Choose your activities
Access and download our brochure here.
If you need help with your choices, you can contact Recreation@gateways.com.au
Activities will take place from 01 April to 30 June 2024. If an activity does not run for the entire period, you will find the specific dates in the Activity Schedules below. We will confirm dates and times after receiving your expression of interest.
We provide a pick up and drop off service for all activities. Please discuss your transport needs when we get in touch. Note that transport needs to be booked 5 business days prior to the activity date.
Activity schedules - Juniors (6-11) - Barwon
Activity schedules
Regular weekly programs (Juniors 6-11) Barwon - 01 April to 30 June 2024| Activity | Day | Time | Out of pocket cost | Meet at |
| Youth Group | Mondays (starting 22/4) | 3:45-5:45pm | $5 per session | Gateways - North Geelong |
| Build & Play LEGO | Tuesday (starting 16/4) | 3:45-5:45pm | $0 | Gateways - North Geelong |
| PC Gaming | Wednesdays (starting 17/4) | 3:45-5:45pm | $0 | Gateways - North Geelong |
| Swimming - Splash & Play | Thursday (starting 17/04) | 3:45-5:45pm | $10/session | Leisurelink Waurn Ponds |
| Education Around the Table E.A.T. | Saturdays (fortnightly starting 27/04) | 11:00-4:00pm | $15/session | Gateways - North Geelong |
| Geocaching | Saturdays (fortnightly starting 4/5 | 11-3pm | $0 | Gateways - North Geelong |
| Little Green Thumbs gardening club | Sundays (starting 26/05) | 11-2pm | $10.00 | Gateways - North Geelong |
| Activity | Day | Time | Out of pocket cost | Meet at |
| PlayHut Indoor Party & Play Centre | Sunday, 19 May | 11-3pm | $11 | Gateways - North Geelong |
| Aquapulse | Sunday, 02 June | 11-3pm | $11 | Gateways - North Geelong |
| Adventure Golf | Sunday, 16 June | 11-3pm | $22 | Gateways - North Geelong |
Complete your expression of interest
If you have a current NDIS plan and would like to access our programs but are not yet registered with Gateways, please contact us on 03 5292 2984 or email: intake@gateways.com.au
Registered with Gateways and ready to get involved?
Complete the form below to register your interest. There are a few things we need to take into consideration before we can confirm your enrolment in one of our activities. This might include how many participants we currently have enrolled for that activity and the individual needs of each participant who has expressed interest.
You can also email recreation@gateways.com.au or call us on 03 5292 9206
Register your interest - Juniors (6-11) - Barwon
Activity details
Choose your activities - Juniors (6-11) - Barwon
Regular weekly programs
Regular weekly programs are activities which run throughout a school term across multiple dates.
Build & Play LEGO
Build endless possibilities: where imagination clicks into colorful creations and endless fun.
What to bring - Snack and drink bottle
Activity location:
Activity level: All Abilities
E.A.T. program
Join the fun and get creative at our cooking and skill-building program. Make a delicious lunch to enjoy with peers and learn life long skills.
What to bring - Snack and drink bottle
Activity location: Gateways North Geelong
Activity level: All Abilities
Geocaching
Geocaching is an exciting treasure hunt game where we follow clues to discover hidden treasures. Join us for an adventurous day out!
Activity location: Gateways Geelong
Activity level: All Abilities
Little Green Thumbs Gardening Club
Join our 5 week program where you'll set up and care for your own garden, watching it flourish right before your eyes. It's a hands on journey into the world of gardening!
Activity location: Gateways Geelong
Activity level: All Abilities
Movie Mates – Gateways
Immerse in cinematic magic at our movie program at "The Gateways Cinema", where every film becomes an unforgettable experience.
What to bring - Snack and drink bottle
Activity location: Gateways North Geelong
Activity level: All Abilities
PC Gaming
Craft Your Adventure: Minecraft at Gateways Gaming Lab, where pixels transform into limitless creativity and every block is a step in your digital journey!
What to bring - Snack and drink bottle
Activity location: Gateways Geelong
Activity level: All Abilities
Swimming – Splash & Play
Dive into joy and make a splash at this fun recreation activity! please note, this is a high-risk activity that may require your support ratio to be higher than usual.
What to bring - Companion card, bathers, towel, snack, drink bottle and companion card
Activity location: Leisurelink Waurn Ponds
Activity level: All Abilities
Youth Group
Enjoy hanging out in the cinema room and socialising with peers. School pickups can be arranged on request. It's a great way to relax and make new friends!
Activity location: Gateways Geelong
Activity level: All Abilities
Social sessions and holiday programs
Social sessions and holiday programs are one-off activities which take place on a specific date and time.
Adventure golf
Swing into excitement and join us for Mini Golf, where each hole brings a new thrill to your putting adventure.
What to bring - Companion card, packed lunch, snack and drink bottle
Activity location: Adventure Golf, Bellarine
Activity level: All Abilities
Amazing Easter Hunt Race
Explore Geelong and hunt for clues around Geelong. Lunch included.
Activity location: Gateways Geelong
Activity level: All Abilities
Aquapulse
Holiday Program favourite! Swimming and water slides at Aquapulse.
What to bring - Packed Lunch, Snack, Drink Bottle, Companion Card, Bathers, Towel and change of clothes.
Activity location: Aquapulse - 80-82 Derrimut Road, Hoppers Crossing
Activity level: All Abilities
Baking day
BARWON
Whip up a baking frenzy with our group baking day!
What to bring - Packed lunch, snack, drink bottle.
Activity location: Gateways Recreation Space (Thompson Road)
Activity level: All Abilities
Ballarat Wildlife Park
BARWON
Animal Lovers day out! Get up close and personal with native animals, penguins and 'Crunch' the mega croc!
What to bring - Packed lunch, snack, drink bottle, companion card.
Ages 5-15 - $17, 15+ - $34
Activity location: Ballarat Wildlife Park - 250 Fussell Street, Ballarat East
Activity level: All Abilities
Beach and BBQ
BARWON
A simple and relaxing day out at the beach for a swim and a delicious BBQ lunch for the hunger caused by it!
What to bring - Snack, drink bottle, bathers, towel and change of clothes.
Activity location: Coastal TBC
Activity level: All Abilities
Beach and rockpool adventures
BARWON
Whether you're interested in taking a dip rockpool or looking for what lives in them, this is the day for you!
What to bring - packed lunch, snack, drink bottle, bathers and change of clothes.
Activity location: Coastal visit
Activity level: All Abilities
Beach cricket & sausage sizzle
Beach cricket and sausage sizzle, where sand, sports, and sizzling flavors create the perfect day by the shore.
What to bring - Towel, snack and drink bottle
Activity location: Cosy Corner, Torquay
Activity level: All Abilities
Bounce
BARWON & WEST MELBOURNE
Learn new skills, gain more confidence and have fun.
What to bring - Lunch or money to purchase. Hat, sunscreen, water bottle.
Activity location: Bounce
Activity level: All Abilities
Bowling
Roll into excitement: bowling fun for all, strikes, spares, and laughter galore!
What to bring - Companion card, packed lunch, snack and drink bottle
Activity location: Oz Ten Pin Bowling
Activity level: All Abilities
Build & Play LEGO
School holiday fun! Build and play with LEGO structures. It's a creative way to spend your break!
Activity location: Gateways Geelong
Activity level: All Abilities
Cinema – Werribee
BARWON
Day in front of the big screen to watch the latest and greatest movie.
What to bring - Packed lunch, snack, drink bottle, companion card.
Activity location: Village Cinemas - Werribee - Cnr Heaths & Derrimut Rds, Werribee
Activity level: All Abilities
DIY pizza day
BARWON
Put your pizza making skills to the test with DIY pizza making day.
What to bring - Snack, drink bottle.
Activity location: Gateways Recreation Space (Thompson Road)
Activity level: All Abilities
DIY Sock Puppets
School holiday fun! Craft your very own sock puppet and star in a hilarious show to share with your friends. It's showtime for your imagination!
Activity location: Gateways Geelong
Activity level: All Abilities
E.A.T. program
Put on your Chefs hat for a trial day of our award-winning regular term E.A.T. Program.
What to bring - snack and drink bottle.
Activity location: Gateways Recreation Space (Thompson Road)
Activity level: All Abilities
Easter Crafts & Games
School Holiday Fun! Get creative by painting rocks to look like eggs and making Easter crafts!
Activity location: Gateways Geelong
Activity level: All Abilities
Eureka Skydeck
Join us on on an exciting journey to Melbourne, where we'll head to the breathtaking heights of the Eureka Skydeck!
Activity location: Eureka Skydeck
Activity level: All Abilities
Fortress
Dive into Gaming Glory: The Fortress Gaming Melbourne, where every level unlocks excitement and every player becomes a hero.
What to bring - Companion card, money to purchase food and drink bottle
Cost range $30-$35
Activity location: Fortress Melbourne - 23 Caledonian Lane
Activity level: All Abilities
Frisbee golf
BARWON
Hole In One! Golf but with frisbees, a fun day to bring out your inner sports personality at Geelong's frisbee golf course.
What to bring - Packed lunch, snack, drink bottle, companion card.
Activity location: Geelong Frisbee Golf Course
Activity level: All Abilities
Gateways “Amazing Race”
Join the Gateways Amazing Race! Team up and complete fun challenges. It's fun and excitement for everyone!
Activity location: Gateways Geelong
Gateways “Got Talent” Show
Join us at the Gateways "Got Talent" Show! Witness the amazing talents of our local stars in a event filled with fun! Show us your best talent and put on a show! Get ready to be wowed!
Activity location: Gateways Geelong
Activity level: All Abilities
Gateways Mini Olympics
Join us for a holiday packed with awesome mini games and non stop play. Let the games begin!
Activity location: Gateways Geelong
Activity level: All Abilities
Go Ride a Wave
BARWON
Surfs up! Come along and test your surfing skills with instructors to help you along the way.
What to bring - Packed lunch, snack, drink bottle, bathers and change of clothes.
Activity location: Anglesea
Activity level: All Abilities
Inclusive community sports day
BARWON
Enjoy A fun filled day of sports in the community.
What to bring - Packed lunch, snack, drink bottle, companion card.
Activity location: Geelong Arena - 110 Victoria Street, Geelong
Activity level: All Abilities
Inflatable World
BARWON
Home to the biggest indoor Inflatable playgrounds, a day to bring all of your energy and bounce away!
What to bring - Packed lunch, snack, drink bottle, companion card.
Activity location: 13 Riverside Ave, Werribee
Activity level: All Abilities
Melbourne Aquarium
Dive into wonder at the Melbourne Aquarium: where mesmerizing marine life and immersive exhibits create an unforgettable underwater experience!
What to bring - Companion card, packed lunch, snack and drink bottle
Note: pricing may vary and will be confirmed at time of booking.
Activity location: Melbourne Aquarium
Activity level: All Abilities
Mexican Fiesta
School holiday fun! Whip up a delicious Mexican feast for lunch. It's a tasty way to spend your break and learn new cooking skills!
Activity location: Gateways Geelong
Activity level: All Abilities
Mini golf
BARWON
Swing into fun! Tee off and score in a big day of fun playing mini golf in Ballarat with friends.
What to bring - Packed lunch, snack, drink bottle, companion card.
Activity location: Ballarat - Gold Rush Indoor and Outdoor Mini Golf 4/9367 National Highway M8, Warrenheip
Activity level: All Abilities
MoPA
Experience the magic of MoPa! It's the go to spot for creative play, interactive exhibits, and hands on fun!
Activity location: MoPA Geelong
Movie Marathon
BARWON
Binge Watching Bliss: Join a group of friends on a movie marathon and enjoy some movie snacks!
What to bring - Packed lunch, snack, drink bottle.
Activity location: Gateways Geelong
Activity level: All Abilities
Movie Mates – Readings
Grab your popcorn and dive into unforgettable movie nights! Evening includes exploring Waurn Ponds and option to grab a bite to eat at the local eateries.
What to bring - Companion card and money for ticket, snacks and food
Activity location: Readings Cinema, Waurn Ponds
Activity level: All Abilities
Narana
Explore Narana Aboriginal Cultural Centre on the Great Ocean Road for free. Discover Aboriginal culture and history in our gardens, interact with wildlife, and enjoy art, boomerang throwing, a café with indigenous dishes, and a shop with handmade cultural items.
Activity location: Narana Aboriginal Cultural Centre Geelong
Painting and craft
BARWON
Unleash your inner artist with a day of assorted crafts for you to choose from.
What to bring - Packed lunch, snack, drink bottle.
Activity location: Gateways Recreation Space (Thompson Road)
Activity level: All Abilities
PC Gaming & Board Games
Gear up for non stop gaming action! Join us for PC and board games, featuring Minecraft! Whether you’re building worlds or conquering them, there’s a game here for you. Roll the dice, take your turn, and let's play!
Activity location: Gateways Geelong
PlayHut Indoor Party & Play Centre
Jump into fun at PlayHut Indoor Party & Play Centre – where you can party and play the day away! It’s the perfect place for endless indoor entertainment.
Activity location: PlayHut Play Centre Geelong
Scienceworks
Head over to Scienceworks for a day packed with interactive science fun. Watch science shows and have a blast figuring out how things work. It’s all about having fun and learning science along the way!
Activity location: Scienceworks Spotswood
Activity level: All Abilities
Slice baking day
BARWON
Super Slice making session, which will be the most delicious?
What to bring - Packed lunch, drink bottle
Activity location: Gateways Recreation Space (Thompson Road)
Activity level: All Abilities
Smashed ice cream day
BARWON
A day of ice cream, choose which treats you will smash into it!
What to bring - Packed lunch, snack, drink bottle
Activity location: Gateways Recreation Space (Thompson Road)
Activity level: All Abilities
Sovereign Hill
School holiday fun! Visit Sovereign Hill to explore and pan for gold. It's an adventurous trip back in time!
Activity location: Sovereign Hill
Activity level: All Abilities
Splatball
Splatball is a safer version of paintball, a team games day of fun with all the messy paint splatter you can muster!
What to bring - Packed lunch, snack, drink Bottle, companion card.
Activity level: All Abilities
Strike bowling & laser tag
BARWON
If Bowling wasn't enough, we've paired it up with laser tag. A combo to entertain you for a day in Point Cook.
What to bring - Packed lunch, snack, drink bottle, companion card.
Activity location: Strike Bowling - 36 Wallace Avenue Point Cook
Activity level: All Abilities
Super Science
Unleash your inner scientist with our Super Science Activity! Jump into a world of experiments and discoveries that will spark your curiosity and ignite your passion for science!
Activity location: Gateways Geelong
Activity level: All Abilities
T-shirt design
BARWON
Let your imagination run wild and create the t-Shirt of your dreams.
What to bring - Packed lunch, snack, drink bottle, companion card.
Activity location: Gateways Recreation Space (Thompson Road)
Activity level: All Abilities
Wavepool
BARWON
Come and catch a wave! Melbourne's wave pool will give you a whole day of enjoyment (Wrinkles may be a side effect).
What to bring - Packed lunch, snack, drink bottle, companion card, bathers and a change of clothes.
Activity location: MSAC - 30 Aughtie Drive, Albert Park
Activity level: All Abilities
Werribee Open Range Zoo
How many animals can you spot in a day? Jump on the bus and take a ride through the savannah!
What to bring - Lunch or money for lunch, hat, sunscreen, water bottle, companion cards.
15 & under - Free
Activity location: Werribee Open Range Zoo
Activity level: All Abilities
Yeodene Treetop Adventure
Take your school holiday to new heights! Join us for an exhilarating treetop walk and discover the wonders above.
Activity location: Great Ocean Road
Activity level: All Abilities
