Have a Go Sports Festival
In 2023 it was decided to try something new. The country, and the world, had been hibernating with the pandemic and we needed to get people out and active.
This desire gave birth to the idea of a Have A Go Sports Festival. A no pressure way for children and adults to get out and try a sport without the pressure of having to sign up for a season or buy equipment.
To say it was a success would be an underestimation. The Bream Bay Sports Trust team estimated that about 12 sports might be prepared to host a Have a Go session.
Ultimately 20 sports groups put their hand up to host a day celebrating their sport. Despite cyclones and other natural disasters the month went ahead and many new members were added to clubs.
The overwhelming response was a bonus for clubs which had struggled within the context of lockdowns and uncertainty. It gave sport a boost, and new friendships made.
2024 Have a Go Sports Festival
It's back for another year!
February and March 2024 is the time to Have a Go at sports in Bream Bay.
We are so blessed to be able to bring this back for another year. Of course it wouldn't be possible without the incredible generosity of time and spirit by the volunteers in our community. Every sport survives due to the energy and commitment of a group of volunteers. They are the backbone of sport here in Bream Bay, as they are across New Zealand.
A huge thank you to our team of sponsors who don't hesitate to put their name and money behind our community and the future of sport here.
Can't wait to see what happens in 2024 and all the years ahead.
Does your sports want to join the Have a Go Sports Festival in 2025?
Over the past 2 years Bream Bay has really embraced the Have a Go Sports Festival. So of course it will be on the calendar for 2025.
If your club is interested in joining us in 2025 contact our Sports Liaison, Lisa Jones. As we get further into planning will put up and application form to add your club to our calendar for the 2025 event.
