Outdoor activity organiser located in Marlow, New Zealand. Known as Longridge Activity Centre, they offer a wide range of activities for individuals, groups, schools, and families.
At Longridge, all activities last for 90 minutes and are suitable for anyone aged 8 and above. The prices start at 150 per activity, with an option to upgrade to Laser Tag for 160 for a group of 16 people. They also offer discounts for large group programmes that benefit young people, making it an affordable and accessible option for everyone.
The centre provides all the necessary equipment, including buoyancy aids. While wet suits are not required for any activities, they recommend wearing wet shoes for water activities. If participants don't have wet shoes, they can wear a pair of old trainers. It is important that shoes are closed toe and will stay on feet if submerged no crocs or flip-flops allowed.
It is also advised to bring spare shoes and clothes in case participants get wet during the activities.
For kayaking, Longridge can accommodate groups of up to 8 participants. Canoeing is available for a maximum of 8 canoes or 12 participants, making it great for team-building activities. Dragon boating, on the other hand, can accommodate up to 18 adults or 20 children and is perfect for teams wanting to have a race.
Bell boating is suitable for 8 adults or 10 children and is a popular choice for birthday parties and team-building events. Rafting, on the other hand, can be enjoyed by a group of up to 12 participants and is especially loved by scouts to practise their knot skills.
For individuals who prefer a dry activity, Longridge offers aeroball, a game that combines trampolining, basketball, and volleyball. Climbing is also available for groups of up to 12 participants and is suitable for youth groups and those with mixed confidence levels who want to try a roped activity.
Crate stacking is a team-building activity that can accommodate 12 participants, while Leap of Faith is perfect for those who want to build confidence and push their limits. Laser tag is great for birthday parties and family gatherings and can be enjoyed by a group of 12 participants, but it can also be upgraded to accommodate 16 participants for 150.
For water enthusiasts, Longridge offers stand-up paddleboarding, a wet activity that can be enjoyed by 8 participants. Jacob's Ladder is another dry activity suitable for team-building and year 7 bonding days, and the Trebuchet is a unique activity that can be enjoyed by 12 participants, including wheelchair users.
Team Challenges are available for 12 participants and are perfect for team-building, while Water Orbs are suitable for younger and less water-confident groups but not recommended for birthday parties.
To stay updated with Longridge, individuals can sign up for their newsletter to receive news and updates about upcoming events and activities. Longridge Activity Centre prides itself on providing exciting and diverse outdoor experiences to its visitors, encouraging camaraderie, team-building, and confidence-building in a beautiful natural setting.