Active Kids / NAIDOC Sand Art / 5-12yrs Helene Park

Celebrate Indigenous culture this NAIDOC week by joining us for an Indigenous Sand Art workshop with beautiful designs by Indigenous Artist Kerri-Ann Tagget.We will be using sand in many colours to create a masterpiece.

What is NAIDOC Week?

NAIDOC Week is an opportunity for all Australians to learn about First Nations cultures and histories and participate in celebrations of the oldest, continuous living cultures on earth. You can support and get to know your local Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander communities through activities and events held across the country. 

Date: Monday the 8th of July

Meeting Point: Helene Park Undercroft

Session Times:
Session 1: 10:00 -10:30am
Session 2: 10:45 –11:15am

Accessibility: Helene Park is accessible via public transport, with disability parking spaces available and access to the event location via a smooth surfaced path. All are welcome.

Bookings: Please place your CHILD'S FIRST NAME as the ticket holder when completing the checkout process. 

Important Information

It is our duty of care to ensure all participants are effectively able to participate. When registering yourself/your child for Active In Ryde Programs you will be asked to provide any relevant information that will affect your child/rens participation. This is to ensure that the appropriate level of care and support can be provided. Where possible all Active In Ryde programs will be held in accessible venues and locations.  Information on accessibility for social Inclusion can be found in the venue Instructions at the top of the page. 

In addition, please be advised:

• Registrations are essential to participate, and in some cases, additional waivers are required.
• It is the responsibility of parents/guardians to communicate any medical, physical, intellectual, social or emotional issues prior to participating along with any pre existing injuries or allergies.  A responsible parent/guardian must be present on site whilst their child/ren are participating.
• Parents/guardians enrol their child/ren at their own risk.
• By attending this event your child/ren may be photographed and these images may be used as part of internal and external promotions for the City of Ryde
• Spaces are limited. All bookings must me made via bookable, and will be “first in best dressed” . If your circumstances change and you are no longer able to attend, you MUST cancel via bookable as soon as you know you are unable to attend.
• Failure to attend a pre booked event may result in your bookings for the remainder of the program being cancelled and your exclusion from booking the following holiday period.

How To cancel your booking:

1. Log onto bookable
2. Go to My account (Top Right of Screen)
3. Find the event you wish to cancel and click on the event name.
4. In the middle of the screen click cancel order or cancel ticket.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’S)

Is there an age limited?

Yes, all activities have age limits based on the activity level and skills required. Please ensure your child is age appropriate and has the required minimum skill level before booking. Children who are not yet 5 are not eligible for the Active Kids program regardless of their school attendance.

Is drop off available?

NO, A responsible parent/guardian must be present whilst their child/ren are participating. Active In Ryde programs are not a child minding service and facilitators are not child care professionals.

What to bring?

All equipment is supplied unless stated otherwise. Please bring sunscreen, a water bottle,  and a hat as Active In Ryde programs take place primarily outside. Please also make sure your child is dressed appropriately for the activity, this includes dressing in layers during winter, and having closed toed shoes, please do not wear thongs/flip flops. 

There are multiple back-to-back sessions, can I book both of them?

No, due to the popularity of the program, and the limited spaces, any repeat bookings for the same event will be cancelled and the space opened up to another participant. On the day, if space is available, your child can attend a second class with permission from the facilitator. Children booked in repeat sessions will have their tickets cancelled.

Do programs run in adverse weather?

Active In Ryde programs take place primarily outside and most will not run in bad weather. You will be notified by text/email prior to an activity if the activity will not be going ahead, or if an alternate location has been made available.  

If you have any other questions or concerns please contact The City of Ryde: 9952 8222 or email: activerecreation@ryde.nsw.gov.au

When

Location

Helene Park, Bowden Street, Meadowbank, 2112, View Map