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Nairnville Recreation Centre

πŸ“ Khandallah, Wellington

β˜…4.4(163 Google reviews)πŸ’°$3-$4.60πŸ‘ΆAll ages

Spacious council facility offering everything from Baby Jam sessions to volleyball courts, with birthday party hire and organized activities for all ages.

βœ“ Great for partiesβœ“ Spacious facilityβœ“ Clean and safeβœ“ Council ownedβœ“ Baby-friendly programsβœ“ Easy parking
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β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜…Featured review by WMS Priyankara

We recently attended a 6-year-old’s birthday party at Nairnville Recreation Centre, and I’ve got to say β€” it was a fantastic spot for a kids’ celebration! The place is well-maintained, spacious, and perfect for young children to run around and burn off energy. The indoor courts provided plenty of room for games, races, and free play, which kept the kids entertained for hours. There was a great selection of sports equipment available, so we didn’t have to worry about bringing much from home. Everything was clean and safe, and the staff were friendly and accommodating throughout. There were also tables set up for food and cake, and it was easy to decorate the space to match the birthday theme. Parents could relax on the sidelines and still keep an eye on the kids without feeling cramped or chaotic. Parking was easy, and the location is convenient if you’re in or around the Wellington area. Overall, I’d highly recommend Nairnville Rec Centre for hosting kids’ parties or just for general play sessions. The kids had an absolute blast, and it was stress-free for us adults too β€” win-win! Definitely planning to come back for future events

πŸ† Family Action Verdict

Excellent choice for families with babies through school-age kids, offering everything from Baby Jam sessions to volleyball and party hire. The council-run facility provides great value with competitive pricing and reliable standards. Perfect for active families wanting a safe, spacious environment with organized activities.

ℹ️ What to Know Before You Go

πŸ’‘Bring your own snacks for longer sessions
⏰Easy parking available for about 20 cars
🎟️Upstairs party room has small kitchen facilities
πŸš—Baby Jam runs Tuesday and Jim Jam Saturday mornings

πŸ’¬ What Families Are Saying

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163 Google reviews

Clean and well-maintained100%
Spacious with room to play80%
Good for birthday parties60%
Friendly helpful staff60%
Structured programs available60%
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WMS Priyankara

8 months ago

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β€œWe recently attended a 6-year-old’s birthday party at Nairnville Recreation Centre, and I’ve got to say β€” it was a fantastic spot for a kids’ celebration! The place is well-maintained, spacious, and perfect for young children to run around and burn off energy. The indoor courts provided plenty of room for games, races, and free play, which kept the kids entertained for hours. There was a great selection of sports equipment available, so we didn’t have to worry about bringing much from home. Everything was clean and safe, and the staff were friendly and accommodating throughout. There were also tables set up for food and cake, and it was easy to decorate the space to match the birthday theme. Parents could relax on the sidelines and still keep an eye on the kids without feeling cramped or chaotic. Parking was easy, and the location is convenient if you’re in or around the Wellington area. Overall, I’d highly recommend Nairnville Rec Centre for hosting kids’ parties or just for general play sessions. The kids had an absolute blast, and it was stress-free for us adults too β€” win-win! Definitely planning to come back for future events”

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Joanna Robinson

4 years ago

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β€œMy friends baby Bernice & I, go to Baby Jam. We made new friends & enjoy our time there every Tuesday. Yayyyy Warm place & they have a lot of cool stuff for the babies. From small ball pits, toys, safety is well checked, swings n slides & more.”

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Jason Chuah

7 months ago

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β€œThe Nairnville recreation centre is run by the Wellington city Council. I had taken my daughter for Volleyball practice and got a chance to have a look. The gym is big enough for 4 volleyball courts. The walls had climbing frames on them. They had three instructors running the programme and all of them were very competent. The gym had a foyer and a desk of lost items. Outside there was a playing field where evening joggers use to do their laps around. The carpark was able to fit about 20 cars. Overall, the centre was seen to be clean and the staff members friendly.”

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Kiwi kid

6 years ago

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β€œGreat community facility owned by Wellington city council, the people running it now have added afternoon programs for older kids and at really competitive prices, lots of other programs going on and school holiday activity’s-with a drinking fountain and bathrooms that are clean and well maintained. Easy to contact via phone or instant message .there is ramp access and a reception area inside the front door. Upstairs can be hired for birthday parties and has a small kitchen also.”

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Overview

Nairnville Recreation Centre is a Wellington City Council facility featuring large gymnasium space that accommodates volleyball courts, Baby Jam sessions, and birthday parties. The centre offers organized sport programs, baby-friendly activities, and party hire options in a clean, well-maintained environment with pram access throughout.

πŸ• Opening Hours

Monday09:00 – 20:00
Tuesday08:30 – 21:00
Wednesday08:30 – 22:00
Thursday08:30 – 21:00
Friday08:30 – 20:00
Saturday08:30 – 20:00
Sunday09:00 – 20:00

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