Sports
Move, play and shine — sport is part of who we are.
We’re all here to have fun
At Clifton Terrace School, we love seeing our students get active, have fun, and grow through sport. There are plenty of opportunities throughout the year for children to get involved in a wide range of sports—whether as part of a school team or through local clubs.
To help everyone have a positive experience, we follow a Sports Code of Conduct for all players, coaches, and supporters. It’s all about respect, teamwork, and fair play.
If you have any questions or would like to get involved, please contact Rachel Eggers our Sports Coordinator.
School Sport Events
These take place within school time and are part of our wider school programme. Events may include cross country, athletics, fun runs, and inter-house competitions. All students are encouraged to participate and give it a go!
School-Run Sport Teams
These are teams run by the school that play in local after-school competitions. We’ll call for sign-ups here on the website when each sport season is approaching.
We need coaches and managers to help make these teams possible—please let us know if you can lend a hand!
Community Sport
Many local clubs offer sports teams and activities outside of school. Families can sign up with these clubs directly. You’ll find these options listed further below.
School Sport Events - Within School Time - 2025
Find out more details on our exciting line up of sport events during the school year, with extra detail found here.

Term One
- Clifton Terrace Triathlon
- Clifton Terrace Swimming Sports
- Interschool Swimming Sports -18 March – Year 5 & 6

Term Two
- Rippa Rugby Tournament – 13 May – Year 5 & 6
- Clifton Terrace Cross Country – 29 May
- Interschool Cross Country – 10 June – Year 5 & 6
- Regional Cross Country – 19 June – Year 5 & 6

Term Three
- Winter Sport Tournament – 12 August – Year 5 & 6 – Saxtons – (PP 14 August)
- Netball Tournament – 19 August – Year 5 & 6 – Saxton Netball Courts
- Tackle Rugby Tournament – 9 September – Year 5/6 (PP 11 September)
- Inter School Hockey Tournament – 9 September – Year 3/4 – (PP 11 September)
- Inter School Hockey Tournament – 16 September – Year 5/6 – (PP 18 September)
- Inter-Regional Cross Country – 19 September – Year 5 & 6 – Ascot Park, Christchurch
- Primary School Ski Champs – TBC

Term Four
- Gymnastics Competition
- Hira Football Tournament – 21 November
- Inter School Athletics – 2 December – Saxton – (PP 4 December)
- Tabloid Sports Day
Coaching Clinics - Within School Time - 2025
We’re lucky to have incredible coaches and professional players from local clubs delivering fun, engaging sport sessions to our tamariki during school time.

Nelson Giants
The Giants in Schools programme brings NBS Nelson Giants players and coaches into local primary schools to grow a love for basketball.
It’s all about inspiring tamariki to get active, dream big, and see what’s possible. You can’t be what you can’t see – and the Giants are proud to be those role models.

FC Nelson
FC Nelson coaches bring energy, skill, and passion to our school, helping tamariki build confidence and love for the beautiful game. Their in-school sessions focus on fun, movement, and teamwork—building strong foundations for both sport and life. As one of the region’s leading clubs, FC Nelson is committed to growing football from the grassroots up.

Tasman Mako
Through the Mako in Schools programme, Tasman Mako players and coaches deliver high-energy rugby sessions that get tamariki moving and smiling.
They focus on fun, participation, and building core skills like teamwork, resilience, and confidence. By connecting with local kids, the Mako are helping grow the next generation of players and proud community leaders.
School Run Sport Teams - After School
These sports are run outside of school time and are organised via the school. You will find sign up details on this page.
Term One
- Basketball
- Football
- Rippa Rugby
- T-Ball
- Volleyball
Term Two
- Basketball
- Hockey
- Netball
Term Three
Continued from Term Two:
- Basketball
- Netball
Term Four
- Basketball
- Football
- T-Ball
- Touch
- Volleyball

Basketball
Term Two and Three - Winter
Year 3-4: Boys, Girls or Mixed teams
- When: Thursdays
- Where: Jack Robins Stadium Stoke
- Cost:
- Gear: Mouthguard is compulsary and non marking court shoes
Year 5-6: Boys or Girls teams
- When: Fridays
- Where: Saxton Stadium
- Cost: $90/player
- Gear: Mouthguard is compulsary and non marking court shoes
Term One and Four - Summer
3×3 Basketball
Year 3-4: Boys, Girls or Mixed teams
- When: Thursdays
- Where: Jack Robins Stadium Stoke
- Cost: TBC
Year 5-6: Boys, Girls or Mixed teams
- When: Wednesdays at St Jo’s, or Thursdays at Nayland College
- Cost: $90/player
Format: The first round starts at 3:45pm or 4:00pm, the last round may start as late as 6:45pm.
Training
Skills Session at Clifton Terrace
When: Monday 3-4pm
Where: Clifton Terrace School. Inside the hall if raining.
Who: Year 3 – Year 6
Bring: Mouthguard, shoes, snack and drink bottle
Cost: Free

Football
When: Term One and Term Four Only – Wednesdays
Where: Neale Park
Grades:
- Year 1/2 is at 4-4:30pm
- Year 3/4 is at 4-4:30 or 4:35-5:15pm
- Year 5/6 is at 4:35-5:15pm
Cost: Free

Hockey
When: Term Two only
Where: Saxton Sports
Grades: 3/4
Format: TBC
Cost: TBC

Netball
When: Term Two and Three
Where: Saxton Netball Courts
Grades:
-
Y1/2 – Tuesday – 6th May – 10th June
- Y3/4 – Tuesdays or Wednesdays – 6th May – 24th June
- Y5/6 – Saturdays – 3rd May – 9th August
Format: See Nelson Netball Future Ferns
Cost: TBC

Rippa Rugby
When: Term One
Where: Tahunanui Sports Field
Grades: Mako Rippa Year 1 -6
Format: Games will be held at 4:00pm, 4:30pm, 5:00pm and 5:30pm
Cost: $5 per player

T-Ball
When: Term One and Four – Mondays 4.30pm
Where: Saxton Softball Park
Grades:
- Tee Sox T-Ball (ages 5-8 years)
- Rookie Sox Softball (ages 9-11 years)
Format: 45 min games – Details
Gear: School uniform – other gear provided. Can bring own glove if wanted.
Cost: Free

Touch
When: Term 4
Where: Tahuna Playing Fields
Grades: Year 1 & 2, Year 3 & 4, Year 5 & 6
Format: Games start at 4pm
Cost: $20/player

Volleyball
When: Term One and Four Only – Monday Nights
Where: Saxton Sports Stadium
Grades: 3/4 and 5/6
Format: 40 minute games, between 3:50 and 5:35
Cost: $40 per person
Community Sport
These sports are offered in the Nelson Tasman community. They include during term time as well as holiday programmes.
Please sign up directly with these organisations.

Aikido
Aikido is a non-competitive Japanese martial art. It is dynamic and powerful, but its techniques do not rely on strength.
Wednesdays and Fridays in Tahunuanui Drive.

Athletics
Athletics Nelson – Term 1 & 4, Thursday evening at Saxton Field
Athletics Richmond – Term 1 & 4, Tuesday evening at Saxton Field

Badminton
Netflex – Tuesdays at Victory Community Centre

Basketball
Kiwihoops (Skills sessions Y1-6) – Term 1 & 4 at Jack Robins Stadium Stoke
Under 12 Development Program – School Holiday Sessions

Boxing
Victory Boxing

Cheerleading
All Star cheerleading is a mixture of dance, gymnastics and acrobatics.

Cricket

Crossfit for Kids

Dance
- Peta Spooner Academy of Dance – Ballet, Jazz
- Stoked Dance Studio with Jane Pascoe – Ballet, Jazz
- Gillian Francis Nelson Academy of Dance – Ballet, Contemporary
- Born & Raised Academy – Hiphop
- Legacy Dance – Ballet, Jazz, Hiphop, Acro, Tap, Contemporary
- Kahurangi Irish Dance School – Irish Dance

Equestrian

Football
- First Kicks – 4-6 yrs
- Fun Football – 7-8 yrs
- Junior Football – 9th-12th Grade
- Junior Skills Centre – 5 – 7 yrs
- FC Nelson Wellington Phoenix Pre Academy – 8 – 12 yrs
- Holiday Programmes

Golf

Gymnastics

Hockey
Junior Programs – Thursdays
- Fun Sticks: 5 – 6 year olds
- Mini Sticks: 6 – 8 year olds
- Kiwi Sticks: 9 – 13 year olds

Jiu Jitsu

Judo
Richmond

Karate

Mountain Biking

Netball
Year 5 & 6

Orienteering
A range of map-based navigation events throughout the year, suitable for all ages, levels of fitness and experience.

Running Related Events
- March – Weetbix Tryathalon – Age 7+, Tahunanui Beach
- Term 2 – School Cross Country League – Term 2
- December – The Spectacle

Scouts
Challenge and fun are the focus of the programme. Hikes, water activities and weekend camps are some of the fun outdoor adventures that Scouts enjoy.

Swimming

Table Tennis

Tennis
Wakapuaka Tennis Coaching
Calder Tennis

Volleyball
Years 4 – 6