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.

A big thanks to our sponsors powering our teams’ uniforms and gear!

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

Giants in Schools Programme

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 Nelson

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

Basketball Nelson

Kiwihoops (Skills sessions Y1-6) – Term 1 & 4 at Jack Robins Stadium Stoke

Under 12 Development Program – School Holiday Sessions

Boxing

Victory Boxing

Youth Programme

Cheerleading

Electrix Cheersport

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

Cricket

Crossfit for Kids

Crossfit 7010 Nelson

Kids Classes – Monday and Tuesday

Tasman Bay Crossfit

Kids Classes – Monday

Dance

Football

FC Nelson

 

Golf

Nelson Golf Club

Junior Programme

Sundays during term time

Hockey

Nelson 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

Netball

Orienteering

Nelson Orienteering Club

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

Running Related Events

Scouts

Iron Duke Sea 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.

Table Tennis

Wakapuaka

Term 2 & 3. Wednesday’s 6pm

 

Tennis

Volleyball

Years 4 – 6

Holiday Programmes