First Smash - Suitable For School Years 0-3: Approx. Ages 4-7
Ideal for first timers with little or no experience.
This introductory cricket program runs for 12 weeks – 6 weeks in Term 4 and 6 weeks in Term 1 (2026). Each session focuses on teaching a different skill, building confidence, and having heaps of fun. The sessions are designed for high participation, which helps develop the confidence and skills needed to play in a team environment. Modified games are also played to put the skills learned into practice.
After completing the program, children should feel confident to move up to the next stage of playing in the team-based T16 Blast.
All sessions are delivered by the Horowhenua Kapiti Coaching Team.
Program Schedule
Horowhenua Hub
Mondays from 4:00 PM to 4:45 PM
Locations: Donnelly Park
Term 4 Start Date: Monday, 2nd November 2025
Term 1 Start Date: Monday, 8th February 2026
Duration: 5 weeks per term
Kapiti Hub
Wednesdays from 4:00 PM to 4:45 PM
Locations: Waikanae (TBC)
Term 4 Start Date: Wednesday, 4th November 2026
Term 1 Start Date: Wednesday, 10th February 2026
Duration: 5 weeks per term
The full program runs for 10 weeks across Terms 4 and 1.
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