Activating community spirit

Activ8 12 Hour Fitness Fundraiser

Community spirit is alive and well in Whangārei with local gym Activ8 Northland hosting an event to raise money for I Have a Dream, with  many other local businesses coming on board to sponsor and support the initiative. 

Taking place on Friday 11th of October, the format for the event is centered around 12 unique fitness classes that are suitable for all fitness levels running from 6am to 6pm. Each class is sponsored and named by a different business and people can choose to participate in a single class, or multiple classes, with several brave souls taking on the challenge of completing all 12. Each class is 45 minutes long, giving the long haulers only 15 mins rest in between.

To keep everyone fuelled up, breakfast, lunch and coffee will be available to purchase, along with Thai massages, spot prizes and giveaways to create a fun and energetic atmosphere.

The day will start early with a traditional Bootcamp class, then across the day there will be a range of classes targeting specific groups such as office workers, Mums with little ones in tow, and teens looking to improve their strength.

Towards the end of the day  as the end of the working week gets closer, classes will blend with more leisure focussed pursuits. The 4pm Beer Yoga class is exactly what it sounds like, interspersing downward dogs and sun salutations with sips of beer.

The event will then move outdoors for an end of day Bootcamp out in the Harbourside park, followed by drinks at Loco Bar in the Town Basin.

Now in its third year, this event offers something for everyone in the community and aims to bring people together to get fit, have fun and raise money for a great cause.

Check out the program below and get involved by registering to attend here. Dressing up and working out  in character is encouraged! 

Program Register here for all classes.

6.00am – Bootcamp

Sponsored by Huband Energy – Whangārei’s number one solar company

• Activ8 Bootcamps are tailored to your stage of fitness and strength with a mix of different exercises each time. Designed to increase your motivation and get results. No matter your goal, age or fitness level, this class is for everyone.

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7.00am – Olympic Hour

Sponsored by G.J. Gardner Homes – Local Home builders and proud supporters of the Whangārei community

• Based on the 2024 Olympic games, come and challenge yourself with rowing, running, weightlifting, and some fun Olympic games throughout the session to get you moving and having fun.

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8.00am – Business Hour

Sponsored by Sudburys – Empowering Business with strategic growth, planning and accounting 

• Let the boss know you’ll be late for a good cause, or even better bring him with you! This class is focused on team cohesion so bring all of your workmates and enjoy some fun and fitness together.

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9.00am – Mum’s Club

Sponsored by Harcourt’s Whangārei – dedicated local team of real estate professionals 

• You don’t have to be a Mum to join this class but if you are, you can bring your little one along!  This class is designed for toning, strengthening, and fitness as well as fat loss. Exercise and movement is the goal but meeting and connecting with other parents is also a priority.

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10.00am – Ladies Group

Sponsored by Electrical Laser – new home wiring specialists with 19+ years electrical experience

• From the age of 30 our muscle start to decrease- this is the perfect class to maintain and improve muscle mass. Focusing on technique, knowledge and meeting you with where you are at-increase lean muscle, bone density and get results.

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11.00am – Men’s Weights

Sponsored by Classic Builders Whangārei – Designing and Building kiwis dreams for 25+ years 

• Resistance training with dumbells and barbells, tailored to your strength and level – we will you where you’re at. Come along for some weight training with a side of banter.
  

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12.00pm – Business Hour

Sponsored by Summit Scaffolding Northland – An unsurpassed reputation of quality and performance in scaffolding

• A second opportunity for desk dwellers to get out of the office. Spend your lunch break with us, bring your team mates and your boss! 

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1.00pm – Strength

Sponsored by Pak N Save Whangārei – Proud supporters of our local community and purveyors of fresh produce

• The perfect mixed (ladies and men) class to lift weights, focussing on correct technique in a safe, non-judgmental environment. Tailored to your goals and strength levels this class will give you body toning and body confidence.

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2.00pm – Mobility

Sponsored by Active + Physio and Rehab Whangārei – expert local care and support for your physiotherapy needs 

• This is a good class to do before or after the other class, improve your flexibility and mobility and destress. Suitable for all ages and abilities.

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3.00pm – Teen Weights

Sponsored by Jim’s Mowing Whangarei – expert lawn care at competitive prices

• Tailored for 12-16 years male and female. Get a free takeaway gym program. Bring your mates and come down for a fun session.

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4.00pm – Beer Yoga

Sponsored by Tyrepower Whangārei Northland – local expert tyre fitting on world’s leading tyre brands

• 30 minute yoga session. Have a bit of fun with some yoga moves and a beer in hand.

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5.00pm – Outdoor Bootcamp in front of Reyburn House

Sponsored by Reyburn & Bryant – Proud Northland based planners and surveyors

• All welcome to come and finish off the day with an outdoor bootcamp. Bring your kids, bring your family to this celebratory last session of the day.

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6.00pm – Wrap up drinks at Loco Bar

• Time to clock out and check into the weekend with your newfound fitness friends.
  

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Please note: no matter your fitness level don’t shy away from trying a class, everyone can go at their own pace and trainers will adapt exercises if you are recovering from any injuries. 

Other supporters of the day include Jovial Judge who will be serving up breakfast and lunch, a coffee cart sponsored and run by Paul Sumich, Harcourts and ReSport Northland who will have a sports equipment rescue bin on site on the day. ReSport Northland enable more Northlander’s to play sport by repurposing donated sports goods, while also saving the environment.

Leading up to the event Activ8 Fitness has an in-gym initiative underway to kick start donations. Each gym trainer has selected a challenge that they will undertake if they receive the most amount of nominations. Gym attendees can buy a $1 token and place it in the jar of their trainer of choice and the donations have already been rolling in thick and fast!

The creative challenges include things like growing a mullet, going vegetarian for a whole month, giving blood or recreating RayGun’s Olympic breakdancing performance. 

5 Reasons to join the Activ8 12 Hour Fitness Fundraiser

• Connect with your community – this event brings people together for a common cause. Participants can bond over shared goals, connections and a sense of belonging

• Set a health and wellness example – Whether you’re a business owner or a parent, leading by example and engaging in physical activity promotes a healthier lifestyle and raises awareness about the importance of fitness

• Help raise awareness for a local charity – Not everybody has heard of I Have a Dream and the amazing work they do to inspire dreams and enable futures for young people. This event helps raise the profile and connect the team to more potential supporters

• Feel empowered – set yourself a challenge, such as completing a set number of classes or inviting the most number of people to join you. Feel a sense of purpose and achievement when you achieve your goal and enhance your motivation and personal wellbeing
• Try something new – whether it’s trying a new class style, exercising while in a dinosaur costume or with a new group of people, or at a new gym – variety is the spice of life and trying something new helps build confidence and expand your horizons

About Activ8 Northland

Co-founders Miranda, Matt and Shayne have brought a unique fitness offering to Whangārei with Aciv8 Northland. Aspiring to be more than just a gym and more than just a bootcamp, all trainers at Activ8 are passionate about health, well-being and living life to the full.

Exercise of course plays a major role within Activ8, but the team take a holistic approach to health and fitness and really care about the goals and health journey of all their clients addressing different areas like nutrition, stress, sleep, emotions, lifestyle and time.

About I Have a Dream

I Have a Dream is a charity focused on inspiring dreams and enabling futures for Tamariki (children) and Rangatahi (youth). Program participants (Dreamers) are supported and mentored by Navigators across their time at school and beyond to year 15, helping connect them to ongoing education and employment opportunities. Navigators come from all walks of life and backgrounds and work in partnership with schools, whānau and other people in the support networks of Dreamers to help see each child reach their full potential.