Years 6-8 (10-12 Yo)
WORD Camps are the best part of school holidays! We have a variety of different camps during the holidays. Each camp we will ride, learn and giggle...heaps! Camps are open to kids of all MTB skill abilities. We split into groups, so we can ride with mates of similar radness.
April ‘26 Holiday Programmes available to register March 12th 7pm
Have a look below to see what is on the horizon these coming holidays
Remutaka Recce with the girls!
CBD Drop off 15/16th April
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At WORD, we are always trying new and exciting ways to deliver the same values and brilliance we believe we offer in all our camps. This summer, we are thrilled to be revisiting a classic and heading over the Remutaka Incline for a night of camping! If you’re new to the outdoors, or have had the bug for some time already, this camp is for all to enjoy! Have a look at this linkfor what is a Wellington classic for mountain bikers.
With a big emphasis on sleeping bags and fruit bursts, this adventure will be jam packed with fun and just the right amount of pedalling. Kids will need to feel comfortable tackling a 18km bike ride (we have all day to do so), starting at the drop off point: end of Incline Road, Kaitoke. Following a 4wd track up the valley, through tunnels, across bridges, and down towards Featherston, the lucky crew will find themselves at Cross Creek campground for an overnight occasion of festivities in our tents!
Kids will need to share the load- by this we mean our gear for the night all needs to come with us on our bikes and/or backs. We will be catering for dinner, breakfast and the 2nd lunch- as well as the promised smores! WORD has some bikepacking gear available to hire ($20 additional per day), but kids will need to have their own bike, helmet, sleeping bag, and lunch packed for the first day.
Camp fee: $385
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Drop off and Pickup Spots:
Day one Pick up and drop off from Amora Hotel in Wellington CBD at 8am (or optional meeting at 9:00 am at Incline Road, Kaitoke, where the Remutaka Rail trail begins). We appreciate this is a bit of a hike for a Monday morning, so the van will be driving out. Day two, we will be returning to the same point (Incline Road, Kaitoke) by 2pm, or the van will arrive to pick the crew up and aim to be back into town by 3pm.
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Serviced Mountain bike
AUS/NZ certified helmet
Closed-toe shoes
Water
Snacks!
Rain Jacket
Inner tube to fit your tire
Sleeping bag, pillow
Approx 40l capacity on your bike and/or back
We want to support kids to be independent mountain bikers (and humans), so having them be responsible for their own items by carrying them in a backpack is the first step in doing so. WORD is lucky enough to have some bikepacking equipment to be in a position to share. If you’re young someone will be needing these, simply add the ‘Bikepacking Rental Gear’ at the bottom for $20 a day.
This is a larger list than most of our camps, and we don’t expect everyone to A) know everything you’ll need to bring, and B) have it all. We will be sharing a more comprehensive packing list closer to the date, but for now we have listed the big ticket items.
If you have any questions or concerns with the above list, please get in touch with us. We understand how this list may prove a barrier to some, and will gladly work together to overcome any sticking points.
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Programme Requirements:
Riders need to be comfortable riding off road and on singletrack
More importantly, riders should be excited to try new things on their bike.
Be prepared for a fun session outside in all types of weather.
Holiday fee includes:
2 exceptional and savvy WORD instructors
Two days and a nights worth of entertainment and adventure
A night's accommodation under the stars in our tents
An excellent sense of belonging and adventure
3 meals and snacks (you’ll only need to pack your first lunch)
2026 WORD T-shirt* and sticker
And let's be frank, a night off cooking for the kids!
*Each year we have a new colour of WORD shirts. January is the start of a ‘New WORD shirt calendar,’ so keep an eye out for the newest colourway! We ask that you only claim 1 per year per kid. Kids will receive their shirt on the first day of camp.
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Other Things To Know
New to WORD? Great! Welcome to the whānau, we can’t wait to meet you and your whānau. Discover how we roll on our more Information page on the WORD website (a great resource that is worth exploring and may answer any questions you might have throughout your time with WORD).
Cancellations:Once you have booked onto a WORD course/camp/event the following applies:
More than 7 days before the start date: 80% refund
2-7 days before start date: 50% refund
48 hours before start date: no refund
Full Terms and Conditions: https://www.word.org.nz/terms-and-conditions/
A note on WORD’s financial model:
WORD is a registered Non-Profit Organisation (NZ Charity Number CC50833). We are proud to offer affordable, inclusive bike programmes like this one to the community. All WORD programmes and camps are subsidised by around 40% thanks to our incredible community of supporters and our sponsors. If you would like to help pay it for-WORD, at checkout you'll have the option of making a donation.
‘Know your Local’ Camps
Mt Vic & Mākara 9th/10th April
Mt Vic & Mākara 15th/16th April
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WORD’s ‘Know your Locals’ are a staple of Wellington School holidays, and are known to be the best fun you’ll have this upcoming school break, and for good reason! Each day is jam packed with fun, adventure, and commradery, all whilst riding! Bikes, trails, friends, sweet skills and snacks are the name of the game, come join us for the fun! This is a two day ‘camp’, running from 8:30am - 3:00pm.
What you'll learn
The main goal of Know your Local camps is to foster a keen sense of belonging in your group, and learn some new mountain biking skills along the way. Your instructors will assess the group's riding, and with your tamariki will choose a relevant skill that everyone is keen to learn. This may include:
The fundamentals (which can never be overdone) of body position, braking, and controls.
Progressive skills such as cornering, trail scanning, and descending.
And finally, for some riders, instructors may start to introduce more advanced skills like pumping, jumping, wheelies and drops.
Group Splits:
On the first day of term we will split into small groups based on abilities, fitness, and ambitions, before heading into the trails! We’ll stick with these same groups during the Holiday programme.
Cost: $260 for the 2 day camp and includes:
Super fun qualified instructors and small teaching ratios of 1:8
2 days of great fun on trails, learning skills with friends
A season T shirt (if you don’t have one and a WORD sticker)
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Wellington Know your Local, Thursday 9th - Friday 10th April:
Day 1, Matairangi Mt Victoria: Wellington Velodrome, Hataitai.
Day 2, Mākara Peak, Karori: Muds Cycles Carpark
Wellington Know your Local, Wednesday 15th - Thursday 16th April:
Day 1, Matairangi Mt Victoria: Wellington Velodrome, Hataitai.
Day 2, Mākara Peak, Karori: Muds Cycles Carpark
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Serviced Mountain bike
AUS/NZ certified helmet
Closed-toe shoes
Water
Snacks!
Rain Jacket
Inner tube to fit your tire
We want to support kids to be independent mountain bikers (and humans), so having them be responsible for their own items by carrying them in a backpack is the first step in doing so.
If you have any questions or concerns with the above list, please get in touch with us. We understand how this list may prove a barrier to some, and will gladly work together to overcome any sticking points.
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Programme Requirements:
Riders need to be comfortable riding off road and on singletrack
More importantly, riders should be excited to try new things on their bike.
Be prepared for a fun session outside in all types of weather.
Holiday fee includes:
Exceptional and savvy WORD instructors
Two days worth of entertainment and adventure
An excellent sense of belonging and adventure
A new set of riding pals!
2026 WORD T-shirt* and sticker
*Each year we have a new colour of WORD shirts. January is the start of a ‘New WORD shirt calendar,’ so keep an eye out for the newest colourway! We ask that you only claim 1 per year per kid. Kids will receive their shirt on the first day of camp.
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Other Things To Know
New to WORD? Great! Welcome to the whānau, we can’t wait to meet you and your whānau. Discover how we roll on our more Information page on the WORD website (a great resource that is worth exploring and may answer any questions you might have throughout your time with WORD).
Cancellations:Once you have booked onto a WORD course/camp/event the following applies:
More than 7 days before the start date: 80% refund
2-7 days before start date: 50% refund
48 hours before start date: no refund
Full Terms and Conditions: https://www.word.org.nz/terms-and-conditions/
A note on WORD’s financial model:
WORD is a registered Non-Profit Organisation (NZ Charity Number CC50833). We are proud to offer affordable, inclusive bike programmes like this one to the community. All WORD programmes and camps are subsidised by around 40% thanks to our incredible community of supporters and our sponsors. If you would like to help pay it for-WORD, at checkout you'll have the option of making a donation.
‘New to WORD’ Camps
Mt Vic & Mākara 7th/8th April
Porirua 13th/14th April
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WORD’s holiday programmes are known to be the best fun you’ll have this upcoming school break, and for good reason! Each day is jam packed with fun, adventure, and commradery, all whilst heading out riding! Bikes, trails, friends, sweet skills and snacks are the name of the game, come join us for the fun! New to WORD camps are two consecutive afternoons, from 12:30pm - 3:30pm.
What you'll learn
The main goal of New to WORD camps is to foster a keen sense of belonging in your group, and learn some new mountain biking skills along the way. Your instructors will assess the group's riding, and with your tamariki will choose a relevant skill that everyone is keen to learn. On a ‘New to WORD’ camp, there will be a focus on the fundamentals, including:
Body Position
Braking
Controls eg. gears
Group Splits:
On the first day of camp we will split into small groups based on abilities, fitness, and ambitions, before heading into the trails! We’ll stick with these same groups during the Holiday programme. Ratios are 1:8
Camp fee: $120
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Wellington New to WORD, Tuesday 7th - Wednesday 8th April:
Day 1, Matairangi Mt Victoria: Wellington Velodrome, Hataitai.
Day 2, Mākara Peak, Karori: Mākara Peak Mountain Bike Park Entrance
Porirua New to WORD, Monday 13th - Tuesday 14th April:
Both days are at Spicer Botanical Park, Porirua.
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Serviced Mountain bike
AUS/NZ certified helmet
Closed-toe shoes
Water
Snacks!
Rain Jacket
Inner tube to fit your tire
We want to support kids to be independent mountain bikers (and humans), so having them be responsible for their own items by carrying them in a backpack is the first step in doing so.
If you have any questions or concerns with the above list, please get in touch with us. We understand how this list may prove a barrier to some, and will gladly work together to overcome any sticking points.
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Programme Requirements:
Riders need to be comfortable riding off road and on singletrack
More importantly, riders should be excited to try new things on their bike.
Be prepared for a fun session outside in all types of weather.
Holiday fee includes:
Exceptional and savvy WORD instructors
Two days worth of entertainment and adventure
An excellent sense of belonging and adventure
A new set of riding pals!
2026 WORD T-shirt* and sticker
*Each year we have a new colour of WORD shirts. January is the start of a ‘New WORD shirt calendar,’ so keep an eye out for the newest colourway! We ask that you only claim 1 per year per kid. Kids will receive their shirt on the first day of camp.
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Other Things To Know
New to WORD? Great! Welcome to the whānau, we can’t wait to meet you and your whānau. Discover how we roll on our more Information page on the WORD website (a great resource that is worth exploring and may answer any questions you might have throughout your time with WORD).
Cancellations:Once you have booked onto a WORD course/camp/event the following applies:
More than 7 days before the start date: 80% refund
2-7 days before start date: 50% refund
48 hours before start date: no refund
Full Terms and Conditions: https://www.word.org.nz/terms-and-conditions/
A note on WORD’s financial model:
WORD is a registered Non-Profit Organisation (NZ Charity Number CC50833). We are proud to offer affordable, inclusive bike programmes like this one to the community. All WORD programmes and camps are subsidised by around 40% thanks to our incredible community of supporters and our sponsors. If you would like to help pay it for-WORD, at checkout you'll have the option of making a donation.
Lets get Airborne 10-15yr olds
Matairangi, Mt Vic 14th April
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Advanced MTB Skills 1 Day Camp led by Nic Johnson and Liam Bailey
Nic and Liam will lead an exclusive skills camp designed to elevate young riders' abilities to get tyres off the ground in a safe and structured environment. With over a decade of coaching experience, Nic (our CE) brings a wealth of knowledge and a passion for helping riders progress.
What to Expect:
Jumping Progression: Learn the fundamentals of jumping, including body position, timing, and technique, to safely navigate trail features.
Advanced Skills: Master wheel lifts, manuals, endos, braking control and other playful trail skills to enhance control and confidence.
Trail Application: Understand where and how to implement these skills on local trails, improving overall riding performance.
Fun and Safety: Enjoy a day of learning and play, ensuring skills are developed in a fun yet safe manner.
Details:
Group Size: Limited spots to ensure personalised instruction.
Prerequisite: Intermediate skills required; ideal for riders really wanting to progress to more advanced techniques.Cost: $165 for the 1 day camp and includes:
– GSMBC L1 and L2 Experienced and super fun WORD mountain bike instructors (1:8 ratio)
– WORD t-shirt and WORD sticker -
Wellington Let’s get Airborne Tuesday 14th April
8:30am at the Hataitai Velodrome
3:00pm pick up at the same location. This is a one day camp.
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Serviced Mountain bike
AUS/NZ certified helmet
Closed-toe shoes
Water
Snacks!
Rain Jacket
Inner tube to fit your tire
We want to support kids to be independent mountain bikers (and humans), so having them be responsible for their own items by carrying them in a backpack is the first step in doing so.
If you have any questions or concerns with the above list, please get in touch with us. We understand how this list may prove a barrier to some, and will gladly work together to overcome any sticking points.
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Programme Requirements:
Riders should be excited to try new things on their bike.
Be prepared for a fun session outside in all types of weather.
Holiday fee includes:
GSMBC L1 and L2 Exceptional and savvy WORD instructors
Two days of instruction and fun
An excellent sense of belonging and adventure
A new set of riding pals!
2026 WORD T-shirt* and sticker
*Each year we have a new colour of WORD shirts. January is the start of a ‘New WORD shirt calendar,’ so keep an eye out for the newest colourway! We ask that you only claim 1 per year per kid. Kids will receive their shirt on the first day of camp.
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Other Things To Know
New to WORD? Great! Welcome to the whānau, we can’t wait to meet you and your whānau. Discover how we roll on our more Information page on the WORD website (a great resource that is worth exploring and may answer any questions you might have throughout your time with WORD).
Cancellations:Once you have booked onto a WORD course/camp/event the following applies:
More than 7 days before the start date: 80% refund
2-7 days before start date: 50% refund
48 hours before start date: no refund
Full Terms and Conditions: https://www.word.org.nz/terms-and-conditions/
A note on WORD’s financial model:
WORD is a registered Non-Profit Organisation (NZ Charity Number CC50833). We are proud to offer affordable, inclusive bike programmes like this one to the community. All WORD programmes and camps are subsidised by around 40% thanks to our incredible community of supporters and our sponsors. If you would like to help pay it for-WORD, at checkout you'll have the option of making a donation.
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Shuttle Days!
Wellington Central, 13th April
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A WORD shuttle day is a crowd favourite designed to elevate young riders' skills in a safe and structured environment. For those not familiar with a 'shuttle day', come join us for a day of being supported up the hills in a vehicle, and guided back down on bikes with an instructor. Shuttling offers a unique chance to ride multiple laps in one day that would otherwise take a week of pedalling to achieve! This camp will be led by Peg Leyland.
Making the most of time spent driving around the capital's hills, you can expect a variety of riding from the following parks: Matairangi, Mt Victoria; Waimapihi, Polhill; Mt Crawford, Miramar; and Wrights Hill, Karori.
Please note, based on the 'ambitions and conditions of the day', we will gauge and offer an appropriate combination of these parks.
Cost: $195 for the 1 day camp and includes:
Two qualified, first aid-trained instructors at a 1:4 ratio
6+ hours of being shuttled in WORD's brand-new van - Vinnie Van Go
WORD Socks and sticker
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Drop off in front of Amora Hotel, CBD 8:20 am- ready for an 8:30 am departure
Pick up 3:00 pm back at the Amora Hotel, CBD
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Serviced Mountain bike
AUS/NZ certified helmet
Closed-toe shoes
Water
Snacks!
Rain Jacket
Inner tube to fit your tire
We want to support kids to be independent mountain bikers (and humans), so having them be responsible for their own items by carrying them in a backpack is the first step in doing so.
If you have any questions or concerns with the above list, please get in touch with us. We understand how this list may prove a barrier to some, and will gladly work together to overcome any sticking points.
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Programme Requirements:
Riders should be excited to try new things on their bike.
Be prepared for a fun session outside in all types of weather.
Holiday fee includes:
Exceptional and savvy WORD instructors
Two half days of instruction and fun
An excellent sense of belonging and adventure
A new set of riding pals!
2026 WORD T-shirt* and sticker
*Each year we have a new colour of WORD shirts. January is the start of a ‘New WORD shirt calendar,’ so keep an eye out for the newest colourway! We ask that you only claim 1 per year per kid. Kids will receive their shirt on the first day of camp.
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Other Things To Know
New to WORD? Great! Welcome to the whānau, we can’t wait to meet you and your whānau. Discover how we roll on our more Information page on the WORD website (a great resource that is worth exploring and may answer any questions you might have throughout your time with WORD).
Cancellations:Once you have booked onto a WORD course/camp/event the following applies:
More than 7 days before the start date: 80% refund
2-7 days before start date: 50% refund
48 hours before start date: no refund
Full Terms and Conditions: https://www.word.org.nz/terms-and-conditions/
A note on WORD’s financial model:
WORD is a registered Non-Profit Organisation (NZ Charity Number CC50833). We are proud to offer affordable, inclusive bike programmes like this one to the community. All WORD programmes and camps are subsidised by around 40% thanks to our incredible community of supporters and our sponsors. If you would like to help pay it for-WORD, at checkout you'll have the option of making a donation.
Some past camps
Which may just make a comeback!
Van Camp
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Let’s jump into Vinnie the WORD van to head off to different trails around town!
***To really make the most out of this camp, riders will want to be comfortable riding at least Grade 3 trails such as Hippies, Car Parts, Ikigai, Jailbrake, Te Tuara pt.2 or similar.
DATES TBC 10 spots
Instructors: Dave/Peg
Cost: $TBC for the 2 day camp and includes:
– Experienced and super fun WORD mountain bike instructor
– WORD t-shirt and WORD sticker
-Transport to the trails!
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Drop off (8:20am) and Pick up (3pm) your kiddo in front of Amora Hotel Wakefield Street each day.
Vinnie the WORD Van will be driving us to each riding location, departing at 8:30am!
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Serviced Mountain bike
AUS/NZ certified helmet
Closed-toe shoes
Water
Snacks!
Lunch
Rain Jacket
Inner tube to fit your tire
We want to support kids to be independent mountain bikers (and humans), so having them be responsible for their own items by carrying them in a backpack is the first step in doing so.
If you have any questions or concerns with the above list, please get in touch with us. We understand how this list may prove a barrier to some, and will gladly work together to overcome any sticking points.
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Programme Requirements:
Riders should be excited to try new things on their bike.
Be prepared for a fun session outside in all types of weather.
Holiday fee includes:
Exceptional and savvy WORD instructors
Two days of instruction and fun
An excellent sense of belonging and adventure
A new set of riding pals!
Transport to all the trails
2026 WORD T-shirt* and sticker
*Each year we have a new colour of WORD shirts. January is the start of a ‘New WORD shirt calendar,’ so keep an eye out for the newest colourway! We ask that you only claim 1 per year per kid. Kids will receive their shirt on the first day of camp.
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Other Things To Know
New to WORD? Great! Welcome to the whānau, we can’t wait to meet you and your whānau. Discover how we roll on our more Information page on the WORD website (a great resource that is worth exploring and may answer any questions you might have throughout your time with WORD).
Cancellations:Once you have booked onto a WORD course/camp/event the following applies:
More than 7 days before the start date: 80% refund
2-7 days before start date: 50% refund
48 hours before start date: no refund
Full Terms and Conditions: https://www.word.org.nz/terms-and-conditions/
A note on WORD’s financial model:
WORD is a registered Non-Profit Organisation (NZ Charity Number CC50833). We are proud to offer affordable, inclusive bike programmes like this one to the community. All WORD programmes and camps are subsidised by around 40% thanks to our incredible community of supporters and our sponsors. If you would like to help pay it for-WORD, at checkout you'll have the option of making a donation.
Track and Trail
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Track and Trail is run in conjunction with PNP track club based at Mt Vic and the velodrome on the second day.
We will break into groups and weather dependant one 3 hour session will be spent getting exposure to another cycling discipline and learning all fun things Track Cycling. The rest of the time will be exploring Mt Vic/Matairangi and learning new skills on the trails.
3 days
Location: Makara/Matairangi Mt Vic/ Polhill
Instructors: TBC and Guest instructors from PNP
DATES TBC (8:30-3pm) 16 spots
Cost: $TBC for the 2 day camp and includes:
– Experienced and super fun WORD mountain bike instructor
– WORD t-shirt and WORD sticker
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Wellington Track and Trail - No January Camps
Day 1, Matairangi Mt Victoria: Wellington Velodrome, Hataitai.
Day 2, Mākara Peak, Karori: Mākara Peak Mountain Bike Park Entrance
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Serviced Mountain bike
AUS/NZ certified helmet
Closed-toe shoes
Water
Snacks!
Lunch
Rain Jacket
Inner tube to fit your tire
We want to support kids to be independent mountain bikers (and humans), so having them be responsible for their own items by carrying them in a backpack is the first step in doing so.
If you have any questions or concerns with the above list, please get in touch with us. We understand how this list may prove a barrier to some, and will gladly work together to overcome any sticking points.
-
Programme Requirements:
Riders should be excited to try new things on their bike.
Be prepared for a fun session outside in all types of weather.
Holiday fee includes:
Exceptional and savvy WORD instructors
Two days of instruction and fun
An excellent sense of belonging and adventure
A new set of riding pals!
2026 WORD T-shirt* and sticker
*Each year we have a new colour of WORD shirts. January is the start of a ‘New WORD shirt calendar,’ so keep an eye out for the newest colourway! We ask that you only claim 1 per year per kid. Kids will receive their shirt on the first day of camp.
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Other Things To Know
New to WORD? Great! Welcome to the whānau, we can’t wait to meet you and your whānau. Discover how we roll on our more Information page on the WORD website (a great resource that is worth exploring and may answer any questions you might have throughout your time with WORD).
Cancellations:Once you have booked onto a WORD course/camp/event the following applies:
More than 7 days before the start date: 80% refund
2-7 days before start date: 50% refund
48 hours before start date: no refund
Full Terms and Conditions: https://www.word.org.nz/terms-and-conditions/
A note on WORD’s financial model:
WORD is a registered Non-Profit Organisation (NZ Charity Number CC50833). We are proud to offer affordable, inclusive bike programmes like this one to the community. All WORD programmes and camps are subsidised by around 40% thanks to our incredible community of supporters and our sponsors. If you would like to help pay it for-WORD, at checkout you'll have the option of making a donation.
