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Exciting times for the July programme, so don't' miss out. The  Waikato Institute for Leisure & Sport Studies pesents theri Leadership Holiday Programme for 11 - 14yr olds - Live Large July 2017. This will be a full--on week of activities and challenges Earlybird Special - register and pay before 5th July for 5 days $175 Live Large is OSCAR approved for fee subsidy Click here to download a Flyer Click here to download an Enrolment Form.   more

Ministry of Education Compliance Regulation for School Pools. Wilss is presenting a session on Pool Compliance on Thursday 12 October 2017. The full day programme would be beneficial to caretakers. teachers, principals, club members and parents involved with pool maintenance. For more details or to register, contact Zelda Tucker on (07) 839 9908, or email zelda@wilss.ac.nz Click here to check our Flyer for more details. more

Nominations are now open for 2017. The aim of the Academy is to support/encourage future athletes who are aspiring to achieve sporting excellence to reach their potential, prepare for challenges and play a constructive part in our society. The Hamilton Academy will begin on 12th May – 30th June. Thames Academy will run on 25th June & 2nd July. For more information check our WAYA page (under Sport & Recreation), or email Katie@wilss.ac.nz   more

Sue Conroy - congratulations on winning the 'Administrator of the Year' Award.  Sue is a graduate of Wilss, achieving the National Certificate in Sport Administration (Level 3) in 2012.  She is currently enrolled on one of our new sporting qualifications - New Zealand Certificate in Sport and Recreation (Community Development) (Level 5). Mike Maguire - Wilss Board of Trustee; also received an award, for twenty-eight years service with Sport Waikato. more

WILSS is due to commence it 2016/2017 'night school style' coaching and administration courses in October. These programmes offer opportunities to enhance and formalise current skills, as well as develop new ones.  They are for people who want to up-skill in their administration/coaching roles, but also need the flexibility to continue working full-time, participate in their sport and gain a New Zealand qualification at the same time. If you are interested, or know of someone who... more

Wilss and KiwiSport have teamed up to provide opportunities for secondary school students as future leaders in the community. Click here to check out the latest newsletter about KiwSport volunteers making a positive difference in their communities. more