About this Event
Hey team!
Come and join me for a family-friendly fishing workshop designed especially for complete beginners. My goal is to give you the confidence to take the whānau out fishing — to know how to set up, how to attract a fish, and what to do when you finally catch one!
What to Expect
Meet & Greet:
9:50–10:00am on the grass area beside the New Brighton Surf Club.
Workshop Start:
We’ll begin at 10:00am sharp on the beach in front of the surf club.
Your host, Chris, will guide you through essential topics such as:
- Surf and beach safety
- Basic fishing gear and tackle
- Bait selection
- Common local fish species and how to target them
We’ll then move into a hands-on knot-tying and rig-making session, and you’ll get to keep the rigs you create for your next fishing trip!
Please note: This free event does not require fishing rods, as it is not an actual fishing session. Casting tuition and full fishing sessions will be available in the new year.
What to Bring
- A non-alcoholic drink (water and sunscreen will be provided)
- Sunhat and sunglasses
- Something to sit on (blanket, towel, or camp chair if you prefer not to sit on the sand)
- Good vibes!
Age & Ticket Requirements
- All participants must be 6 years or older and must have a ticket.
- Participants under 14 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian (18+).
- Guardians and younger siblings are welcome to attend the event, but only ticket holders can take part in the knot-tying and rig-making activities to ensure we have enough materials for everyone
These free events are to help me structure paid events in the new year, I plan for the sessions to be 1.5 hours but may over run but will be capped at 2 hours.
The workshops are weather dependant and any cancelations or postponments will be communicated via email.
Due to the events being help on the beach please contact me if you require any support with accessibility
For questions about the event please contact me at [email protected]
Event Venue & Nearby Stays
New Brighton Surf Club, 186 Marine Parade, Christchurch, New Zealand
NZD 0.00
