🌊 Manu Competition - Te Hāpua Halswell Summer Pool
Schedule
Sat Jan 17 2026 at 02:00 am to 04:00 am
UTC+13:00Location
TE HAPUA Halswell Centre | Christchurch, CA
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The manu competition season is nearing its grand finale! Don’t miss your chance to join us for an epic showdown. Head over to Te Hāpua Halswell Summer Pool to show us what you’ve got! 🌊Feeling hungry? Our friends at Streets have you covered with free ice creams to keep you cool! 🍦
This is your final opportunity to make a splash before the grand final next month 📌
Enter the manu competition in one of four categories:
💦 Child - 8-12 years (as of March 2026)
💦 Youth – 13-17 years (as of March 2026)
💦 Adult – 18+ (as of March 2026)
💦 Freestyle - Open ages - For any other jumps that are not specifically Manu (include Te Korirā (The Gorilla), Te Pōpo Repo (The cannonball), Te Tēpara (The Staple), Te Kāwhena (The Coffin).
At the end of the competition season, the top three queens or kings of the manu will be awarded an official trophy and prizes. There will also be spot prizes up for grabs throughout the competition. 👑
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General pool admission price applies. Please check out the pool status before you come: https://recandsport.ccc.govt.nz/te-hapua
Children aged 5 to 10 years (inclusive) are required to complete a deep-water swim test before using the deep end of the main pool.
Supervision of children
🚩 Children between the ages of five and seven (inclusive) must be wearing a purple wristband and actively supervised by a responsible caregiver aged 16 years or older, who is to be within the pool area at all times and able to provide immediate assistance.
🚩 Children aged 8 to 11 years (inclusive) must have a responsible caregiver 16 years or older on site.
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Where is it happening?
TE HAPUA Halswell Centre, The Library at te Hapua Halswell Centre, 341 Halswell Rd, Halswell, Christchurch 8025, New Zealand, ChristchurchEvent Location & Nearby Stays:
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