Clubs and societies in New Zealand

outdoors. Expats will be able to take part in solo and team sports throughout the year under sunny skies.  

Some of the clubs require approval of registration by a committee, and at times the waiting list may be lengthy.
 

Cricket in New Zealand

Auckland Cricket Association  

aucklandcricket.co.nz/
Featuring a detailed list of all the clubs in the area, the Auckland Cricket Association is a great resource for expats looking to find cricket grounds located close by. 
 

Cornwall Cricket

www.cornwallcricket.co.nz/
Address: 197 Greenlane Road West, Epsom
Tel: 09 623 1529
An Auckland club dedicated to cricket, it is open to all ages. The club is committed to creating an interactive environment for members. 
 

Sydenham Cricket Club

Footballin New Zealand

Auckland City Football Club

www.aucklandcityfc.com/
Address: 47A Kiwitea Street, Sandringham
Tel: +64 9 629 3262
Auckland City FC is an amateur club with most players having full-time occupations outside of football. However the game is taken seriously, accounting for the Auckland City side winning many times. 
 

West Auckland AFC 

www.westaucklandafc.co.nz/
Address: Brains Park, 9a Tamariki Ave
Tel: 09 818 3612 
Open to all ages, the club prides itself on being a family club, perfect for expats moving to Auckland with kids.

Christchurch United Football Club

www.christchurchunited.co.nz
Address: Domain Terrace, Spreydon, Christchurch 
The teams are known as 'The Rams', and range from junior to senior level. 
 

Golf in New Zealand 

 

Royal Auckland Golf Club

www.aucklandgolfclub.co.nz/
Address: Hospital Road, Otahuhu
Tel: +64 9 276 6149
A private club that has been around for more than a century, it is regarded as one of the top golf clubs in New Zealand. 
 

Akarana Golf Club

www.akaranagolf.co.nz/
Address: 1388 Dominion Road, Mt Roskill
Tel: +64 9 621 0024 
Offering a host of benefits to its members, Akarana is the perfect place for expats in Auckland looking to fine-tune their swing. 

Christchurch Golf Club

www.christchurchgolf.co.nz/
Tel: (03) 385 9506
The club has a long history, and has held numerous championships. The club offers different green fees and memberships to suit everyone.
 

Hiking in New Zealand

 

Auckland Tramping Club

www.aucktramping.org.nz/index.php
Tel: (09) 630 2591
The tramping (or hiking) club offers competitive rates for expats looking to explore the incredible New Zealand scenery. 
 

Hockey in New Zealand

 

Auckland Hockey

http://www.akhockey.org.nz/
Address: Lady Marie Drive, Pakuranga Heights
Tel: +64 9 576 0683
Auckland Hockey is open to men and women, who play alongside each other at all levels.
 

Harwood Hockey Club

Rugby in New Zealand

 

Ponsonby Rugby Club

www.ponsonbyrugby.co.nz/
Address: 1 Stadium Rd, Western Springs
Tel: 09 846 9954
The club has a rich history as one of the oldest rugby clubs in Auckland. The members, or ‘ponies’ as they are known, are committed to playing rugby, whilst still making time for socialising. 

Sydenham Rugby Club

www.sydenhamrugby.co.nz
 

Running in New Zealand

 

Auckland YMCA Running Club

www.ymcamarathon.org.nz/
Address: YMCA Auckland Gym, Corner Pitt St & Greys Ave
Focused on distance running and improvement, Auckland YMCA Running Club offers expats the chance to get fit and socialise. 
 

Auckland Joggers Club

http://www.joggers.co.nz/
Address: Cornwall Park, Puriri Drive, One Tree Hill
Tel: +64 9 520 2321
Their motto ‘Fitness with Friendship’ is sure to appeal to expats looking to make friends through exercise. Any level of fitness is accepted, perfect for beginners to advanced joggers. 
 

Tennis in New Zealand

 

Mission Bay Tennis Club

www.mtedentennis.co.nz/
Address: 22 Poronui Street, Mt Eden
Tel: 022 0237216
Surrounded by trees, the club’s location in Auckland makes the game even more enjoyable. Open to all ages and skills’ levels, the club also encourages socialising. 

Hagley Park Tennis Club

www.hagleyparktennis.co.nz
Address: Riccarton Avenu, Christchurch
Tel: 03 366 2870
With lawn and hard court tennis facilities available, the club is conveniently located in the city.