Totara Springs Christian Centre

What Totara Springs Christian Centre does

Tōtara Springs Christian Centre is a New Zealand-registered charity (CC56824) operating a 90-acre residential camp and conference venue at the foot of the Kaimai Ranges near Matamata, with overnight capacity of 460+ beds plus unlimited tent sites. Founded approximately 60+ years ago, the centre is described as one of the largest Christian camp facilities in New Zealand. Its physical asset base includes an indoor sports and activity centre, a large heated pool fed by natural springs, and infrastructure to support more than 30 adventure activities such as archery, kayaking, rock climbing, abseiling, and a flying fox; all adventure programming is independently audited annually under the OutdoorsMark (formerly Qualworx) safety scheme.

The core product portfolio spans Holiday Camps (Junior Kids Camp for ages 6-8, Senior Kids Camp for ages 8-12, Teens Camp, Family Camp A/B, Easter Camp), School Camps, Group Retreats, Church Retreats and Conferences, and Youth and Elite Sports Camps. Programmes integrate adventure activity, team building, and Christian teaching, with structured leadership pipelines through the Springs Internship, Leaders Training, and volunteer-leader recruitment. Distribution is direct-to-consumer via the totarasprings.org.nz website, email enquiries to [email protected], and a Venue360-powered self-service Guest Portal for group bookings.

Revenue is generated primarily through camp registration fees, group retreat and conference bookings, and sports-camp fees; pricing is not publicly disclosed. The organization is community-funded, supplementing earned income with donations and volunteer labour, and is affiliated with the Christian Camping New Zealand network. Operational status is active, with ongoing infrastructure investment via the Totara Cabins Project framed as a multi-year capital build-out of the 60-year-old founding vision.

Name

Totara Springs Christian Centre

Legal name

Tōtara Springs Christian Centre

Website

https://totarasprings.org.nz

Company type

Private

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Tōtara Springs Christian Centre is a New Zealand-registered charity operating a 90-acre residential camp and conference venue in Matamata, serving schools, churches, families, sports groups, and youth with accommodation, adventure activities, and faith-based programming.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Camp and Conference Services

NAICS

Recreational and Vacation Camps (except Campgrounds) (721214), RV (Recreational Vehicle) Parks and Recreational Camps (7212)

SIC

Hotels, Rooming Houses, Camps & Other Lodging Places (7000)

akta.pro primary industry

Multi-Activity Enrichment Camps (Academic + Arts + Sports) (EDAMALAA)

akta.pro secondary industries

Cabin & Cottage Campgrounds (THAGAOAD), Group Camping & Scout Camps (THAGAOAI), Life Skills & SEL Camps (Confidence, Executive Function, Social Skills) (EDAMALAO)

Keywords

• Christian camp services
• School camp retreats
• Adventure outdoor activities
• Group accommodation venue
• Conference retreat facilities

Headquarters

HQ city

Matakana

HQ country

New Zealand

HQ region

Oceania

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Marketing or Sales, Others

Revenue model

1. Camp Registration Fees: Fees charged for camp participation including holiday camps, school camps, teens camps, kids camps, and family camps.
2. Group Retreat Bookings: Fees for church retreats, conferences, and group bookings with accommodation and activities.
3. Sports Camp Bookings: Fees for youth and elite sports camp teams and groups.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

Totara Springs Christian Centre is a residential camp and conference venue offering programmed holiday camps (Junior Kids, Kids, Teens, Family, Easter), school camps, youth and elite sports camps, and church retreats and conferences on a 90-acre site with 466+ beds, an indoor sports centre, a natural hot springs-fed pool, and over 30 adventure activities. The centre also runs the Springs Internship and Leaders Training programs and offers accommodation and meeting facilities for custom group retreats.

Product overview

Totara Springs Christian Centre is a camp and conference venue offering a portfolio of residential camping and retreat services. The core offerings include Holiday Camps (Junior Kids Camp, Kids Camp, Teens Camp), School Camps, Family Camps, Easter Camps, and Sports Camps, along with Church Retreats & Conferences and Group Retreats. The centre provides over 30 adventure activities (archery, kayaking, abseiling, rock climbing, etc.) with safety protocols, plus accommodation for 466+ guests. Supporting programs include the Springs Internship and Leaders Training. The centre operates a Guest Portal for group bookings and maintains health & safety compliance through annual OutdoorsMark audits.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Holiday Camps (Junior Kids, Kids, Teens) Seasonal residential holiday camp programs for children aged 6-12 (Junior Kids Camp 6-8yrs, Senior Kids Camp 8-12yrs) and teens aged 13+, including activities, Bible teachings, games, challenges, and adventure experiences. Day passes are available for Junior Kids Camp for first-time campers.
• School Camps Multi-day school camp programs for primary and secondary schools offering outdoor activities, team-building, and immersive camp experiences on the 90-acre site. Designed for educational groups and student cohorts.
• Family Camp Multi-day family holiday programs with structured activities for children while adults enjoy relaxation, teaching sessions, and fellowship. Family Camp A runs 27 December 2025 - 1 January 2026 and Family Camp B runs 3-8 January 2026.
• Easter Camp Seasonal residential camp program held during the Easter holiday period with activities and Christian teachings for children, teens, and families.
• Sports Camps Youth and elite sports camp offerings with field activities, facilities, and sports training programs for teams and athletic groups, with bookings managed through the Group Self-Service Portal.
• Retreats and Conferences Church group retreats, conferences, and group retreat services providing accommodation, meeting spaces, and programs for spiritual gatherings and organisational meetings.
• Adventure Activities Program Over 30 adventure activities including archery, hydroslide, tower abseil, kayaking, rafting, rock climbing, flying fox, axe throwing, and team-building initiatives, delivered with documented Safety Action Plans.
• Cabin Accommodation Overnight accommodation facilities with 466 beds plus unlimited tent sites, including the ongoing Totara Cabins Project for facility upgrades.
• Springs Internship Structured internship program for individuals seeking to develop leadership skills and gain experience in camp ministry and operations.
• Leaders Training Volunteer training camp designed to help leaders grow in faith, leadership, and knowledge while being equipped to share the Gospel at camp and in everyday life.

Segments6 records

Ideal customer profiles6 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

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Feature1 record

Partnerships

Two partnerships are on record, tiered core.

• Christian Camping New ZealandcoreOthersAffiliated member of Christian Camping New Zealand, a network of Christian camp centres across New Zealand. Provides accreditation, standards, and community for Christian camps.
• OutdoorsMark (Qualworx)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerIndependent safety organisation that audits adventure activities annually to ensure safety standards are maintained at the camp facility.

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves5 records

Expansion highlights4 records

Market position

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• Instagraminstagram.com/totara_springs
• Facebookfacebook.com/totarasprings
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/totara-springs-christian-centre

Compliance1 record

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Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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