Gateway Launches Active Kids Easter Programme in Umhlanga
Gateway transforms mall space into an interactive play zone
KwaZulu-Natal, 30 March 2026: Gateway Theatre of Shopping is adding energy to the Easter holidays with the launch of the Have a Ball Fun & Fitness Club, a school holiday programme encouraging young people to move, play and connect. Running from Monday 30 March to Sunday 12 April near Sportsman Warehouse (Entrance 8, ground floor), the programme features activities designed to keep young visitors active and trying something new.
From kids’ activities to social sport and wellness-focused experiences, Have a Ball Fun & Fitness Club brings together a mix of movement and light-hearted competition, creating a space where families and friends can spend time in a way that feels easy and rewarding.
Plenty of Ways to Move, Play and Connect
Each day of the Have a Ball programme, instructors from Virgin Active will keep energy levels up from late morning through to the afternoon. Activities begin at 11:00 with a dance session to get everyone moving, followed by an interactive board game from 12:00 to 13:00 that blends play with light movement. From 13:00 to 14:00, boxing sessions introduce a fun, guided workout, before the Grid Squad takes over from 14:00 to 15:00 with team-based challenges that encourage coordination and confidence.
The day winds down with another upbeat dance session from 15:00 to 16:00, giving kids a chance to end on a high.
Padel sessions, led by Virgin Active Padel Club, will give young participants the chance to try something new in a supportive setting daily from 11:00 to 13:00. Plus, for extra fun, activities such as basketball, soccer, arts and crafts will be available between 11 am and 4 pm.
With its mix of movement, play and shared moments – Have a Ball is designed to feel lively, social and just the right amount of active. Participation is R20 per child for a 45-minute session. Children of all ages are welcome under parental or guardian supervision.
More information about Have a Ball, including how to participate and attend, will be shared on Gateway’s website and social media pages, as well as on Virgin Active Padel Club’s platforms. For more information about Gateway, its stores, experiences and promotions, visit gatewayworld.co.za or follow the centre on social media: instagram.com.
