Good morning Sunners – Sure the weather isn't that great to go out in. But if you are looking for something to do there is always plenty of options.

One of those options is to go and check out some of our rising stars in the gymnastics' world. Mount Maunganui's Impact Gymsport Academy are holding an open day today from 10am to 2pm at 36G MacDonald St, Mt Maunganui.

The gymnastics club is making a big impression on the New Zealand gymnastic scene by producing award winning gymnasts.

Since opening their doors in February 2013, the number of children attending classes has tripled to 450 members. Of the 42 representatives selected to represent the Bay of Plenty this year at the National Championships, 22 are registered with the academy.

Impact Gymsport Academy centre manager Deirdre Campion says there will be lots of fun things to take part in such as gym circuits for children, gymnastics displays including aerobics, rhythmic and tumbling, kid's activities and games as well as afood stall and espresso coffee.

'Gymnastics teaches children fantastic life skills, including discipline, mental toughness, balance, teamwork and friendship. Gymnastics provides an excellent base for all other sports.”

If gymnastics isn't your cup of tea then may be check out some of these other activities.

Bay Bible Fellowship/Lord's Day

Worship & Communion service Welcome Bay Primary School Hall, 309 Welcome Bay Road 10am. 'To Live is Christ” series in Philippians. Preacher: Lincoln Forlong. www.bbf.net.nz

Bible Seminars

Greerton Senior Citizen's Hall, Maitland St 1.45pm. Title: 'Jesus Parables - lessons for us” Interactive, Q&A. Refreshments provided. Vic 543 0504

BOP Automotive Swap Meet

And car show at Cherokee Pl, Mount 7am.

Charity Lunch

In aid of the RAF Benevolent Fund Nov 22 at Classic Flyers 12-3pm. $60 per ticket, 2 courses with silent auction & raffle. To book ph Jenny, Classic Flyers 572 4000 or Melanie 578 8759. Donations welcome for silent auctions - any artwork or aviation/war memorabilia - ph Melanie.

Children's Dance Class

7 weeks starts Oct 18 at Tauranga Primary School Hall, 5th Ave. Learn Latin America, Rock & Roll, Cha Chat & more. Sonia, Supreme Dance Centre 544 2337 or 027 322 1786

Corkers Toastmasters Club

Meet every 3rd Sun at Zone Café, Owens Place, Bayfair 2.30pm. Interested to uncork your potential? Chrissy 543 9493

Earth Kids Childcare Centre

Open days Sept 20 & 27 at 58 Panorama Drive, Welcome Bay

Maketu Rotary Club Market

3rd & 5th Sunday at Village Green, Park Rd, Maketu. Stalls $10. Maureen 533 2340

OTAWA TRIG

Energetic walk through good bush. Phone Dorothy 573 8152

Papamoa Lions Club Market

Held second & fourth Sunday of month at Simpson Reserve, cnr Dickson & Parton Rd 7.30-12.30pm.

Petanque Tga/BOP Club

Every Sun & Thurs at Cliff Rd 12.45pm. Boules available, tuition given. 578 3606

Quakers in Tauranga

Mainly silent worship, hour long meeting followed by tea & talk. Every Sunday in hall behind Brain Watkins Historic House 10am. 544 0448

Radio Controlled Model Power Boats

Racing at Lake Taurikura off Taurikura Drive in the industrial area of the Lakes subdivision 10am. Follow the RC Boat signs. Brian 548 1334

Radio Controlled Model Yachts

Meet Sun & Thurs 1.30pm at pond behind 24 Montego Drive, Papamoa, to sail electron & similar 3ft long yachts for fun. Beginners welcome. Graham 572 5419

Recreational Cycle Group

Every Sun meet at Papamoa Sports & Recreation Centre, Parton Rd 9.30am. Heinz 574 1543. Tues meet at Palm-ers, Ohauiti Rd 9am. Pam/Andrew 544 3272. Weds meet at Sulphur Pt, near Nautilus, off Cross Rd 9am. Cam 552 4513

Smith's Sport Shoes Winter Duathlon Series

Kids, Short & Long course options at Hotuhotu St, The Lakes, Tauriko from 9am. Paul 027 270 5300 email: [email protected] or visit www.triathlontauranga.org.nz

Tauranga Friendship & Social Club

Walks, dinners & outings for over 50's. Barbara 544 7461

Tauranga Gem & Mineral Club

Open day at Village Gems, 17th Ave Historic Village 10am. Open workshop; hands-on group project; family activities.

Tauranga Writers

The Learning Centre, Tauranga City Library, Willow St 2-3.30pm. Focus on creative commons lead by Harley Couper. An introduction to copyright-free resources for writers &/or protecting or sharing our own texts & illustrations. Limited to 12 @ $10 ea. Book through Jenny 576 9212 or email [email protected]

Te Puke Country Music Club

Present our Birthday Bonanza at 1pm

St Pats Hall. Members a plate please.

Underwater Hockey

Every Sunday at Baywave. Gear & coaching available for beginners. New members welcome. Juniors (under 15) 5-6.15pm. Seniors (over 15) 6-7.40pm. Lance 027 287 4731 or [email protected]

Weekend Activities for the Over 60's

Walks, dinners, day trips & good times. Richard 578 3894