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Kia Ora Tatou

There are many great reasons why people keep coming back to our centre. We are at the cutting edge of New Zealand Community Education. We are a place where things happen and like minded people can experience the rich diversity of lifelong learning. Quite simply, our Adult Learning Centre does not cost you money - the enrichment you receive will make you money!

UNDERSTANDING ISLAM

The course fee has been waived for this course. If you'd like to make a donation on the first night of the course, your contribution will be forwarded to the victims of the 15 March Christchurch attack. For many of us, all we know about Islam is what we hear in the media. Here is your chance to learn more about this rich and old religion. Learn about the prophets of God, the holy book The Qur'an, women in Islam, the concept of life in Islam, the prohibited, science and Islam today.

SMALL ENGINE REPAIRS

Learn how to repair small engines including outboard motors, lawn mowers and motorbikes. Please bring a small engine to be repaired. Class will be practical. Note: In this class you can just focus on the engine(s) which most interest you. Class numbers limited.

BELLY DANCING FOR BEGINNERS & BEYOND BEGINNERS

This course is suitable for new beginners and for those with some belly dance experience. Improve co-ordination, strength & stability, flexibility & muscle tone while learning something new and fun! A truly holistic dance form: good for body, soul & spirit! A great way to de-stress! Be prepared to be changed into a new and confident you!

 

FUNCTIONAL MOVEMENT CLASS FOR NON ATHLETES

Great for winding down, and relaxation, but also strengthening and body balancing. Suitable for all age groups, with less emphasis on intense stretching than yoga. This class is designed for couch potatoes, the athletically challenged, and people stuck behind desks all day using computers.

PROPERTY INVESTMENT ADVICE FOR YOUR FUTURE

If one of your goals in 2019 is to become a property owner, investor or first home buyer, then this course is for you.  Roy Adams, an experienced property wealth consultant who has done the hard yards and built a multimillion dollar portfolio in less than 3 years with a deposit of only $13,000 , is keen to share with the wider community how he became so successful in a short time.

LANDSCAPE PAINTING WITH ACRYLICS

This programme is skills based, experiential and focused on the discipline of observation. We shift between 2D and 3D initially to anchor the programme in material reality: when we paint landscape we are engaging with actual landforms, not photographs of the land.

MOSAICS

Come, enjoy a fun and rewarding night out making something for your home or garden you'll be proud of. See students first projects at www.moZaics.co.nz You do not need to be "artistic" to make mosaics. You'll be shown Direct, Indirect and Reverse methods, which glues to use, different cutting techniques.

 

 

PYTHON (PROGRAMMING LANGUAGE)

Let’s begin a new chapter of learning with most in-demand programming languages. A programming language is a formal language which comprises a set of instructions used to produce various kinds of output. Programming languages are used to create programs that implement specific algorithms. Basic computer skill is required.

DATABASE DEVELOPER (SQL DEVELOPER)

One step further to promote your career, business and education. A database is an organised collection of data. Database designers typically organise the data to model aspects of reality in a way that supports processes requiring information. Database administrators use specialised software to store and organise data. Basic computer skill is required. Please bring your own laptop to class.

INDIAN FOOD MADE EASY

Each week covers 7 dishes starting ranging from soup to dessert. You will learn how to cook all time favourites like tandoori chicken, butter chicken, rogan josh, roti, naan etc. Tutor is willing to include any of your favourite dish if not already in the course.

DUTCH FOR BEGINNERS

This is an introductory level course, designed for students with little to no knowledge of the Dutch (or Flemish) language. This is a first step for beginners in a safe and welcoming environment and suitable for those who wish to continue with language learning in the future.

ITALIAN STAGE I

An oral language course (including an introduction to Italian lifestyle and customs), to give you the confidence and ability to converse freely in everyday situations. Tutor is a native Italian speaker. Come along to learn and have some fun.

CAKE DECORATING

Learn how to cover and decorate a cake for that special occasion. You will be inspired by the ideas learned here; including piping, moulded blossoms, leaves, flower, drapes and bows. Limited only by your imagination. Materials cost extra.

 

AEROBIC/LATIN DANCE FITNESS

Fabulous new class on offer that is a fun and energetic fitness experience expressed through Latin type dance moves combined with standard aerobic, step moves.  Latin fitness is transforming a standard cardio work-out into a mix of cardio and dance. No pressure, learn at your own pace – but great fun guaranteed.

JAPANESE STAGE I

An intensive conversation-based course, giving you the ability to converse freely and confidently in everyday situations. A basic introduction to the culture will be included. Mitsuko is a native Japanese speaker with experience in adult teaching.

WOODWORK - BEGINNERS TO INTERMEDIATE

A hands-on practical class.  Work on your own project at your own pace under Paul’s guidance.  All equipment is supplied, however, bring your own materials.  No recycled timer can be used as this may damage school equipment.  Students who have not previously attended this class are required to start a week early for an introduction night to learn about the equipment and to discuss their projects with the tutor.  Class numbers limited.  First night is an introduction to equipment, discussion of project and materials