PAINTING FOR THE BEGINNER - NEW

Fabulous new course for people who beginners to painting. You will be introduced to acrylics, colour theory, composition and visual story-telling, and learn to paint landscapes, still-life, composition and portraits.  E Exciting tips on painting techniques, ideas and step-by-step guidance from your tutor.  Work at your own pace and have fun learning the expression of Art.   More...

TASTY THAI CUISINE - NEW

Thai cooking is surprisingly quick, tasty and healthy. In this hands-on course you will learn the simple secrets to authentic Thai cooking, delicious recipes and ideas for entertaining with the best Thai ideas. Please bring a tea towel, apron and a container to take food home.      More...

BASIC BAKING CLASS

Learn how to make delicious and easy treats like cupcakes, shortbread, muffins, cookies and brownies.  Impress your friends and family members with your delicious baked goods and learn how to add your own flavours to basic recipes to make them unique. 

Please note: Completion of this course requires an additional payment of $40 payable direct to the tutor at the first session. The payment will cover the cost of ingredients for the course.     More...

ACCOUNTING - THE BASICS

Gain new skills for home and/or work in this hands-on course covering the basic requirements in setting up accounts. You will gain a general understanding of accounting with a focus on core concepts and basic skills, which will teach you the fundamentals of accounting.   This course suits all skill levels and no previous knowledge of accounting is required.  Please bring your laptop with Excel if you have it.  School computers will be available for those who do not.   More...

FRENCH PASTRY FOR THE BEGINNER

FAMILY BOOTCAMP (FITNESS FOR ALL)

This brand new course welcomes singles, doubles or families.  We will be working through low-level exercises, incorporating movements, stretching, slow dance movements to music and a multitude of other movements to get your whole family fit. Come along and enjoy the first step to your family health and wellbeing.    More...

PROPERTY INVESTING IN A NEW COVID ECONOMY

If you are a first home buyer or wanting to build or expand your property portfolio then this course is for you. Roy Adams, has done the hard yards, building a multimillion-dollar property portfolio in less than 3 years, starting with a deposit of only $13,000.
Unsurprisingly, Covid-19 has impacted the property market and we are adapting to living in unprecedented times. As with any challenging time, opportunities emerge.    More...

BEGINNERS DRAWING 1

This workshop is for people that have attended Beginners Drawing 1 or for beginners with some experience. It will cover more in depth drawing techniques covered in Beginners Drawing 1, you will explore aspects of landscapes, composition, portraiture, and focus on finer details for still life studies. You will be introduced to the concepts of color theory and how to apply it, using pencils, color pastels, color inks and watercolors.   More...

FREE YOURSELF FROM STRESS

Life’s problems can cause us to become out of balance, or to become stronger in ourselves and progress. Stress can cause us to rush and loose our connection with ourselves, others and the world around us, causing excessive tiredness - even illness. This course teaches ways to work with life’s problems in a positive way, by being in charge of ourselves, so enabling our intuition and inner wisdom to guide us.   More...

DANCE YOURSELF HAPPY WITH SALSA

Easy step-by-step lessons to teach you the first three basic steps and the rhythms of Salsa dance. Learn how to do basic turns and take your first steps to a Salsa sequence you can easily make on the dance floor. Men, learn to lead your partner through a simple routine. Women, learn to follow a lead effortlessly. Enjoy exercise, latin music, and dance with an experienced dance teacher who will let you learn at your own pace. No partners required.   More...

FRIDA KAHLO/FIGURINE PAPIER MÂCHÉ SCULPTURE

Papier mâché - literally chewed paper/pulped paper/mashed paper – is a composite material consisting of paper pieces or pulp and sometimes reinforced with textiles bound with an adhesive i.e. glue/starch/wall paper paste.

This process goes right back to 200BC in China. Today papier mâché sculptures are used as an economic building material for a variety of traditional & ceremonial activities as well as in arts and crafts.  More...

VEGETARIAN / VEGAN MEALS FROM INDIA

The number of people interested in learning to cook vegetarian food is increasing globally.  Vegetarian food can be tasty, nutritious, budget friendly and good for the environment.  Learn how to cook easy vegetarian dishes from, India (which has the largest vegetarian population in the world). Tutor is willing to include any dish you are interested to learn.   More...

LET'S RESEARCH OUR FAMILY HISTORY

Let's research our family history.  Let's just say Abracadabra!  Sounds great.  BUT, you do need to know what to ask for and who and when and why!!
The magician needs an 'onsite'  fairy to guide the research!! Jan has that very pleasant task to work with you.
Bring a flash drive to download talks and forms etc.   More...

LINKING AMERICA'S PAST AND PRESENT

"We declare our right on this earth...to be a human being, to be respected as a human being, to be given the rights of a human being in this society, on this earth, in this day, which we intend to bring into existence by any means necessary."

- Malcolm X   More...

HOW TO BUY AND BUDGET FOR YOUR FIRST HOME - ONLY $5 NOW

Many Kiwi families dream of buying a house. But how are some doing it, while others can't?
Buying your first home is getting harder and harder for most families, even with higher incomes and larger deposits it can often be a struggle especially if debt is a factor.  more...

JOB INTERVIEW COACHING

Being interviewed is a skill and a skill improves with practice. Our aim is to help you to prepare for a job interview, make sure you are well-informed, confident, and armed with all the inside tips on how best to present yourself. more...

ENGLISH BEGINNERS AND PRE-INTERMEDIATE (TWICE PER WEEK)

A beginners ESOL class for those starting out. Basic introduction to words and phrases.

KIWI ENGLISH FOR MIGRANTS - LEVEL 1

Basic ESOL class with a focus on "Kiwi" English. For people with a little English.  Introduction to words and phrases.  Learn phonics, basic vocabulary and spelling.  Learn grammar and form simple sentences.  Gain confidence and new speaking skills.  Classes are communicative and fun.

HEALTH AND WELLBEING 101 – AN INTRODUCTION

Interested in pursuing a career in health or wellbeing?  Interested in your own health and wellbeing?

This course will give you an insight into the health and wellbeing sector for your own benefit or because you have an interest in further training or taking up a position within this area.  more...

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.

PILATES

Level 1 classes 5.30 pm - 6.30 pm - Tue & Wed
Level 2 classes 6.30 pm - 7.30 pm - Tue & Wed

Joseph Pilates developed this phenomenal exercise technique in the early part of the 20th Century. Today it is recognised as the ultimate workout to strengthen, lengthen and tone your body - without machines.   more...

SMALL ENGINE REPAIRS

Roll up your sleeves and fix it!

Learn to fix that outboard motor, lawn mower, motorbike or other small engine.  Students will leave this class with the ability to carry out basic repairs on their chosen small engine(s), by focusing on the engines that interest them.  more...

BASIC CAR MAINTENANCE AND REPAIRS

A practical class for the home mechanic. Learn how to perform jobs such as a grease and oil change, maintaining and tuning of the engine, changing brake pads and engine troubleshooting. Class numbers limited. Bring your own car (or someone else's) to work on.

LEARN TO MEDITATE

This course in Pure Meditative Peace gives you a practice to find inner peace, with tools to help you stay calm and balanced in daily life.

Benefits of meditation:

• Improve your concentration.
• Release tension from both body and mind in a gentle way
• Help with sleep and stress more...

WELDING AND METAL SCULPTURE

Got a burning passion for metal? Or a passion for burning?

Learn safe, effective welding techniques and use oxy-acetylene and MIG welding equipment under the direction of our experienced tutor.

This introductory course is suitable for beginners and those with some experience of welding.  Students will leave the course with knowledge of the materials and processes used to make outdoor furniture and sculptures. more...

YOGA (HATHA YOGA)

Choose a, Tuesday, Wednesday or Thursday evening to participate in these combination yoga classes for all abilities.

YOGA (HATHA YOGA) - 5.00 - 6.30 PM
YOGA (HATHA YOGA) - 6.45 - 8.15 PM

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.

INDIAN FOOD MADE EASY

Spend a couple of weeks unlocking the mysteries of South Asian cooking.  All the food you have enjoyed eating in ethnic restaurants learn how to prepare them with simple recipes and easily available local ingredients.  From Chinese dumplings to Malaysian noodles, Thai green curry to Japanese sushi.

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. 

COOKIE DECORATING

Learn new skills on how to decorate cookies for the holidays. We will cover the basics of cookie decorating using royal icing and take you through different techniques on how to make your cookies look great! Cover various themes, like Valentine’s Day, Easter, Halloween and Christmas and make fabulous cookies for you and your loved ones.  Great for beginners as well as those who want to practice their skills.

GUITAR BEGINNERS

Great class if you have ever wanted to learn how to play the guitar. Learn how to play tunes through easy to read tablature. Master strumming, simple chords to well known songs including kiwi classics and others .E.g. Ten guitars, You are my sunshine, Pokarekareana, Jamaican farewell, Amazing Grace, and many more. Guitars available for use if required ($10 payable to hire a guitar).

COMPUTING BEGINNERS

Small, informal and friendly class with lots of time for individual help. Starts from how to search on the internet, find the useful information, create an email account and sending email, word processing. The course will b

JAPANESE STAGE I

Discover Japan by learning the language.  This conversation-based course includes basics of vocabulary and Japanese culture. It is suitable for absolute beginners.  Planning to travel to Japan?  With basic survival language skills, you will have a lot of fun getting around Japan or enrich your interaction with native speakers here at home in New Zealand.

MANDARIN STAGE I

An introduction to the Mandarin Language. All essential skills will be covered with emphasis on conversation.

MS EXCEL BEGINNERS TO INTERMEDIATE

A class for people who have some computer skills but are new to Excel. This course will provide you with a means of performing numerical and statistical calculations. Learn the basics of Excel including formulae, formatting, editing, replication and much more. Step two will cover more advanced functions, spreadsheet design, data sorting and filtering, charts and graphs and much more.

ITALIAN CUISINE FOR THE NON-ITALIAN

Pastas, risotto, gnocchi and much more delicious Italian fare.  Their simplicity is going to surprise you and you don’t need to be a chef to prepare and create these mouth-watering delicious dishes. You will leave this course with fabulous ideas and dishes that will delight your family and friends.

FRENCH STAGE I

Bonsoir! French Beginners covers the basics of the language including vocabulary, grammar, conversation, and culture. You will leave equipped with a basic range of language skills and culture.

BOOKKEEPING AND TAXATION

This course introduces you to the know-how required to set up and run a small business. 

• The basics of choosing the right business structure
• an understanding of basic accounting principles
• the set-up and operation of a Cash-book to record income, expenditure and GST
• preparation of Bank Reconciliation  more...

BUILD YOUR OWN RETIREMENT PLAN

In this class you will have access to professional financial planning software to help learn the basic process from a retirement specialist while you complete your own retirement projection report.  Open group discussions on many topics, cost of living increases, health care, KiwiSaver, superannuation, NZ super, taxation, making your money last, how much each family will need and more.  Learn how to stop working earlier and know what you are working towards.

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! Classes consist of a warm-up/cool down, technique, combinations and learning inspiring choreographies - all to beautiful music. 

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