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  • February 2026
  • Ukulele for Beginners

    Monday 09 February
    Eight Mondays 6:00 PM - 7:30 PM At Selwyn College, Auckland.
    Bean Derham
    Be the life of the party and learn the ukulele! Learn basic chords, strumming patterns and tab reading by playing along with new songs each week. BYO ukulele and singing. No musical experience required.
    $120.00 incl. GST
  • Yoga - Continuing

    Monday 09 February
    Eight Mondays 6:00 PM - 7:30 PM At Selwyn College, Auckland.
    Liza Cornelius
    Further explore aspects of traditional Yoga including: breathing, meditation and deep relaxation, and learn more challenging postures. These courses usually fill with waiting lists each term - if you would like to book in the whole year, with payment closer to the course start , please contact the office.
    $125.00 incl. GST
  • Spanish Level 2

    Monday 09 February
    Eight Mondays 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM At Selwyn College, Auckland.
    Teresita del Valle Garro Castro
    A continuation course for those who have successfully completed a beginner level class.
    $150.00 incl. GST
  • Ballroom and Latin Dancing for Beginners

    Tuesday 10 February
    Six Tuesdays, 6:15 PM - 7:15 PM At Selwyn College, Auckland.
    Don Cooke
    Bring your partner and together learn some new easy dance moves where you will be introduced to a different style of dance each night - waltz, quickstep, cha cha cha, jive rock 'n' roll, rumba, bossa nova and Argentine tango. Special price: $156 per couple. Please contact the office to enquire about places for single dancers.
    $78.00 incl. GST
  • Italian Beginners (Level 1)

    Tuesday 10 February
    Eight Tuesdays, 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM At Selwyn College, Auckland.
    Riccardo Lucignani
    Buongiorno! Are you planning a trip to Italy? Do you have a fascination with all things Italian? Join us for this beginners language course. If your time is limited, or you do not plan to continue Italian language studies, you may prefer to attend a shorter weekend workshop, Italian for Travellers, or the evening Italian for Travellers. Read below the course dates for more information.
    $150.00 incl. GST
  • Italian Beginners (Level 2)

    Tuesday 10 February
    Eight Tuesdays, 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM At Selwyn College, Auckland.
    Fiorella Tomasi
    A second level language course for those who have successfully completed our Level 1 course or have gained that level of ability elsewhere.
    $150.00 incl. GST
  • Spanish Level 3

    Tuesday 10 February
    Eight Tuesdays, 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM At Selwyn College, Auckland.
    Teresita del Valle Garro Castro
    This third level Spanish class is for those who already have ability and confidence to talk about situations in the present tense, daily routine and activities. This course will introduce the past tense.
    $150.00 incl. GST
  • Italian Continuation (Level 3)

    Wednesday 11 February
    Eight Wednesdays, 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM At Selwyn College, Auckland.
    Riccardo Lucignani
    Continue learning Italian language in this level 3 class.
    $150.00 incl. GST
  • Yin Yoga

    Wednesday 11 February
    Eight Wednesdays, 6:30 PM - 8:00 PM At Selwyn College, Auckland.
    Elena Heinrihsone
    Have you tried Yin Yoga? If you’re tired, perhaps struggling to manage stress or anxiety, craving energy, or perhaps overstimulated with a busy mind, it might just be the answer. Yin Yoga is the gentle side of a yoga practice, passive with supported postures and targeting the deeper connective tissues: ligaments, joints and fascia. Resting between postures to feel the Rebound allows us to return to our centre, our balance and find the inner stillness that is available to us all.
    $135.00 incl. GST
  • Yoga - Continuing

    Wednesday 11 February
    Eight Wednesdays 6:30 PM - 7:30 PM At Selwyn College, Auckland.
    Liza Cornelius
    Further explore aspects of traditional Yoga including: breathing, meditation and deep relaxation, and learn more challenging postures. These courses usually fill with waiting lists each term - if you would like to book in the whole year, with payment closer to the course start , please contact the office.
    $94.00 incl. GST
  • Drawing for Beginners

    Wednesday 11 February
    Six Wednesdays 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM At Selwyn College, Auckland.
    Andrew Ockleston
    Join us for a practical introduction to drawing with pencil, charcoal and ink. Tutor Andrew will break it down into simple steps to get your started with drawing.
    $154.00 incl. GST
  • French Level 1

    Wednesday 11 February
    Eight Wednesdays, 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM At Selwyn College, Auckland.
    Greg Goodyer
    This course is designed as an introduction to long-term French learning. Suitable for absolute beginners or for those who have learned some French in the past and would like to consolidate basic skills as well as building up their French vocabulary.
    $150.00 incl. GST
  • Italian Continuation (Level 4)

    Wednesday 11 February
    Eight Wednesdays, 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM At Selwyn College, Auckland.
    Riccardo Lucignani
    Continue your Italian education with an emphasis on improving fluency of conversation and learning advanced tenses.
    $150.00 incl. GST
  • Spanish Level 1 Beginners

    Wednesday 11 February
    Eight Wednesdays. 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM At Selwyn College, Auckland.
    Teresita del Valle Garro Castro
    Would you like to start learning a new language? Why not Spanish, spoken on four continents and more than 20 countries.
    $150.00 incl. GST
  • Drama Production for 9 - 12 Year Olds

    Friday 13 February
    Eight Fridays, 3:30 PM - 5:30 PM At Selwyn College, Auckland.
    June Renwick
    Following on from Beginners Drama, this production course is the next stage for those children who want to expand their drama skills and are ready to move up. This is an invitation-only course so please register only if you are a returning student. For those new to drama at Selwyn Community Education, please telephone or email the office. We will arrange for tutor June to contact you to assess which class is suitable for your child.
    $168.00 incl. GST
  • Tai Chi Intermediate - Levels 1 & 2

    Monday 16 February
    Six Mondays 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM St Marks Church Hall
    Bruno Rubini
    Tai Chi is meditation in motion: learn a series of slow, continuous movements that promote physical and mental well being, and improve coordination and balance. This is for Intermediate level students covering Levels 1 and 2, at Bruno's invitation. These courses usually fill with waiting lists each term - if you would like to book in the whole year, with payment closer to the start of each course. please contact the office to arrange this.
    $115.00 incl. GST
  • Tai Chi Beginners - Levels 1, 2 & 3

    Monday 16 February
    Six Mondays, 11:30 AM - 1:00 PM St Marks Church Hall
    Bruno Rubini
    Tai Chi is meditation in motion. It is a series of slow, continuous movements that promote physical and mental well being and improve coordination and balance. In this course you will learn Qigong, breathing exercises, Tai Chi Philosophy and some Tai Chi Yang style. This easy and relaxing class is an introduction to Tai Chi and Mindfulness. Read below for info. These courses usually fill with waiting lists each term - please contact the office to book places for the whole year.
    $115.00 incl. GST
  • Date Night: Greek

    Monday 16 February
    One evening, Monday 6:30 PM - 9:00 PM At Selwyn College, Auckland.
    Tracey Sunderland
    Join us for a fun and flavourful evening of Greek cooking, perfect for a date night!
    $79.00 incl. GST
  • Pottery Beginners

    Tuesday 17 February
    Eight Tuesdays 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM At Selwyn College, Auckland.
    Matt McLean
    Interested in classes at our Auckland pottery studio? Have you ever wanted to work with clay, but not known where to start? Join our beginner pottery class and learn a range of essential clay techniques. Whether you're a complete novice or have some experience, this pottery course will help you develop key skills, including hand-building and clay molding. Come and join Matt McLean, one of New Zealand's top award-winning potters and learn a range of hand building and wheel throwing techniques.
    $320.00 incl. GST
  • Tai Chi Beginners - Levels 1, 2 & 3

    Tuesday 17 February
    Six Tuesdays, 7:30 PM - 9:00 PM At Selwyn College, Auckland.
    Bruno Rubini
    Tai Chi is meditation in motion. It is a series of slow, continuous movements that promote physical and mental well being and improve coordination and balance. In this course you will learn Qigong, breathing exercises, Tai Chi Philosophy and some Tai Chi Yang style. This easy and relaxing class is an introduction to Tai Chi and Mindfulness. Read below for info. These courses usually fill with waiting lists each term - please contact the office to book places for the whole year.
    $115.00 incl. GST
  • Pottery Beginners

    Wednesday 18 February
    Eight Wednesdays, 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM At Selwyn College, Auckland.
    Matt McLean
    Interested in classes at our Auckland pottery studio? Have you ever wanted to work with clay, but not known where to start? Join our beginner pottery class and learn a range of essential clay techniques. Whether you're a complete novice or have some experience, this pottery course will help you develop key skills, including hand-building and clay molding. Come and join Matt McLean, one of New Zealand's top award-winning potters and learn a range of hand building and wheel throwing techniques.
    $320.00 incl. GST
  • Tai Chi Beginners - Levels 1, 2 & 3

    Wednesday 18 February
    Six Wednesdays, 7:30 PM - 9:00 PM At Selwyn College, Auckland.
    Bruno Rubini
    Tai Chi is meditation in motion. It is a series of slow, continuous movements that promote physical and mental well being and improve coordination and balance. In this course you will learn Qigong, breathing exercises, Tai Chi Philosophy and some Tai Chi Yang style. This easy and relaxing class is an introduction to Tai Chi and Mindfulness. Read below for info. These courses usually fill with waiting lists each term - please contact the office to book places for the whole year.
    $115.00 incl. GST
  • Floral Design: Make Your Own Kokedama

    Friday 20 February
    Two and a half hours Kings Plant Barn, 86 Lunn Avenue.
    Lorna Gardiner
    In this relaxed workshop, you’ll learn the art of creating kokedama—a beautiful Japanese style of bonsai where a plant’s roots are wrapped in a moss-covered soil ball and tied with string to form a striking living sculpture.
    $90.00 incl. GST
  • Design Your Own Food Forest

    Saturday 21 February
    3 hours, Sat 10:00 AM - Sat 1:00 PM St Johns Food Forest
    Ellen Eskildsen
    Learn how to design and create your own food forest in a suburban sized backyard, following permaculture principles. This course is held offsite in Ellen's food forest at St Johns.
    $65.00 incl. GST
  • Vinay's North Indian Saag Paneer

    Monday 23 February
    2 hours, Mon 6:30 PM - Mon 8:30 PM At Selwyn College, Auckland.
    Vinay Gupta
    Join Vinay for an evening of learning, cooking and eating. In this class, Vinay will show you how to make saag paneer with the flavours of India.
    $59.00 incl. GST
  • Flavours of Provence: A French Cooking Series

    Tuesday 24 February
    Four Tuesdays, 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM At Selwyn College, Auckland.
    June Renwick
    Discover the sun-drenched flavours of Provence in this hands-on four-week cooking series. Learn essential French techniques while creating iconic regional dishes like ratatouille, cassoulet, tapenade, crepe Suzette, vichyssoise, gougère and pissaladière.
    $195.00 incl. GST
  • Thai Cooking

    Wednesday 25 February
    Six Wednesdays, 6:30 PM - 9:00 PM At Selwyn College, Auckland.
    Si Doo
    Join us for a hands-on culinary adventure where you'll learn to create traditional Thai dishes from scratch, guided by a native Thai chef. With expert insights into the rich flavours, techniques, and cultural stories behind each dish, this class will transport you straight to the heart of Thailand’s vibrant food culture.
    $240.00 incl. GST
  • Everyday Psychology

    Wednesday 25 February
    Six Wednesdays, 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM At Selwyn College, Auckland.
    Xander Hough
    Discover the psychology behind how we think, feel, and behave—and learn practical tools you can use every day to boost resilience, improve relationships, and understand yourself and others.
    $175.00 incl. GST
  • Rock ’n’ Roll Dance Workout

    Wednesday 25 February
    Six Wednesdays, 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM At Selwyn College, Auckland.
    Linda and Mark Roberts
    Get ready to rock! Our Rock ’n’ Roll Dance class is perfect for those 40+ (but anyone feeling young at heart is welcome!) who want to get moving, have fun, and stay fit.
    $78.00 incl. GST
  • March 2026
  • Understanding Art: See More, Say More

    Monday 02 March
    Four Mondays 6:00 PM - 7:30 PM + 1 Saturday At Selwyn College, Auckland.
    Linda Tyler
    Art can feel intimidating if you haven’t studied it, but it doesn’t have to be. This four-week class provides simple and engaging strategies to help you feel more confident discussing art and will conclude with a visit to the Art Gallery to put your new skills into practice.
    $140.00 incl. GST
  • Accounting - The Basics

    Monday 02 March
    Four Mondays 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM At Selwyn College, Auckland.
    Richard Moore
    Understanding accounting concepts will help you successfully read, create and comprehend financial reporting. You will gain useful practical knowledge of accounting principles and methods. This course is designed for those new to accounting.
    $25.00 incl. GST
  • Feijoa Fun

    Tuesday 03 March
    3 hours, Tue 6:00 PM - Tue 9:00 PM At Selwyn College, Auckland.
    Tracey Sunderland
    Often wondered what else to do with these delicious fruits. Join Tracey and discover a selection of recipes to get you through the glut!
    $77.00 incl. GST
  • Crochet for Beginners

    Tuesday 03 March
    Four Tuesdays, 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM At Selwyn College, Auckland.
    Amber Dixon
    Get face to face, hands on instruction over four weeks building your skills from absolute beginner to confident crocheter! All materials are provided - just show up and learn.
    $153.00 incl. GST
  • Think Talk: Freedom of Expression

    Tuesday 03 March
    1 hour, Tue 7:30 PM - Tue 8:30 PM At Selwyn College, Auckland.
    Professor Peter Hunter will discuss the tension universities face between their duty to uphold free, open debate—even on controversial topics—and their responsibility to protect the wellbeing of staff and students in an era of increasing concern about hate speech.
    $5.00 incl. GST
  • Regenerative Gardening - Permaculture in the City

    Saturday 07 March
    3 hours, 30 minutes, Sat 9:30 AM - Sat 1:00 PM Wadhamville, St Heliers
    Amanda Warren
    Packed with hints and tips on how to grow nutrient dense food with the least amount of work harnessing nature to do the hard yards for you! Enjoy 'The Good Life' with a sumptuous homegrown, homemade morning tea. The class is held offsite at Wadhamville Garden in St Heliers and runs on Saturdays.
    $99.00 incl. GST
  • Street Stories: Capturing Life as It Happens

    Saturday 07 March
    4 hours, Sat 10:00 AM - Sat 2:00 PM Auckland CBD
    Chris Zwaagdyk
    Learn to capture the magic of everyday life in this engaging street and candid photography workshop. Over the day, you’ll explore how to use public spaces as a constant source of inspiration—training your eye to notice gestures, interactions, and fleeting moments that reveal the stories unfolding around you. (Meet at Aotea Square)
    $65.00 incl. GST
  • Taonga Toi (Artistic Treasures) - A City Walk

    Saturday 07 March
    2 hours, Sat 10:00 AM - Sat 12:00 PM Auckland
    Grayson Goffe
    Mā te kimi ka kite, mā te kite ka mōhio, mā te mōhio ka mārama! Seek and discover, discover and know, know and feel enlightened! Join us for a guided hikoi (walk) through the heart of Tāmaki Makaurau
    $50.00 incl. GST
  • Vinay's Vietnamese-Style Rice Paper Rolls

    Monday 09 March
    2 hours, Mon 6:30 PM - Mon 8:30 PM At Selwyn College, Auckland.
    Vinay Gupta
    Join Vinay for an evening of learning, cooking and eating as he helps you to make Vietnamese-style rice paper rolls, a fresh and healthy dish perfect for a light supper, lunch or a buffet spread.
    $59.00 incl. GST
  • "Hanger" Management – Managing Healthy Blood Sugar

    Monday 09 March
    2 hours, Mon 7:00 PM - Mon 9:00 PM At Selwyn College, Auckland.
    Emily Boese
    Come and learn from a qualified naturopath the top 5 things you can start today to support healthy blood sugar
    $25.00 incl. GST
  • French Pastries

    Monday 09 March
    Four Mondays, 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM At Selwyn College, Auckland.
    Tonya Seiuli
    Join our chef to learn authentic French pastries.
    $152.00 incl. GST
  • Practical AI Automation for Busy Entrepreneurs

    Monday 09 March
    Four Mondays, 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM At Selwyn College, Auckland.
    Jam Mayer
    Learn to automate repetitive tasks, streamline communications, and boost productivity using affordable AI solutions.
    $45.00 incl. GST
  • Sweet Easter Treats from Around the World

    Tuesday 10 March
    Four Tuesdays 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM At Selwyn College, Auckland.
    Tracey Sunderland
    Join us for four festive evenings of hands-on baking as you learn some beloved traditional Easter recipes, each with its own history and charm.
    $145.00 incl. GST
  • Painting Daffodils in Oils

    Saturday 14 March
    1 day, Sat 9:00 AM - Sat 4:00 PM At Selwyn College, Auckland.
    Amber Emm
    Unlock your inner artist in this one-day workshop, where you'll learn to paint a beautiful daffodil using oil paints
    $168.00 incl. GST
  • Sourdough Bread

    Saturday 14 March
    3 hours, Sat 9:00 AM - Sat 12:00 PM At Selwyn College, Auckland.
    Kristina Cope
    Sourdough bread is well known and has been loved in Europe for many centuries. Come and learn the secrets of making delicious loaves and rolls using rye and wholemeal spelt flour.
    $75.00 incl. GST
  • Calligraphy - An Introduction

    Saturday 14 March
    1 day, Sat 9:30 AM - Sat 3:30 PM At Selwyn College, Auckland.
    Margaret Woollett
    Come along and spend a day being introduced to the art of calligraphy and learn techniques to achieve beautiful lettering for stationery, invitations, signs and cards. Materials included and you'll take home a starter pack. Please note this is an adults course and is not suitable for children.
    $88.00 incl. GST
  • Introduction to Illustrator

    Saturday 14 March
    One day, 9:30 AM - 4:00 PM At Selwyn College, Auckland.
    Fiona de Gruchy
    This course is for those new to Adobe Illustrator and offers an introduction to the key concepts of Illustrator. You'll explore the main features of this powerful vector-based graphic design tool, used to produce logos, letterheads, business cards, posters, and websites. Participants should have strong computer skills. Please read more information about suitability below the course dates.
    $45.00 incl. GST
  • Microsoft Excel - Beginners

    Saturday 14 March
    Two days, Saturday & Sunday 9:30 AM - 3:30 PM At Selwyn College, Auckland.
    Kathy Skellern
    An introduction to this popular programme will lead you through how to create spreadsheets, charts, perform calculations with formulae, and analyse numerical information. Course fee $30 or $122.
    $30.00 incl. GST
  • Raranga Kete Wananga

    Saturday 14 March
    Full weekend, Saturday & Sunday 9:30 AM - 4:30 PM At Selwyn College, Auckland.
    Lisa Critchley
    Join Lisa Critchley for a holistic experience of raranga weaving in accordance and alignment with traditional indigenous practices (Tikanga and Kaupapa Māori). You'll learn the basic skills to weave a kete.
    $180.00 incl. GST
  • 105 Retirement Planning

    Saturday 14 March
    Saturday & Sunday 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM At Selwyn College, Auckland.
    Dylan Mann
    Aged 45–65+ & still working Retire once. Retire well. Plan with confidence. This course gives you the knowledge, tools, and expert strategies to design a secure lifetime income, protect yourself legally, support your family safely, and future-proof your retirement decisions.
    $40.00 incl. GST
  • A Creative Decoupage Experience – Gilded Seashells

    Saturday 14 March
    2 hours, Sat 10:00 AM - Sat 12:00 PM At Selwyn College, Auckland.
    Fabiola Morlang-Gonzalez
    Discover the beauty of transforming simple seashells into elegant, gold-accented keepsakes using the decoupage process.
    $85.00 incl. GST
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