- July 2025
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English Pre-Intermediate Day
Monday 28 July48 hours (16 classes). Course fees $35 - $470 plus books.$35.00 incl. GST -
Tai Chi Intermediate - Levels 1 & 2
Monday 28 JulyTai 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.$93.00 incl. GST -
Tai Chi Beginners - Levels 1, 2 & 3
Monday 28 JulyTai 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.$110.00 incl. GST -
English Conversation Club Pre-Intermediate Day
Monday 28 July32 hours (16 classes). Course fee $290. Free for some students.Free Course for some students -
English Conversation Club Pre-Intermediate Day
Monday 28 July32 hours (16 classes). Course fee $290. Free for some students.Free Course for some students -
English Intermediate Day
Tuesday 29 July24 classes, Tuesdays & Wednesdays & Thursdays 9:15 AM - 11:15 AM At Selwyn College, Auckland.48 hours (24 classes). Course fee $35 - $470 plus books.$35.00 incl. GST -
English Intermediate Day
Tuesday 29 July24 classes, Tuesdays, Wednesdays & Thursdays, 9:15 AM - 11:15 AM St Heliers, Auckland48 hours (24 classes). Course fee $35 - $470 plus books.$470.00 incl. GST -
English Upper Intermediate Day
Tuesday 29 July24 classes, Tuesdays & Wednesdays & Thursdays 9:15 AM - 11:15 AM At Selwyn College, Auckland.48 hours (24 classes). Course fee $30 - $465 plus books.$35.00 incl. GST -
English Conversation Club Intermediate Day
Tuesday 29 July32 hours (16 classes). Course fee $290 and free for some students.Free Course for some students -
English Conversation Club Upper Intermediate Day
Tuesday 29 July16 classes, Tuesdays & Thursdays 12:00 PM - 2:00 PM At Selwyn College, Auckland.Course fee $290 or free for some students.Free Course for some students -
Tai Chi Intermediate - Levels 1 & 2
Tuesday 29 JulyTai 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.$93.00 incl. GST -
Database Fundamentals and Software Design with Microsoft Access
Tuesday 29 JulyLearn how to use Microsoft Access to build a simple system from database design through to data entry forms and reports. Course fee $50 - $155.$50.00 incl. GST -
Tai Chi Beginners - Levels 1, 2 & 3
Tuesday 29 JulyTai 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.$93.00 incl. GST -
Tai Chi Intermediate - Levels 1 & 2
Wednesday 30 JulyTai 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.$93.00 incl. GST -
Tai Chi Beginners - Levels 1, 2 & 3
Wednesday 30 JulyTai 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.$93.00 incl. GST -
English: Grammar Revision & Practice
Thursday 31 JulyFor learners with Upper Intermediate to Advanced English skills who need practice of grammar for improved fluency.$15.00 incl. GST - August 2025
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Xero Web Based Accounting: Getting Started
Monday 04 AugustLearn how to set up your business in Xero. Get familiar with the Dashboard and basic Xero functions. Students will need their own Xero log on and should have basic computer and business literacy. Course fee $60 - $148.$60.00 incl. GST -
Meditative Art
Tuesday 05 AugustUsing drawing, painting and crafts come and explore how to connect and express yourself in a creative way. You don't need to have any artistic talent or prior knowledge! All materials are provided.$135.00 incl. GST -
Salsa and Bachata Dancing for Beginners
Wednesday 06 AugustBring your dance partner and experience an introduction to salsa and bachata dancing: enjoy the rhythm of these Latin dances. Learn some easy moves and impress on the dance floor! Special price: $140 per couple.$70.00 incl. GST -
Ballroom and Latin Dancing for Beginners
Wednesday 06 AugustBring 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: $140 per couple.$70.00 incl. GST -
Principles of Small Garden Design
Tuesday 12 AugustCreate the best from your small courtyard or garden and create another room for modern living.$75.00 incl. GST -
Basic Soap-Making Workshop
Saturday 16 AugustIn this three hour workshop, you will learn the basics of soap-making and have a chance to make your own soap from scratch, using oils that you can buy in the supermarket.$65.00 incl. GST -
Communicating Compassionately (based on Non-Violent Communication)
Saturday 16 AugustIt is so easy to slip into unhelpful ways of communicating when we are under stress or tension. We can blame, shame, accuse, nag, demand and judge others and ourselves. Learn some life changing tools to help connect you to yourself and the people around you with authenticity, compassion and clarity, in a way that can meet both your needs and their needs.$45.00 incl. GST -
Microsoft Excel - Beginners
Saturday 16 AugustAn 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 - $120.$30.00 incl. GST -
Sewing - Next Steps
Saturday 16 AugustThis course is for those who have already completed Sewing for Beginners or have basic sewing skills. We'll start by making an A-line or pencil skirt, or simple pants.$156.00 incl. GST -
Abstraction and Pattern
Saturday 16 AugustJoin EK on this introduction to abstraction using pattern and repetition. Have a fun day completing an artwork. All materials are included including paper and paints and a large canvas.$105.00 incl. GST -
Creative Writing - Reality as a Source of Inspiration and Information
Saturday 16 AugustCreative Writing - Lies, disguise and camouflage: Reality as a source of inspiration and information for the fictionally challenged! Join Judith White for a stimulating approach to creative writing.$220.00 incl. GST -
Floral Design: Dried Floral Arrangements
Saturday 16 AugustDried flowers are experiencing huge revival in the fields of interior design and even weddings. In this class you will use dried flowers to create a dried floral wreath, as well as learning the basics of drying flowers.$95.00 incl. GST -
Pottery Beginners
Saturday 16 AugustSaturday & Sunday 10 AM - 4:30 PM & glazing session Saturday 30 Aug 10 AM - 1 PM At Selwyn College, Auckland.Have you ever wanted to work with clay, but not known where to start? Come and learn a range of skills that you can later adapt to fulfil your creative ideas. This course, designed for beginners or relative beginners, teaches hand building skills in a structured way. It is essential to attend the first two evening classes or the first weekend day to learn foundational skills. Do you want us to email you when new courses are scheduled? Click on "Let me know about future course dates".$310.00 incl. GST -
Words and Watercolours - A Day of Poetic Art
Saturday 16 AugustUse words and watercolours to express feelings and emotions which arise from consideration of nature.$105.00 incl. GST -
Writing Romance
Sunday 17 AugustHave you always wanted to write a romance novel but didn’t know where to begin? This course will take you from start to finish, with either a one-day workshop or an evening course over six weeks.$120.00 incl. GST -
Accounting - The Basics
Monday 18 AugustUnderstanding 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 -
Corner to Corner Crochet
Tuesday 19 AugustUnlock the cozy and creative world of Corner to Corner (C2C) crochet in this hands-on course, suitable for those confident with a range of stitches (more below). Over four weeks, you'll master the C2C technique, learn how to read C2C patterns, and expertly manage colour changes. The step-by-step guidance ensures you'll confidently tackle increases, decreases, and colour changing techniques specific to C2C. Each two-hour session builds towards completing your very own C2C crochet pillow.$120.00 incl. GST -
Microsoft Excel Continuation
Tuesday 26 AugustFollowing on from the Excel for Beginners course, this intermediate level course takes your Excel skills to the next level. You will learn more formulae, some awesome tips for working with multiple worksheets, advanced printing, sorting, filtering and more. These topics will really improve your productivity and save you lots of time. Course fee $25 - $98.$25.00 incl. GST - September 2025
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Introduction to Beekeeping
Saturday 06 SeptemberJoin experienced apiculture teacher Greg Harrington for this intensive introduction to beekeeping. You'll leave this course with enough knowledge to manage your own beehive including queen rearing and how to split a hive.$169.00 incl. GST -
Resin Jewellery
Saturday 06 SeptemberExplore the awesomeness of resin with jewellery artist Maca Bernal. Learn how to make your own utterly unique resin jewellery incorporating pigments and glitters.$78.00 incl. GST -
The Art of Kintsugi
Saturday 06 SeptemberCome and learn this beautiful and healing Japanese art that uses gold or silver-coloured glues to bring together pieces of a broken pottery item and at the same time enhance the breaks.$165.00 incl. GST -
Drawing for Beginners Workshop
Saturday 06 SeptemberDuring this one day course you will learn to feel confident using basic art materials to create your own style of drawing. All materials provided.$90.00 incl. GST -
Ex-Voto Painting - The Mexican Art of Gratitude
Saturday 06 SeptemberLearn to explore and create these indigenous paintings of gratitude used in Mexico for centuries to offer thanks to the saints for recoveries from misfortune.$98.00 incl. GST -
Floral Design: Fresh Spring Blooms
Saturday 06 SeptemberUse the season's freshest flowers to shape a posy with texture and balance.$95.00 incl. GST -
Furoshiki Elegance: Create Your Own Monogrammed Fabric Pouch for Gift-Giving or Keepsakes
Saturday 06 SeptemberWith a nod to the concept of Japanese Furoshiki wrapping, join Karen on this one-day workshop to create your your own beautiful fabric pouch using natural fibres which can be either gifted or used for keepsakes.$98.00 incl. GST -
Producing Vegetables and Fruit from Small Gardens
Saturday 06 SeptemberWe all want to grow the freshest, healthiest and juiciest vegetables and fruit but the cost of setting up and growing can be off-putting. This workshop will take you through all the simple tricks to save costs beginning with planters and gardens to what is the most cost effective soil to use and on to how to collect your own seed and propagate your own plants. Cost need not be a barrier to producing great vegetables and fruit from your own garden.$53.00 incl. GST -
Lampshade Making
Saturday 06 SeptemberProduce your own stunning fabric lampshade in one short workshop. Equipment and a frame are supplied, just bring your own fabric. More details below course dates.$117.00 incl. GST -
Microsoft Excel Continuation
Sunday 07 SeptemberFollowing on from the Excel for Beginners course, this intermediate level course takes your Excel skills to the next level. You will learn more formulae, some awesome tips for working with multiple worksheets, advanced printing, sorting, filtering and more. These topics will really improve your productivity and save you lots of time. Course fee $25 - $98.$25.00 incl. GST -
Aspiring Young Cooks (8 - 12 Years)
Monday 22 SeptemberThis school holiday course will give young students the opportunity to learn cooking skills in a fun and safe environment. For children aged 8 to 12 years. Course fee includes $32.00 for ingredients.$149.00 incl. GST -
Sewing for Children 9 - 12 Years
Monday 22 SeptemberCome and have fun with Karen and learn the basics of hand sewing and using a sewing machine. For children 9 - 12 years. Materials included. Bring your lunch.$106.00 incl. GST -
Cooking for Teens (13 - 16 Years)
Thursday 25 SeptemberJoin Nichole for foundation cooking skills these school holidays.$149.00 incl. GST -
Beautiful Feather Earrings from Recycled Bicycle Tubes
Saturday 27 SeptemberJoin waste warrior Ronja Schipper (AKA re:purpose Ronja) in this fun workshop, crafting a pair of earrings and a necklace from discarded bicycle inner tube.$52.00 incl. GST -
Raranga Kete Wananga
Saturday 27 SeptemberJoin 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.$160.00 incl. GST -
Sewing For Beginners
Saturday 27 SeptemberAlways wanted to learn to sew? Come along to this fun class and make your own tote bag and apron (or tote bag and hat) while learning the basics of sewing. Bring your own material etc. Two patterns are prepared and supplied by the teacher. A charge for this is included within the course fee. This course is offered as either an evening or weekend course. Read below for more details.$209.00 incl. GST