Enrolment Eligibility

Our courses are available for all adults to attend.  

Students younger than 16 years old can attend most courses as long as they have a fee paying adult attending the same course with them.

For further clarification please contact the Coordinator on 022 3650558 or [email protected]

A-Z - All Our Courses

AI: Getting started

Tutor/Facilitator: Carolyn Bates
1 Saturday - 15 March from 9am to 4pm

Want to learn more about AI (Artificial Intelligence)? Come along to this introductory session where we will introduce new ways to help you work smarter (not harder). This session is aimed at anyone with no AI experience. You will use a range of on-line / real-time applications to generate text specific for your needs, plus generate images and videos to enhance your text. Basic computer skills would be helpful, but are not essential. BYOD is encouraged or school computers will be available.

Fees: NZ$95

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ART: Acrylic Painting & Multi-Drawing Medium

Tutor/Facilitator: Ian Hulston
6 Tuesday nights - Starts on 11 February from 6:30-9pm

Learn basic drawing skills using pencils, charcoal and watercolour pencils. Create colourful graphic images with both oil pastels or soft pastels. Paint with Acrylics to portray images using a watercolour glaze technique or use thick Impasto Acrylic paint like oils. Students will need to purchase their own acrylics and brushes at approximately $30.

Fees: NZ$135

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BAKING

Tutor/Facilitator: Micaella Turner
4 Tuesday evenings - Starting on 11 February

Come and learn to make some delicious baked treats! Cupcakes, cakes, slices, scones, bread… it’s up to you! Come along with some ideas on what you’d like to learn and we can decide together what we will bake the following weeks! Gluten free options not available in this course.

Fees: NZ$135 - Fee includes ingredients, bring containers to take baking home in

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BAKING WITH YEAST

Tutor/Facilitator: Mandy Keen
1 Saturday

Learn to bake yeasted products: Focaccia Bread, Cinnamon Rolls and Homemade Pizza. Some mixers available, however if you can bring a 'Stand Mixer' (like Kenwood/Kitchen Aid/ Breville etc) please do.

Fees: NZ$115 - fee includes ingredients, bring a container to take samples home

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BIBLE DISCOVERY COURSE

Tutor/Facilitator: Mark O'Grady
4 Monday evenings - Starts on 10 February from 7 - 8:30pm

The Bible is the best selling book of all time. This is a non denominational introduction to the Bible for anyone interested in this unique book. It explores the origin and history of the Bible, its authorship, reliability in textual transmission and translation accuracy. We examine Biblical inspiration, what the overall message of the the Bible is, whether Jesus Christ was a real person and explore some keys to make reading the Bible easier.

Fees: NZ$60

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BOLLYWOOD DANCE FITNESS: Tuesday

Tutor/Facilitator: Vinod Kumar
8 Tuesday nights - Starts 11 February from 5:30-6:30pm

Bollywood Dance is a combination of traditional and modern free style dancing with exciting music, which is choreographed to get the full benefit of dancing as well as helping to shape and tone your body. This is suitable for any age group and improves your flexibility and stamina.

Fees: NZ$80
Fees: NZ$60 - same person taking second fitness class in same term

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CHEESE MAKING: Halloumi & Ricotta

Tutor/Facilitator: Alexis Murti
1 Saturday morning - On 22 March from 9am-12pm

You make the cheese at this intensely practical DIY 'hands-in' workshop because the key to good cheese making is knowing how the cheese should look and, most importantly, how it should feel at different points in it's creation. During this three hour hands-on workshop, you will be guided through the cheese making process while you make your own Halloumi and Ricotta which you will be able to take home and show off at the end!

Fees: NZ$115 - fee includes ingredients, bring a container to take cheese home

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CHUTNEY AND JAM MAKING

Tutor/Facilitator: Mandy Keen
2 Wednesday evenings - 19 and 26 March from 6 - 9pm

Do you have a glut of Zucchini, or a bag of frozen strawberries that you need to use? Learn how to make your own preserves from preparing the produce to bottling. Bring clean jars with lids. Please advise via email if you have access to home grown fruit or vegetables: [email protected]

Fees: NZ$110 - Bring clean jars and lids

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CREATE YOUR CAREER ACTION PLAN

Tutor/Facilitator: Dr Sherrie Lee
1 Saturday morning - 15 March from 10am - 12pm

Understand the key components of career planning and job hunting. -Create a 90 second pitch to introduce yourself to others. - Learn how to explore or create opportunities - Create your own career action plan. Participants bring a laptop or tablet and writing material to take notes.

Fees: NZ$25 - Bring a laptop/tablet and writing material for note taking

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CREATE YOUR CAREER ACTION PLAN

Tutor/Facilitator: Dr Sherrie Lee
1 Thursday evening - 13 March from 7 - 9pm

Understand the key components of career planning and job hunting. -Create a 90 second pitch to introduce yourself to others. - Learn how to explore or create opportunities - Create your own career action plan. Participants bring a laptop or tablet and writing material to take notes.

Fees: NZ$25 - Bring a laptop/tablet and writing material for note taking

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CROCHET FOR RELAXATION: Beginner Course

Tutor/Facilitator: Monique Lubberink
4 Tuesday Nights - Starts on 11 February from 7-9pm

Crochet is an activity that settles your mind and is relaxing too. Crochet and the repetitive movements help the brain make more serotonin, which helps to decrease feelings of depression. Learn to crochet by making little projects (a flower keychain, bracelet and granny squares). Learn about different stitches and notations and how to read patterns & diagrams. Crochet is a relaxing and fun craft to learn, you can make awesome things for yourself or join a community craft group and crochet for a cause!

Fees: NZ$75

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CROCHET FOR RELAXATION: Intermediate

Tutor/Facilitator: Monique Lubberink
4 Tuesday Nights - Starts on 11 March from 7-9pm

If you have been to Monique's beginner class or already know how to crochet then come along and extend your skills with new projects.

Fees: NZ$75

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Defensive Driving March

Tutor/Facilitator: Grant Morgan
4 sessions - 10th, 12th, 17th and 19th March - Starts on 10th March from 4 - 6pm

Improve your driving skills, steer clear of danger and/or reduce your time on a restricted licence. This covers the theory and practical parts of the course. It is essential that participants attend all 4 theory sessions and the practical driving assessment, which will be arranged with the instructor during the theory sessions.

Fees: NZ$240 - includes theory and practical sessions

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EMOTIONAL HEALTH: What We Need for Lives That Thrive

Tutor/Facilitator: Michael Keith
6 Tuesday nights, 7 - 8:30pm - Starts on 11 February

Meeting our emotional needs, plays a vital role in our overall wellbeing. This practical course offers a coherent and empowering approach to taking charge of our mental health. We explore our core emotional needs (eg: attention, security, control, connection) and the inborn guidance systems we sue to meet them. We look at how stress develops when emotional needs are not met or unsuitably met, and its links with anxiety and depression. We explore how applying this knowledge can help shape effective and fulfilled lives.

Fees: NZ$85 - Please bring a notebook

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Flower Arranging for Beginners

Tutor/Facilitator: Debbie Nguon
6 Tuesday nights - Starting on 11 February from 7 - 9pm

Learn the basic elements and principles of design and all that is needed to create a beautiful table arrangement, hand tied posy, symmetrical design and more. Students will be advised which flowers and greenery to bring each night.

Fees: NZ$115

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FUTURE PROOFING YOUR HOME OR INVESTMENT PROPERTY

Tutor/Facilitator: Jackie Thomas-Teague
1 evening - 20 February from 6:30 - 9pm

Are you looking to make your property more comfortable year-round, save on energy and watercosts, improve health, increase resilience and reduce your environmental impact? Join us for an insightful course led by enviro-focused renovator, investor and Property Manager, Jackie Thomas-Teague.

Fees: NZ$30

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Gagana Samoa for Everyone

Tutor/Facilitator: Filipo Siaki
8 Wednesday nights - Starts on 12 February from 6:30 - 8:30pm

Samoan Language is amazingly easy to learn. Learn to understand and use familiar Samoan everyday expressions. Learn about the culture of Samoa. A condition of enrolment on this course is that you will attend at least 80% of the sessions. The first time you enrol, you'll need to provide your National Student Number (NSN) or, if you don't have one, email a copy of your passport or birth certificate as proof of your NZ citizenship or residency to [email protected].

Fees: NZ$75

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Google Docs: an introduction

Tutor/Facilitator: Carolyn Bates
1 Saturday - 29 March from 9am - 4pm

Learn the basics of Google Docs and how this free application can help you produce professional looking documents. We will cover getting started, how to customise your work, plus how to allow others to contribute to your documents. Basic computer skills would be helpful, but are not essential. BYOD or school computers will be available.

Fees: NZ$95

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Guitar: Beginner & Intermediate

Tutor/Facilitator: Don Franks
8 Wednesday nights - Starts on 12 February from 7-9pm

This course will show beginners how to form basic chords and use them to accompany a range of songs. Students will learn several different strums and a simple but effective finger picking technique. Bring your own guitar. Intermediate students will work on the same material, but learning and using more advanced playing methods. You will have at least one hour tutor contact time with beginners and intermediate split into different sessions on the first night.

Fees: NZ$135

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HOT CROSS BUN DIY

Tutor/Facilitator: Mandy Keen
1 Saturday

Learn how to make your own Hot Cross Buns from scratch. Some mixers available, however if you can bring a 'Stand Mixer' (like Kenwood/Kitchen Aid/ Breville etc) please do.

Fees: NZ$90 - fee includes ingredients, bring a container to take samples home

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IMPROV THEATRE

Tutor/Facilitator: Finn McKinlay
8 Monday evenings - Starts on 10 February from 7 - 9pm

Create your own skits, scenes and theatrical moments in seconds! Learn the skill of Improv Theatre, gain the confidence to speak and perform in front of others and have fun making things up with other people Open to complete beginners as well as experienced improvisers.

Fees: NZ$130

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INDIAN COOKING: Traditional

Tutor/Facilitator: Manjula Patel
4 Monday nights - Starts 10 February from 6-8pm

Make quick nutritious meals with heaps of flavour. Recipes include Spicy Gobi Bhajis (fried cauliflower) Madras Chicken curry( rich coconut curry) Different Dhals and Breads for any occasion

Fees: NZ$135 - Fee includes ingredients

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ITALIAN COOKING: 1

Tutor/Facilitator: Micaella Turner
4 Tuesday nights - Starts on 11 February from 7-9pm

Learn to prepare a range of delicious Italian dishes, make your own pasta and sauces and an Italian dessert. Please bring a pasta machine if you have one, some will be provided. If you have dietary requirements please contact us to confirm that we can accommodate your needs, before you enrol.

Fees: NZ$135 - Fee includes ingredients

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LANDLORDS MASTERCLASS

Tutor/Facilitator: Jackie Thomas-Teague
2 Sundays - 9 & 16 March, 10am - 3pm

If you are a landlord, you’ve faced a lot of changes. This class will help you sharpen up your performance as a landlord so you are getting the best from your property investment AND being a great landlord to your tenants. Jackie Thomas-Teague is an experienced landlord, property manager, teacher, and recognised in the Rent Skills Highly Commended category 2023 (formerly ‘Landlord of the Year’) and will help you deal with tricky areas, things you don’t enjoy, or are not confident about, as well as making sure you are meeting all your obligations. This is a safe environment to talk about all things landlord-related, so no matter your experience and skill level, you are bound to get something valuable out of it, and have fun doing it. Jackie welcomes questions before class so she can tailor the content to match your specific needs’.

Fees: NZ$110

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LANDSCAPING DESIGN

Tutor/Facilitator: Yvette Michalska
6 Thursday evenings - Starting 20 February from 6:30 - 8:30pm

Every garden has the potential to be beautiful! In this course you will design the garden of your dreams, no matter what your gardening experience or drawing abilities. Focusing on the most important aspect - landscaping- you will confidently create a garden design to suit your style while also putting what you need into the right place.

Fees: NZ$125 - includes graph paper for planning

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MEDITATION - AN INTRODUCTION

Tutor/Facilitator: Kim Chamberlain
1 Saturday morning - 22 March from 9:30 - 11:30

This course offers a simple introduction to Meditation, covering: What is Meditation? What are the benefits? Simple techniques for entering a meditative state Two guided meditations The tutor will bring a few meditation pyramids for those who would like the experience of sitting within one while meditation. Please bring a cushion if you would like to try this. There will also be a short discussion about mindfulness and about channelling and how it could help with meditation. No prior meditation experience if required, just an open mind and a willingness to explore. Your tutor, Kim Chamberlain offers a range of spiritual services including meditation, channelling and spiritual readings.

Fees: NZ$25

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METAL JEWELLERY: Beginner

Tutor/Facilitator: Kristelle Plimmer
1 Sunday - On 2 March from 10am-4pm

Making silver rings and things…..learn a range of jewellery making techniques including forming, shaping, soldering, texturing, sawing, filing and finishing. The emphasis is on practical skills leading to finished items of jewellery. The silver for a ring and a bangle is included in the course costs as is copper to practice with, saw blades, solder etc. Silver to make additional items can be purchased at a reasonable price. All tools are provided. No previous experience necessary. We will be working with hot metal and tools so workshop clothing and covering footwear please; no open shoes, slides, sandals or jandals allowed. This is for your safety in the workshop.

Fees: NZ$180 - Includes materials for ring and bangle

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METAL JEWELLERY: Set in Stone

Tutor/Facilitator: Kristelle Plimmer
1 Sunday - On 23 June from 10am - 4pm

You’ve made a ring and a bangle so how do you extend your skills? Stone setting is one of the most fun things you can do in a jewellery workshop – it’s a little bit magic, a little bit precision and one of the best ways to grow your skills. This is a one-day class where your creativity and all the techniques you learnt previously come together. We will be making a stone setting, and developing this into a finished piece, a ring or a pendant, and wearing it home. Silver, stones and cords are included in the course costs as is copper to practice with, saw blades, solder etc. All tools are provided. You must have completed the Beginners workshop to undertake this class. Returning students welcome. We will be working with hot metal and tools so workshop clothing and covering footwear please; no open shoes, slides, sandals or jandals allowed. This is for your safety in the workshop.

Fees: NZ$180 - includes some silver

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Musical Keyboard Skills:

Tutor/Facilitator: Jean Hollier
8 Monday nights - Starts on 10 February from 6:30-8:30pm

Learn to use the musical keyboard. One hour individual and group tuition plus practice time using the schools' electronic keyboards. Usually split into 2 groups with start times of either 6.30 or 7.30pm. Please bring your own headphones.

Fees: NZ$130

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New Zealand Sign Language: Level 1A

Tutor/Facilitator: Tania Ali
8 Tuesday nights - Starts 11 February from 5.30 - 7.30pm

For those who want an introduction to NZ Sign Language then join this beginner class. Units 1-3 will be covered. A condition of enrolment on this course is that you will attend at least 80% of the sessions. The first time you enrol, you'll need to provide your National Student Number (NSN) or, if you don't have one, email a copy of your passport or birth certificate as proof of your NZ citizenship or residency to [email protected]

Fees: NZ$75

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New Zealand Sign Language: Level 1B (Monday)

Tutor/Facilitator: Tania Ali
8 Monday nights - Starts 10 February 5.30 - 7.30pm

This course is for those who have already completed units 1-3 ie 16 hours of NZ Sign Language . It covers units 4-6 A condition of enrolment on this course is that you will attend at least 80% of the sessions. The first time you enrol, you'll need to provide your National Student Number (NSN) or, if you don't have one, email a copy of your passport or birth certificate as proof of your NZ citizenship or residency to [email protected]

Fees: NZ$75

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Orchestra

Tutor/Facilitator: Samuel Berkahn
32 Monday nights - Starts 11 February from 7:30-9:30pm

The Tawa Orchestra is a community orchestra that attracts players of all ages and walks of life. No audition required – minimum standard Grade V. You will learn the dynamics of being part of a full orchestra including rehearsal techniques, sectionals, and performance. The Tawa Orchestra will perform at least 2 concerts throughout the year and may include collaborations with other community groups and visiting artists. New members can join at any time. Inquire about the fee if you are starting during the year. There will be 2 concerts during 2025 - dates to be confirmed.

Fees: NZ$250

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OVERLOCKER BASICS

Tutor/Facilitator: Nina Smith
1 Sunday - 16 March 9am - 4pm

Learn to use your overlocker. Learn a range of techniques and how to troubleshoot on your machine.

Fees: NZ$95 - Bring your own overlocker or book a school machine

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PILATES: (Wednesday morning)

Tutor/Facilitator: Barbara Wefers
8 Wednesday mornings - Starts 12 February from 9:30-10:30am

This class is held at the Tawa Community Centre in Oxford Street. Pilates is a blend of physical and mental workouts helping you to increase your flexibility and core strength, and improve your posture. This class is suitable for all levels.

Fees: NZ$80
Fees: NZ$60 - same person taking second fitness class in same term

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Pilates: Beginner (Thursday)

Tutor/Facilitator: Barbara Wefers
8 Thursday nights - Starts 13 February 2024 from 6 - 7pm

Pilates is a blend of physical and mental workouts helping you to increase your flexibility and core strength, and improve your posture. The course is suitable for beginners and those who have not done an exercise programme before.

Fees: NZ$80
Fees: NZ$60 - same person taking second fitness class in same term

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PILATES: Beginner (Wednesday)

Tutor/Facilitator: Barbara Wefers
8 Wednesday nights - Starts on 12 February 6 - 7pm

Pilates is a blend of physical and mental workouts helping you to increase your flexibility and core strength, and improve your posture.

Fees: NZ$80
Fees: NZ$60 - same person taking second fitness class in same term

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PILATES: Intermediate (Monday)

Tutor/Facilitator: Barbara Wefers
8 Monday nights - Starts 10 February from 7 - 8pm

Pilates is a blend of physical and mental workouts helping you to increase your flexibility and core strength, and improve your posture. The course is suitable for those who have done a Pilates class before.

Fees: NZ$80
Fees: NZ$60 - same person taking second fitness class in same term

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POTTERY: Hand Building - beginner (April)

Tutor/Facilitator: Linda Savell & Jackie Haddow
9 Tuesday nights - must attend 3rd June - Starts 15 April 2024 from 7-9:30pm

Introduction to hand building with clay. Techniques covered are pinch pots, coils, slab work and glazing. It should be noted that glazing will be done on the 3rd June so it is important that students are able to attend on that evening as there are no alternative opportunities to glaze work. We will all be using the same clay. Clay, firing costs, and glazing materials are extra. Please bring $60 materials deposit payable in cash to the tutors on the first night. (This fee is an estimate only as clay costs and firing fees can change at short notice. Some students may not use all this deposit however productive students may be required to pay more) This class is held at Gear Homestead Woolshed Potters rooms, Gear Homestead, Okowai Road Porirua and is for ADULTS ONLY.

Fees: NZ$235

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POTTERY: Hand Building Beginner (Feb)

Tutor/Facilitator: Linda Savell and Jackie Haddow
9 Tuesday nights - must attend 25th March - Starts on 4 February 2024 from 7-9:30pm

As of 17/12 there is 1 place left in this course. Introduction to hand building with clay. Techniques covered are pinch pots, coils, slab work and glazing. It should be noted that glazing will be done on 25th March so it is important that students are able to attend on that evening as there are no alternative opportunities to glaze work. We will all be using the same clay. Clay, firing costs, and glazing materials are extra and will vary depending on how productive you are. Please bring $60 materials deposit payable in cash to the tutors on the first night. (This fee is an estimate only as clay costs and firing fees can change at short notice. Some students may not use all this deposit however productive students may be required to pay more) This class is held at Gear Homestead Woolshed Potters rooms, Gear Homestead, Okowai Road Porirua and is for ADULTS ONLY.

Fees: NZ$235

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POTTERY: Hand Building Beginner and Intermediate

Tutor/Facilitator: Jackie Haddow & Linda Savell
9 Tuesday nights - Must attend 12th August - Starts on 24 June from 7-9:30pm

For beginner and those who have already completed a Hand Building class and wish to extend their skills. Techniques covered are pinch pots, coils, slab work and glazing. It should be noted that glazing will be done on the 12th August so it is important that students are able to attend on that evening as there are no alternative opportunities to glaze work. We will all be using the same clay. Clay, firing costs, and glazing materials are extra and will vary depending on how productive you are. Please bring $60 materials deposit payable in cash to the tutors on the first night. (some students may not use all this deposit however productive students may be required to pay more) This class is held at Gear Homestead Woolshed Potters rooms, Gear Homestead, Okowai Road Porirua and is for ADULTS ONLY.

Fees: NZ$235

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POTTERY: Wheel work for beginners (February)

Tutor/Facilitator: Anne Glennie
8 Monday nights - Must attend 31 March - 3 February - 31 March 2025 from 7- 9:30pm

**THIS COURSE IS NOW FULL** This class is an introduction to throwing clay on a pottery wheel. Students learn to centre clay on the wheel and the basics of throwing the foundation shapes of cylinders and bowls. Please note that glazing will be done on the final week,31 March, so it is essential that students can attend on that evening as there are no alternative opportunities to glaze work. The costs for clay, firing and glazing materials are extra and will vary depending on how much a student makes. Please bring $60 materials deposit payable in cash to the tutor on the first night. Some students may not use all of this deposit however productive students may be required to pay more. This class is held at Gear Homestead Woolshed Potters clubrooms, Gear Homestead, Okowai Road Porirua and is for ADULTS ONLY.

Fees: NZ$235

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POTTERY: Wheel Work Intermediate (July)

Tutor/Facilitator: Anne Glennie
8 Monday nights - must attend 1 September - 14 July - 1 September 2024 from 7-9:30pm

**THIS COURSE IS NOW FULL** Must have done a previous intermediate course or 2 beginner classes or have equivalent throwing experience. The aim of the course is to extend students who can already centre and throw a basic cylinder, and will provide tuition to begin making pieces that are larger and with more complex shapes, such as vases, jugs, pots with lids and types of serving dishes. Please note that glazing will be done on the final week, so it is essential that students can attend on that evening as there are no alternative opportunities to glaze work. The costs for clay, firing and glazing materials are extra and will vary depending on how much a student makes. Please bring $60 materials deposit payable in cash to the tutor on the first night. Some students may not use all this deposit however productive students may be required to pay more. This class is held at Gear Homestead Woolshed Potters clubrooms, Gear Homestead, Okowai Road Porirua and is for ADULTS ONLY.

Fees: NZ$235

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POTTERY: Wheelwork for Beginners (April)

Tutor/Facilitator: Anne Glennie
8 Monday nights - must attend 30 June - 28 April - 30 June 2025 from 7-9:30pm

**THIS COURSE IS NOW FULL** This class is an introduction to throwing clay on a pottery wheel. Students learn to centre clay on the wheel and the basics of throwing the foundation shapes of cylinders and bowls. Please note that glazing will be done on the final week, 30 June. so it is essential that students can attend on that evening as there are no alternative opportunities to glaze work. The costs for clay, firing and glazing materials are extra and will vary depending on how much a student makes. Please bring $60 materials deposit payable in cash to the tutor on the first night. Some students may not use all this deposit however productive students may be required to pay more. This class is held at Gear Homestead Woolshed Potters clubrooms, Gear Homestead, Okowai Road Porirua and is for ADULTS ONLY.

Fees: NZ$235

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REIKI HEALING: Level 1

Tutor/Facilitator: Barbara Wefers
4 Tuesday nights - Starts on 11 February from 7-9pm

Reiki is an energy healing technique that promotes relaxation, reduces stress and anxiety through gentle touch. Reiki practitioners use their hands to deliver energy to your body, improving the flow and balance of your energy to support healing.

Fees: NZ$80

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REIKI HEALING: Level 2

Tutor/Facilitator: Barbara Wefers
4 Tuesday nights - Starts on 11 March from 7-9pm

For those who wish to continue this course and have completed level 1.

Fees: NZ$80

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SELF DEFENCE: Krav Maga(Age 15+)

Tutor/Facilitator: Peter Kani
1 Saturday afternoon - On 22 March from 12noon -3pm

This 3 hour workshop is aimed at an introductory level and will introduce participants to the IKMF Krav Maga civilian self-defence curriculum through delivering easy to learn techniques and building confidence in using them. Students will leave the course with the ability “to do something, rather than nothing” when confronted with a dangerous or violent situation. Students will learn: - Principles of developing a self-defence mindset - Use of controlled aggression as a tool to counter violence - Key considerations (practical, psychological and legal) when defending oneself. - Basic, uncomplicated and effective strikes for self-defence. - Intuitive/reflexive blocking and deflection techniques. - Use of ‘common objects’ as self-defence tools. - Preventions and releases against some common problems

Fees: NZ$60

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Sewing for Beginners

Tutor/Facilitator: Janet Barnes
8 Thursday nights - Starts on 13 February from 6.30 - 8.30pm

This class is for people who are wanting to gain confidence with a sewing machine. And those just starting can work through a project making a shopping bag to introduce them to the sewing machine and sewing techniques.A condition of enrolment on this course is that you will attend at least 80% of the sessions. The first time you enrol, you'll need to provide your National Student Number (NSN) or, if you don't have one, email a copy of your passport or birth certificate as proof of your NZ citizenship or residency to [email protected]

Fees: NZ$75

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SEWING KNIT GARMENTS (Simple)

Tutor/Facilitator: Joyce Tam
2 Saturdays - 15 & 22 March 9am - 3:30pm

Want to make knit garments but feeling unsure of all the unknowns involved? This course will provide you with the opportunity to launch into sewing knits with confidence. Delivered over 2 consecutive Saturdays this course will enable you to develop understanding of the process of making a knit garment of your choice. During class, you will be guided through cutting out, prepping pieces to sew, seaming your garment with the overlocker and finishing hems, necklines and other edges. There will be many useful sewing tips and tricks sprinkled throughout the class also. Recommended to choose one of the following styles to make: Sweatshirt, Simple T-Shirt, Leggings, Sweatpants No styles that require a zip, buttons & buttonholes or other closures. If unsure about suitable style (or if you have any queries regarding course or course materials please contact the tutor via Tawa College Community Education coordinator. Some overlockers are available to use during the course or bring your own. Please let us know if you need to use a school machine so that it can be booked in advance .

Fees: NZ$150 - BYO Overlocker, please book a school one if you need it

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Sewing: Intermediate

Tutor/Facilitator: Joyce Tam
8 Monday nights - Starts on 10 February from 6:30-8:30pm

The class will cater for intermediate sewers. All students will be helped, shown techniques and short cuts. Bring pattern, material & sewing kit, current sewing project, or idea to the first lesson.

Fees: NZ$135

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TAI CHI KUNG FU FAN 1

Tutor/Facilitator: Mercedes Godinez
8 Wednesday evenings - Starts on 12 February from 6.30 - 7.30pm

This Fan form is very popular in Asean countries early morning exercise in the park. It is a gift from Chinese culture and a jewel to last for a very long time. This is an active form. Just right for active people. You learn to use the Fan and your body together. You learn as a group and learn to move together. It is visually quite a party activity. Learning is a challenge initially, but going past the challenge it is exhilarating and very enjoyable. It is healthy for those who need to move their legs, arms and body more. It helps you keeping your mind present in each moment in the fan form. Helps you have a moment to yourself and find peace. Come and learn. These Lessons will be at the group's pace. Everyone will be provided with a Fan to borrow or buy.

Fees: NZ$80
Fees: NZ$60 - second fitness class taken in the same term

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TAI CHI: Beginner

Tutor/Facilitator: Mercedes Godinez
8 Tuesday nights - Starts on 11 February 6:45-7:45pm

Tai Chi is an exciting, fun, exercise for your body and mind. This is the art and exercise that the Chinese have been practicing to keep healthy. flexible, balanced, active, sociable and youthful.

Fees: NZ$80
Fees: NZ$60 - same person taking second fitness class in same term

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TAI CHI: Intermediate

Tutor/Facilitator: Mercedes Godinez
8 Tuesday nights - Starts 11 February from 7.45 - 8.45pm

This is for those who had taken the Beginners Taichi course for two terms and would like to improve, refine and develop their physical knowledge about taiChi. This class will concentrate on contemporary hand forms. Taichi is an exciting, fun, exercise for your body and mind.This is the art and exercise that the Chinese have been practicing to keep healthy. flexible, balanced, active,sociable and youthful. For those who have attended Tai Chi before this is an opportunity to extend your skills and knowledge.

Fees: NZ$80
Fees: NZ$60 - same person taking second fitness class in the same term

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Ukulele: Beginners & Intermediate

Tutor/Facilitator: Don Franks
8 Tuesday nights - Starts on 11 February from 7-9pm

This course will show beginners how to form basic chords and use them to accompany a range of songs. Students will learn several different strums to suit slow, medium and faster tunes. Intermediate students will be able to learn new ways to get the best out of your ukulele Bring your own ukulele. You will have at least one hour tutor contact time with beginners and intermediate split into different sessions on the first night.

Fees: NZ$135

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Upholstery

Tutor/Facilitator: Raewyn Dawe
6 Saturday mornings - Starts 22 February from 9.30am - 12.30pm

Learn how to revitalise your furniture using equipment you already have at home. Sewing skills are essential. Please note the size of your project will determine how much homework you need to do it get it completed, but come and learn what you need to do to refresh your furniture.

Fees: NZ$185

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VEGAN / VEGETARIAN COOKING - an Introduction

Tutor/Facilitator: Mandy Keen
4 Wednesday evenings - From 6.30 - 8.30pm, starting 12 February

This class, taught by a vegan catering chef, will equip students with knowledge to shop for and prepare nutritious, wholesome, inexpensive food that is fully vegan.

Fees: NZ$135 - fee includes ingredients, bring a container to take food samples home

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VIETNAMESE COOKING

Tutor/Facilitator: Ha Nguyen
4 Thursday nights - Starts on 13 February from 6-8pm

These dishes can be enjoyed for any meal and will be taught by a Vietnamese chef with a passion for authentic cooking. The menu will include dishes such as savoury pancakes, wraps, rolls noodle soups and rice noodle salads. (This course is not suitable for vegetarians)

Fees: NZ$140 - Includes Ingredients, bring a container to take food samples home

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VIETNAMESE COOKING - More Tastes

Tutor/Facilitator: Ha Nguyen
4 Thursday evenings - Starts on 13 March from 6 - 8pm

Fees: NZ$140 - fee includes ingredients, bring a container to take food samples home

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VIETNAMESE COOKING - More Tastes

Tutor/Facilitator: Ha Nguyen
4 Thursday evenings - Starts on 13 March from 6 - 8pm

This course will include different recipes to the Vietnamese Cooking course. Dishes will depend on seasonal availability of ingredients but likely to be lemongrass chicken rice, salad, beef PHO, new wraps and rolls.

Fees: NZ$140 - fee includes ingredients, bring a container to take food samples home

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WOODWORK: Skills & Projects (Tuesday)

Tutor/Facilitator: Gary Beecroft
8 Tuesday nights - Starts on 11 February from 7-9pm

Learn wood working skills using hand tools and the type of power tools found in the home. Choose your own project at your level of ability and learn skills while completing the project. You provide your own materials. No recycled timber allowed. This course will be held at the Tawa Menz Shed Davies St, Tawa.

Fees: NZ$180

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WOODWORK:Skills & Projects (Thursday)

Tutor/Facilitator: Gary Beecroft
8 Thursday nights - Starts on 13 February from 7-9pm

Learn wood working skills using hand tools and the type of power tools found in the home. Choose your own project at your level of ability and learn skills while completing the project. You provide your own materials. No recycled timber allowed. This class will be held at the Tawa Menz Shed in Davies St Tawa.

Fees: NZ$180

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XERO: BASICS (Sunday)

Tutor/Facilitator: Carolyn Bates
1 Sunday - On Sunday 16 March from 9am-4pm

In this course learn about this web-based accounting package which is growing rapidly in use in the small business sector. This is a beginner course in Xero but you are expected to have some accounting knowledge.

Fees: NZ$95

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XERO: Next steps

Tutor/Facilitator: Carolyn Bates
1 Sunday - On 30 March from 9am-4pm

This course is for those who wish to learn about Payroll or have already attended Xero Basic (attendance of the Basic course is not essential). You will increase your Xero skills, with a focus on Payroll and Reporting. Accounting knowledge is not required, but basic computer skills are essential.

Fees: NZ$95

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Yoga: Beginner (Thursday)

Tutor/Facilitator: Barbara Wefers
8 Thursday nights - starts on 13 February from 7 - 8pm

Graduated yoga postures to enhance health and develop and maintain muscle/joint flexibility. Breath awareness and control and relaxation for stress release.

Fees: NZ$80
Fees: NZ$60 - same person taking second fitness class in the same term

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YOGA: Beginner (Wednesday)

Tutor/Facilitator: Barbara Wefers
8 Wednesday nights - Starts on 12 February from 7 - 8pm

Graduated yoga postures to enhance health and develop and maintain muscle/joint flexibility. Breath awareness and control and relaxation for stress release.

Fees: NZ$80
Fees: NZ$60 - same person taking second fitness class in the same term

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ZENTANGLE ® Method

Tutor/Facilitator: Monique Lubbernick
1 Saturday - On 22 March from 10am-4pm

The Zentangle® Method is an easy-to-learn, relaxing, and fun way to create beautiful images by drawing structured patterns. Fee includes a materials pack.

Fees: NZ$105 - Includes materials pack

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ZUMBA - Nuny's Fitness Dance

Tutor/Facilitator: Carla Villarreal
8 Monday evenings - Starts on 10 February from 5:30 - 6:30pm

Zumba Fitness dance combines dance and exercise, reducing stress while enjoying great music and positive vibes. Sweat, smile and feel amazing with every move!

Fees: NZ$80
Fees: NZ$60 - same person taking second fitness class in same term

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