This course is designed as an introduction to the DSLR camera. Bring your own camera.

Learn to utilise Pivot Tables to summarise data and streamline the process of formatting and displaying the results. Who should enrol: the experienced Excel user who wants to go beyond the basics with a special focus on analysing large tables of data or databases using Excel's Pivot Tables. You will already be confidently preparing charts and tables and using a range of formulae and functions. More details below course dates.

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.

Saturday 6 April 2019 9:30am - 3:30pm or Saturday 29 June 2019 or Saturday 17 August 2019. For Intermediate to Advanced level English learners.

This course is for those completely new to Adobe Photoshop and offers an introduction to the key concepts of Photoshop and how to digitally manipulate images. The objective of this course is to give the participants a basic understanding of Photoshop and the potential that Photoshop offers. Strong general computer skills are needed. Please read more information about suitability below the course dates.

Special enrolment offer for June 2019 - Bring a friend at no additonal charge. When you enrol two folks online on one order, you'll only be charged for one, saving $90.

Grief takes many forms. It may be the loss of a partner; dealing with divorce; loss of a job; living with an ill family member; moving into retirement; or living with your own illness. This course will use creative activities as a way of understanding grief and assisting you to connect with yourself and regain some strength and clarity.

Through a combination of demonstration and hands-on experience, our chef tutor will instruct you in the precise art of cutting, filleting, deboning, carving, selection, handling, sharpening and preservation of knives to give you the professional touch in the kitchen. Course fee includes $20.00 for ingredients.

Learn to make whimsical, stunning or functional jewellery by knitting with coloured wire and adding beads and other decorative findings. This June 2019 course has a special enrolment offer: enrol two students online on one order and you'll be charged for only one. Save $95.

Come and learn how to create a cake that has the WOW factor! Naked cakes have no outside layer of icing allowing you to show off the delicious layers and fillings inside and create amazing toppings. All ingredients included.

Join Shelley Simpson for this specialised portrait drawing course which includes all materials and some live model sessions.

Always wanted to learn to sew? Come along to this fun weekend workshop and make your own tote bag and apron while learning the basics of sewing. Please contact the office directly for last-minute registrations.

Create your own masterpiece to enhance your garden or interior spaces. The soft stone sculpture is one of the most accessible mediums to work with as ideas can be quickly realised and easily modified. Includes sculpting block. Courses run 11am - 4pm.

Join chef Prateek to learn how to produce a mouth-watering cafe-style brunch. Learn then eat and enjoy. All ingredients included within course fee ($20)

Make elaborate, plaited Jewish loaves and buns while learning about their religious and historical significance. While the breads are baking, we’ll make authentic Jewish salads and Gehakte Leber, a rich creamy Eastern European paté, and learn about the significant Jewish feasts and celebrations. Course fee includes $15.00 for ingredients.

Special offer June 2019: Enrol two students online on one order and you'll be charged for only one. That's two for the price of one!

Explore the use of winter flowers and foliage to brighten up your home.

Come to this workshop for an introduction to permaculture and how to apply the principles to your garden.

Special offer for June 2019 course: Enrol two students online on one order and pay for only one. Save $45. This discount will apply automatically when you enrol online.

A guided paper collage course to extend your creativity and develop concepts in a supportive learning environment.

Make your next trip more enjoyable by learning some French before you go. This course is designed for those new, or relatively new, to French language.

Be part of the movement to reduce plastic waste! Join Kimberly in the kitchen where she will show you how to make your own reusable beeswax food wraps - a beautiful alternative to plastic cling film. Course fee includes $10.00 for materials.

This 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 $15.00 for ingredients for both days.

Join Nonavee in the sewing room for this crafting workshop where you'll create your own puppet.

Children's art workshop.

Ever played Mario on Play-Doh or Piano on Bananas? Alligator clip the internet to your world using Makey Makey, an innovative electronic circuit board which replaces the conventional computer keyboard.

Kids - learn how to make beeswax wraps to use instead of cling film. Reduce the amount of plastic waste created in your home. Tutor Kimberly will show you how. Course fee includes $10.00 for materials.

The second in the series of school holiday cooking courses will give young students the opportunity to build on skills acquired in the first course. For children aged 8 to 12 years. Course fee includes $15.00 for ingredients.

Have you ever wanted to make your own skit, vlog, short film or music video? Come and learn the basics of visual storytelling and filmmaking from preproduction, filming and the editing process. For students who have previously attending, there will be some new challenges and the chance to go further in depth to an area of interest. Suitable for children aged 11 to 14 years.

Come and have fun with Karen and learn the basics of hand sewing and using a sewing machine. For children 9 - 12 years. Materials included.

Tone and revitalise your whole body at your own pace. Focus on correct breathing, flexibility, yoga and relaxation. Please note that Orakei Community Centre is no longer available for us to hold these classes. Please see below course dates for information on current venues.

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 course is suitable for total beginners and those with a little experience. Please wear comfortable clothing that permits movement. Places are limited on this course so please enrol prior to attending to ensure a space is available. Fridays 12:30 - 2 PM at the Orakei Community Centre. For Term 1 only - Session 1 from 11.30 AM to 1 PM.

64 hour IELTS Preparation course

A creative, open-ended class focused on experimenting with different art-making processes - all the while having loads of fun! All materials included. Suitable for 6 - 12 year olds.

Stay fit and have some fun with this class. Classes comprise mat work, simple dance steps to great music and barre work. This is a barefoot class as it is held on a sprung floor giving a 'softer' feel and absorbing the impact. Please bring a yoga mat with you.