This is a wonderful opportunity for children to be introduced to the elements of drama from a highly experienced drama teacher. June was HOD Performing Arts at Selwyn College for 24 years and instigator of the Junior Performing Arts. She is passionate about what students need to learn. Please contact the office on 5219623 for more information.

Young ones and gym bunnies need not apply! This class is designed to match the fitness levels of active older adults and those new to cardio exercise. If you are 40+ and want to improve your strength, cardiovascular health, balance, coordination and flexibility then this is the course for you. This course is held in the new dance studio. To protect this surface, street shoes can not be worn. Please wear soft leather (dance type) shoes, socks, or bare feet.

This class is designed for those who are new to pilates. It introduces students to the foundation skills of pilates breathing, pelvic floor control and isolation of muscle groups for targeted effort.

Guitar theory and practical taught in a fun environment with a blues focus. This class is aimed at total beginner guitar players. BYO guitar.

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 the Level 2 class. Read below.

Travel back through time for this four part historical overview of Ancient Greece. This informative and captivating course will cover four periods of Ancient Greek history with a focus on Athens including early Greece (1600-600 BC), the Archaic period, the Classical period and the Hellenistic Period.

Come to a place within that is a calm, centred presence and discover stillness, simplicity and contentment. Based on yogic practices these classes will include breath awareness with a series of simple and very gentle movements to encourage mindfulness, support healing, relaxation and breath-body-mind connection.

Further explore aspects of traditional Yoga including: breathing, meditation and deep relaxation, and learn more challenging postures. The Monday night class is a 1 1/2 hour class for 9 weeks during the school terms 1, 3 and 4. Term 2 is an 8 week course. The Wednesday night class is a 1 hour class only for 9 weeks for all terms.

This seven week course will help you focus in on the world of abstract painting and allow you to create your own abstract artworks.

Rooted in fine arts and illustration and taking inspiration from fashion, this drawing course will teach fundamental skills in drawing the human body.

The next level. You have already completed Beginners Levels 1 and 2 and are familiar with verbs and the basics of grammar.

Learn how to create your own design by altering an existing pattern. At the first lesson, we will discuss your design ideas and look at suitable pattern options on-line. You will then purchase the pattern to alter and tailor.

The rules for successful wealth creation start with cashflow security but also follow basic economic rules that are easy to learn and follow. In this course we will consider issues such as tax structures, investments, Kiwisaver, estate planning, risk and reward, shares and property. You will leave the course with the knowledge to make informed financial decisions.

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. Read below dates for more information. The first three upcoming courses are visible. To see later course dates, click 'show more'.

Kia ora. This course is for those new or relatively new to Te Reo Māori and Māori culture. Please read below the course dates for course commitments. Only the first three upcoming courses show below. To see all upcoming courses, click the 'SHOW MORE' button. Full courses with waiting lists may have been removed from the website.

Winter is definitely the time for warm, comforting soups. In this hands-on cooking class you'll learn how to make a variety of delicious, nutritious and easy-to-prepare soups that are June's family favourites.

For those who have completed our Woodworking for Beginners, this Next Step course will advance your skills through making a bedside table.

If you have attended Master's Blues Guitar Beginners course you will have learned the structure of 12 Bar Blues and will now be able to play through both in Open Chord progression, and also in the familiar 'Chunka-Chunka' 2 note power chord.

¿Hablas Español? ¿Necesitas practicar tu español? Si quieres mejorar tu español...ven a este curso que lo vas a pasar fenomenal.

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. Each courses has 8 classes of one and a half hours. Please read below the course dates for full information.

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. Registrations are not available via the website. Please contact the office to enrol. 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.

This workshop will be held at the Auckland Domain.

Kia ora. This course is for those new or relatively new to Te Reo Māori and Māori culture. Please read below the course dates for course commitments. Only the first three upcoming courses show below. To see all upcoming courses, click the 'SHOW MORE' button. Full courses with waiting lists may have been removed from the website.

Do you find it hard to make the time to do something just for YOU! These three hour classes held on Sunday afternoons during term time are an opportunity for you to relax, learn something new and meet other people who also live busy lifestyles. So, join Astar, leave the kids at home, forget about the housework, don't worry about dinner - instead, get creative with crafting, while chilling, meeting others and having a glass of wine. Join whichever sessions take your fancy. Scroll down for more information.

Continue learning about the fascinating Chinese language and culture.

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. $130 per couple.

A foundation level German course which will teach you vocab, pronunciation and the basics of grammar. It is optional but recommended that you purchase 'Living German' by RW Buckley".

Wanting to create great photos for Facebook and Instagram or a blog? Join Ian and learn how to take fabulous food photos.

Bring 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! $130 per couple.

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. Read below dates for more information. The first three upcoming courses are visible. To see later course dates, click 'show more'.

Drawing on the culinary influence of Morocco, Tunisia and Algeria, this workshop celebrates the shared feast. Felicity will demonstrate a variety of recipes which you'll get to savour.

Learn 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 literacy.

For many, being able to communicate effectively is a learned skill rather than an innate ability. This course teaches you how to establish rapport and connect with others, skills that will improve relationships as well as provide you with confidence in both your working and personal lives.

Are you disappointed with the photos you get using the programmed modes on your DSLR? This course will teach you how to control the images you take and be in control of your camera rather than the camera controlling you. Great techniques and professional tips are taught with a very understanding and patient teacher.

Come and learn how to revive your small garden, your patio and your pots for the changing seasons. Autumn session and Spring sessions available.

Bring your own cake base and come and learn the basics of decorating.

In this seafood skills workshop you will learn to cook a variety of June's favourite, innovative fish recipes, an dhow to fillet and prepare fish. You'll visit a local fish retailer to distinguish types of fish and how to purchase them. This will be a busy hands-on day as we will visit a fish shop and then back to Selwyn College to start cooking.

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.

An intensive weekend IELTS preparation course to help you prepare for your IELTS test. You will learn strategies and test conditions across all four disciplines - speaking, reading, listening and writing. Ideal for those who are unable to do a week day course or an 8 week evening course. Registration via our office - info@selwycomed.school.nz.

A follow on workshop for those who have already attended an English Improve Your Pronunciation Skills - Part 1 workshop.

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

An introduction to this popular programme will lead you through how to create spreadsheets, charts, perform calculations with formulae, and analyse numerical information.

Make your trip to Spain, Latin America or South America more enjoyable by learning helpful phrases and vocabulary before you go.