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.

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.

For those who have attended our Te Reo Introduction 1 course. Continue learning Te Reo and Te Ao Māori. Please contact the office if you are new to our programme. 80% attendance required. To find out when future courses are scheduled, register your interest via the link below.

Property prices have recently dropped. The rules have changed, lending rules, bright line tests, healthy homes rules, ring fencing of income and REA regulations rules just to name a few. It is now more important than ever to understand how to get the best possible sale price for a home in difficult times.

Learn how to use AI tools like ChatGPT, Perplexity, Gemini and NotebookLM to support three key skills: learning new topics, doing better research and writing more clearly. This course shows you how to understand information based on your learning style, summarise long documents, explore topics in depth with reliable sources, and use AI to draft, rewrite or refine your writing. It’s a practical workshop built for everyday learners, professionals and anyone wanting to make sense of information more easily.

A step-by-step class where you will learn to draw, measure and assemble a simple project. Gain confidence in using machinery, knowledge and characteristics of wood, different cuts, joins and techniques. Read the full course description on our website for information about the project and the materials you should bring.

Wind down by learning waiata Māori from the traditional sort to those of Rob Ruha. At the pace of the class we will learn the kupu (words), the rangi (tune and harmonies) and actions for waiata-a-ringa (action songs). A great way to destress and socialise. No musical experience required. Course fee $30 or $120. No class on Monday 27th October 2025

For those who have attended our Te Reo Introduction 1 course. Continue learning Te Reo and Te Ao Māori. Please contact the office if you are new to our programme. 80% attendance required. To find out when future courses are scheduled, register your interest via the link below.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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)

Unlock your inner artist in this one-day workshop, where you'll learn to paint a beautiful daffodil using oil paints

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Discover the beauty of transforming simple seashells into elegant, gold-accented keepsakes using the decoupage process.

Unleash your creativity and explore the vibrant world of alcohol ink in this hands-on four hour workshop! In Alcohol Ink Blooms, you'll learn the techniques to create stunning florals, landscapes, and even abstract designs using the dynamic and colourful medium of alcohol ink.

This course is for those who can already use an espresso machine confidently, and now want upskill milk and pouring.

Come and learn how to create simple, professional designs that look great on social media and feel right for your business. Course fee $40 or $80.

Learn how to turn your backyard into a productive garden full of healthy, nutritious fruit, vegetables snd herbs for your family. You will learn about how to start, with soil preparation, plant selection, propagation using permaculture ideas. This course is held offsite at Ellen's food forest in St Johns, Auckland.

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

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.

This course is for those new to sewing and will teach fundamental sewing skills. You will leave with your own kimono-style robe.

A beginner level watercolour class. All materials are included and you'll take home your own starter watercolours kit.

Produce 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.

Learn this 19th century photographic printing process, also known as shadowgraphs or blue-prints, which can be used to create fine art prints, cards or bespoke books.

In this workshop we'll discuss why you should consider travelling alone, and give you lots of tips to make this possible.

Come 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.

Curious about AI but don't know where to start? In this short course for beginners, you will discover which A.I. tools work for you through hands-on exploration. You'll test-drive the top AI assistants (ChatGPT, Claude, Gemini, Perplexity), creative and productivity tools for both personal and professional use.

Through a combination of online learning and hands-on practice, learn about espresso and learn to make popular espresso coffees. A course fee subsidy applies for permanent residents of NZ (conditions apply).

Using traditional methods and also modern machinery participants will get to create a Rei Niho (whale's tooth) pendant.

Personal colour analysis is an investment in yourself and your future. Confidence comes from wearing the colours that enhance you and truly suit your own unique personal colouring. Learn how in this group workshop.

This workshop will give you an overview of digital marketing including channels, funnels, audience demographics and behaviour. You will learn how to create an online persona and start your own digital journey.

Discover the secrets of baking the classic fluffy Japanese sponge cake and learn techniques for frosting and decorating your cake, with expert baker, Yu.

Join Masterchef NZ 2013 winner Aaron Brunet to make and taste delicious, satisfying plant-based meals that everyone will enjoy. Suitable for those on vegan diets. Gluten-free.

Join Liz Mitchell, one of New Zealand’s leading bespoke couture designers, for an inspiring workshop exploring the art of wet felting. Under Liz’s expert guidance, you’ll create a personalised textile piece using soap, water, fibre, and agitation to transform fabric scraps into something entirely new.

Join this one day course and learn how to use pen, watercolours and pencil to create your own personal travel journal.

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.

For children 8 - 12 years old.

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 $35.00 for ingredients.

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 $35.00 for ingredients.