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  • February 2026
  • Watercolours - An Introduction

    Monday 09 February
    Six Mondays 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM At Selwyn College, Auckland.
    Andrew Ockleston
    A beginner level watercolour class. All materials are included and you'll take home your own starter watercolours kit.
    $168.00 incl. GST
  • Ukulele : The Next Step

    Monday 09 February
    Eight Mondays 7:30 PM - 9:00 PM At Selwyn College, Auckland.
    Bean Derham
    Grow your range of chords and strumming patterns on the ukulele with a range of fun songs Please note this is a beginner - developing level class therefore not suitable for advanced players.
    $120.00 incl. GST
  • Stretch and Flex

    Tuesday 10 February
    Eight Tuesdays 5:00 PM - 6:00 PM Selwyn College, Auckland.
    Maithê (Bella) Bellangero
    Once a week come along and be guided through full body stretch exercises to release tense muscle groups, let go of stress, recharge and relax.
    $104.00 incl. GST
  • Pilates for Everyone

    Tuesday 10 February
    Eight Tuesdays, 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM At Selwyn College, Auckland.
    Sandra Harding Smith
    This eight week class incorporates both beginner and continuing levels in a friendly, easy-going general mat class. For those who are completely new to Pilates and feel they would benefit from a term of foundational Pilates, we hold Pilates for Beginners classes too.
    $100.00 incl. GST
  • The Artist's Way

    Tuesday 10 February
    Six Tuesdays, 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM At Selwyn College, Auckland.
    Ashley Ruth Stirling
    Get ready to engage, discover, and recover your creative self! “The Artist’s Way” by Julia Cameron is considered by many to be THE guidebook to higher creativity. This course is suitable for everyone who wishes to increase their creativity in ANY field.
    $175.00 incl. GST
  • Pilates - Beginners

    Tuesday 10 February
    Eight Tuesdays, 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM At Selwyn College, Auckland.
    Sandra Harding Smith
    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.
    $100.00 incl. GST
  • Sewing - Next Steps

    Tuesday 10 February
    Eight Tuesdays, 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM At Selwyn College, Auckland.
    Karen Balmer
    This 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.
    $180.00 incl. GST
  • Painting with Acrylics

    Wednesday 11 February
    Eight Wednesdays 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM At Selwyn College, Auckland.
    Ekaterina Dimieva
    Learn to paint with acrylic paints. This practical course is aimed at people with little or no previous experience, as well as at those who have painted with acrylics before. All materials included.
    $195.00 incl. GST
  • Yin Yoga

    Wednesday 11 February
    Eight Wednesdays, 6:30 PM - 8:00 PM At Selwyn College, Auckland.
    Elena Heinrihsone
    Have you tried Yin Yoga? If you’re tired, perhaps struggling to manage stress or anxiety, craving energy, or perhaps overstimulated with a busy mind, it might just be the answer. Yin Yoga is the gentle side of a yoga practice, passive with supported postures and targeting the deeper connective tissues: ligaments, joints and fascia. Resting between postures to feel the Rebound allows us to return to our centre, our balance and find the inner stillness that is available to us all.
    $135.00 incl. GST
  • Drawing for Beginners

    Wednesday 11 February
    Six Tuesdays 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM At Selwyn College, Auckland.
    Sally Barron
    Join us for a practical introduction to drawing with pencil, charcoal and ink. Tutor Sally will break it down into simple steps to get your started with drawing.
    $154.00 incl. GST
  • Microsoft Excel - Beginners

    Wednesday 11 February
    Five Wednesdays 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM At Selwyn College, Auckland.
    Kathy Skellern
    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.
    $30.00 incl. GST
  • Pattern Alteration and Design

    Wednesday 11 February
    Eight Wednesdays 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM At Selwyn College, Auckland.
    Karen Balmer
    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. Suitable for those with some sewing skills.
    $180.00 incl. GST
  • Woodworking for Beginners

    Wednesday 11 February
    Eight Wednesdays 7:00PM - 9:00PM At Selwyn College, Auckland.
    Konrard Wojak
    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.
    $215.00 incl. GST
  • Waiata Māori

    Wednesday 11 February
    Eight Wednesdays 7:30 PM - 9:00 PM At Selwyn College, Auckland.
    Eda Tang
    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
    $30.00 incl. GST
  • March 2026
  • Painting Daffodils in Oils

    Saturday 14 March
    1 day, Sat 9:00 AM - Sat 4:00 PM At Selwyn College, Auckland.
    Amber Emm
    Unlock your inner artist in this one-day workshop, where you'll learn to paint a beautiful daffodil using oil paints
    $168.00 incl. GST
  • Microsoft Excel - Beginners

    Saturday 14 March
    Two days, Saturday & Sunday 9:30 AM - 3:30 PM At Selwyn College, Auckland.
    Kathy Skellern
    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.
    $30.00 incl. GST
  • Alcohol Ink Blooms

    Saturday 14 March
    4 hours, Sat 10:00 AM - Sat 2:00 PM At Selwyn College, Auckland.
    Kavita Lamba
    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.
    $95.00 incl. GST
  • Sewing for Beginner/Intermediate: Make a Kimono-Style Robe

    Saturday 14 March
    Two days, Saturday and Sunday 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM At Selwyn College, Auckland.
    Karen Balmer
    This course is for those new to sewing and will teach fundamental sewing skills. You will leave with your own kimono-style robe.
    $145.00 incl. GST
  • Watercolours - An Introduction

    Saturday 14 March
    One day, 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM At Selwyn College, Auckland.
    Andrew Ockleston
    A beginner level watercolour class. All materials are included and you'll take home your own starter watercolours kit.
    $125.00 incl. GST
  • Solo Travel for Women - Explore the World Fearlessly

    Sunday 15 March
    Sunday 9:30 AM - 3:30 PM At Selwyn College, Auckland.
    Sharon McLean
    In this workshop we'll discuss why you should consider travelling alone, and give you lots of tips to make this possible.
    $92.00 incl. GST
  • The Art of Kintsugi

    Sunday 15 March
    2 hours, Sun 9:30 AM - Sun 11:30 AM At Selwyn College, Auckland.
    Ema Frost
    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.
    $165.00 incl. GST
  • Plant-Based Cooking with Aaron Brunet - Everyday Meals

    Sunday 15 March
    1 day, Sun 10:00 AM - Sun 4:00 PM At Selwyn College, Auckland.
    Aaron Brunet
    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.
    $165.00 incl. GST
  • April 2026
  • Sewing for Children 9 - 12 Years

    Monday 13 April
    1 day, Mon 9:00 AM - Mon 4:00 PM At Selwyn College, Auckland.
    Karen Balmer
    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. Bring your lunch.
    $106.00 incl. GST
  • Yoga @ Remuera

    Thursday 30 April
    Ten Thursdays 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM St Marks Church Hall
    Lynn Oram
    Tone and revitalise your whole body at your own pace. Focus on correct breathing, flexibility, yoga and relaxation. This course is held offsite at St Mark's Church Hall in Remuera. These courses usually fills with waiting lists each term - if you would like to book in the whole year, with payment closer to the course start, please contact the office.
    $162.00 incl. GST
  • May 2026
  • Ukulele for Beginners

    Monday 04 May
    Eight Mondays 6:00 PM - 7:30 PM No class 1st June At Selwyn College, Auckland.
    Bean Derham
    Be the life of the party and learn the ukulele! Learn basic chords, strumming patterns and tab reading by playing along with new songs each week. BYO ukulele and singing. No musical experience required.
    $120.00 incl. GST
  • Basic Computing Skills

    Monday 04 May
    Six Mondays 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM (no class on 1st June) At Selwyn College, Auckland.
    Kathy Skellern
    Are you feeling left behind with computers? Are you lacking confidence dealing with email? Join this small group and our patient and kind computing teacher Kathy will teach you the basics of using a PC. Course fee $35 or $165.
    $35.00 incl. GST
  • Intro to Woodworking: Design and Build Your Own Piece

    Monday 04 May
    Eight Mondays 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM (no class on 1st June) At Selwyn College, Auckland.
    Robin Paulson
    Bring your ideas to life! Join Robin’s practical woodworking course where you’ll choose and build your own project. Learn planning, design, tool skills, and workshop safety in a supportive, hands-on environment. Beginners welcome!
    $190.00 incl. GST
  • Sewing For Beginners

    Monday 04 May
    Eight Mondays 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM (no class 1st June) At Selwyn College, Auckland.
    Karen Balmer
    Always wanted to learn to sew? Come along to this fun class and make your own tote bag and apron (for evening classes) or tote bag and hat (for weekend classes) 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.
    $218.00 incl. GST
  • Watercolours - The Next Step

    Monday 04 May
    Six Mondays 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM (no class 1 June) At Selwyn College, Auckland.
    Andrew Ockleston
    A follow on course for those who have completed our beginners course or already have basic watercolour painting skills.
    $140.00 incl. GST
  • Stretch and Flex

    Tuesday 05 May
    Eight Tuesdays 5:00 PM - 6:00 PM Selwyn College, Auckland.
    Maithê (Bella) Bellangero
    Once a week come along and be guided through full body stretch exercises to release tense muscle groups, let go of stress, recharge and relax.
    $104.00 incl. GST
  • Pilates for Everyone

    Tuesday 05 May
    Eight Tuesdays 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM At Selwyn College, Auckland.
    Sandra Harding Smith
    This eight week class incorporates both beginner and continuing levels in a friendly, easy-going general mat class. For those who are completely new to Pilates and feel they would benefit from a term of foundational Pilates, we hold Pilates for Beginners classes too.
    $100.00 incl. GST
  • Arabic Beginners

    Tuesday 05 May
    8 Tuesdays, 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM At Selwyn College, Auckland.
    Ahilla Fares
    An introduction to Standard Arabic which is understood widely throughout all the Arabic speaking countries.
    $155.00 incl. GST
  • Creating a Visual Journal

    Tuesday 05 May
    Four Tuesdays, 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM At Selwyn College, Auckland.
    Ashley Ruth Stirling
    Want to learn how to keep a visual diary? The possibilities are endless with Visual Journaling – as varied as your days and as boundless as your art! Learn how with Ashley.
    $130.00 incl. GST
  • History of Art in Ancient Mexico

    Tuesday 05 May
    Eight Tuesdays, 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM At Selwyn College, Auckland.
    Paloma Mora Guerrero
    Join us for an exploration of the captivating cultures that flourished in Mexico before the arrival of the kingdom of Spain. In this course, the students will learn to identify the most important cities and developments in the territory. The course will start with the origins of civilisation up to the year 1521, marked by the fall of Tenochtitlan.
    $98.00 incl. GST
  • Pilates - Beginners

    Tuesday 05 May
    Eight Tuesdays, 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM At Selwyn College, Auckland.
    Sandra Harding Smith
    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.
    $100.00 incl. GST
  • Sewing - Next Steps

    Tuesday 05 May
    Eight Tuesdays 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM At Selwyn College, Auckland.
    Karen Balmer
    This 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.
    $180.00 incl. GST
  • Abstract Painting

    Wednesday 06 May
    Eight Wednesdays 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM At Selwyn College, Auckland.
    Ekaterina Dimieva
    This course will introduce you to the world of abstract painting and allow you to create your own abstract works. If you already have some experience, you will be able to extend your painting skills. The course fee includes all materials.
    $195.00 incl. GST
  • Yin Yoga

    Wednesday 06 May
    Eight Wednesdays, 6:30 PM - 8:00 PM At Selwyn College, Auckland.
    Elena Heinrihsone
    Have you tried Yin Yoga? If you’re tired, perhaps struggling to manage stress or anxiety, craving energy, or perhaps overstimulated with a busy mind, it might just be the answer. Yin Yoga is the gentle side of a yoga practice, passive with supported postures and targeting the deeper connective tissues: ligaments, joints and fascia. Resting between postures to feel the Rebound allows us to return to our centre, our balance and find the inner stillness that is available to us all.
    $135.00 incl. GST
  • Drawing with Colour: Expanding Basic Skills with Pastels and Watercolour Pencils

    Wednesday 06 May
    Six Wednesdays 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM At Selwyn College, Auckland.
    Sally Barron
    Take your drawing skills to the next level in this course. Explore the vibrant world of colour, incorporating pastels and watercolour pencils in your drawings to enhance your artwork and create depth, mood, and harmony in your compositions.
    $154.00 incl. GST
  • Microsoft Excel Continuation

    Wednesday 06 May
    Four Wednesdays 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM At Selwyn College, Auckland.
    Kathy Skellern
    Following 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 or $98.
    $25.00 incl. GST
  • Pattern Alteration and Design

    Wednesday 06 May
    Eight Wednesdays 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM At Selwyn College, Auckland.
    Karen Balmer
    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. Suitable for those with some sewing skills.
    $180.00 incl. GST
  • Woodworking for Beginners

    Wednesday 06 May
    Eight Wednesdays 7:00PM - 9:00PM At Selwyn College, Auckland.
    Konrard Wojak
    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.
    $215.00 incl. GST
  • Waiata Māori

    Wednesday 06 May
    Eight Wednesdays 7:30 PM - 9:00 PM At Selwyn College, Auckland.
    Eda Tang
    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
    $30.00 incl. GST
  • Block Printing on Fabric and Paper

    Saturday 16 May
    1 day, Sat 9:00 AM - Sat 4:00 PM At Selwyn College, Auckland.
    Lesley Pearce
    Join textile artist Lesley on this fun workshop and learn how to create your own wooden printing blocks and explore ways to transfer your creativity onto a surface of either paper or fabric.
    $128.00 incl. GST
  • iPhone Photography - Weekend Workshop

    Saturday 16 May
    5 hours, Sat 9:00 AM - Sat 2:00 PM At Selwyn College, Auckland.
    Ian Eng
    This weekend option is for all iPhone cameras. Ideal for beginners or anyone who wants to create amazing photos – portraits, selfies, still life, landscapes, architecture, food, close-ups and more.
    $67.00 incl. GST
  • Sewing For Beginners

    Saturday 16 May
    Two days, Saturday and Sunday 9:30 AM - 4:30 PM At Selwyn College, Auckland.
    Karen Balmer
    Always wanted to learn to sew? Come along to this fun class and make your own tote bag and apron (for evening classes) or tote bag and hat (for weekend classes) 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.
    $218.00 incl. GST
  • Basic Computing Skills

    Saturday 16 May
    Two days, Saturday & Sunday 9:30 AM - 3:30 PM At Selwyn College, Auckland.
    Kathy Skellern
    Are you feeling left behind with computers? Are you lacking confidence dealing with email? Join this small group and our patient and kind computing teacher Kathy will teach you the basics of using a PC. Course fee $35 or $165.
    $35.00 incl. GST
  • Action Painting (Abstract Expressionism)

    Saturday 16 May
    1 day, Sat 10:00 AM - Sat 4:00 PM At Selwyn College, Auckland.
    Ekaterina Dimieva
    Join EK on this introduction to action painting. Have a fun day completing an artwork. All materials are provided, including paints, quality paper and a large canvas.
    $115.00 incl. GST
  • Alcohol Ink Blooms

    Saturday 16 May
    4 hours, Sat 10:00 AM - Sat 2:00 PM At Selwyn College, Auckland.
    Kavita Lamba
    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.
    $95.00 incl. GST
  • Mosaics: Create a Mosaic Bird Bath

    Saturday 16 May
    Weekend workshop, Saturday 10AM to 4PM and Sunday 9AM to 12PM At Selwyn College, Auckland.
    Joanne Luker
    Come and learn how to create your own bird bath or patio bowl using recycled, beautiful, broken china, tiles and found objects.
    $142.00 incl. GST
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