Most courses are offered in the classroom. Zoom courses are clearly identified (next available zoom course Thursday 21 October*). 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.

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 below course dates for information about the project. Bring your own materials (information below).

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 course has between 4 and 8 classes of one and a half hours (varies each term). Please read below the course dates for full information.

Continue your Te Reo and Te Ao Maaori studies. This is a continuation course for those who have successfully completed our Intro Level 1 and Beginners Level 2 courses. If you have not previously studied Te Reo at Selwyn Community Education, please contact the office. New course dates will be added to suit demand.

For those who have attended our Introduction to Te Reo course. Continue learning Te Reo and Te Ao Māori. Please contact the office if you are new to our programme. To claim a fee subsidy, you should attend at least 80% of classes. Full courses may be removed from the website.

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. Since 2005 June has also been directing Selwyn Community Arts Theatre and teaching after school drama. 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.

A Level 2 course to follow on from our French Level 1 course.

This course is designed to give you a basic understanding of all different aspects of guitar playing with a blues focus and includes both theory and practical elements and is taught in a fun environment This class is aimed at total beginner guitar players. BYO guitar.

For students who are confident with present simple and continuous tenses, reflexive verbs and are developing with past perfect and past imperfect tenses.

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.

Would you like to learn Korean in a no-stress, exciting environment? This course is designed for beginners who are interested in Korean culture and wish to start learning the basics of Korean language.

This 9 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 Beginners classes at 6.00pm on Tuesdays.

Further explore aspects of traditional Yoga including: breathing, meditation and deep relaxation, and learn more challenging postures. Monday nights are a 1 1/2 hour class for 9 weeks during Term 3, with Terms 1, 2 and 4 as an 8 week course. Wednesday nights are 1 hour classes only for 9 weeks for all terms.

Continue learning about the fascinating Chinese language and culture.

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.

Learn to draw figures and faces in this course suitable for both beginners and artists with some experience. All materials for the course are provided within the course fee.

An introduction to this popular programme will lead you through how to create spreadsheets, charts, perform calculations with formulae, and analyse numerical information. A course fee subsidy applies for permanent residents of NZ (conditions apply).

The Roman Empire, an enduring empire in human history, lasted for many centuries due to their great innovations, including the most important, roads and aqueducts. These monuments were designed to last more than 100 years to show the world the magnificence of the emperors.

Start or extend your acrylic painting practice. Materials included in course fee.

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.

Most courses are offered in the classroom. Zoom courses are clearly identified (next available zoom course Thursday 21 October*). 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.

This Blues Guitar Continuation course will give you an understanding of what it’s like to play as part of a group . You will learn to play some simple lead guitar parts to some well known blues songs.

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.

A follow on course from French Level 4. For the advanced learner. In this course we will work on the use of the FUTURE SIMPLE. The focus will be on speaking and listening skills.

¿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 course has between 4 and 8 classes of one and a half hours (varies each term). Please read below the course dates for full information.

Tone and revitalise your whole body at your own pace. Focus on correct breathing, flexibility, yoga and relaxation.

This course is designed as a transition for those who wish to increase confidence with spoken Spanish before entering our Level 5 Conversation course.

Most courses are offered in the classroom. Zoom courses are clearly identified (next available zoom course Thursday 21 October*). 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.

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.

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.

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 and business literacy.

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'.

Learn to create with papier mâché dolls and make / decorate your own Frida Kahlo doll. All materials supplied. ($20) This November course is 9 hour course (earlier courses are 7 hours).

Learn authentic French pastry recipes with our French Pastry Chef, Anne Picart in this night course.

We aim to cover the top 15 functions you might need to advance your Excel skills, and the techniques you need to make them work harder; absolute and mixed cell references, nesting, using range names and Table ‘structured references’. Please read below for greater detail and prerequisite skills.

Improve your Writing - for Intermediate to Upper Intermediate level.

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! $138 per couple.

You know the basics of DSLR, now explore different types of photography and continue your learning.

Learn the building blocks for professional knife handling that will have you slicing and dicing through a broad range of ingredients in no time. There will be plenty of drill practice with an emphasis on proper technique and safety. Our chef tutor will introduce you to the no more tears method for cutting an onion and help you identify the correct knife for whatever you are cutting or slicing.

This is an overview course on how to connect your website to the main search engine Google. You will also learn about some of the performance and monitoring tools available.

The old road-maps that have been used to plan our lives are out of date. We are living longer and doing it differently to previous generations. This workshop is aimed at making sense of the changes that are taking place and equipping you to make informed choices about the next stage in your life.

This workshop will help you develop an understanding of how to effectively communicate and build relationships with people from other cultures. You will identify potential barriers to successful intercultural communication and understand how an awareness of our own and other cultures can influence attitudes and behaviour.