Further explore aspects of traditional Yoga including: breathing, meditation and deep relaxation, and learn more challenging postures. These courses usually fill 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.

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.

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!

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.

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.

Improve your fitness by dancing your heart out to ABBA and the Bee Gees. Designed to suit the fitness level of active older adults and those new to cardio. Due to the floor surface, street shoes cannot be worn. Please wear soft leather (dance type) shoes, socks, or bare feet.

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.

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.

Using drawing, painting and crafts come and explore how to connect and express yourself in a creative way. You don't need to have any artistic talent or prior knowledge! All materials are provided.

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.

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.

This course will explore how collage has been used in various forms, from portraiture to surrealism, and how artists have incorporated personal interpretation and mixed media techniques to create dynamic, meaningful works. Learning with Sally Barron, you'll use these learnings to inspire your own collage projects.

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 521 9623 for more information.

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. These courses usually fill with waiting lists each term - if you would like to book in the whole year, with payment closer to the start of each course, contact the office. Full courses may be removed from the website.

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.

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.

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.

Further explore aspects of traditional Yoga including: breathing, meditation and deep relaxation, and learn more challenging postures. These courses usually fill 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.

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. These courses usually fill with waiting lists each term - if you would like to book in the whole year, with payment closer to the start of each course, contact the office. Full courses may be removed from the website.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Come and learn the skills to paint portraits from photos. Learn the basics of form, value and colour - while stealing a few tricks from some of the old masters. Create your very own masterpieces. Materials fee is included in this course.

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

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.

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.

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 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.

Use the season's freshest flowers to shape a posy with texture and balance.

Haere Mai, Welcome! Join us to learn more about your local bush and the plants within. Discover some simple methods of plant medicine preparation and home remedies for common ailments and conditions and learn how to make teas with kawakawa, kānuka and horopito.

Learn how to mosaic and create your own designed piece of garden art on a natural stone or for your driveway or patio. All materials are supplied. This is an ideal opportunity to re-use the broken china you've been collecting or create a personal gift using the materials provided - it could be a letterbox number or a garden ornament or even a door stop.

This hands-on workshop will guide you through several different ways to combine pen with watercolour, inks, pastels, and gouache. Andrew will provide tips and techniques to help you experiment with confidence.

Join resin artist Andrea Waterhouse and make your own personalised piece of resin art to hang on your wall. Artworks need to dry overnight and will be available to collect during the following week. Each workshop is three hours long. Full courses with long waiting lists may not be visible on the website.

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.

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.

Explore the beauty of flowers in this one-day oil painting workshop, learning techniques for colour, light, and texture. Guided step by step, you’ll create your own vibrant, expressive floral artwork to take home.

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 resin artist Andrea and learn to create your own 9 cm glass coasters using flowers, glitter, or even photographs. You'll create four personalised and beautiful glass coasters. These will need to set overnight and can be collected from the school over the next week.

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.

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

Join waste warrior Ronja Schipper (AKA re:purpose Ronja) in this fun workshop, crafting a pair of earrings and a necklace from discarded bicycle inner tube.

This hands-on course helps you get the most out of ChatGPT for writing, planning, organising, learning, and everyday problem‑solving.

Join waste warrior Ronja Schipper (AKA re:purpose Ronja) in this fun workshop, crafting a pair of earrings and a necklace from discarded bicycle inner tube.