- September 2026
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Introduction to Beekeeping
Saturday 19 SeptemberJoin experienced apiculture teacher Greg Harrington for this intensive introduction to beekeeping. You'll leave this course with enough knowledge to manage your own beehive including queen rearing and how to split a hive.$171.00 incl. GST -
Raranga Kete Wananga
Saturday 19 SeptemberJoin 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.$180.00 incl. GST -
The Art of Kintsugi
Saturday 19 SeptemberCome 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 -
101 Investment Basics
Saturday 19 SeptemberCome and confidentially learn to plan your financial future by understanding how to get the most out of financial advisers or how to do it yourself. You will learn about shares, property, insurance, safe assets and socially responsible investment plus a lot more! Register yourself and partner together and pay only one course fee.$45.00 incl. GST -
Abstraction and Pattern
Saturday 19 SeptemberJoin EK on this introduction to abstraction using pattern and repetition. Have a fun day completing an artwork. All materials are included including paper and paints and a large canvas.$115.00 incl. GST -
Alcohol Ink Blooms
Saturday 19 SeptemberUnleash 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 -
Barista for Beginners
Saturday 19 SeptemberThrough 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).$55.00 incl. GST -
Floral Design: Minimalist Elegance with Ikebana-Inspired Designs
Saturday 19 SeptemberLearn the art of floral expression in this Ikebana-inspired class, where you'll learn the principles of minimalist design using a kenzan pin. This will assist you to achieve the delicate balance between form and impact.$107.00 incl. GST -
How to Grow Your Digital Business with AI Tools
Saturday 19 SeptemberJoin our hands-on workshop and discover how to use artificial intelligence tools to create a winning digital content strategy. Learn how to generate brand names, design logos, and create stunning visuals, all while crafting a marketing plan tailored to your niche.$40.00 incl. GST -
Māori Bone Carving Workshop
Saturday 19 SeptemberCreate your own bone carving out of beef bone in this tikanga-based contemporary workshop.$195.00 incl. GST -
Painting Landscapes with Acrylics on Canvas
Saturday 19 SeptemberLearn to create expressive landscape paintings by developing composition, mood, and atmosphere in this hands-on workshop for painters with some experience.$125.00 incl. GST -
Stories on a Plate
Saturday 19 SeptemberUsing textiles, found materials, transfers, mosaic and other mixed media, participants will explore composition, layering, and storytelling through design onto a glazed dinner-sized ceramic plate.$125.00 incl. GST -
Street Art Photography
Saturday 19 SeptemberThis course is held offsite, meeting at Aotea Square in the CBD.$44.00 incl. GST -
Traditional Paellas of Valencia - Paella Valenciana (The Authentic Experience)
Saturday 19 SeptemberJoin us for an immersive hands-on journey into the world of authentic Spanish paella, guided by Edrick Corban-Banks— Pacific Ambassador to the Concurso Internacional de Paella Valenciana de Sueca, and recipient of the Paeller d’Honor award.$125.00 incl. GST -
Up-cycled Jewellery: Feather earrings and more from inner tubes
Sunday 20 SeptemberJoin 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.$55.00 incl. GST -
A Creative Decoupage Experience – Gilded Seashells
Sunday 20 SeptemberDiscover the beauty of transforming simple seashells into elegant, gold-accented keepsakes using the decoupage process.$85.00 incl. GST -
Barista for Beginners
Sunday 20 SeptemberThrough 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).$55.00 incl. GST -
ChatGPT Made Easy: Practical Skills for Everyday Work & Life
Sunday 20 SeptemberThis hands-on course helps you get the most out of ChatGPT for writing, planning, organising, learning, and everyday problem‑solving.$45.00 incl. GST -
Colour Analysis and Makeup Workshop
Sunday 20 SeptemberPersonal 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.$98.00 incl. GST -
Create Your Vision Board – Dreams to Reality
Sunday 20 SeptemberThree hours At Selwyn College, Auckland.Empower yourself to manifest your dreams into reality by designing your own vision board using images, words and symbols to turn dreams to reality!$54.00 incl. GST -
Floral Design: Beautiful Bouquets
Sunday 20 SeptemberLearn the basics of floristry and how to tie bouquets. The design will be made with fresh seasonal flowers and participants will be able to take home their creation!$107.00 incl. GST -
Japanese for Travellers
Sunday 20 SeptemberMaster essential phrases for shopping, dining, and traveling with ease. Discover insider secrets to save money and time while exploring Tokyo like a local. Course fee $25 or $80.$25.00 incl. GST -
Pebble Mosaics
Sunday 20 SeptemberLearn how to create gorgeous pebble mosaics through the precast indirect reverse method.$150.00 incl. GST -
Plant-Based Cooking with Aaron Brunet - Food for Life
Sunday 20 SeptemberJoin Masterchef NZ 2013 winner Aaron Brunet for this introduction to wholefood plant-based dishes to boost your aliveness. Suitable for those on vegan diets.$165.00 incl. GST -
Traditional Paellas of Valencia - Arroz con Salmón estilo de Tasmania (Seafood Paella Experience)
Sunday 20 SeptemberJoin us for an immersive hands-on journey into the world of authentic Spanish paella, guided by Edrick Corban-Banks— Pacific Ambassador to the Concurso Internacional de Paella Valenciana de Sueca, and recipient of the Paeller d’Honor award.$125.00 incl. GST -
Water and Sky in Watercolour: Capturing Light, Mood & Motion
Sunday 20 SeptemberIn this short watercolour course you will dive into the fluid world of watercolour as you explore how to paint water in all its forms—rivers, lakes, streams, and shimmering reflections. In this inspiring course, you'll also master the art of painting sky scenes, from moody overcast days to radiant sunny skies and dramatic cloudscapes.$105.00 incl. GST -
Soft Stone Sculpture
Sunday 20 SeptemberCreate 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.$138.00 incl. GST -
Lampshade Making
Sunday 20 SeptemberProduce 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.$117.00 incl. GST -
Up-cycled Jewellery: Feather earrings and more from inner tubes
Sunday 20 SeptemberJoin 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.$55.00 incl. GST -
Mental Fitness and Emotional Resilience
Wednesday 23 SeptemberIn this supportive and practical workshop, you’ll explore what it really means to strengthen your inner foundations — from understanding how your mind responds to stress, to building habits that help you stay centred, grounded, and calm in everyday life.$35.00 incl. GST -
Edible Garden Workshop
Saturday 26 SeptemberLearn 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.$67.00 incl. GST -
Aspiring Young Cooks (8 - 12 Years)
Monday 28 SeptemberThis 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.$158.00 incl. GST -
Sewing for Children 9 - 12 Years
Monday 28 SeptemberCome 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 -
Drawing REAL Animals with Sandra Morris (8 - 12 Years)
Monday 28 SeptemberAn art workshop for children 8 - 12 years$135.00 incl. GST - October 2026
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Cooking for Teens (13 - 16 Years)
Thursday 01 OctoberJoin Nichole for foundation cooking skills these school holidays.$158.00 incl. GST -
Historic Auckland Walks: Guided Auckland City Walk
Saturday 03 OctoberEach of our Historic Walks covers Maori and European history of the Auckland isthmus, the trials and tribulations of Auckland's early growth, natural and social history, historic places, public art and heritage art.$50.00 incl. GST -
Lawn Bowls 101
Sunday 04 OctoberDuration 3 x 2 hour Sessions Kohi Bowling ClubJoin the Kohimarama Bowling Club coaching team for 2 hour sessions over three weeks and have a go!$65.00 incl. GST -
Aspiring Young Cooks (8 - 12 Years)
Monday 05 OctoberThis 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.$158.00 incl. GST -
Delicious Dumplings (8 - 12 Years)
Wednesday 07 OctoberFor children 8 - 12 years old.$82.00 incl. GST -
Gentle Flexibility and Mobility
Monday 12 OctoberEight Mondays, 5:00 PM - 6:00 PM No class Labour Day 26 October At Selwyn College, Auckland.Rediscover ease of movement in a friendly, supportive environment.$100.00 incl. GST -
Barre Fit
Monday 12 OctoberEight Mondays, 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM (No class Labour Day 26th October) At Selwyn College, Auckland.Stay fit and have some fun with this class. Classes comprise mat work, simple dance steps to great music and barre work. This is a barefoot class as it is held on a sprung floor giving a 'softer' feel and absorbing the impact. Please bring a yoga mat with you. This course usually fills with a waiting list each term - if you would like to book in the whole year, with payment closer to the course start , please contact the office.$95.00 incl. GST -
Pilates for Everyone
Monday 12 OctoberEight Mondays, 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM No class Labour Day 26 October At Selwyn College, Auckland.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 -
Yoga - Beyond the Basics
Monday 12 OctoberEight Mondays, 6.00PM - 7.30PM (no class on 26th October) At Selwyn College, Auckland.Take your yoga practice to the next level with this supportive course designed for students who are ready to go beyond the foundations.$135.00 incl. GST -
Yoga - Continuing
Monday 12 OctoberEight Mondays 6:00 PM - 7:30 PM (no class on 26th October) At Selwyn College, Auckland.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.$125.00 incl. GST -
Basic Computing Skills
Monday 12 OctoberSix Mondays 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM (no class on 26th October) At Selwyn College, Auckland.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 12 OctoberEight Mondays 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM (no class on 26th October) At Selwyn College, Auckland.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 12 OctoberAlways 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 -
Accounting - The Basics
Monday 12 OctoberFour Mondays 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM - No class 26 Oct- Labour Day At Selwyn College, Auckland.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.$25.00 incl. GST -
Pilates - Beginners
Monday 12 OctoberEight Mondays, 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM (No class Monday 26th October, Labour Day) At Selwyn College, Auckland.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 -
Flashback Dance Fitness
Monday 12 OctoberEight Mondays 7:30 PM - 8:30 PM No classes Labour Day 26 October At Selwyn College, Auckland.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.$81.00 incl. GST





