We all want to grow the freshest, healthiest and juiciest vegetables and fruit but the cost of setting up and growing can be off-putting. This workshop will take you through all the simple tricks to save costs beginning with planters and gardens to what is the most cost effective soil to use and on to how to collect your own seed and propagate your own plants. Cost need not be a barrier to producing great vegetables and fruit from your own garden.

Zentangle ® is mindful drawing. Come along and create a miniature abstract work of art with a collection of patterns. All your materials are provided and you will spend a relaxing half-day drawing structured patterns in a mindful way.

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.

Join tour guide Terry Hobin on this fascinating one day coach trip to the Waikato following the path of the British Army during the Land Wars. We will stop to visit a number of military redoubts - Pokeno, Whangamarino, and Pirongia and survey battle sites including Rangiriri and Oraakau, and we will visit the church at Rangiaowhia. During the journey we will discuss the use of boats by the British and cannon by Maaori, compare policies and consider outcomes. There is some walking required - see below.

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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.

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

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.

Create your own bone carving out of beef bone in this tikanga-based contemporary workshop.

In this immersive workshop, you will learn how to create stunning landscape paintings using acrylics on canvas. Starting from the fundamentals, you'll explore how to effectively lay out your composition and build a painting, while focusing on key elements like balance, perspective, and proportion.

Embark on a thrilling artistic journey as we delve into the captivating world of still life.

Learn to create authentic Japanese cream puffs with delicious crusty choux pastry and filled with a sweet custard filling. Yu will show you the secrets and you will be able to create your own delicious puffs at home.

Join Vinay for an evening of learning, cooking and eating as he helps you to make Pad Thai and fresh green salad.

An introduction into how to make the best use of your own garden space to live more sustainably, healthier and wealthier. This course is held offsite at Wadhamville Garden in St Heliers and runs on Fridays.

Join Vinay for an evening of learning, cooking and eating. In this class we will make this quintessential Thai dish.

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 $32.00 for ingredients.

During the course the girls will be taught basic physical and verbal techniques, reinforce assertion and boundary setting skills, and appropriate information about issues of abuse for girls.

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.

Join Cecilia in the kitchen for a fun day learning to make yummy Korean food like Korean kim bap (sushi) and dumplings.

Join Nichole for foundation cooking skills these school holidays.

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.

Yeah. Nah. Sweet! Eh. It's raining cats and dogs. She'll be right! Join Cathie for a fun weekend course (over two days) to understand idiomatic Kiwi English. Suitable for Intermediate level English learners and higher.

Sauerkraut? Learn about the background of this nourishing food – where it comes from, how it is made and its health benefits. The workshop runs for 2 - 2.5 hours depending on how much time participants need. Course fee includes $12.00 for ingredients.

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.

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.

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).

Learn to prepare and fragrance two container candles.

Learn the special tricks of container gardening from an expert. Workshop runs 10am - 1pm.

This DIY course is designed for those looking to tackle common home repair tasks with confidence. During this course (one day or four evenings), you'll watch expert demonstrations covering a range of essential skills, from plastering and painting to repairing gib board, windows, and doors. Bring your problems and we will do our best to help.

This course utilises established methods in drawing a convincing head.

Embark on a flavourful journey through the vibrant culinary landscape of Fiji. Designed for food enthusiasts and health-conscious cooks alike, this course explores the art of preparing delicious vegetarian dishes using fresh, local ingredients and aromatic spices. This course is offered as an evening course or a weekend workshop.

Learn 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.

Learn to paint stunning ocean scenes, waves and seascapes. Stuiable for beginners.

A practical class for learners who want to improve their skills in a social setting.

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.

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).

Learn from a professional container garden trainer: Paul will show you how to plant, propagate and care for your indoor plants.

Learn the basics of this exquisite embroidery technique using beads and sequins.

Have fun discovering your artistic ability and gain the confidence to start painting with acrylic paints.

Discover how to use ChatGPT effectively and learn practical ways to leverage ChatGPT's powerful features for everyday tasks and small business needs in this hands-on workshop.

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.

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 $32.00 for ingredients.

For children 8 - 12 years old.

Learn gentle exercises for pelvis, back support and strengthening your abdominal region. You will explore gentle breathing and meditation techniques for relaxation. This course is also suitable for expectants mothers in the second and third trimester. This course is suitable for those new to pilates and those with experience. Micaela will adjust her exercises to suit.

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.

24 hours (24 classes). Course fee $220 or free for some students. This course offers 24 hours tuition over 24 classes.

Course fee $150 or free for some students. Course duration 16 hours over 16 classes.

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 Beginners classes at 7pm on Mondays, Tuesdays and Wednesdays. 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, please contact the office.

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.