- October 2026
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Yoga @ Remuera
Thursday 15 OctoberTone 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 -
English: Grammar Revision & Practice
Thursday 15 OctoberFor learners with Upper Intermediate to Advanced English skills who need practice of grammar for improved fluency. Course fee $15/$160$15.00 incl. GST -
Drama Production for 9 - 12 Year Olds
Friday 16 OctoberFollowing 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.$168.00 incl. GST -
Design Your Own Food Forest
Saturday 17 OctoberLearn how to design and create your own food forest in a suburban sized backyard, following permaculture principles. This course is held offsite in Ellen's food forest at St Johns.$65.00 incl. GST -
Ukulele for Beginners
Monday 19 OctoberBe 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 -
Vinay's Turkish Beef Shish Kebabs with Gözelme Patates (flat bread stuffed with potato)
Monday 19 OctoberJoin Vinay for an evening of learning, cooking and eating as he shows you how to make Turkish Beef Shish Kebabs.$59.00 incl. GST -
Watercolours - An Introduction
Monday 19 OctoberSix Mondays, 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM (no class on 26 October) At Selwyn College, Auckland.A beginner level watercolour class. All materials are included and you'll take home your own starter watercolours kit.$168.00 incl. GST -
Handmade Citrus Gifts
Tuesday 20 OctoberCome and celebrate the fragrance of citrus and create a range of zesty, aromatic creations that are perfect for gifting—or keeping for yourself, including a luxurious lemon salt scrub. All ingredients/materials are vegetarian.$95.00 incl. GST -
Allergies Unpacked: Food, Environment & Emotions
Wednesday 21 OctoberExplore the world of allergies and the many factors that can trigger them in this insightful and supportive workshop. Together, we’ll look beyond the obvious environmental causes and dive into how certain foods — and even our emotional landscape — can influence allergic reactions$30.00 incl. GST -
Portrait Painting
Wednesday 21 OctoberCome 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.$187.00 incl. GST -
Woodworking for Beginners
Wednesday 21 OctoberA 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 21 OctoberWind 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 -
Tai Chi Beginners - Levels 1, 2 & 3
Tuesday 27 OctoberSix Tuesdays 7:30 PM - 9:00 PM - No class on 3 Nov due to school event At Selwyn College, Auckland.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.$115.00 incl. GST -
Think Talk: When Machines Rule Markets:AI,Data Power, and the Crisis of Democracy
Tuesday 27 October1 hour, Tue 7:30 PM - Tue 8:30 PM At Selwyn College, Auckland.AI companies are transforming corporate power in ways that go far beyond traditional market dominance. This talk examines three key shifts.$5.00 incl. GST -
iPhone Photography - Weekend Workshop
Saturday 31 OctoberThis 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 -
Sourdough Bread
Saturday 31 OctoberSourdough bread is well known and has been loved in Europe for many centuries. Come and learn the secrets of making delicious loaves and rolls using rye and wholemeal spelt flour.$75.00 incl. GST -
Calligraphy Creations- Create a Tote or a Towel
Saturday 31 OctoberCreate something truly your own in this hands-on calligraphy workshop.$120.00 incl. GST -
English Improve Your Pronunciation Skills - Part 1
Saturday 31 OctoberFor Intermediate to Advanced level English learners.$20.00 incl. GST -
Microsoft Excel - Beginners
Saturday 31 OctoberAn 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 -
Resin Jewellery
Saturday 31 OctoberExplore the awesomeness of resin with jewellery artist Maca Bernal. Learn how to make your own utterly unique resin jewellery incorporating pigments and glitters.$105.00 incl. GST -
101 Investment Basics
Saturday 31 OctoberCome 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!$45.00 incl. GST -
Action Painting (Abstract Expressionism)
Saturday 31 OctoberJoin 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 -
Barista for Beginners
Saturday 31 OctoberThrough 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 -
European Pastry Masterclass: Pies, Tarts & Beyond
Saturday 31 OctoberIndulge your sweet tooth and learn the art of classic European pastries in this hands-on workshop. Over the session, you’ll master a selection of iconic treats, including flaky pain au chocolat, tender apfelstrudel, delicate profiteroles, and rich, braided babka.$130.00 incl. GST -
Floral Design: Fresh Spring Blooms
Saturday 31 OctoberUse the season's freshest flowers to shape a posy with texture and balance.$107.00 incl. GST -
Handmade Sleepwear: Skirt & Shorts
Saturday 31 OctoberSew your own cozy and stylish sleepwear! In this hands-on course, you’ll make a lingerie skirt or a pair of PJ shorts using soft, comfortable fabrics$120.00 incl. GST -
How to Use Instagram for Social Media Marketing
Saturday 31 OctoberThis introduction to Instagram will cover creating a profile, different types of content for posts, and how to create and edit reels or make a live feed that can be turned into a video.$40.00 incl. GST -
Māori Traditional Medicines and Home Remedies - An Introduction
Saturday 31 OctoberHaere 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.$188.00 incl. GST -
Mosaics: Mosaic a Garden Rock or Paver Stone
Saturday 31 OctoberWeekend workshop - SAT 10:00AM til 4:00PM and Sun 9:00AM til 12:00PM At Selwyn College, Auckland.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.$142.00 incl. GST -
Pottery Beginners
Saturday 31 OctoberDuration Saturday & Sunday 10 AM - 4:30 PM & glazing session Saturday 7th November At Selwyn College, Auckland.Interested in classes at our Auckland pottery studio? Have you ever wanted to work with clay, but not known where to start? Join our beginner pottery class and learn a range of essential clay techniques. Whether you're a complete novice or have some experience, this pottery course will help you develop key skills, including hand-building and clay molding. Come and join Matt McLean, one of New Zealand's top award-winning potters and learn a range of hand building and wheel throwing techniques.$310.00 incl. GST -
Watercolour and Pen
Saturday 31 OctoberThis 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.$125.00 incl. GST - November 2026
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Resin Art
Sunday 01 NovemberJoin 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.$132.00 incl. GST -
Cyanotype Photographic Printing
Sunday 01 NovemberLearn 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.$72.00 incl. GST -
Solo Travel for Women - Explore the World Fearlessly
Sunday 01 NovemberIn this workshop we'll discuss why you should consider travelling alone, and give you lots of tips to make this possible.$90.00 incl. GST -
AI Basics: Ways to use AI at Work and Daily Life
Sunday 01 NovemberCurious 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.$45.00 incl. GST -
Narrative Art -Telling Your Story with Art
Sunday 01 November1 day, Sun 10:00 AM - Sun 4:00 PM At Selwyn College, Auckland.Discover how to integrate stories—big or small—into your artwork. In this one-day workshop, you’ll explore practical and creative ways to bring both narrative and personal experience into your visual art. Through guided activities, you’ll gather inspiration and materials, experiment with composition using acrylics and your personal objects you will build confidence in expressing a story that feels meaningful to you.$106.00 incl. GST -
Painting Flowers in Oils
Sunday 01 NovemberExplore 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.$168.00 incl. GST -
Plant-Based Cooking with Aaron Brunet - Everyday Meals
Sunday 01 NovemberJoin 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 -
Sacred Stitching with Sashiko: Create a Silk Gift Pouch
Sunday 01 NovemberTake a day out to slow down, relax, and enjoy the meditative art of sewing. In this workshop, you’ll learn the traditional Japanese technique of sashiko stitching, exploring its rhythmic, decorative patterns and mindful approach.$132.00 incl. GST -
Resin Glass Coasters
Sunday 01 NovemberJoin 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.$85.00 incl. GST -
Tai Chi Beginners - Levels 1, 2 & 3
Monday 02 NovemberTai 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.$115.00 incl. GST -
Use AI for Images and Video: Plan, Make & Edit Your Content
Monday 02 NovemberLearn how to plan, create and edit images and videos using AI assistants like ChatGPT, Gemini, Canva, and Descript in this hands-on course.$55.00 incl. GST -
105 Retirement Planning
Wednesday 04 NovemberAged 45–65+ & still working Retire once. Retire well. Plan with confidence. This course gives you the knowledge, tools, and expert strategies to design a secure lifetime income, protect yourself legally, support your family safely, and future-proof your retirement decisions.$40.00 incl. GST -
Date Night: Spanish
Tuesday 10 NovemberJoin us for a fun and flavourful evening of Spanish cooking, perfect for a date night!$79.00 incl. GST -
Edible Garden Workshop
Saturday 14 NovemberLearn 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 -
Lavender Bliss: Handmade Treats for Body & Home
Tuesday 17 NovemberIndulge in the soothing world of lavender with this calming, hands-on workshop and learn the secrets of creating luxurious bath bombs, delicate mini shortbreads, and fragrant lavender water.$59.00 incl. GST -
Handmade Christmas Gifts from your Kitchen
Monday 23 NovemberTake the stress out of what to give at Christmas and learn to make a range of delicious and traditional treats.$145.00 incl. GST -
Think Talk: The Bicycle Prevents Cancer!
Tuesday 24 November1 hour, Tue 7:30 PM - Tue 8:30 PM At Selwyn College, Auckland.Everyday travel choices are a practical way to meet physical activity guidelines, improve health and reduce harm to the environment.$5.00 incl. GST -
Christmas Cake and Cookies Decorating
Saturday 28 NovemberChef Tim will show you how to use fondant and royal icing to create Christmas themed motifs that can be used on cakes, cookies and gingerbread.$68.00 incl. GST -
Cyanotype Photographic Printing
Saturday 28 NovemberLearn 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.$72.00 incl. GST





