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  • May 2026
  • English Advanced Evening

    Monday 04 May
    16 classes, Mondays & Wednesdays 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM (No class on King's Birthday 1 June) At Selwyn College, Auckland.
    Jonathan Crook
    32 hours (16 classes). Fees $30 - $330 plus books.
    $30.00 incl. GST
  • English Beginners Evening

    Monday 04 May
    24 classes on Mondays, Tuesdays & Wednesdays 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM (No class on King's Birthday, 1 June) At Selwyn College, Auckland.
    Tutor TBA
    This is an English evening course for beginner level students. Course fees $42 - $470, plus text books $95. This course offers 48 hours of tuition over 24 classes.
    $42.00 incl. GST
  • English Elementary Evening

    Monday 04 May
    24 classes on Mondays, Tuesdays & Wednesdays 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM (No class on King's Birthday 1 June) At Selwyn College, Auckland.
    Diana Fergusson, Fiona Flynn
    Course fees $42 - $470 plus books. This course offers 48 hours tuition over 24 classes.
    $42.00 incl. GST
  • English IELTS Preparation Evening

    Monday 04 May
    24 classes, Mondays, Tuesdays & Wednesdays 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM (No class King's Birthday 1 June) At Selwyn College, Auckland.
    Akanksha Malhotra
    Course fee $42 - $470 plus book. This course offers 48 hours tuition over 24 classes.
    $42.00 incl. GST
  • English Intermediate Evening

    Monday 04 May
    24 classes on Mondays & Tuesdays & Wednesdays 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM (No class King's Birthday 1 June) At Selwyn College, Auckland.
    Kate Thompson
    Course fee $42 - $470 plus books. This course offers 48 hours tuition over 24 classes.
    $42.00 incl. GST
  • English Pre-Intermediate Evening

    Monday 04 May
    24 classes on Mon, Tues & Wed 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM (No class King's Birthday 1 June) At Selwyn College, Auckland.
    Daniel Lilley
    48 hours (24 classes). Course fees $42 - $470 plus books.
    $42.00 incl. GST
  • English Upper Intermediate Evening

    Monday 04 May
    16 classes on Mondays & Wednesdays 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM (No class King's Birthday 1 June) At Selwyn College, Auckland.
    Tutor TBA
    Course fee $30 - $330 plus books. This course offers 32 hours tuition over 16 classes.
    $30.00 incl. GST
  • Introduction to Indesign

    Monday 04 May
    Six Mondays, 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM (no class on 1st June) At Selwyn College, Auckland.
    Fiona de Gruchy
    This course is for those completely new to Adobe InDesign and offers an introduction to the key concepts of InDesign and how to prepare print publications. The objective of this course is to give the participants a basic understanding of InDesign and the potential that it offers. Participants should have strong computer skills. Please read more information about suitability below the course dates.
    $65.00 incl. GST
  • Japanese Cuisine - Vegetarian

    Monday 04 May
    Four Mondays, 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM At Selwyn College, Auckland.
    Masami Utsugi
    Join Masami Utsugi, food enthusiast and chef, to learn some authentic Japanese favourites to cook at home.
    $160.00 incl. GST
  • Make AI Work for You: A Practical Guide to Today’s AI Assistants

    Monday 04 May
    Four Mondays, 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM At Selwyn College, Auckland.
    Jam Mayer
    This hands-on class helps you understand the different AI helpers available today. We explore ChatGPT, Claude, Gemini, Perplexity, and show what each one is good at. You’ll learn how to use these tools for real-life tasks like writing emails, planning, research, creating ideas, data analysis, and organising information. By the end, you’ll know which AI assistant suits you and how to use it confidently.
    $45.00 incl. GST
  • Navigating Preimenopause & Menopause

    Monday 04 May
    Four Mondays, 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM At Selwyn College, Auckland.
    Sheena Hendon
    In four interactive sessions, Sheena Hendon will explain the physiological changes of perimenopause and menopause, explore common symptoms, and provide guidance on both hormone therapy (HRT/MHT) and holistic strategies to support your body. Her approach combines evidence-based information with practical, natural actions that you can start applying right away.
    $120.00 incl. GST
  • Pilates - Beginners

    Monday 04 May
    Eight Mondays, 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM No class King's Birthday 1 June At Selwyn College, Auckland.
    Micaela Quirino
    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
  • Supporting People with Mental Health Challenges

    Monday 04 May
    Four weeks, 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM At Selwyn College, Auckland.
    Jasmin Shea
    If you have someone you care about who has mental health challenges this course will help you gain an understanding of what is going on for them and how to communicate and support that person.
    $30.00 incl. GST
  • Watercolours - The Next Step

    Monday 04 May
    Six Mondays 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM (no class 1 June) At Selwyn College, Auckland.
    Andrew Ockleston
    A follow on course for those who have completed our beginners course or already have basic watercolour painting skills.
    $140.00 incl. GST
  • Let's Dance for Fitness

    Monday 04 May
    Eight Mondays, 7:15 PM - 8:15 PM (no class 1 June) At Selwyn College, Auckland.
    Maithê (Bella) Bellangero
    Get moving, get smiling, and get fit in this dance class designed for all levels. With easy-to-follow moves, great music, and a fun, friendly atmosphere, you’ll boost your fitness, build confidence, and enjoy a weekly dose of pure joy—no dance experience needed!
    $89.00 incl. GST
  • Flashback Dance Fitness

    Monday 04 May
    Eight Mondays 7:30 PM - 8:30 PM - No classes Kings Birthday 1 June At Selwyn College, Auckland.
    Robert Watson
    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
  • Yoga for Beginners

    Monday 04 May
    Eight Mondays, 7:30 PM - 8:30 PM (no class on 1st June) At Selwyn College, Auckland.
    Celeste Botha
    Are you wanting to harness the benefits of yoga but don't know where to start?  Do you have concerns about injuries, flexibility and fitness?  Stretch, relax and feel good! Yoga helps tone, strengthen and revitalise your whole body, and helps you manage stress.
    $105.00 incl. GST
  • English Intermediate Day

    Tuesday 05 May
    24 classes on Tuesdays, Wednesdays & Thursdays 9:15 AM - 11:15 AM St Heliers, Auckland
    Felicity McCardle
    Course fee $42 - $470 plus books. This course offers 48 hours tuition over 24 classes.
    $42.00 incl. GST
  • English Intermediate Extension Day

    Tuesday 05 May
    24 classes onTuesdays, Wednesdays & Thursdays 9:15 AM - 11:15 AM Te Oro Glen Innes
    Kirsty Cantley
    Course fee $42 - $470 plus books. This course offers 48 hours tuition over 24 classes.
    $42.00 incl. GST
  • English Upper Intermediate Day

    Tuesday 05 May
    16 classes, Tuedays & Thursday 9:15 AM - 12:15 PM At Selwyn College, Auckland.
    Fiona Read
    Course fee $42 - $470 plus books. This course offers 48 hours tuition over 16 classes.
    $42.00 incl. GST
  • English Conversation Club Intermediate Day

    Tuesday 05 May
    24 classes, Tuesdays, Wednesdays & Thursdays 12:00 PM - 2:00 PM St Heliers, Auckland
    Nathalie Labar
    Course fee $310 or $15 for some students. This course offers 48 hours tuition over 24 classes.
    $20.00 incl. GST
  • English: Learn English Through Media - Read, Discuss, Understand

    Tuesday 05 May
    8 classes, Tuesdays 12:15 PM - 2:15 PM Te Oro Glen Innes
    Diana Fergusson
    For learners with Intermediate, Upper Intermediate to Advanced English skills. Course fee $15/$160
    $15.00 incl. GST
  • English Conversation Club Upper Intermediate Day

    Tuesday 05 May
    16 classes, Tuesdays & Thursdays 12:30 PM - 2:30 PM At Selwyn College, Auckland.
    Gavin McCardle
    Course fee $290 or $15 or some students. This course offers 32 hours tuition over 16 classes.
    $15.00 incl. GST
  • Speaking With Confidence Level 2

    Tuesday 05 May
    Eight Tuesdays, 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM At Selwyn College, Auckland.
    Elizabeth Drayton
    This is a follow-on course for those who have completed Speaking With Confidence (our introductory course) to continue developing public speaking skills.
    $60.00 incl. GST
  • Stretch and Flex

    Tuesday 05 May
    Eight Tuesdays 5:00 PM - 6:00 PM Selwyn College, Auckland.
    Maithê (Bella) Bellangero
    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.
    $104.00 incl. GST
  • English IELTS Writing Night

    Tuesday 05 May
    Eight Tuesdays, 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM At Selwyn College, Auckland.
    Akanksha Malhotra
    This course is suitable for students planning to take either the General or the Academic IELTS examination. The teacher will provide teaching for both. This course is $15 for some students (see below) or a course fee of $95 will apply. Students should have a minimum of upper intermediate level English to join this course.
    $15.00 incl. GST
  • Pilates for Everyone

    Tuesday 05 May
    Eight Tuesdays 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM At Selwyn College, Auckland.
    Sandra Harding Smith
    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
  • Arabic Beginners

    Tuesday 05 May
    8 Tuesdays, 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM At Selwyn College, Auckland.
    Ahilla Fares
    An introduction to Standard Arabic which is understood widely throughout all the Arabic speaking countries.
    $155.00 incl. GST
  • Date Night: Turkish

    Tuesday 05 May
    One evening, Tuesday 6:30 PM - 9:00 PM At Selwyn College, Auckland.
    Tracey Sunderland
    Join us for a fun and flavourful evening of Turkish cooking, perfect for a date night!
    $79.00 incl. GST
  • Intro to Amigurumi Crochet

    Tuesday 05 May
    Four Tuesdays, 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM At Selwyn College, Auckland.
    Amber Dixon
    This Intro to Amigurumi Crochet Course is perfect for those who are looking for their next step in the crochet journey by learning specific stitches and techniques to improve their amigurumi projects.
    $153.00 incl. GST
  • Cake Decorating - Introduction

    Tuesday 05 May
    Four Tuesdays, 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM At Selwyn College, Auckland.
    Tim Gasson
    Come and learn the basics of decorating cakes using rolled fondant, butter icing and piping techniques. Create an icing picture and put it all together to produce the completed cakes.
    $140.00 incl. GST
  • Creating a Visual Journal

    Tuesday 05 May
    Four Tuesdays, 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM At Selwyn College, Auckland.
    Ashley Ruth Stirling
    Want to learn how to keep a visual diary? The possibilities are endless with Visual Journaling – as varied as your days and as boundless as your art! Learn how with Ashley.
    $130.00 incl. GST
  • Database Fundamentals and Software Design with Microsoft Access

    Tuesday 05 May
    Eight Tuesdays 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM At Selwyn College, Auckland.
    Peter Brannan
    Learn how to use Microsoft Access to build a simple system from database design through to data entry forms and reports. Course fee $55 or $165.
    $55.00 incl. GST
  • English for Business Upper Intermediate to Advanced Night

    Tuesday 05 May
    Eight Tuesdays, 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM At Selwyn College, Auckland.
    Diana Fergusson
    Course fee $15 - $160. This course offers 16 hours of tuition over eight classes.
    $15.00 incl. GST
  • Hindi for Beginners

    Tuesday 05 May
    Eight Tuesdays 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM At Selwyn College, Auckland.
    Krishnil Kumar
    Learn Hindi, explore Indian culture, traditions and language in a friendly, interactive atmosphere.
    $50.00 incl. GST
  • History of Art in Ancient Mexico

    Tuesday 05 May
    Eight Tuesdays, 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM At Selwyn College, Auckland.
    Paloma Mora Guerrero
    Join us for an exploration of the captivating cultures that flourished in Mexico before the arrival of the kingdom of Spain. In this course, the students will learn to identify the most important cities and developments in the territory. The course will start with the origins of civilisation up to the year 1521, marked by the fall of Tenochtitlan.
    $98.00 incl. GST
  • Meditative Art

    Tuesday 05 May
    Seven Tuesdays 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM At Selwyn College, Auckland.
    Dinny Di Nicola
    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.
    $167.00 incl. GST
  • Oil Painting: An introduction

    Tuesday 05 May
    Six Tuesdays 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM At Selwyn College, Auckland.
    Andrew Ockleston
    Whether you're new to the medium or a seasoned painter, Andrew’s experienced approach to oil painting offers guidance and inspiration for every level. With his gentle encouragement, you will begin with drawing before progressing to oils, developing confidence through clear, practical instruction rooted in traditional painting methods.
    $188.00 incl. GST
  • Pilates - Beginners

    Tuesday 05 May
    Eight Tuesdays, 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM At Selwyn College, Auckland.
    Sandra Harding Smith
    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
  • Pottery Beginners

    Tuesday 05 May
    Eight Tuesdays, 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM At Selwyn College, Auckland.
    Matt McLean
    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.
    $320.00 incl. GST
  • Sewing - Next Steps

    Tuesday 05 May
    Eight Tuesdays 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM At Selwyn College, Auckland.
    Karen Balmer
    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.
    $180.00 incl. GST
  • Speaking with Confidence

    Tuesday 05 May
    Eight Tuesdays 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM At Selwyn College, Auckland.
    Elizabeth Drayton
    Does the mere thought of public speaking make you want to run a mile? Do you dread presentations? Public speaking is a learned skill. You will learn the techniques and do lots of practice during this course. Become a confident speaker, and have fun getting there. For fluent English speakers - more info below course dates.
    $60.00 incl. GST
  • English: Communication Skills for Job Seekers

    Wednesday 06 May
    8 Wednesdays 12:15 PM - 2:15 PM Te Oro Glen Innes
    Diana Fergusson
    For learners with Intermediate, Upper Intermediate and Advanced English skills who are looking for work in NZ. Course fee $15/$160
    $15.00 incl. GST
  • Beginners Drama for 8 - 10 Year Olds

    Wednesday 06 May
    Eight Wednesdays, 3:30 PM - 5:30 PM At Selwyn College, Auckland.
    June Renwick
    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.
    $168.00 incl. GST
  • Modern Masters for Children: Explore Art & Create Your Own! (ages 6 - 14)

    Wednesday 06 May
    8 Wednesdays, 3:30 PM - 5:00 PM At Selwyn College, Auckland.
    Rebekah Wardrop
    Get ready to dive into the colourful world of modern art! In this fun and hands-on course art course for children, we’ll discover some of the most exciting artists of the last century—how they painted, what inspired them, and the bold techniques they used to break the rules of art.
    $160.00 incl. GST
  • Dancercise for the 40+

    Wednesday 06 May
    Eight Wednesdays, 5:15 PM - 6:15 PM At Selwyn College, Auckland.
    Robert Watson
    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.
    $81.00 incl. GST
  • Pilates for Everyone

    Wednesday 06 May
    Eight Wednesdays 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM At Selwyn College, Auckland.
    Micaela Quirino
    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
  • Abstract Painting

    Wednesday 06 May
    Eight Wednesdays 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM At Selwyn College, Auckland.
    Ekaterina Dimieva
    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.
    $195.00 incl. GST
  • Mythology, Madness, and Morals: the Ancient Greeks, Their gods and the Modern Psyche

    Wednesday 06 May
    Three Wednesdays 6:30 PM - 8:00 PM At Selwyn College, Auckland.
    Miriam Bissett
    Join Dr Miriam Bissett to explore Greek mythology, philosophy and literature and discover their relevance to the modern psyche.
    $78.00 incl. GST
  • The Art of Flash Fiction

    Wednesday 06 May
    Eight Wednesdays, 6:30 PM - 8:00 PM At Selwyn College, Auckland.
    Ronnie Pankova-Karadjova
    The course is focused on the art of flash fiction – compact stories told in under 1,000 words – and on the use of sensory detail to create vivid narratives and reveal what remains unsaid. Come and learn how to craft compelling stories with clarity and economy
    $195.00 incl. GST
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