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  • May 2026
  • Alcohol Ink Blooms

    Saturday 16 May
    4 hours, Sat 10:00 AM - Sat 2:00 PM At Selwyn College, Auckland.
    Kavita Lamba
    Unleash 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: Latte Art

    Saturday 16 May
    1 day, Sat 10:00 AM - Sat 4:00 PM At Selwyn College, Auckland.
    Isabella Brown
    This course is for those who can already use an espresso machine confidently, and now want upskill milk and pouring.
    $44.00 incl. GST
  • Becoming Unstoppable

    Saturday 16 May
    Saturday 10am - 4pm At Selwyn College, Auckland.
    Shona Hurndell
    Feeling stuck? Come and discover the power of belief transformation. We'll delve into the roots of our beliefs—how they're formed and how they shape our thoughts and perceptions. More importantly, we'll explore practical techniques to identify and replace disempowering beliefs with empowering ones that align with our true selves and goals.
    $30.00 incl. GST
  • Corner to Corner Crochet

    Saturday 16 May
    One day, 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM At Selwyn College, Auckland.
    Amber Dixon
    Unlock the cozy and creative world of Corner to Corner (C2C) crochet in this hands-on course, suitable for those confident with a range of stitches (more below). Over four weeks, you'll master the C2C technique, learn how to read C2C patterns, and expertly manage colour changes. The step-by-step guidance ensures you'll confidently tackle increases, decreases, and colour changing techniques specific to C2C. Each two-hour session builds towards completing your very own C2C crochet pillow.
    $140.00 incl. GST
  • How to Use CapCut for Content Marketing

    Saturday 16 May
    1 day, Sat 10:00 AM - Sat 4:00 PM At Selwyn College, Auckland.
    Sophie Guptill
    CapCut can help enhance video marketing with effects, music, subtitles and more! Course fee $40 or $80.
    $40.00 incl. GST
  • Introduction to Podcasting

    Saturday 16 May
    1 day, Sat 10:00 AM - Sat 4:00 PM At Selwyn College, Auckland.
    Brent Simpson
    Discover the art of podcasting in this six-hour workshop! Perfect for beginners, this course covers everything you need to start your podcast journey.
    $115.00 incl. GST
  • Japanese for Travellers

    Saturday 16 May
    Saturday 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM At Selwyn College, Auckland.
    Chiko Smyth
    Master 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
  • Mastering the Art of French Meringues, including Macarons

    Saturday 16 May
    One Saturday At Selwyn College, Auckland.
    Tracey Sunderland
    Step into the world of elegant French baking in this hands-on French meringue workshop. Perfect for beginners and enthusiastic home bakers alike, this class will guide you through the entire process of creating light, crisp, beautifully filled meringues and macarons from scratch.
    $130.00 incl. GST
  • Mosaics: Create a Mosaic Bird Bath

    Saturday 16 May
    Weekend workshop, Saturday 10AM to 4PM and Sunday 9AM to 12PM At Selwyn College, Auckland.
    Joanne Luker
    Come and learn how to create your own bird bath or patio bowl using recycled, beautiful, broken china, tiles and found objects.
    $142.00 incl. GST
  • The Art of the Naked Cake NEW

    Saturday 16 May
    One day, Sat 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM At Selwyn College, Auckland.
    Tim Gasson
    Discover the beauty of simplicity in this delicious hands-on Naked Cake workshop.
    $112.00 incl. GST
  • Upcycled Jewellery: Rethread and Remake Your Bead Necklaces

    Saturday 16 May
    1 day, Sat 10:00 AM - Sat 4:00 PM At Selwyn College, Auckland.
    Kathy Skellern
    Have you got broken necklaces at home that you'd love to repurpose into new jewellery? Bring some of your own old beads and fashion fabulous new necklaces. Beading afficionado Kathy will show you the tricks of turning beads into necklaces. Learn to restring beads and finish your necklace with a secure clasp.
    $74.00 incl. GST
  • Watercolours - The Next Step

    Saturday 16 May
    One day, 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM 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.
    $125.00 incl. GST
  • Zentangle Art

    Saturday 16 May
    4 hours, Sat 10:00 AM - Sat 2:00 PM At Selwyn College, Auckland.
    Anne Toth
    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.
    $74.00 incl. GST
  • Resin Glass Coasters

    Saturday 16 May
    3 hours, Sat 1:00 PM - Sat 4:00 PM At Selwyn College, Auckland.
    Andrea Waterhouse
    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.
    $85.00 incl. GST
  • Basic Soap-Making Workshop

    Sunday 17 May
    3 hours, Sun 9:00 AM - Sun 12:00 PM At Selwyn College, Auckland.
    Jacqueline Ziegler
    In this three hour workshop, you will learn the basics of soap-making and have a chance to make your own soap from scratch, using oils that you can buy in the supermarket.
    $65.00 incl. GST
  • SEO For Small Business

    Sunday 17 May
    1 day, Sun 9:00 AM - Sun 5:00 PM At Selwyn College, Auckland.
    Karyn Van Dam
    An introduction to the key concepts of Search Engine Optimisation (SEO) from an organic perspective (without purchasing advertising). Course fee
    $65.00 incl. GST
  • Botanical Drawing and Painting: Capturing Nature in Art

    Sunday 17 May
    One day, 9:30AM - 4:00PM At Selwyn College, Auckland.
    Lesley Alexander
    Love plants? Have a favourite you want to sketch? This workshop is an introduction to plant illustrations and is ideal for anyone interested in drawing and painting the botanical world.
    $145.00 incl. GST
  • Barista: Latte Art

    Sunday 17 May
    1 day, Sun 10:00 AM - Sun 4:00 PM At Selwyn College, Auckland.
    Isabella Brown
    This course is for those who can already use an espresso machine confidently, and now want upskill milk and pouring.
    $44.00 incl. GST
  • ChatGPT Made Easy: Practical Skills for Everyday Work & Life

    Sunday 17 May
    One day, 10.00 AM - 4:30 PM At Selwyn College, Auckland.
    Jam Mayer
    This hands-on course helps you get the most out of ChatGPT for writing, planning, organising, learning, and everyday problem‑solving.
    $45.00 incl. GST
  • Chocolate Making for Beginners

    Sunday 17 May
    One Sunday At Selwyn College, Auckland.
    Tracey Sunderland
    Indulge in a full day of hands-on chocolate making as you learn the essential techniques behind creating beautifully crafted artisan chocolates. This immersive workshop is perfect for beginners, food lovers, and anyone curious about the magic behind their favourite treat.
    $150.00 incl. GST
  • Colour Analysis and Makeup Workshop

    Sunday 17 May
    Sunday 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM At Selwyn College, Auckland.
    Trudy Van Zyl
    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.
    $98.00 incl. GST
  • Creating Abstract Landscapes in Oils

    Sunday 17 May
    One Day - Sunday 10:00 AM- 4:00PM At Selwyn College, Auckland.
    Sally Barron
    Spend an inspiring weekend with Sally to develop landscape painting techniques in oils. You will depict, in a semi-abstract form, a landscape that is important to you.
    $168.00 incl. GST
  • Crystal Macramé Jewellery

    Sunday 17 May
    3 hours, Sun 10:00 AM - Sun 1:00 PM At Selwyn College, Auckland.
    Yoko Onishi
    Discover the art of micro macramé as you learn the skills to create your own beautifully wrapped crystal pendant. In this hands-on workshop, you’ll gain confidence in simple knotting techniques and learn how to securely bind raw crystals so they become unique, wearable pieces of jewellery.
    $92.00 incl. GST
  • Innovative Fibre Arts: Off-Loom Weaving and Wet-Felting Techniques

    Sunday 17 May
    1 day, Sun 10:00 AM - Sun 4:00 PM At Selwyn College, Auckland.
    Discover the creative possibilities of fibre art in this hands-on workshop with Liz Mitchell one of NZ’s leading fashion designers. By the end of the course, you’ll leave with a unique finished piece and the confidence to continue exploring these innovative techniques at home.
    $180.00 incl. GST
  • Portrait Photography

    Sunday 17 May
    One day, 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM At Selwyn College, Auckland.
    Chris Zwaagdyk
    Move beyond casual snapshots and learn how to create expressive, artistic portraits in this four hour, hands on photography workshop
    $68.00 incl. GST
  • Walking the Camino de Santiago

    Sunday 17 May
    One day, 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM At Selwyn College, Auckland.
    Marysia Depczynski
    Do you have the Camino de Santiago on your bucket list? Find out about the life changing pilgrimage through this captivating course and learn the dos and don'ts to successfully tick this one off your list.
    $60.00 incl. GST
  • Vinay's Healthy South East Asian Cooking Class

    Monday 18 May
    2 hours, Mon 6:30 PM - Mon 8:30 PM At Selwyn College, Auckland.
    Vinay Gupta
    Join Vinay to create this delicious and aromatic meal using banana leaves less oil than usual SE Asian recipes. You'll also learn a tasty rice accompaniment.
    $59.00 incl. GST
  • Eat to Beat Inflammation

    Monday 18 May
    Monday, 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM At Selwyn College, Auckland.
    Emily Boese
    Come and learn from a qualified naturopath how the foods you eat can tip the scales towards lowering inflammation- helping you recover faster and feel better!
    $25.00 incl. GST
  • Think Talk: Counteracting Global Autocracy

    Tuesday 19 May
    1 hour, Tue 7:30 PM - Tue 8:30 PM At Selwyn College, Auckland.
    Chris Ogden
    The rise of authoritarian movements around the world presents an accelerating illiberal trend in international affairs.
    $5.00 incl. GST
  • Gut Health

    Wednesday 20 May
    One Wednesday, 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM At Selwyn College, Auckland.
    Nicola Lincoln
    Discover the powerful connection between your gut, brain, and immune system in this informative and accessible workshop.
    $35.00 incl. GST
  • Vinay's North Indian Style Lentil Curry & Pilaf

    Monday 25 May
    2 hours, Mon 6:30 PM - Mon 8:30 PM At Selwyn College, Auckland.
    Vinay Gupta
    Join Vinay for an evening of learning, cooking and eating as he helps you to make a North Indian style lentil curry with a tasty rice pilaf on the side.
    $59.00 incl. GST
  • Pruning

    Wednesday 27 May
    Wednesday 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM & Saturday 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM At Selwyn College, Auckland.
    Paul Crowhurst
    Discover how to correctly prune fruit trees and ornamental bushes for maximum productivity. This course consists one weeknight classroom session then a Saturday workshop offsite at a nearby venue (to be advised).
    $53.00 incl. GST
  • Floral Design: Creating Art with Pressed Flowers

    Friday 29 May
    Two and a half hours Kings Plant Barn, 86 Lunn Avenue.
    Lorna Gardiner
    In this creative two and a half hour workshop, you’ll learn how to turn delicate pressed blooms into a beautiful framed artwork - an elegant way to showcase nature’s details.
    $90.00 incl. GST
  • June 2026
  • The Art of European Soups: From Gazpacho to Minestrone

    Tuesday 02 June
    Three Tuesdays, 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM At Selwyn College, Auckland.
    June Renwick
    Join us for a delicious three-session cooking course dedicated to mastering the art of European soups! From the cool and creamy Vichyssoise to the refreshing Gazpacho and comforting Minestrone, this course will teach you the techniques and flavours that make these iconic soups truly unforgettable. This course will also include how to make delicious accompaniments including Focaccia, Italian Sage Sticks and Gougeres.
    $115.00 incl. GST
  • 105 Retirement Planning

    Wednesday 03 June
    Four Wednesdays , 7:00PM- 8:30PM At Selwyn College, Auckland.
    Dylan Mann
    Aged 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
  • Principles of Small Garden Design

    Wednesday 03 June
    3 Wednesdays, 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM At Selwyn College, Auckland.
    Paul Crowhurst
    Create the best from your small courtyard or garden and create another room for modern living.
    $80.00 incl. GST
  • Knife Skills 101 - Vegetables and Fruit

    Saturday 06 June
    One morning At Selwyn College, Auckland.
    Tracey Sunderland
    Unlock confidence in the kitchen with this practical, hands-on knife skills workshop focused on preparing fruit and vegetables safely and efficiently. Perfect for beginners, home cooks, or anyone who wants to improve their speed and accuracy, this course teaches the essential techniques that make everyday cooking easier and more enjoyable.
    $104.00 incl. GST
  • Sourdough Bread

    Saturday 06 June
    3 hours, Sat 9:00 AM - Sat 12:00 PM At Selwyn College, Auckland.
    Kristina Cope
    Sourdough 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
  • WordPress Bootcamp

    Saturday 06 June
    Full weekend, Saturday & Sunday 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM At Selwyn College, Auckland.
    David Partis
    This two-day course focuses on the background to WordPress, how each version works, and how to edit and manage the WordPress dashboard. You will then go on to install WordPress in class and over the weekend build a model website. Course fee $120 or $276.
    $120.00 incl. GST
  • Calligraphy - An Introduction

    Saturday 06 June
    1 day, Sat 9:30 AM - Sat 3:30 PM At Selwyn College, Auckland.
    Margaret Woollett
    Come along and spend a day being introduced to the art of calligraphy and learn techniques to achieve beautiful lettering for stationery, invitations, signs and cards. Materials included and you'll take home a starter pack. Please note this is an adults course and is not suitable for children.
    $88.00 incl. GST
  • Resin Jewellery

    Saturday 06 June
    3 hours, Sat 9:30 AM - Sat 12:30 PM At Selwyn College, Auckland.
    Maca Bernal
    Explore 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
  • Spanish for Travellers Weekend Course

    Saturday 06 June
    Saturday and Sunday 9:30 AM - 1 PM both days At Selwyn College, Auckland.
    Sergio Alvarez
    Make your trip to Spain, Latin America or South America more enjoyable by learning helpful phrases and vocabulary before you go.
    $130.00 incl. GST
  • The Art of Kintsugi

    Saturday 06 June
    2 hours, Sat 9:30 AM - Sat 11:30 AM At Selwyn College, Auckland.
    Ema Frost
    Come 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
  • Up-cycled Jewellery: Feather earrings and more from inner tubes

    Saturday 06 June
    3 hours, Sat 9:30 AM - Sat 12:30 PM At Selwyn College, Auckland.
    Ronja Schipper
    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.
    $55.00 incl. GST
  • Abstraction and Pattern

    Saturday 06 June
    1 day, Sat 10:00 AM - Sat 4:00 PM At Selwyn College, Auckland.
    Ekaterina Dimieva
    Join 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
  • Barista for Beginners

    Saturday 06 June
    Saturday 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM At Selwyn College, Auckland.
    Isabella Brown
    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).
    $55.00 incl. GST
  • Bring Your Own Sewing Project

    Saturday 06 June
    1 day, Sat 10:00 AM - Sat 4:00 PM At Selwyn College, Auckland.
    Karen Balmer
    Bring your sewing project to life! This hands-on course is perfect for anyone looking for individual guidance on their personal sewing projects
    $120.00 incl. GST
  • Crash Course in Container Gardening

    Saturday 06 June
    3 hours, Sat 10:00 AM - Sat 1:00 PM At Selwyn College, Auckland.
    Paul Crowhurst
    Learn the special tricks of container gardening from an expert.
    $45.00 incl. GST
  • Exploring the History of Italy - A One Day Journey from Unification to Republic

    Saturday 06 June
    1 day, Sat 10:00 AM - Sat 4:00 PM At Selwyn College, Auckland.
    Giulia Borelli
    Come and join Giulia, globetrotter, Italian teacher and podcaster as she unveils the intricate history of Italy to unification and its 20-year fascist dictatorship. On the way you will look at how modern history transformed iconic cities like Florence and Rome and look at some of the important women who were part of this.
    $80.00 incl. GST
  • Floral Design: Dried Floral Arrangements

    Saturday 06 June
    4 hours, Sat 10:00 AM - Sat 2:00 PM At Selwyn College, Auckland.
    Lorna Gardiner
    Dried flowers are experiencing huge revival in the fields of interior design and even weddings. In this class you will use dried flowers to create a dried floral wreath, as well as learning the basics of drying flowers.
    $107.00 incl. GST
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