- May 2023
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Beginners Drama for 8 - 10 Year Olds
Wednesday 03 MayThis 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 5219623 for more information.$160.00 incl. GST -
Dancercise for the 40+
Wednesday 03 MayThis 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.$85.00 incl. GST -
French Level 2
Wednesday 03 MayA Level 2 course to follow on from our French Level 1 course.$149.00 incl. GST -
Te Reo Māori Introduction 2
Wednesday 03 MayFor those who have attended our Te Reo Introduction 1 course. Continue learning Te Reo and Te Ao Māori. Please contact the office if you are new to our programme. To claim a fee subsidy, you should attend at least 80% of classes. To find out when future courses are scheduled, register your interest via the link below. Courses are face-to-face unless clearly marked otherwise.$60.00 incl. GST -
Yin Yoga
Wednesday 03 MayHave you tried Yin Yoga? If you’re tired, perhaps struggling to manage stress or anxiety, craving energy, or perhaps overstimulated with a busy mind, it might just be the answer. Yin Yoga is the gentle side of a yoga practice, passive with supported postures and targeting the deeper connective tissues: ligaments, joints and fascia. Resting between postures to feel the Rebound allows us to return to our centre, our balance and find the inner stillness that is available to us all.$135.00 incl. GST -
Abstract Painting
Wednesday 03 MayThis 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.$182.00 incl. GST -
Ancient Greece from the Trojan Horse to Alexander the Great
Wednesday 03 MayTravel back through time for this four part historical overview of Ancient Greece. This informative and captivating course will cover four periods of Ancient Greek history with a focus on Athens including early Greece (1600-600 BC), the Archaic period, the Classical period and the Hellenistic Period.$90.00 incl. GST -
Introduction to Art History - Renaissance to Surrealist Art
Wednesday 03 MayJoin Anya to learn about the great artists including Michelangelo, Rubens, Van Gogh and Dali. Learn about the broader social and historical influences on art, and how art in turn influences society.$130.00 incl. GST -
Italian Cuisine
Wednesday 03 MayJoin our popular Italian cooking tutor Lorenzo to learn a series of main dishes, and antipasti. He will demonstrate the traditional way of preparing these Italian dishes, with sauces made from scratch, to produce fresh and flavourful meals.$195.00 incl. GST -
Overcome Obstacles to Creativity
Wednesday 03 MayBased on the principles of Creative Arts Therapy, this course will help you discover practical ways to overcome obstacles to creative expression.$149.00 incl. GST -
Yoga - Continuing
Wednesday 03 MayFurther explore aspects of traditional Yoga including: breathing, meditation and deep relaxation, and learn more challenging postures.$96.00 incl. GST -
Korean Beginners 2
Wednesday 03 MayContinue your Korean language learning journey with Cecilia.$50.00 incl. GST -
Chinese Mandarin Beginners
Wednesday 03 MayAre you interested in speaking Chinese language? Are you working in an organisation which needs to deal with Chinese-speaking people? Are you going to travel in China or conduct business with Chinese? Join Dodo to explore Chinese culture, and start your Chinese language learning journey.$50.00 incl. GST -
Exotic South Asian Street Food
Wednesday 03 MayJoin Vinay and he will introduce you to a selection of traditional foods from South East Asia. You will learn about spices, flavours and tips and tricks to create an array of authentic and delicious meals which are easy to create at home once you know the secrets!$158.00 incl. GST -
Fashion Drawing for Beginners
Wednesday 03 MayRooted in fine arts and illustration and taking inspiration from fashion, this drawing course will teach fundamental skills in drawing the human body.$150.00 incl. GST -
Hindi for Beginners
Wednesday 03 MayLearn Hindi, explore Indian culture, traditions and language in a friendly, interactive atmosphere.$50.00 incl. GST -
Jin Shin Jyutsu - Practical Self-Help Energy Medicine
Wednesday 03 MayJoin Kay Garven to learn to practice and understand this 5000 year old art of reawakening one’s awareness. During this course you will learn conscious breathing, and eight powerful mudras (postures and hand positions) for the restoration of health and healing.$92.00 incl. GST -
Microsoft Excel Advanced - Formulae and Functions
Wednesday 03 MayWe aim to cover the top 15 functions you might need to advance your Excel skills, and the techniques you need to make them work harder; absolute and mixed cell references, nesting, using range names and Table ‘structured references’. Please read below for greater detail and prerequisite skills.$25.00 incl. GST -
Microsoft Word - Beginners
Wednesday 03 MayLearn or update your computer skills to produce attractive, structured letters and forms. Become adept at copying, cutting, pasting, editing and formatting text, tabs and leaders, tables and columns. Additional classes will be added when there is demand.$35.00 incl. GST -
Pattern Alteration and Design
Wednesday 03 MayLearn how to create your own design by altering an existing pattern. At the first lesson, we will discuss your design ideas and look at suitable pattern options on-line. You will then purchase the pattern to alter and tailor. Suitable for those with some sewing skills.$167.00 incl. GST -
Pottery Beginners
Wednesday 03 MayHave you ever wanted to work with clay, but not known where to start? Come and learn a range of skills that you can later adapt to fulfil your creative ideas. This course, designed for beginners or relative beginners, teaches hand building skills in a structured way. It is essential to attend the first two evening classes or the first weekend day to learn foundational skills. Do you want us to email you when new courses are scheduled? Click on "Let me know about future course dates".$310.00 incl. GST -
Russian Beginners
Wednesday 03 MayAlways wanted to learn Russian? Intrigued about Russian and its language? Get started with learning the language and the Russian cyrillic alphabet.$149.00 incl. GST -
Te Reo Māori Introduction 1
Wednesday 03 MayMost courses are offered in the classroom but with the current covid climate, will change to zoom if necessary so be aware of this when joining. This course is for those new or relatively new to Te Reo Māori and Māori culture. Read below the course dates for course commitments. Please register your interest in the link below and we'll email you when new courses are scheduled.$60.00 incl. GST -
Te Reo Māori Introduction 3
Wednesday 03 MayContinue your Te Reo and Te Ao Maaori studies. This is a continuation course for those who have successfully completed our Introduction 1 and 2 courses. If you have not previously studied Te Reo at Selwyn Community Education, please contact the office. For future courses, please register your interest below and we'll email you when new courses scheduled.$60.00 incl. GST -
English Upper Intermediate Current Affairs
Thursday 04 MayFor Upper Intermediate learners. Course fee $0 - $214Free Course for some students -
Drama Production for 9 - 12 Year Olds
Friday 05 MayFollowing 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.$160.00 incl. GST -
Microsoft Excel Advanced: Dashboard Building
Saturday 06 MayExplore the graphical elements used to present your dashboard, particularly lesser known chart types such as the Bullet Chart, doughnut charts and Excel's Sparklines. For the advanced Excel user who can already use PivotTables.$70.00 incl. GST -
English IELTS Intensive Weekend
Saturday 06 MayAn intensive weekend IELTS preparation course to help you prepare for your IELTS test. You will learn strategies and test conditions across all four disciplines - speaking, reading, listening and writing. Ideal for those who are unable to do a week day course or an 8 week evening course. Registration via our office - info@selwycomed.school.nz. Course fees $15 - $135 plus book.$15.00 incl. GST -
English Improve Your Pronunciation Skills - Part 1
Saturday 06 MayFor Intermediate to Advanced level English learners.$15.00 incl. GST -
Solo Travel for Women - Explore the World Fearlessly
Saturday 06 May$45.00 incl. GST -
Abstraction and Pattern
Saturday 06 MayJoin 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.$95.00 incl. GST -
Barista for Beginners
Saturday 06 MayThrough 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).$40.00 incl. GST -
Crash Course in Container Gardening
Saturday 06 MayLearn the special tricks of container gardening from an expert. Workshop runs 10am - 1pm.$42.00 incl. GST -
Create an Extravagant Wearable Art Piece
Saturday 06 MayIndulge in extravagant creation with a finalist in the NZ Wearable Arts! Join Beatrice Carlson and she will guide you as you design and make your very own creative wearable art adornment.$183.00 incl. GST -
French Travellers Weekend Course (Beginners)
Saturday 06 MayMake your next trip more enjoyable by learning some French before you go. This course is designed for those new, or relatively new, to French language.$80.00 incl. GST -
How to Make Your Own Closed Terrarium
Saturday 06 MayLearn to create closed terrariums and take home your own miniature indoor garden at the end of this workshop.$92.00 incl. GST -
How to Use Instagram for Marketing
Saturday 06 MayThis 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 fee that can be turned into a video.$40.00 incl. GST -
Macrame Plant Holder
Saturday 06 MayJoin Kathy to learn how to make a fringed, macrame holder for a pot plant.$80.00 incl. GST -
Mosaics: Create a Mosaic Bird Bath
Saturday 06 MayWeekend Workshop, Saturday 10:00AM to 4:00PM and Sunday 10:00AM to 1:00PM At Selwyn College, Auckland.Come and learn how to create your own bird bath or patio bowl using recycled, beautiful, broken china, tiles and found objects.$138.00 incl. GST -
Overcoming Social Anxiety
Saturday 06 MayDoes the thought of entering a room full of people scare you? Do you shy away from social events? Come along and learn some very easy techniques to enable you to feel more confident and self-assured.$25.00 incl. GST -
Portrait Painting
Saturday 06 MayCome 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. Includes materials $55.$185.00 incl. GST -
Pottery Beginners
Saturday 06 MayFull weekend, Sat & Sun 10 AM - 4:30 PM plus glazing session 27 May 10 AM - 1 PM At Selwyn College, Auckland.Have you ever wanted to work with clay, but not known where to start? Come and learn a range of skills that you can later adapt to fulfil your creative ideas. This course, designed for beginners or relative beginners, teaches hand building skills in a structured way. It is essential to attend the first two evening classes or the first weekend day to learn foundational skills. Do you want us to email you when new courses are scheduled? Click on "Let me know about future course dates".$310.00 incl. GST -
Sashiko Stitching for Beginners
Saturday 06 MayCome and learn the beautiful Japanese art of Sashiko Stitching with a New Zealand flavour. You'll leave the course having embroidered a cushion cover, and with the skills to repair worn clothes, giving them an extended life.$127.00 incl. GST -
Sourdough Bread
Saturday 06 MaySourdough 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. Take home a sourdough starter at the end of the course.$75.00 incl. GST -
Travel Writing with Yvonne van Dongen
Saturday 06 MayWanting to record your travel experiences whether exploring New Zealand or travelling further afield? Join experienced travel writer Yvonne Van Dongen and learn how to put these experiences into words for a blog, an email, a journal or for publication.$120.00 incl. GST -
Soft Stone Sculpture with Gillian Elmslie
Saturday 06 MayCreate 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 -
Solid Shampoo and Conditioner Bars
Saturday 06 MayGreat for gifts. Less packaging. Kind on your pocket. Learn to make solid shampoo and conditioner bars.$62.00 incl. GST -
Voice Work: Unlock the Power of Your Voice
Saturday 06 MayThis voice workshop is for anyone who wants to increase their vocal confidence and enjoy being able to fully express themselves using voice.$40.00 incl. GST -
Block Printing on Fabric and Paper
Sunday 07 MayJoin textile artist Lesley on this fun workshop and learn how to create your own wooden printing blocks and explore ways to transfer your creativity onto a surface of either paper or fabric.$127.00 incl. GST -
Cake Decorating - Modelling with Fondant and Sugar Paste
Sunday 07 MayFrom minions to penguins, elephants to giraffes, and roses to wild flowers, this class will introduce you to working with sugar paste and modelling fondant to make basic animals, flowers and figurines.$65.00 incl. GST