Saturday

CHEESE MAKING: Halloumi & Ricotta

Tutor/Facilitator: Alexis Murti
1 Saturday morning - On 14 June from 9am-12pm

You make the cheese at this intensely practical DIY 'hands-in' workshop because the key to good cheese making is knowing how the cheese should look and, most importantly, how it should feel at different points in it's creation. During this three hour hands-on workshop, you will be guided through the cheese making process while you make your own Halloumi and Ricotta which you will be able to take home and show off at the end!

Fees: NZ$115 - fee includes ingredients, bring a container to take cheese home

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CUSHION CREATIONS WORKSHOP

Tutor/Facilitator: Sarah Scott
1 Saturday - Saturday 14 June from 9am - 3pm

Cushions are integral to adding comfort, texture and colour to any room and it is so easy to make your own. This day long workshop will cover some basics of sewing and how to sew your own cushion covers. For those new to sewing we will make a simple cover with no closures and for those more experienced we can add closures, or even sew up a squab. At the end of the day you should leave with at least one completed cushion and the confidence to make more on your own. Sewing machines and tools will be provided, however students are to supply their own materials. If you wish to bring in your own sewing machine you may but please bring the user manual along as well.

Fees: NZ$80 - Bring your own fabric, cotton, cushion insert and zip if needed

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HIGH TEA - How to host

Tutor/Facilitator: Mandy Keen
1 Saturday - 26 July from 10am - 2pm

PLEASE NOTE DATE CHANGE to 21st June. Come along to a masterclass in high tea from decorations to food to etiquette. If you've always wanted to host a special morning or afternoon tea then you'll love this class where we will cover all the bases from basic on a budget to going all out for a loved one's birthday and the sky's the limit.

Fees: NZ$70 - fee includes ingredients

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SELF DEFENCE ESSENTIALS: Krav Maga(Age 15+)

Tutor/Facilitator: Peter Kani
1 Saturday afternoon - On 14 June from 12 noon -3pm

This 3-hour, self-defense essentials workshop is designed for beginners of all fitness levels, and will provide you with a fun and useful introduction to the fundamentals of the IKMF Krav Maga civilian self-defense curriculum. Whether you have previous martial arts experience or are brand new to self-defense, this workshop will provide you with practical, easy-to-learn techniques that can help you protect yourself in a dangerous or violent situation. By the end of the workshop you’ll leave with the confidence to take action and to effectively respond in a situation, rather than feeling helpless. In this workshop, you will learn: The essential principles of developing a self-defense mindset, including how to use controlled aggression as a tool to defend against violence. We’ll also discuss the key practical, psychological, and legal considerations you need to keep in mind when defending yourself. Simple but effective strikes designed for real-world self-defense situations. Reflexive blocking and deflection techniques that are intuitive and easy to practice. How to use everyday, common objects as self-defense tools in unexpected situations. How to prevent and escape some of the most common self-defense problems. Krav Maga is a highly effective self-defense system that was originally developed for military use but has since been adapted to suit the unique needs of various groups, including law enforcement, VIP protection teams, civilians, women, children, and people with physical disabilities. Known for its practicality and ease of learning, Krav Maga is designed to help individuals of all backgrounds and abilities protect themselves with confidence. The civilian version of Krav Maga, in particular, emphasizes minimizing harm to yourself, quickly neutralizing threats, and escaping to safety as soon as possible. It’s a system built on simple, straightforward techniques that anyone can learn and apply. Whether you're looking to build confidence and feel more empowered or simply want to feel more prepared in everyday situations, this workshop is for you. We look forward to having you with us!

Fees: NZ$60

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SOUPS AND STEWS

Tutor/Facilitator: Mandy Keen
1 Saturday from 9:30 - 2pm - 10th May

UNFORTUNATELY THIS COURSE HAS BEEN CANCELLED. Learn the basics of flavour bases for soups and stews and how to enhance them with dumplings etc to make them into a complete, hearty and nourishing meal that can be portioned and frozen or prepared in a slow cooker so that you can arrive home and dinner is ready. Please let us know if you are vegetarian as we can cover meat free cooking in this class.

Fees: NZ$70 - fee includes ingredients

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