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BEGINNING YOUR FAMILY TREE:Tutor/Facilitator: Jan Powell TThis course is for people who are new to genealogy or who need help making progress with their family tree. It will provide practical and theoretical help using a range of New Zealand and overseas records. The course is hands-on, and you will learn how and where to search for people and information. You'll learn how to save your findings on to hand-written pages or a genealogy computer program Fees: NZ$85 Click here for more information on this course or to enrol 
Break Free From Emotional EatingTutor/Facilitator: Camilla Watson If your weight pattern has an emotional driver that is not addressed it will be impossible to maintain any new habits for the long term. Perhaps you eat when lonely or bored, when stressed, or depressed, or when you're angry and can't express it? Maybe in the past you've used weight as an excuse; to limit you, to not engage in relationships, to hide in the background, get out of activities? Maybe you feel ashamed or out of control around food? What habits do you have around food and where did they come from? Fees: NZ$25 Click here for more information on this course or to enrol 
CYBERSAFETY: Health & WellbeingTutor/Facilitator: Charlotte Stevens Many parents/caregivers today share an interest - and even sometimes a concern about their kids' digital lives. This seminar will introduce you to issues, topics and concerns re students online digital footprint. Topics open for discussion could include cyberbulling, video violence and or pornographic content, digital footprint, privacy surveillance, social media and body image. Fees: NZ$25 Click here for more information on this course or to enrol 
Defensive Driving (February)Tutor/Facilitator: Peter Sheppard On Monday 11, Wednesday 13, Monday 18 and Wednesday 20 February. Improve your driving skills, steer clear of danger and/or reduce your time on a restricted licence. An additional $60 is required to be paid to a driving instructor for the in car practical. Fees: NZ$135 Click here for more information on this course or to enrol 
Defensive Driving (March)Tutor/Facilitator: Peter Sheppard Improve your driving skills, steer clear of danger and/or reduce your time on a restricted licence. An additional $60 is required to be paid to a driving instructor for the in car practical. Fees: NZ$135 Click here for more information on this course or to enrol Arun has worked in many restaurants overseas and in New Zealand. He will teach you how to make that special dinner to present at home. Fees: NZ$60 Click here for more information on this course or to enrol 
INDIAN MEALS: Quick, Easy & AuthenticTutor/Facilitator: Manjula Patel Make quick nutritious meals with heaps of flavour. Fees: NZ$70 Click here for more information on this course or to enrol Love lace? Learn the centuries old craft of bobbin lacemaking to make your own lace edgings. Fees: NZ$115 Click here for more information on this course or to enrol 
MAORI LANGUAGE & CULTURE: Level 1Tutor/Facilitator: Tina MihaereRees An introductory course in Te Reo. Fees: NZ$65 Click here for more information on this course or to enrol 
Musical Keyboard SkillsTutor/Facilitator: Jean Hollier Learn to use the musical keyboard. One hour individual and group tuition plus practice time using the schools' electronic keyboards. Usually split into 2 groups with start times of either 6.30 or 7.30pm. Please bring your own headphones. Fees: NZ$110 Click here for more information on this course or to enrol 
NAVIGATING DEMENTIA: Concerned about a person's memory?Tutor/Facilitator: Emma Fromings This two hour session will cover: - What is and isn’t dementia - What to do if you are concerned about changes in memory or thinking - How to support a family member or friend living with dementia - The support and resources available from Dementia Wellington and other organisations Fees: NZ$20 Click here for more information on this course or to enrol 
New Zealand Sign Language: Level 2ATutor/Facilitator: Ripeka Bird This course is for those who have already completed a year of NZ Sign language ie level 1 Fees: NZ$65 Click here for more information on this course or to enrol The Tawa Orchestra is a community orchestra that attracts players of all ages and walks of life. No audition required – minimum standard Grade V. You will learn the dynamics of being part of a full orchestra including rehearsal techniques, sectionals, and performance. The Tawa Orchestra will perform at least 3 concerts throughout the year and may include collaborations with other community groups and visiting artists. New members can join at any time. Fees: NZ$195 Click here for more information on this course or to enrol 
PILATES: Beginner (Mon)Tutor/Facilitator: Barbara Wefers Pilates is a blend of physical and mental workouts helping you to increase your flexibility and core strength, and improve your posture. Fees: NZ$75 Click here for more information on this course or to enrol 
PILATES: Beginner Daytime (Monday)Tutor/Facilitator: Barbara Wefers This course is held at Linden Community Centre Pilates is a blend of physical and mental workouts helping you to increase your flexibility and core strength, and improve your posture. The course is suitable for beginners and those who have not done an exercise programme before. Fees: NZ$75 Click here for more information on this course or to enrol 
PILATES: Intermediate (Mon)Tutor/Facilitator: Barbara Wefers Pilates is a blend of physical and mental workouts helping you to increase your flexibility and core strength, and improve your posture. This class is suitable for intermediate students who have attended some Pilate's classes before. Fees: NZ$75 Click here for more information on this course or to enrol 
POTTERY: Beginner Wheel workTutor/Facilitator: Anne Glennie Learn to centre clay on the wheel and the beginnings of throwing basic shapes such as cylinder, bowl and plate. This course is suitable for those who are beginners. Materials and all firing costs (approx. $30) are extra and are paid directly to the tutor. Please note this class is held at Gear Homestead Okowai Road, Porirua. Fees: NZ$160 Click here for more information on this course or to enrol 
Raranga: Creating Taonga with Harakeke (Beginner)Tutor/Facilitator: Nina Paaka Learn how to harvest and prepare Harakeke (flax), including kohua (boiling), weave putiputi a place mat and a wall hanging while using traditional techniques and methods, including karakia, tikanga and Te reo Maori. This class is great for those with no experience to minimum experience. I believe the most important part of weaving is the preparation and basics, I am privileged to be able to teach you and guide you through your first stages of Raranga. Fees: NZ$65 Click here for more information on this course or to enrol The class will cater for intermediate sewers. All students will be helped, shown techniques and short cuts. Bring pattern, material & sewing kit, current sewing project, or idea to the first lesson. Fees: NZ$110 |
