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BUILDING RESILIENCE IN CHILDRENTutor/Facilitator: Camilla Watson Resilience is an important character we want our children to have and is particularly important for the fast-paced world we live in. Children who do well in the face of adversity and hardship will have developed various coping and stress-management skills. Learn how you can share some of these with children and young people around you. Fees: NZ$25 Click here for more information on this course or to enrol 
Defensive Driving (February)Tutor/Facilitator: Peter Sheppard Improve your driving skills, steer clear of danger and/or reduce your time on a restricted licence. This covers the theory part of the course only. An additional $60 is required to be paid to a driving instructor for the in car practical. On Monday and Wednesday nights for 2 weeks. 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 
Defensive Driving (November)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. This class is held on 2 Monday nights and 2 Wednesday nights Fees: NZ$135 Click here for more information on this course or to enrol 
INDIAN MEALS: Quick, Easy & AuthenticTutor/Facilitator: Manjula Patel This course has been CANCELLED, Make quick nutritious meals with heaps of flavour. You bring your own ingredients and container to take your meals home. Fees: NZ$70 Click here for more information on this course or to enrol Discover the exotic flavours of Indian-Chinese cuisine, where Chinese seasoning and cooking techniques are adapted to suit Indian Tastes. Fees: NZ$115 Click here for more information on this course or to enrol 
LACE MAKING: Beginner & IntermediateTutor/Facilitator: Andrea Lynch Love lace? Learn the centuries old craft of bobbin lacemaking to make your own lace edgings. The class is suitable for beginners and for those who have already made some lace. Fees: NZ$115 Click here for more information on this course or to enrol 
Musical Keyboard SkillsTutor/Facilitator: Jean Hollier This class is now FULL. 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 
New Zealand Sign Language: Level 1CTutor/Facilitator: Ripeka Bird This course is for those who have completed a 1B class in NZ Sign Language. Units 6 & 7 will be covered 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 This class is FULL. 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 class has been CANCELLED. 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 Work (Feb)Tutor/Facilitator: Anne Glennie This class is now FULL. This class is an introduction to throwing clay on a pottery wheel or for extension for students who have done a previous wheelwork course. Students learn to centre clay on the wheel and the basics of throwing the foundation shapes of cylinders and bowls. Please note that glazing will be done on the final week (6 April 2020), so it is essential that students can attend on that evening as there are no alternative opportunities to glaze work. The costs for clay, firing and glazing materials are extra and will vary depending on how much a student makes. Please bring $30 materials deposit payable in cash to the tutor on the first night. Some students may not use all this deposit however productive students may be required to pay more. This class is held at Gear Homestead Woolshed Potters clubrooms, Gear Homestead, Okowai Road Porirua and is for ADULTS ONLY. Fees: NZ$165 Click here for more information on this course or to enrol 
POTTERY: Beginner Wheel work (May)Tutor/Facilitator: Anne Glennie This class is now FULL. This class is an introduction to throwing clay on a pottery wheel or for extension for students who have done a previous wheelwork course. Students learn to centre clay on the wheel and the basics of throwing the foundation shapes of cylinders and bowls. Please note that glazing will be done on the final week (6 April 2020), so it is essential that students can attend on that evening as there are no alternative opportunities to glaze work. The costs for clay, firing and glazing materials are extra and will vary depending on how much a student makes. Please bring $30 materials deposit payable in cash to the tutor on the first night. Some students may not use all this deposit however productive students may be required to pay more. This class is held at Gear Homestead Woolshed Potters clubrooms, Gear Homestead, Okowai Road Porirua and is for ADULTS ONLY. Fees: NZ$165 Click here for more information on this course or to enrol 
Raranga: Creating Taonga with Harakeke (Beginner)Tutor/Facilitator: Nina Paaka This class is now FULL. Come along and learn the basic knowledge and history of traditional and contemporary Maori weaving with Nina Paaka. Throughout the term you will learn reo Maori, tikanga o te whare pora (protocols within the house of weaving), how to harvest and prepare Harakeke (flax), learn how to weave putiputi (flowers), placemat/coaster, konae (2 sided purse) and wall hanging. This is a great way to start your raranga (weaving) journey, all beginners welcome. Fees: NZ$65 Click here for more information on this course or to enrol 
Sewing: IntermediateTutor/Facilitator: Joyce Tam This class is now FULL. 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 |
