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Some people think songwriting is a mysterious, unexplainable process. But luckily, those people are wrong! Like most things, writing songs is much easier when you’re equipped with the right tools.

Join DJ Shan from the Aotearoa DJ Academy and be introduced to the basics of DJing in a practical, hands-on learning experience.

So you want to produce music? Find out how to make a beat from scratch, create drum patterns, basslines, samples and basic mic recording techniques to create a new song.

Learn the basic chords, strumming and lots of songs. Bring your acoustic guitar.

Follow on from the beginners' course and learn barré chords, more complex strumming styles and simple finger picking. Bring your own acoustic guitar.

Get the basics of playing the piano in a fun group which will set you on your own musical path. Keyboards provided. Enrol early as the course is limited to eight participants.

Advance your keyboard skills beyond the beginner level. Keyboards provided. Limited to eight participants.

Would you like to sing in a supportive and fun group? No experience necessary - all welcome, from those who want to rediscover their singing voice, to those who consider themselves 'non-singers'...you may discover a hidden talent!

Learn the basics of this popular, easy-to-play instrument. Bring your own ukulele.

Expand your knowledge of chords and the fret board. Bring your own ukulele.

Come and learn the basics of Tango, Salsa, Bachata and more in this two half-day intensive course. Move and groove in Latin American style!

A chance to learn to dance for a special social occasion, feel more confident on the floor at a wedding or ball or just learn the classics.

Come and learn the basics of Salsa, Tango, Bachata and more and get moving and grooving Latin-American style!

Looking for exercise that's fun? Try Scottish dancing! It's social and energetic – exercise for body and mind, done to toe-tapping music!

Come and learn how to be a clown! Clowning is one of the oldest forms of comedy, and a great way to connect with a more confident and playful version of yourself.

This course is for you if you want help with all kinds of performances – from stage delivery through to interviews; from giving a speech to making a business pitch – there are many kinds of performance where we need to deliver our very best. This is a masterclass in authentic confidence on stage and beyond. Develop presence when performing or speaking and increase your personal impact, authenticity and embodied leadership.

Join DJ Shan from the Aotearoa DJ Academy and be introduced to the basics of DJing in a practical, hands-on learning experience.

So you want to produce music? Find out how to make a beat from scratch, create drum patterns, basslines, samples and basic mic recording techniques to create a new song.

There are no rules in scriptwriting, only principles. Learn how your favourite movies are built from these principles and begin to create your own.

Need to “step up” and speak to an audience as part of your working life and find it difficult? This course will equip you with strategies to assist and provide opportunities to build your confidence in this role.