Upcoming courses

Sat 9 May 2026

1 day, Sat 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM

Not for beginners - for those who have recently attended a Leadlighting course at Wellington High School CEC

Sat 9 May 2026

1 day, Sat 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM

Want to learn to sew quickly? Get the essentials in this one-day workshop and take away your own lined bag, lots of ideas and skills to carry on sewing! A list of materials to bring (approximate cost $50) will be sent out before the course starts.

Sat 9 May 2026

1 day, Sat 9:30 AM – 3:30 PM

Are you looking to polish your CV and cover letter writing skills to nail your next job application? This course provides you with the tools to create a strong and updated CV and cover letter writing, using skills that are personalised to you. (NZ citizen and residents free with ID, all others pay listed price).

Sat 9 May 2026

1 day, Sat 9:30 AM – 3:30 PM

Join us for a no-nonsense, straight-talking session on men’s health and aging. Discover how to stay strong, sharp, and in control as the years go by. It's time to break the silence and tackle the issues that matter most—your energy, vitality, and longevity. Don’t let aging slow you down. Step up, connect with other men, and take charge of your health. (Free for NZ Citizens/Residents, others pay fee of $120)

Sat 9 May 2026

1 day, Sat 9:30 AM – 4:30 PM

A hands-on, one-day workshop blending mindfulness, neuroscience and self-awareness to help you feel better, relate better, and live with more clarity and purpose. (NZ citizens and residents free with ID, others pay $120)

Sat 9 May 2026

1 day, Sat 9:30 AM – 3:30 PM

"Everything starts with awareness and a good plan." This isn't your typical financial budgeting session where the tutor tells you to stop buying coffee. It's about understanding the psychology behind how you spend or save, and discovering how you can make preparing for your future easier and more enjoyable. Once you understand how you regard money, you can take control of yours! (NZ citizens and residents free with ID, all others pay $120).

Sat 9 May 2026

1 day, Sat 9:30 AM – 4:00 PM

Whether you’re already retired, or planning ahead, this practical workshop will help you to reflect, re-envision and re-vitalise your life and develop a plan for your future, on your own terms. (NZ citizens and residents free with ID, all others pay listed price).

12 May 2026 - 9 Jun 2026

5 weeks, Tue 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM

Night photography is, by its nature, magical. In the photographer’s hands, the camera becomes a magic box that allows the night to be caught in a way the human eye could never see. Not for beginners to photography. Course includes night-time field trips.

12 May 2026 - 16 Jun 2026

6 weeks, Tue 5:30 PM – 8:00 PM

This course is for beginners who have no prior knowledge of te reo Māori or Māori culture. (NZ Citizens and residents pay $110 with ID, all others pay $205).

13 May 2026 - 17 Jun 2026

6 weeks, Wed 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM

Tai Chi is meditation in motion and beneficial for your health, balance and concentration.

Sat 16 May 2026

1 day, Sat 9:00 AM – 3:30 PM

Ask the big question – what is the ‘Why’ of your life? Reflect on your emotional needs. Learn how to identify an overarching purpose and a wider meaning that is larger than yourself. Work with your personal values to develop a life purpose statement and goals that can guide how you live, work and play. (NZ Citizens and residents pay $49 with ID, all others pay $120).

Sat 16 May 2026

1 day, Sat 9:30 AM – 1:30 PM

During this intensely practical, hands-on workshop, you will be guided through each step of the cheesemaking process while making your very own round of Double Cream ‘NZ style’ Brie. You will also be shown how to make Queso Fresco cheese which you will get to sample afterwards. All ingredients included in course fee.

Sat 16 May 2026

1 day, Sat 9:30 AM – 1:30 PM

Get a taste of Singapore in our half-day workshop where you’ll make some traditional hawker recipes. Some communal ingredients supplied, a list of other ingredients will be sent out before the course starts (approx cost $35). Not suitable for those who are vegetarian or gluten-free.

Sat 16 May 2026

1 day, Sat 9:30 AM – 11:30 AM

Come and learn how to make a dried flower wreath (25-30cm wide) with Red Ruth from Bloomin Heck Wreaths. All materials included in course fee.

Sat 16 May 2026

1 day, Sat 9:30 AM – 3:30 PM

Get the best results in job interviews. Learn how to approach behavioural questions and impress the interview panel. Ace interviews using the potent STARR method. Use it to your advantage by answering competency focused questions with winning replies. (NZ citizen and residents free with ID, all others pay listed price).

Sat 16 May 2026

1 day, Sat 9:30 AM – 3:30 PM

AI tools like ChatGPT are everywhere, but how do you get the best out of them? In this hands-on, phone-based workshop, Jon Bell will guide you through practical techniques to make ChatGPT a more useful, reliable partner in your work and life. (NZ Citizens and residents pay $29 with ID, all others pays $120).

Sat 16 May 2026

1 day, Sat 9:30 AM – 1:30 PM

Liven up your living room or bedroom with your own drum lampshade - get that professional finish, even if you have no previous sewing experience. Bring 1 metre of a firm woven fabric of your choice, a pair of fabric scissors, measuring tape, tailors' chalk and a 30cm ruler. The cost of the frame and other related materials is included in course fee.

Sat 16 May 2026

1 day, Sat 9:30 AM – 3:30 PM

Power BI transforms scattered information into clear, actionable insights, helping you make smarter personal and professional decisions and become a more valuable asset in any career. Learning to use Power BI is your gateway to becoming a data visualization pro, even if you have no prior experience.

Sat 16 May 2026

1 day, Sat 9:30 AM – 4:00 PM

Whether you’re already retired, or planning ahead, this practical workshop will help you to reflect, re-envision and re-vitalise your life and develop a plan for your future, on your own terms. (NZ citizens and residents free with ID, all others pay listed price).

Sat 16 May 2026

1 day, Sat 9:30 AM – 3:30 PM

Join our fun hands-on introduction to creating your own zine booklets. What are Zines you might ask? Short for magazines, ‘zines’ are DIY booklets, and often share niche knowledge or interests. Zines can feature pretty much anything you like - from recipe collections to poems, artworks, short stories, book or movie reviews and more. Paper, newspapers, magazines and basic drawing materials provided, please bring a sketch book and any favourite drawing materials, newspapers, magazines or other interesting pap

Sat 23 May 2026

1 day, Sat 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM

NZ’s first Certified Bob Ross Instructor, Malcolm Sime, will prove to you that if you can hold a pen and write, you can hold a brush and paint. Come along and create a landscape oil painting from scratch to take away at the end of the day! All art materials included in course fee.

Sat 23 May 2026

1 day, Sat 9:00 AM – 4:30 PM

An introduction to this popular spreadsheeting package - basic Windows skills essential.

Sat 23 May 2026

1 day, Sat 9:30 AM – 3:30 PM

Take charge of your job search with confidence. This course equips you with smart strategies, emotional intelligence, and practical tools to navigate today’s job market. Learn to avoid common mistakes, present your best self, and approach the process with intention, adaptability, and professionalism. (NZ citizen and residents free with ID, all others pay listed price).

Sat 23 May 2026

1 day, Sat 9:30 AM – 1:00 PM

Fabulous at forty? Fantastic at fifty plus? Join our trained make-up artist and discover how to transform your look and highlight the best of what you’ve got. A list of what you need to bring will be sent out before the course starts.

Sat 23 May 2026

1 day, Sat 9:30 AM – 3:30 PM

Bring along your much-loved clothes, make a pattern and get useful tips, techniques and sizing rules. Not for beginners. A list of what else to bring will be emailed out before the course starts.

Sat 23 May 2026

1 day, Sat 9:30 AM – 4:00 PM

Join us in an exciting new introduction to creative sculpting - a hands on class to produce unique creature figurines and miniatures to bring your imagination to life! - Beginners welcome! All material costs included in course fee.

Sat 23 May 2026

1 day, Sat 9:30 AM – 4:00 PM

Movement and function can be challenging for women as we age. Join experienced physiotherapist Sara Dore and explore how you can manage the effects on your health and wellbeing as you age as a woman. (Free for NZ Citizens/Residents, others pay fee of $120)

Sat 23 May 2026

1 day, Sat 9:30 AM – 3:30 PM

Write short stories that work! Discuss the short stories you love and take part in guided writing exercises to create compelling pieces of fiction.

27 May 2026 - 24 Jun 2026

5 weeks, Wed 5:30 PM – 7:00 PM

Calligratherapy combines science journalist James Nestor's theory on proper breathing with the philosophy of ancient Chinese calligraphy to promote a state of optimal wellbeing. Over five weeks, you will develop and practice the awareness of healthy breathing while learning new techniques of Chinese soft brush calligraphy covering five different scripts. All materials included in course fee.

Fri 29 May 2026

1 day, Fri 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM

Bob Ross Painting Techniques! Make sure your week ends in style with a relaxing "Paint & Pizza" Friday evening! Enjoy meeting other like-minded people over some pizza, and then move on to creating your own painting. All materials (and pizza!) included in course fee.

2 - 23 Jun 2026

4 weeks, Tue 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM

Gain a panoramic picture of popular Vietnamese Street Foods, which you can enjoy at any time of day and find out how to make some of them with ingredients you can easily find in New Zealand. All ingredients included in course fee.

2 - 23 Jun 2026

4 weeks, Tue 7:30 PM – 9:30 PM

Explore a range of painting and drawing techniques from ink and watercolour to impasto and realism using acrylic paint. Bring your A4 sketchbook - all other materials included in course fee.

4 - 25 Jun 2026

4 weeks, Thu 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM

Indian food is one of the great cuisines of the world and creates robust fully-flavoured vegan dishes. Learn how to create intense and delicious flavours with freshly prepared spices and herbs. All ingredients included in course fee.

4 - 25 Jun 2026

4 weeks, Thu 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM

This course helps small business owners and entrepreneurs unlock the full potential of social media. Each week we’ll cover practical steps to review your current channels, set up strong profiles, and create a tailored content plan that works for your business. You’ll learn how to choose the right platforms, use hashtags effectively, create engaging posts, select visuals that connect with your audience, and understand the role of AI tools. By the end, you’ll walk away with a clear and actionable plan to grow

Thu 4 Jun 2026

1 day, Thu 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM

Immerse yourself in the sensory art of tea tasting with our connoisseur who will guide you in the basics of tea tasting. All ingredients included in course fee.