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Whau Ace Adult & Community Education Centre
Learn, unlearn and relearn. Courses and workshops for adults. Based in New Lynn CBD, close to the train and bus station. Follow on Facebook for updates.
Waiheke Adult Learning
Supporting the Waiheke community through learning. Home to Waiheke Adult Literacy and Waiheke Community Education. Courses cover a variety of lifestyle and employment related topics from Arts to Recreational Boating to Small Business Development, each with a Waiheke flavour.
Tangaroa College Night Classes
Interesting and useful courses for all - get going on your learner licence theory, cook some new dishes & how about an introductory Samoan or Korean course?
Aorere College Adult and Community Learning
Kia Ora, Talofa Lava, Taloha Ni, fakalofa Lahi Atu, Satuton, Ni Sa Bula Vinaka, Kia Orana, Malo Lelei Ta Orana, Noa'ia! Welcome to community learning. Browse through the many options available to you. They offer a small selection of both online and free programmes also.
Onehunga High School Adult Learning Centre
Onehunga High School Adult Learning Centre offers community classes for adults - 16 years plus. They are committed to providing lifelong learning opportunities that are accessible and affordable. Come and learn a new skill, brush up on an old skill or take your first step back into education. Refreshing, relaxed and rewarding!
Selwyn College
Affordable and easily accessible evening, weekend and daytime short courses with experienced tutors in a friendly environment.
Bing Ceramics
More is More! Sessions on beginners handbuilding, and clay and cocktails. Please call/message beforehand.
Lets Get Sticky
Deep dive into your inner creative and get hands on with the delightful realms of resin, gold leaf and inks. At these workshops you will create two round or square artworks, both 38cm wide. There are no rules. You will surprise yourself with the finished results.
Resin Painting Workshops
What is resin art? Resin art is a unique painting style where you do not use typical brushes or acrylic or oil paints. You don't have to be an artist to create an incredible piece of high-gloss resin art for your wall, or as a gift. It's meant to be very addictive!
Rutherford College Adult Education
Learning a new skill or craft generates a sense of achievement and can have a beneficial effect not just for the individual but for their family and community as well, and courses such as sewing, gardening, dog obedience, woodwork, or guitar all provide this opportunity. Check out what is on offer.
Howick Historical Village
Wander through an early Fencible settler's village as it looked in the mid to late 1800's. Explore heritage buildings filled with authentic furniture and textiles and see how people lived in early Auckland.
Gone Potty
Lots of party options available, no matter the age, ability or size. Seating is limited and so you must pre-book to make sure you don't miss out on a table. This activity is suitable for every age and ability.
Sam Mayell Ceramics
There's no better place to learn pottery. Pastries and fresh flowers next door, a massive outdoor area and great coffee 50m away. Sam runs occasional classes. Sign up to his newsletter to see when his next ones are.
Coralie Winn Ata Ceramics
Coralie Winn is a Lyttelton-based potter who creates beautiful bespoke ceramic pieces and teaches classes locally at Ata Ceramics.
Risingholme Community Centre
Risingholme Community Centre is a not-for-profit organisation with a focus on promoting community spirit and the development of appropriate social, educational and leisure activities and a strong ethic of excellence and community wellbeing.
Halswell Pottery Group
An active group of potters from around Christchurch. Club day is Monday. New members very welcome.
Mt Pleasant Pottery
Potters whose skills range from those who are experienced and nationally recognised through to those just discovering the joys of playing with clay. New members are always welcome to come and play. Mount Pleasant Pottery offers 3 general pottery classes. These classes are a great way to start your pottery journey. If you're down for multiple terms, you will gain skills in both wheel work and handbuilding. The 3 separate classes run on either a Monday, Wednesday or Thursday evening.
Stolen Bagel Pottery
Beginner’s one-day workshop where you will learn how to throw on the wheel and make a cylinder cup, or make a plate or learn how to handcraft house number brand and how to decorate them with underglaze. Come give it a go for the first time or come and hone your skills. Stolen Bagel can take you on a journey from first timer to a confident intermediate level potter.
Clae
Sisters Natasha English and Tatyanna Meharry share a common artist interest. They have been working within the arts industry for over 20 years and bring considerable knowledge of design, teaching and ceramic art & technology to Clae. In 2020 they came together to collaborate on a studio that would celebrate all aspects of ceramics in a local and sustainable way. They are passionate about sharing their wealth of knowledge with others to enable a vibrant community of makers where treasures can be created. Check out their classes and home kitsets. Bookings essential
Paint ‘n’ Sip Studio Christchurch
Book a seat, arrive, sip and socialise, relax, paint and party. Everything you need is at the studio, so just bring yourself and get ready to paint & party the night away! Aprons are provided but paint does end up in funny places, especially when you are having such a great time so wear clothing you don't mind getting paint on.
Canterbury Potters’ Association
Whether you are a member, a student in one of their classes, or you have come to find a new outlet for your creativity, Canterbury Potters Association welcomes you. Anyone with an interest in ceramics can become a member of Canterbury Potters. There is no special entry criteria or standards to achieve, and you do not need to be experienced or skilled – just enthusiastic!
Alchemy Arts
Decorating, hand building with clay or wheel throwing, choose your experience and enquire now. The learning never stops, thank goodness!
Craft Potters
Craft Potters Nelson Inc is a community club near Richmond. Run by a team of enthusiastic volunteers (members) with various skill levels and a universal love of clay. Check their calendar for events & classes.
Wanderlust Solo Women Tours
Wanderlust Solo Women Tours is all about supporting you to travel confidently and have a great time doing so, in a safe environment where you feel like you belong.
Laughing Pottery
Fancy getting your hands dirty or need a gift thats a little bit different? Fun and relaxed lessons are perfect for those with no previous experience and for those wishing to brush up on their throwing skills. Bookings essential.
Rahu Road Pottery
Come visit the wood kiln, little gallery and studio, classes for the experienced.
Bethlehem Pottery Club
This community club offers a place for members to use facilities and come together to share experience, gain knowledge and learn new pottery skills. If you’re new to clay, contact them to find out more about classes. If the pottery flag is out, they are open, so pop in and say hi – they would love to meet you!
The Pottery Studio Tauranga
Messing with Mud! Nestled at the top of Devonport Road is a hidden gem – The Pottery Studio. With a gallery of local ceramic artists work available for purchase, and a workshop space that has gained in popularity among aspiring potters, this is a creative’s dream. You don’t need to have existing skills and there is no commitment to a long-term contract of classes. Events like 'Wine and Clay' certainly pique interest.
