Hatha Yoga  with Sheila Firmin       

at St Andrews Centre, Queen Street, Waiuku

All classes are to be pre-booked and paid one week before first day of term. There will be no classes during school term holidays.

Term fees are non-refundable. If you are unable to attend a booked class you can:             

• either attend another class in the same week,
• or invite a friend to occupy your mat space!

Sorry, no casuals. Workshops and private lessons also offered. Each class needs 10 people to start, and is capped at 15.

Summer Holiday Programmes

Yoga General Tuesday    6.30 pm - 8 pm Cost $40 for 4 weeks.  24^th Nov 2009 - 15^th Dec 2009 5^th Jan 2010 - 26^th Jan 2010

Gentle Yoga Wednesday 9.30 am-11 am Cost $40 for 4 weeks.  25^th Nov 2009 - 16^th Dec 2009 6^th Jan 2010 - 27^th Jan 2010

Term Classes

Yoga General   Tuesday 6.30 pm - 8 pm

Term 1  9^th Feb - 30^th Mar Term 2 20^th April - 29^th June Term 3 20^th July -21^st Sept Term 412^th Oct - 14^th Dec

Gentle Yoga   Wednesday 9.30 am-11 am

Term 1  10^th Feb -31^st Mar Term 2 21^st April - 30^th June Term 3 21^st July -22nd Sept Term 413^th Oct - 14^th Dec

Cost $80 for Term 1 ( 8 weeks ),    $110 for Term 2 ( 11 weeks ) ,  $100 for Terms 3 & 4 (10 weeks ),  $20 off per Semester ( 2 Terms )

Yoga General Suitable for both beginners and those with more experience, this multi level class can be as simple or challenging as you need.

Gentle Yoga This class is most suitable for those who are older, have health considerations, or who simply prefer a more gentle practice.

What do I need to bring? An inquiring mind and a willing heart will bring your yoga to life!

You will also need comfortable clothing, a non slip yoga mat, a blanket and a cushion. Other props may be suggested as class progresses.

For all enquiries, and to enroll in classes,

Phone Sheila:  09 235 7747   E-mail: This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it

Smiling Dragon

Tai Chi & Qigong

Waiuku - Pukekohe - Tuakau

Adults - Kids and ACC

Modified Tai Chi @ St Andrew's Centre- WAIUKU

Monday & Thursday (twice weekly classes)

9-10am ($100 / term) or ($160 / 2 terms - SAVE $40)

10-11am ($100 / term) or ($160 / 2 terms - SAVE $40)

11am-12pm (ACC - FREE class if you are 65+ or 55+ for Maori & Pacific)

Wednesday 5:30-6:30pm,  Instructor - Julie 235 7343, ($50/term) or ($80/2 terms - SAVE $20)

Friday 9-10am, Instructor - Julie 235 7343), ($50/term) or ($80/2 terms - SAVE $20)

Modified Tai Chi @ Franklin: The Centre - PUKEKOHE

Tuesday & Friday (twice weekly classes)

9-10am ($100 / term) or ($160 / 2 terms - SAVE $40)

10-11am ($100 / term) or ($160 / 2 terms - SAVE $40)

11am-12pm (ACC - FREE class if you are 65+ or 55+ for Maori & Pacific)

Modified Tai Chi @ Wesley Church - PUKEKOHE

Wednesday (supported by Wesley Church) 10-11am ($50 / term) or ($80 / 2 terms - SAVE $20)

Qigong @ The Plunket Building - PUKEKOHE (min 10)

Thursday 7-8:30pm ($80 / term) or ($140 / 2 terms - SAVE $20)

Kaumatua Tai Chi @ Tuakau Town Hall - TUAKAU

Wednesday - 10-11am (FREE if you are blessed to be 55+)

Contact: Tamara 09 235 8648               www.smilingdragon.co.nz

Sue Wayne

BA. Postgrad. Dip. Lit. Ed

Communication Skills for Work (including using computers)

All Ages: Reading and Writing for Living

English as a Second Language (ESOL)

Foundation Learning Programmes

Phone: 09 235 0533

Term 4 Programme

We are currently finalising our Term 4 programme and it's looking great. Some of the courses on offer are:

Belly Dance for Beginners: Thu, 7-8pm, 22 Oct - 19 Nov     $35

Dig Up Your Family History - Part 2: Tue, 7-9pm, 20 Oct-17 Nov     $35

Drive Defensively - Street Talk: Mon & Thu, 6.30-9pm, 9 - 19 Nov      $160

Furniture Restoration & Repair for Women: Mon, 7-9pm, 19 Oct -23 Nov     $35

Furniture Restoration & Repair for Women: Wed, 7-9pm, 21 Oct -18 Nov    $35

Gentle Yoga: Wed, 9.30-11am, 21 Oct - 18 Nov    $35

Yoga: Tue, 6.30 - 8pm, 20 Oct - 17 Nov       $35

Introduction to Interior Design: Sat, 10am-12noon, 17 Oct - 21 Nov $35

Intro. to Modern Garden Stoneart: Tue&Wed,9.30am-12.30pm,20-21 Oct $95

Intro. to Modern Garden Stoneart: Sat & Sun, 10am-1pm, 31 Oct-1 Nov   $95

Intro. to Modern Garden Stoneart: Sat & Sun, 10am-1pm, 14-15 Nov   $95

Learn to Sew / Patchwork: Tue, 7-9pm, 20 Oct - 17 Nov     $35

Quilt Art - Monochromatic Wall Hanging: Sat & Sun, 9am-3pm, 31 Oct - 1 Nov $40

Mosaic Art - details to come

Workplace Communication Skills: Tue & Thu, 9.30-11.30am, 19 Oct - 19 Nov   This is a FREE adult literacy class

If you would like any information about these courses, then email us This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it or phone 235 8139 ext 217

This is our last term ever for the ACE programme at Waiuku College, we won't be running in 2010 due to the TEC funding cuts.  So come along, and join in and make it our best term ever.

Stop Night Class Cuts!

National Day of Action

The government has cut funding for night classes

Do your part to save night classes through schools

Auckland March

Saturday 12th September

From Auckland Town Hall, Queen St to Britomart

Challenge the Change!

For more information email: This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it

Adult & Community Education (ACE) Update - 19 August 2009

Welcome to the ACE programme at Waiuku College. We aim to provide courses that are affordable, in our local area, and use our school resources after hours. The non-formal learning environment caters for a wide variety of ages.  

To view the Term 3 programme and enrolment information click on Enrolment Info in the menu on the right.

To contact us:

email: This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it            phone: 09 235 8139 ext 217

Most Term 3 classes have started now but you can still enrol in the following:

Quilt Art - Panel Masterpiece (146C)

Saturday & Sunday, 12-13 September, 9am - 3pm

Cost: $39             Tutor: Sue Bartlett

This project makes use of a panel that you nay have in your stash or a new one that attracts your eye. You create a masterpiece through free motion machine quilting, and will be introduced to the quilting style of McTavishing. This is an easy project that lets you experiment with machine quilting and learn a technique to make quick quilts for friends and family. You may use the school machines or bring your own. Materials list provided when you enrol for the course. Visit www.figjamcreations.com for more information.

Quilt Art - Self Portrait (153C)

Saturday & Sunday, 3-4 October, 9am - 3pm

Cost: $39             Tutor: Sue Bartlett

Bring along a head shot of yourself and use this a foundation to create a self portrait. No drawing skills necessary, this is a lot of fun. Techniques used: machine piecing, fusible appliqué, machine stitching and quilting, embellishment with trims and beads.  Students will increase their creative confidence, exploring new design boundaries. You may use the school machines or bring your own. Materials list provided when you enrol for the course. Visit www.figjamcreations.com for more information.

IRD Workshops -Not for profit and charitable organisations seminar

Monday, 14 September, 7-9pm                       FREE

Funding for our ACE programme is provided by the Tertiary Education Commission (TEC).