This is a selection of ACE (Adult and Community Education) courses – most of which are current.
These courses are subsidised by the Tertiary Education Commission.
You can also search our ‘Old Courses’ page here. Some of the courses on this page will be courses other than ACE.
Seed Saving Basics, Saturday 1st April
#41041 Seed Saving Basics Seed saving is a fantastic resiliency skill which builds kai security for whānau and our future generations. You’ll learn how create your own seed bank so you can continue to grow your vegetables from the best of your crops, for free, season...
KAI SECURITY – Growing enough food to feed your whānau
#41035 KAI SECURITY - Growing enough food to feed your whānau A four-week hands-on workshop around how to best create kai security for your whānau – growing an abundance of food in your own garden to feed your family. This course is designed for learners who are keen...
Introduction to Permaculture (Pahiatua), Starts Saturday 25th February, 10:00am – 12noon
#41071 Introduction to Permaculture Due to popular demand, we are running an additional permaculture course. Please note this course runs from 10:00am - 12:00noon. Please enrol and pay to confirm your spot on this epic course. Permaculture gardens are...
NZ Sign Language 1A (Masterton), Term 1 2023, starts Monday 13th February
40908 NZ Sign Language 1A - beginners - (Masterton) Sign language is an important tool to communicate with those who are deaf and hard-of-hearing, but did you know it has been proven that sign language is an effective way for parents to communicate with their children...
Pahiatua Night Sewing Term 1 and 2 – starts February 13 2023
#40944 Pahiatua Night Sewing Learners will plan, design and construct individual sewing projects to gain basic sewing skills and confidence to use a sewing machine. Pick up helpful tips so you can do simple sewing projects at home. Beginners welcome. Previous...
Te Reo Māori me ōna Tikanga (Pahiatua), Starts 14th February
#40948 Te Reo Māori me ōna Tikanga Explore and become familiar and comfortable with Te Reo Māori through learning and understanding language and practices. Ideal for those wanting to build more confidence and extend their knowledge. All welcome. Nau mai, haere mai. ...
Waiata Māori Pahiatua, starts 15th February
#40947 Waiata Māori (Pahiatua) Come along and stretch your vocal chords, learn a variety of local and traditional waiata, and improve your te reo Māori pronunciation along the way. All ages welcome. Nau mai, haere mai. Dates: 15 February - 5 April...
Breadmaking (Sourdough) Eketāhuna, Sunday 26th February
#40961 Breadmaking: sourdough Learn how to make sourdough bread in this hands-on workshop. Local tutor, SandRa Timmins, will cover the whole process from caring for your starter bug through to baking your sourdough loaf. (NB: Numbers are very limited – enrol now)...
Pahiatua Computer classes, starting 15th February
Pahiatua Computer Classes (8-weeks), Starting Wednesday 15th February 2023 Do you need help using your home computer, or are you wanting to upskill your computer knowledge? Then these classes are for you. Tutor, Penny Deys, will support you on your journey to become...
Te Whare Pora (Akitio) 17-19 February 2023
#40364 Te Whare Pora (Akitio) Te Whare Pora was a house that a hapu would build to nuture artists. We don't have this institution any more so we need to create this space for ourselves. Maungarongo Te Kawa (Whakapapa Quilts) and Kaia Hawkins (Manahau Embodied...
Mau Rakau (Pahiatua), starts 13th February
#40966 Mau Rakau Develop your knowledge and understanding of Te Reo Māori me ōna tikanga, and gain fitness and wellbeing through the mode of Mau Rakau (the Ancient Art of Māori Weaponry) - using the curriculum of Te Whare Tū Taua o Aotearoa. Youth under 12 must...
Beginners Guide to Native Plant Identification (Pūkaha) 26th February 2023
#40965 Beginners Guide to Plant Identification Kick-start your native plant identification skills with our beginner workshop! Learn how to identify a selection of local plant species using sight, smell, touch and taste. You’ll start by learning the defining features...
Creative Confidence Pahiatua – starts Wednesday 15th February 2023
#40942 Creative Confidence In this course you will learn new techniques to enable you to express yourself in a variety of art projects. You will learn art methods for drawing, painting, stencils, crafting, and how to take materials from 2D to 3D. Gain confidence...
Introduction to Permaculture (Pahiatua) **Course Full**
#40917 Introduction to Permaculture Permaculture gardens are self-regulating systems that are designed to work with nature. Everything is designed to work together in a healthy environment with minimal waste. Learn about food forests, companion planting and how to...
LEARNER LICENCE – DAYTIME – MASTERTON – MARCH 2023
#40819 LEARNER LICENCE, MASTERTON, DAYTIME 20 February - 24 February 2023 Are you over 18? Do you need your licence or driving without one? Then this course is for you. The course is aimed at adults and those not at school. Come along and be supported to learn the...
LEARNER LICENCE, MASTERTON, EVENING 13 – 17 March 2023
#40822 LEARNER LICENCE, MASTERTON, EVENING 13 - 17 March 2023 Are you over 18? Do you need your licence or driving without one? Then this course is for you. The course is aimed at adults and those not at school. Come along and be supported to learn the Road Code ready...