Courses
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We provide community education, training, recreational activities, support and services for our community members ….
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PROGRAMS
Creative
DEVELOP THE ARTIST WITHIN
Foundation art skills and beyond.
Have you always wanted to be able to draw and paint well, but life just got in the way?
Do you want to learn and develop the techniques to draw and paint across all the art mediums, E.g. acrylic, watercolour, graphite and colour pencil, gouache and soft pastel.
This will be a skill based, ongoing course where you can practise your new art skills, meet people and have fun.
Come and join us on Tuesday nights, meet new friends and develop the artist within.
When: Tues 6 – 8pm
Term 2: 7th May – 11th Jun ( BOOKED OUT)
Please register your inerest for future dates.
Cost: $186 full / $172 conc. (6 wks)
Venue: 43a De Carle St., Brunswick
INTRO TO SEWING
This course will help you learn to sew from the very beginning – no experience necessary! We’ll walk you through sewing basics such as understanding the mechanics of a sewing machine, sewing techniques, understanding measurements and patterns, how to cut fabric and the construction of a garment. At the first session the tutor will provide you with a pattern and a list of materials you will need. You’ll make a simple garment of your choice. The terminology, tools and techniques made available to you in this course, will assist you in achieving professional results.
When: Thurs 6.30 – 9pm
Term 2: 18th Apr – 30th May
Cost: $223 full / $207 conc. per term
(6 wks)
Venue: 18 Garden St., Brunswick
LIFE DRAWING MASTERCLASS
Capture the human form on paper with guidance from our experienced tutor and talented visual artist Michael O’Hanlon. Michael can cater this short course to both beginners and more experienced students, “what I enjoy most is equipping students with foundational drawing techniques to kickstart their life drawing skills”.
When: Mon 6 – 8pm
Term 2: 6th May – 3rd Jun
Cost: $209 full / $195conc.
(5 wks)
Venue: 43a De Carle St., Brunswick
VISUAL ARTS
Enjoy the freedom of working with mixed media – paints, pastels, inks and charcoals – and a variety of art forms, like printing, along the way.
When: Wed 9.30am – 12.30pm
Term 2: 17th Apr – 12th Jun
Cost: $314 full / $295 conc. per term
(9 wks)
Venue: 43a De Carle Street,. Brunswick
POTTERY DAY
Inclusive pottery classes covering all aspects of hand building. Fee includes materials and firing. Open to all abilities.
When: Thurs 1.30 – 3.30pm
Term 2: 2nd May – 20th Jun ( BOOKED OUT)
Please register your inerest for future dates.
Cost: $285 full / $265 conc. per term
(8 wks)
Venue: 43a De Carle St., Brunswick
POTTERY EVENING
Learn hand building techniques to enable you to create func- tional or decorative pieces. Fee includes materials and firing.
When: Thurs 6.30 – 9pm
Term 2: 2nd May – 20th Jun ( BOOKED OUT)
Please register your inerest for future dates.
Cost: $353 full / $328 conc. per term
(8 wks)
Venue: 43a De Carle St., Brunswick
Cooking, Gardening & Job Skills
THE COOK PROGRAM
A brilliant and fun cooking course to develop skills and confidence around the preparation of food. Over 10 weeks, participants will prepare, eat and gain an overview of different styles and types of cooking. You’ll also learn how to cook for a large group during our monthly, community lunches. The objective of this course is to develop skills, social connection, and self-confidence to seek further study or work in hospitality.
When: Thurs 9.30am-1.30pm
Term 2: 2nd May – 4th July
(10 wks)
Cost: $50.
Subject to ACFE eligibility
Venue: 43a De Carle St., Brunswick
URBAN FOOD GARDENING
No matter the size of your urban growing space, learn to grow nutrient-dense food, using regenerative gardening practices.
Gain knowledge and learn hands-on skills to plan and maintain a biodiverse, productive garden
The course covers topics such as:
• Growing in pots, raised beds, wicking beds and no-dig gardens
• Site analysis and design considerations
• Regenerating soil health and fertility
• Seasonal planning and crop rotation
• Companion planting and beneficial insects
• Upcycle waste through composting and worm farms
• Propagate plants from seed and cuttings
• Save seed and start a Seed Library
• Natural pest and weed management
When: Wed 9.30am-1.30pm
Term 2: 24th Apr – 26th June
(10 wks)
Cost: $50
Subject to ACFE eligibility
Venue: 43a De Carle St., Brunswick
Computers & Digital Literacy
COMPUTERS EAL – face to face
An introductory computer class for people for whom English is another language.
When: Tues 9.30am – 12.30pm
Term 2: 23rd Apr – 25th Jun (10wks)
Cost: Free
Subject to ACFE eligibility
Venue: Fawkner Neighbourhood House
79 Jukes Rd., Fawkner.
DIGITAL ESSENTIALS 1
face to face
Technology is everywhere in our lives these days. Get to know your Smartphone and Computer with this simple and easy class for beginners.
Topics will include
Using your own smart phone, sending sms, using computers, connecting and working safely over the internet, emails, social media, apps and software and staying safe online.
When: Mon 9.am – 12.noon.
Term 2: 22nd Apr – 24th Jun (10 wks)
Cost: Free
Subject to ACFE eligibility
Venue: Fawkner Neighbourhood House
79 Jukes Rd., Fawkner.
DIGITAL ESSENTIALS 2
face to face
Delve a little deeper into essential components of a computer. Exploring programs like Microsoft word, PowerPoint and Excel as well as other important functions of a computer.
When: Mon 12.30 – 3.30pm
Term 2: 22nd Apr – 1st Jul (10 wks)
Cost: Free
Subject to ACFE eligibility
Venue: Fawkner Neighbourhood House
79 Jukes Rd., Fawkner.
English Language
- English Basics
ENGLISH LEVEL 1
Fawkner face to face
A free, women’s only, beginners level English class delivered face to face in a friendly and welcoming environment.
Two classes per week.
When: Mon & Wed
9.30am – 11.30am
Term 1: 29th Jan – 27th Mar
Term 2: 15th Apr – 26th Jun
(20 wks)
Cost: Free
Subject to ACFE eligibility
Venue: Fawkner Neighbourhood House, 79 Jukes Rd., Fawkner
ENGLISH LEVEL 2
Fawkner -face to face
A free, women’s only post beginners level English class to further improve your English pronunciation and accent, learn new words and grammar. Includes 1 hr of homework for each session.
One class per week
When: Thurs
9.30 – 12.30pm
Term 1 : 1st Feb – 27th Mar
Term 2: 18th Apr – 27th Jun
(20 wks)
Cost: Free
Subject to ACFE eligibility
Venue: Fawkner Neighbourhood House,
79 Jukes Rd., Fawkner.
- English Conversation
ENGLISH CONVERSATION Brunswick – face to face
For people wanting to develop their listening and speaking skills.
Two classes per week.
When:
Mon & Thurs
9.30am – 12.30pm
Term 2: 22nd Apr – 27th Jun
Cost: $50.
Subject to ACFE eligibility.
Venue: 18 Garden St., Brunswick.
ENGLISH CONVERSATION FOR WOMEN
Fawkner – face to face
A free, women’s only class for participants wanting to develop their listening and speaking skills.
Two classes per week
When:
Tues & Wed
12.30 – 2.30pm
Term 1: 30th Jan – 27th Mar
Term 2: 16th Apr – 26th Jun
(20 wks)
Cost: Free
Subject to ACFE eligibility
Venue: Fawkner Neighbourhood House,
79 Jukes Rd., Fawkner.
ENGLISH CONVERSATION FOR MEN
Fawkner – face to face
A free, mens only English class where students will practice their listening and speaking skills..
Two classes per week.
When:
Mon & Weds
5.30pm – 7.30pm
Term 1: 29th Jan – 27th Mar
Term 2: 15th Apr – 26th Jun (20 wks)
Cost: Free
Subject to ACFE eligibility.
Venue: Fawkner Neighbourhood House,
79 Jukes Rd., Fawkner.
- Online English Conversation & Digital Skills
ENGLISH CONVERSATION 1 – online
For people wanting to develop their listening and speaking skills. The course includes an additional one hour of book work for each session.
This course is delivered online. Three classes per week
When:
Monday, Wednesday & Friday
10.30am – 12.30pm
Term 2: 22nd Apr – 21st Jun (9 wks)
Cost: Free
Subject to ACFE eligibility.
ENGLISH CONVERSATION & ONLINE SKILLS
For people wanting to develop their listening and speaking skills.
This course is delivered online and will also cover online skills including using useful applications.
Two classes per week.
When:
Two classes per week.
Tues & Thurs
9.30am – 12.30pm
Term 2: 23 Apr – 27th Jun (10 wks)
Cost: Free
Subject to ACFE eligibility.
Health and Wellbeing
CONTEMPORARY LINE DANCING
Try line dancing and exercise while you have fun to great music.
Try line dancing and exercise while you have fun to great music.
When:
Fri 9.30am – 11am, 2nd Feb – ongoing
Cost: $6 per session
Venue: 43a De Carle St., Brunswick.
YOGA & MEDITATION TUESDAY EVENING
Strengthen, stretch and relax. Yoga tones muscles, increases energy and reduces stress.
When: 6pm – 7pm
Term 2: 16th Apr – 11th Jun ( BOOKED OUT)
Register your interest for future dates.
Cost: $152 full /$146 conc. per term
(9 wks)
Venue: 43a De Carle St., Brunswick
YOGA & MEDITATION THURSDAY MORNING
Strengthen, stretch and relax. Yoga tones muscles, increases energy and reduces stress.
When: 9.30 – 10.30am
Term 2: 18th Apr – 20th Jun ( BOOKED OUT)
Register your interest for future dates.
Cost: $152 full /$146 conc.
(9 wks)
Venue: 43a De Carle St., Brunswick
YOGA & MEDITATION THURSDAY EVENING
Strengthen, stretch and relax. Yoga tones muscles, increases energy and reduces stress.
When: 6 – 7pm
Term 2: 18th Apr – 20th Jun ( BOOKED OUT)
Register your interest for future dates.
Cost: $152 full /$146 conc.
(9 wks)
Venue: 43a De Carle St., Brunswick
Inclusive
LIFE SKILLS
A basic literacy, numeracy and life skills program for people with mild intellectual disabilities.
When: Mon 10am – 12:30pm
Semester 1: 29th Jan – 24th June ( BOOKED OUT)
Venue: 43a De Carle St., Brunswick.
Cost: $260 (18 wks)
COLLABORATIVE ARTS
Working with different mediums and forms of expression, participants will develop and create collaborative visual arts projects.
When: Mon 1pm – 3pm
Semester 1: 29th Jan – 24th June ( BOOKED OUT)
Venue: 43a De Carle St., Brunswick.
Cost: $183 (18 wks)
Languages
SPANISH CONVERSATION GROUP
Practice your conversational Spanish in a friendly and fun group. Spanish speakers of all levels welcome.
When: Wed 6.30 – 8pm
Term 2: 24th Apr – 19th Jun
Venue: 43a De Carle St., Brunswick
Cost: $187 full/ $174 conc per term (9 wks)
