Our Classes
For Adults
We would love you to come along and try our classes. All women are welcome and we aim to keep them affordable. We have wonderful facilitators who are welcoming, encouraging and provide a supportive learning environment. If you have any ideas on classes you would like to see us run or have a skill you would like to teach others please feel free to get in touch with us.
Bellydancing
Mondays for 6 weeks from 3rd November
6.30 to 7.25pm. $50.00 (sorry no casual rate available for this class)
This class is a fun low impact dance exercise suitable for all fitness levels, shapes and sizes. This is a wonderful way to improve your balance and maintain joint function. These classes are held at Anita's Dance Academy in King Street and facilitated by Charmaine Seccombe
Calm Yourself
- Managing Anxiety
This course will not be running until 2026 however please click on the Email Us button to express an interest to attend and we will contact you when we have a start date.
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Introduction to some of the simple and wonderful techniques available to change your response to anxiety. Understanding how the brain is "causing" anxiety and how by committing to some simple practices will help overcome and change it with some simple techniques. Bring a curious mind to this hands-on workshop to learn tried and true methods to change the way your mind is working and start to take control of your mood. The facilitator includes in her portfolio, The Havening and Neuro Linguistic Programming and has experience in these, and many more modalities that work with brain training and mind management. Her background includes using these tools in her response to a mild brain injury and brings passion and personal experience to the sharing of these techniques. Facilitated by Caroline Welkins and held at the Upper Hutt Women's Centre.
Coffee, Craft & Cake
Tuesday Mornings 10am to 12 noon - no cost
Thursday Afternoon 12.30 to 2.30pm - no cost
Come along to the Upper Hutt Women's Centre for our coffee (or tea) and craft morning or afternoon every Tuesday and Thursday during the school term. Socialise with like-minded women where there are plenty of craft options available to try if you would like, or just come and enjoy a cuppa and a chat. Stay as long as you like or come and go as it suits you. Click on the email is button if you would like to know more or welcome to just pop along. Facilitated by Marita Maasss, held at the UH Women's Centre, 6 Sinclair Street and there is no cost to attend.
Line Dancing
Wednesdays for 8 weeks from 15th October
10.30am to 11.30am $60 for or $10 casuals.
This is a fun class based on ballroom and Latin dance with a line dancing twist. It’s a great way to meet people whilst enjoying the benefits of a healthy physical activity. Classes are for eight weeks from 15th October. Facilitated by Anita Perin-Zgomba and held at Anita’s Dance Academy.
Love to Sing
Wednesdays from 15th October
10.00am to 11.00am $5 per class, pay as you attend
Singing is an incredible way to reduce stress, improve your mood and bring some fun into your day. It can benefit you physically, emotionally, socially and psychologically. This class is for absolutely everyone - from those of you who feel you can't sing or lack confidence to sing, through to women who are confident singers. This class is held at The Spot on Fergusson Drive and run by Joanne Roelofs.
Macrame
Staff at the Women's Centre are loving this macrame revival and excited to be offering a workshop suitable for beginners and those with some experience. Learn the knots to make a pot plant hanger and then make a beautiful wall hanging. Guaranteed to be enjoyable and very addictive. All materials are included in the cost of just $40.00. Held at the Upper Hutt Women’s Centre
Friday 10th, 17th & 24th October 9.30 to 11.30am
$40.00 for the 3 weeks
Mosaic Workshop
This class will not be running in Term 4 however please click on the link to "Email Us" button to register your interest in attending and we will contact you when we have a confirmed date.
Introduction to mosaics, bring along any broken china you may have and transform them into a decorative outdoor paver. We also have some broken tiles that you are welcome to use. Cost is $40.00 for the 4 hour workshop. Held at the Upper Hutt Women’s Centre
Pilates
Wednesdays for 6 weeks from 15th October 7.30 to 8.30pm
$50.00 for the 6 weeks or $10 for casuals
Pilates is a fantastic way to move the body in different directions to help you perform at your best whether it be in the gym, on the sports field, or to help you do your everyday tasks with ease. In these classes we will work through a whole body flow to leave you feeling centred, aligned and strong. Some options will be given to modify positions and you are welcome to select what is right for you. Facilitated by Chelsea Mortiboy and held at Anita's dance Academy.
Raranga Harakeke
Date to be confirmed
We are offering a 4 hour workshop this term where you will begin preparing the flax ready to weave, then make some puti puti (flowers) and continue on to make a kono (4-sided basket). The price is $40 per person which includes all materials and a light lunch. Facilitated by Mihi Topou and held at the Upper Hutt Women's Centre.
Sewing
Mondays for 6 weeks from 13th October 11.30am to 1.30pm $50.00
Wednesday for 6 weeks from 15th October 6.30 to 8.30pm $50.00
Both beginners and people wishing to build on their existing skills are welcome to these classes. If you are a beginner the classes will involve learning how to sew. Practice sewing in lines and experimenting with the different stitches, then cutting out fabric to complete a tote bag before embarking on a project of your own choice. We have machines available to use or you are welcome to bring along your own. The cost is $50 for the 6 weeks and includes materials for the first project. These classes are held at the Upper Hutt Women's Centre and facilitated by Joy Passey
Silver Swans
(ballet for more mature learners)
Mondays for 8 weeks from 13th October
10.30am to 11.30am. $60.00 or $10 per class if you want to attend causally.
The very popular low impact Silver Swans programme has been designed by the Royal Academy of Dance specifically for the more mature learner; however all ages and abilities are welcome to attend. Ballet is a wonderful way to enhance mobility, posture, coordination and energy, with the benefits of cardiovascular health, muscle and bone strength and mental alertness. As an art form ballet offers creative self expression, relaxation and joy. Whether you danced in the past or always wanted to but never had the chance, now is the time! Classes are suitable for beginners as well as those with some experience. Facilitated by Anita Perin-Zgomba & Jacqui Beets and held at Anita’s Dance Academy.
Workout to Improve
Mental & Physical Health
Thursdays for 6 weeks from 16th October
10.30 to 11.30am $50.00 or $10.00 for casuals.
A fun, joyful class using dance movements to make exercise enjoyable, prioritising stretching, mobility and positive mental health. This class focuses on enriching your physical and mental health wellbeing. Exercise is increasingly being viewed as a form of mindfulness and enrichment, rather than needing to push yourself to the extremes. Facilitated by Anita Perin-Zgomba and held at Anita's Dance Academy. The cost is $50 for the 6 weeks or if you prefer to come casually it will be $10 per class.
Yoga for Greater Mobility
Mondays for 8 weeks from 6th October 10.00 to 11.00am
$50 for 8 weeks or $8 for casuals
This is a gentle seated class focusing on breath and movement, ending with a relaxing meditation. Facilitated by Janine Sarney and held at the Upper Hutt Womens Centre. The venue is wheelchair friendly
Yoga for Health & Energy
Mondays for 6 weeks from 13th October 6.30 to 7.25pm
$50 for 6 weeks or $10 for casuals
A great way to improve your health and energy which focuses on flexibility, balance, strength, breathing, relaxation and meditation. Classes are held for 6 weeks beginning 13th October. Facilitated by Jannine Sarney and held at Anita's Dance Academy. The cost is $50 or if you would prefer to come casually it is $10 per class