Conscious Breathing Session (Individual)
2027-06-10 15:30 - 20:30 (Pacific/Auckland) | Tauranga
Your soul is but a breath away…
Receive the gift of you!
Conscious breathing invites you to a deep connection and integration with soul. Allow to experience feeling connected in awareness and presence with all that you are. May support to move beyond of mental worry and spiritual searching, into deep trust and love of all you are.
These sessions are for those who are choosing to awaken to living as a divine human on earth in this lifetime.
The sessions are Tauranga based.
For more information on times or for an individual session, please contact:
Marie
Email: marie@connekt.co.nz
Mobile : 021 210 5929.

Kiaido Ryu Martial Arts
2027-06-10 18:00 - 19:30 | Mount Maunganui Intermediate School Hall, 21 Lodge Ave, Mt Maunganui
Kiaido Ryu Martial Arts focuses on teaching highly effective self-defence and a comprehensive martial arts system in a family friendly environment.
Our art is taught in an environment of mutual respect and cooperation that builds confidence and self-esteem.
An evolutionary martial art holistically encompassing elements of traditional Okinawan karate, kata and self-defence (bunkai) stand up sparring (K1 style), throwing, ground fighting, traditional weaponry (kobudo) and internal arts (Qi Gong) in a comprehensive syllabus.
Class times
Tuesday and Thursdays 6-00pm – 7.30pm
Mount Maunganui Intermediate School Hall
Welcome to pop in during class time to have a chat
Find more information here: www.martialarts.co.nz
Contact Us
Kiaido Ryu Martial Arts – The Mount Dojo
Phone/txt: 021 0333 090
Email: mountmartialarts@gmail.com
Facebook : https://www.facebook.com/KiaidoRyuTheMount

Spanish with Sonia
2027-06-10 19:00 - 20:30 | Multicultural Tauranga, Historic Village, 17th Ave, Tauranga
Sonia provides classes for all levels. Contact her for details.
Time: Thursday evenings
Start Date: TBA
Venue: Multicultural Centre, Historic Village, 17th Ave, Tauranga
Fee: $150 for 8 classes per term
Contact: Sonia Blair
Phone: 027 346 7723
Email: arsoniablair@yahoo.com

Keynotes Inc - Women’s Barbershop Chorus
2027-06-10 19:00 - 21:30 | Wesley Church, 100 13th Ave, Tauranga
Learn to sing four part harmony in Acapella style.
Enjoy fun and fellowship with an amazing group of ladies.
Keynotes Women’s Chorus meets:
Day: Thursdays
Time: 7pm- 9.30pm
Venue: Wesley Church, 100 13th Ave, Tauranga
For more info:
Phone Bernice 576 4848 or 027 442 4642
Email: keynotesbarbershop@gmail.com
Singing brings joy to many people – but did you know that your passion for singing can lead to incredible benefits in your physical, emotional, and social health ?
Come along and join us.

Model Railways
2027-06-10 19:15 - 21:30 | Cnr Cross Rd & Mirrelies Rd, Sulphur Point, Tauranga
Come down to the Model Railway Club for a look and a play.
You’ll find them upstairs on the corner of Cross Road and Mirrelies Road at Sulphur Point. All welcome.
Club times are:
Tuesday mornings 9.30am to 12.30pm
Thursday evenings 7.15pm to 9.30pm
Email: tmrcsecretary@gmail.com
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TaurangaModelRailway/

Young at Art Morning Classes
2027-06-11 10:00 - 13:00
Friday Adult Classes 10 am – 1 pm: Click for info
This is for those who are looking for more time to learn, improve their skills, seriously play and dig a bit deeper
Suitable for beginners – experienced levels .Classes held during term time.

Dates: Friday mornings
Cost: – Casual 3 hour sessions are an option at $66 each
Check for term fee

To register :
Phone: 022- 194 6615 (Joyce)
Email: youngatartdownunder@gmail.com

Tauranga Patchwork & Quilters Group
2027-06-11 10:00 - 15:00 | Art and Craft Centre , 177 Elizabeth Street, Tauranga
Members of the group meet at the Art and Craft Centre , 177 Elizabeth Street, Tauranga
Visitors are welcome.
Meets:- Second & Fourth Fridays; 10am – 3pm
Facebook link
For more information contact:
Email: taurangaquilters@gmail.com

ESOL English Classes
2027-06-11 13:30 - 14:30 | Multicultural Tauranga, Historic Village, 17th Ave, Tauranga
FREE ESOL English classess
Conversational English classes –Thursday from 10 am to noon – Walk in
ESOL CLASSES
$40 per term – Vocabulary, reading, grammar and writing on Friday 1.30 pm – 2.30 pm
ESOL CLASSES
$40 per term – Vocabulary, reading, grammar and writing on Monday 6.30 pm -7.30 pm
​To register for the English class, please email to enquiries@trmc.co.nz with your full name, phone number and which class would you like to attend.
For new students, first time for free then you need to pay $5 for each class after that, or $40 for the Term.
Venue: Historic Village, 17th Ave, Tauranga
Contact Multicultural Tauranga
Phone: 571 6419
Email: enquiries@trmc.co.nz
Website: http://www.trmc.co.nz/

Beginners Upholstery Workshop
2027-06-12 08:00 - 17:00 | Welcome Bay
Beginners workshops are back ! Do you want to learn some of the important fundamentals to upholstery ?
Fundamentals that will give you a professional finish ?
Learn webbing, corner pleats , buttoning , the correct way to attach fabric.
Also learn to strip piece down safely using correct tools.
The best part is using the pneumatic staple gun .
Come and enjoy a relaxed, fun, small group. Based in Tauranga in Welcome Bay.When: Day and evening workshops . Either 6 hours on one day or 2 evenings Send email of interest , what piece you would like to cover and I’ll forward all the details.chairup.upholstery@gmail.comWhat: BYO simple piece . BUT ** No large armchairs or couches.
Cost: $150
Where: Located Welcome Bay
Send email of interest , what piece you would like to cover and I’ll forward all the details.
Contact Paula:
Phone: 027 252 4414
Email: chairup.upholstery@gmail.com
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/bopupholsteryclass/

Taijiquan & Qigong
2027-06-12 09:00 - 10:00 | Kulim Park, 101 Kulim Avenue, Otumoetai, Tauranga
Join the Taiji/Qigong group. All welcome.
Days: Saturdays and Wednesdays
Time: 9am
Place: Kulim Park on the beach by big rock.
Cost: Free
Contact Petro for further details.
Phone: 021 751 665

Cardmaking at Craftables
2027-06-12 10:00 - 12:00 | Te Puna Memorial Hall, 3 Te Puna Rd, Te Puna
Most Saturday mornings we run a Cardmaking Class where Paula teaches a Cardmaking Project. The class ruins from 10am to approx 12.30pm.
The class is suited to all levels of skill, Paula will help you through if you are a beginner, of=r you can forge ahead and follow her detailed instructions if you want to. Come along and check it out, this class is a great way to meet new friends and have fun while doing it.
The price includes the product needed to make to the project, and refreshments are served.
We will bring along a mini shop with us of standard consumables, along with our latest products.
If you are interested in attending one of these Saturday Classes as you are visiting our region, or are a local and would like to come along to see what all the fuss is about please book using this link and we will contact you to confirm details.
Or call us on 07 579 4615 or email : mike@craftables.co.nz
Click on this link to register for our next class
https://craftables.co.nz/products/registration-of-interest-in-saturday-morning-cardmaking-classes-tepuna-hall

Where: the Te Puna Memorial Hall (just off the big roundabout and behind the BP Station station on SH2)
When: Saturday mornings from 10.00 pm- 12.00pm
Cost: $18 (this includes the product and instructions to make the card).
Check out all the available Cardmaking Kits
Check out the Craftables Calendar for upcoming classes & events.
Make sure you book in if you’re keen to join us!
Phone: 07 579 4615
Check out what’s happening on Facebook !

Mount Country Music Club
2027-06-12 12:00 - 15:30 | Mount Senior Citizens Club, 345 Maunganui Road, Mt Maungnaui
When: Every second Saturday of the Month, from Noon to 3.30pm
Where: Senior Citizens Hall, 345 Main Road, Mount Maunganui
Cost: $3 pp – Casual Fee – Bring your own Afternoon tea!
Contact: Dick – 027 493 8458

Rhythm 'n' Fun Line Dancing Saturdays
2027-06-12 16:00 - 17:30 | Wesley Church, 100 13th Ave, Tauranga
Come and enjoy learning to dance, making new friends, exercising your mind and body as well as extending your social life. Friendly classes. Newcomers and beginners welcome. If you need to know more…..
BUT you must contact Pat before coming to your first class.
No classes during during School Holidays & Public Holidays
Tauranga
Day: Saturday
Time:
Beginners 4 pm to 5 pm
Venue: Wesley Church, 100 13th Ave, Tauranga
Cost: $7
Phone: Pat Wilson 021 0271 2467
Email: patdancer01@gmail.com
Also groups in Tauranga on Mondays, Tuesdays & Wednesdays
NOTE: Please contact Pat before coming to your first class.
No classes during during School Holidays & Public Holidays

Bread Making - All types
2027-06-13 09:00 - 17:00 | Oropi
Begin your bread-making adventure today !
Chiabatta & brioche, French bread, sourdough, wholemeal milk and honey bread…..
Join a group or choose your date and create your own group.
All class fees are donated to Parkinson research.
Cost: $65, morning tea and lunch provided.
Class fees received go to Parkinson Research.
Contact: Barbara Fitzgibbon
Phone: 021 024 819 50
Email: bbfitz2@icloud.com

Falun Dafa
2027-06-13 09:45 - 10:45
Purify the Body and Calm the Mind

Falun Dafa, also known as Falun Gong, is a traditional self-cultivation practice based on the universal principles of Truthfulness, Compassion and Tolerance. Easy to learn, the practice includes four gentle standing exercises to purify the body and a seated meditation to calm the mind.
Around the world, millions of people from all walks of life and all ages have taken up the practice and report dramatic health improvements, clarity of thought, more energy and a deeper spiritual awareness.
True health comes from cultivating both mind and body.
Free to learn.
Please join our Free, Easy to Learn Exercise Sessions in the Parks as follows:
Exercises 1 to 4 only. Duration – 1x hour. Look for the Blue and White Banner.
1st and 2nd Sundays – Memorial Park by the fountain, enter from Devonport Rd
3rd Sunday – Papamoa Domain near car park below Bluebiyou Restaurant
4th Sunday – Marine Parade, near cenotaph opposite Pacific Ave.
Winter Hours – @ 10:15am
Summer Hours – @ 9:45am
Change at Daylight Saving time.
Please call / text Judy for any alternative arrangements.
Please phone or text 021 0425 398 for directions.
Email: judystauranga@protonmail.com

Model Aircraft Flying
2027-06-13 10:00 - 15:00 | Tect Park, State Highway 36, Tauranga-Rotorua Road
The Tauranga Model Aircraft Club has facilities at Tect Park which are always open for members of the public to attend and watch their activities.
Weekends and Wednesdays are the most popular but only when the weather is suitable.
Check https://www.facebook.com/groups/taurangamac or
Contact Dave on 021 909 407 to check the weather conditions are good for flying.

U3A Groups 2026
2027-06-13 12:00 - 17:00
The 2026 U3A handbook is on their website now
Have a look. You won’t believe the number of interest groups of all kinds that meet regularly in the wider Tauranga and Katikati area.
There are more than 70 ! so too many to individually list here.
Go to the Handbook. Join U3A and join a group.

Tauranga Country Music Club
2027-06-13 13:00 - 16:00 | Senior Citizens Hall, 14 Norris St, Tauranga
The Tauranga Country Music Club meets monthly:
When : 1pm on the 2nd Sunday of the month
Where : Senior Citizens Club, 14 Norris Street, Tauranga (behind Pak’n’Save)
Cost : $3
Contact : Merv Blue (07 571 6716)

Medieval Sword Fighting
2027-06-13 13:30 - 16:00 | Memorial Park, 11th Avenue, Tauranga
The Northern Horde of Tauranga are a Medieval re-enactment group, we meet for combat training, archery, dance and crafts.
Learn to fight with swords, axes, spears etc in a controlled and safe environment.
Where: Memorial Park, Tauranga
When: Sundays 1.30pm
For info: Charlie: 021 296 0215

Fun in French with Shelley - All levels
2027-06-13 16:00 - 21:00
All levels offered from Beginners to Advanced.

* Beginner French
Course Description: This class will arm you with the basics for surviving in a French speaking country – greetings, shopping, eating out, meeting people etc. – in a fun, friendly interactive way. Speaking even a modest amount of French will have a tremendous pay-off in terms of enjoyment and interaction with the locals.
* Next Step after Beginners – Confidence Builder
Course outline: Class for those who have completed the 10 week beginner course and wish to build up confidence and extend their skills. This is also a good class for False Beginners – those who have done some French but a while ago and want to get back into the swing of things again. Emphasis on communication skills.
* Intermediate French – Use it, don’t lose it !
Course Description: If you have some beginner French, don’t want to lose it but also want to enjoy SPEAKING French rather than just reading it then this is the class for you. This course is adapted to suit the level of participating students. Lots of interaction covering useful social situations. Learning and fun combined.
* Advanced Conversational French – On parle de tout, on s’amuse, tout en français
Course Description: Learning and fun combined. This 8-10 week class operates on an on-going basis and is designed for students who wish to improve, regain or maintain their fluency. The class is conducted entirely in French.
Click here for details re all levels of French
For more info:
French With Shelley
Phone: 07 578 9416
Email: shelley@lovefrench.nz
Website: www.frenchwithshelley.co.nz
Cost: $150 for the 10 week course
Merci beaucoup.

Welcome Bay Painters Group
2027-06-14 09:00 - 12:00 | Lighthouse Church, 260 Welcome Bay Rd, Welcome Bay, Tauranga
The group is a casual group. All abilities welcome.
When: Every Monday except public holidays
What Time: 9.00am-12.00pm
Where: Welcome Bay Community Church, 340 Welcome Bay Road.
Cost: $3 per session
Contact: Diane Riddler. 0276061827
Relax, chat, create, no pressure. All levels of skill welcome.

Free English Classes
2027-06-14 09:30 - 11:00 | Holy Trinity Church, 215 Devonport Rd, Tauranga
These group classes provide free English tuition to all comers, whatever their immigration or visa status. The aim is to provide life based vocab and structures to improve communication skills so friendships can be formed in the wider community. All ages and all levels of English are welcome. Just turn up and find the level that suits you.
No classes during school holidays.
When: Mondays 9.30 am – 11.00 am
Venue: Holy Trinity Church, 215 Devonport Road, Tauranga
Email: Elizabeth Price e7price@gmail.com
Phone: 578 7718
Term 1 2025 begins on 10th February.

Tauranga Creative Fibre Group
2027-06-14 09:30 - 13:00 | Art & Craft Centre, 177 Elizabeth St, Tauranga
Enjoy learning new crafts.
Tauranga Creative Fibre meets every Monday, 9.30am, at 177 Elizabeth Street, Tauranga. Learn knitting, crochet, spinning, weaving, felting & dying.
They also get together on the 2nd & 4th Thursday of the month at 6.30pm at the same venue.
Contact Person: Rosanne
Phone: 0275 752 175
Facebook: www.facebook.com/taurangacreativefibre

Papamoa Patchers
2027-06-14 09:30 - 14:30 | St Andrews Church, Cnr Dee & Macville Streets, Mount Maunganui
Visitors and prospective new members are warmly welcomed.
When: Mondays at 9.30am
Where: St Andrew’s Church Hall, Dee Street, Mount Maunganui.
Time: 9.30 am-2.30 pm on 1st and 3rd Monday and 9.30am- 12.30pm on 2nd and 4th Monday each month.
Contact : Phone 021 188 5840 for any further information.
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/papamoapatchers

Drawing For Pleasure: Tauranga Society of Artists
2027-06-14 09:30 - 16:00 | Elizabeth Street Community & Arts Centre, 169 Elizabeth Street, Tauranga
Should you be new to the drawing class you will be very welcome, with a number of ‘old hands’ happy and willing to share their skills.
MICHELANGELO quote: “Let whoever may have attained the power of drawing know that they hold a treasure.”

Second and Fourth Monday Mornings of each month
Morning 9.30 – 12.00
Drawing for pleasure
Afternoon 12.00 – 4.00
A continuation of the morning sessions, as above, but with no tutor. The rooms are open and all members are welcome to bring their drawing work, in any medium.

Contact: Convenor – Carol Macintyre

Tauranga Stamp Club
2027-06-14 10:00 - 12:00 | Wesley Church, 100 13th Ave, Tauranga
Meetings
Wesley Centre, 100 Thirteenth Avenue, Tauranga on the 2nd Monday (except January) at 10:00 am and 4th Monday (except December) at 7:30 pm monthly.
Doors open early for those who wish to purchase from circuit books and sales table.
Visitors always welcome.
Items of Interest: members are welcome to bring any interesting items to meetings.
When: Mondays
Daytime: 2nd Monday (except January) 10 am- 12 noon
Evening: 4th Monday (except December) 7.30pm – 9.30pm
Where: Wesley Church, 100 13th Ave, Tauranga
Contact: Brian
Phone: 07 576 5210
Email: bducker@kinect.co.nz
Website: https://nzpf.org.nz/societies-clubs/tauranga-and-district-stamp-club/

Lunchtime Art in the Library
2027-06-14 12:00 - 13:00 | Tauranga Library – Te Ao Mārama, 21 Devonport Road, 21 Devonport Road, Tauranga
We’re trialling a new programme for adults this term at Tauranga Library that we hope you’ll find inspiring: Lunchtime Art in the Library
Each week we’ll explore a different technique or style, including perspective, still life, watercolour, and stylised portraits. These 60-minute drop-in sessions are suitable for beginner and intermediate learners. Bring your lunch along and enjoy getting creative on your lunch break!
Begins: Monday, 9 February
Time: 12 noon–1pm
First topic: Sketching Basics
Free. Please let us know you’re coming by registering here: tinyurl.com/24rfu3fj
Have a look at The Programme

Greerton Garden Club
2027-06-14 13:00 - 15:00 | Greerton Senior Centre, 33 Maitland Street, Greerton, Tauranga.
Gardening Chat, Talks and Visits

Social meeting of like-minded gardening enthusiasts with monthly activities that include:
– Guest speakers
– Trading tables
– Garden rambles
– Competitions
– Raffles
– plus a wonderful afternoon tea.
Come along and try us out. Visitors welcome.
Day: 2nd Monday of the month February to November
Time: 1 pm to 3pm
Venue: Greerton Senior Centre, 33 Maitland Street, Greerton, Tauranga.
For more info:
Phone: 027 253 6704 (Sandy)
Email: greertongardenclub@gmail.com

Rhythm 'n' Fun Line Dancing Mondays Tauranga
2027-06-14 17:00 - 19:30 | Wesley Church, 100 13th Ave, Tauranga
Come and enjoy learning to dance, making new friends, exercising your mind and body as well as extending your social life. Friendly classes. Newcomers and beginners welcome.
BUT you must contact Pat before coming to your first class.
No classes during during School Holidays & Public Holidays
If you need to know more…..
Tauranga
Day: Monday Evenings
Time:
5.00pm – 6.00pm Beginners
6.00 pm – 7.00 pm Improvers
Venue: Wesley Methodist Church Hall, 100 13th Avenue, Tauranga
Phone: Pat Wilson on 544 2574 or 021 0271 2467
Email: patdancer01@gmail.com
Daytime Line Dancing sessions at the same venue on Tuesdays, & Wednesdays & Saturdays.
NOTE: Please contact Pat before coming to your first class.
No classes during during School Holidays & Public Holidays

Simple Hatha Yoga Te Puke
2027-06-14 17:30 - 18:30 | Lyceum Club, 8 Palmer Court, Te Puke
Yoga For All
Come and find your place in our friendly class.
When: Mondays 5.30pm
Where: Lyceum Hall, Te Puke
Contact:
Phone: 027 726 2358
Email: bekkimonger@gmail.com
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/bekkimongerfitness
Website : https://www.bekkimongerfitness.com
