Rhythm 'n' Fun Line Dancing Mondays Tauranga
2026-10-26 17:00 - 19:30 (Pacific/Auckland) | 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
2026-10-26 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

English Evening Class
2026-10-26 18:30 - 20:30 | Bay Learning Academy, 22 Taupo Ave, Mt Maunganui
Evening classes on Mondays
Classes take place once a week and offer two levels, taught by qualified and highly experienced tutors. You can join at any time!
Time: 6:30 pm – 8:30 pm
Place: 22 Taupo Ave, Mt Maunganui
Cost: $180 per 6-week course
Classes take place once a week and offer two levels, taught by qualified and highly experienced tutors. You can join at any time!
Bay Learning Academy
Phone: 07 574 2868
Email: info@baylearning.co.nz
Website: http://www.baylearning.co.nz/
Address: 22 Taupo Ave, Mt Maunganui
Other Classes:
General English (ESOL)
All levels – You will have a placement test when you enrol to ensure we place you in the best class for your current level.
You will be taught by professional teachers who each have many years experience. Classes are text book based so you can see your progress.
Classes are communication based to ensure you have lots of practice!
Hours on a Monday:
9 am – 12 pm – Part-time (15 hours per week)
9 am – 2 pm – Full time (22.5 hours per week)
You can join any Monday.
View course costs and fees 2025

Beginner & Intermediate Spanish
2026-10-26 18:30 - 20:30 | Bay Learning Academy, 22 Taupo Ave, Mt Maunganui
Learn from a native Spanish speaker. Our tutors will have you speaking Spanish quickly and naturally.
Each course is 6 weeks long, but you can also join in the middle of the course. Many students progress from the Beginners to the Next level.
Beginners:
Day: Every Monday
Time: 6:30 pm – 8:30 pm
Intermediate:
Day: Every Monday
Time: 6:30 pm – 8:30 pm
Pre-intermediate:
Day: Every Wednesday
Time: 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Please contact us to inquire about upcoming start dates and availability.
Phone: 574 2868
Email: info@baylearning.co.nz
Address: 22 Taupo Ave, Mt Maunganui
Website: http://www.baylearning.co.nz/languages/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BayLearningAcademy
View course costs and fees 2025

Mindful Life Yoga Omokoroa Monday
2026-10-26 19:00 - 20:00 | Ōmokoroa Pavillion, Social Space, 28 Western Avenue, Ōmokoroa
Yoga Classes resume from January 29th!
Sign up for a free trial at Omokoroa or Te Puna

Monday 7:00 pm Omokoroa Pavilion
Wednesday 9:00 am Omokoroa Pavilion

Classes are open to all adults (beginners or experienced), whatever their level of physical fitness, age or gender.
The proposed approach is designed to be balanced and adaptable to each individual.
Please wear comfortable, supple clothing. Equipment supplied.
Costs:
Casual $20
10 Pack $150
Quarter Pass $175
Yearly Pass 450$
Just email or text me before. See you on the mat!
Stefan 022 477 3809
stefan@mlyoga.co.nz
www.mlyoga.co.nz
www.facebook.com/mindfullifeyoganz

Also. class on a Tuesday in Te Puna.

Harmony a Plenty Barbershop Chorus
2026-10-26 19:00 - 21:30 | Community Church, 183 Moffat Road in Bethlehem.
Singing in 4 part harmony

Come and Sing with Us

Have you always wanted to sing in a group but didn’t know where to start? We welcome potential members to come along and watch and listen as we go through our weekly rehearsal. If you already know some of the songs you can even join in! It’s great fun and not too scary, so why not pay us a visit ?
You are welcome to attend our chorus practice.

Day: Monday evenings
Time: Starting at 19:00 until about 21:30
Venue: Bethlehem Community Church, 183 Moffat Road, Bethlehem, Tauranga
– enjoy free voice training
– meet really nice guys who love to sing
– feel free to come and be part of the harmony
– you’ll recognize us by our smiles and good humour.
We are always looking for men of all ages who love to sing !!

Tauranga Scottish Country Dance Club
2026-10-26 19:15 - 21:30 | St John’s Church Hall, 94 Bureta Road, Otumoetai
Beginner Classes
When: Mondays
What Time: To be advised
Where: St John’s Church Hall, 94 Bureta Road, Otumoetai
Cost: To be advised
Club Dancing
When: Mondays
What Time: 7.15pm – 9.30pm
Where: St John’s Church Hall, 94 Bureta Road, Otumoetai
Cost: $4.00 Door Fee plus an Annual Subscription to join the club
For more info:
Contact: Bruce Wallen
Phone: 021 630 529
Email: taurangascdclub@gmail.com

Yoga for Seniors
2026-10-27 09:30 - 10:30 | Baden Powell Centre, 46 Harrisfield Drive, Hairini
We are a U3A group so are all active seniors. Our tutor has developed a program that is geared for all levels of fitness. Jess does not make judgements around what poses look like but rather encourages us to connect with our physical body through the use of breath and being present.
Day: Tuesday mornings
Time: 9.30 am to 10.30 am.
Tutor: Jess MacMillan, teaching Hatha Yoga
Co-conveners: Catherine Geeves, 021 415 660 Jan Morrison, 027 242 1869
Venue: Baden Powell Centre, 46 Harrisfield Drive, Hairini
Cost: $7 per session for venue hire & tutor
These classes are organized through U3A
It is mandatory for attendees to join U3A after trying the class for 3 times, the cost being $25/year, plus a once only fee of $10 for a name badge in the first year of joining.
Click here for more info regarding the wide variety of U3A groups.

Model Railways
2026-10-27 09:30 - 12:30 | 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/

Rhythm 'n' Fun Line Dancing Tuesdays Tauranga
2026-10-27 10:00 - 11:00 | 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.
If you need to know more…..
Tauranga
Day: Tuesday Mornings
Time:
10.00pm – 11.00pm Absolute Beginners
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 Mondays, Wednesdays & Saturdays.
NOTE: Please contact Pat before coming to your first class.
No classes during during School Holidays & Public Holidays

Just Wanna Have Fun at Greerton Library
2026-10-27 10:00 - 11:30 | Greerton Library, 139 Greerton Road, Tauranga
Keen to try something new, have fun and meet new people?
Come along to Te Ao Mārama – Greerton Library on Tuesdays to join in a different activity each week.
With craft workshops, board games, and fun with robots, you won’t want to miss a week!
Programme information:

4 February – Waitangi Day Activities
11 February – Valentines Card Making
18 February – Movie Morning
25 February – Lunar New Year Paper Craft
4 March – Lego Fun
11 March – Saint Patrick’s Day Crafts
18 March – Digi Fun
25 March – Bingo
1 April – Dachshund Love: Stories and Craft
8 April – Dot Art

For adults. Groups welcome (if your group is more then 5+ please let us know in advance)
No booking required. Just turn up.

Location: Te Ao Mārama – Greerton Library, 139 Greerton Road

Accessibility
Accessible bathrooms
Accessible seating available
Certified disability assist dogs welcome
Mobility parking spaces
Wheelchair access

Disclaimer: While we endeavour to ensure the event information on this website is accurate we accept no liability for its accuracy or the accuracy of the content of any websites accessed through the links provided.

Knit & Knatter at Papamoa Library
2026-10-27 10:00 - 12:00 | Papamoa Library, 15 Gravatt Road, Papamoa
Join us for some friendly knitting and a good natter. Bring along your latest project, share your ideas and skills or simply enjoy time spent with fellow creators.
Crocheters, cross stitchers, embroiderers and beginner knitters are welcome.
Where: Papamoa Library, 15 Gravatt Road
When:
Tuesdays 10am -12pm
Wednesdays at 1pm- 2pm

Other sessions are held:
Greerton Library : Tuesdays at 12.30pm – 2pm

Creative Play at Mount Wildheart Art
2026-10-27 10:00 - 12:00 | Wildheart Studio, Arataki
When: Wednesday mornings 9.30am – 11am
Dates: Check date on the website confirmed
Venue: Wildheart Studio Arataki
Cost: $215 for the 6 sessions
Tutor: Jacqui van den Berg
Phone: 021 069 6555
Email: jacquivandenbergartist@gmail.com
Book via the website: www.mountwildheart.co.nz

Senior Net
2026-10-27 10:00 - 16:00 | Historic Village, 17th Ave, Tauranga
Senior Net Classes
Learn from somebody your own age. SeniorNet is a community training network that supports and motivates people to enjoy and use technology in their everyday lives. Daytime classes Monday to Friday. Check out the timetable here.

We specialise in improving the computer skills for adults over 40 years of age, so that they have somewhere to go to meet other like-minded people who also want to improve or volunteer to assist others in learning about computers and hear about the latest computer technologies, through the regular courses and workshops that we offer.
We provide small, friendly and stress-free computer classes, where you will gain the necessary skills and confidence you need to get the most out of information technology.
Clubrooms: the Historic Village, 17th Ave, Tauranga
Contact: The Secretary
Phone: 577 1912 or 021 277 1912
Email: tauranga@seniornet.nz
Website: www.taurangaseniornet.co.nz

Knit and Knatter at Greerton Library!
2026-10-27 12:30 - 14:00 | Greerton Library, 139 Greerton Road, Tauranga
Join us for some friendly knitting and a good natter. Bring along your latest project, share your ideas and skills or simply enjoy time spent with fellow creators.
Crocheters, cross stitchers, embroiderers and beginner knitters are welcome.
Greerton Library : Tuesdays 12.30pm to 2pm
If you want to learn but don’t know how – Come along and learn with the Greerton Main Street Community Knitters. If you are an advanced knitter, you are also welcome to come and share your skills!
Greerton Library : Every Tuesday from 12.30pm
For more information about these sessions
Contact Lesley
Email: lesleywarner66@gmail.com
Phone: 0210309280.
Other sessions are held:
Pāpāmoa Library
Tuesdays 10am – 12pm
Wednesdays 1pm – 2pm

Fun in French with Shelley - All levels
2026-10-27 13:30 - 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.

Line Dancing Pāpāmoa
2026-10-27 15:30 - 18:00 | Pāpāmoa Sport & Rec Centre, 80 Alice Lane, Pāpāmoa, Spratt Reserve, Off Parton Rd, Papamoa
Come and join fun classes that are good for your body, mind and soul. It is a relaxed and friendly atmosphere and everybody is welcome.
When :
Absolute beginner class: Tuesdays 3.30pm – 4.15 pm
Beginner class: Tuesdays 4.30 pm- 5.45 pm
Venue :
Pāpāmoa Sport and Rec Centre, Gordon Spratt Reserve ,
off Parton Road Reserve
Cost : $7.00
For more information or to enrol:
Contact : Robyn Merritt
Phone : 0210649278
Email : robynmerritt1@gmail.com

Kiaido Ryu Martial Arts
2026-10-27 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

Chess Mount Maunganui
2026-10-27 18:15 - 21:30 | RSA Mount Maunganui, 544 Maunganui Road, the Mount
The Challenge of Chess for the whole family
Come along and enjoy the atmosphere and the fun challenge of a game of chess.
Standard chess rules apply.
Includes casual games.
Just visit and see if chess is for you!
On Tuesday 6.15 pm-7 pm for learning players and 7.00pm onwards for any player. Includes casual chess.

Day: Tuesdays (excl. Public holidays)

Time: 6.15 pm-7 pm for learners, 7.00pm – 9.30pm onwards for any player. Includes casual chess.
Location: Mount Maunganui RSA, 544 Maunganui Road, the Mount.
Contact:
Secretary & co-founder: Caleb Wright first25plus5@gmail.com
Website: www.westernbopchess.weebly.com/

English Language Partners Free Online Courses
2026-10-27 18:30 - 20:30 | On Line
Check out the Free On Line Courses available at English Language Partners
You will find English courses for:

Employees
Raising a Child in NZ
Listening and Speaking – different levels at different times
Professional Speaking for Work
Real Life English
Kiwi Speak
Speaking Fluently & Accurately
Reading and Writing – different levels at different times
Getting Ready for IELTS

For full details contact: Philippa
Phone: 571 4181
Email: philippa.cairns@englishlanguage.org.nz
Website: www.englishlanguage.org.nz
Address: Suite 5, 212 Chadwick Road, Greerton, Tauranga

Poetry Club: Read Between the Rhymes
2026-10-27 19:00 - 21:00 | The Incubator Creative Hub, Historic village, 17th Ave, Tauranga
We welcome emerging and established poets and lovers of poems to come along to a supportive collective in a relaxed atmosphere.
Come along to share your poetry, and listen and enjoy poetry in all its forms.
When: The last of Tuesday of every month, 7:00 pm – $5 koha
New poets and poetry lovers always welcome.
Bring some nibbles, a tipple, of course! and your sense of humour !
The theme for April: ‘ Old Friends ’

No two poets are the same, so bring your beautiful, unique self along and let’s have a great night.
Join our Facebook group page here for updates

Film Bay of Plenty Scriptwriters
2026-10-27 19:00 - 21:00 | Zoom
Calling all screenwriters
Film Bay of Plenty Screenwriters – has been formed for those who are keen to work in a focused way on developing screenplays for Bay of Plenty filmmakers.
Primarily the goal is to generate ideas so that then groups of two or more writers can work on them and turn them into screenplays for TV series, web series, feature films or short films. Individual writers may also benefit from others in the group to provide feedback and assistance.
They will be hosting regular weekly writers’ sessions online with monthly speaker using Zoom every Tuesday from 7 pm.
Contact Rosalie Liddle Crawford or via Facebook for details.

Inachord Chorus
2026-10-27 19:00 - 21:00 | Community Church, 183 Moffat Road in Bethlehem.
Do you like to sing in the shower, entertain a crowd singing with friends or enjoy the challenge of some moves to accompany your singing ?
Then come and join us.
We are a fun loving group of women of all ages, who enjoy entertaining. Our musical director is Dan Ireremia.
We meet every Tuesday night at 7pm-9pm at the Community Church, 183 Moffat Road in Bethlehem.
For more info: contact Julie
Phone: 0210 252 6805

Tauranga Acoustic Music Club
2026-10-27 19:00 - 21:30 | Greerton Social Club 1334 Cameron Rd, Greerton
Tauranga Acoustic Music Club is a group of people who enjoy making music.
We grew out of the folk music club tradition: music of the people, by the people for the people – so pretty much anything goes!
Newbies are welcomed & encouraged!
Friendly get-together, all instruments, all levels of ability.

Blackboard Concert
Every 2nd and 4th Tuesday of the month we have a blackboard concert, where we set up a PA system, and you put your name(s) on the board, then take it in turns to get up and do a couple of songs. On the other Tuesdays we sit around a table and have a jam session.

When: Tuesdays 7pm
Where: Greerton Social Club 1334 Cameron Rd, Greerton
Contact Brin Dellow for details:
Phone: 027 485 8267
Email: tamusicclub@gmail.com

Tauranga Toastmasters
2026-10-27 19:30 - 21:00 | 33 Burrows Street, Tauranga South
Tauranga Toastmasters provide a supportive and positive learning experience in which members are empowered to develop communication and leadership skills, resulting in greater self-confidence and personal growth.
We meet at 7.15 pm for a 7.30 pm start every Tuesday evening at 33 Burrows Street, Tauranga South, Tauranga.
Come along for your three FREE visits and see how Tauranga Toastmasters can benefit you. We look forward to having you join us on Tuesday evening!
Guests are Warmly Welcomed!
Each member has taken the plunge and stepped through the Toastmasters door for a myriad of personal reasons; which makes us a very supportive team with oodles of personality, fun, and enthusiasm. Some of which have been members for several months, and some for (more than) several years! As a guest, there is no expectation for you to jump in head first – only when you are ready to.
At Tauranga Toastmasters you will receive encouragement to attain your personal goals.

The Katikati Coffin Club
2026-10-28 08:30 - 12:00 | 78 Prestidge Road, Katikati
Where Members:

Meet socially
Discuss the question of Death
Plan their ‘Last Farewell’
Help other Members make & decorate Coffins
Make their own traditional or modern Coffin
Make & decorate coffins for special needs – ie. Still Born Babies

Lifetime Membership: $10-00

The Coffin Club meets:
Day and Time: every Wednesday from 8-30am to noon
Address: 78 Prestidge Road, Katikati
Contact: Danny: 021 204 4302
Email: kkcoffinclub@gmail.com

Mindful Life Yoga Omokoroa Wednesday
2026-10-28 09:00 - 10:00 | Ōmokoroa Pavillion, Social Space, 28 Western Avenue, Ōmokoroa

Taijiquan & Qigong
2026-10-28 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

Jade Health Taiji - Tauranga Tai Chi Classes
2026-10-28 09:30 - 11:00 | St Georges Church Hall, 1 Church Street, Gate Pa,Tauranga
Jade Health Taiji. Tauranga Tai chi Classes.
David teaches Tai Chi Traditional Yang Form and also Qigong.
The classes are suitable for beginners. All students work at their own level and ability.
Tai Chi is different to normal fitness classes in that it teaches a person how to identify and release tension being held in the body.
There is a very deliberate mental aspect to learning Tai Chi so although it looks simple to the observer, it is definitely not easy.
Those who come to understand the benefits of Tai Chi and Qigong will recognise the improvements in strength and balance and body posture.
Jade Health Taiji is affiliated to Sport BOP so we offer training to all comers and in particular to the Keep on Your Feet program.
Tauranga Classes
Where: St Georges Church Hall, Gate Pa, 2 Church St.
When: Wednesday 9.30 – 11.00am
Cost:$10 per class for casual but there is a 10 class concession card available for $80 classes. The concession card is valid for any class.
Wear comfortable clothing and soft shoes or bare feet. Bring a water sipper bottle.
For more information:
Tutor: David
Ph: 027 222 2824
Email: davidrparker123@gmail.com

Portraiture - Tauranga Society of Artists
2026-10-28 09:30 - 12:00 | Elizabeth Street Community & Arts Centre, 169 Elizabeth Street, Tauranga
Portraiture with Robin Purllant
The aim of the class is to encourage with positive, constructive information, with critique and sharing. The class is open to all those interested in portraiture. We are a friendly lot, there is no pressure and all work at their own level.
Robin spent 4 years at Art School in London, and then went into advertising, working as Art Director for two of the biggest advertising agencies in London. He spent many years involved in “big-name” accounts and his knowledge of all mediums is extensive.
Every Second and Fourth Wednesday Morning of each month
Morning 9.30 – 12.00
