Cats Night

Congratulations to our 1st prize raffle winner, ticket number 709 Becky Ellen-Johnson and our 2nd prize winner ticket number 974 Irene. What a great night we had.  The show was amazing, the costumes were wonderful and the music was great.  A big thanks again to the continuing support of the Otaki Players and also a huge thank you to the Kapiti community for their support, without the support of these wonderful people our fundraiser would not be possible.

K.W.C courses are very popular which means booking is essential. To register your interest in a course, telephone us on 902 6222 or visit the Centre. Courses cost only $15 plus any equipment fee incurred. Payment of this fee will confirm your place on the course.   Please note that we do not have Eftpos available at the centre, you can pay by Cash, Cheque or by Direct Credit.  Low cost childcare is available during courses, please inquire at the centre for more information.

KWC Courses Term 3 2013

Growing Food and Herbs

Join Green Gardener Hannah Zwartz, to learn about building gardens, finding cheap or free materials, nourishing the soil, and growing your own food. This course covers composting, worm farms, liquid feeds, and planting seeds and cuttings.

3 x Tuesdays, 12.30pm – 2.30pm, beginning 20th August.

“As an absolute beginner to gardening, I felt satisfied with the information to begin with confidence” – participant, 2012

“Very relaxed and hands on” – participant, 2012

Oil Painting for Beginners

Using water-based oils (virtually no odour), we will produce several works including a small landscape and floral image. A chance to make this versatile medium your friend!

6 x Thursdays, 1pm – 2.30pm, beginning 22nd August. This course has an additional $15 fee for materials.

NEW: Introduction to Meditation

We will look at the benefits of meditation and how it can be useful in our lives. We will explore 3 main approaches to meditation, including the history and philosophy behind these methods. Sessions include guided meditation, reading, discussions and watching related DVDs.

6 x Tuesdays, 9.45am – 11.45am, beginning 20th August.

Kitchen Cupboard Cosmetics

Learn to make and use your own natural, ethical and low-cost face,body and hair care products. Experiment with oils, herbs and ‘kitchen cupboard’ nmaterials to make and take home products such as body scrub, moisturiser, perfume, deodorant and toner.

2 x Tuesdays, 12.30pm – 2.30pm, beginning 10th September. This course has an additional $15 fee for materials.

“Exceeded expectations – wonderful to have so many products to take home” – participant, 2012

“Rachel is an excellent tutor who was well organised and approachable” – participant, 2012

Bringing out the Best in Children

A course designed to help women develop positive parenting skills and explore ways to bring out the best in their children (of any age). The course draws on The Virtues Project – click here to visit Virtues Project Aotearoa, and here for the “5 Strategies” they propose, which will be covered in the course.

6 x Thursdays, 9.30am – 11.30am, beginning 22nd August.

“Fantastic course that allows me to see my children differently” – participant, 2012

“I didn’t know what to expect but I got more than I could imagine” – participant, 2012

NEW: Beginner’s Te Reo

Learn about Maori pronunciation, greetings, wiata, pepeha, and simple sentences, in a supportive environment for absolute beginners.

6 x Fridays, 9.30am – 11.30am, beginning 16th August.

NEW: Creating Positive Relationships

This course is about YOU and your relationships. Learn the structure and different patterns within all relationships, how to recover from past relationships and create positive present and new relationships. Learn how to change what’s not working and enhance what is.

6 x Fridays, 12.30pm – 2.30pm, beginning 16th August

Yoga for Beginners

Introductory classes that will teach you the basic yoga moves, build your confidence and start your yoga career.

6 x Mondays, 1pm – 2pm, beginning 12th August

Women and Anger Programme

Kapiti Living Without Violence is running a Women and Anger Programme on Monday mornings. The programme provides group education for women on how to manage their anger and make positive changes for themselves and their family.

9 x Mondays, 9.15am-12pm, beginning 29th July

To enrol in this course, please contact Kapiti Living Without Violence 298 1404

This service is unavailable until further notice – Reiki (From The International Centre for Reiki Training)

Reiki is a Japanese technique for stress reduction and relaxation that also promotes healing.  It is administered by “laying on hands”.

A treatment feels like a wonderful glowing radiance that flows through and around you.  Reiki treats the whole person including body, emotions, mind and spirit creating many beneficial effects that include relaxation and feelings of peace, security and wellbeing.

Treatments are generally given on a massage table.  You do not remove your clothes and you can ask to have a light covering over you during the session.

Treatments are available Friday afternoons, sessions are approximately 45 minutes and cost $10 which is donated to the Centre.

Phone the Centre to make your booking now.

Term 2 2013 Courses

Go Parent

Fridays beginning 17th May

9 sessions, 9.15am – 12pm

This course will support you to be the best parent you can be. As well as developing parenting skills, the course will look at how you were parented, and how these experiences impact on your relationships with your children.

Harakeke Weaving

Thursdays beginning 6th June

6 sessions, 12.30pm – 2.30pm

Learn the basics of working with harakeke, combining practical flax weaving along with the tikanga integral in this art.

Discover Drawing

Fridays beginning 7th June

6 sessions, 1pm – 2.30pm

Our very popular art course for absolute beginners is back! This six-week course will give you the opportunity to try out lots of different drawing materials with a new image to take home each week. With step-by-step demonstration you can’t go wrong!

Singing for Beginners

Thursdays beginning 30th May

6 sessions, 9.30am – 11.30am

We will sing a wide range of simple songs together, and learn the basics of vocal technique in a relaxed supportive environment.

Values, Vision and Vitality

Mondays beginning 27 May

6 sessions, 12.30pm – 2.30pm

Discover what matters most. Sally is an experienced and qualified life coach, who will guide you as you create a vision for your future and step into action to live a more fulfilling life.

Wutao Dance

Tuesdays beginning 4th June

6 sessions, 1pm-2pm

Stretching and dance with guided music meditations, art therapy and shiatsu. Very gentle movements suitable for all levels of ability.

Women and Anger Programme

Mondays beginning 13th May

8 sessions, 9.15am-12pm

Kapiti Living Without Violence is running a Women and Anger Programme on Monday mornings. The programme provides group education for women on how to manage their anger and make positive changes for themselves and their family.

To enrol in this course, contact Kapiti Living Without Violence 2981404

Marvels of Massage!

If you’ve been thinking about doing a course this term at Kapiti Women’s Centre, there is one opportunity left! Our ‘Marvels of Massage’ course runs over two Friday morning sessions – April 12th and 19th – from 9.30am – 11.30am. Learn some marvelous relaxation techniques, and how to massage and nurture yourself. The course is $15, and payment will reserve your place (registration is essential). If you’re interested or have any questions, please give us a call on 902 6222. Don’t forget we have a low cost creche available during courses, at $2 per child per hour (must be pre-booked). Hope to see you at the Centre!