What People Say

WHAT PEOPLE SAY

Beekeeping
"This was a great course. I learned quite a bit about bees, got confidence in handling them, and really enjoyed David and Jo. All questions answered, so much information shared. I would do another one in a heartbeat." Gail

"Thanks - this was a really worthwhile course....relaxed, hands-on, with a pragmatic knowledgeable facilitator." Mary Ann

Breadmaking
"Extremely organised, easy to follow." Collette

"Very interesting & very inspirational. Can't wait to start baking more at home. It was perfect! Thank you Amy." Liza

Cake Decorating
“Great teacher!” Kasey

“Keep up the good work Kay.” Phyll

Excel
"Great atmosphere. Tutor was a good teacher, thank you."     Kim

"Jo is enthusiastic which is encouraging. No real jargon either."   Moeroa

"I found Jo to be an excellent tutor and would go to her workshop again." Mike

French
“Enjoyed Brigittes teaching – lots of fun.” Donna

“Really enjoyed it, thanks.” Lesley

Have Fun with Fragrance
"I enjoyed that it was a small class. The aroma's were lovely. Enjoyed Raewyn's energy and sense of humour and having products to take away." Liz

"Fantastic course, fab tutor! Great mix of learning, fun, no pressure. Thank you. Wendy

Japanese Cooking
"Course is great, engaging and easy to follow. Looking forward to the next few weeks." Charlotta

"Good class, Great food!" Rose

Journal Making
"Lovely paper work, great teacher, generous with ideas and materials." Ank

"Great learning environment." Val

Mosaics
“Thank you, this was an excellent introduction to mosaics and you were very patient with us!!” Terri

"I enjoyed the course and was pleased with my mosaic. AnneMaree was very organised, experienced and clear in her teaching and encouraged me to try what I wanted to do and helped me to succeed." Valerie

CEW GALLERY

You can view some of the work completed
by students in the Mosaics workshop
by visiting the CEW gallery.

Natural Body Products
"Really fun class with great lotions to come away with." Hannah

"Really enjoyed the course!" Marcelle

Pastries
"Amy is a very skilled and patient tutor - what a great time I had - learned heaps. Highly recommended." Heather

Photography
“Sally was outstanding. She has given me the knowledge and confidence to take great photos.” Kate

"Its been a fantastic course and have learned a lot that I can put to use with my new camera." Gareth

"Sally's knowledge & experience was amazing." Christine

Qigong
"Enjoyed the class very much thank you." Sarah

HOW TO FIND US

The CEW office is now in a new building situated opposite the library, best access via Gate 2.

Rongoa: Maori Medicine
"This was an amazing day. I went along not knowing what to expect and came away feeling really inspired and knowledgeable. It was the best day out I have spent in a long time and the tutor was just wonderful." Sue

"Great group of new friends, wanted it to continue." Jacqui

Spanish
"I have really enjoyed the course and Maria's way of teaching is very practical. I felt I was learning the things I need to know. It was a good atmosphere, conducive to learning and being able to ask questions. Maris is very encouraging, very patient and a delight to learn from. Thank you."
Hilary

"Very enjoyable classes - ready for more." Heather

Te Reo Māori
"Jason is an absolutely brilliant teacher and this has been one of the best parts of my week! He has thoroughly enriched our year in Aotearoa and left us with huge respect for Te Reo and Maori culture." Donald

"Brilliant class, I learnt so much - Thank you!"
Lizzie

“Great class and great tutor.” Gay

“Excellent, very engaging and helpful. Great way to start learning Te Reo.” Murray

Ukulele
"I am really enjoying ukulele lessons even though I am all thumbs" Christina

"I thoroughly enjoyed the workshop as usual and will be signing up for another one." Vicki

"Practical and the end result looks great! I really enjoyed the weekend and I'm really keen to do the next course as well. Everyone was very friendly and supportive - a great weekend." Rachel

Writing your Family History
"Course was excellent." David

"Great course & full of information." Judy

Yoga
"Well run, enjoyable sessions. Great for the body and soul." Heather

Soap making workshop
"Absolutely enjoyable morning and very knowledgeable tutor. Very engaging & friendly
Virgil

"Really enjoyed the morning & class." Julie

"Great course. Thanks Lyn." Emma

Sewing Bee
"I loved this course and learnt so much. I look forward to doing another one." Emma

“Vivienne is a great tutor, organised and makes time for all participants and is helpful/good at problem solving.” Peggy