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REFUND POLICY
Unless a course is cancelled members are not eligible for a refund of course fees except in exceptional circumstances. Members requesting a refund are required to fill in a “Refund Request” form which then goes to the executive for a decision. Refunds can only be made by bank transfer.
Membership fees are not refundable.
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Textile and Fibre Art Tutor: Sue Martin
For8 weeks
OnMonday
From:
14-Oct to 02-Dec
Time:
09:30 AM to 02:30 PM
Location: U3A Centre - Room 06 Places: 12 max (12 vacant) Fee: $40.00
Advanced course requiring wide knowledge of techniques used, such as free motion/thread painting. PLEASE NOTE: New enrolments are not available: the class is working to complete an exhibition for the 2025 seniors week.
Crochet on Monday Tutor: Wendy Byron
For8 weeks
OnMonday
From:
14-Oct to 02-Dec
Time:
10:00 AM to 12:00 PM
Location: U3A Centre - Room 05 Places: 12 max (12 vacant) Fee: $20.00
PLEASE NOTE: This term continues on from Term 3 and is only open to Term 3 students. We will continue to extend upon our skills and knowledge in the craft of crochet. THERE IS A NEW CROCHET CLASS AVAILABLE for new students and it will be held on Wednesdays. Please see the separate listing Crochet on Wednesday.
Dancing on Monday Tutor: Christine Battisson
For8 weeks
OnMonday
From:
14-Oct to 02-Dec
Time:
09:30 AM to 11:30 AM
Location: 16 Kingfisher Road Places: 25 max (25 vacant) Fee: $20.00
Dances From Around The World
Calligraphy: Tutor: Christine Tapsell
For4 weeks
OnTuesday
From:
05-Nov to 26-Nov
Time:
10:00 AM to 12:00 PM
Location: U3A Centre - Room 06 Places: 10 max (10 vacant) Fee: $10.00
'NOVEMBER HANDWRITING' ... a 4-week course for anyone to practise handwriting. BYO materials and choice of style. Everyone welcome, whether left-handed or right-handed, those who have or haven't done a Calligraphy course. Relaxed atmosphere, soft music background. PLEASE NOTE: The class on 5th November will be held 9-11am because of the Melbourne Cup function to be held at U3A. For a list of materials required please contact Tutor Christine Tapsell text: 0408 177 964 email: ctapselltimbs@gmail.com
Acrylic Art for Beginners Tutor: Adele Lingard
For8 weeks
OnWednesday
From:
16-Oct to 04-Dec
Time:
10:00 AM to 12:00 PM
Location: U3A Centre - Room 06 Places: 8 max (8 vacant) Fee: $20.00
This course is for those who have always wanted to learn how to paint and it is held in a relaxed environment within a small group. Please bring a small canvas 16x16 (40.6x40.6cm), apron, china plate, glad wrap, paper towels, A4 visual diary.
The Art Class Tutor: Lorraine Watson
For8 weeks
OnWednesday
From:
16-Oct to 04-Dec
Time:
01:00 PM to 03:00 PM
Location: U3A Centre - Room 06 Places: 15 max (15 vacant) Fee: $20.00
Do you enjoy doing acrylic or watercolour painting, drawing, pastels, charcoal or any other medium? Then why not join a group of like-minded people and have 2 hours of lovely company while working on your art. (Please note that there is no tutor for this course).
Card Making Techniques Tutor: Alice Totonjian
For8 weeks
OnWednesday
From:
16-Oct to 04-Dec
Time:
10:00 AM to 12:00 PM
Location: 1/185 Lake Road Places: 12 max (12 vacant) Fee: $20.00
Create exquisite cards. Learn fundamentals including stamping, die cutting, embossing. Pay convener $7 weekly for materials. A minimum of 5 enrolments is required for the course to proceed.
Crochet on Wednesday Tutor: Wendy Byron
For7 weeks
OnWednesday
From:
16-Oct to 04-Dec
Time:
10:00 AM to 12:00 PM
Location: U3A Centre - Room 05 Places: 12 max (12 vacant) Fee: $17.50
This is a structured course in the basic stitches and techniques in crochet for absolute beginners. Participants will need to bring a skein of 8ply cotton yarn and a 4mm crochet hook to the first class. PLEASE NOTE: there will be no class on Wednesday 30th October
Dancing - Thursday for Performance Tutor: Christine Battisson
For7 weeks
OnThursday
From:
17-Oct to 28-Nov
Time:
12:30 PM to 02:30 PM
Location: 16 Kingfisher Road Places: 10 max (10 vacant) Fee: $17.50
Practise non-partner dances for performance.
Art, Design and Culture Tutor: Peter Buckley & Michael Rogers
For8 weeks
OnFriday
From:
18-Oct to 06-Dec
Time:
09:30 AM to 11:30 AM
Location: U3A Centre - Room 09 Places: 20 max (20 vacant) Fee: $20.00
Engage with Australian and international cultures through painting, photography, sculpture and architecture - the beautiful, ugly, provocative and thoughtful. Presentations by a range of speakers.
Music - Classical Music Appreciation Tutor: David Friederich
For8 weeks
OnFriday
From:
18-Oct to 06-Dec
Time:
09:30 AM to 11:30 AM
Location: U3A Centre - Room 08 Places: 18 max (18 vacant) Fee: $20.00
Relax and enjoy music from the world's greatest composers with some magnificent ballet and opera highlights. You may even be surprised with music you haven't heard before.
Magic of Movies Tutor: Florence Gibbins
For8 weeks
OnFriday
From:
18-Oct to 06-Dec
Time:
09:30 AM to 12:00 PM
Location: U3A Centre - Room 05 Places: 16 max (16 vacant) Fee: $20.00
For movie lovers and people who enjoy the wonders of film-making, the magic of cinematography, music, costumes and acting. Relax on Friday into the escapism and entertainment of a movie, then enjoy a group discussion.
Canasta Tutor: Dianne Drake & Giselle Brame
For8 weeks
OnMonday
From:
14-Oct to 02-Dec
Time:
01:30 PM to 04:00 PM
Location: U3A Centre - Room 05 Places: 16 max (16 vacant) Fee: $20.00
An enjoyable and strategic card game, usually played in groups of four with a partner. The class will cater for experienced players and beginners. Please bring cards if you have them.
Mahjong Tutor: Giselle Brame
For8 weeks
OnTuesday
From:
15-Oct to 03-Dec
Time:
12:30 PM to 03:00 PM
Location: U3A Centre - Room 10 Places: 36 max (36 vacant) Fee: $20.00
Western style play. PLEASE NOTE: Term 4 is only for people who have an understanding of Western Style Mahjong as there will be NO Beginners Class at this time.
Chess on Tuesdays Tutor: Michael Powazuk
For7 weeks
OnTuesday
From:
15-Oct to 03-Dec
Time:
10:00 AM to 12:00 PM
Location: U3A Centre - Room 05 Places: 10 max (10 vacant) Fee: $17.50
Some experience necessary. A good opportunity to improve your chess playing skills. Game sets provided. Perhaps this is the term for you to reignite your passion for Chess! PLEASE NOTE THERE WILL BE NO CLASS ON MELBOURNE CUP DAY, 5TH NOVEMBER.
500 Card Game Tutor: Ross Brindley & John McIntyre
For8 weeks
OnThursday
From:
17-Oct to 05-Dec
Time:
02:00 PM to 04:00 PM
Location: U3A Centre - Room 10 Places: 26 max (26 vacant) Fee: $20.00
'500' is a popular card game played by four players. It involves trumps and the taking of tricks. Maybe you haven't played 500 for ages? Maybe you have never played it? Both beginners and experienced players are welcome so come along and join in the fun!
Scrabble at Port Tutor: Celia Eastman
For8 weeks
OnThursday
From:
17-Oct to 05-Dec
Time:
09:30 AM to 12:00 PM
Location: U3A Centre - Room 05 Places: 17 max (17 vacant) Fee: $20.00
For those interested in playing or learning to play Scrabble in an enjoyable and friendly atmosphere. All levels welcome. Please bring your own boards.
Balance n Bones Mondays Tutor: Jane Raine
For8 weeks
OnMonday
From:
14-Oct to 02-Dec
Time:
12:30 PM to 01:30 PM
Location: U3A Centre - Room 10 Places: 15 max (15 vacant) Fee: $20.00
Based on a DVD exercise program made especially for NSW U3A. For strength, coordination and balance. Bring hand weights. Can be done seated.
Exercise at the Beach - Tuesday Tutor: Rob McCluskey
For14 weeks
OnTuesday
From:
15-Oct to 28-Jan
Time:
07:45 AM to 08:30 AM
Location: Town Beach Places: 25 max (25 vacant) Fee: $20.00
Advanced exercise for seniors. Yoga mat or towel exercise band and light hand weights required. Plenty of social interaction and banter enjoyed by all. We are based at a picnic shelter just behind the sand at Town Beach. Course continues in term break. Please note there will be no classes on 24th Dec and 31st Dec.
Sacred Texts of the World Tutor: Carol Baker
For7 weeks
OnTuesday
From:
15-Oct to 03-Dec
Time:
01:00 PM to 03:00 PM
Location: U3A Centre - Room 08 Places: 20 max (20 vacant) Fee: $17.50
This is the second term of a video course with Professor Grant Hardy. We will uncover the metaphysics, goals of life and ethics in each of the following belief systems: Jainism, Confucianism, Daoism, Christianity, Islam and Baha'i. A fascinating journey of discovery. Please Note: There will be no class on Melbourne Cup Day 5th November.
Balance n Bones Wednesday Tutor: Jane Raine
For8 weeks
OnWednesday
From:
16-Oct to 04-Dec
Time:
12:30 PM to 01:30 PM
Location: U3A Centre - Room 10 Places: 15 max (15 vacant) Fee: $20.00
Based on a DVD exercise program made especially for NSW U3A. For strength, coordination and balance. Bring hand weights. Can be done seated.
Chair Yoga Plus Tutor: Karen Roberts
For5 weeks
OnFriday
From:
01-Nov to 29-Nov
Time:
11:00 AM to 12:00 PM
Location: U3A Centre - Room 10 Places: 20 max (20 vacant) Fee: $12.50
Part of the class will be modified yoga, sitting on chairs or standing with chairs for support. After that we will do other movement practices. For those with physical limitations or restricted mobility. Improve strength, flexibility, mobility.
Exercise at the Beach - Friday Tutor: Rob McCluskey
For14 weeks
OnFriday
From:
18-Oct to 31-Jan
Time:
07:45 AM to 08:30 AM
Location: Town Beach Places: 25 max (25 vacant) Fee: $20.00
Advanced exercise for seniors. Yoga mat or towel, exercise band and light hand weights required. Plenty of social interaction and banter enjoyed by all. We are based at a picnic shelter just behind the sand at Town Beach. Course continues in the holidays. Please note there will be no classes on 27th Dec and 3rd Jan.
Yogalates Tutor: Karen Roberts
For5 weeks
OnFriday
From:
01-Nov to 29-Nov
Time:
01:00 PM to 02:30 PM
Location: U3A Centre - Room 10 Places: 20 max (20 vacant) Fee: $12.50
Yoga + Pilates for strength, flexibility, general wellbeing. Includes breathing practices, meditation, relaxation. Bring mat/towel, cushion and scarf/blanket for relaxation. Beginners welcome. Note, 1st November class will start at 12.30, due to AGM.
Qigong for Health and Vitality Tutor: Karen Roberts
For6 weeks
OnFriday
From:
01-Nov to 06-Dec
Time:
09:30 AM to 10:30 AM
Location: U3A Centre - Room 10 Places: 20 max (20 vacant) Fee: $15.00
Qigong ('Cheegong') helps build our energy through slow, gentle movements, then we meditate, leaving us better able to cope in our daily lives.
Australian History - Monday Tutor: Doug Emanuel
For8 weeks
OnMonday
From:
14-Oct to 02-Dec
Time:
10:00 AM to 12:00 PM
Location: U3A Centre - Room 10 Places: 50 max (50 vacant) Fee: $20.00
Modern Australian History classes began when PMHU3A started in 2005 and remain a very popular class. We did not learn a great deal of Australian History at school so this course is an opportunity to catch up on our unique interesting and rich past from pre-colonial days until the present.
Australian History - Wednesday Tutor: Tony Dawson
For8 weeks
OnWednesday
From:
16-Oct to 04-Dec
Time:
10:00 AM to 12:00 PM
Location: U3A Centre - Room 10 Places: 50 max (50 vacant) Fee: $20.00
A broad look at people places and events that have contributed to our rich history from pre-colonial days to the present.
Moved Play Readings - Classic Drama Tutor: Pauline Cain
For5 weeks
OnMonday
From:
14-Oct to 11-Nov
Time:
01:00 PM to 03:00 PM
Location: U3A Centre - Room 08 Places: 20 max (20 vacant) Fee: $12.50
Playreading - some fun to end the year! We will have a brief introduction, then we will read the plays aloud. POPULAR MECHANICALS (Keith Robinson/Tony Taylor) PRIDE AND PREJUDICE SORT OF! (Isobel McArthur after Jane Austen).
Great Ideas in Western Philosophy Tutor: Reg Millar & Brian Tolagson
For8 weeks
OnTuesday
From:
15-Oct to 03-Dec
Time:
10:00 AM to 12:00 PM
Location: U3A Centre - Room 09 Places: 20 max (20 vacant) Fee: $20.00
Great philosophic ideas stimulate societies and leaders. This interactive course examines 16 ideas and the debates that they spawned. PLEASE NOTE: on 5th November, Melbourne Cup Day, the class will be held one hour earlier than usual, ie, 9am - 11am.
Dramatic Fun Tutor: Julie Millar
For4 weeks
OnTuesday
From:
29-Oct to 03-Dec
Time:
01:00 PM to 03:00 PM
Location: U3A Centre - Room 04 Places: 10 max (10 vacant) Fee: $10.00
Enjoy some fun play reading with different comedy plays and skits in a happy and friendly environment. No experience necessary. No learning of lines. We emphasise fun! $5 to cover the term's photocopying. PLEASE NOTE: This class will run for 4 weeks during term 4, 29th Oct, 12th Nov, 26th Nov, and 3rd December. There will be no class on 5th November, Melbourne Cup Day.
Newswatch - News Behind the News Tutor: Bob Pearson
For8 weeks
OnThursday
From:
17-Oct to 05-Dec
Time:
09:30 AM to 11:30 AM
Location: U3A Centre - Room 08 Places: 20 max (20 vacant) Fee: $20.00
Discuss a wide range of news in a friendly, meaningful and thoughtful environment. Topics include politics, environment, energy, economy, health, science, technology, art, education and important regional news.
Melbourne Cup Luncheon Tutor: Lorraine Beukers
For1 weeks
OnTuesday
From:
05-Nov to 05-Nov
Time:
11:30 AM to 04:00 PM
Location: U3A Centre Places: 50 max (50 vacant) Fee: $25.00
MELBOURNE CUP LUNCHEON $25.00 Quiches, salads, dessert. Tea & coffee available, BYO drinks. MEMBERS can enrol online or at the office. NON MEMBERS must enrol and pay at the office. Includes 1 complimentary Sweep ticket. Other Sweep tickets available on the Day (cash only). Wear your best Race day hat or your happiest hat. Come and enjoy lunch and the race with friends! Numbers limited so be sure to enrol early, online or office. Contact: Lorraine Beukers 0411 468 689
This is a new course.
U3A Seniors Concert Tutor: Christine Battisson
For1 weeks
OnFriday
From:
15-Nov to 15-Nov
Time:
02:00 PM to 03:15 PM
Location: Tenison Woods Centre Places: 100 max (100 vacant) Fee: $10.00
A fun-filled spectacular event featuring the U3A dancers, Blokes Notes, Dave Smith and Carol Baker on guitar and Carol Irving on clarinet. A wonderful concert, not to be missed! Be sure to get your 'enrolment/booking' in before it sells out ... you can enrol either online or in person at the office!
This is a new course.
Petanque Tuesday Tutor: Bruce Wyatt & Lynne Arjava
For14 weeks
OnTuesday
From:
15-Oct to 28-Jan
Time:
09:00 AM to 11:00 AM
Location: Woods St Petanque Pi Places: 40 max (40 vacant) Fee: $20.00
Pétanque (or Boules) is French bowls. Beginners are welcome and will be coached. We introduce basic rules. Then we use skills, tactics, luck and good humour to have fun. Occasional training drills are used to improve skills and tactics, and we aim to run one mini-tournament each Term. The Course continues through the holiday break, except for 2-weeks over Christmas.
Photography for Beginners Tutor: Garry Brettell
For8 weeks
OnTuesday
From:
15-Oct to 03-Dec
Time:
01:00 PM to 03:00 PM
Location: U3A Centre - Room 05 Places: 16 max (16 vacant) Fee: $20.00
Covers composition, framing, rule of thirds, exposure, portraiture, action, travel, landscape, seascape, candid and macro photography. Lots of hands-on content.
Photography - U3A Photography Group Tutor: Brian Tolagson
For6 weeks
OnWednesday
From:
23-Oct to 29-Jan
Time:
10:00 AM to 12:00 PM
Location: Various Places: 15 max (15 vacant) Fee: $15.00
Meeting fortnightly, we photograph interesting places. Beginners with SLR, point-and-shoot or phones welcome. We communicate by e-mail and Facebook. Note the first outing is 23rd October.
Chemistry Tutor: David Smith
For6 weeks
OnTuesday
From:
15-Oct to 26-Nov
Time:
01:00 PM to 03:00 PM
Location: U3A Centre - Room 09 Places: 20 max (20 vacant) Fee: $15.00
This is a Great Courses video presentation titled "The Nature of Matter (Understanding the Physical World)". The presenter is Professor David W. Ball of Cleveland State University. We will watch two lectures per week and allow 20 minutes for discussion per lecture. PLEASE NOTE: THIS COURSE RUNS FOR 12 WEEKS. We will hold six weekly classes this term (term 4), and six weekly classes in term 1 next year. PLEASE NOTE: there will be no class on Melbourne Cup Day 5th November.
This is a new course.