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Port Macquarie Hastings U3A Inc
2 Lochinvar Place
Port Macquarie
NSW 2444
phone:02 6584 4192
mail: office@pmhu3a.org.au
Web: pmhu3a.org.au or Courses

2023 Term 2

01-May-2023 to 23-Jun-2023


ENROLMENTS:



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.


COURSES VENUE: PMHU3A Centre unless otherwise stated.

Please consider others

PAYMENT METHODS:


Tuesday

Chess on Tuesdays Tutor: Michael Powazuk

For8 weeks  OnTuesday 
From:
02-May to 20-Jun  Time: 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM 

Location: U3A Centre - Room 05  Places: 10 max (10 vacant)  Fee: $20.00

Some experience necessary, only basic chess moves. A good opportunity to improve your chess playing skills. Game sets provided.

Exercise at the Beach - Tuesday Tutor: Rob McCluskey

For12 weeks  OnTuesday 
From:
02-May to 20-Jun  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.

German Conversation Tutor: Hanna Filan

For8 weeks  OnTuesday 
From:
02-May to 20-Jun  Time: 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM 

Location: U3A Centre - Room 06  Places: 10 max (10 vacant)  Fee: $0.00

This course is for people who would like to converse in German about everyday subjects, such as travel, past or current events. Members need to have a reasonable command of German.

Great Ideas in Western Philosophy Tutor: Reg Millar & Brian Tolagson

For8 weeks  OnTuesday 
From:
02-May to 20-Jun  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 course examines 16 of these and the debates that they spawned. Brian will continue to run the course during Reg's absence on holiday during term 2.

Introduction to Psychology Tutor: Carol Baker

For8 weeks  OnTuesday 
From:
02-May to 20-Jun  Time: 01:00 PM to 03:00 PM 

Location: U3A Centre - Room 09  Places: 20 max (20 vacant)  Fee: $0.00

This Great Course with Professor C.A.Sanderson looks at the history, methods, and fundamental findings of psychology. It also introduces us to the most up-to-date 21st-century research and discoveries -- including strategies to increase our wellbeing and happiness, and improve our everyday lives. The course will extend over two terms.

Line Dance to the 50's Tutor: Helen Ross

For7 weeks  OnTuesday 
From:
02-May to 20-Jun  Time: 09:30 AM to 10:30 AM 

Location: U3A Centre - Room 10  Places: 30 max (30 vacant)  Fee: $17.50

A gentle line dance class to the music of the 50's with tutoring from an experienced teacher, concentrating on movement to your own ability. Please note there will be no class on 6th June

Petanque Tutor: Bruce Wyatt & Celeste Rowlands

For12 weeks  OnTuesday 
From:
02-May to 20-Jun  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. Course continues during holiday break.

Photography for Beginners Tutor: Garry Brettell

For8 weeks  OnTuesday 
From:
02-May to 20-Jun  Time: 01:30 PM to 03:30 PM 

Location: U3A Centre - Room 05  Places: 15 max (15 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.

Tai Chi Tutor: Eleanor Pinkerton

For8 weeks  OnTuesday 
From:
02-May to 20-Jun  Time: 12:30 PM to 01:30 PM 

Location: U3A Centre - Room 10  Places: 20 max (20 vacant)  Fee: $20.00

Tai Chi is a gentle exercise programme to improve mind/body balance. Suitable for all ages and fitness levels. It also provides stress relief. Please wear loose clothing.

This is a new course.

Textile and Fibre Art Tutor: Sue Martin

For8 weeks  OnTuesday 
From:
02-May to 20-Jun  Time: 09:30 AM to 02:30 PM 

Location: U3A Centre - Room 06  Places: 11 max (11 vacant)  Fee: $40.00

Advanced course requiring wide knowledge of techniques used, such as free motion/thread painting. Experienced textile artists welcome. A group for anyone wanting to learn fundamentals considered if sufficient interest. Contact Sue if interested.