We encourage lifelong learning at any age. At any stage of your life, you have the ability to learn something new, pick up a new hobby or new skill! Our class terms follow the Victorian School Term Dates.
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TUESDAYS | Weekly | 1.30 pm – 3.30 pm | FREE
Unstructured for mums with bubs aged between 0 months to 12 months) – you are welcome to come and enjoy our facilities and the new Westerfield Drive playground next door to us.
Our Community Volunteers ensure that your children are engaged and are having fun. Playgroup at Notting Hill Neighbourhood House is run by volunteers in our community on-site during our opening hours.
Wednesday 10 am – 12 pm | $15 – 2 hour session
Our Calligraphy class teaches students the fundamentals of calligraphy and gives them a chance to practice different styles in every session. The weekly 2-hour class is designed to teach new styles and improve practical calligraphy skills in a supportive learning environment. Students are able to use their skills in everyday life.
Please note there is an additional charge of $40 for new students for their first calligraphy kit.
Jan has been teaching calligraphy for many years, and her own personal practice has extended beyond this. Jan has developed her own personal style and imparts passion and dedication to all her students.
Wednesday 7 pm – 9 pm | $10 – 2 hour session
Stitch and Sew class at Notting Hill Neighbourhood House is designed to accommodate all levels – from beginners to intermediate or advanced students. If you are looking to learn a new skill, get back to an old hobby or receive some encouragement to continue with an ongoing project, join us! All materials are available at NHNH. You are welcome to bring your own sewing machine and materials if you wish to.
Joanne is patient and incredibly knowledgeable about all things sewing. Through considerate instruction she passes on her sewing knowledge and experience to all her students, helping them to create beautiful sewn crafted objects and clothing.
Thursday 11 am – 2 pm | $10 – 1 hour session
Tech 101 at Notting Hill Neighbourhood House is a one-on-one tailored hourly session with community volunteers. Build your online skills and learn at your own pace on everything from accessing the internet, making video calls, scanning QR codes, online shopping and any other technological skills you wish to learn.
All of our community volunteers are excited to offer their support so you can develop your digital skills and confidence.
Wednesday – Beginners class | Monday – Intermediate class
Students will learn the basics of playing finger-style classical guitar and a few well-known tunes in the first year. Basic left and right-hand technique will also be taught, alongside how to read Guitar Tablature.
The U3A group is a unique and exciting organisation that provides, through its U3As, life-enhancing and life-changing opportunities. Retired and semi-retired people come together and learn together, not for qualifications but for their own reward: the sheer joy of discovery!
Monday & Thursday 10 am – 11 am | $15 – 1 hour session
Yoga in combination with Pilates is a workout that will increase your awareness of your body’s alignment and movement patterns, as well as give you a full-body workout. Unlike building a body that is simply muscular such as in other workout regimens, the use of both Yoga and Pilates at the same time is conducive to the development of a body that is strong, as well as lean, graceful, and efficient.
With over 20+ years of experience as a Yoga and Pilates teacher, Anne has created a steady following of students who regularly come to her classes to get active with Yoga and Pilates.
Saturday 9 – 10 am | $12 – 1 hour session
Join the Zumba Class every Saturday morning for an hour of Zumba® – A dance fitness party, suitable for anyone 16 years and over and the best part is you don’t need any prior dance experience! Zumba incorporates a fusion of Latin and International-inspired rhythms, such as Salsa, Merengue, Cumbia, Reggaetón, Bhangra/Bollywood, Belly Dance and Hip Hop. It is exercise in disguise and heaps of fun!
Lalindra and Duane have been teaching Zumba® for 10+ years including certifications in Zumba Toning, Zumba Sentao, Strong Nation and Cert 3 in Fitness. They enjoy helping people reap the benefits of Zumba from improved fitness, coordination and balance, to happiness, joy and mental well-being by incorporating this fun physical activity into their regular routine.
The Notting Hill Neighbourhood House, its staff, volunteers, and the committee would like to thank the City of Monash for its co-operation and support. We also acknowledge the Kulin Nation as the Traditional Custodians of the land on which we work, gather, learn and play. We pay our respects to Elders - past, present and emerging. Sovereignty was never ceded.
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