Facilitator: Jennifer
When: Wednesday 9:00am - 12:00pm
Where: Meet at SkillWise
Extra Fees: N/A

Description:
Explore Ōtautahi | Christchurch heritage sites, while walking through the city and learning about its history, landmarks, and stories.

You will learn:
• About Christchurch Heritage buildings.
• To build relationships through sharing conversations on local heritage and history.

What to bring:
• Appropriate clothing and shoes for walking.
• Afternoon tea and a bottle of water.

Other Info:
• Class will depart at 12:45PM sharp, meet at the outside table.
• Mobility is required for long walks (Must be able to walk confidently from SkillWise to The Art Gallery and back).

Facilitator: Cherry
When: Wednesday 9:00AM - 12:00PM
Where: Auditorium
Extra Fees: N/A

Description:
We learn about movies. We also go through the process of making short videos including planning, filming, and editing.

You will learn:
• The process of making movies. 
• Some learners will learn more about using a camera, acting, and/or editing. 
• Learn more about popular movies.

What to bring:
N/A

Other Info:
There is usually a movie outing to Reading Cinema at the end of terms 2 and 4.

Facilitator: Danielle
When: Wednesday 9:00AM - 12:00PM
Where: Model Making Room
Extra Fees: N/A

Description:
Participants will learn practical skills necessary for living independently, particularly suited for those transitioning from family environments seeking more independence.

You will learn:
• Develop independent living skills including managing daily routines, household tasks, and personal responsibilities. 
• Learn practical self-management such as budgeting, cooking, cleaning, and maintaining a safe living environment. 
• Build confidence for transitioning to independent life, especially for those moving from family support to living on their own.

What to bring:
N/A

Facilitator: Michelle
When: Wednesday 9:00AM - 12:00PM
Where: SkillWise Cafe
Extra Fees: $5 per session

Description:
Intermediate level class to build cooking skills, confidence, and independence by preparing healthy meals while developing everyday living skills such as kitchen cleaning, dishwashing, and laundry.

You will learn:
• Build independence and confidence in cooking.  
• Develop food safety, preparation and hygiene skills.  
• Plan suitable recipes and organise ingredients for classes.

What to bring:
• Wear appropriate clothing and closed shoes. 
• Long hair needs to be tied back.

Other Info:
Please note: Food prepared in this class is not gluten-free.

Facilitator: Lou
When: Wednesday 9:00AM - 12:00PM
Where: Meet at SkillWise
Extra Fees: N/A

Description:
Support the Ōtautahi | Christchurch community by delivering hot meals to approximately 10 households as part of the NZ Red Cross Meals on Wheels programme.

You will learn:
• Volunteer time to support the NZ Red Cross / Meals on Wheels by delivering meals to members of the community.  
• Work cooperatively with peers, taking turns to navigate the delivery van and assist with meal deliveries.  
• Help ensure meals are delivered safely, accurately, and on time.

What to bring:
Morning tea if you want it.

Other Info:
• Depending on the route we do and the number of meals to deliver we may be back late for lunch (12.45PM).

Facilitator: Jonny
When: Wednesday 12:45PM - 3:00PM 
Where: Auditorium
Extra Fees: N/A

Description:
Work together on creative video projects while developing filming, editing, acting, and production skills.

You will learn:
• Learn the process of video editing and production.  
• Contribute creative ideas to shape video projects.  
• Develop editing skills including an understanding of greenscreen, audio, colour, titles, and transitions.  
• Learn how to use cameras, microphones, lighting, and upload footage.

What to bring:
N/A

Other Info:
N/A

Facilitator: Stan
When: Wednesday 12:45PM - 3:00PM 
Where: Model Making Room
Extra Fees: N/A

Description:
Plan and then record a monthly radio program at Plains Media studios.

You will learn:
• Planning the script. 
• Choosing and listening to music.
• Confidence in front of a microphone. 

What to bring:
N/A

Other Info:
N/A

Facilitator: Cherry
When: Wednesday 12:45PM - 3:00PM
Where: Discovery Hub
Extra Fees: N/A

Description:
Practice writing in your way. We publish the SkillWise newsletter at the end of each month. We also practice scrapbooking to learn how to put pages together, and there is the opportunity to learn aspects of Canva (online design tool).

You will learn:
• Learners have the opportunity to develop their writing. 
• Work on making pages for the newsletter and practice cutting and pasting.  
• Tech-savvy learners can learn how to use Canva.

What to bring:
• Pen

Other Info:
Cannot always guarantee one-on-one support, so at times learners will do self-directed things like cutting and pasting images or writing.

Facilitator: Jennifer
When: Wednesday 12:45PM - 3:00PM 
Where: SkillWise Cafe
Extra Fees: $2 per session

Description:
Make a range of craft and jewellery, from stringing beads, makings cards, or clay decorations.

You will learn:
• Create original jewellery designs and patterns.  
• Explore colour theory through templates.  
• Assemble and make jewellery to take home.

What to bring:
N/A

Other Info:
N/A

Facilitator: Lou
When: Wednesday 12:45PM - 3:00PM
Where: Meet at SkillWise
Extra Fees: N/A

Description:
Sign up to be a volunteer at the SPCA, helping to wash, dry, fold and store cat and dog bedding. Other tasks can include washing animal bowls or filling heavy bags of pet food.

You will learn:
• The importance of hygiene: how clean bedding directly affects animals’ health, comfort and stress levels. 
• Learn to be part of a team and how every task, no matter how unglamorous, keeps the whole system running. 
• Even without direct animal handling volunteers are contributing to their wellbeing.

What to bring:
• Warm jacket (volunteers will be working outdoors).

Other Info:
New participants MUST attend the first week session to attend orientation. Only people who have done orientation can do this class.