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More Classes & Workshops 2026 classes coming soon!

We pride ourselves on providing accessible and affordable classes for people of all ages, cultures and interests. We hope that you will find something that interests you. If you have an idea for a class or workshop, please get in touch with us, we'd love to hear from you. 

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Paint Your Partner

Looking for that unique Valentines Day gift for you and your partner? Paint your partner in the style of renowned cubist artist Picasso with the help of our fantastic art teacher Tarci. Nibbles and all art materials will be provided and you are welcome to bring your own drinks.

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Art Lab

Join us on Wednesday evenings between 7pm and 9pm for our popular evening art class. Experiment with a wide range of materials to create some fantastic artwork. Classes start on February 11th.

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Art at the house

Join us on Thursday afternoons from 12pm to 2pm for this relaxing and welcoming art class with the fantastic Tarci! Classes start on February 12th.

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Kids Sewing Class

We are delighted to have our kids sewing classes back at Highbury House. Suitable for ages 8 plus and for beginners or Intermediate level sewers, sewing machines and materials will be provided. Classes start February 23rd.

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Creative Sparks Art Classes

Book your kids in for these popular art classes run by Creative Sparks. Tuesday and Thursday after school classes available.

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Senior Chair Pilates

Gain mobility and strength so you can be strong in your day-to-day life. Three Tuesday morning classes offered, $3 per class. Register below or call (09) 480 5279

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Hobby Hub 

Work on those projects in a group that share your passion for sewing and crafts. Wednesday morning, 9am-12pm, $3 a session.

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Bloke's Brick n Build 

Build with bricks and build friendships! A new session coming Highbury House in term one 2026. Revisit your love of Lego building or discover the iconic bricks in a space to connect with men in the community. Perhaps you have recently lost your partner and wish to connect, or looking for something of your own while your partner is at knitting of coffee group with the ladies. Bring your own project or use the bricks provided to tinker and create a new project each week. Wednesday morning's, 9am-12pm, FREE for Term 1, then $3 a session.

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Mahjong

A great, fun way to keep the brain active. Monday afternoon, 12.30-2.30pm, $3 a session Please note this is not tutored. Register below or call (09) 480 5279

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Book Lovers of Highbury House

Join us in a relaxed environment for an evening of discussing your favourite book & discovering new ones. Last Tuesday of every month, 7-8.30pm, $3 a session Register below or call (09) 480 5279

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Knitting Connections

Our knitting group share ideas, socialise and produce items for charities. Friday afternoon, 2-4pm, $3 per session. Register below or call (09) 480 5279

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Highbury Coffee & Chats

Meet at the House for coffee / tea & friendship. Tuesday morning 10am-12pm. $3 with coffee and tea provided

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Art & Tea 

Join the amazing Dinny from Art Yoga for a Free 7 week Seniors course to enhance creativity and connection, that combines freedom of art expression and meditation. Thursdays 10.30am-12.30pm, from 12 February to 26 March 2026. Limited spaces.

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Seniors Lunch

Join us on the first Monday of every month for a light luncheon followed by a guest speaker or fun activity. Places a limited so please email us if you are interested in attending this free event.

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Poetry Lovers of Highbury House - coming soon! 

Join us in a relaxed environment for an evening of discussing your favourite poem or original poetry work.

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Walking Group - coming soon! 

Meet at Highbury House at 9.45am on Friday mornings to set off by 10am for a local walk with a wonderful group of community members.

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Kids Sustainable Sewing Classes - intermediate and high school aged children

We are currently looking for a new sewing teach so that our hugely popular kids sewing classes can returning for 2026. If you are interested or know someone that could be interested in teaching please get in touch.

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Kids Sustainable Sewing Classes - intermediate and high school aged children

We are currently looking for a new sewing teach so that our hugely popular kids sewing classes can returning for 2026. If you are interested or know someone that could be interested in teaching please get in touch.

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Evening Adult Sewing Class

A great sewing class for both beginners and Intermediate sewers. Learn how to follow a pattern to create some fantastic items. We are on the look out for a new sewing teacher to take our classes so if you are interested or know someone, please get in touch!

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Antenatal Classes - coming soon 

Having a baby and need some more information on pregnancy and birth?. Donna Cox from Soul Sisters Studio runs monthly Antenatal Class here at Highbury House.

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Daytime Adult Sewing Class

A great sewing class for both beginners and Intermediate sewers. Learn how to follow a pattern to create some fantastic items. We are on the look out for a new sewing teacher to take our classes, so if you are interested or know someone, please get in touch!

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