The state of our general health is discussed daily in the newspapers and other media, and conventional wisdom has it that we need to remain active to enjoy our lives. Walking is the most natural and simple form of movement, and an excellent all round mode of exercise, yet as a nation we are walking less and less. This course will show you how easy it is to start and to include regular walking in your lifestyle. Walking permeates our lives in all sorts of ordinary, yet necessary ways... [More]

Developing and sustaining a strong relationship can be both challenging and rewarding. Whether professional, business or personal, relationships can provide support and satisfaction. At other times they can also be a source of distress and dissatisfaction. Led by an experienced practitioner, these workshops are designed to improve your understanding of how we relate to each other and help you discover what it takes to connect, enhance and sustain your relationships with others. Draw... [More]

Cognitive Behaviour Therapy is based on the idea that feelings such as anxiety, depression, anger and frustration are largely caused by our own thoughts and beliefs, and that changing the way we think enables us to change the way we feel. Learn to identify the patterns of thinking that contribute to upsetting emotions, and learn strategies to help you challenge and change negative thoughts and self-defeating behaviours. An interactive program will describe the Cognitive Behavioural ... [More]

If you’re a photographer who has either done quite a bit of street work on your own or has completed Creative Street Photography: Fundamentals, and you’ve decided street photography is a genre you want to excel at, then this is the course is for you. Most successful people in any field agree that they stand on the shoulders of great men and women. This course begins with participants choosing an ‘invisible mentor’ (i.e. someone whose work you greatly admire), dissecting their techni... [More]

The nature of mental illness can be mystifying to many people and crippling for sufferers. In this case study – based course, a practising psychologist will overview mood disorders (especially depression and bipolar disorder) so that stereotypes can be challenged and causes and cures examined. The course will utilise a number of the University’s training DVDs and there will be time for class discussion. Come along and get another perspective on this clinical disorder and mental illn... [More]

This course covers all of the essential aspects of digital photography from camera set-up through to creating your own multimedia slide show. You’ll learn how to get great results in difficult-to-control lighting situations like sports and action photography, as well as how to cope with shooting and storing images while travelling locations. If you are happy with the basics, then take the next step in the exciting world of digital photography. Course Content This course will cover t... [More]

Developing and sustaining a strong relationship can be both challenging and rewarding. Whether professional, business or personal, relationships can provide support and satisfaction. At other times they can also be a source of distress and dissatisfaction. Led by an experienced practitioner, these workshops are designed to improve your understanding of how we relate to each other and help you discover what it takes to connect, enhance and sustain your relationships with others. Draw... [More]

A sequel to the ‘Introduction to Cartooning’ class, this has been designed as a follow-up & expansion of already learnt skills. A creative ‘refresher’ of sorts & a chance to interact with the tutor and/or past students; and to again share creative cartoon ideas in a fun, safe environment. Participants will further explore the unspoken language of cartooning & “non-verbal communication”. They will re-visit and expand upon the subjects of facial expression, body language (including ha... [More]

Since its inception in 1977, the Sydney International Piano Competition was a unique competition, that is the envy and model for many other competitions. Without advertising, the large number of applications continues to astound the administrators of other competitions, both large and small. The Founders of the Competition were not interested in having young pianists just winning prize-money, certificates and medals but far more than that. Major Prize-Winners of the Competition have... [More]

A basic understanding of how the weather works could help you sail faster and win races, and might even save your life some day. Useful for any sailing enthusiast and essential for anyone involved in offshore yachting, this practical workshop, led by experienced meteorologist and yachtsman, provides an introduction to essential theory, forecasting, weather maps, clouds, the interaction between the wind and coastlines, and weather forecasting at sea. There’s also a session on severe ... [More]