Lifestyle - Northern Beaches Community College
Results for
Lifestyle

Lifestyle courses available in Sydney’s Northern Beaches and Mosman area. Enrol online today.

Northern Beaches & Mosman College offers a wide range of lifestyle classes and training. Study locally with campuses and courses located at Brookvale, Mosman and Narrabeen. Learn something new or improve your current skills.

Novel Writing

Course Outline Have you always wanted to write a novel or short stories? Have you started writing but stalled (again)? Or perhaps you have an idea for a book but don’t even know where to begin? Let award-winning novelist and short story writer, Jo Riccioni, introduce you to the tools essential for writing good fiction. Covering the technical aspects of writing, such as point-of-view, voice, characterisation and story arc; as well as tips for unlocking creativity and maintaining... [More]

This course has no current classes. Please the waiting list.

Absolutely Fabulous Personal Style Analysis

Do you want a wardrobe that is practical and easy; a wardrobe that makes you feel stylish and attractive? Create your individual style signature by discovering the styles that enhance your body shape, make you look taller and slimmer, and complement your personality and life style.  Limited places available as these classes are small, friendly, personalised groups. Sorry, No Concessions About the Tutor: Sharron Del Wakely has worked as a teacher, trainer and image consultant for... [More]

This course has no current classes. Please the waiting list.

Absolutely Fabulous Personalised Colour Analysis

This comprehensive workshop includes analysis of your skin, eyes and hair colouring to find the type of colours that look fabulous on you. It also explains your ideal contrast level, patterns and fabrics. You will receive an individual Colour Swatch of 50-60 colours which you can keep in your handbag for easy reference while shopping. Limited places available, as these classes are small, friendly, personalised groups. Sorry, No Concessions About the Tutor: Sharron Del Wakely has... [More]

This course has no current classes. Please the waiting list.

Backyard Beekeeping

Course Outline Would you like to harvest your own honey? It’s easy to have a few hives and then let the bees do most of the work for you. Learn everything you need to know about bees, the equipment needed and how much honey you can expect. Find out what other products you can make such as beer, candles, soap and cosmetic creams. Honey tasting and comprehensive notes are provided and places are limited. Program Introduction to the Course What is honey? History of beekeeping Honey... [More]

This course has no current classes. Please the waiting list.

Bonsai for Beginners

Remove the mystery – create and enjoy your own bonsai! Discover its history and how easy it is to grow. Learn which types of containers, soil, materials and equipment are preferable. Find out which plants are most suitable and how to maintain, prune, shape, style and display them. Comprehensive notes are provided and places are limited. Program Introduction to the Course History of bonsai Chinese Penjing/Japanese bonsai Suitable specimens for bonsai: Australian, exotic Styles of... [More]

This course has no current classes. Please the waiting list.

Gardening for Beginners

Course Outline: Whether you have a large garden or small balcony, learn the basic skills of good gardening. Discover what type of soil you have, which potting mix is best, how to choose ‘the right plant for the right place’ and find out how to maintain your outdoor space with the minimum of effort from the ground up. Course introduction: The living plant - plant requirements Soil - types, analysis, soil testing, improvement Pot selection, potting mixes, fertilizers Plant selection... [More]

This course has no current classes. Please the waiting list.

Garden Design in Large and Small Spaces

Course Outline: Nowhere to relax or entertain outdoors? Is your outdoor area looking tired? Whether you have arid acreage, a barren balcony or a cluttered courtyard, you can transform it into a stylish sanctuary. Discover how to use space effectively and the concepts of good design. Recognize your soil type and determine how to choose appropriate plants and materials. Achieve a professional, cost-effective design with minimum effort. Comprehensive course notes are provided and... [More]

This course has no current classes. Please the waiting list.

Plant Propagation

Course Outline Why buy plants when you can propagate them? Take home at least 20 free plants from this workshop. Learn the many methods of propagating, including cuttings, division, layering, grafting and more. Grow your own perennials, shrubs and trees, including fuchsias, frangipanis, hydrangeas, lavenders, roses, camellias, orchids, maples and more. Plants and comprehensive notes are provided and bookings are essential. Course Program Introduction to the Workshop Sowing seeds... [More]

This course has no current classes. Please the waiting list.

Blogging Bootcamp

Course Outline Get that blog written! This four-week course will take you through all the nuts and bolts of how to write a blog. The course has a strong practical element and there will be a chance for participants to get feedback on the writing tasks that are set. The course will cover: Defining your target audience Working out what it is you have to say Creating a content calendar which will make your blog sustainable for the long term How to research, structure and write a blog... [More]

This course has no current classes. Please the waiting list.

Book Group - Reading for Pleasure (For Existing Students Only)

Course Outline: This course encourages reading and the sharing of ideas through discussion, looking at the influence of our personal history and how it relates to our preferences in book selection today. Please Bring: Please purchase or come with the following books: *Term 1 - 2024 Booklist: Yellowface   Rebecca F. Kuang The Soumate   Sally Hepworth Birthday Stories   Haruki Murakami About the Tutor: Margaret Baird is a trained English teacher. She currently works as an Individual... [More]

This course has no current classes. Please the waiting list.