Interest Groups – Tauranga

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  • Acoustic Music Group

    Acoustic Music Group

    Enjoy fun jamming on acoustic instruments and singing together.

  • Ancient History

    Ancient History

    Group members give presentations on any topic of historical interest from the dawn of civilisation to the fall of Byzantium in 1453.

  • Art History 1

    Art History 1

    Art history spans the entire history of humankind, from prehistoric times to the twenty-first century. 

  • Art Practical

    Art Practical

    Working with water colour, acrylics, pastels and other media.

  • Artificial Intelligence

    Artificial Intelligence

    Artificial Intelligence (AI) is constantly in the news, but what actually is it, and how can we use it practically or creatively in our daily lives?

  • Ballet Appreciation

    Ballet Appreciation

    Our group will appeal to lovers of traditional and modern ballet which we view on DVD.

  • Book Lovers 1

    Book Lovers 1

    This is a group of people who enjoy reading and sharing books, both fiction and non-fiction. 

  • Book Lovers 3

    Book Lovers 3

    This is a group of people who enjoy reading and sharing books, both fiction and non-fiction. 

  • Buildings and Cities

    Buildings and Cities

    The group examines local and overseas buildings and cities from the view point of their architectural styles, design achievements and their place in history – the scope is wide.

  • Café Book Lovers 1

    Café Book Lovers 1

    A group who enjoy reading and sharing books both fiction and non-fiction.

  • Cafe Book Lovers 3 – Any Book Book Club

    Cafe Book Lovers 3 – Any Book Book Club

    Share your love of reading and get inspiration about what to read next.

  • Camera Club

    Camera Club

    Learn more about your capture device whether it is a camera or mobile phone.

  • Classical Music Lovers A

    Classical Music Lovers A

    Members host a mixture of CD, DVD or YouTube concerts in their home or in another member’s home.

  • Classical Music Lovers B

    Classical Music Lovers B

    We cover all aspects of classical music including operatic, symphonic, classical and modern dance, church music, composers and singers.

  • Computer Support for Windows

    Computer Support for Windows

    This friendly group meets to discuss any problems members may be having when using their computers running Microsoft Windows. 

  • Current Events A

    Current Events A

    We discuss a wide range of matters of topical interest. 

  • Current Events D

    Current Events D

    This is a very lively group, combining serious discussion with humour. 

  • Cycle Group

    Cycle Group

    This is a fine weather mixed ability cycling group. 

  • Dining Group 1

    Dining Group 1

    This group enjoys dining as a group of U3A friends.

  • Dining Group 3

    Dining Group 3

    The purpose of our group is for members to enjoy sharing convivial company while dining out. 

  • Dining Group 5

    Dining Group 5

    This group is for members to enjoy sharing convivial company while dining out.

  • Ethnic Dining

    Ethnic Dining

    The purpose of our group is for members to enjoy sharing convivial company while eating an ethnic meal.

  • Festival and Foreign Films

    Festival and Foreign Films

    A group for movie buffs who enjoy watching award winning films and foreign films with English subtitles.

  • Five Hundred – Card Game

    Five Hundred – Card Game

    This is a fun group who enjoy playing a trick-taking card game. 

  • French Conversation 1

    French Conversation 1

    This is a group for those who wish to revive the French they learnt in past years – and to have fun with it. 

  • French Conversation 3

    French Conversation 3

    This group is for those who have never learnt French or who want to brush up on the French they studied at school

  • Garden Ramblers 1

    Garden Ramblers 1

    This group will visit specialist growers, nurseries and interesting gardens around the area, meeting beforehand in a local café for lunch.

  • Garden Ramblers 2

    Garden Ramblers 2

    A group to join and enjoy Garden Rambles.

  • Geology

    Geology

    We study earth sciences about New Zealand and worldwide, to understand current and past geological events.

  • Global Issues

    Global Issues

    In this globalised world many issues need to be understood on a global basis.

  • Health Improvement

    Health Improvement

    This group is intended for people who are interested in discussing a wide variety of health issues. 

  • Hikers 1

    Hikers 1

    We provide fitness and fellowship for members who enjoy exploring our great outdoors. 

  • Hikers 2

    Hikers 2

    We enjoy the company, safety and fun of hiking together in a group to explore our beautiful area.

  • History A

    History A

    British History from Ancient Britain to the 20th Century.

  • History B

    History B

    2025 will see the conclusion of Europe in the Middle Ages. Then we move on to Europe in the 16th century.

  • History of New Zealand 1

    History of New Zealand 1

    We research and discuss different aspects of New Zealand history both local and nationwide.

  • History of New Zealand 2

    History of New Zealand 2

    We research and discuss different aspects of New Zealand history, both local and nationwide, often following up particular interests or suggestions from group members.

  • Inky Tales – Memoir Writing

    Inky Tales – Memoir Writing

    Helen brings years of writing experience from groups in Rotorua and offers a wonderful, fresh approach to memoir writing.

  • International Affairs

    International Affairs

    We explore significant international developments (political or otherwise) in a non-partisan and friendly environment.

  • Jazz, Blues and Beyond

    Jazz, Blues and Beyond

    The aim of the group is to listen to, appreciate and learn about jazz and jazz artists past and present.

  • Mini Hikes

    Mini Hikes

    Hiking up to 1 hour radius of Tauranga and often ending with a coffee or light lunch.

  • Opera Appreciation

    Opera Appreciation

    If you have never seen a full opera … you have missed something FANTASTIC! If you like music, and stories of life, love and death …. Watch an Opera! This year we are showcasing Opera Heroines … the drama, passion and artistry. All operas will be sung either in English or have English Subtitles. To…

  • Philosophy 1

    Philosophy 1

    Are you seeking the answers to Life’s Big Questions?  This group has a lot of fun debating the historical and current philosophies.

  • Philosophy and Philosophers

    Philosophy and Philosophers

    This group discusses a wide range of current philosophical topics.

  • Photography 1

    Photography 1

    We choose a set subject to photograph each month and email two photos on this subject to the convenor.

  • Pilates

    Pilates

    We provide fitness and fellowship for members who enjoy exploring our great outdoors. 

  • Science Today 1

    Science Today 1

    Areas of interest could include recent advances in medicine, physics, neuroscience, agriculture, zoology, ecology.

  • Science Today 2

    Science Today 2

    Areas of interest could include recent advances in medicine, physics, neuroscience, agriculture, zoology, ecology, etc.

  • Shakespeare Group A

    Shakespeare Group A

    Our enthusiastic group explores Shakespeare’s works. 

  • Shakespeare Zoom Group

    Shakespeare Zoom Group

    Our enthusiastic group explores Shakespeare’s works. We’re looking for a new Convenor!

  • Singing for Joy

    Singing for Joy

    Any U3A member can come anytime to sing songs new and old, learn something new and enjoy fellowship and fun. 

  • Spanish for Beginners

    Spanish for Beginners

    Learn Spanish with a Professional tutor but with no dreary grammar drills, boring lists or tests. Enjoyable, Practical Spanish that you can use straight away.

  • Tauranga Luxe Film Group

    Tauranga Luxe Film Group

    This group meets once a month to view movies selected by group members on a rotational basis. 

  • The Seas and Oceans

    The Seas and Oceans

    This is an endless subject, covering the make-up of the sea.

  • Tivoli Luxe Film Group

    Tivoli Luxe Film Group

    We meet once a month to view movies selected by group members on a rotational basis. 

  • Ukulele Group

    Ukulele Group

    This group is for you if you would like a fun afternoon of playing and singing.

  • Web Group

    Web Group

    We are a group of individuals who are interested in various aspects of web design and development. We act as an advisory group to U3A Tauranga.

  • Weekend Walkers

    Weekend Walkers

    This is a relaxed, social group for members who like to walk for 1-2 hours on easier terrain than the Hikers.

  • Yoga 1

    Yoga 1

    Our popular tutor guides us through poses to improve our physical and mental well-being.

  • Yoga 2

    Yoga 2

    Our popular tutor guides us through poses to improve our physical and mental well-being.