Interest Groups – U3A Tauranga

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Short List

Acoustic Music Group

Enjoy fun jamming on acoustic instruments and singing together.
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 spans the entire history of humankind, from prehistoric times to the twenty-first century.
Art Practical

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

Our group will appeal to lovers of traditional and modern ballet which we view on DVD.
Book Lovers 1

This is a group of people who enjoy reading and sharing books, both fiction and non-fiction.
Book Lovers 3

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

A group who enjoy reading and sharing books both fiction and non-fiction.
Cafe Book Lovers 3 – Any Book Book Club

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

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

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

We discuss a wide range of matters of topical interest.
Current Events D

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

This is a fine weather mixed ability cycling group.
Dining Group 1

This group enjoys dining as a group of U3A friends.
Dining Group 3

The purpose of our group is for members to enjoy sharing convivial company while dining out.
Dining Group 5

This group is for members to enjoy sharing convivial company while dining out.
Early NZ History (Katikati)

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

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

A group for movie buffs who enjoy watching award winning films and foreign films with English subtitles.
Film Appreciation (Katikati)

Group members take turns in selecting movies, after which we discuss the movie over refreshments.
Five Hundred – Card Game

This is a fun group who enjoy playing a trick-taking card game.
French Conversation (Katikati)

Speaking, listening, reading, writing, translating, singing and exploring en Francais.
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

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

This group will visit specialist growers, nurseries and interesting gardens around the area, meeting beforehand in a local café for lunch.
Garden Ramblers 2

A group to join and enjoy Garden Rambles.
Geology

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

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

This group is intended for people who are interested in discussing a wide variety of health issues.
Hikers 1

We provide fitness and fellowship for members who enjoy exploring our great outdoors.
Hikers 2

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

British History from Ancient Britain to the 20th Century.
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

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

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

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

The aim of the group is to listen to, appreciate and learn about jazz and jazz artists past and present.
Lazy Lunch Group (Katikati)

Lovely way to spend a long lunch.
Memoir Writing (Katikati)

In Recess
Mini Hikes

Hiking up to 1 hour radius of Tauranga and often ending with a coffee or light lunch.
My Life Stories (Katikati)

NEW for 2026 – A gift to future generations. Sessions will commence with some creative writing games to relax the attendants.
Oceanside Music Group

All musicians and singers welcome. Music from the 1960’s to today.
Opera Appreciation

One member chooses the opera and each member researches the opera and the artists prior to the viewing. Members discuss the performance of the opera and artists.To join this group, please contact the Convener.
Philosophy (Katikati)

We meet to enjoy the cross-pollination of ideas genuine conversation provides. We learn from each other, and always leave with a lot to consider.
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

This group discusses a wide range of current philosophical topics.
Photography 1

We choose a set subject to photograph each month and email two photos on this subject to the convenor.
Poetry Plus (Katikati)

Are you interested in poetry, reading, writing and learning more about poetry? Exploring words? Having some fun with words?
Science Today 1

Areas of interest could include recent advances in medicine, physics, neuroscience, agriculture, zoology, ecology.
Science Today 2

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

Our enthusiastic group explores Shakespeare’s works.
Shakespeare Zoom Group

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

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

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

This is an endless subject, covering the make-up of the sea.
Tivoli Luxe Film Group

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

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

Relaxed social walks for about 1 hour, including easier bush walks in the general Katikati area.
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

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

We cover different writing genres, taking a few sessions with each.
World Affairs (Katikati)

We discuss significant international, political and other world developments.
Yoga 1

Welcome to hatha yoga where our popular tutor guides us in poses involving stretching, breathing and relaxation, so we feel refreshed physically and mentally.
Yoga 2

Our popular tutor guides us in poses involving stretching, breathing and relaxation, so we feel refreshed physically and mentally.
Your Choice Book Lovers (Katikati)

Get inspiration on what to read next, share your opinions.