Looking for an extra class? There’s a long list at the bottom of this article. Also check the website for any of our general classes that may have a vacancy. Please do not enrol in a class unless you are confident you can attend each week.
We have two special events coming up. A number of you have been asking for us to put on a session re the referendum. Your request has now been met. See the article later in this newsletter. And for Seniors Month in October, Aqualink is offering a bodyscan at the Hub.
Reminder about badges
Once again, please make sure you wear your name badge whilst you are in the Hub. This makes life so much easier when we know who you are, not only if you have an accident, but it also shows you belong to U3A Nunawading.
Can you offer a class in 2024?
Forms have been sent to current leaders regarding their volunteering as a leader in 2024.
One of our long-standing leaders Kathy Leitch, who takes the Nordic Walking class is not returning. If anyone would like to take over the leadership of this class Kathy is very happy to talk with you and advise what is involved.
Are you thinking of offering a class in 2024? Now is the time to do so. You can email
SPECIAL EVENT – Body scan at the Hub Monday 23 to Friday 27 October
As part of Seniors Month in October, Ashley Myers, the Health and Fitness Manager at Aqualink Box Hill and Nunawading, is giving U3A Members the opportunity to have access to a Body Scan. The cost will be $5.00 per member attending.
What does this entail you ask? The Body Scan is a non-invasive, fully clothed (no shoes) test looking at your Body Composition. It measures your muscle mass, body fat, metabolic rate, bone density and more in a 15-minute session. It is not suitable for members who have a pacemaker or an amputee. (Or are pregnant!)
Sessions will run from Monday 23 October through to Friday 27 October, commencing at 9.30 am with the last session at 2.30 pm. Each session will take 15 minutes. You will need to book a time slot at the U3A Reception desk where you will be issued with a receipt and ticket. Do not book a time slot just after you attend an exercise class. You can view the body scanner which will be used at inbody.net.au/inbody-570/
If you would like more information, contact the Course Admin office via email
New or returning classes Term 4
Arts and crafts
23ART031 Photo Editing on Zoom. Leader Archie Kaan. Tuesday 9 am commencing 3 October.
Digital photography has given us a lot of scope to modify and perfect our photos, if we know how to. In these classes, you will learn how to modify, enhance, and bring out the best in most of your collection of photos. You will be pleasantly surprised to see what you will learn (with hands on) how to enrich your photos with just a basic photo editing software. You will also be introduced and taught how to use more advanced level free photo editing software in the last three lessons. (This is a repeat of the Term 1 class).
23ART035 Photography – Creativity. Leader Paul Maguire. Monday 10.45 am commencing 2 October.
Creativity; using photography (painting with light). This class will challenge you to develop techniques to think outside the box. Photography has been chosen as the medium. The photography is not limited to cameras and phones and is not a class on how to use a camera.
23ART040 Quick Lessons on Photography. Leader Vicki Wilson. Friday 11.15 am commencing 6 October.
This short class is designed to help you take better happy photos, point and shoot. Suitable for taking photos with a camera or phone. Week one: Making your photos interesting; Week two: Composition of the photo and how it makes a difference; Week three: The tricks the professional photographers use to make their photos look stunning.
23CRA002 Beading. Leader Daisy Lazarus. Monday 2.30 pm commencing 2 October.
Beading is a relaxed and peaceful activity with no basic skills needed. These classes are a fun relaxed way to learn a new skill, while creating opportunities to form friendships, alleviate isolation, increase confidence and develop team working skills.
23CRAR31 Luna Moon Cakes 2. Leader Lan Tiet. Thursday 10 am commencing 14 September.
Cooking demonstration of how to make Moon cakes to celebrate the Lunar Autumn Festival. There will be a cost of $20 payable to the leader to cover the purchase of ingredients.
Each participant will bring home five mini moon cakes, each weighing around 50g. The filling of the cake is mixed dried fruits and nuts.
Computers and digital technology
23COM401 Android Smartphones for Beginners. Leader Tom Wong. Friday 2.45 pm commencing 27 October
This course is for those who have been struggling with their Android phones and who want to learn more about how to use the basic functions. We will cover very basic phone setup, internet browsing, download apps, email, text messaging, how to set up contacts and how to use the camera.
23COM411 Scams and how to avoid being caught. Leader Helen Smith. Monday 2 pm one session – 2 October.
Australians are losing more to scammers each year as the scams get more sophisticated and polished. People aged 65 and over are a significant target and tend to lose the most. Scammers use all types of sneaky tactics to trick you into parting with your money, but knowing what to look out for can help you to spot the signs. In this session, we’ll share examples to illustrate these sneaky tactics and draw some general rules for keeping safe from scams.
23COM415 Windows (10+) Basics & Beyond. Leader Dennis Bareis. Monday 2.30 pm commencing 2 October.
Want to show your grandkids how it’s done? Whether you are experienced or a complete beginner, you can expect to gain new Windows knowledge to make better use of your computer. Learn how to solve some of your own issues and know where to go for extra information or help. The last 15-30 minutes of each session will be a dedicated question time for answers or solving any problems you might have. Ask any questions – they are always of interest to other participants.
Dance and exercise
23DAN006 Ballroom Dance 5. Evening Class Leader Beng Lee. Saturday 7.45 pm to 9.45 pm commenced 5 August.
This is a social sequence class for experienced dancers. There is no formal teaching, and we learn through mutual exchange of knowledge and plenty of practice. The operative motto is ‘Everlasting joy comes from continuous self-improvement’. You will be placed on the waitlist when you enrol and the leader will contact you.
23DAN002 Ballroom Dancing 6. Leader Paul Piggott. Monday 3.30 pm commencing 2 October.
This is a beginner’s class for those wishing to experience the joy of ballroom dancing. Dances covered will be Modern, Latin and New Vogue. Rubber-soled shoes and sports shoes are unsuitable for dancing.
23EXEM12 Self Defence: a Practical Guide. Leader Wendy Clark. Wednesday 12.30 pm commencing 30 August.
This is a practical, hands-on class where you will learn various techniques in self-defence including pressure points, breaking out of holds and various other techniques. You will also learn how to stand and move with good balance, coordination, muscle strengthening in thighs, your core and arms as well as improve your flexibility. Wear loose or flexible, comfortable clothing and soft shoes.
23EXEM18 Tai Chi Introduction (Term 4). Leader Rita Chew. Wednesday 1 pm commencing 4 October.
This is a short class for members who have no experience in Tai Chi but would like to experience what Tai Chi is about. If you enrolled in the class in Term 3 and would like to attend again in Term 4 you are welcome to do so.
History and Humanities
23HIS018 History of Tea. Leader Jane Xu. Tuesday 2.30 pm commencing 3 October.
This class is for those who have an interest and appreciation of tea and the various varieties, styles, regions, property, and stockpiles etc. There will be a selection of black, white, oolong, green, yellow and dark flower teas from local and overseas for the members of the class to taste. There will be a small cost payable to the leader to cover the supply of the teas. You are welcome to bring your own teapot.
23HUM045 Numerology Make every day count. Leader Ursula Kolecki. Tuesday 12.30 pm commencing 3 October.
What is numerology? The science of numbers. The best part of numerology is you don’t need to be a mathematician to work the numbers. You just need to be interested in learning more about yourself. The secret life of you can be revealed through your birth date. If your aim is to benefit from more go-with-the-flow energy, then recognising the influence of numbers can offer you a more satisfying and peaceful life.
23HUM063 Spirituality101: Dare to be curious. Leader Colin Carter. Wednesday 11.15 am commencing 4 October
It is possible to move through your ego-identity and identify with a “Self” that is more honest, stable, peaceful, loving, content, complete. This is a Self-Enquiry practice with minimum meditation to find who you really are. With this knowledge you can be persistently happy for no reason at all; and with some related practices, directly dissolve negative feelings that get in the way.
Elsie Mutton OAM
Course Administrator