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Small Business Mentor Program returns in 2020
Don't fret that you missed out this year, the Apollo Bay Small Business Mentor Program is back for 2020 Mentoring Program is available for small business owners or anyone with a small business idea in the Apollo Bay area, it is an excellent opportunity for...
Creating Business Values for Success
This course will discuss the importance of creating values and how they underpin everything in your business from marketing, hiring and business growth. The impact they have on your customers and how they are fundamental for success. We will talk about Simon Sinek's...
Creating Value for Your Customers
Added value is an important tactic that can be used by small businesses to acquire and retain customers, increase brand awareness, and differentiate one’s place in the marketplace. Don’t know where to start? Come and join us to learn some excellent techniques for...
RSA Training
Accredited RSA Training The Victorian Responsible Service of Alcohol (RSA) certificate is a compulsory requirement for anybody working in an environment where alcohol is available for purchase within the state of Victoria. Date: Monday 14th OctoberLocation: Marrar...
Accredited First Aid Training
Accredited First Aid TrainingMonday 14th October 5.30pm First Aid Training is recommended for any person employed as an occupational health and safety representatives or first aid officer, or who needs the qualification for their employment. Date: Monday 14th...
Oki-Do Yoga Term 4
Stretch into term 4 with Oki-Do Yoga. It’s a playful and not too earnest style of yoga led by Andy Hack. In an Oki-Do class you can expect purifying and strengthening Asanas (stretches), self-massage techniques, corrective movements, physical games, laughter, breath...
Learn to Communicate in Auslan
In this fun and practical 2 day Auslan level 1 course you will learn how to communicate with deaf and hard of hearing people.Perfect for beginners! You will develop the skills needed to communicate with deaf people in a wide range of social and workplace settings...
Jewellery Making Workshops
If you are looking for an outlet for your creativity, jewellery making can offer a rewarding choice. Creating a sterling silver ring is a great introduction to the joys of working with metal. This workshop aims to provide a practical beginners approach to jewellery...
Learn Japanese
Learn simple conversations and study Japanese scripts. This course is suitable for beginners as well as those wanting to brush-up on skills from previous lessons. Hiroko Yamamura is an experienced teacher of Japanese and her classes carefully designed to build skills....
Okido Yoga Term 2 2019
Okido Yoga Term 2 Stretch into the New Year with Oki-Do Yoga. It’s a playful and not too earnest style of yoga led by Andy Hack. In an Oki-Do class you can expect purifying and strengthening Asanas (stretches), self-massage techniques, corrective movements, physical...
Accredited First Aid Training
First Aid Training is recommended for any person employed as an occupational health and safety representatives or first aid officer, or who needs the qualification for their employment. Date: Wednesday 17th April Location: Marrar Woorn Neighbourhood House Cost: $130...
After-school Dance Term 1
COME DANCE WITH US! After-school program. Move to a range of dance styles from ballet to hip hop through a combination of structured choreography and freestyle dance. Explore rhythm and soundscapes, live percussion and music. Students will develop an...
Activate Your Career
Finding a job can be tricky and we all need help every now and again. This program will guide you in the right direction by helping you write or re-vamp your resume and learn the skills needed for your next interview. Delivered over 3 Saturdays in March,...
Small Business Mentor Program
The Mentoring Program is available for small business owners or anyone with a small business idea in the Apollo Bay area, it is an excellent opportunity for development. Successful applicants will be paired with carefully selected mentors to complete this...
Okido Yoga – Term 1 2019
Stretch into the New Year with Okido Yoga. It’s a playful and not too earnest style of yoga led by Andy Hack. In an Oki-Do class you can expect purifying and strengthening Asanas (stretches), self-massage techniques, corrective movements, physical games,...
Japanese Language Classes
Japanese language classes that cover basic scripts, reading and writing skills. Hiroko Yamamura is an experienced teacher of Japanese and her classes carefully designed to build skills. Term 1 2019 Wednesdays 6th Feb - 3rd April 7-8pm @ Marrar Woorn...
Video Making Course
Join local filmmaker Jackson Hayat as he teaches the basics of making your own professional videos. Shoot, edit, produce and upload a simple video to youtube. Term 1 2019 Tuesdays 5th, 12th and 19th of February 6-9pm @ Marrar Woorn Neighbourhood House (BYO...
After-School Christmas Art Classes
Grades Prep, 1, 2 & 3 Classes Rustic Twig Ornaments Tuesday 27th November @ 3.30-4.30pm Bring a touch of nature indoors this year as your children decorate your tree when they learn how to make rustic twig Christmas ornaments. Christmas Tree...
Tarot Reading with Eldritch Forest
Learn about the history, traditions and different layouts of the tarot and practice reading in different ways with Eldritch Forest. If you have a tarot deck, bring it along. Otherwise you can purchase the one of the decks Eldritch and his wife Jade created...
Dream Big for 2019 – Vision Board and Manifestation
Come join me and a like-minded group of people to celebrate your achievements in 2018 and to set clear intentions for an amazing 2019. All participants will receive a personal pdf guidebook on registering for the workshop. We will be using the vision board...
Place – Mini Canvas Workshops
We are very excited to be working with local artist and educator, Maryanne Gatica in her classes designed to support the Apollo Bay Arts Inc fundraiser, 'Place'. Choose form one of her 2 adult classes held on Wednesday 31st October at Marrar Woorn, for all...
Prepare for On-air
Here’s a simple short course that could put you and your favourite music or passion on local radio right here in Apollo Bay. Just two Sundays and some co-pilot hours with some of ABR’s seasoned presenters is all it takes. Talk politics, tell stories,...
School Holiday Arts
FREE SCHOOL HOLIDAY ACTIVITY - ages 12 and up Come along to a free art workshop at Marrar Woorn to create and enter a piece of artwork in the youth exhibition as part of the Colac Otway Arts Trail! Create a piece of art that best represents your experience...
24/7 Legend Program
Would you know what to do in an emergency? What about protecting your family from dangers at the beach? 24/7 Legend is all about two key components: Beach safety/survival and CPR. Beach safety and survival: Various beach dangers on our local beaches......
Oki-Do Yoga Term 4 2018
Stretch into Term 4 with Oki-Do Yoga. It's a playful and not too earnest style of yoga led by Andy Hack. In an Oki-Do class you can expect purifying and strengthening Asanas (stretches), self-massage techniques, corrective movements, physical games,...
Creating Conscious Hosts: China Focus
Help prepare yourself or your business to welcome the Chinese tourism market and leave a lasting impression. Due to its beautiful location, the Otways region is becoming increasingly attractive to tourists from China. In the last financial year, China...
Writing Winning Grant Applications
If you are involved in a not-for-profit organisation, you know that raising money is the key to funding your dreams. But the competition for funds can be fierce and the obstacles many. This course provides you with the techniques that you need for a...
Natural Science Based Art Workshop
Presented by Art and Ecology; for this workshop we'll be using the Wild Otways threatened orchids as inspiration to draw orchids. Using local cultivars learn all about orchid anatomy and how to dissect the plant parts to reveal it's reproductive and hidden...
Art and Ecology Workshop
Presented by Art and Ecology; celebrate the scientific field of conservation ecology and the movements made towards protecting the ecosystems of the Otways. The workshop will be delivered by artists Stefan Gevers, who has been running Botanical Art and...
Art Lab – Term 3 2018
The incredibly talented Maryanne Gatica is back with more art classes for 2018. This 5 week course is the first of a 2-part series and is all about experimentation. It will allow you to try and explore multiple materials such as paint, pastels, charcoal...
Winter Woodwork – Term 3 2018
A rare opportunity to be a part of a small creative team charged with the construction and presentation of an interactive sculpture installation in Apollo Bay. Marrar Woorn is working with with the WinterWild festival to present an exciting program working...
First Aid Courses – Term 3 2018
First Aid Training - Wednesday 18th July Life Saving Victoria’s (SLV) First Aid Training Course is recommended for any person employed as an occupational health and safety representatives or first aid officer, or who needs the qualification for their...
Sewing French Knickers
Sewing French Knickers - a workshop with Frankie & Ray Local designer and maker Jo Dunsmuir of Frankie & Ray (check out https://frankieandray.bigcartel.com/) takes you through all steps of her Anna Knicker pattern to make either a pair of French...
Oki Do Yoga – Term 3 2018
Stretch into Term 3 with Okido Yoga. It's a playful and not too earnest style of yoga led by Andy Hack. In an Okido class you can expect purifying and strengthening Asanas (stretches), self massage techniques, corrective movements, physical games,...
Resist Felting Workshop
Change of date - Resist Felting Workshop - now on Sunday May 27th 1-4pm Get warm for winter by felting your own beanie, beret or small bag. Local textile artist, Susan Graham, will teach you the 'resist' technique that is used in felting to make three...
Conversational Mandarin
Conversational Mandarin Classes - terms 2&3 Join tutor Amy Wang in her introductory program of conversational classes covering basics of Mandarin. This ten week program has been designed specifically for the township of Apollo Bay covering topics such...
Health Starter Program
Learn to live a healthier life in this 10 week program presented by Lonnie and Kath from The Gym Apollo Bay . By adopting some healthy habits and following some simple rules you will learn the basic steps to healthy living, nutrition and improved physical...