What we’re about
what on earth is SixDegrees?
SixDegrees connects people who want to teach with people who want to learn and enables learning for communities in real life. Small affordable classes mean high value for participants, extracting the knowledge and skills otherwise hidden within the community. SixDegrees redefines what it means to be a teacher or a learner, helping everyone undertake training in practical, artistic or academic skills while fostering lifelong learning.
where do the classes take place?
Our classes take place all across Wellington -- from Community Halls to the Train Station!
hundreds of classes
SixDegrees classes are face-to-face, easy to join and we have many affordable classes in the pipeline or already up for grabs (from intros to master classes) including:
Agriculture & Environment: Composting
Art & Handcrafts: Crochet
Business & Finance: Accounting
Computers & Technology: Excel
Entrepreneurship: Turn your ideas into action
Food & Drink: Cheese making
Language & Culture: Spanish
Life Skills: How to buy a home
Literature & Writing: How to write a book
Music & Performance: Ukelele
Professional Development: Interviewing
Science: Astronomy
Upcoming events (4+)
See all- REGISTER NOW: Cuban Salsa Classes are BACK in Wellington CBD!Club garibaldi, Wellington$80.00
Our much loved and much missed Tuesday Cuban Salsa Classes for Beginners through to Advanced in the CBD are back as of 5 March 2024!
Please help us get the message out by hitting the link and sharing the class listing via Facebook. Gracias.
NEW Location:
Club Garibaldi Club Room
Top Floor
118 Tory Street
Corner Tory & VivianIMPORTANT: On-site parking is NOT available. You will be towed unless you are Club Garibaldi member or you lease one of the parks! You have been warned!
NEW Times*:
- 6pm: Intermediate/Advanced
- 7pm: Improvers
- 8pm: Beginners
- 9pm: Social Dancing @ El BarrioWe hope this change will encourage the more advanced students to stick around and help us with those still less advanced.. and also encourage our newbees to try out Social Dancing in an authentic Bar setting after class.
* Please arrive 5-10 mins before your class starts to allow plenty of time to check in and settle in. If driving, remember to factor in extra time to reduces stress and chance of being late for class as parking can be hard to find!
2024 4-Week Cycle Start Dates*:
- Cycle 1 - Tue 5 Mar 24
- Cycle 2 - Tue 2 Apr 24
- Cycle 3 - Tue 30 Apr 24
- Cycle 4 - Tue 28 May 24
- Cycle 5 - Tue 25 Jun 24
- Cycle 6 - Tue 23 Jul 24
- Cycle 7 - Tue 20 Aug 24
- Cycle 8 - Tue 17 Sep 24
- Cycle 9 - Tue 15 Oct 24
- Cycle 10 - Tue 12 Nov 24*Beginners and Improvers don't worry if you missed the first class you can always start in Week 2. More advanced dancers you should be fine jumping in Week 3. If in doubt, include a note on your rego form.
Cost:
- 1 person $80 ($60 with ID*) for 4-week course**
- 2 or more people registering together $65 pp for 4-week course**
- Casuals $25 ($20 with ID*)* Gold, Leisure and Community Services Cardholders, and Club Garibaldi Members
** Valid for 8 weeksPayment Options:
- Bank transfer in advance or
- Cash/EFTPOS on the dayAc Name: CUBANFUSION Classes
Ac Number: 02-0343-0003801-002
Reference: YOUR NAME - TUENB: Pre-registration and payment upfront required. This makes checking in quicker and easier, especially on the first night.
Hit the link to register now!!
http://www.cubansalsawellington.com/cbd-cuban-salsa-classes-registration.html
REMINDER: While scanning in and vaccine passes are no longer required "good hygiene practices" are:
- washing or sanitizing your hands before and after class
- bringing your own water bottle
- not coming to class if you feel unwell or should be isolatingGracias!
- REGISTER NOW: Cuban Salsa Classes are BACK in Wellington CBD!Club garibaldi, Wellington$80.00
Our much loved and much missed Tuesday Cuban Salsa Classes for Beginners through to Advanced in the CBD are back as of 5 March 2024!
Please help us get the message out by hitting the link and sharing the class listing via Facebook. Gracias.
NEW Location:
Club Garibaldi Club Room
Top Floor
118 Tory Street
Corner Tory & VivianIMPORTANT: On-site parking is NOT available. You will be towed unless you are Club Garibaldi member or you lease one of the parks! You have been warned!
NEW Times*:
- 6pm: Intermediate/Advanced
- 7pm: Improvers
- 8pm: Beginners
- 9pm: Social Dancing @ El BarrioWe hope this change will encourage the more advanced students to stick around and help us with those still less advanced.. and also encourage our newbees to try out Social Dancing in an authentic Bar setting after class.
* Please arrive 5-10 mins before your class starts to allow plenty of time to check in and settle in. If driving, remember to factor in extra time to reduces stress and chance of being late for class as parking can be hard to find!
2024 4-Week Cycle Start Dates*:
- Cycle 1 - Tue 5 Mar 24
- Cycle 2 - Tue 2 Apr 24
- Cycle 3 - Tue 30 Apr 24
- Cycle 4 - Tue 28 May 24
- Cycle 5 - Tue 25 Jun 24
- Cycle 6 - Tue 23 Jul 24
- Cycle 7 - Tue 20 Aug 24
- Cycle 8 - Tue 17 Sep 24
- Cycle 9 - Tue 15 Oct 24
- Cycle 10 - Tue 12 Nov 24*Beginners and Improvers don't worry if you missed the first class you can always start in Week 2. More advanced dancers you should be fine jumping in Week 3. If in doubt, include a note on your rego form.
Cost:
- 1 person $80 ($60 with ID*) for 4-week course**
- 2 or more people registering together $65 pp for 4-week course**
- Casuals $25 ($20 with ID*)* Gold, Leisure and Community Services Cardholders, and Club Garibaldi Members
** Valid for 8 weeksPayment Options:
- Bank transfer in advance or
- Cash/EFTPOS on the dayAc Name: CUBANFUSION Classes
Ac Number: 02-0343-0003801-002
Reference: YOUR NAME - TUENB: Pre-registration and payment upfront required. This makes checking in quicker and easier, especially on the first night.
Hit the link to register now!!
http://www.cubansalsawellington.com/cbd-cuban-salsa-classes-registration.html
REMINDER: While scanning in and vaccine passes are no longer required "good hygiene practices" are:
- washing or sanitizing your hands before and after class
- bringing your own water bottle
- not coming to class if you feel unwell or should be isolatingGracias!
- NEW CUBAN☆FUSION Dance Fitness Classes in The Bay with RafaelIsland Bay Community Centre, Wellington$80.00
Aimed at anyone "working from home".. or not working anywhere.. in the vicinity of Island Bay and wanting or needing to get out of their seat and shake their boody.. starting Wednesday 6 March.
Casuals VERY welcome!
Please help us spread the word.. by hitting the link and sharing the class listing via Facebook. Gracias.
***
Get fit(ter) like a Cuban.. dancing at your own speed.
No partner or previous experience required.
Day/Time: Wednesdays at 11am - 12noon
Please arrive 5-10 mins before your class starts to allow plenty of time to check in and settle in.
Location: Island Bay Community Centre, 137 The Parade, Island Bay
Cost:
- Casuals $25 ($20 with ID*)
- 1 person $80 ($60 with ID*) for 4-week course**
- 2 or more people registering together $65 pp for 4-week course*** Gold, Leisure and Community Services Cards
** Valid for 8 weeksPayment Options:
- Bank transfer in advance or
- Cash/EFTPOS on the dayAc Name: CUBANFUSION Classes
Ac Number: 02-0343-0003801-002
Reference: YOUR NAME - WEDNB: Pre-registration and payment upfront required. This makes checking in quicker and easier, especially on the first day.
Hit the link to register now!
http://www.cubansalsawellington.com/cf-fitness-class-registration.html
COVID-19: While scanning in and vaccine passes are no longer required "good hygiene practices" are:
- washing or sanitizing your hands before and after class
- bringing your own water bottle
- not coming to class if you feel unwell or should be isolatingGracias!
***
About your instructor Rafael Ferrer Noel:
- Professional Dancer and Musician
- Former qualified ZUMBA instructor
- Taught this class in Aro Valley Community Centre for many years
- Island Bay resident nowSee link for full bio: http://www.cubansalsawellington.com/the-team.html
- REGISTER NOW: Cuban Salsa Classes are BACK in Wellington CBD!Club garibaldi, Wellington$80.00
Our much loved and much missed Tuesday Cuban Salsa Classes for Beginners through to Advanced in the CBD are back as of 5 March 2024!
Please help us get the message out by hitting the link and sharing the class listing via Facebook. Gracias.
NEW Location:
Club Garibaldi Club Room
Top Floor
118 Tory Street
Corner Tory & VivianIMPORTANT: On-site parking is NOT available. You will be towed unless you are Club Garibaldi member or you lease one of the parks! You have been warned!
NEW Times*:
- 6pm: Intermediate/Advanced
- 7pm: Improvers
- 8pm: Beginners
- 9pm: Social Dancing @ El BarrioWe hope this change will encourage the more advanced students to stick around and help us with those still less advanced.. and also encourage our newbees to try out Social Dancing in an authentic Bar setting after class.
* Please arrive 5-10 mins before your class starts to allow plenty of time to check in and settle in. If driving, remember to factor in extra time to reduces stress and chance of being late for class as parking can be hard to find!
2024 4-Week Cycle Start Dates*:
- Cycle 1 - Tue 5 Mar 24
- Cycle 2 - Tue 2 Apr 24
- Cycle 3 - Tue 30 Apr 24
- Cycle 4 - Tue 28 May 24
- Cycle 5 - Tue 25 Jun 24
- Cycle 6 - Tue 23 Jul 24
- Cycle 7 - Tue 20 Aug 24
- Cycle 8 - Tue 17 Sep 24
- Cycle 9 - Tue 15 Oct 24
- Cycle 10 - Tue 12 Nov 24*Beginners and Improvers don't worry if you missed the first class you can always start in Week 2. More advanced dancers you should be fine jumping in Week 3. If in doubt, include a note on your rego form.
Cost:
- 1 person $80 ($60 with ID*) for 4-week course**
- 2 or more people registering together $65 pp for 4-week course**
- Casuals $25 ($20 with ID*)* Gold, Leisure and Community Services Cardholders, and Club Garibaldi Members
** Valid for 8 weeksPayment Options:
- Bank transfer in advance or
- Cash/EFTPOS on the dayAc Name: CUBANFUSION Classes
Ac Number: 02-0343-0003801-002
Reference: YOUR NAME - TUENB: Pre-registration and payment upfront required. This makes checking in quicker and easier, especially on the first night.
Hit the link to register now!!
http://www.cubansalsawellington.com/cbd-cuban-salsa-classes-registration.html
REMINDER: While scanning in and vaccine passes are no longer required "good hygiene practices" are:
- washing or sanitizing your hands before and after class
- bringing your own water bottle
- not coming to class if you feel unwell or should be isolatingGracias!
