Find an NZSL Class

Course overview:
A tailored Deaf Culture workshop for either 2, 4 or 7 hours. Essential for frontline staff, teachers, healthcare workers and all staff.

This course covers Deaf Culture and what that is, including Deaf identity and the different perspectives of this.

It covers NZSL as a language and gives important communication tips. This workshop can be delivered at your event/workplace/school. It will be tailored to your specific needs.

Please contact Merge NZ to learn more.

Type of tuition: Class

Course category: Deaf Culture

Tutor: Merge NZ
NZSLTA category: Qualified

Coordinator: Merge NZ

Course overview:
Enrollment is now open for Level 1a Beginner for 2024. Also, check out level 1c Beginner and Level 2c Intermediate on our Usign NZ Facebook page and Usignnz Instagram posts.

For onsite classes at Cambridge for 2 x Level 1A Beginner, sign up now. Students prefer face-to-face learning and it's a great opportunity to meet new people. The course will cover topics like Greetings & Meeting, Our Class, Needs & Wants for 6 weeks.

Registration closes two weeks before the start of each course, so make sure you don't miss out on your secure space. The cost for the 6-week course is $130.00.

We also offer online classes for one-on-one or small groups. Stay tuned for updates on available space.

If you're interested in taking the next step, feel free to connect with us via text at 0275377779 or email at kelly@usign.co.nz.

We're excited to hear from you and help you achieve your goals!

Type of tuition: Class

Course category: NZSL Level 1

Tutor: Kelly Quirke
NZSLTA category: Qualified

Coordinator: Kelly Quirke

Course cost: $130

Course overview:
We are pleased to invite you to an NZSL Intermediate 2 Level Course. This is a 15 week course - 7 weeks then a break, followed by 8 weeks. Each class is from 7pm to 9 pm on Monday evenings at the Auckland Deaf Society's location in Three Kings.

Tutor - Rachel Walker

This course is suitable for students who have previously completed NZSL Intermediate 1 or equivalent

On Completion of this course you will be ready to start Intermediate 3 level NZSL in July, 2025

Type of tuition: Class

Course category: Other

Tutor: Rachel Walker
NZSLTA category: Qualified

Coordinator: Karen den Hollander

Course cost: $260

Course overview:
We are pleased to invite you to an NZSL Intermediate 1 Level Course. This is a 15 week course - 7 weeks then a break, followed by 8 weeks. Each class is from 7 pm to 9 pm on Wednesday evenings at Three Kings

Tutor - Rachel Walker

This course is suitable for students who have completed Beginner 2 NZSL (or equivalent)

On Completion of this course you will be ready to start Intermediate 2 NZSL in July, 2025

Type of tuition: Class

Course category: Other

Tutor: Rachel Walker
NZSLTA category: Qualified

Coordinator: Karen den Hollander

Course cost: $260

Course overview:
A beginners' course in NZSL, emphasising acquisition of basic receptive and expressive skills in sign language for everyday conversations. The course also includes information about aspects of grammatical structure and Deaf community and culture.

Type of tuition: Class

Course category: NZSL Level 1

Tutor: Sara Pivac Alexander
NZSLTA category: Qualified

Coordinator: Rachel McKee

Course overview:
The course will extend the receptive and expressive skills of students who have a foundation in NZSL, and will examine cultural perspectives and issues relevant to the Deaf community. Teaching will focus on increasing students' vocabulary, expressive fluency, knowledge and use of grammatical structures in NZSL.

Type of tuition: Class

Course category: NZSL Level 2

Tutor: Sara Pivac Alexander
NZSLTA category: Qualified

Coordinator: Sara Pivac Alexander

Course overview:
Beginner - Part 2 (units 3 & 4)

Ready to take your NZSL skills further? Elevate your learning journey from Beginner Part 1 (Level 1a) to Beginner Part 2! Dive deeper into NZSL in an interactive 8-week online course to unlock the next level of your NZSL adventure!

Type of tuition: Online

Course category: NZSL Level 1

Tutor: Joyce Stokell
NZSLTA category: Trainee

Coordinator: Marissa Lessing

Course cost: $140

Course overview:
Learn NZ Sign Language (NZSL), an official language of Aotearoa, New Zealand.

Welcome to our NZSL Intermediate 2B Course! Designed for intermediate learners, this course builds on your current NZSL skills.

Course: NZSL Beginner 2B - 8 Week Course
Tutor: Rachel Walker
Term 2 Dates: 4th May - 29th June
Time: Mondays (7:00pm - 9:00pm)
Location: Auckland Deaf Society, 16 Hillsborough Road, Three Kings.
Price: $150

This course is suitable for those who have completed an Intermediate Level 2A course.

Type of tuition: Class

Course category: NZSL Level 2

Tutor: Rachel Walker
NZSLTA category: Qualified

Coordinator: Camilla Payne

Course cost: $150

Course overview:
Learning outcomes:

By the end of this 1a course, learners will learn:


Unit 1 - Meeting and Greeting

• exchange greetings and make introductions

• understand simple class instructions

• learn about the use of facial expression in NZSL

• learn to get, and give, eyegaze before signing

• learn numbers 1-10

• learn the fingerspelling alphabet, spell their own name, and ask for repetition



Unit 2 - Our Class

• identify people in the class

• name language(s) they are learning

• give and follow simple instructions and action commands

• ask for clarification, correction and confirmation

• ask and tell where something is in the room

• use appropriate phrases for arriving late to class

• use numbers for counting (0‐20) and simple time phrases in relation to class activities



Unit 3 - Needs and Wants

• name common food and drink items

• make and respond to requests and offers for basic wants and needs

• ask and tell locations of familiar objects and locations in the immediate environment

• express likes and dislikes

• understand basic signs about emergency exit procedures

Type of tuition: Class

Course category: NZSL Level 1

Tutor: Monica Leah
NZSLTA category: Qualified

Coordinator: Jennifer Lum

Course cost: $160

Course overview:
Learn NZ Sign Language (NZSL), an official language of Aotearoa, New Zealand.

Welcome to our NZSL Beginner 1A Course! Designed for beginners, this course provides a strong foundation for the start of your NZSL journey.

Course: NZSL Beginner 1A - 8 Week Course
Tutor: Lola Fuemana
Term 2 Dates: 5th May - 23rd June
Time: Tuesdays (7:00pm - 9:00pm)
Location: Auckland Deaf Society, 16 Hillsborough Road, Three Kings.
Price: $150

This course is suitable for those who have limited or no NZSL experience.

Type of tuition: Class

Course category: NZSL Level 1

Tutor: Lola Fuemana
NZSLTA category: Trainee

Coordinator: Camilla Payne

Course cost: $150