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: Victoria Lessing
NZSLTA category: Qualified

Coordinator: Merge NZ

Type of tuition: Class

Course category: NZSL Level 1

Tutor: Julie Nielson
NZSLTA category: Provisional

Coordinator: Julie Nielson

Course cost: $80

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:
This course further develops beginners' skills in understanding and using NZSL, and extends students' understanding of the Deaf community and culture in New Zealand.

This is a follow up course from NZSL101 paper. This course includes an one-hour lecture, two-hour language class and one-hour tutorial so 4 hours a week altogether

Type of tuition: Class

Course category: NZSL Level 1

Tutor: Sara Pivac Alexander
NZSLTA category: Qualified

Coordinator: Rachel McKee

Course overview:
This course will develop intermediate signers’ receptive and expressive proficiency in NZSL for everyday communication purposes. Learners will extend their repertoire of NZSL grammar structures and appreciation of the social-cultural context of NZSL use in Deaf community.

This course is 4 hours per week: 2-hour language class and 2-hour tutorial.

Type of tuition: Class

Course category: NZSL Level 2

Tutor: Sara Pivac Alexander
NZSLTA category: Qualified

Coordinator: Sara Pivac Alexander

Course overview:
NZSL 2A – 2 Units
Unit 10: All About Me
Unit 11: Home Life

Unit 10: All About Me
In this unit, learners will:

Exchange personal information

Talk about life events, including experiences of language learning

Describe and give information about other people

Discuss extended family/whānau and family origins

Unit 11: Home Life
In this unit, learners will:

Talk about daily activities, food, and things around the house

Discuss home life and housework

Describe personal experiences about mishaps in the home

Type of tuition: Class

Course category: NZSL Level 2

Tutor: Monica Leach
NZSLTA category: Qualified

Coordinator: Monica Leach

Course cost: $250

Course overview:
NZSL 1A – Beginner Course (Ponsonby)
Learn New Zealand Sign Language in your local area!

This beginner-friendly NZSL course is perfect for those who want to learn basic signs, communicate with Deaf people, and gain an understanding of Deaf culture.

You’ll learn through three fun and interactive units:
🖐 Unit 1: Welcome – Learn how to greet and introduce yourself in NZSL
👋 Unit 2: Our Class – Talk about the classroom, people, and everyday instructions
🙋 Unit 3: Wants and Needs – Learn how to express your basic needs and ask questions

We’re excited to offer this course in Ponsonby, making it easy and convenient for locals to attend and start their NZSL journey close to home.

Type of tuition: Class

Course category: NZSL Level 1

Tutor: Monica Leach
NZSLTA category: Qualified

Coordinator: Monica Leach

Course cost: $250

Course overview:
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: Victoria Lessing
NZSLTA category: Qualified

Coordinator: Jennifer Lum

Course cost: $160