Workshops & Classes
Te Puna Ora | The Well
Our workshops and classes are delivered by Te Puna Ora | The Well — the operational and educational arm of Tangihanawera Pataka. While our store offers premium, small-batch natural wellness products, Te Puna Ora | The Well takes this further by empowering you with the knowledge and skills to create and live naturally yourself.
What We Teach
Our classes go beyond product-making. We teach a whole-of-home approach to Zero % Waste — using natural ingredients and simple techniques to replace everyday household and personal care products with things you can make yourself, from scratch, at home.
You'll learn how the products we make at Tangihanawera Pataka connect to a broader, more intentional way of living — and how to apply those same principles in your own space.
Workshop Topics Include
- Natural soap, balm, and body butter making
- Oral care essentials — toothpaste, mouth rinse, and more
- Mānuka oil skincare and its applications
- Zero waste home care — natural cleaning, laundry, and household products
- Ingredient literacy — understanding what goes into your products and why
- Reducing single-use packaging through homemade alternatives
Our Approach
Classes are hands-on, small-group, and designed for all levels. Every participant leaves with products they've made themselves and the confidence to continue at home. While our workshops are rooted in the Tangihanawera Pataka product range, they extend into a wider conversation about sustainable, zero waste living.
Workshop Overview
For a detailed look at what we cover in our classes, view our full workshop presentation below.
View Our Workshop Presentation →
Book a Class
Classes are run by Te Puna Ora | The Well. To find out about upcoming workshops, group bookings, or bespoke sessions, get in touch with us here.