promoting learning and friendship
Welcome to Our Community
The goal of Christchurch North West is to encourage healthy ageing by providing activities that stimulate and satisfy in an informal friendly atmosphere.
U3A
U3A is an international learning co-operative for retired or semi-retired people. It is a voluntary organisation which provides opportunities to share educational, creative and leisure activities aimed at encouraging positive ageing, as well as providing fulfilment and personal enrichment.
Is it right for me?
There are no exams, no educational requirements and no compulsory activities. Costs are minimal to suit everyone, and meetings are held during the daytime.
Guiding Principles
U3As are voluntary, non-profit organisations that are non-sectarian and non-political. They have no central governing body, with each group independently organised and run by volunteers from among its members. Groups are self-funded, arrange their own speakers, and rely on members to share their skills and experiences, with no material or financial benefits for volunteers.
The goal of Christchurch North West is to encourage healthy ageing by providing activities that stimulate and satisfy in an informal friendly atmosphere. We have over 300 members from many different backgrounds who come together to learn and socialise by:
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Listening and learning from speakers on a wide range of topics at our monthly meetings. Our speakers are always happy to close with a Q&A session.
Taking the occasional local excursion to Canterbury landmarks that are of historical and cultural significance.
Joining and creating interest groups where knowledge, on whatever subject interests and excites you, can be shared.