U3A ChCh Central
WELCOME to the homepage of the U3A Network Canterbury.
U3A is the shortened form of University of the Third Age. We are constantly being told that retired people should exercise, eat a healthy diet and stimulate the mind. The third age of life is seen as an opportunity for learning, listening and understanding and this means joining with others that now have time and think the same way, throughout New Zealand and the world. Just because you are older doesn’t mean that you have finished learning.
The Canterbury Network of U3A clubs invite people to enjoy the company of others in on-going learning within an informal and friendly atmosphere. at the different groups operating throughout the province. Learning topics are selected and planned by each of the committee and suggestions from members. Topics are varied and include world affairs, special research, health, and others that are topical in our city, towns and local community.
Each U3A is independent and has their own way of presenting their members with learning & social opportunities. To find out more about the organisation internationally, try www.worldu3a.org
Become a life- long learner by taking a brochure to see about a group you could join or talk to some of our members today.
The U3A movement aims to encourage an active retirement for women and men in their 'third age' by providing for their cultural, social, physical and intellectual interests. Members are people wanting to widen their interests by getting involved in life-long learning opportunities of all kinds and to share activities in an informal friendly atmosphere.
U3A Network Canterbury, is now an incorporated society.
Links to the U3A Network NZ webpage and to some overseas U3A websites are also provided, using the menus on the left.
Help in the setting up of new U3A's
Publicise the U3A organisation to the Canterbury community
Supply information, provide stability and support, especially for new Presidents
Communicate and interchange, especially with those U3A's within NZ, and Australia
Develop U3A opportunities, eg joint ventures, Conferences
Share information on news from other U3A groups, travel, conferences, etc
Promote the 5 point aging model as advocated by current research
Promote the U3A-Online capabilities, and the GEMS Newsletter from Australia
Be a conduit of information/contact details/data base to the wider community, locally, other U3A groups nationally and internationally
The 5 Points of the Successful Ageing Model:
Keep the mind active
Keep the body active
Maintain close social networks
Do interesting things
Take the necessary steps to avoid disease or minimize the consequences if disease occurs
To contact us, please send email to The President or The Secretary.