Australia · WORKSHOPS
The good workshops & classes run small groups and fill up weeks ahead. Below: the 15 to book early, what each includes and how they differ.
Learn to surf at Bondi Beach in a small two-hour class with qualified instructors, safety coaching, gear, and plenty of wave practice.
“Great day, instructors were very helpful and good at explaining everything to a beginner surfer. Felt safe in the water.”
Learn what to expect from Byron Bay’s $60 beginner surf lesson, including instructors, safety, equipment, group size, value, and booking tips.
“I had Luke as my trainer and he was the best teacher. Really knows what he's doing and gets that knowledge to you in a very easy way. The waves were perfect for beginners and we had the beach pretty much to ourselves. Would highly recommend!”
Ride Kuranda Scenic Railway Gold Class and Skyrail through tropical rainforest, with free time for markets, wildlife, and Barron Falls.
“Our tour guide arrived 40 minutes late to pick us up from the designated hotel. Other tour operators told us “they’re always late”.”
Create a Turkish mosaic candle holder in Sydney with guided instruction, tea, snacks, glass pieces, and lamp upgrades available.
“It was an interesting and fun experience figuring out the patience and time required to put a mosaic lamp together. The instructor was also very patient and helpful.”
Make a Turkish mosaic lamp in Melbourne during a 2.5-hour workshop with tea, treats, expert help, and free cancellation up to 24 hours ahead.
“Such a beautiful experience ✨ Creating a mosaic lamp piece by piece was calming and so inspiring. Highly recommend!”
Learn to surf at Bondi Beach in a small group with gear, safety advice, and patient instruction. See if this $71 lesson suits you.
“The experience was excellent. The instructor, Aaron was patient, helpful and encouraging. The location was perfect for beginners. Would recommend!”
Review of Byron Bay’s $56.66 half-day surf lesson, with beach transfers, equipment, flexible locations, practical tips, and honest drawbacks.
“The guy of the tour didn’t show up, not even a phone call to cancel or say that he had a problem. This kind of people should be removed from viator.”
Learn what to expect from Merrick’s Noosa two-hour surf lesson, including equipment, coaching, fitness, group size, price, and booking tips.
“Provided with everything and really nice staff. We were in a group of 4 and I think with anymore people it would have been very crowded - not sure if they would give you two instructors. The issue was is that I was very bad at surfing (not tRead more”
Review of Kool Katz’s affordable Byron Bay surf lesson, with beginner-friendly coaching, gear, transport, safety tips, value, and booking advice.
“Tez and Terry were the BEST! This lesson was a great bang for your buck. Best instructors EVERRR!!!!”
Create a Turkish mosaic lamp in Brisbane’s Fortitude Valley with guided instruction, tea, cookies, and a handmade souvenir.
“A neat activity to do with friends or solo. Just the right amount of help and leaving us to it. Would be nice to have a little more colour range options.”
Learn to surf at Maroubra Beach with a patient small-group lesson, warm wetsuits, safety coaching, and a real chance to catch your first wave.
“A very attentive teacher, very kind and patient, who knew how to explain things to me even though I was afraid that it was my first time. I'll do it again 100%, I had a great time.”
Review of Hervey Bay’s MV Amaroo whale watch, with whale sightings, boat details, value, timing, accessibility, and practical booking advice.
“Lovely Boat Club to start and end the trip. Experienced and welcoming crew made the afternoon enjoyable. The whales and their performances were amazing. Staff in the Boat Club helpful and accommodating.6”
Ride Skyrail over Cairns rainforest, explore Kuranda, then return in Gold Class on the historic scenic railway with drinks and snacks.
“We absolutely loved our day! Everyone was so helpful and our lovely Lady in our carriage was amazing, fun, informative and organised. Tops.”
Learn to surf in Byron Bay with included gear, small groups, qualified coaches, and safe waist-deep waves during this 4-hour lesson.
“Harry and Ben were so supportive, informative and encouraging during the whole session! Really enjoyed the day! Would highly recommend”
Learn to surf at Noosa Main Beach with expert coaches, gentle waves, safety training, small groups, and a strong chance of standing up.
“Activity was perfect, Our coach was extremely kind and a great teacher. We had a wonderful time, I highly recommend it!”
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