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You're growing when you're learning. You're growing even more when there's fun to be had. Join a local class or workshop, meet new friends, enjoy a laugh or two and learn something new.
classes & workshops
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28 Sep 2024 (Monthly)
Latin Dancing Under the Sails
Social Latin dancing with the best Latin music DJs on the Gold Coast playing a variety of Latin music to get everyone dancing. Open air, outdoors, beautiful venue outside the Oasis shopping centre and surrounded by many restaurants. Open to everyone and it's free. This event is held once a month, usually the last Saturday of the month but this is subject to change. They look forward to seeing you.
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06 Oct 2024 (Monthly)
Spirit Making Class
Craft your signature spirit! In their Spirit Making Class, you will have the opportunity to craft your personalised unaged bottle of Rum, Gin, Brandy, Vodka, or Schnapps. With an extensive selection of botanicals and ingredients sourced from their apothecary, you’ll have all the tools you need to design a spirit that suits your taste perfectly. Their Head Distiller will be your guide throughout the process. From selecting the ideal botanicals to operating your own distillation equipment, you’ll receive expert guidance every step of the way. This is an interactive class that allows you to roll up your sleeves and create your own unique spirit. At the end of this extraordinary class, you’ll proudly take home a 500ml bottle of your very own handcrafted spirit. It’s not just a bottle; it’s a testament to your creativity and newfound distillation skills. Display it on your home bar or share it as a special gift. What’s Included: Complimentary drink upon your arrival. Guided Distillery Tour and Tasting Experience featuring four samples. Professional distillation guidance provided by our Head Distiller. Exclusive access to their selection of botanicals from the apothecary. A 500ml bottle of your personally crafted spirit. A delightful grazing board to share. 10 percent discount on any liquor purchase made the same day.
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02 Oct 2024 (Monthly)
Sunroom
SunroomSUNROOM is about providing a safe creative space for art making creative play and exploration for adults who identify with disability. We believe in the social model of disability - that is, disability is the result of the interaction between people living with impairments and an environment filled with physical, attitudinal, communication and social barriers. (Sourced from PWD) No prior art making experience is necessary, only a willingness to engage your imagination, curiosity and sense of play.
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02 Oct 2024 (Monthly)
Distracted
ADHD Expert Panel Discussions and Q&A'sJoin us on the 1st Wednesday of each month at HOTA to mingle with our ADHD community. Listen to ADHD topics presented by industry experts along with time for Q&A's. Bring your coach, teacher, friend, boss, relative, partner or just yourselves. We are always implementing ways to make our events neurodiversity and sensory-friendly.
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13 Oct 2024 (Monthly)
Craft Your Signature Bottle - Spirit Blending Class
Embark on a fun journey into the world of spirit blending with their immersive class. Be a spirit blender for a day and craft your own drink, choosing from Gin, Vodka, Rum, Brandy, or Schnapps! Enjoy a tasty welcome drink as your guide leads you through the process, sharing insights into the rich history of spirits and the craft behind their award-winning range at Tamborine Mountain Distillery. Explore over 100 flavours allowing you to craft a blend that's truly yours. Add a personal touch by giving it a name and hand-labelling your bespoke 200ml bottle—a symbol of your unique creation. Unleash your creativity, take home your crafted spirit, and enjoy the satisfaction of making your own blend! What’s Included: Complimentary beverage upon your arrival Professional blending advice provided by our expert guide Drinks provided during the class. Exclusive access to our selection of botanicals from the apothecary A 200ml bottle of your personally blended spirit 10 percent discount on any purchase made from their shop on the same day All equipment is provided.
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From now until 01 May 2025
Paint and Spin Wheel Throwing Class
Unleash your creativity in a welcoming and intimate wheel throwing class in Tamborine Mountain. Create and paint two beautiful vessels with underglaze. Join them for a special and memorable experience. They donate AUD1 from every booking to Dementia Australia.
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From now until 28 Sep 2024
Live on The Lawn at Garden Kitchen & Bar
If you’re a lover of live music, flowing drinks, crisp evenings on the dance floor and a delicious snack or two, then pencil Garden Kitchen & Bar’s Live on The Lawn series into your calendar. Live on The Lawn is is bringing live acoustic acts and DJs to you every week, featuring a line-up packed with Australian music stars. Brought to you live and free, these gifted musicians are ready to turn up the vibes and grace your ears with their sweet beats. To check line-up and set times, visit The Star Gold Coast website.
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From now until 31 Jan 2025
Twilight Tour at Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary
See Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary like you’ve never seen it before – after dark! Take a very special guided tour through Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary getting up close with our nocturnal residents, such as the cheeky Tasmanian Devils, who are most active when the sun goes down. Learn more about the history of the Gold Coast’s traditional custodians with two unique tours: Biyuhl Tour - Biyuhl meaning hill or mountain. Gunanggay Tour - Gunanggay meaning flat country. Immerse yourself in a spectacular light display, where you will embrace Dreamings and spirit of the Yugambeh people. Go on a spotlight adventure searching for some Aussie native wildlife, and finish off with some traditional bush tea.
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From now until 08 Dec 2024
Frida's Luxe Sip n' Paint - Burleigh
You’ll be led step-by-step to paint a featured artwork by a professional artist, and feel free to bring your favourite drinks and nibbles to fuel your creativity. Completely BYO drinks and nibbles, with glassware, ice buckets and more supplied! A sophisticated night out – completely reimagined. Sessions every Thursday- Sunday! See you in the studio!
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Saturday (Weekly)
Cauldron Distillery Gin Blending Class
Get your creative juices flowing during an informative and interactive Gin Blending Class at Tamborine Mountain’s very own Cauldron Distillery. Do you enjoy creating recipes in the kitchen? How good is your palate at detecting flavours? During this one hour experience, you will learn everything there is to know about gin and then you are set free to create your own gin masterpiece to take home. Set in their world-class distillery and guided by their distilling team, you will select from a multitude of individually distilled botanicals and skilfully blend them together to create a balanced gin that suits your palate and taste. How does a gin with orange, sage, and anise sound to you? Maybe you prefer rose petals, strawberry, and cocoa nibs? Perhaps your preference is lemon myrtle, macadamia nuts and honey? The choice will be yours because your gin blend can be as unique as you are! Here’s what is included in this unique experience: Complementary G and T on arrival from our signature Five-To-Five Range A guided 45-minute gin blending class A 200 ml bottle of your very own gin to take home A G&T made from your very own gin at the completion of the course Free Cauldron Club membership with $10 on us to spend at the tasting room bar or bottle shop.
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From now until 28 Sep 2024
Crystals & Botanicals: Soy Candle Making Class
Looking for fun activities? Learn how to make gorgeous soy candles adorned with crystals and botanicals at this fun experience in Mount Tamborine. They'll provide you with everything you'll need to make your candles and you'll be led through the process of creating your own masterpieces. For double the fun, bring along a lovely friend to craft and catch up with. Soy candle making is also a great idea for laidback hens parties, birthday parties or even fun team building activities. At the end of this hands-on class, you'll have made beautiful candles to enjoy at home, decorated with gorgeous crystals and botanicals.
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From now until 23 Aug 2025
Barista Initiation Class
Begin your coffee making journey at this hands-on barista initiation class in Southport. Learn the fundamentals and receive a certificate of attendance. Come and enjoy a special and memorable experience. ClassBento donates AUD1 from every booking to Dementia Australia.
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15 Sep 2024 (Monthly)
Craft Your Own – Cocktail Masterclass
Master the Art of Mixology! Embark on a mixology journey using their exclusive in-house recipes, locally sourced ingredients, and the distinctive Spirits and Liqueurs from Tamborine Mountain Distillery. Dive into the art of crafting three unique cocktails while unlocking the secrets behind mixology. Led by their in-house mixologist, you'll receive hands-on guidance. From ingredient selection to mastering mixing techniques, immerse yourself in the art of cocktail creation. This interactive session allows you to delve deep into mixology under expert supervision. After the class, unwind and savour your own cocktail alongside a delicious gourmet cheese platter. What's Included : Expert guidance from our experienced mixologist. Access to a curated range of premium Liqueurs and Spirits. Opportunity to craft three unique cocktails. A Gourmet cheese platter crafted from the produce. Exclusive 10 percent discount on same-day Liquor purchases. All necessary equipment provided.
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From now until 29 Sep 2024
Improv: Fun and Games
Think on your feet! Learn how to face your fears of being in front of an audience! Enhance your skills to think outside the box and learn how to be funnier! In this seven-week improvisation course by Blah Blah Blah Improv, you’ll have fun learning how to make up short comedy sketches on the spot. You’ll also get to play some of the hilarious theatresports games made famous by the hit improv show Whose Line Is It Anyway?. Over seven weeks, you’ll learn ways to: Embrace failure Be in the moment Be a better listener “Yes, and?” (work with other ideas) Run with your first instinct Create whole comedy scenes from a small suggestion Be a supportive team player Connect with others It doesn’t matter if you've previously performed, because we create a supportive and inclusive community in our classroom that feels safe and is loads of fun! Some people learn improv to become better at auditions or stand up comedy, while others learn improv to apply the techniques socially or at work. Whatever your reason for learning improv, you’ll learn techniques that will increase your awareness and skills that could enhance other areas of your life. There’s no preplanning or scripts—so get out of your head, be in the moment, and have some fun with them!
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From now until 02 Feb 2025
Paint Your Pet at The Point Studio - Gold Coast
Custom 'Paint Your Pet' Workshop at The Point Studio Join in at The Point Studio in Paradise Point for a unique "Paint Your Pet" workshop. Send a photo of your pet, and they will provide a pre-sketched canvas. Enjoy expert guidance, all materials included, and a fun BYOB atmosphere. Create a beautiful portrait of your furry friend!
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17 Sep 2024 - 12 Dec 2024
Aqua Sculpt Floating Pilates at JW Marriott Gold Coast
Experience a unique Pilates experience on the iconic Saltwater Lagoon Pool, awarded Australia’s Best Hotel Pool 2024. Exclusive to JW Marriott Gold Coast Resort & Spa, Aqua Sculpt brings an effective full body workout engaging multiple muscle groups simultaneously to enhance your balance, flexibility, and strength, all performed on the pool water surface on a floating exercise platform. From Tuesday 17 September until Thursday 12 December 2024, classes will run every Tuesday and Thursday from 7am to 7:45am* Complimentary self-parking on-site. Enjoy your morning a little longer with Citrique’s $38* locals buffet breakfast until 10:30am, daily *Additional $3.20 booking & transaction fee applies per booking. *Classes available for 18 years and over, and are designed for all fitness levels.
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Experience Gold Coast acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of the land on which we are situated, the Kombumerri families of the Yugambeh Language Region.
We pay our respects to their Elders past, present and emerging, and recognise their continuing connections to the lands, waters and their extended communities throughout Southeast Queensland.