13 Workshops & Classes in Melbourne, Shortlisted

1.Mosaic Art Classes Melbourne: Turkish Lamp Workshop

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 309 reviews · from $56Our pick

At Art Masterclass, 555 Flinders Lane, you’ll spend about 2.5 hours learning the basics of Turkish mosaic lamp-making and assembling a geometric glass lamp with an instructor’s help. Tea, coffee, snacks, and Turkish treats are included. No instructor names are provided, and you can attend alone or with others.

“It was so relaxing and rewarding seeing my beautiful creation at the end. It was special sharing this day with my daughter and we both walked out of the class with a beautiful table lamp each”

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2.Two Hour Surf Lesson in Torquay on the Great Ocean Road

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 115 reviews · from $47

Meet Torquay Surfing Academy at 34A Bell Street, then head to a beach near Torquay chosen by your instructor for the day. You’ll get a wetsuit and board, a safety briefing, and coaching in ocean basics, wave catching and standing up. Kev and Molly have led lessons here. No surf experience is needed; groups can include up to 16 people.

“Had a great time with surf lessons run by Kev and Molly. Good teacher to student ratio to ensure everyone was looked after.”

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3.Paint and Sip Classes Melbourne: Ceramic Plates & Bowls

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 90 reviews · from $49

At 555 Flinders Lane, spend about two and a half hours painting your own ceramic plate, bowl or small dish with guidance in English or Turkish. No painting experience is needed. Apple tea and Turkish delights are included, and you can bring wine and nibbles. The class is capped at 20 people.

“Very relaxing and fun experience! I had a great time in painting a small dish, and the finished product is very beautiful ☺️”

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4.2-Hour Private Surfing Lesson in Torquay

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 72 reviews · from $132

Meet your private coach at 34A Bell St in Torquay for two hours of surf instruction tailored to your ability, from first wave to advanced technique. Equipment is included, and your coach chooses the surf conditions for the session. Coaches named in lesson accounts include Rob, Kev, Tony, and Alexandro. Finish back at the meeting point, with a hot shower available after your surf.

“I bought 2 surf lessons for my 2 grandchildren 9&11. They had a wonderful day time learning and both wee able to stand by the end of the lesson”

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5.The Q Train – First Class Private Dining For 2

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 32 reviews · from $142

Board the heritage Q Train at Drysdale for an approximately three-hour dinner in a private car for two. Five courses feature local produce, with a drink pairing for each, followed by tea or barista-made coffee. The train travels the Bellarine Railway, with a meal stop beside Swan Bay. Transport to the station is not included.

“The service on the train was superb. We are not wine drinkers but had amazing mock tails made up for each course. Each course was extremely tasty and just the right amount. It was for my husband’s 80th birthday and the Happy BirthdaRead more”

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6.The Q Train – Q Class Social Dining

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 21 reviews · from $103

Spend about three hours aboard The Q Train, a moving restaurant on the historic Bellarine Railway. Departing usually from Drysdale, you’ll have five courses made with local produce as the train travels toward Queenscliff and back, with views of Swan Bay and the Bellarine. Drinks cost extra, and you’ll need to arrange your own transport to the station.

“I went for my anniversary dinner and the experience was amazing , we opted for vegetarian food and the food was delicious. The overall experience was awesome and i would like to book the private cabin for next time 🥂”

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7.St Kilda SUP Group Lesson

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 19 reviews · from $42Best value

At St Kilda, instructors including Carlos, Vincent, and Kyle teach you how to balance, paddle, and steer, then give you an hour to practise on the water. The 90-minute group lesson includes a board, paddle, leg rope, wetsuit, sunscreen, and a flotation device if required. Beginners are welcome, and penguins may make an appearance.

“Vincent and Kyle is a passionate and fun instructor, they show us how to operate the board, go forward, steer and standing up on the board (Although I fell into the water 8 times during the lessons, but that on my part). I coming late anRead more”

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8.Ceramic Plates & Bowls Paint and Sip Classes

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 18 reviews · 2h 30m · from $55

Spend two and a half hours painting ceramic plates and bowls with guidance from English-speaking instructors at Art Masterclass. All paints and brushes are supplied, along with a wine glass, Turkish tea, treats and homemade Turkish shortbread. Wine is not included, so bring your own bottle if you wish. The workshop is wheelchair accessible and near Melbourne’s CBD.

“Just a wonderful relaxing experience once again I walked to the venue. It’s right near downtown also known as CBD and just a nice pleasant evening.”

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9.Chinese Dumpling Cooking Class with a Drink

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 17 reviews · 2h 30m · from $105

At Otao Kitchen Cooking School on Victoria Street, an English-speaking chef guides you through making dumpling dough, shaping it, choosing a pork, beef, chicken, or tofu filling, and cooking your creations. Chef Phillip has been praised for breaking the basics into easy steps. The 150-minute class includes a drink, a meal, and recipes to take home.

“Great interactive cooking class, the chef gave great instruction which made everyone enjoy the evening”

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10.Mosaic Art Classes – Turkish Lamp Workshop

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 12 reviews · 2h 30m · from $63

Spend 150 minutes learning mosaic and glass techniques with an English-speaking instructor at Art Masterclass in Melbourne. Choose colors, arrange glass and beads into a pattern, and make a lamp to take home. Materials, Turkish tea and Turkish delights are included. The class is wheelchair accessible, and children under 8 cannot attend.

“hat mir super gefallen. man könnte wählen aus verschiedenen objekten da meine Wahl nicht vorrätig war konnte ich upgraden. super Anweisung erhalten und hat wirklich Spass gemacht”

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11.Group Lesson for Stand-Up Paddleboarding

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 8 reviews · 1h 30m · from $42

Meet your instructor at St Kilda Beach for a 90-minute stand-up paddleboarding lesson. You’ll learn basic technique in a friendly group, with a board, paddle and leg rope provided. Wetsuits and lifejackets are available if required. No experience is needed, but you must be at least 12 and able to swim.

“Good customer service and well trained instructor. I had a good time, very relaxing activity and it worth..”

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12.2 Hour Adults Only, Learn to Surf Lesson in Torquay/Anglesea

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 6 reviews · from $57

Dawn Surf Co.’s two-hour lesson introduces adults aged 18 and up to ocean safety, wave reading, board control, and the pop-up. Groups are capped at five, with a wetsuit, surfboard, and lesson photos included. The beach is chosen for the day’s conditions. The meeting point is Point Addis Beach Lookout.

“Henry was fantastic. I've done a handful of surf lessons in my time, but never really got the hang of it. Henry was incredible patient and super helpful with getting me up on the board! Can't wait to come back next time.”

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13.Resin Art Classes Melbourne: Cheeseboards & Coasters

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 4 reviews · from $92

At Art Masterclass, you’ll spend about an hour making a resin artwork with guidance from an instructor. Materials, pigments and embellishments are provided, along with Turkish tea and Turkish delights. The 6 pm class meets at 555 Flinders Lane and is limited to 10 people. Your piece needs 24 hours to dry before collection.

“The class was great, instructor was very good in explaining each step and working with us. Thanks for making it a great evening.”

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