Lifestyle Taster Courses

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1 Session of 2 Hours
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Lifestyle Taster Courses overview

Not quite ready to dive into a full workshop?  No worries!  Come sample the fun with our FREE lifestyle taster courses.  Just be sure to book your spot!

Nature Journaling

Experience a relaxed introduction to Nature Journaling in this free 2-hour taster session, where you’ll try simple observation and sketching techniques. Please note that this session is a brief introduction and not the same as the full Nature Journaling course.

What to Bring:

Bring along any supplies you may have at home such as;

  • Graphite pencil
  • Coloured pencils
  • Watercolour and Brushes
  • Ruler
  • Eraser
  • Black Biro (ball-point pen)
  • Sketchbook or some loose paper

Sewing

Try your hand at sewing in this free 2-hour taster session, where you’ll learn basic skills and get comfortable using simple tools and techniques. Please note this is a short introductory experience and not the same as the full sewing course.

Introduction to Mixed Media

Experience a playful introduction to mixed-media creativity in this free 2-hour taster session, where you’ll sample simple techniques using collage, paint, ink, pastels, and found materials. Please note this session offers a brief glimpse of the full creative course and focuses on exploration rather than producing finished artwork.

What to Bring:

  • Visual journal or sketchbook
  • Charcoal
  • Lead pencil
  • A selection of small to medium-sized brushes
  • Screw-cap glass jar for water

Interior Design Essentials

Experience a hands-on introduction to interior design in this free 2-hour taster session, where you’ll explore core concepts such as spatial planning, material selection, and coastal-inspired styling. Please note this session provides only a brief glimpse of the full 8-module Interior Design course and focuses on foundational exploration rather than client-ready deliverables.

What to Bring:

  • Phone, Laptop and Note Book to take notes.

French Beginners Stage 1

Try a fun introduction to the French language in this free 2-hour taster session, where you’ll learn basic vocabulary, simple grammar, and beginner conversation skills. Please note this session is a brief overview and not the same as the full beginner French course, which builds skills step by step with ongoing practice and homework.

What to Bring:

  • Note Book & Pen to take notes.

Spanish Travellers Stage 1

Enjoy a lively introduction to Spanish in this free 2-hour taster session, where you’ll explore basic vocabulary, simple conversation, pronunciation, and cultural highlights through practical exercises, songs, and music. Please note this session is a brief overview and not the same as the full beginner Spanish course, which builds conversational skills, grammar, and cultural knowledge step by step.

What to Bring:

  • Note Book & Pen to take notes.

The courses on offer are 1 session of 2 hours.

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Below are our available intakes to the  Lifestyle Taster Courses. Select the intake you wish to enrol into and complete the Online Enrolment Form

Available Intakes

Name Date Time Location Spaces Cost
Interior Design Essentials Taster Course - Mon 10AM - 12PM Trainer: Sally Darkes 19 January 2026 10:00 am - 12:00 pm NBMC Brookvale Campus 1 $0.00
Introduction to Mixed Media Taster Course - Mon 10AM - 12PM Trainer: Bec Schopen 19 January 2026 10:00 am - 12:00 pm NBMC Brookvale Campus 2 $0.00
Nature Journaling Introduction Taster Course - Mon 10AM - 12PM Trainer: Wendy Orchard 19 January 2026 10:00 am - 12:00 pm NBMC Brookvale Campus 2 $0.00
French Beginners Stage 1 Taster Course - Tue 6PM - 8PM Trainer: Olivia De Bergerac 20 January 2026 06:00 pm - 08:00 pm NBMC Brookvale Campus 4 $0.00

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