Courses

U3A offers classes in a wide variety of subjects. Courses vary in duration and can start at any time through the year. The list below gives an overview of U3A Canberra's full list of informal courses developed and presented by your peers.

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Arts and Film

Course	Description	Dates	Frequency
Acrylics at Flynn (Part 2) Waiting List Only	Building on the foundation laid in Part 1, this art class is designed for beginners and intermediate artists who want to improve their skills in using acrylics for creating visual art.... »	Wednesday Feb 4 to Dec 16, 2026	Weekly (10:00 am - 12:30 pm)
Art at Cook Limited Vacancies	Open to artists who enjoy working as a group. With various mediums and genres. Helping each other on the creation of their artwork. Under the guidance of Peter Tilney, who has an appreciation... »	Monday Feb 2 to Dec 14, 2026	Weekly (10:00 am - 12:30 pm)
Art at Flynn Vacancies	This is a self directed group with no tutor. We work across a range of media and learn from each other »	Thursday Feb 5 to Dec 17, 2026	Weekly (1:00 pm - 4:00 pm)
Art Workshop 1 Waiting List Only	Participants in this workshop decide their direction with assistance from tutor, Alyson Robinson. »	Tuesday Feb 3 to Dec 8, 2026	Weekly (10:00 am - 12:00 noon)
Art Workshop 2 Vacancies	Participants in this workshop decide their direction with assistance from tutor Jill Mail »	Tuesday Feb 3 to Dec 8, 2026	Weekly (10:00 am - 12:00 noon)
Art Workshop 3 Vacancies	This is a self directed group with no tutor »	Tuesday Feb 3 to Dec 8, 2026	Weekly (1:00 pm - 3:00 pm)
Art Workshop 4 Waiting List Only	This is a self directed workshop in participants chosen medium, with assistance from tutor, Alyson Robinson. »	Tuesday Feb 3 to Dec 8, 2026	Weekly (1:00 pm - 3:00 pm)
Chat ABC: a program discussion group Waiting List Only	Unlike Chat GPT, Chat ABC is about real intelligence! Similar to a book club, the group discusses selected ABC TV and radio programs, and sometimes online articles. Each month we consider... »	Tuesday Aug 4 to Dec 1, 2026	1st Tuesday of the month (10:00 am - 12:00 noon)
Classics of the Cinema Waiting List Only	To introduce, view and discuss a wide variety of films, focussing on classics from 1920s to 1970 »	Thursday Feb 19 to Nov 26, 2026	Weekly (1:30 pm - 5:00 pm)
Drawing for Pleasure Waiting List Only	This course is for beginners who enjoy drawing and wish to improve their drawing skills at their own pace. The course structure is informal and flexible. There is no 'teacher' for... »	Thursday Feb 5 to Dec 10, 2026	Weekly (1:00 pm - 3:00 pm)
Exploring Great Ideas Through Art Full	Art, particularly paintings, often explores complex and important ideas, such as the nature of morality, the concept of humanity, the processes of science and the depiction of the divine.... »	Thursday Oct 15 to Dec 10, 2026	Weekly (10:00 am - 12:00 noon)
Famous Australian Post Colonial Men Artists Vacancies	The course will be a discussion group on Famous Australian Men Artists.The format will be the same as for the Famous Australian Women Artists course held previously. At each session... »	Wednesday May 6 to Dec 16, 2026	Fortnightly (2:00 pm - 4:00 pm)
Introduction to Acrylics Waiting List Only	This group is the first of a staged course designed for new and aspiring artists interested in exploring painting with artist-grade acrylics to create unique art pieces. It is developed... »	Thursday Feb 5 to Dec 17, 2026	Weekly (09:45 am - 12:30 pm)
Make a Mark 4 Vacancies	A group of relatively experienced artists (no tutor) with a focus on projects that provide paintings to charities for fundraising, eg RSPCA, Pegasus, Defence Community Dogs. The Group... »	Friday Feb 6 to Dec 11, 2026	Weekly (1:00 pm - 3:30 pm)
Make a Mark MAM 1 2017 Limited Vacancies	A continuing Art group that enjoys exploring different techniques and subjects for expression in their visual Artwork. The group has since its inception undertaken numerous art projects,... »	Monday Feb 2 to Dec 14, 2026	Weekly (10:00 am - 12:00 noon)
Monday Films Vacancies	View a film to be followed by refreshments and discussion at a nearby café. Check your email on the Thursday prior for information. Pay at the cinema or book online prior to the session.... »	Monday Feb 16 to Nov 16, 2026	Monthly (10:00 am - 2:30 pm)
Photography Group Waiting List Only	The Group's focus will be on the enjoyment of photography as a hobby and learning the art and craft of making interesting images. This will be achieved through a range of activities... »	Tuesday Feb 3 to Dec 1, 2026	1st and 3rd Tuesdays in the month (10:00 am - 12:30 pm)
Sharing Films in 2026 Vacancies	At the end of each term members produce a program of films for the following term. Individuals or small groups present and lead discussions of film/s they wish to explore. There is... »	Wednesday Feb 4 to Dec 16, 2026	Weekly (1:00 pm - 4:00 pm)
Study group: Writers and Publishers Waiting List Only	We are a small group of a maximum of 5 U3A members who are engaged in completing long projects including writing a novella, creating a film, putting together a book on the money economy... »	Friday Feb 6 to Dec 18, 2026	1st and 3rd Fridays in the month (2:00 pm - 4:00 pm)
Yass U3A Art Group Limited Vacancies	A group of like-minded artists at all levels, enjoying each other's company, and assisting each other's progress. Participants work at their own levels in the mediums of their... »	Thursday Feb 5 to Dec 10, 2026	Weekly (12:15 pm - 3:00 pm)

Computers and Digital Technology

Course	Description	Dates	Frequency
Become A Course Leader with U3A : The Nut and Bolts of Managing a Course or Interest Group Vacancies	A two-hour information session that gives you an overview of how a course leader manages a course, and how easy it is! This session is suitable for anyone who might be interested in... »	Tuesday Sep 29 to Sep 29, 2026	One-day (11:00 am - 1:00 pm)

Current Affairs

Course	Description	Dates	Frequency
Contemporary Issues Book Group Waiting List Only	Members meet monthly to discuss a significant non-fiction book, journal edition or essay on a topical issue. Members collectively choose the books and topics, which range over social,... »	Tuesday Feb 3 to Dec 1, 2026	Monthly (1:45 pm - 4:00 pm)
Conversations with Canberrans (and the odd outsider) (VIRTUAL COURSE) Vacancies	On a mostly fortnightly basis this "zoom" based course offers an intimate conversation with a prominent Canberran, and on occasion "outsider", to discover what makes them tick... »	Friday Feb 20 to Nov 20, 2026	Fortnightly (10:00 am - 11:00 am)
Course 1: Understanding your Superannuation (Also Virtual) Vacancies	Superannuation is your second biggest lifetime investment, after your home. Like looking after your home, you need to look after your super. These ten sequential sessions explain the... »	Tuesday Aug 4 to Oct 13, 2026	Weekly (10:00 am - 12:00 noon)
Course 2: Managing Your Retirement Investments (Also Virtual) Limited Vacancies	Description This course follows on from Course 1: Understanding your Superannuation. It is focused on a deeper understanding of how each of your retirement investments (shares, property,... »	Tuesday Aug 4 to Oct 13, 2026	Weekly (2:00 pm - 4:00 pm)
Current Affairs - Book Discussions Waiting List Only	The group meets on the second Tuesday of each month to discuss a non-fiction book or essay on a topical issue. Members propose a variety of reading material for the coming year, the... »	Monday Jan 12 to Dec 15, 2026	Monthly (2:00 pm - 4:00 pm)
Current Affairs - Goodwin Village Farrer Vacancies	Current Affairs group with a membership of 35-66. Most weeks there is a guest speaker with Q&A. Guest speakers have included: ANU academics, politicians, political commentators, civic... »	Wednesday Feb 4 to Dec 9, 2026	Weekly (10:00 am - 12:00 noon)
Current Affairs, Hughes Full	We are a group of mature people who are interested in what is happening in the world around us. The convenors, Gary Davis and Hamish Horne, chair our open discussions and all members... »	Wednesday Feb 4 to Dec 2, 2026	Weekly (10:00 am - 12:00 noon)
Current Affairs U3A Northside Waiting List Only	Guest speakers are invited to present on a topic of their choice and relevant to their expertise and interest to the group (currently 120 members). »	Wednesday Feb 4 to Dec 9, 2026	Weekly (10:00 am - 12:00 noon)
Current Affairs Woden/Weston Creek Waiting List Only	A participative discussion group covering current, political and social issues at local, national and international levels. Guest speakers occasionally address the group, as well as... »	Tuesday Feb 3 to Dec 1, 2026	Weekly (10:00 am - 12:00 noon)
Current Issues, Ideas and Opinions (VIRTUAL COURSE) Vacancies	Virtual by Zoom. Each week a group member chairs our informal discussion on 3-4 articles available online. Discussion topics cover a wide range in politics, government, finance, world... »	Thursday Jan 29 to Dec 10, 2026	Weekly (2:00 pm - 4:15 pm)
Discussing "Dissent" Vacancies	"Discussing Dissent" was set up 30 years ago to discuss articles from a now defunct magazine called Dissent. Today it is a forum to raise and debate issues that interest its members.... »	Tuesday Feb 10 to Dec 15, 2026	Weekly (09:30 am - 12:00 noon)
Elections (Monday Group) Vacancies	In this course we will examine the history and development of elections as a form of political decision making. We will also consider referendums and plebiscites. We will unpack different... »	Monday Oct 5 to Nov 23, 2026	Weekly (2:00 pm - 4:15 pm)
Elections (Tuesday Group) Vacancies	In this course we will examine the history and development of elections as a form of political decision making. We will also consider referendums and plebiscites. We will unpack different... »	Tuesday Oct 6 to Nov 24, 2026	Weekly (2:00 pm - 4:15 pm)
Reading Australian First Nations' Writers Book Group Northside Vacancies	Do you want to understand more about the past and present experiences of Australian First Nations' Peoples? Join this group to read and discuss Indigenous (auto)biographies, novels,... »	Friday Feb 27 to Nov 27, 2026	4th Friday of the month (10:00 am - 12:00 noon)
Reading Australian First Nations' Writers Book Group Southside Vacancies	Do you want to understand more about the past and present experiences of Australian First Nations' Peoples? Join this book group to read and discuss Indigenous (auto)biographies, novels,... »	Monday Mar 2 to Dec 7, 2026	Monthly (10:00 am - 12:00 noon)
Taboo Topics Vacancies	Taboo Topics is a discussion forum held on a weekly basis. The program is participant driven, drawing on current issues in Australia and the world. In the current context the group... »	Thursday Jan 29 to Dec 10, 2026	Weekly (1:00 pm - 3:00 pm)
The World of Issues, Ideas and Opinion Group 1 Limited Vacancies	Ongoing weekly discussion group based on articles published in print and online. Topics cover issues in politics, government, the environment, the arts and communication. Members... »	Thursday Jan 22 to Dec 10, 2026	Weekly (09:45 am - 11:45 am)
Tuggeranong Current Affairs Waiting List Only	This course will examine both international and domestic trends and themes driving our world. Various books, articles and audiovisual pieces will be recommended by the convener and... »	Thursday Sep 24 to Nov 12, 2026	Weekly (1:00 pm - 3:00 pm)
US Presidential & Mid-Term Election processes Waiting List Only	For those with little or no knowledge of the US electoral system and processes. Will include discussion about comparisons with the Australian electoral system. »	Wednesday Sep 2 to Sep 23, 2026	Weekly (09:45 am - 11:45 am)

English Language and Literature

Course	Description	Dates	Frequency
Ainslie Book Club 1 Full	We read one title per month and have a group discussion. Ten books in total. »	Thursday Jul 16 to Nov 19, 2026	Monthly (2:30 pm - 4:30 pm)
Ainslie Book Group Waiting List Only	Monthly book group, meeting the 2nd Wednesday of each month. The group reads, presents and discusses one book a month. »	Wednesday Feb 11 to Dec 9, 2026	Monthly (10:00 am - 11:30 am)
Book Bingo Full	Book Bingo is a book group with a difference. Our members choose a topic for each month when we meet. Members read a book of their choice on the monthly topic and share their reading... »	Wednesday Feb 11 to Nov 11, 2026	2nd Wednesday of the month (2:00 pm - 4:00 pm)
Bookies Book Club Full	A course for those who enjoy reading books and sharing their understanding and thoughts with like-minded people. Each month a book is chosen by a member of the group for discussion. »	Thursday Aug 27 to Nov 26, 2026	Monthly (2:00 pm - 4:00 pm)
Books@Cook Waiting List Only	The group meets monthly to discuss critically acclaimed, contemporary fiction, such as, outstanding 21st Century literature. All participants will propose books to read, especially... »	Wednesday Jan 28 to Nov 25, 2026	4th Wednesday of the month (1:00 pm - 3:00 pm)
Booktalk Waiting List Only	If you enjoy reading and discussing books this course may well appeal. Course participants progressively compile a reading list for the year and, each month, from February to December... »	Tuesday Feb 10 to Dec 8, 2026	Monthly (2:00 pm - 4:00 pm)
Crime Fiction - Discussion Group Limited Vacancies	Crime fiction is explored by having sessions on topics, authors and/or sub-genres with a reading guide. Discussions each month are led by a member and participants talk about the book... »	Tuesday Feb 24 to Dec 22, 2026	4th Tuesday of the month (10:00 am - 12:00 noon)
Discovery Readers Group Limited Vacancies	Are you a book enthusiast who enjoys reading and engaging in book discussions but are hesitant to join traditional book clubs due to their mandatory reading lists? With Discovery Readers... »	Tuesday Feb 3 to Dec 15, 2026	1st and 3rd Tuesdays in the month (2:00 pm - 4:00 pm)
How to create and present a course on anything Limited Vacancies	If you have ever thought, 'Why doesn't someone teach [insert topic]?', maybe you should. These two weekend workshops will dispel any fears you may have about how to do it. They will... »	Saturday Sep 19 to Sep 26, 2026	Weekly (10:00 am - 1:00 pm)
Just Writing Waiting List Only	Do you love to write - Poetry, Prose, Fiction, Non Fiction? Our group is friendly and supportive. Whilst formal instruction on creative writing is not given, we are happy to provide... »	Monday Feb 16 to Nov 16, 2026	3rd Monday of the month (2:00 pm - 4:00 pm)
Last Thursday Book Club (VIRTUAL COURSE) Limited Vacancies	Participate in a book club from the convenience of your home. We meet online on the last Thursday morning of the month to discuss the Libraries ACT 'Book of the Month'. Copies of... »	Thursday Jan 29 to Nov 26, 2026	Monthly (10:00 am - 12:00 noon)
Northside Book Group No 1 Waiting List Only	Members participate in the choice of books to read each month from a list provided by the ACT Library's "Read Around Canberra" program. We choose ten books; the Library provides six... »	Monday Feb 16 to Nov 16, 2026	3rd Monday of the month (10:00 am - 12:00 noon)
Northside Book Group No 2 Full	For each month, one member selects a book for discussion and leads discussion for their selected book. Other members, having read the book, contribute to the discussion. The only prerequisite... »	Thursday Jan 8 to Dec 10, 2026	Monthly (1:30 pm - 2:45 pm)
Play Reading for Pleasure (Mawson) Limited Vacancies	An informal group that meets weekly to read and discuss a wide selection of plays, radio and TV scripts together with occasional visits to on screen plays in cinemas as well as live... »	Monday Feb 9 to Dec 14, 2026	Weekly (10:00 am - 12:00 noon)
Play Reading (Woden) Limited Vacancies	A friendly group who enjoy reading plays of all genres. Plays are selected by group members who then present their chosen plays. Scripts are sourced from The Victorian Drama League... »	Thursday Jan 29 to Dec 10, 2026	Weekly (10:00 am - 12:00 noon)
Poetry Appreciation (VIRTUAL COURSE) Vacancies	For all who enjoy reading and discussing poetry. The group has operated over many years and runs mostly like a book group with individual members offering selections from poets or poetic... »	Wednesday Jan 21 to Nov 18, 2026	Monthly (2:00 pm - 4:00 pm)
Reading Shakespeare Limited Vacancies	This is a self directing group with individual members presenting and leading the discussion on a play. We endeavour to read all the plays and to include the poems and sonnets as we... »	Tuesday Jan 27 to Dec 11, 2026	Weekly (10:00 am - 12:00 noon)
Reading Shakespeare for Pleasure Waiting List Only	A self-directing group for reading and discussion, with some films being shown. An ongoing group. »	Friday Feb 6 to Dec 11, 2026	Weekly (10:00 am - 12:00 noon)
Science Fiction / Fantasy Book Group Waiting List Only	We are a friendly group who love reading science fiction / fantasy / speculative fiction and enjoy sharing our favourite authors/genres and discovering new ones. We welcome new members... »	Tuesday Feb 10 to Dec 8, 2026	2nd Tuesday of the month (10:00 am - 12:00 noon)
"The Play's the Thing!" Vacancies	Study, reading and discussion of plays from Sophocles to Andrew Bovell. Full participation of group members and leadership opportunities for all. Viewing and discussion of films/DVDs... »	Wednesday Feb 4 to Dec 9, 2026	Weekly (10:00 am - 12:00 noon)
The Write Stuff - Short Stories - writing and sharing stories Waiting List Only	A gathering of writers who enjoy writing and sharing short stories, circulating those stories via email on a selected topic. A range of story themes is provided each month to the... »	Friday Feb 27 to Nov 27, 2026	4th Friday of the month (1:30 pm - 3:30 pm)
Thursday Book Club Waiting List Only	Monthly reading group to discuss contemporary fiction. Each group member selects a book from the ACT Library Book Scheme. »	Thursday Jan 15 to Nov 19, 2026	Monthly (10:15 am - 12:15 pm)
Tuesday Book Group Waiting List Only	We aim to read two books a month. These are suggested by members, and each takes a turn to present a book to the group. The emphasis is on new books that will provoke discussion. All... »	Tuesday Feb 10 to Dec 8, 2026	Monthly (2:00 pm - 4:00 pm)
Turner Books Waiting List Only	Turner Books meets on the first Tuesday of each month to discuss a book we have all read in the previous month. Books are sourced from the ACT library book club collection. All participants... »	Tuesday Feb 3 to Dec 1, 2026	Monthly (2:00 pm - 4:00 pm)
Weston Creek Book Club Waiting List Only	The group jointly decides on approx 30 books to be reviewed and discussed in each year. We include fiction, non-fiction and usually have a poetry day. With a weighting towards contemporary... »	Monday Feb 9 to Nov 9, 2026	Weekly (2:00 pm - 4:00 pm)
What's So Good About Shakespeare? Limited Vacancies	This is a continuing course exploring the plays of Shakespeare. Since beginning in 2018 we have covered 20 plays so we're almost half way! We read and discuss – a lot. There is... »	Tuesday Feb 3 to Dec 15, 2026	Weekly (10:30 am - 12:30 pm)
Worthy Words Vacancies	A group for people who enjoy reading and discussing books. Participants choose books from the ACT Library Book Club Service. One book is presented and discussed a month. »	Wednesday Apr 8 to Dec 9, 2026	Monthly (11:30 am - 1:00 pm)
Write Word Memoirs Waiting List Only	We are a group of writers who focus on memoir writing. We meet on the second and fourth Tuesday of each month to share our writing. The aim of the group is to offer both established... »	Tuesday Feb 10 to Nov 24, 2026	Fortnightly (1:30 pm - 3:30 pm)

History

Course	Description	Dates	Frequency
Aspects of Military History Vacancies	This ongoing course, which is run as an adjunct to the activities of the Military Historical Society of Australia, addresses different topics each week across a wide and varied range... »	Thursday Feb 5 to Dec 10, 2026	Weekly (2:30 pm - 4:30 pm)
Astrological first Principles Vacancies	This course is a continuation of the 5 week course offered in August. We will continue focusing on traditional techniques, working with first principles and applying these to both individual... »	Monday Sep 7 to Oct 12, 2026	Weekly (1:00 pm - 3:00 pm)
Australian History 'A' Group Vacancies	History of Australia from Prehistory to European settlement to recent times. Topics covered include Art, Architecture, Antiques, Literature, First Nations Prehistory and History, Local... »	Tuesday Apr 21 to Nov 24, 2026	Weekly (10:00 am - 12:00 noon)
Australian History - Dickson Group Vacancies	Learn more about the people, places and events which make up Australian History. Class members and visiting speakers present sessions, often with the use of PowerPoint, in a friendly... »	Tuesday Feb 3 to Dec 1, 2026	Weekly (10:00 am - 12:00 noon)
Australian History Group -Yass Vacancies	The course is designed for people who are interested in local and other aspects of Australian History particularly involving people, places and events of historical significance. Members... »	Thursday Mar 5 to Dec 3, 2026	Weekly (10:00 am - 12:00 noon)
Australian Sporting History Vacancies	Wide ranging talks and discussions about the history of sport in and connected to Australia, including particular sports, sports events and sports people. Talks are given by external... »	Wednesday Mar 11 to Nov 25, 2026	Weekly (2:00 pm - 4:00 pm)
Behind the Museum Display On Hold	What goes on behind a museum display? This course looks behind the scenes at a museum - how and why objects come into the museum, how they are looked after and how curators use them... »	Tuesday Aug 18 to Sep 29, 2026	Weekly (2:00 pm - 4:00 pm)
Canada Past and Present (Monday Group) Limited Vacancies	Changing world order has recently thrust Canada into greater international attention. While Canada's history is not well known beyond its borders, it has some dramatic phases, and... »	Monday Jul 13 to Sep 14, 2026	Weekly (2:00 pm - 4:15 pm)
Canada Past and Present (Tuesday Group) Waiting List Only	Changing world order has recently thrust Canada into greater international attention. While Canada's history is not well known beyond its borders, it has some dramatic phases, and some... »	Tuesday Jul 14 to Sep 15, 2026	Weekly (2:00 pm - 4:15 pm)
Curious Minds Vacancies	Are you curious? If you are, you will find this course fascinating. We meet once a week in school terms to hear talks on an eclectic and diverse range of subjects. The talks are given... »	Friday Sep 18 to Nov 6, 2026	Weekly (10:00 am - 12:00 noon)
History of Ancient Mesopotamia 4000-539 BCE Vacancies	This course will cover 3,500 years of Mesopotamian history from the creation of the world's first true cities in ancient Sumer to the downfall of the Neo-Babylonian Empire in 539 BCE.... »	Wednesday Oct 14 to Nov 25, 2026	Weekly (2:00 pm - 4:00 pm)
Japan and Korea - Culture Through Literature and Film (VIRTUAL COURSE) Vacancies	For people who have an interest in Japan and Korea and want to find out more about these countries, their history and culture. Starting with Japan, the aim is to increase our shared... »	Wednesday Feb 4 to Dec 16, 2026	1st and 3rd Wednesdays in the month (2:00 pm - 4:00 pm)
Let's talk history : Seminar Series 5 Vacancies	This fifth seminar series will discuss the legacy of the Nobel peace prize, capitalism and Sustainability? Case studies in political instability, Magna Carta, the media's approach... »	Thursday Oct 8 to Dec 10, 2026	Weekly (10:00 am - 12:00 noon)
Traveller's Tales - A Journey Through Great Britain Vacancies	We will visit various locations [large and small] through Great Britain, consider their history and how they fitted into the wider national structures of the day, as well as enjoy any... »	Wednesday Sep 16 to Oct 7, 2026	Weekly (10:00 am - 12:00 noon)
Traveller's Tales - Caucasus, Armenia, Georgia & Azerbijan Vacancies	We will traverse the length and breadth of three ancient lands that sit within the southern shadow of the Caucasus Mountains – Azerbaijan, Georgia and Armenia. We will consider the... »	Wednesday Aug 19 to Sep 9, 2026	Weekly (10:00 am - 12:00 noon)
Traveller's Tales - 'If We Have Time' Vacancies	During the course of our travels, our sessions often include sections nominated as "IF WE HAVE TIME". Our intention is to bring those for which we didn't have time to present... »	Wednesday Oct 14 to Nov 4, 2026	Weekly (10:00 am - 12:00 noon)

Languages

Course	Description	Dates	Frequency
Advanced French Full	This course involves practice of French through listening, reading, grammar exercises for revision, and conversation. We listen to articles from the weekly podcasts of News in Slow... »	Friday Feb 13 to Dec 18, 2026	Weekly (10:00 am - 12:00 noon)
Advanced French Conversation Belconnen (formerly Intermediate French Conversation Belconnen) Limited Vacancies	A group for those who can converse comfortably in French on topics of personal interest, and on current affairs. The audio and text of the bulletin to be discussed are circulated in... »	Monday Jan 19 to Dec 21, 2026	Weekly (09:45 am - 11:45 am)
Advanced Latin Reading (VIRTUAL COURSE) Vacancies	Participants need to have a very good knowledge of Latin grammar and syntax and a few years' experience in reading original Latin text. »	Monday Feb 2 to Dec 7, 2026	Weekly (10:00 am - 12:00 noon)
Arabic Continuing Vacancies	The course is designed for those students who have studied Arabic previously. It will cover reading, writing and conversation in Modern Standard Arabic. The class will use several resources... »	Monday Feb 2 to Dec 7, 2026	Weekly (10:00 am - 12:00 noon)
Arabic Conversation for Beginners Vacancies	This course teaches Modern Standard Arabic. No prior knowledge of the language is required. Lessons follow a simple conversational format using Western/Latin script. The Arabic writing... »	Monday Feb 2 to Dec 7, 2026	Weekly (12:30 pm - 2:30 pm)
Continuing Italian - Conversation Full	This course focuses on conversation, reading and writing skills and assumes participants have a good knowledge of vocabulary and grammar. Participants are encouraged to contribute to... »	Wednesday Feb 4 to Nov 25, 2026	Weekly (10:00 am - 12:00 noon)
French Continuing. Limited Vacancies	We are a self-directed group focussing on conversation, study of a novel selected by members, grammar revision and dictation. »	Tuesday Feb 3 to Nov 24, 2026	Weekly (10:00 am - 12:00 noon)
French Conversation Waiting List Only	Practise speaking French in a small conversation group. For intermediate to advanced French speakers. »	Monday Feb 9 to Dec 7, 2026	Weekly (10:00 am - 12:00 noon)
French Conversation Vacancies	Informal and friendly conversation group for members who have enough knowledge of the French language to understand others and to be prepared to speak themselves. »	Monday Feb 2 to Nov 30, 2026	Weekly (2:00 pm - 4:00 pm)
French Conversation Group Vacancies	French conversation for those who are confident, if rusty, in French conversation. This is not a course of instruction. It is for those who wish to maintain their level of French conversation... »	Wednesday Feb 4 to Dec 16, 2026	Weekly (10:00 am - 11:00 am)
French for beginners Waiting List Only	This course has been developed for people with no or almost no knowledge of French. Lessons will be based on a handbook. Each lesson will include speaking practice, listening excercises... »	Monday Feb 9 to Dec 7, 2026	Weekly (10:00 am - 12:00 noon)
French (Intermediate) Vacancies	This course targets intermediate level French learners. Participants are expected to be able to understand and participate in simple communications, and to have learned the basics of... »	Monday Feb 2 to Dec 7, 2026	Weekly (2:00 pm - 4:00 pm)
French : Intermediate to Advanced Vacancies	A continuing course for those who have a good knowledge of French and wish to develop confidence in language and conversation skills while extending their knowledge of French life and... »	Tuesday Feb 10 to Dec 1, 2026	Weekly (2:00 pm - 4:00 pm)
French Through Song Vacancies	These French classes aim to explore the French language through French songs. They aim to offer an opportunity to expand cultural and linguistic knowledge of French. The program aims... »	Thursday Feb 5 to Dec 17, 2026	1st and 3rd Thursdays in the month (1:00 pm - 3:00 pm)
Improve skills in German speaking, listening and comprehension Limited Vacancies	Level: basic-intermediate German grammar and vocabulary. Supported by a professional language teacher and fluent German speaker. The group talks predominantly in German to discuss... »	Wednesday Feb 4 to Dec 16, 2026	Weekly (10:15 am - 11:45 am)
Indonesian 2 - Intermediate Limited Vacancies	This course provides for continuing study of the language and cultures of Indonesia beyond elementary level. Participants are required to have a reasonable knowledge of Bahasa Indonesia.... »	Friday Feb 6 to Dec 4, 2026	Weekly (10:00 am - 12:00 noon)
Indonesian 3 - Advanced Vacancies	This course is aimed at those who are reasonably fluent in Bahasa Indonesia, and who wish to practise listening, speaking and reading skills as well as furthering their knowledge in... »	Friday Feb 6 to Dec 4, 2026	Weekly (10:00 am - 12:00 noon)
Indonesian language, basic level Limited Vacancies	Basic Indonesian reading and conversation previous experience is not essential 1 day (2 hours per week) »	Friday Feb 6 to Dec 11, 2026	Weekly (10:00 am - 12:00 noon)
Intermediate French Vacancies	A continuing course for people seeking to retrieve the French they have previously learned from wherever it lurks in their brains. We practise reading, listening, speaking, and do... »	Tuesday Feb 10 to Dec 8, 2026	Weekly (10:00 am - 12:00 noon)
Intermediate Spanish 6 (B2 Independent user) Limited Vacancies	This course is for students who have been studying Spanish for at least 5 years. Following the International levels of foreign languages, it is B2 described as "Independent user".... »	Thursday Feb 5 to Dec 10, 2026	Weekly (10:00 am - 12:00 noon)
Italian A2 (Advanced Beginners) Waiting List Only	This is a self-taught group with a convenor but no class tutor. Members of the group take turns in planning for and hosting weekly meetings to further develop member's skills in reading,... »	Thursday Feb 5 to Dec 10, 2026	Weekly (10:00 am - 12:00 noon)
Italian - Advanced Conversation on Friday Limited Vacancies	Our focus is on improving oral communication skills. Every week each participant introduces a topic of interest to them using only notes. They are conversation starters for the whole... »	Friday Feb 6 to Nov 27, 2026	Weekly (1:30 pm - 3:30 pm)
Italian - Advanced Conversation on Monday Limited Vacancies	Our focus is on improving oral communication skills. Every week each participant introduces a topic of interest to them using only notes. They are conversation starters for the whole... »	Monday Feb 2 to Nov 30, 2026	Weekly (10:30 am - 12:30 pm)
Italian Continuing Intermediate Waiting List Only	Intermediate knowledge of Italian, intermediate knowledge of grammar, and an interest in improving both spoken and written Italian is all that is required. The course has a convenor... »	Thursday Feb 5 to Nov 26, 2026	Weekly (2:00 pm - 4:00 pm)
ITALIAN – Language and Culture (Beginners/A1) Limited Vacancies	This course is suitable for both complete beginners and those who have some preparation but are not yet confident with putting what they know into practice. Participants are expected... »	Thursday Feb 5 to Dec 3, 2026	Weekly (2:45 pm - 4:15 pm)
ITALIAN – Language and Culture (Beginners/A1) Term 2 Limited Vacancies	As this is term 2 of the course it is more suitable for those who have some preparation but are not yet confident with putting what they know into practice. Participants are expected... »	Thursday Apr 16 to Dec 3, 2026	Weekly (1:00 pm - 2:30 pm)
Japanese III (Advanced) (VIRTUAL COURSE) Vacancies	Japanese conversation, writing, reading and culture. »	Friday Feb 6 to Dec 4, 2026	Weekly (11:00 am - 12:30 pm)
Latin Grammar Stage 2 Vacancies	This is the second year (Stage 2) of a projected two-year Latin course. There is considerable emphasis on the contribution of Latin to English/European concepts and vocabulary. »	Wednesday Feb 4 to Dec 9, 2026	Weekly (10:00 am - 12:00 noon)
Latin Reading B (VIRTUAL COURSE) Vacancies	This Course is designed to strengthen fluency in reading Latin. This will involve expansion of vocabulary and close analysis of grammatical constructions encountered in the readings.... »	Monday Feb 9 to Dec 7, 2026	Weekly (10:00 am - 12:00 noon)
Latin Reading D Limited Vacancies	Recover the Latin of your school days or follow up on introductory classes and revisit the endlessly interesting classical world by engaging with the original texts of writers like... »	Monday Feb 2 to Dec 14, 2026	Weekly (10:00 am - 12:00 noon)
Let's Sing in Spanish Vacancies	This is an informal fortnightly course to sing popular Spanish songs to help those that are learning Spanish language and others that enjoy playing music and singing Latin American... »	Tuesday Aug 4 to Dec 1, 2026	Fortnightly (10:00 am - 12:00 noon)
Mandarin 2 (VIRTUAL COURSE) Vacancies	Fun! Having covered all basic topics including: greetings, numbers, colours, clothes, countries, animals, menus & shopping, transport, sickness, directions, hobbies, we continue our... »	Thursday Jan 29 to Dec 10, 2026	Weekly (3:00 pm - 4:30 pm)
Marugoto Japanese – (Monday Continuing) Vacancies	This is a course in elementary Japanese, both spoken, written and grammar. It covers the content of the Marugoto Levels A1 & A2-1 and the Genki1&2 (3rd ed.) textbooks and continues... »	Monday Feb 2 to Dec 14, 2026	Weekly (10:30 am - 12:30 pm)
Pre-Intermediate French Waiting List Only	This course follows on from Elementary French, where we used Mon Alter Ego 1 and have recently begun using Mon Alter Ego 2. You will need to have, e.g., a working knowledge of the present,... »	Tuesday Feb 10 to Dec 1, 2026	Weekly (2:00 pm - 4:00 pm)
Spanish Conversation- Advanced Waiting List Only	This course is for those with a good knowledge of Spanish. Although it may include reading, its primary focus is conversation. Students are expected to actively participate in class.... »	Wednesday Feb 4 to Nov 25, 2026	Weekly (2:00 pm - 4:00 pm)
Spanish Conversation - Advanced (South Side) Vacancies	Spanish conversation. Participants are expected to have a reasonable level of fluency. The course is intended to maintain and improve fluency rather than focusing on grammar and structure.... »	Wednesday Feb 4 to Dec 9, 2026	Weekly (4:00 pm - 6:00 pm)
Spanish Conversation and Writing Vacancies	In a friendly and supportive environment, learn to write short stories and have simple conversations. This course is for students who are comfortable reading and speaking simple Spanish. »	Thursday Feb 12 to Dec 10, 2026	Weekly (10:00 am - 12:00 noon)
Spanish Conversation Two Vacancies	In our Spanish class, we focus on practising conversation and reading engaging topics. Students share their travels, photos, landscapes, and personal experiences. The group demonstrates... »	Tuesday Feb 3 to Nov 24, 2026	Weekly (2:00 pm - 4:00 pm)

Music

Course	Description	Dates	Frequency
African Drumming For Beginners Limited Vacancies	Participants will learn to: • understand rhythm basics; • play West African rhythms on djembe drums; • read and write drum scores; • create, compose and improvise rhythms;... »	Friday Aug 14 to Oct 2, 2026	Weekly (1:00 pm - 3:00 pm)
Brindabella Orchestra Vacancies	We are a friendly inclusive group of amateur musicians who enjoy playing a range of orchestral music. We aim to present three Sunday afternoon concerts a year. We welcome enquiries... »	Saturday Feb 7 to Dec 5, 2026	Weekly (09:30 am - 12:00 noon)
Canberra U3A Recorder Orchestra Vacancies	This is a very happy and relaxed group of recorder players who enjoy the experience of playing in an orchestra. Participants can read music fluently and play one or more recorder sizes... »	Wednesday Feb 18 to Dec 9, 2026	Weekly (2:00 pm - 4:00 pm)
Choral Singing Basics for Absolute Beginners Waiting List Only	Learn the basics of singing in a choir by doing it. We will cover important skills step by step, and explore how different voices come together to make songs beautiful. The main course... »	Tuesday Oct 6 to Oct 6, 2026	One-day (1:00 pm - 4:00 pm)
Conchordia Choir Vacancies	Conchordia Choir is a friendly women's choir singing songs in 2 voices, and rehearsing weekly during ACT school terms. You do not need to audition for the choir and ability to read... »	Wednesday Feb 4 to Dec 9, 2026	Weekly (1:30 pm - 3:00 pm)
Discovering and Enjoying Classical Music (Term 3) - Early 20th C Music Vacancies	The music of the 20th C saw more divergent styles and contrasting ideas than any prior period. Although music continued to be composed in the Romantic style, it was at the beginning... »	Tuesday Aug 11 to Sep 29, 2026	Weekly (2:00 pm - 4:00 pm)
Easy Guitar and Voice Vacancies	This is suitable for guitar players who are just learning or rusty and want to build confidence in playing with others, but experienced players who want to practice their accompaniment... »	Tuesday Feb 3 to Dec 8, 2026	Weekly (2:00 pm - 4:00 pm)
Folk for Uke and Voice Vacancies	We will be singing and playing from a selection of classic slower-paced songs from the folk, blues, bluegrass, gospel and old-time traditions. This is a relaxed session. For ukulele... »	Thursday Feb 5 to Dec 10, 2026	Weekly (10:00 am - 12:00 noon)
From Notes to Music - Recorder Ensemble Playing Limited Vacancies	This course is for experienced recorder players interested in further developing their ensemble playing techniques. Emphasis is given to transforming notes on the page to music - paying... »	Friday Feb 6 to Dec 18, 2026	Weekly (09:45 am - 12:00 noon)
Guitar Play Along Waiting List Only	The group comprises guitarists at experienced beginner level, or at intermediate level. We play a variety of music from classical, folk, country, and popular songs. The group decides... »	Wednesday Jan 14 to Dec 9, 2026	Weekly (1:30 pm - 3:30 pm)
Harmonia Monday Mixed Choir Vacancies	We are a 4 part (SATB) choir with two leaders, Oliver Raymond and Sheila Thompson, singing a wide variety of secular and sacred music. Some choral experience is desirable but not essential.... »	Monday Feb 2 to Nov 30, 2026	Weekly (09:30 am - 12:00 noon)
Jazz Appreciation Group (JAG) Vacancies	Members are encouraged to make presentations on jazz topics, such as jazz musicians including singers, bands, styles, and eras etc. However, this is not mandatory. A program is prepared... »	Thursday Jan 29 to Dec 18, 2026	Weekly (10:00 am - 12:15 pm)
Modern Folk Singalong aka The Flynn Troubadours Vacancies	We meet on the first and third Wednesday of each month for two hours of playing and singing popular folk songs from the 50s, 60s and 70s; some of which are traditions that were modernised.... »	Wednesday Aug 19 to Dec 2, 2026	1st and 3rd Wednesdays in the month (10:00 am - 12:00 noon)
Musical Reflections ANU School of Music (Second semester) Vacancies	Musical Reflections is a journey across different genres of music presented by the ANU Community Music Centre at the School of Music, ANU. The talks feature a variety of informative... »	Tuesday Jul 28 to Oct 27, 2026	Monthly (11:00 am - 12:00 noon)
Musical Theatre Appreciation Vacancies	The class meets weekly to watch a film or other presentation. The presentations are usually Musical Theatre, Operettas, Operas and basically any film with music as its theme. Group... »	Monday Feb 2 to Dec 7, 2026	Weekly (10:15 am - 1:15 pm)
Music Appreciation Vacancies	For those who enjoy listening to music, mainly classical, and would like to discover more about its background. A wide range of music is covered and members' participation is welcome... »	Wednesday Feb 4 to Nov 25, 2026	Weekly (1:30 pm - 3:30 pm)
Music Makers Vacancies	We are an inclusive and friendly group of singers and instrumentalists who meet two or three times a month to play an eclectic repertoire chosen by group consensus - folk, blues, country,... »	Friday Feb 6 to Dec 18, 2026	1st and 3rd Fridays in the month (1:00 pm - 3:30 pm)
Popular Music- Artists of Our Time VIRTUAL COURSE Vacancies	Covers genres of popular, jazz, gospel, rock'n'roll etc. I recall performances I have attended or rely on moving moments in my life. I offer clips from YouTube, DVDs, CDs and refer... »	Wednesday Jan 28 to Dec 16, 2026	Weekly (10:00 am - 1:00 pm)
Recorder Ensemble 'Sarabande' (Intermediate) Limited Vacancies	This is a happy and friendly band of recorder players with intermediate skills. Students receive carefully guided, stress-free tuition with lots of laughs! We also work on techniques... »	Tuesday Feb 17 to Dec 8, 2026	Weekly (10:00 am - 12:30 pm)
Recorder Rondo Vacancies	At Recorder Rondo each Thursday morning, we meet to enjoy playing recorder music from baroque to jazz, from waltz to march. You'll need to be able to read music and play a soprano,... »	Thursday Feb 5 to Dec 10, 2026	Weekly (10:00 am - 12:00 noon)
The Great Artists of Rock & Roll – From The Beatles to Wilco Waiting List Only	Join this lively, conversational journey through the great rock & roll bands of the past six decades. Starting with The Beatles, each session explores one or two influential bands through... »	Wednesday Feb 11 to Nov 25, 2026	Monthly (09:30 am - 11:30 am)
The seminal years of popular music – 1955 to 1980 Vacancies	The course concentrates on the development of pop music between 1954 and 1980 ...though not confined to that period. Sessions cover influential artists and groups from the obvious to... »	Friday Feb 6 to Nov 20, 2026	1st and 3rd Fridays in the month (1:30 pm - 4:30 pm)
U3A Warrani Chorale Vacancies	Ladies choir, singing different styles of music. A focus is placed on developing vocal and choral skills. 2-3 performances per year. New singers are welcome. Previous choir experience... »	Wednesday Feb 4 to Dec 2, 2026	Weekly (09:45 am - 12:00 noon)
Ukulele for Beginners Vacancies	The course is designed for people who would like to play the ukulele but don't know where to start. This easy paced program will give you all the basics – how to tune the strings,... »	Wednesday Oct 21 to Nov 25, 2026	Weekly (10:00 am - 11:45 am)
Ukulele Fun group Full	A fun ukulele sing-along. Suitable for beginners and fun lovers to keep their skills humming. »	Wednesday Jan 14 to Dec 9, 2026	Weekly (12:15 pm - 1:45 pm)
World Music - A Journey Through Music Diversity Vacancies	The course is intended as an introduction to the music of other cultures. The assumption is that people who participate will have a pre-existing enthusiasm for World music and may wish... »	Friday Jan 23 to Nov 27, 2026	4th Friday of the month (1:30 pm - 4:15 pm)

Philosophy and Religion

Course	Description	Dates	Frequency
Discussing Everyday Ethics Waiting List Only	How can you make the right choices when news is fake, everyday life has been suddenly thrown into chaos and brutal despots or overgrown children hold the reins of government? This is... »	Tuesday Oct 13 to Dec 8, 2026	Weekly (10:45 am - 12:45 pm)
Existentialism: Meaning, Freedom, and the Human Condition Limited Vacancies	Life offers no guarantees, so how do we live with clarity, courage, and purpose? This eight-week discussion course explores existentialism in plain language, drawing on Kierkegaard,... »	Wednesday Sep 16 to Nov 4, 2026	Weekly (10:00 am - 12:00 noon)
The Philosopher's Cafe Waiting List Only	A moderated discussion of articles and book extracts exploring issues in philosophy, which will look at ideas, challenges and dilemmas relevant to life in the 21st Century. Each session... »	Thursday Feb 5 to Dec 3, 2026	1st and 3rd Thursdays in the month (10:00 am - 12:00 noon)
The Philosopher's Cafe (2) Waiting List Only	A moderated discussion of articles and book extracts exploring issues in philosophy, which will look at ideas, challenges and dilemmas relevant to life in the 21st Century. Each session... »	Thursday Feb 12 to Dec 3, 2026	2nd and 4th Thursdays in the month (10:00 am - 12:00 noon)

Recreational

Course	Description	Dates	Frequency
Argentine Tango Flare Vacancies	Introduction to Argentine Tango, musicality and tango timing with the basic steps. Always wanted to try tango? Now's your chance! Join our Argentine Tango Flare class and discover how... »	Saturday Feb 7 to Nov 21, 2026	Weekly (10:30 am - 12:00 noon)
Belconnen Cards and Board Games Limited Vacancies	Belconnen Cards and Board Games welcomes members to relax and play social games such as Skip-Bo, Five crowns, 500, Canasta, Sequence, Triominos, Rummikub and many others. Suitable for... »	Wednesday Jun 10 to Nov 11, 2026	2nd Wednesday of the month (1:00 pm - 3:00 pm)
Continuing Cryptic Crosswords - Hughes Vacancies	Continuing Cryptic Crosswords at Hughes for experienced crossworders only. This is a self-organised course without a teacher, but crosswords supplied. Participants work in small groups... »	Friday Feb 13 to Dec 11, 2026	2nd Friday of the month (2:00 pm - 4:00 pm)
Continuing Cryptic Crossword Skills Vacancies	Participants need to have some experience with cryptic crosswords. This is not a course for complete beginners though guidance and assistance is available. Notes will be provided. ... »	Tuesday Feb 10 to Dec 8, 2026	Fortnightly (10:00 am - 12:00 noon)
Crafty Times Vacancies	Participants bring unfinished projects or start a new craft in a friendly and helpful environment »	Wednesday Jan 28 to Dec 16, 2026	Weekly (1:30 pm - 3:00 pm)
Gungahlin Cards and Board Games Waiting List Only	Gungahlin Cards and Board Games welcomes members to relax and play social games such as Skip-Bo, Five crowns, 500, Canasta, Sequence, Triominos, Rummikub and many others. Suitable for... »	Wednesday May 27 to Nov 25, 2026	4th Wednesday of the month (1:00 pm - 3:00 pm)
Historical Dance Limited Vacancies	In 2026 we'll be continuing to explore the dances of the medieval, Elizabethan and Jane Austen periods. There will be new dances to learn as well as others we have already learnt... »	Friday Feb 6 to Dec 11, 2026	Weekly (11:00 am - 1:00 pm)
Japan for the Traveller Vacancies	For a very long time, Japan was virtually closed to foreign travellers. In that relative isolation the country evolved a culture very different to our own, but it is not only to experience... »	Thursday Oct 1 to Nov 19, 2026	Weekly (10:00 am - 12:30 pm)
Lawn Bowls Vacancies	Lawn bowls is a low impact sport suitable for all ages. We encourage social interaction. We provide bowls & basic instruction, all you need are flat soled shoes. If you are interested... »	Wednesday Jun 24 to Dec 19, 2026	Weekly (10:00 am - 12:00 noon)
Lawn Bowls Vacancies	Lawn bowls is a low impact sport suitable for all ages. We encourage social interaction. We provide bowls & basic instruction, all you need are flat soled shoes. If you are interested... »	Thursday Oct 15 to Oct 29, 2026	Weekly (10:15 am - 12:00 noon)
Learn to play Go - the ultimate strategic board game Vacancies	Go (aka weiqi, igo, baduk) originated in China perhaps 3000 years ago. It is widely played and culturally significant in China, Japan and Korea, but less known in the west. It is very... »	Monday Feb 2 to Dec 7, 2026	Weekly (10:00 am - 12:30 pm)
Mahjong (Northside) - Thursday Limited Vacancies	This is a course for experienced players, but we do have classes for beginners from time to time. (Contact Pauline Young to join the waiting list). The Western Mahjong game is played.... »	Thursday Jan 1 to Dec 17, 2026	Weekly (09:30 am - 12:30 pm)
Mahjong (Northside) - Tuesday Waiting List Only	This is a continuing course in Mahjong. The Western Mahjong game is played. If you have played the Chinese game in the past, the Western game is similar but more complex with many... »	Tuesday Jan 6 to Dec 15, 2026	Weekly (09:30 am - 12:30 pm)
Mahjong (Woden) Monday Limited Vacancies	This is a course for experienced players; we play the Western Mahjong game. (Waiting list is available for those wanting to learn how to play) »	Monday Jan 19 to Dec 21, 2026	Weekly (1:00 pm - 3:00 pm)
Meditation for Wellbeing Ongoing Waiting List Only	This is a continuing course and requires the participants to have either completed the first year of Meditation for Wellbeing and/or to have other appropriate experience of Meditation.... »	Monday Feb 2 to Dec 14, 2026	Weekly (10:00 am - 11:30 am)
NRL (National Rugby League) This Week Vacancies	The course runs like a current affairs discussion group but focusing on both on field and off field matters in the National Rugby League (NRL). You don't need to have played rugby... »	Friday Mar 20 to Oct 9, 2026	Weekly (09:15 am - 11:15 am)
POP Tennis at Reid Vacancies	POP Tennis is a fun, fast-paced version of tennis played on a smaller court with paddles and softer, lower-bouncing balls. It's easy to learn, great for all ages, and perfect for... »	Thursday Feb 5 to Dec 17, 2026	Weekly (10:00 am - 12:00 noon)
Restorative Yoga Waiting List Only	Restorative Yoga is a relaxing style of practice to help improve physical, emotional and mental health, to recover from stress, injury and illness using gentle, slow, restorative, recuperative... »	Friday Oct 2 to Dec 4, 2026	Weekly (10:30 am - 12:00 noon)
Scottish Country Dancing Vacancies	Join us throughout the year for a bit of fun and dancing! This is a course for beginners and not so beginners. Scottish Country Dancing is a social form of dance. You don't need... »	Thursday Feb 5 to Dec 10, 2026	Weekly (10:00 am - 12:00 noon)
Scrabble at Flynn Vacancies	This group is for everyone from beginners to experienced Scrabble enthusiasts. Play the world's most popular word-based board game. Expand your vocabulary and hone your skills and... »	Tuesday Feb 3 to Dec 8, 2026	Fortnightly (10:00 am - 12:00 noon)
Social Board Games and Cards Vacancies	Join like-minded people for a few hours to play board games or cards. A fun, social opportunity to play old favourites or new challenges. Games available include Ticket to Ride, Bananagram,... »	Thursday Feb 12 to Dec 10, 2026	2nd and 4th Thursdays in the month (1:30 pm - 3:30 pm)
Social Scrabble Vacancies	Social Scrabble. No competition. Suitable for all skill levels. We play in twos, threes and fours. Scoring is optional, and we rely on dictionaries and hook books. We chat during the... »	Monday Jan 12 to Dec 21, 2026	Weekly (1:30 pm - 4:00 pm)
Tai Chi 101 Monday 10:15 Full	1 An ongoing course in Tai Chi, starting with TCA1 & TCA2, developed by Dr Paul Lam with medical & arthritis experts. Any fitness level is fine. Safe activity emphasized in a supportive... »	Monday Feb 2 to Dec 14, 2026	Weekly (10:15 am - 11:15 am)
Tai Chi for Health – Level 2 Limited Vacancies	This is a Tai Chi course for students with some TC experience in Sun and Yang styles. The course includes Tai Chi for Arthritis, 24 and 73 Forms. Tai Chi is recognised as an effective... »	Thursday Jan 15 to Dec 10, 2026	Weekly (09:30 am - 10:30 am)
Tai Chi for Health – Level 3 Vacancies	This is a Tai Chi course for students with some TC experience in Sun and Yang styles. The course includes Tai Chi for Arthritis, 24, 42 and 73 Forms. Tai Chi is recognised as an effective... »	Friday Jan 16 to Dec 11, 2026	Weekly (09:30 am - 10:30 am)
Tai Chi Thursday 8.45 Full	A beginner's course in Tai Chi, starting with TCA1 and TCA2, developed by Dr Paul Lam with medical & arthritis experts. Any fitness level is fine. Safe activity emphasized in a supportive... »	Thursday Feb 5 to Dec 17, 2026	Weekly (08:45 am - 09:45 am)
Tai Chi Tue 8.45am Intermediate (Section 2) Vacancies	Minimum 2 years experience. Study and practice of Dr Paul Lam's Tai Chi for Health forms, including Tai Chi for Arthritis 1 & 2, Tai Chi for Memory, Tai Chi for Energy. Seated and standing... »	Tuesday Jul 7 to Dec 15, 2026	Weekly (08:45 am - 09:45 am)
Up There Cazaly – Fortnightly Chat on Aussie Rules Waiting List Only	This course will meet on a fortnightly basis to discuss season developments in Australia's premier sporting code – AFL/W. It will discuss on an ongoing basis the 2026 footy season.... »	Wednesday Mar 4 to Oct 7, 2026	Fortnightly (10:00 am - 12:30 pm)

Science, Health & Environment

Course	Description	Dates	Frequency
Chronic Pain - Discover the Revolutionary, Scientifically Proven Approach to Help Healing Waiting List Only	This course will focus on the revolutionary, scientifically proven approach to help heal chronic pain. It will be based on The Way Out by Alan Gordon. His concept is a simple, yet highly... »	Wednesday Jul 29 to Sep 23, 2026	Weekly (10:00 am - 12:00 noon)
DARE - The New Way to End Anxiety and Stop Panic Attacks Vacancies	This course will focus on the revolutionary, scientifically proven approach to help heal anxiety. It will be based on DARE by Barry McDonagh. Its roots are in the new wave of positive... »	Thursday Jul 30 to Sep 24, 2026	Weekly (10:00 am - 12:00 noon)
Human Evolution: Skulls and Genes Waiting List Only	In this course we look at what fossil skulls tell us about our evolution and about our hominin relatives that lived sometime during the period after our ancestors and the chimpanzees... »	Thursday Jul 23 to Dec 3, 2026	Weekly (1:30 pm - 3:30 pm)
Jan Morgan's Trees of the Arboretum Part 3 Limited Vacancies	The course covers forests planted at the Arboretum including, how the trees became 'known to science', distributions, descriptions, uses and whether they grow elsewhere in Canberra.... »	Friday Sep 4 to Oct 16, 2026	Weekly (10:00 am - 12:00 noon)
Melanesia, Micronesia & Polynesia: our Pacific Neighbours Vacancies	The peoples in Oceania (sens. lat.) are probably the most diverse on earth in terms of culture and language, with around 2,000 ethnic groups and around 1,400 indigenous languages. They... »	Friday Oct 16 to Dec 4, 2026	Weekly (10:00 am - 12:00 noon)
Modern Physics Vacancies	The course will introduce the main topics of modern physics, including Relativity, Quantum Mechanics, Dark Energy, Dark Matter, Black Holes, the Big Bang, Quantum Chromodynamics, Symmetry... »	Wednesday Sep 9 to Nov 25, 2026	Weekly (10:00 am - 12:00 noon)
More humane access to Voluntary Assisted Dying in the ACT Vacancies	This course aims to give members of U3A and the ACT community an opportunity to discuss whether access to voluntary assisted dying provided in the ACT is an adequate response to the... »	Thursday Sep 10 to Oct 8, 2026	Weekly (2:00 pm - 4:00 pm)
Yoga for Healthy Ageing (Y4HA) Course Vacancies	Yoga for Healthy Ageing (Y4HA) is an evidence-based yoga course for building flexibility, agility, balance and strength for everyone of any age, with a focus on seniors and older adults.... »	Monday Feb 9 to Nov 30, 2026	Weekly (4:00 pm - 5:00 pm)

Course	Description	Dates	Frequency
Life Writing Waiting List Only	Life Writing is any writing based on lived experience. It includes autobiography, memoir, biography, diaries and letters and travel writing. Submissions might serve as personal tool... »	Tuesday Feb 10 to Dec 8, 2026	2nd and 4th Tuesdays in the month (10:00 am - 12:00 noon)

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