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Mindful Activities
Promote calm, engage your senses and tune into you with these mindful activities to switch off! Guided by passionate makers, you’ll learn how to let go, embrace the present moment and get creative. From wheel throwing in Sydney to silver ring making in Melbourne, these indoor activities are the best way to unwind after a long week. Whether you’re after relaxing date ideas or new hobbies to try solo, our workshops are some of the top things to do in Australia to relieve stress. Start a relaxing new hobby in 2026 with these unique experiences.
Tufting Workshop for Beginners
5.0 (7)
6 years in business
Runs regularly
Auckland
1 to 15 guests
$120 - $169
Turkish Mosaic Lamp Making Workshop
4.8 (5)
Runs regularly
Auckland
1 to 30 guests
$89 - $159
Kintsugi Workshop for Beginners
5.0 (1)
3k followers
Runs regularly
Auckland, Titirangi & Auckland CBD
1 to 10 guests
$175
Introduction to Pickle Making Class
5.0 (6)
37+ years in business
Runs regularly
Auckland
1 to 10 guests
$89
Candle Making Workshop
3 years in business
4k followers
Runs regularly
Auckland
/ Mobile
1 to 40 guests
$55
Honey Tasting and Bee Hive Tour
19 years in business
3k followers
Runs regularly
Auckland
1 to 20 guests
$50 - $60
Japanese Home Cooking Class
5.0 (4)
Runs regularly
Browns Bay
1 to 8 guests
$120
Natural Perfume Making Workshop
5.0 (1)
3k followers
Runs regularly
Auckland
1 to 300 guests
$179
Japanese Fluffy Cake Making Class
Runs regularly
Browns Bay
1 to 8 guests
$120
Whimsical Flower Vase Arrangement Workshop
Your choice of time
Comes to you
2 to 20 guests
$135 - $155
Team Building Painting Class
Your choice of time
Auckland
/ Mobile
1 to 30 guests
$49 - $69
Pointed Nib Modern Calligraphy Workshop
Your choice of time
Auckland
1 to 10 guests
$130 - $250
Portrait Drawing and Shading Class for Kids
9+ years & Adults
Your choice of time
Auckland
1 to 8 guests
$270 - $290
Beekeeper for a Day Workshop
19 years in business
Your choice of time
Auckland
5 to 20 guests
$150 - $175
Intimate Cocktail Class
5k followers
Your choice of time
Comes to you
10 to 100 guests
$130
Polymer Clay Earring Workshop
5+ years in business
Your choice of time
Auckland
/ Mobile
6 to 10 guests
$119
Alcohol Ink and Acrylic Painting Workshop: Let It Flow
Your choice of time
Auckland
3 to 12 guests
$40
Make Your Own Kokedama Workshop
10 years in business
Your choice of time
Auckland
/ Mobile
4 to 20 guests
$80 - $85
DIY Terrarium Workshop
28k followers
24k followers
Your choice of time
Comes to you
6 to 12 guests
Photography Class
28k followers
24k followers
Your choice of time
Comes to you
6 to 12 guests
Beginners Kintsugi Workshop
4.7 (3)
3k followers
Your choice of time
Lower Hutt
1 to 10 guests
$175
Jewellery Making: Craft Your Sea Shell Story Necklace
5k followers
Contact for details
Wellington
1 to 10 guests
$140
Kids Painting Class: Journey of the Koi
6 to 10 years
Contact for details
Porirua
1 to 5 guests
$50
Make Wire Wrapped Jewellery
Runs regularly
LIVE STREAMING
Craft kit delivered
1 to 4 guests
$220
Paint a Pop Art Portrait
Only 1 date left
LIVE STREAMING
Craft kit delivered
1 to 50 guests
$136
Paint a Cat or Dog Tote Bag at Home
Only 1 date left
LIVE STREAMING
Craft kit delivered
1 to 50 guests
$125
Personalise a Plant Pot at Home
Only 1 date left
LIVE STREAMING
Craft kit delivered
1 to 50 guests
$165
Learn to Paint Retro Inspired Portraits
Only 1 date left
LIVE STREAMING
Craft kit delivered
1 to 60 guests
$149
Draw and Paint Frida Kahlo
5.0 (1)
Only 1 date left
LIVE STREAMING
Craft kit delivered
1 to 50 guests
$128
Bright and Beautiful Birdhouse Painting
Only 1 date left
LIVE STREAMING
Craft kit delivered
1 to 40 guests
$139
Paint Your Own Coir Doormat Workshop
Only 1 date left
LIVE STREAMING
Craft kit delivered
1 to 50 guests
$134
Paint a Lace Parasol
Only 1 date left
LIVE STREAMING
Craft kit delivered
1 to 40 guests
$168
Paint a Paper Parasol
Only 1 date left
LIVE STREAMING
Craft kit delivered
1 to 40 guests
$158
Make Feather Figure Postcards on Canvas
Only 1 date left
LIVE STREAMING
Craft kit delivered
1 to 50 guests
$170
Learn to Paint a Mandala
Only 1 date left
LIVE STREAMING
Craft kit delivered
1 to 50 guests
$149
Make Harry Potter Wands
Only 1 date left
LIVE STREAMING
Craft kit delivered
1 to 50 guests
$145
Paint a Mug Workshop
Your choice of time
LIVE STREAMING
Craft kit delivered
1 to 40 guests
$150
Venetian Mask Painting Workshop
Only 1 date left
LIVE STREAMING
Craft kit delivered
1 to 40 guests
$158
Make Watercolour Bookmarks Workshop
Only 1 date left
LIVE STREAMING
Craft kit delivered
1 to 60 guests
$158
Make Clay Magnets at Home
Only 1 date left
LIVE STREAMING
Craft kit delivered
1 to 80 guests
$135
Paint Your Own Babushka Dolls at Home
Only 1 date left
LIVE STREAMING
Craft kit delivered
1 to 60 guests
$155
Paint and Personalize Your Own Chopping Board Workshop
Only 1 date left
LIVE STREAMING
Craft kit delivered
1 to 50 guests
$140
Paint Your Own Watercolour Fan
Only 1 date left
LIVE STREAMING
Craft kit delivered
1 to 50 guests
$153
Paint a Skateboard Deck at Home
Only 1 date left
LIVE STREAMING
Craft kit delivered
1 to 40 guests
$350
Paint and Personalise Canvas Pouches
Only 1 date left
LIVE STREAMING
Craft kit delivered
1 to 50 guests
$189
Clay Crafted Vase Creations
Only 1 date left
LIVE STREAMING
Craft kit delivered
1 to 60 guests
$190
Learn Decoupage at Home
Only 1 date left
LIVE STREAMING
Craft kit delivered
1 to 40 guests
$179
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Mindful activities for adults to try in Australia
Unwind and switch off from the hustle of daily life by joining one of these unique creative classes across Australia, designed to relax your mind and rejuvenate your spirit. Not only are these mindful activities a great way to switch off from work, but they’re also beginner-friendly, meaning that anyone can try them regardless of experience! If you’re in Sydney, delve into the art of stained glass and create a beautiful suncatcher. Held in a sunlit studio in Dulwich Hill, you’ll feel completely relaxed as you piece together glass into your own unique design. Looking for fun things to do in Melbourne? Explore your imagination through collage making in Brunswick. In this unguided, self-directed workshop you’ll combine various textures and colours to express yourself. It’s a great way to unwind, focus on the present and let go of any work-related stress.
Keen to jump on the latest trend in mindfulness? Transform a blank canvas into a layered masterpiece at a textured art class in Brisbane. Experiment with plaster and tools and play with different techniques as you engage with your creative side. Over in Perth, try a mosaic workshop where you'll lose track of time arranging tiny pieces into a personalised house number for your home. Nurture your mental and physical wellbeing, enhance focus, and cultivate a sense of accomplishment as you create. Embrace these opportunities across Australia, and let your journey toward mindfulness and self-discovery flourish!
Creative ways to switch off from work in 2026
Try something new and find creative ways to switch off from work in 2026 with our creative workshops and experiences. Not only will you enjoy some well-deserved ‘me-time’ but you’ll also learn a new skill which you can continue to develop at home. Discover the art of Ikebana flower arranging in Sydney, allowing you both to connect with nature and find tranquillity through harmonious floral creations. Looking for unique things to do in Melbourne? Spend a day shaping and soldering at a silver ring making class. For a hands-on experience, head to Brisbane to try wheel throwing and connect with clay. On the hunt for relaxing Perth activities? Ignite your creative spark at a ceramic mug and spoon workshop. Design and shape personalised ceramics for your home that’ll make you feel great every time you use them!
These experiences go beyond just fun; they nourish your wellbeing and build your confidence too. Each mindful activity offers an opportunity to step away from day-to-day stress and responsibilities, creating a serene space where you can unwind and rejuvenate. Whether it's meditative Ikebana flower arranging or silver ring making, these unique ways to switch off from work are guaranteed to enrich you in 2026.
Discover stress-relieving things to do near you
Uncover a world of relaxation and self-discovery with stress-relieving things to do near you. Take a break from the demands of daily life and switch off from work, immersing yourself in mindful activities that soothe your mind and nourish your soul. Craft enchanting scents that promote calm in Brisbane, learn how to sew in Perth, dive into water marbling in Melbourne or even try your hand at yarn dyeing and crochet in Sydney. These mindful activities not only alleviate stress but also elevate your overall wellbeing. Engage your senses, spark creativity, and connect with like-minded individuals at these unique experiences.
Looking for fun things to do in Brisbane? Try your hand at paint pouring in Rochedale South and watch as your choice of colours transform into beautiful patterns. Connect to nature at a bonsai class in Melbourne. In this relaxing Prahran workshop, learn how the Japanese art of bonsai promotes hope, serenity and grace. In Perth, create a seagrass planter and enjoy the meditative process of weaving. Searching for a way to bring mindfulness into your daily routine? Experience a meditative tea ceremony in Sydney and learn how to be present in the moment. No matter what workshop you choose, these mindful activities are sure to promote peace and engage your senses—they may even be the start of a relaxing new hobby!
