Weekend Workshops
Unlock new skills in just a weekend with Byron Community Colleges weekend workshops. Explore our one and two day workshops, courses and masterclasses here in Byron, Mullumbimby or across the Byron Shire. Quick, fun, and packed with learning, we have something for everyone!

Artistic Sculptural Metalwork

Ready to turn old metal into bold art? In this hands-on sculpture class, you’ll explore the exciting world of artistic metalwork by learning bending, shaping, cutting, and welding skills— all with a focus on upcycling discarded metal into striking pieces of garden or home art.
Whether you’re a returning welding student, a hands-on hobbyist, or a complete beginner curious about working with metal, this workshop offers safe and effective techniques culminating in the perfect blend of creative and practical skills.
By the end of the 2-day session, you'll not only walk away with a one-of-a-kind piece of art, but also with a fresh set of metalworking skills to fuel your future projects.

Beekeeping - An Introduction


Butter Knife Carving


Decoupage Fabric Art

Looking for a fun, creative workshop with gorgeous results?

Face Yoga


Food Sovereignty Facilitator Training

In this highly interactive training, Robina shares how to apply her powerful community facilitation methods to enable the goal of community scale food sovereignty for an entire bioregion.

HeartMath Resilience

Explore HeartMath techniques based on more than 20 years of peer-reviewed research. Discover tools to enhance your ability to self-regulate emotions, clear old patterns, reduce stress and recharge your energy resulting in restorative sleep, enhanced vitality and ongoing resilience. This is a powerful skillset to prepare you to thrive in today’s world of flux and challenge. This is a 6 hour course spread over three weeks.

Iridology Introduction

Unlock the secrets of your health through the ancient art of Iridology. Discover how to interpret the intricate patterns of

NDIS Support Worker Workshop

Considering a career change? Join our comprehensive 1-day workshop, where you'll gain valuable insights and all the necessary information to kickstart your path towards becoming an independent or agency NDIS support worker.

Oil Painting Introduction

This course is designed for those who want to try oil painting but not sure where to begin or how it differs from other types of paint, or those who have tried it but uncertain how to get the most out of this medium.

Owner Builder Essentials Workshop

This one-day intensive workshop is designed for aspiring owner-builders who want to gain essential knowledge and skills to manage their own building projects with confidence.

Playful Painting

There will be dancing, splashing, spraying, scraping, dripping, laughing and a head-over-heels love affair with colour. Each of us will be painting on our own canvas, adding new layers, in a fun and encouraging environment. Rediscover your enthusiasm for creativity and uncover painting talents you never knew you had. Additional $35 for materials

Printmaking Introduction


Reflexology


Reiki Level 1

Reiki is the gentle Japanese method of hands-on energy healing that works on all levels of a person and is simple to use and easy to learn. You will learn how to Reiki yourself, children, pets and plants. You will receive an attunement into Reiki Level 1, an ancient healing symbol of protection and a certificate on completion. Empower yourself today and bring this ancient healing art into your life.

Rustic Italian Lunch

Prepare a typical Italian lunch using fresh, seasonal ingredients under the expert guidance of Rob from Nomadic Kitchen.

Screenprinting for Beginners

10am - 4pm, Mullum, $295
Ever wanted to make your own T-shirt or poster? In this two day intensive you will be learn the in's and outs of screen printing, utilizing professional grade equipment.

Silver Jewellery - An Introduction

Sat & Sun, 30 & 31 August
9am - 5pm, Mullum, $320
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Upcycle Your Old Jewellery
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Use your broken, loved jewellery pieces in your jewellery box to create a fabulous new necklace.

Writing Non-Fiction

10am - 4pm, Mullum, $240
Unlock the power of storytelling in our immersive 2-day creative nonfiction workshop. Hone your voice, master narrative techniques, and transform personal experiences, historical and real life events into compelling prose.
In this course, you will learn how to craft nonfiction stories that resonate, captivate, and connect with your readers.