Amongst the most enjoyable activities run by the college are relaxing two-hour FREE park lessons that mark the successful end of every term. New participants have an opportunity to join the college students, instructors and masters in practising tai chi and qigong in open air, be inspired by a demonstration and a good introduction to these unique exercise art-forms.
Cost: Free
Venues, dates and times may change, so check this website for the latest details before attending.
Park Lesson Dates 2026
World Tai Chi and Qigong Day
Doncaster East
Saturday: 10 am – 12 pm 25 April 2026
The Boulevarde (off George Street), Ruffey Lake Park,
Malvern Park Lessons
Malvern East
Central Park, 148 Burke Road Central Park is a big park. The group may move around depending on other park users and activities, but they are usually located near the Conservatory.
10 am – 12 noon Sunday 22 March 2026 Sunday 17 May 2026 Sunday 5 July 2026 Saturday 22 August 2026 Sunday 25 October 2026 Saturday 12 December 2026
Other Park Lessons
Our Saturday Park Lessons are held at different parks across Melbourne for each term.
10 am – 12 noon
Eltham
Alistair Knox Park, 829 Main Road
7 March 2026
Essendon
Riverside Park, corner of The Boulevard and Fawkner Street, along the Maribyrnong River. Limited parking at the site, but parking available near Poyntons.
4 July 2026
Frankston
Beauty Park Lake, (opposite Frankston football ground)
15 August 2026
Armadale
Union Street Garden, 8 Orchard Street
17 October 2026
Box Hill North
Springfield Park, 109 Dorking Road (corner of Dorking and Springfield roads)
5 December 2026
Also checkout our regular Free Weekly Park practice sessions during the year (link), or our special Summer practice sessions (link).