Park Lessons with the Masters

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)