U3A BRISBANE

University of the Third Age Brisbane


Connecting Seniors to Lifelong Learning

University of the Third Age Brisbane


Connecting Seniors to Lifelong Learning

Term 3 2026

A07 Origami Begin


Tutor: Lynette Duffy
No skills required
Begin your journey into the ancient art of origami. Gentle, patient tutor will assist you in this practical hands-on class where the weekly designs and your skills will gradually build over the term. Each term is carefully planned to suit new and continuing members. You are welcome to try origami for one term or enjoy the benefits for the entire year. If class is 'FULL' please email tutor to register your interest.
Venue: 288 Edward St
Friday 9.00am - 10.30am. Classes started 17 July, finish 18 September.
Cost: $50 (prepaid), 10 weeks
Current Enrolments: 9  (full capacity)


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Advantages to regularly making origami.
* Hands-on activity that enhances awareness.
* Requires following a set of instructions for a visibly pleasing result thus creating personal satisfaction.
* Engages both left and right hemispheres of your brain.
* Using motor cognition helps develop intuition.
* Assists space and volume awareness.
* Helps build attention with focus and concentration.
* It is an ideal way to practice mindfulness.
* Meditative and relaxing.
* Is a useful source of creative expression.
* Fun no matter what your level of ability, age or gender.

Unfortunately this class is over-subscribed and no further enrolments can be accepted at this time. You may contact the tutor to express your interest should a vacancy arise.


If you wish to obtain further information about this class before enrolling, you may send a message to the tutor using the Send Enquiry Message button below.