Are you looking to spice things up in the dating department? The CAE offers exciting experiences for couples looking to combine learning and fun.

We’ve curated a unique collection of courses to help you take your date nights from ordinary to extraordinary. Keep reading to see what we have to offer!

For the foodies

If you and your partner love to savour new flavours and have an appetite for learning, our gourmet courses will tantalise your taste buds.

From ‘Classic Italian Cooking for Beginners’ to ‘Spanish Tapas and Paella’, you can learn tips and tricks from cooking masters from different regions.  With these food courses, not only will you lift your cooking game, but also learn how to make some of the best food in the world.

Check out more of our food and beverage courses here.

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For those who love seeing life through a lens

Capture the magic of your moments together through the lens of our photography courses. The ‘Digital SLR Photography for Beginners’ course will demystify your camera so you can create mesmerising snapshots.

For those who are more familiar with f-stops, our ‘ Advanced Smartphone Masterclass’ course will put the fun into the fundamentals of phone photography for you and your date. Remember, a picture is worth a thousand words, so why not make those words unforgettable? Have a look at our film and photography courses here.

For fans of flow

Our wellness courses will have you and your partner in a state of bliss. Our yogis can help you harmonise your mind, body, and spirit, while our tai-chi master can teach you to balance ying and yang. Find out how to get fit with us here.

For the crafters

If you and your partner cherish creating something with your own hands, our crafting courses are just the ticket. You can perfect your purling and patterning with our ‘Knitting Techniques’ course or immerse yourself in the traditional technique of ‘Simple Book Binding’. These creative courses are an engaging date night idea, and you walk away with a handmade memento of your shared experience. Get your craft fix over here.

For the aspiring Rembrandts

Channel your inner artist with our range of art courses. ‘Oil Painting for Beginners’ will help you explore the magic of a brush on canvas, while ‘Drawing: Beginners’ is perfect for couples who are drawn together by their love of art. There’s no better way to bond than creating a masterpiece together. Art lovers can explore more here.

For the history buffs

If you and your partner love to learn from the past, our history courses offer a fascinating date night experience. ‘Journey through France: Cloisters, Cathars and Cathedrals’ explores France in the Middle Ages, while ‘Exploring Melbourne’s Architecture’ allows you to discover architectural gems hiding in your own backyard. Develop a deeper appreciation for the world around you and explore our history courses here.

The CAE is a treasure trove of experiences waiting to be discovered, so don’t stick to the routine – shake up your date night and infuse it with creativity, excitement, and learning. You’ll have fun and gain skills and knowledge that you can carry into your everyday life.

Your perfect date night awaits – so what are you waiting for? Check out all the short courses CAE offers now:

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