15 cool classes in KL you should join

Basically the Nala school of creativity, Th.Inc Academy has conducted numerous workshops such as silkscreening, watercolour and drawing with the right side of the brain. Besides workshops and classes, the academy will host lectures related to the subjects of art and design so keep an eye on that. 
Price: From RM398 
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Make your Monday nights useful and join this philosophy class taught by a local wildlife biologist with years of lecturing experience. Topics are not limited to just history and philosophy but also key scientific ideas such as the development of the periodic table and astronomical concepts. 
Price: Free 
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Whether or not you daydream about winning an Oscar, acting classes can be useful so sign up with FTalent to polish up your communication skills. Participants are advised to dress comfortably because this is definitely not one of those boring sit-down classes. Besides hands-on learning, there will also be a sharing session at the end of each class and themed nights. 
Price: Free 
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Taught by one of the country's top sommeliers, Justin Ho (of Private Room), the one-day course will go through the basics of wine – how it's made, factors influencing its taste, grape varieties, and food and wine pairings. 
Price: RM1,600 
Call 03 2687 7074 or email justin.hlv@berjaya.edu.my for more info.

Bangsar’s coolest art studio hosts silkscreen printing classes and the best part is, the schedule is up to you as long as it’s within the studio’s opening hours. The course is inclusive of basic supplies but you can also bring your own or buy Raksasa’s tote bags, shirts and premium fabrics. They also offer refresher courses if after a few months you need another class to refresh your memory. 
Price: RM385 
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So you’ve mastered Instagram, now learn film photography. Paul Gadd’s photography class covers the basics of camera extensively, covering shutter speeds, types of lenses, camera formats and more. Lessons won’t only be confined to a classroom; expect some on-location shoots and learn about darkroom printing as well. They also have various classes including a one-day introduction class, solarisation and pinhole camera classes.
Price: RM1,600 
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KL has a science club now but instead of labs and lecture halls they gather at pubs and coffeehouses. You don’t have to have a background in science to participate so don’t feel intimidated. The group gathers every month and feature a scientist to discuss a particular topic such as quantum physics or space and has invited scientists Fabien Bouhier and Dr Amani Salim for its first two sessions. 
Price: Free 
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Swing the east coast way and learn to swing dance. The taster class by KL Swing is for the east coast swing, a simpler version of the Lindy Hop. They’ll be playing beginner-friendly tunes so it will be easier for you to get your groove on. Ladies are encouraged to wear flats. If you decide to learn more after the first class, join the weekend workshops. 
Price: RM10 for taster class, RM90 per day for weekend workshops 
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The Malaysian Institute of Architects hosts this regular public lecture for everyone interested in architecture, cities, urbanism, preservation and other things along the lines of that. Held at Black Box in Publika, the lecture features acclaimed speakers for each session including Maarten Gielen, Bernard Khoury, Dr Lai Chee Kien and Wan Azhar Wan Sulaiman.
Price: Free
Email dls@pam.org.my for more info.

One of our favourite stationery shops in KL hosts watercolour workshops for beginners so you can up your adult colouring book game. They also publish their own colouring book so think of it as practice for when you eventually colour in the book. Besides that, they host copperplate calligraphy classes if watercolours are not your thing. 
Price: From RM150-RM280 
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The Craft Crowd collaborates and organises classes with local artisans such as Clay Loo and Flora Hera. Founder Alina selects classes that are interesting to her so other workshops you can look forward to include pottery, fashion illustration and soapmaking. Fees are inclusive of materials, gift box and lunch. 
Price: From 150-RM180 
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If you’re approaching art as a form of therapy, Melanie Bayoud’s ‘Thinking With Ink’ workshop aims to do exactly that. With experience in mental health counseling and a passion for illustration and design, Melanie’s classes focus on thought processes, the effects of stress, brain games, and drawing and doodling tricks. Think of it as zen doodling. If you’re perfectly calm and stress-free, she also hosts other classes such as crochet and workshops for kids.
Price: RM200
Email embeedesigns@gmail.com for more information.

You can learn to speak and cook Japanese at ILOHA, who also offer ikebana (flower arrangement) classes from time to time. Besides Japanese, the centre offers Malay, Chinese and English language classes too. 
Price: Language classes from RM178; cooking classes from RM99 
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Take over the torch and learn lampworking, a type of glasswork that involves melting glass and making beads out of them. The beginner’s course by Jewelz teaches you how to make basic shapes, raised and non-raised dots, single colour and twisted stringers, as well as flower beads. If you prefer silver accessories over glass beads, they also offer a silversmithing course (at a different price). 
Price: RM480 
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We’re aware of the worrying amount of chemicals that’s keeping us clean, so if you have trust issues with the products you’re using, just make your own. Soap Artisan’s course will have you making your own body and skincare products using natural ingredients such as floral water and essential oils. 
Price: From RM190 
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