USA · WORKSHOPS
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Below are the 15 best workshops in the USA, with what each one costs, how long it runs and the kind of traveller it suits. Start at the top; it is there for a reason.
Watch classic Creole dishes being made, then eat a full tasting meal with local beer, history, and take-home recipes in New Orleans.
“This was absolutely phenomenal! The chef was so funny and was very open to questions! What a nice guy! His cooking was so good and we will be cooking these recipes at home!”
Learn Nashville line dancing with a 1-hour instructor-led class and take home a souvenir video, plus bottled water, for $36.55.
“It was a fun experience and the dance instructor Jason did a great job. The class was pretty big, but he worked to keep everyone involved.”
Hands-on New Orleans cooking class for up to 10, authentic Louisiana dishes, wine or Abita beer, and take-home apron and recipes.
“From being warmly greeted upon entering the cooking school to the class itself, it was a wonderful morning! Chef G was patient and thorough in his instructions and WOW the dishes tasted incredible! Can't wait to make the chowder, grits and bananas foster at home.”
Beginner surf lesson in Kihei, Maui with a small group, safety coaching, and included board and rash guard. Learn to stand fast.
“I was convinced there was no way I would be able to get up on a board, but I did! Our whole crew had a fantastic time. In added bonus is there is a photographer to catch the proof! We are considering going back just to rent the surf gear and going back out on our own! Mahalo!”
A 4-hour Charleston food and wine tour with Chef Forrest Parker, mixing a historic walk, a cooking demo, and a three-course lunch.
“Great Chef Forest was a wonderful raconteur and outstanding chef. Highly, highly recommend this experience”
Learn popular Nashville line dances in a real Broadway honky tonk, pick routines with your group, and get a free keepsake video.
“Really fun class with excellent instructors!! This is definitely something you need to do when visiting Nashville 💚🤠”
French Quarter cooking demonstration in an 1800s molasses warehouse: Cajun and Creole dishes, lunch, drinks, and recipe copies for $40.
“I did think it was going to be a hands on activity, so I do wish there was more clarity on that, but the instructor, Austin, was high energy and made it a great time! Also his food was delicious!!!”
A 2-hour beginner surf lesson in Waikiki with pro coaching, full gear rental, and small-group instruction to help you stand and ride.
“We really enjoyed our morning learning how to surf. All the staff were very knowledgeable and professional. Best of all, even though we were a big group, they split us up between instructors so we had special attention to correct our form and how to do the surfing. Our instructor got us out early enough to catch better waves and before there were too many people in the water. We caught a ton of waves and felt pretty confident with getting up on the board by the end! They paid attention to safety as well. Definitely recommend!”
Brooklyn’s Bushwick graffiti workshop with a local artist. Learn spray techniques, paint a mural, and take home your own canvas.
“Such a good intro to graffiti writing, which my daughters really wanted to pursue.”
A small-group beginner surf lesson in Lahaina Harbor with top gear, CPR-certified coaching, and plenty of wave time at Breakwall Beach.
“Great experience. This was both of our first times surfing and we got up on the surf board and rode a bunch of waves. Very beginner friendly and the instructor was great. Very honest and funny. We both would rebook for next time!”
Make your own glass flower in Sedona with a small-group intro class at The Melting Point. Materials included, pickup next day.
“Getting to experience glass blowing and sculpting was such a treat. I paid for the flower which turned out to be just sculpting not blowing, but it was great because everyone else in the group picked a different item and we got to see so many techniques and experience so much creativity. Jordan was really great and helpful and we really bonded as a group. I would recommend this adventure highly”
Learn to surf at Venice Beach with included wetsuit and boards, 2 hours total, and patient coaching for beginners and intermediates.
“I would definitely recommend surfing lessons with Peppe! It was great! Good value for money.”
Beginner-friendly Waikiki surf lesson with small-group coaching, reef-safe gear, and 70 minutes on the water at Oahu’s most famous beach.
“Find the location was easy, Noah was a amazing teacher and helper in explaining and showing with details how to go throw the waves !”
Learn to surf at Poipu Beach with pro coaching, wetsuit and board rental, plus a small-group vibe near Koʻa Kea Resort.
“Kele was amazing!! Lesson started with fundamentals in the grass then we went to the water. Very happy the company provided us with long sleeves to wear as it was cold. Kele was a fantastic teacher/coach. My husband and I both had so much fun! We even saw monk seals on the beach. Would definitely come back to surf again!”
