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 2 2026

A08 Origami Begin


Tutor: Lynette Duffy
The Japanese word 'origami' comes from Ori to fold, and Kami paper. An Origamist is a person associated with the art of origami. You are welcome to try origami for one term or enjoy the benefits for the entire year. This is a practical hands-on class where your skills will build over the term. Each term is carefully planned to suit new and continuing members. You will create multiple designs each lesson and different models every term. Each class is kept small so support can be given as required. If class shows as 'FULL' please contact tutor for any cancellations.
Venue: 232 Adelaide St
Wednesday 9.00am - 10.30am. Classes started 22 April, finish 24 June.
Cost: $50 (prepaid), 10 weeks
Current Enrolments: 8  (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.

Enrolments have closed for Term 2.


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