{"product_id":"matcha-experience-intensive-class","title":"Matcha Experience (15 mins)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA 15-minute mini escape into Japanese tea culture.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eHosted by The Zen Concept, this compact hands-on experience invites you to discover the story behind authentic Japanese matcha, learn essential whisking techniques, and create your own ceremonial-style matcha under guided instruction.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003ePerfect for a self-care reset, a date, events, shopping centres, corporate wellness, universities and community activations — it combines culture, mindfulness, aesthetics and hands-on engagement in a format that fits into a busy day.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow it works\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e✨ Step 1 — Discover the essential matcha kit\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nWe'll prepare a full set for you to use during the experience, and walk you through what each piece is for.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e🥣 Step 4 — Whisk your own matcha\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nTake the whisk into your own hands and experience the satisfying art of Japanese tea whisking. Feel the calming rhythm as your matcha transforms into a velvety green creation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eYou'll find out Steps 2 \u0026amp; 3 in the class ;)\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e🌿 Step 5 — Sip, reset and recharge\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nPause from the outside world and enjoy your handcrafted matcha moment — a gentle energy boost designed to refresh the mind without the coffee crash.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat you'll do\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eLearn the essential tools for making matcha\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003ePractise the proper way to prepare the tea ritual\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eExperience traditional whisking techniques\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eCreate and enjoy your own matcha\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eCapture aesthetic moments in an immersive setup\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat you'll get\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA bowl of fresh matcha, made by your own hands.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eKnowledge required\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBeginner-friendly — no prior experience needed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat to bring\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eJust come with clean hands :) We'll prepare the rest.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eAdd-on available\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAdd another type of tea for a second brew — \u003cstrong\u003e$8\u003c\/strong\u003e. You can add this when you book (optional).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eSuitable for\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis class is great for individuals and couples, as well as a date idea, team building activity, birthday or hens party.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt also makes a cool gift for her, for mum, for Father's Day, or for couples.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eLocation\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRhodes Central, Walker Street, Rhodes NSW\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nA short walk from Rhodes station.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat guests say\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is one of our newer classes, so here's what guests have said about our other experiences:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eI recently attended a Matcha Making Workshop at The Zen Concept and it was fantastic! We got the chance to learn about the origins of matcha and practised how to prepare it mindfully using the proper technique. All the tools and materials were provided. It was a super practical workshop and inspired me to make matcha at home instead of always buying it at the coffee shop. I bought the workshop voucher as a gift for a family member — we went together and it was a wonderful bonding experience. Highly recommend!\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e— Natalie Saar, attended July 2026\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eGreat vibe with plenty of good info for this newbie.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e— Karenssa Legear, attended June 2026\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eI enjoyed discovering a lot about matcha and the session was very fun. Our host is so knowledgeable and made it easy for us to understand and try making matcha on our own later at home. I also bought my own matcha kit after the session. By the end you'll have the skills to make matcha yourself, plus the knowledge to choose and store good matcha. 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