Top 9 Workshops & Classes in Slovenia

1.Ljubljana Stand-Up Paddle Boarding Lesson and Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 281 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $71Our pick

Start at Špica Caffe and paddle into central Ljubljana for two hours with a certified instructor such as Spela or Matt. You’ll learn SUP basics, use Red Paddle Co. gear, pass Dragon Bridge and the Triple Bridge, and get photo memories. The tour suits beginners, but it depends on safe weather and enough bookings.

“Msya was a really kind calm person and made sure everyone in the group was well looked adter and had fun”

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2.Lake Bled Stand-Up Paddle Boarding Lesson and Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 155 reviews · from $80

Meet your Bananaway SUP guide at Mala Zaka at 9:00 a.m. for a two-hour Lake Bled outing. You’ll learn the basics, paddle toward Bled Island, view Bled Castle from the water, play balance games, swim if you wish, and receive tour photos afterward. Gear and instruction are included.

“Naja, our guide was excellent. Technically proficient and aware of safety and rules. But most importantly she was fun ! She adjusted the group activity accordingly! The venue, weather on the day, the setting… it will be hard to top this!”

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3.Private Mediterranean Fish Cooking Workshop with Irena

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 118 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $199

Spend about four hours with Irena at Fonda Fish Garden near Portorož, learning to judge freshness, fillet seabass, prepare raw fish, cook mussels and seafood pasta, and make a full Mediterranean meal. This private English-language workshop includes ingredients, cookware, recipes, water, lunch or dinner, and a seasonal dessert.

“At Fonda we had the chance to organise our team building with Revestum d.o.o. and it was hands down one of the best experiences we could have imagined. Beautiful atmosphere, very informative and above all, an extremely tasty experience!”

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4.Traditional Slovenian štrukelj Cooking Class

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 58 reviews · 3 hours · from $70

Spend three hours in Ljubljana learning to make traditional Slovenian štrukelj with Luka or Jan. You will prepare a grandmother’s recipe, taste local wine liquor, prosciutto, cheese, and other specialties, then eat your creation and take leftovers home. The small group, capped at 10, leaves plenty of time for cooking questions and Slovenia tips.

“Luka was a great host and teacher. He even provided recommendations for local restaurants afterwards. We had a great time and enjoyed the food.”

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5.sLOVEnian Strukelj Traditional Cooking Class

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 10 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $72

Spend about three hours with Luka, a local Slovenian cook, making štrukelj from a family recipe. You’ll share cheese, prosciutto, drinks, and local stories while the dish cooks, then eat your dessert with buttered breadcrumbs and sweet white wine. The class runs in English for up to 10 people.

“My partner and I took part in this incredible experience and I could not recommend it enough. Luka was so welcoming and friendly and also incredibly knowledgeable about Slovenia! We had such an amazing time making the strukliji and we will both take what we’ve learnt home having gained the skill - we also got to try an excellent selection of local wine and foods. Such an incredible end to our trip!”

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6.Everyday Yoga Class, Soča (Bovec)

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 9 reviews · 1 hour 15 minutes (approx.) · from $18Best value

Meet Petra at Soča 111 for a 75-minute outdoor yoga class in the Soča Valley. Expect Hatha-based movement, stretching, breathing, and possibly meditation, with the setting arranged around the weather and group. Beginners and experienced practitioners are welcome, and classes may take place near the Soča River or at Petra’s outdoor yoga hall.

“Petra’s a yoga class was such a pleasure. We felt at ease, well stretched and calm after the class, which she flexibly arranged by the Soča river. So if you’re looking to stretch your body after hiking, rafting, canyoning or simply looking to do something different in Bovec she is the one. Thank you for this beautiful experience!”

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7.One Day Ski Touring Workshop

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 5 reviews · 1 day (approx.) · from $366

Spend a full day learning ski touring near Mojstrana, Bled, and the Upper Sava Valley. Kofler Sport provides skis, skins, boots, poles, ski crampons, and avalanche gear, then takes you into the Karawanks or Julian Alps for hands-on practice with a mountain guide. Groups are limited to six.

“I had an amazing time! The tour was fantastic, the guide was excellent, and everything went perfectly. I’ll happily recommend you to everyone!”

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8.Belokranjska Pogača Cooking Class

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 4 reviews · 2 hours · from $53

Join Luka for a two-hour, hands-on class in Central Slovenia and learn to make Belokranjska Pogača, a savory bread from Bela Krajina. You’ll hear about Slovenian culture, knead and shape your own dough, wait for it to rise, then bake and taste the finished bread. English and Slovenian instruction, small groups, and wheelchair access make this an easy cultural stop.

“Super bé, ens va ensenyar cuina i cultura d'Eslovenia. Es molt bon chef I sap com tracta nens i adolescents. Molt bona experiencia.”

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9.Interactive Workshop with Experienced Weaver

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 3 reviews · 1h 15m

Meet experienced weaver Mojca Tomšič at her Ljubljana studio beside the Slovene Ethnographic Museum. In a private 75-minute session, she introduces Slovenian weaving, demonstrates the loom, and guides you in making a small purse from Slovenian wool. English, German, and Slovenian are available.

“very interesting moment, my first time in front of a loom ! I really had a great time.”

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