I'm a current member of the school and first completed the beginners course nearly 30 years ago. Makes me feel old!
The advanced classes are more like a group workshop where you can enjoy a pleasant atmosphere with other enthusiasts. Plenty of great teachers and mentors for advice too

Regards,
Steven
The School of Bonsai is a non profit organisation, offering affordable courses in the art of Bonsai for all grades, from beginner to advanced students.
Classes are offered over four terms (nine weeks each) per year and classes take place at the Don Moore Community Centre at North Rocks on Tuesday (day and night), Wednesday (night), and Thursday (day and night).
The class times are - day 10am-1pm or night 7pm-10pm.
Our years of teaching have shown that in most cases, our new students benefit from commencing with our beginner’s class for a nine week term, even if you have attended a bonsai class elsewhere. Our beginner’s class is very comprehensive and gives a good foundation on which to build your bonsai knowledge.
For more information please visit http://www.schoolofbonsai.com or e-mail us on schoolofbonsai@yahoo.com.au or speak to one of the lecturers or students.
Term dates for 2014 are as follows:
1st Term
Starts Week Commencing 3rd February, 2014
Finishes Week Commencing 24th March, 2014
2nd Term
Starts Week Commencing 28th April, 2014
Finishes Week Commencing 23rd June, 2014
3rd Term
Starts Week Commencing 14th July, 2014
Finishes Week Commencing 8th September, 2014
4th Term
Starts Week Commencing 6th October, 2014
Finishes Week Commencing 1st December, 2014