Adult Classes
Adult Classes and Activities
No matter your interests, the San Antonio Botanical Garden is sure to offer a class that intrigues you. Bring out your artistic side with classes in photography or botanical soap making. Within the gardening offerings, you can learn how to design a landscape that supports wildlife or conserves water. Imagine doing yoga surrounded by the beauty of nature. And with the classes available in the culinary track, enjoy a make-your-own-pizza night for the whole family, or impress your friends by learning to make your own jelly and wine.
CPE Courses: A portion of the adult classes offered by the San Antonio Botanical Garden provide Continuing Professional Education (CPE) credits. Opportunities vary throughout the year — please see the calendar for specific classes that qualify.
Culinary Classes
The Zachry Foundation Culinary Garden and CHEF Teaching Kitchen offers a garden-to-table experience that deepens the connections between gardening, plant-based cooking, and cuisines from around the world.
Upcoming Adult Classes
Read the Garden’s Registration and Cancellation Policies for information about member discounts, refunds, and more.
Drop-in Guided Tour: Texas WaterSaver Garden
Weekly on Fridays, September – October | 9 – 10 a.m. Weekly on Fridays in November – December (excludes Fridays, November 28 & December 26) | 10 – 11 a.m. Be inspired at the Botanical Garden and learn about the best seasonal plants and design tips for creating a beautiful, drought-tolerant landscape. Fee: Free with […]
Morning Flow with Krystal
Start off your Saturday with a stretch flow yoga class in the Garden! Bring your own mat and enjoy a rejuvenating session taught by Krystal Richmond. This class is suitable for all experience levels to enjoy. Ages 13+. Instructor: Krystal Richmond, owner of Flowing with Krystal Fee: Free with Garden admission and membership. Limited space. […]
Chair Yoga with Lara
Begin your weekend with a gentle chair yoga class in our indoor classroom. This class focuses on gentle movements, breathing techniques, and meditation to promote flexibility, strength, balance, and stress reduction. Bring a water bottle and enjoy a relaxing session taught by Lara Ortiz. This class is suitable for all levels and is ideal for […]
The Good, the Bad, and the Ugly
Saturday, November 15, 2025 | 10 – 11:30 a.m. Bexar County Master Gardeners will answer questions and concerns about participants’ efforts to develop a Fall/Winter garden. Participants will be encouraged to share their gardening successes as well as their challenges. Resources for vegetable gardening will be shared, and a tour of the San Antonio Botanical […]
Drop-in Guided Tour: Texas Native Grass Walk
Saturdays, October 11 – December 13, 2025 (excludes October 25) | 11 a.m. – 12 p.m. Unearth the grand world of Texas native grasses and learn how to properly identify them. On our walk through the Garden and the Texas Hill Country Trail you will learn the many benefits of planting native grasses in your […]
Family Workshop: Printed Autumnal Banner
Saturday, November 15, 2025 | 11 a.m. – 1 p.m. Celebrate the botanical beauty of the fall season by making lasting impressions of leaves on your own fabric wall hanging! In this hands-on workshop, participants will learn how to monoprint from nature selected and preserved right from the Garden. Educators will guide families through the […]
Culinary Passport Rome: Guest Chef Manuella Donatone
Saturday, November 15, 2025 | 12 – 2 p.m. Nestled in the mountains of southeastern Italy lies Molise, a region near Rome that our guest chef Manuella Donatone calls home. Manuella will be joining the Culinary Team this afternoon to cook up some of her favorites that will be a perfect pairing for a crisp November […]
Orchid Care Workshop
Saturday, November 15, 2025 | 1 – 2:30 p.m. Join Alex McLeod, president of the Alamo Orchid Society, for an informative workshop on orchid care. Learn the basics of caring for orchids and get practical tips on watering, repotting and identifying common problems. Curious about your orchid’s health? Bring photos and Alex will gladly take […]
Nature Journaling and Mini-Forest Bathing
Ignite your curiosity at our Forest Bathing and Nature Journaling event. Start with a guided nature journaling session, awakening your inner scientist and artist by observing and documenting the intricate details of the surrounding natural world. Learn how this practice enhances mindfulness, improves observation skills, and deepens connections to nature. Then unwind with a mini […]
Nia Joy of Movement
Sunday, November 16, 2025 | 9 – 10 a.m. A powerful fusion of dance, martial arts, and mindfulness practices, Nia is a fun, holistic movement & wellness practice addressing every aspect of life – body, mind, and soul. Something for all ages and all bodies, Nia is cardiovascular with an emphasis on breath, using great music […]
Garden Sound Bath
Third Sunday of every month through December | 2 – 3:30 p.m. Participate in a restorative journey through sound with Pamela Martinez, musician, and educator. This group meditation utilizes the vibrational power of sound to hold space for a time to tune into our higher selves while allowing the body to rest and digest. When […]
Drop-in Guided Tour: Birds of Texas
Weekly on Wednesdays | October 1 – December 17, 2025 | 8 – 9:30 a.m. Learn about resident and migrant birds at the San Antonio Botanical Garden. Discover bird characteristics and requirements, such as food, nesting, and protection. Also, learn which native plants you can add to your landscape to attract birds. Fee: Free with admission and […]
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