Beer and Smoke BBQ Cooking Class: Centennial Park

Learn how to smoke meats and make a four-course meal in Centennial Park!



3 hours Location Centennial Park Class size 1 to 30 (public classes), 20 to 60   $205 (Afterpay available)
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Discover the art of meat smoking at this fun, hands-on cooking class! You’ll prepare a four-course meal with beer tasting along the way. Learn the smoking essentials from a qualified smoking master at one of the most interactive meat smoking classes BBQ School offers!
When you arrive, you’ll be treated to a complimentary beer and snack as the chef and host run you through the class schedule. From there, you’ll be taught the craft of wood-smoking, how to create the perfect rubs, salts and marinades, and bringing techniques so you can get the most out of your meat. You’ll then put your own skills to the test as you prepare and cook a four-course meal of smoked meats and delicious accompaniments.
As the meat is cooking, you’ll indulge in two sample beers, where you’ll learn the different flavour profiles, what separates them, and how to utilise them in your cooking journey.
At the conclusion of the session, you and the class will indulge in the four-course meal you’ve prepared.
On the menu:
  • Pulled Chicken Taco with Corn and Avocado Salsa
  • Smoked Bass Strait Beef Short Ribs with Bourbon Porter Glaze
  • Bass Strait Beef Rump with Jalapeno, Rocket and Herb Oil
  • Smoked Potatoes with Garlic, Rosemary and Sour Cream
These group cooking classes are perfect if you're looking for fun birthday ideas, unique ideas for a bucks party and corporate cooking classes.
Note: BBQ School endeavours to run all classes scheduled. However, occasionally not enough bookings are made to warrant the class proceeding or a circumstance out of our control dictates that the class will not go ahead. In these rare cases, we will contact you at least 48 hours beforehand to offer to transfer your booking to another class and date.

Upcoming dates for Beer and Smoke BBQ Cooking Class: Centennial Park

Times are Sydney time. Dates and prices as of 18 Oct 2026, 5:02pm; availability and price are confirmed live when booking on this page.

6 upcoming dates between 25 Oct 2026 and 7 Feb 2027.

  • Sun 25 Oct 2026, 3pm-6pm
  • Sun 8 Nov 2026, 11am-2pm
  • Sun 29 Nov 2026, 11am-2pm
  • Sat 9 Jan 2027, 2pm-5pm
  • Sun 24 Jan 2027, 2pm-5pm
  • Sun 7 Feb 2027, 2pm-5pm
What you'll get
  • Friendly instruction from a qualified chef
  • You will receive one complimentary beer and two sample beers
  • All ingredients and utensils
  • Use of an apron
  • Enjoy an absolute BBQ Feast during and at the end of your class.
  • Bonus BBQ School online store credit, emailed after classes
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Knowledge required
Perfect for beginners.
What to bring
Please wear closed-in shoes.
Suitable for

This class is great for individuals and couples as well as for a date idea, team building activity, Christmas party, birthday or hens party.

This experience would also be a unique gift for her, gift for mum, Xmas gift or gift for couples.

Location

Fairland Pavilion, Centennial Park - Fairland Pavilion, Grand Drive, Centennial Park NSW

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Recent reviews of Beer and Smoke BBQ Cooking Class: Centennial Park

  • 5/5 from Kelly Jackson, attended Aug 2025: Great Class. Fun and enjoyable. Learnt a lot
  • 4/5 from John Bremner, attended May 2025: The teacher was good. He kept us engaged and gave us the sort of pointers we were looking for. The only issue for the day, was the weather was terrible. It was very cold, with a breeze and rain blowing into the balcony and into the dining room.
  • 5/5 from Evan Fowler, attended Nov 2024: Awesome class!
  • 3/5 from Shaun Trimby, attended Mar 2024: Very man-ish. Questions felt discouraged. Give me more pit masters and less chefs. Did fuck all cooking.
  • 5/5 from Marcus Haines, attended Feb 2024: I got the class as a birthday present and went with a mate. Even though I've been into BBQ and smoking for a few years, I still learnt a new skills. The teacher had a lot of experience in big commercial events and catering; he knew his stuff. The venue was basic, but you don't need much for BBQ. The food cooked was delicious and the beers they had were also really good. A couple of crafty ones including Fixation Pale Ale and Voodoo Ranger IPA. Would happily do another one of their classes.
  • 5/5 from Nathan Krieger, attended Feb 2024: Great dishes, top tips to improve my skills, and fun afternoon. A couple of lovely beers to go with it!
  • 5/5 from Rob Hodgkinson, attended Nov 2023: Enjoyed the course, both chefs were great (and other assistants), ran smoothly. Equipment, drinks, food, supplies were all good and I learnt a lot about smoking. My problem is I only have a gas BBQ (so learnt I really need to also have a smoker if I do this ongoing).
  • 5/5 from Samantha Penman, attended May 2023: I think it was great value for money, you always will learn something you didn’t know before. I thought I knew how to cook a good steak but there’s so many small elements that go into the perfect steak. The teachers were absolutely amazing Willing to answer any questions anyone had and were super chill and funny. Great experience
  • 5/5 from Stacey Kavanagh, attended May 2023: Fun, relaxed, good fun. Recommend. Would like to do future classes on different cooking styles.
  • 5/5 from Bob Olivier, attended Apr 2023: Really informative and fun event. Good atmosphere among those participating. We learned a lot. Highly recommended.
  • 5/5 from Jeff Morehen, attended Jan 2023: Teachers were great, very friendly and helpful - all delivered in a casual and relaxed atmosphere
  • 3/5 from Mitchell Fiander, attended Oct 2022: I was under the impression when booking this class for my husband and providing his allergy requirements that he would still be able to eat most of the food they prepare and cook. Unfortunately being allergic to dairy and majority of the meats beside the steak were all cooked in butter… and potatoes were smothered in sour cream. Wouldn’t recommend if you have an allergy, other than that my dad who was able to enjoy the food was impressed.
  • 5/5 from Genevieve Zeeuw, attended Jul 2022: I had a great time, the teacher was very friendly and informative - I didn't know anything about smoking so was happy to leave with some knowledge on how to get started!
  • 5/5 from Matthew Dezius, attended Jun 2022: Ross was a great instructor and really helped with understanding the principles of cooking. Food was amazing. Would definitely recommend. Worth what you pay
  • 5/5 from Allen, attended Jun 2022: Great class no matter what level of bbq cooking experience you have. Very knowledgeable teschers who answer any questions no matter how silly they may be.
  • 5/5 from Samuel Sentongo, attended Jun 2022: Teachers were great and they encouraged us to ask loads of questions. that was helpful.
  • 4/5 from Audrey Bogdanovic, attended May 2022: Overall a great afternoon out, the teacher was very knowledgeable, great for those who dont want to get too hands on.
  • 5/5 from Karan, attended Mar 2022: The whole experience was engaging and enjoyable. We were given loads of free alcohol throught and the instructors were very knowledgeable and eager to share their expertise. We also got very hands on with the preparation which was a nice touch
  • 4/5 from Pavitra Vobilisetty, attended Mar 2022: The Chefs were awesome! We get to only be hands-on with the sides and not with the actual meat.
  • 5/5 from Dave Manders, attended Jan 2022: Fabulous presentation/demonstrations by the chefs. Well run program. We learned some great tips on bbq smoking! The venue was set in Centennial Park, a beautiful spot. Highly recommended.
  • 5/5 from John Bennett, attended Nov 2021: Very enjoyable experience. Tasty food, relaxed atmosphere. A great place to hold such an event.
  • 5/5 from Jason Bastide, attended Feb 2021: Great value for money, teacher/chef was very approachable and willing to share info, tips and tricks. Good facilities, good length class. Very happy and warm environment. Very much enjoyed myself.
  • 4/5 from Annika Waugh, attended Dec 2020: Teacher was great! Super knowledgeable. Food was awesome! Not as hands on as I thought it would be, and you only get 1 drink before they start charging you $8 per drink.
  • 5/5 from David Leevers, attended Nov 2020: Good value for money. The Chef's were awesome, great tips and advice. Would recommend this course.
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BBQ Cooking Classes, Corporate Events & Catering. Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Caberra, Perth and the Hunter Valley.
BBQ School was founded in 2004 by internationally trained chef and passionate foodie Ben Farley who identified that while many Aussies were really into cooking on the BBQ, most only had one or two recipes they knew how to cook really well.
Showing keen BBQ’ers how to prepare and confidently cook a collection of simple, effective and tasty recipes was the best way forward and so in 2004 Ben turned his back on a career in Sydney and London high profile restaurants and founded BBQ School.
In our classes, we assume no knowledge but have found that the more a student knows about BBQ cooking, the more they learn from our experienced chef presenters.
To date around 90, 000 people have been taught through the BBQ School.
Our head office is in Willoughby, Sydney but we also operate regular classes in Sydney's Centennial Park, Melbourne, Brisbane and the Hunter Valley and each year the School continues to grow in response to people who wish to cook with more flair when entertaining.
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