Phnom Penh
Once hailed as the Paris of the East, Phnom Penh has since lost its shine and lustre as other quickly industializing cities took over the lead while tragic events such as the Khmer Rouge regime and the Vietnamese occupation led the city into dilapidation. Yet, in the last few years, the country has looked to China for inspiration, and growth is happening at breakneck speed.
Cambodian Boxing
Did you know muay thai originated from the Angkor empire? Learn this deadly martial art from the original masters in Cambodia! You'll learn how to utilize the most effective parts of your body, your fists, elbows, feet and knees for the most impact.
Daily 10.30am, 1 & 4pm | 2hrs |2-7pax | US$17
Pottery
Always wanted to make your own pots and flower vases? Now you can! At only a fraction of the cost, learn the entire process of hand-making pottery and the intricate carvings decorating it.
Daily 10.30am | 2-3hrs |2-7pax | US$14
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Cambodian Desserts
Cambodian desserts have yet to make it to the mainstream, with only the locals having access to it in the local street stalls. It is however a very complex and sophisticated cuisine that will surprise your every tastebud. Yet, it is surprisingly simple to prepare. Come try it for yourself and be delighted!
Daily 10.30am & 1pm | 3-4hrs |2-7pax | US$20
Cambodian Cooking
Cambodian cuisine always offers an explosion of flavours. With the many types of spices and a whole range of cooking techniques, Cambodian cooking ranks as one of the most sophisticated types in the world. Learn how to make coconut milk lemongrass and many other spices do your bidding!
Daily 9am & 1pm| 5hrs |2-12pax | US$27
Apsara Dancing
The staple in the Angkor empire, apsara dancing was performed frequently for the royalty many years ago. Few people know the true original techniques of Apsara dancing today, but here you'll be able to learn from one of the masters who obtained their skills through generations of passing it down.
Daily 10.30am, 1 & 4pm | 1-2hrs |2-7pax | US$17
Coconut Carving
Coconut husks are one of the most useful raw material in Cambodia. Not only is it plentiful, it is also very strong and posseses beautiful grain patterns. Try carving a keychain or anything you fancy from coconut wood, you'll be surprised how easy it is and how nice it'll turn out.
Daily 10.30am, 1 & 4pm | 2-3hrs |2-7pax | US$14
Pencil Drawing
Always impressed by how artists could just sketch up a beautiful image with just a single pencil? You don't have to! In a single lesson you'll be able to learn a variety of techniques that will enable you to sketch most images you want to!
Daily 10.30am| 2-3hrs |2-7pax | US$14
Water Colour
As sophisticated as it looks, it is actually very simple, and requires no 'artistic talent'. Art, like many other disciplines can be easily learnt. You'll be surprised how just a few simple techniques will allow you to re-create such a beautiful piece of work. This type of water colour is also unique to Cambodia.
Daily 10.30am | 2-3hrs |2-7pax | US$14
Khmer Massage
One of the most soothing and comfortable massage styles in the world, khmer massage promises to help your body relax and recover from strenuous activities. Come learn it for yourself and perform it for your friends and family back home. That's the ultimate show of love.
Daily 10.30am, 1 & 4pm | 2-3hrs |2-6pax | US$17
Shadow Puppeting
The Southeast-Asian version of puppets is shadow puppeting! Shadow puppeting is a centuries old way of telling stories before technology came along. Learn how to tell a simple story with a short lesson on shadow puppeting and impress your family back home!
Daily 10.30am, 1 & 4pm | 1-2hrs |2-7pax | US$17
Leather Carving
These leather carvings are made from a single piece of leather, painstakingly carved and painted to create these beautiful works of art. Primarily used for shadow pupppeting, the holes give depth to the show. It is often used as home decorations as well.
Daily 10.30am, 1 & 4pm | 2-3hrs |2-7pax | US$30
Drums
Used in all the big occasions in Cambodia, these quintessential drums are a staple in Cambodians' lives. While similar in style to the samba drums of South America and the African drums, it retains a very special SouthEast Asian flavour to it.
Daily 10.30am, 1 & 4pm | 1-2hrs |2-7pax | US$17
Everytime you visit the city again it shows you a different side. The khmer people though retain their warmth and welcoming hospitality despite all these. There's never been a better to time to visit Phnom Penh and soak up all the culture before it is all lost to globalization. Here's our pick of the best courses and experiences available in Phnom Penh!