Frequently Asked Questions

Class groups are held at centres according to the preferences of the Tutors or requirements of the Course. Term Programs give details of day, venue and time for all classes.
In most cases, classes are held at the U3A rooms at the Toowoomba Philharmonic Performance Complex located at 7 Matthews St. Harristown, Pittsworth and Crows Nest.   
Others are held in various locations across Toowoomba and Highfields.
In some cases, a minimal charge is made to assist the organisation to pay for a particular venue.

There are two cost components:
Annual Membership Fee:  Please refer to the Membership page for details.
Term Fees: There is a minimal charge per class session to cover the cost of the venue.. This charge is used to pay for the use of a particular venue or facilities.
Fees for classes held at the Philharmonic Performance Centre are payable at the beginning of each term.  The cost is $25.00.

Yes!
Classes are only open to financial members of U3A in Toowoomba Inc.
Why not join.?

NO. Under no circumstances are children allowed at any U3A in Toowoomba Inc. class or activity.

NO. Pets are not permitted under any circumstances unless they are compliant with our “Assistance Animals Policy”.

No!  As long as there are vacancies in a class you can participate in as many as you can fit in

Philharmonic Performance Complex. It is the location of our main offices and is located at 7 Matthews St. Harristown.    
See map below.

No! The Tutor sets the size of their class and when it’s full some classes have a waiting list.

No!  Only directly through the Tutor upon joining U3A. Details can be found in the Course Book or by contacting the office.

  Most classes run during Terms of about eight weeks (4 terms per year).

Anyone over the age of 50 years and retired or semi retired.

Normally approximately 2 hours per class, depending on the class.

There are no examinations, tests or trials