Study Smarter, Achieve More. Essential Study Techniques Every Student Should Know.
If you are looking for ways to help your son or daughter with their studies then our Essential Study Skills Course will equip them with the knowledge, skills and confidence to study more effectively and achieve better results.
Designed and delivered in person by Australian Memory Record Breaker Chris Lyons, this fun, fast-paced 1 Day Study Skills Course gives high school students of all ages simple, practical techniques to overcome procrastination and approach their studies in a more organised and efficient way, helping them achieve better marks in assignments, tests and exams.
Focused on the three key areas every high school student should know - Memory Skills, Speed Reading and Effective Note-taking - students discover how to learn new information quickly and easily using simple yet powerful study techniques many other students are never ever shown.
Plus the course is relaxed, friendly and fun!
Each course is limited to just 12 students or less.
Zoom - Sunday 8 December
Melbourne - Tuesday 14 January
Zoom - Sunday 19 January
Brisbane - Wednesday 22 January
Brisbane - Thursday 23 January
1 Place Left
Sydney - Saturday 25 January
Sydney - Saturday 1 March
Zoom - Sunday 9 March
Brisbane - Thursday 10 April
Melbourne - Tuesday 15 April
Zoom - Thursday 17 April
Sydney - Sunday 27 April
"I learned more in a day than I would in a year at school."
Tristan Launder, Year 10 Student, Wanniassa High School
"Absolutely amazing, unbelievably helpful. I am shocked how much this has helped me. I learnt so much in just one day."
Jenna Oerder, Year 9 Student, Canberra Girls Grammar
"This course was extraordinary! I learned so many helpful study, reading and memory techniques. I recommend this course to anyone in high school."
Julia Aruci, Year 8 Student, Melbourne Girls Grammar
"The best class I have had. Also the most useful. Now I will be able to remember more plus the techniques for learning are surprisingly fun."
Fred Langley, Year 10 Student, Melbourne Grammar
"Just to let you know Daniel has been using the techniques you taught him. A few weeks ago he read a non-fiction book, about 300 pages from cover to cover, over a weekend which he would never have done before. So thank you very much."
Davina Noakes, Parent, Melbourne
"I learned so much from this workshop which will change my life forever. Taught me necessary study skills I will use for the rest of my studies. Chris was an amazing teacher."
Aidan Clarry, Year 9 Student, St. Benedicts College Brisbane
"Incredibly beneficial! For the first time coming out of a learning activity I don't feel brain dead or overwhelmed, I feel powerful and ready to tackle year 12."
Lauren Steyger, Year 11 Student, Victoria
"Thanks so much Chris. The kids were buzzing and not only learned a lot but enjoyed themselves as well! To quote Arielle directly, "I thought it was going to be a boring lecture but we learned heaps and Chris was really fun and entertaining!""
Stephanie Barros, Parent, Year 7 and 10 Students
"Such a valuable experience! Chris kept everyone engaged and thanks to this the course was very enjoyable. I would recommend this to anyone and everyone as I learned fantastic techniques which will be helpful in every aspect of my studies."
Amy Seiler, Year 12 Student, Brisbane
"A quick note to thank you again for accepting Gabriel and Antonios into your course on Wednesday. With the plethora of courses and material advertised, for most parents working out which courses are good and which are not, is tricky. So when a teenager says “That's the most useful course I've been to”, you know you're on the right track! Thank you for sharing your skills and expertise."
Sos, Sydney Parent
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Brisbane - Airport International Motel, 528 Kingsford-Smith Drive, Hamilton Google Map
Melbourne - Metropole Hotel, 44 Brunswick Street, Fitzroy Google Map
Sydney - Hannaford Community Centre, 608 Darling Street, Rozelle Google Map
For online courses we use Zoom which runs in any web browser and on any device. The week prior to the course date we will send you a Zoom link for the workshop together with the course handouts in one easy-to-print PDF document. Learn more about Gloo Zoom sessions.
"My daughter attended your study skills course over the weekend in Brisbane. When I first informed her about the course, she was certainly not bursting with enthusiasm. 7 hours? On a Saturday? etc. However, the result was monumentally different. I have seldom seen her as positive about anything. The whole day was a revelation, and even seems to have lifted her self-esteem (which is not high). So thank you, far, far more than I and she could have hoped to expect."
Karyn Duff, Parent, Brisbane
"Was mind-blowing. Never thought in a million years I would be able to remember that much. Definitely going to use it for exams. Thanks heaps!"
Rachel, Year 11 Student, Cromwell, New Zealand
"Amazing. This has helped me more than I could help myself."
Brian, Year 7 Student, Reservoir High School
"Better than any lecture I have had at school. Nothing that wasn't useful."
Alex Spence, Year 9 Student, Cannon Hill Anglican College Brisbane
"I feel so much more prepared for year 11, amazing what you can achieve in one day. Complete strangers became friends, tons of laughs and encouragement."
Ricardo Beatriz-Wulfhorst, Year 10 Student, Northern Beaches Christian School
"Most valuable experience of my life."
David Tairych, Year 12 Student, Mooroolbark College Melbourne
"A great and memorable experience. I recommend it to all students especially if you are starting to feel the stress of high school workload."
Rachel Betts, Year 11, Mount St. Michael's College
"I wish our teachers were capable of teaching so well."
Anastasia Hruszowski, Year 9 Student, St. Columbus College
"Just wanted to thank you for providing the kids with such a great day of learning. On the way to you, we encountered a little bit of resistance. The trip home was markedly different, both expressing that this course is the most useful and outstanding program that they have ever attended, quoting facts and ways that they can incorporate your suggestions into their routines. Well done!"
Natasha Callan, Sydney Parent
"An update on J's results, as she has completed her exams now. She has just received her semester exam with a result of 90%. I have a very happy daughter. I would have no hesitation in recommending your course to other parents and students. You have my sincerest gratitude for helping my hard working teen work more efficiently for the results she hoped for."
L.L., Melbourne Parent
This Study Skills Course is designed and delivered in person by founder of Gloo, Chris Lyons, who doubled the Australian Memory Record by reciting Pi to 4,400 places without error. Chris has appeared on The Today Show, A Current Affair, Today Tonight, ABC TV and demonstrated how effective Memory Improvement, Speed Reading and Study Skills techniques can be on radio stations all around Australia.
An experienced trainer and facilitator, Chris has been sought out to deliver training for many large organisations including McGrath Real Estate, Bendigo Adelaide Bank, the Royal Australasian College of Physicians, J.P.Morgan, Deutsche Bank, the Productivity Commission and the AFP.
Chris also has over 10 years' commercial experience gained in senior management roles in large Australian and UK companies before starting to design and deliver Gloo Training Programs in 2003.
Over the last 21 years Chris has delivered hundreds of public workshops and private programs showing high school students how to study more effectively and achieve better grades. Here is a just small selection of comments from students who have already attended this Study Skills Course.
"Thanks to this I should be able to pass my HSC."
Josephine Munz, Year 10 Student, Sydney
"Thanks so much for the workshop. Ethan did not want to go but at the end he told me he enjoyed it so much and learned a lot, particularly the reading skills. It’s a great program. I really hope more people can benefit from it."
Ida Wu, Canberra Parent
"Chris is an amazing guy. His special techniques for reading, memorising and note-taking will really help me during the remainder of my studies."
Lucas Nguyen, Year 11 Student, Sydney Grammar School
"Simply amazing."
Ryan Higgins, Year 12 Student, Mooroolbark College Melbourne
"This course was a real eye-opener and game-changer in how to memorise and read effectively using the techniques we were taught."
Veliko Dimitrov, Year 11 Student, Padua College Brisbane
"Why didn't we learn this in school? These techniques really should be taught to every student in the country!"
David Eastwood, Melbourne Parent & Company Director
"Fantastic! Learnt new techniques that schools don't inform you of... excellent."
Sasha Paterson, Year 11 Student, Clayfield College Brisbane
"I am terrible at studying and writing notes. I had no techniques. Today has provided me with plenty of techniques. Thank you!!"
Manny, Year 10 Student, Sydney
"Chris's systematic approach shows students why and how specific study techniques deliver the skills required for optimal operation in presentations, assessment tasks and exams. With our new skills we could definitely read and memorise more quickly and effectively. The exercises were fun for the students and everyone improved their performance."
Louella Barnes, Owner/Director, Phonics English Language Tutoring
"I wanted to let you know that Tat really enjoyed the workshop today. I didn't expect her to come home so enthused. She now feels much more confident about her ability to study. So thanks very much for putting together such useful information in such an engaging manner."
Kirsti, Sydney Parent, Year 8 Student
After the course, students also receive free access to the Essential Study Skills 7 day Online Follow-up Program which provides them with a simple, easy-to-follow way to further practise, reinforce and apply what they learn during the workshop, if they feel they need it. Students can access the Follow-up Program immediately after the workshop or at any future date if they prefer.
"This workshop will really help me for the next two years of year 11 and 12. I can't wait for the holidays to be over so I can go back to school and apply all of these study skills. Thank you."
Grace McLean, Year 11 Student, Mudgee High School
"A fantastic 1 day course for your children to significantly improve their study skills. Fun filled format with active participation by students. Useful reference materials to take away and apply to future studies. Thanks Chris for an enjoyable day with lots of learning."
Cathy Thomson, Parent, Year 8 Student
"Excellent study tips about reading and note-taking, incredibly useful and helpful. It has definitely increased my reading speed with simple, easy steps that are explained nicely. Very enjoyable, entertaining and useful."
Sam Wyatt, Year 12 Student, Geelong Grammar School
"I really enjoyed this workshop. I have trouble when it comes to studying. This workshop has given me some very useful memory techniques that will help me when I need to study for exams. I would recommend it to any other person who is struggling with exams."
Meadhibh Sheehy, Year 10 Student, Rosebank College Sydney
"Chris gave me massive insight in to how students can study effectively. The things that I learnt will be beneficial not just for my business but for every day activities. A fantastic day which was well worth it. Thank you!"
Kylie Mullins, Director, A Stress Free HSC
"I just wanted to thank you for the workshop. William thought the content was great and your delivery was fantastic. William’s school is starting unit 1 of grade 11 next term and he has given himself a big goal for what he wants to study at university which will require a very good ATAR score. So he will need to use every second to study effectively and efficiently. He feels confident now he will be able to do that!"
Di, Brisbane Parent, Year 10 Student
Information updated daily and correct as at 2024. Our next High School Study Skills Courses are taking place in:
Zoom - 9am to 3.30pm (Sydney time) on Sunday 8 December 2024
Check start time in Your Location
Bookings Open, Maximum 6 Students, Places Available
Melbourne - 9am to 3.30pm on Tuesday 14 January 2025
The Metropole Hotel, 44 Brunswick Street, Fitzroy Google Map
Bookings Open, Maximum 10 Students, Places Available
Zoom - 9am to 3.30pm (Sydney time) on Sunday 19 January 2025
Check start time in Your Location
Bookings Open, Maximum 6 Students, Places Available
Brisbane - 9am to 3.30pm on Wednesday 22 January 2025
Airport International Motel, 528 Kingsford-Smith Drive, Hamilton Google Map
Bookings Open, Maximum 8 Students, Places Available
Brisbane - 9am to 3.30pm on Thursday 23 January 2025
Airport International Motel, 528 Kingsford-Smith Drive, Hamilton Google Map
Bookings Open, Maximum 12 Students, 1 Place Left
Sydney - 9am to 3.30pm on Saturday 25 January 2025
Hannaford Community Centre, 608 Darling Street, Rozelle Google Map
Bookings Open, Maximum 12 Students, Places Available
Sydney - 9am to 3.30pm on Saturday 1 March 2025
Hannaford Community Centre, 608 Darling Street, Rozelle Google Map
Bookings Open, Maximum 12 Students, Places Available
Zoom - 9am to 3.30pm (Sydney time) on Sunday 9 March 2025
Check start time in Your Location
Bookings Open, Maximum 6 Students, Places Available
Brisbane - 9am to 3.30pm on Thursday 10 April 2025
Airport International Motel, 528 Kingsford-Smith Drive, Hamilton Google Map
Bookings Open, Maximum 12 Students, Places Available
Melbourne - 9am to 3.30pm on Tuesday 15 April 2025
The Metropole Hotel, 44 Brunswick Street, Fitzroy Google Map
Bookings Open, Maximum 10 Students, Places Available
Zoom - 9am to 3.30pm (Sydney time) on Thursday 17 April 2025
Check start time in Your Location
Bookings Open, Maximum 6 Students, Places Available
Sydney - 9am to 3.30pm on Sunday 27 April 2025
Hannaford Community Centre, 608 Darling Street, Rozelle Google Map
Bookings Open, Maximum 12 Students, Places Available
The High School Study Skills Course can also be done as a Private 1 To 1 Program in Sydney, Lismore or via Zoom at a time of your choosing throughout the year, covering the exact same content and techniques 1 To 1 Study Skills Program Details.
Here are the answers to some frequently-asked questions about this High School Study Skills Course. If you have other questions before you book a place for your son or daughter, feel free to call us on 02 7229 4920.
The Study Skills Course comprises numerous short sessions of 40 to 50 minutes, each introducing one or several key study strategies or techniques, with frequent short breaks in between to help students remain attentive and focused. The strategies and techniques introduced in the sessions build one on another through the course of the day. Continual review and reinforcement in a fun, engaging, non-threatening way is used to check learning and ensure retention of the key ideas covered.
Absolutely. In fact, many students not only remark how valuable the course was but also how the day seemed to fly by. And it does, in part because of the way in which the course is structured but also because students are introduced to new and highly effective ways to learn in a fun, relaxed and humorous fashion.
In a word, yes. This Study Skills Course is designed to help high school students study more effectively and improve their grades regardless of their age. It is especially beneficial for students in years 10 to 12 preparing for the VCE, HSC or QCE.
That said, the earlier students are exposed to effective study techniques the sooner they can benefit from them. Which is why this program is designed to equip students with key, lifelong learning skills and is delivered in a fun and easy-to-follow way so that students from years 7, 8 and 9 can benefit from the program just as much as students in years 10 to 12.
Yes. Students receive an A4 Study Skills Binder which builds up through the course of the day with handouts inserted summarising the key ideas and techniques as they are discussed and activities undertaken. The binder is divided in to key sections reflecting the main techniques covered and serves as an important and easy to use review and reference document after the program.
For Zoom courses, students receive in advance an easy-to-print PDF containing all of the handouts used as part of the day. They will also, at the end of the course, have an easy to follow action plan to help them practise and build upon their new skills.
No. For online courses we use Zoom which runs in any web browser and on any device, which means students simply need a computer or tablet with a webcam and microphone to take part. To learn more about Zoom Click Here.
We’ve been running online courses for adults and students for many years and they are a great alternative to face-to-face courses. The week prior to the course date we will send you a Zoom link to access your online course, together with the course handouts in one easy-to-print PDF document.
Some students find it helpful to have a structured, step-by-step way to review and apply what they learn after the course. The Online Follow-up Program provides this. It consists of access to a special web page each day for seven days and gets students to actively review and use what they learned during the course at no extra charge, a valuable bonus.
For face-to-face courses, our preference is to limit attendance at the course to just students, as some students can feel uncomfortable with other parents sitting in the room and observing. If you feel that it is important for your son or daughter that you are also there for the day, then please contact us so we can see whether we can accommodate your request. For online courses this is not an issue and parents are welcome to sit in.
Yes. If your son or daughter learns better one to one then a Gloo Private Program may be the right choice. For this reason we also offer this course as an individually focused Private Program in which we cover the exact same ideas, strategies and techniques as in the group course, plus 1 To 1 Programs can take place any time during the year in Sydney, Lismore or via Zoom. For more details please visit 1 To 1 Private Study Skills Program.
Yes. This course is delivered in person by founder of Gloo, Chris Lyons, who has completed all required Working With Children checks, including police checks, and meets all Working With Children requirements in each of the states in which we operate. Furthermore, we have been running courses now for 21 years without a single issue.
"Very useful. Would recommend it to everyone. Doesn't matter how old you are. Highly enjoyable."
Nick Davis, Year 9 Student, Barker College Sydney
"Loved it! I now know how to read faster and study more efficiently. Chris is amazing!"
Ricky Nixon, Year 12 Student, Upper Yarra Secondary College Melbourne
"Great workshop. I already have the skills necessary to memorise most things at school, at home, this truly will benefit me for the future. I recommend this for any other students who struggle to revise."
Hugh Faulkner, Year 11 Student, Geelong Grammar School
"It was an interesting course with many techniques that I will be able to transfer to my studies. Would definitely recommend this to others going through their VCE. Thanks Chris."
Liam Toohey, Year 11 Student, Melbourne
"An unusually useful and exhilarating experience that'll leave you with the knowledge to turn C's into A's with little extra effort."
Andrew Verela, Year 11 Student, Iona College Brisbane
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