Teen learning woodworking with instructor at The Feathered Fox Workshop
After School & School Holidays

Kids & Teens Workshops

Real skills. Real projects. Real fun.

After School Programs

Get Off the Screens

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Kids After School

A fun, hands-on after-school program for younger kids to discover the joy of making things with their hands. With a qualified woodwork teacher guiding every session, kids learn real skills in a safe, encouraging environment โ€” and take home something they built themselves.

What you will learn: Basic hand tools, measuring and marking, safe use of a battery drill, simple joinery and sanding to create a take-home project.

When

Wednesdays during school term

Time

3:45pmโ€“5:15pm

Cost

$400 for 10 weeks ยท $50 casual visit

  • * Suitable for ages 10โ€“12.
  • * Maximum 10 participants per session.
  • * Flexibility to keep friends and siblings together โ€” just let us know.
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Teens After School

Designed for teens who want to build real-world skills and create projects they're proud of. A relaxed, supportive space to learn woodworking fundamentals, develop confidence and enjoy a screen-free afternoon like-minded young makers.

What you will learn: Hand and power tools, measuring, marking and cutting timber, battery drill and impact driver, sanding and finishing techniques.

When

Mondays during school term

Time

3:45pmโ€“5:30pm

Cost

$400 for 10 weeks ยท $50 casual visit

  • * Suitable for ages 13โ€“16.
  • * Maximum 10 participants per session.
  • * Flexibility around which group your child joins โ€” just get in touch.
School Holiday Programs

Make the Most of the Holidays

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Kids & Teens Holiday Workshop โ€” Term 3 Week 1

A full-day holiday adventure for kids and teens aged 6โ€“16! Spend the day in the workshop learning new skills, making new friends and building a project โ€” either individually or collaboratively. We'll enjoy a campfire lunch and finish with a fun outdoor activity โ€” the perfect school holiday day out. Please note: a responsible adult must remain on-site for children aged 6โ€“10.

What you will learn: Safe use of hand tools and battery drill, measuring and marking, cutting and sanding timber, assembling and finishing a project individually or as a team.

When

Term 3 โ€” Week 1

Mon 28 Sep โ€” Chair

Tue 29 Sep โ€” Basketball Bin

Wed 30 Sep โ€” Cubby

Thu 1 Oct โ€” Billy Cart

Time

9:00amโ€“3:00pm

Cost

$150 per day

  • * Ages 6โ€“16.
  • * Maximum 10 participants.
  • * Responsible adult must stay on-site for ages 6โ€“10.
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Kids & Teens Holiday Workshop โ€” Term 3 Week 2

Another week of hands-on holiday fun for kids and teens aged 6โ€“16! Work on a great project โ€” individually or collaboratively โ€” build real skills and enjoy a relaxed, creative day in the workshop. We'll share a campfire lunch and squeeze in a fun outdoor activity too. Please note: a responsible adult must remain on-site for children aged 6โ€“10.

What you will learn: Hand and power tools, timber selection, measuring and cutting, joinery techniques, battery drill and impact driver, sanding and finishing โ€” working individually or as a team.

When

Term 3 โ€” Week 2

Mon 5 Oct โ€” Chair

Tue 6 Oct โ€” Basketball Bin

Wed 7 Oct โ€” Cubby

Thu 8 Oct โ€” Billy Cart

Time

9:00amโ€“3:00pm

Cost

$150 per day

  • * Ages 6โ€“16.
  • * Maximum 10 participants.
  • * Responsible adult must stay on-site for ages 6โ€“10.
Special Programs

Something a Little Different

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Lady Tradies

Girls can build too โ€” and they're brilliant at it! Lady Tradies is a special holiday workshop designed to inspire and empower girls to pick up tools, get creative and discover just how capable they are. In a fun, supportive and all-girls environment, participants will design and build their own project, make damper, enjoy a campfire lunch and walk away with a serious sense of pride and confidence.

What you will learn: Hand and power tools, measuring and marking, cutting and assembling timber, sanding and finishing a take-home project.

When

Term 3 โ€” Week 1

Fri 2 Oct

Time

9:00amโ€“3:00pm

Cost

$150

  • * Girls aged 10โ€“16.
  • * Maximum 8 participants.
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Boys in the Shed

A cracking day in the workshop just for boys! Boys in the Shed is a hands-on holiday program where young blokes get to build something seriously cool, get their hands dirty and have a great time doing it. We'll tackle an awesome project, make damper from scratch and gather around the campfire for lunch โ€” the kind of day boys talk about for weeks.

What you will learn: Hand and power tools, measuring, marking and cutting timber, battery drill and impact driver, assembling and finishing a standout take-home project.

When

Term 3 โ€” Week 2

Fri 9 Oct

Time

9:00amโ€“3:00pm

Cost

$150

  • * Boys aged 10โ€“14.
  • * Maximum 10 participants.
Homeschool Programs

Homeschooling TAS

Hands-on woodwork skills for homeschooled kids and teens โ€” 4-week term programs running Thursdays and Fridays.

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Homeschool Woodwork Skills โ€” Ages 6โ€“9 (Thursdays)

A gentle introduction to real woodworking for younger homeschooled kids. Over 4 weekly sessions, children will learn to use tools safely, follow instructions and create their own projects โ€” building confidence, focus and a love of making things with their hands. Full learning outcomes, what to bring and FAQs are available on Eventbrite.

When

4 Thursdays starting 3 September 2026

Time

11:00am โ€“ 1:00pm

Cost

$200 for 4 weeks

  • * Ages 6โ€“9.
  • * Maximum 10 participants.
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Homeschool Woodwork Skills โ€” Ages 10โ€“15 (Thursdays)

A hands-on 4-week program for older homeschooled students to develop real woodworking skills. Participants will work on progressively challenging projects, learning tool use, measurement, joinery and finishing techniques in a supportive workshop environment. Full learning outcomes, what to bring and FAQs are available on Eventbrite.

When

4 Thursdays starting 3 September 2026

Time

1:00pm โ€“ 3:00pm

Cost

$200 for 4 weeks

  • * Ages 10โ€“15.
  • * Maximum 10 participants.
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Homeschool Woodwork Skills โ€” Ages 6โ€“9 (Fridays)

A gentle introduction to real woodworking for younger homeschooled kids, now available on Fridays. Over 4 weekly sessions, children will learn to use tools safely, follow instructions and create their own projects โ€” building confidence, focus and a love of making things with their hands. Full learning outcomes, what to bring and FAQs are available on Eventbrite.

When

4 Fridays starting 4 September 2026

Time

8:30am โ€“ 10:30am

Cost

$200 for 4 weeks

  • * Ages 6โ€“9.
  • * Maximum 10 participants.
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Timber Sisters Homeschool Group

A special 4-week woodworking program just for girls! Timber Sisters is a fun, empowering space where homeschooled girls can discover the joy of building, develop practical skills and make new friends โ€” all in a supportive, all-girls environment. Full learning outcomes, what to bring and FAQs are available on Eventbrite.

When

4 Fridays starting 4 September 2026

Time

10:30am โ€“ 12:30pm

Cost

$200 for 4 weeks

  • * Ages 10โ€“13.
  • * Maximum 10 participants.
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Homeschool Woodwork Skills โ€” Ages 10โ€“15 (Fridays PM)

Another Friday afternoon option for homeschooled teens looking to build real woodworking skills over 4 weeks. Work on meaningful projects, learn to use tools with confidence and take home something you made yourself. Full learning outcomes, what to bring and FAQs are available on Eventbrite.

When

4 Fridays starting 4 September 2026

Time

1:00pm โ€“ 3:00pm

Cost

$200 for 4 weeks

  • * Ages 10โ€“15.
  • * Maximum 10 participants.