Why Woodworking?
Welcome to the Adelaide School of Woodwork’s Children’s Workshops! Our classes are designed to introduce children to the wonderful world of woodworking, using traditional hand tools to create beautiful, functional projects. Woodworking with hand tools offers a unique and enriching experience for children, providing numerous benefits that go beyond simply creating something with their hands.
Skill Development
- Fine Motor Skills: Using hand tools helps children develop fine motor skills and hand-eye coordination. Tasks like measuring, cutting, and assembling require precision and control, which can enhance these essential skills.
- Problem-Solving: Woodworking projects often present challenges that require creative solutions. Children learn to think critically and develop problem-solving skills as they figure out how to bring their ideas to life.
Cognitive Growth
- Focus and Concentration: Working with hand tools demands attention to detail and sustained focus. Children learn the importance of patience and perseverance as they work through their projects step by step.
- Mathematical Concepts: Measuring, calculating, and spatial reasoning are integral parts of woodworking. Children naturally encounter and apply mathematical concepts, reinforcing their understanding in a practical, hands-on way.
Emotional and Social Benefits
- Confidence and Self-Esteem: Completing a woodworking project gives children a sense of accomplishment and pride. The tangible results of their efforts can boost their confidence and self-esteem.
- Teamwork and Communication: Our workshops encourage collaboration and communication. Children often work together, share tools, and exchange ideas, fostering teamwork and social interaction.
Creativity and Imagination
- Creative Expression: Woodworking allows children to express their creativity and imagination. They can design and personalize their projects, exploring their artistic side and bringing their visions to life.
- Innovation: With hand tools, children are free to experiment and innovate. They learn to think outside the box and develop new techniques, nurturing their inventive spirit.
Health and Lifestyle Benefits
- Reduced Screen Time: In an age where children are often glued to screens, woodworking provides a much-needed break. It encourages kids to engage in hands-on, tactile activities that stimulate their senses and creativity.
- Physical Activity: Using hand tools and working with wood involves physical effort, which promotes physical fitness and helps develop strength and coordination.
- Mindfulness and Relaxation: The rhythmic and repetitive actions involved in woodworking can be calming and meditative. It helps children relax, focus, and reduce stress.
About Our Workshops
Our children's workshops are tailored to different age groups and skill levels, ensuring a safe and enjoyable experience for all. Each session is led by experienced instructors who are passionate about woodworking and dedicated to teaching in a fun, engaging way.
Join Us!
Whether your child is a beginner or has some experience, our workshops provide a supportive environment where they can learn, create, and grow. Sign up today and watch your child develop new skills, make new friends, and discover the joy of woodworking with hand tools.
Pricing & Inclusions
See Event Details for Pricing.
Included in the price:
- Tuition
- Facility access and provision
- Materials
- Tea, Coffee & Biscuits available for parents
- PPE required for class
Tools & equipment we may use
May include but not limited to (Depending on the project):
- Layout tools
- Crosscut Saw (Japanese Pull Saw)
- Bench Chisels
- Mallets & Hammers
- Block Plane
- Clamps
- Hand Drill
- Screwdriver
- Workbench
Important Information
- Our Booking Process
To register, visit our booking page, where any current dates will be shown at the top. If no dates appear, there are currently no scheduled times for this workshop. In this case, you may wish to complete the enquiry form below regarding future dates.
Once you've booked with us online, in-store, or over the phone, you'll receive a booking confirmation email. Please allow up to 12 hours for processing. You will always receive an immediate email confirmation with the invoice for your order. If you do not receive this invoice, your booking may have been unsuccessful, and you should contact us.
Once you have received the confirmation from us, please add the date(s) of your class to your calendar to avoid missing it. Additionally, you may be asked to complete an online induction prior to your class. If so, you will receive an email with instructions on how to complete this simple process via our website learning portal.
- Age Restriction
Our Kids Classes are strictly for children aged 4-17
- Photography Restrictions
In accordance with Child Protection Policies, Photography of any child other than your own during our workshops is strictly prohibited. You will be asked if you consent to us taking images of your child during our workshops as part of the booking process.
- Booking Terms & Conditions
Please consider our booking terms prior to booking. Due to our small class sizes and the nature of what we do, we are unable to offer refunds for bookings if you change your mind or simply can no longer attend. If you are unable to attend your booked workshop with us, we'd recommend that you gift your booking to someone else who is able to attend.
Should an event cancellation occur, you will be offered a credit, refund or re-booking.
- What To Bring
- Your own cup or travel mug to make use of our complimentary coffee or tea facilities.
- Water bottle will keep you hydrated and you can refill it with our Puratap.
- Snacks for you and your child are recommended!
What to wear
- Enclosed Shoes are mandatory to enter our workshop, you will flat out be denied entry should you arrive for your class and not have correct footwear with you, this includes both parents and children, weather your are actively participating in the workshop or not.
- Appropriate Clothing must be worn, suitable for the workshop environment. If you have an event to attend after a class with us we'd recommend wearing some overalls.
- We'd recommend any long hair to be tied back and out of the face of the child.