SF Workshop - Basketball Bin - 22/01

Service Description

As part of funding received from The Smith Family, Communities For Children, we proudly offer workshops to people in the community, who meet one of the following criteria: • families with low incomes • young-parent families • jobless families • sole-parent families • Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander families • families from culturally and linguistically diverse communities • families with a parent (or child) who has a disability • families experiencing problems with housing, domestic violence, substance abuse, mental health or child protection. And reside in one of the following suburbs: • Aitkenvale • Currajong • Gulliver • Garbutt • Heatley • Vincent • West End Workshop Overview This project is designed for both boys and girls aged 8 to 12, with no experience required. It offers children a safe and engaging introduction to woodworking and power tool use, giving them a sense of achievement while supporting family connection and shared learning. Parent/Guardian Participation To enhance family bonding and build capacity, a parent or guardian is required to accompany and work alongside each child at no additional cost. Each participating child must be registered in a booked position. Workshop Safety Requirements -Closed-in shoes are required for all participants. -A water bottle is recommended. -Eye and hearing protection will be provided. -Avoid loose clothing or jewellery. -Long hair must be securely tied back. Payment, Eligibility & Booking This workshop is free of charge for participants who meet the program’s eligibility criteria, which must be confirmed at the time of booking. If you do not meet the eligibility criteria, please refer to our website for other group workshops. Spaces are limited, so early booking is encouraged. Recommended Age This workshop is recommended for ages 8 and above, as it involves the use of woodworking tools and equipment. Participants under 18 must have a parent, carer, or support worker present. Workshop Duration The workshop runs for approximately 2 hours. Duration may vary based on the age, experience level, and child-to-parent ratio of participants. Why Woodworking? Woodworking is an excellent way to build your child’s coordination, problem-solving skills, spatial awareness, and creative confidence—while also strengthening the parent-child relationship through shared hands-on activities. Can’t attend? Please tell us.