Program Overview
The Kids Woodworking Academy is a progressive, school-year-long program designed for children aged 10 and up.
It begins with a 10-week Foundations Term that introduces essential woodworking skills through hands-on practice, creative projects, and play-based learning.
Students who complete the Foundations Term may continue into Term 2 and Term 3, where they’ll explore advanced skills such as 3D design, sharpening, and safe power tool use.
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What They Will Learn
Core Topics Covered in Term 1
✔ Understanding wood types: softwood, hardwood, manufactured
✔ Tool safety and proper use of clamps, hand saws, and planes
✔ Marking and measuring accurately
✔ Creative building challenges
✔ Sketching and design fundamentals
✔ Building confidence through teamwork and independent practice
Our Approach
We don’t just teach woodworking, we build creative confidence.
Each session includes:
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Recap games and logic-based challenges
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Demonstrations from expert tutors
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Guided hands-on practice
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Freedom to experiment and create
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A relaxed and encouraging group setting
Students earn points throughout the course for effort, participation, and creative thinking. Prizes are awarded to top performers.
Hear from Our Young Makers
Watch our students talk about their favorite projects, what they’ve learned, and why they love coming to the workshop every week.
Course Schedule & Structure
Course Schedule & Structure
🗓️ Foundations Term begins: Friday, 12 September 2025
📆 Term Length: 10 weeks
🕒 Sessions: Weekly on Fridays (1h45')
📍 Location: The Makers Society, Ras Al Khor Industrial Area 3, Dubai
Academic Year Structure
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Term 1 (Foundations): Sept–Nov
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Term 2 (Intermediate): Jan–Mar (optional continuation)
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Term 3 (Advanced): Apr–Jun (optional continuation)
Students may enroll in one term or continue across all three terms for a full academic year of progressive woodworking education.
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Course Fee
Foundations Term (10 Weeks): AED 3,000
(That’s just AED 300 per session — for 1 hour and 45 minutes of immersive, skill-building education led by expert instructors).
What's Included
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10 hands-on sessions (17.5+ hours total)
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All wood, consumables, and safety materials
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Use of professional-grade hand tools
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1 free recovery class if a session is missed
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Graduation certificate + awards ceremony
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KHDA-approved curriculum with structured progression
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Small group format for maximum engagement
Tool Kit Requirement
Each student is required to purchase a starter tool kit that remains theirs throughout the program and beyond.
The kit includes:
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A wooden hand plane
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A Japanese hand saw
Tool kits can be purchased directly from The Makers Society at the cost of AED279. Full details are provided upon registration.
My son Adam gained so much confidence at The Makers Society. He’s proud of what he builds and more focused than ever. It’s hands-on learning that truly sticks.
Sarah
A safe and inspiring place for kids to learn woodworking, a skill that builds confidence, focus, and creativity, with a lasting impact on their future in every possible way.
Laura
The program is brilliant; structured, creative, and incredibly well-run. It offers kids a chance to grow through hands-on learning, build real skills, and enjoy every moment.
Marina
Graduation & Progression
Upon completing the Foundations Term:
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Each student receives a certificate of accomplishment
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One student will be recognized as “Star of the Batch” and receive a gift pack
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Students are eligible to enroll in Term 2 and Term 3, culminating in a signature project presentation at our annual celebration
Learn from the Best: Our Expert Tutors
Our skilled and passionate tutors bring years of professional experience to the classroom. They do more than teach; they inspire and guide each student on their personal woodworking journey.