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Kids Woodworking Academy in Dubai: How Children Learn Through Making

Teenagers using drills and clamps to build wooden frames at The Makers Society’s woodworking class in Dubai
Teamwork and tools—our students collaborate and create real-world projects in every session.

In a world where kids are constantly connected to screens, few activities offer the grounding, confidence-building experience that woodworking does.


At The Makers Society, we’ve designed a year-round woodworking academy in Dubai that gives children a rare and valuable opportunity: the chance to build with their hands, focus deeply, and gain practical skills that last a lifetime.


Here’s how our Kids Woodworking Academy in Dubai works, what they’ll learn, and why this creative journey is so much more than just fun.


Why Woodworking is Powerful for Kids


Woodworking gives children real-world skills and mindset shifts that few other activities can match:


✅ Encourages patience, focus, and persistence

✅ Boosts self-confidence through tangible accomplishments

✅ Teaches tool safety, spatial thinking, and creative problem solving

✅ Helps develop fine motor skills and hand-eye coordination


It’s physical, it’s creative, and it’s incredibly satisfying.


How Our Kids Woodworking Academy in Dubai Works


Our Kids Academy runs throughout the academic year in three 10-week terms. It’s KHDA-approved, project-based, and tailored to different age levels.

Young girl learning to use a woodworking machine at The Makers Society in Dubai, under tutor supervision
With the right guidance, even the youngest makers can safely build confidence and skills in our Kids Academy.

Age Group & Schedule


  • Designed for ages 6–10

  • Students attend once a week for 2 hours

  • Next term starts: 12 September 2025


Term Format


  • Foundations Term: Basic hand tools, safety, measuring, and their first project

  • Term 2: Sharpening skills, more advanced joinery, introduction to shaping

  • Term 3: Creative projects, power tools, and optional family showcase


Rolling Enrolment Model


Kids can join at any point during the year and catch up at their own pace


What They Learn—Week by Week


  • Using tools like mallets, clamps, saws, and rasps

  • Understanding timber and how it behaves

  • Designing and measuring simple projects

  • Working with real materials to create something functional

  • Reflecting on mistakes and adapting designs


Every session is guided by trained tutors who prioritize safety, encouragement, and fun.


What Makes Our Program Different


  • KHDA approved and structured around skill development, not just entertainment

  • Our tutors are makers themselves, trained to teach kids with care and clarity

  • Every project teaches both craft and mindset: precision, patience, and pride

  • We focus on sustainability, self-reliance, and long-term growth

    Boy concentrating while using a power drill to build a wooden box at The Makers Society in Dubai
    Concentration, coordination, and creativity—this is where young minds become young makers.

Parent Feedback


“My son has never been this focused on anything that didn’t involve a screen. Now he talks about grain direction and sharpening!”– Michelle, parent of an 15-year-old


FAQs


Is the Kids Academy safe for beginners?

Yes. Every child is introduced to tools slowly and safely, always under tutor supervision.


Can my child join mid-term?

Yes. Our rolling enrolment model allows new students to join at any time.


Do they need to bring anything?

We provide all tools and materials. Kids just need to show up ready to learn.


How do I register?

Visit our Kids Academy page to sign up or request a tour.


Want to Raise a Maker?


Give your child the gift of creativity, confidence, and craftsmanship. Our Kids Woodworking Academy starts 12 September and spots are limited.



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