CRAFTING DREAMS,
BUILDING SKILLS.
Weekend & Holiday Fun!
Full of hands-on woodworking with real tools. Learn important skills while crafting super cool wooden toys!
Unlock a fast-track learning experience for children! They'll master tools, techniques, and safety while crafting a fun project in our hands-on workshop. We provide all tools, materials, and safety gear. Classes are limited to just 8 children for personalized attention.
For ages 6-12
1-2 hour sessions
Wellington Region
Hands-on projects
Workshop instructor
Up to 8 children per class
Tools & materials provided
Keep your wooden creation
Learn Something New!
TOYMAKER Weekend & Holiday Workshops offer children a wonderful introduction to woodworking and the art of using hand tools. Simply arrive with empty hands and depart with not only a finished wooden toy but also a handful of newfound skills!
Enjoy a FREE* Saturday workshop this summer at
From early January until the end of March 2026, our workshops run on Saturdays at Kai Tahi, 20 Parumoana Street, Porirua. Kai Tahi is a vibrant waterfront hub transformed from a former factory to reconnect the city with the harbour. There is plenty to explore and enjoy - food, shops, art, and community spaces, so reserve plenty of time before and after the workshop to make the most of your experience!
Choose a project suitable for your child’s age and book online using the promo code KAITAHI at checkout.
* Booking is essential. Spaces are limited and bookings are first in, first served. Suitability and age limits are strict - please read our Workshop Rules below. One booking per family only. T&Cs apply.
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Upcoming Classes
Dec 11 - Dec 17
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Workshop Location
Kai Tahi
20 Parumoana St
PORIRUA
Our weekend workshops, from mid-January until the end of March 2026, will run on Saturday afternoons at Kai Tahi in Porirua.
Kai Tahi is a vibrant community hub and market precinct, connecting the city center with the waterfront. It features diverse food, retail, and art, including cafes, eateries, breweries, shops, and event spaces in a unique, airy building that has become a local landmark.
Workshop rules
In our workshops, children are expected to stay focused, follow instructions and complete the project independently. We use real tools that require independence, full mobility and responsible behaviour. Health and safety are our top priorities, and we cannot compromise on them. An accompanying parent is welcome to stay but is not permitted to participate in the workshop activities. If unsure, just ask about your child's suitability.
Choose the right class
Our 1-hour projects provide a comfortable introduction for beginners and younger children aged 6+. After completing our beginner's workshops, children aged 6-8 can take part in our 1.5-hour workshops. Older kids (8+) excel in 2-hour classes, refining focus and attention.
Please note that younger children cannot participate if they do not meet the age limit - just as a preschooler cannot attend college.
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Further Woodworking Adventures
Eager for more crafting experiences? Explore our PRIVATE WORKSHOPS, offering a diverse range of thrilling projects - perfect for kids' birthdays, small groups, friend gatherings, or home-schooling classes."
