Workshops and Classes
Which came first, your visit to Perth or the workshop that inspired your visit?
With so many creative people and businesses in Perth, its no wonder there are countless opportunities to learn new skills. From painting to knitting and woodworking to acting, there is always something to experience. Sign up with a friend and make a mini-vacation out of it.
Woodworking Workshops |
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Did you know that Wildwood in Perth offers several workshops that draw participants from across the Province? You can make a stool, a plant stand, learn about installing trip, or even take their popular Women's Power Tool workshop. Details about their current workshop schedule and how to register can be found on their website. |
Art and Craft Workshops |
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Art & Class offers an array of art workshops and classes, including acrylic, oil and watercolour painting, sketching, and needle-felting. Short on time? You can also buy an art kit to take home and work on at your own pace. Red Brick Studio Room offers a wide variety of workshops including mixed media, resin, decoupage, image transfers and more. Check out their website for details. Red Brick Emporium also offers DIY kits to take home. Check them out! |
Fibre Arts Workshops and Meet-Ups |
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Unraveled offers many knitting, crochet, spinning and felting classes, and they can even help get your project un-stuck! Check out their website for pricing and the schedule. Learn how to needle-felt at Art & Class where you can sign up for a workshop or purchase a kit to take home. Perth & District Union Library offers a free knitting group every Wednesday from 10:00-12:30. Pack your supplies and drop in to meet new people and get your stitch on. Double check the Library's website before heading in to make sure the schedule hasn't changed. |
Cooking and Brewing Classes |
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You will find family and youth cooking events, healthy meal workshops and more at The Table: Community Food Centre in Perth. Check out their event calendar as well as the Kitchen tab on their website for further details. Have you ever dreamed of making your own kombucha at home? Check out the workshops at Artizen Kombucha to get brewing! |
Gardening, Flowers and Centerpiece Workshops |
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Kelly's Flowers & Gift Boutique offers seasonal workshops such as centerpieces, wreaths and arrangements. Check out their website to see what is currently available and to register. Perth & District Horticultural Society has a popular speaker series. You can find all the details on their website. The Table: Community Food Centre runs a gardening program with several related activities. Check out their event calendar and the Gardens tab on their website to see what is coming up. |
Acting and Dance Classes |
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Omnes Arts Circle not only offers theatre, dance and music lessons for children, but they have adult classes as well. Check out the schedule on their website. While Studio Theatre Perth primarily focuses on theatrical productions and film nights, they occasionally offer workshops as well, so keep an eye on their website. |
Exercise, Sports and Self Defense Workshops |
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Did you know there are three gyms in Perth? All three offer day passes and classes.
There are also several sports organizations and athletic clubs here, and many offer classes and workshops. Check out the list of Clubs and Organizations. |
Clubs and Organizations |
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Did you know that Perth is home to over 60 clubs and organizations? You'll find like-minded people getting together for everything from sports and fitness to agriculture and from the arts to games and social clubs. Check out the full list of Clubs and Organizations. |
For Kids |
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Art & Class offers after school art programs, a weekend program called Wee Picassos, and art kits to take home. Your kids will love it! Red Brick Studio Room has several workshops for kids and offers them on weekends and afterschool. They also have DIY kits to take home! Perth & District Union Library offers various programs and activities for children every week, so check out their event calendar and choose what suits your little ones best. |
Ready to plan your trip? Book your accommodations and plan to visit some attractions while you're here.