What ages are accepted?

Junior Artists accepts children aged 5–11 years.

What does the fee cover?

Fees cover all art materials and instruction; $160 for the full eight-week course or $25 per casual class.

Are drop-offs allowed?

Yes — drop-offs are welcome and staff provide supervised activities and tidy-up routines.

Do children receive anything at the end?

Each participant receives a Certificate of Competency and displays a finished project at the final-week showcase.

Are materials safe for children?

Yes — Hub HQ uses non-toxic paints, child-safe clay, and age-appropriate tools throughout the program.

Junior Artists at Hub HQ: After-School Art Program for Kids in Alexandra | Workshop

Q: When and where does the course meet?

Classes run Wednesdays, 3:00–5:00pm starting 11th Feb at Hub HQ, 47 Centennial Avenue, Alexandra.

At the heart of Alexandra, Otago Region, New Zealand, Hub HQ’s Junior Artists program turns a weekday afternoon into a focused two-hour creative lab for children. Located at 47 Centennial Avenue, this after-school workshop welcomes 5–11 year olds for hands-on projects that blend sensory play with skill development.

Each session runs to a predictable rhythm: 3:00pm arrival, 3:15pm workshop start, 4:15pm tidy-up, supervised free play in Hub HQ, and 5:00pm home time. The eight-week sequence progresses through themed modules — Me as an Artist, Finger Painting Fun, Sponge Printmaking, Clay Creations, Weaving Wonders, Nature Collage, Leaf Printing, and My Masterpiece. That steady progression introduces new tools and techniques while reinforcing confidence and group collaboration.

Inside the studio, afternoon light and low tables create an accessible workspace where non-toxic paints, soft clay, and natural materials sit within easy reach. Key features of the program include tactile clay building that teaches three-dimensional thinking, sponge-print stations for exploring pattern and repetition, weaving exercises that refine fine motor skills, and nature-collage sessions that connect studio practice to Alexandra’s outdoors. Every child finishes the term with a framed project and a Certificate of Competency recognising participation and growth.

Practicalities are straightforward: Junior Artists meets Wednesdays, 3:00–5:00pm starting 11th Feb at Hub HQ, 47 Centennial Avenue, Alexandra. Pricing is $160 for the full eight-week course or $25 for a casual class; Orbit members attend free and Boost members receive a 50% discount. Drop-offs are welcome, payment plans are offered, and all art materials are supplied. Parents should pack a water bottle and money for optional snacks; socks are mandatory for bouncy-castle play.

What makes this program stand out in the local recreation scene is its community focus and clear learning arc. Hub HQ frames art as a practical skill set: observation, experimentation, iteration, and presentation. The final week’s public showcase gives children a concrete moment of pride and encourages families to participate in the creative community that is active across Alexandra.

For visiting families, Junior Artists is an easy way to build purposeful downtime into a trip. It offers structured supervision, educator-led activities, and an outcome you can take home — finished work and a certificate — rather than purely passive childcare. Book the term to give a child lasting creative tools, or drop in to see how they respond to paint, clay, and pattern in a friendly, small-group setting.

Staff are experienced facilitators who prioritise safety and encouragement; workshops include tidy-up routines that teach responsibility, and staff welcome parent feedback at pick-up. The on-site showcase provides a simple way for families to support young makers. Reserve a spot for the full course or a single session to match your travel schedule and rhythms. Book early; spaces fill quickly.