Helping women build skills, confidence and community
Join us for a Quiz night!
Get ready for a fun-filled night of laughter, friendly competition, and community spirit - all for a great cause! Join us for our Quiz Night Fundraiser, where every ticket sold helps us take another step toward building our brand new Women’s Shed.
Can you help Save The Shed?
For the last 2 years, we've been running beginner and intermediate workshops in a borrowed workshop space - with over 450 wāhine coming through our doors!
BUT our lease is ending soon! We desperately need a new home to meet the sustained demand for our courses, expand our offering to work with young and marginalised people, create pathways into trades, and create a drop in space for all local women to come in and get on the tools.And what better way than to build our own Shed!
Check out our Crowd Funding Campaign here!
ABOUT US
Kia ora & Welcome!
Here at the Women's Shed, we reckon women can do anything blokes can - sometimes they just need the opportunity and encouragement to give it a go. We’re here to offer a friendly, no-judgement space where women can pick up the tools, build their confidence, and learn practical skills together.
We are a registered charity, and proudly partner with other local organisations and groups to help build the capacity of women across the Wakatipu region.
Our workshops are an incredibly popular way to work with us. We offer an inclusive and welcoming space for women of all ages and backgrounds to learn how to use tools and build a variety of projects.
Whether you're a complete beginner or have some experience, we've got a workshop that will suit whatever stage you're at in your woodworking journey!
If this sounds like a bit of you, make sure you book into one of our workshops.
Our Kaupapa (Purpose)
A safe place for women to learn new skills & gain confidence.
A positive environment for women to connect socially and work together.
To share their experiences and knowledge.
Promoting good health & mental fitness.
Empowering each other to reach our true potential.
All while making new friends and having fun along the way!
Testimonials
“Every class was so much fun! We learnt how to use hand and power tools in a safe manner. Alex was really patient and made sure everyone understood before using any tool. Time flew by! I met a group of lovely ladies and I still can't believe I built my own birdhouse!”
RENI
“Women's Shed has been great for my confidence with using power tools. Before starting the course I was super nervous about using a skill saw but now it's my favourite tool! Alex is such a great teacher and creates a fun and creative environment. Building my own set of bedside tables has been the highlight and I'm currently growing tomatoes in the planter box I made. It's been so empowering!”
KELSIE
“The Women's Shed, such a special group of women. Alex has a talent for building, woodwork and community! Looking forward to diving into the carpentry workshop and taking my skills to the next level in class and at home!”
HEATHER