Learn together.
You never had a chance to learn these skills. Maybe you thought these activities aren’t for people like you. Maybe you feel too old or not skilled enough. You deserve better.
Come to our centre. Try new things. Learn from friendly people. Build confidence. No experience needed, ever.
Call us: 08 8406 8488
Your Comfort First
You don’t need to be good at anything before you start. You don’t need to bring tools or materials. You don’t need to know what you’re doing.
We teach you. We help you. We learn together. Some people have done these activities for years. Some people start on their first day. Everyone belongs.
Your Groups
Women's Shed
Wednesdays, 9.30am to 12.30pm
Learn to use tools. Learn carpentry. Learn to fix things in your home. Do small repairs. Build confidence to do things yourself.
Many women never had a chance to learn these skills. This is your chance. We teach everything from the beginning. The group is friendly and supportive.
Cost: $3 per session
Men's Shed
Tuesdays and Thursdays, 9am to 1pm
Work with wood and tools. Learn new skills. Fix things. Build projects. Make friends with other men while you work side by side.
No experience needed. We help you learn. Come for social connection and hands-on activities.
Cost: $3 per session
Fabric Of Life
Fridays, 11.30am to 2.30pm
Sewing, knitting, embroidery, crochet and other fabric crafts. Work on your own projects. Learn from others. Share ideas. Relax in a friendly social setting.
Bring your own project or start something new. We help beginners.
Cost: $3 per session
Bangalong Music Group
Thursdays, 1pm to 5pm
Location: Pooraka Memorial Hall, 39 Scott Street, Pooraka
Play acoustic music together. All styles of music welcome. Bring your guitar, ukulele or other acoustic instrument. Play with other musicians. Have fun.
All skill levels welcome.
Cost: $3 per session
Phone: 0412 972 931 (Terry)
First Time Visiting?
Choose a group that interests you. Look at the day and time above.
Just come. Walk in on that day at that time. Someone will welcome you. They’ll show you around. They’ll introduce you to others. They’ll help you get started.
Try it once. See if you like it. If you do, come back. If not, try a different group.
Location:
Most groups: 126 Henderson Road, Pooraka SA 5095
Music Group: 39 Scott Street, Pooraka (Pooraka Memorial Hall)
Why Learning Together Matters
Learning alone can feel hard. Learning with others makes it easier. You watch. You try. Someone helps you. You help someone else later. This is how we learn best.
Our groups are not like school. Nobody tests you. Nobody judges you. We celebrate when you learn something new. We understand when something feels hard.
What You'll Gain
You’ll learn practical skills you can use at home. Fix things yourself instead of paying someone. Make things for yourself and your family. Save money. Feel proud of what you can do.
You’ll also gain confidence. When you learn you can do something you thought was impossible, other things feel possible too.
You’ll make friends. People who come to these groups often say this is the best part. You learn together. You laugh together. You support each other.
Get Started
Call us: 08 8406 8488
Ask which group might suit you. We’re happy to talk.
Email: [email protected]
Just visit: Drop in during group times. No booking needed for most groups.
You deserve to learn new skills. You deserve to feel capable. Come find your people.
Opening Hours: Monday to Friday, 9am to 4pm
Phone (General): 08 8406 8488
Email (General): [email protected]
Questions?
What if I've never done this before?
Most people haven’t. We teach you from the beginning. Everyone starts as a beginner.
Do I need to bring tools or materials?
No. We have tools and materials you can use. If you have your own, you can bring them.
What if I'm not good with my hands?
You’ll be surprised what you can learn. We go slowly. We show you. You practice. You get better.
What if I'm the only woman in Men's Shed or the only man interested in sewing?
Women’s Shed is for women. Men’s Shed is for men. But Fabric of Life welcomes everyone, and so does Music Group.
What if I can't come every week?
Come when you can. Weekly, monthly, whenever suits you. Both are fine.