Hands-On STEM Workshops and Maker Camps for Kids
Ditch the plastic toys and screen time. At Tinkernauts, your child gets to use real tools, understand how machines work, and build their own functioning gadgets in a safe, guided environment.
Welcome to my Tinker Den! This is a quick tour of where all the magic happens, from our 3D printing station and PC building corner to the engine disassembly bay. It's a safe space for kids to explore, learn, and become confident DIYers.
My workshops are built on three core pillars: Let's Make, where we build cool things using STEM concepts; Let's Break, where we take things apart to see how they work; and Tools & Techniques, where we learn to use real tools safely.
April was a whirlwind of activity! We welcomed 60 kids, explored concepts from Ohm's law to 3D printing, took apart computers, and even introduced power tools to our six-year-old tinkerers. Every day was about hands-on learning and collaboration.
May was another incredible month. We launched our first-ever parent-child sessions, including a fantastic event at Yahoo India, and developed five brand new DIY kits. It was a month full of building, learning, and family bonding.
Planning for the summer? Here is a look at our summer class schedule. I host sessions on different topics throughout the week to give kids a chance to build real gadgets, learn new skills, and meet new friends.
This flyer for our Drawing Machine workshop shows what kids will learn. They get to assemble their own 3D-printed machine and understand the mechanics of gears and fulcrums to create complex patterns.
For our more experienced tinkerers, I offer a Level 2 3D Printing class. Here, they learn advanced skills like how to change and unclog a nozzle, allowing them to print more complex objects and bring their wildest ideas to life.
Motors and boats, what's not to love? In this special two-day class, kids learn all about propulsion and gears by building their very own 3D-printed motorboat from scratch.
In our Gears & Pinions class, kids assemble their own wind-up car. It's a fantastic way to learn about ratchets and gear ratios, and we always end with a fun drag race to test their creations.
A little pop quiz during a class session. I ask the kids about different engine types, 3D printing, and the mechanics of a bicycle. It's a fun way to reinforce the concepts we learn through hands-on building.
About Hands-On Workshops & Camps
The first thing parents usually ask is if it is actually safe for a 7-year-old to hold a hot glue gun or a power drill. My answer is always yes, because I am sitting right there with them. We do not just hand over tools and walk away, we teach grip, focus, and respect for the machine. It is the difference between a child playing with a pre-made toy and actually understanding how the world gets built, one screw at a time.
More Than Just a Workshop
When we say we are building makers, we mean it. Our workshops at our Langford Town studio and the Bangalore International Centre in Domlur are not about following a rigid manual or creating a perfect final product that looks good on a shelf. We focus on the process—the 'messy middle' where things go wrong, parts don't fit, and children have to problem-solve to make them work.
What We Cover
Whether it is our single-session 'Spark' workshops or our 5-day Intensive Innovation Camps, the goal is always the same: demystifying technology. Your child will:
- Handle Real Tools: From screwdrivers and wire strippers to soldering stations, we teach kids how to use adult-grade tools properly.
- Take Things Apart: Our 'Disassembly Bay' is a student favorite. We open up old CPUs, motorcycle engines, and household gadgets to see exactly what makes them tick.
- Build & Create: Whether we are using 3D-printed gears, motors, or cardboard chassis, kids leave with a functioning creation—be it a wind-up car, a hydraulic maze, or an art bot.
- Learn Software: For our more advanced tinkerers, we integrate CAD and Tinkercad to bring digital designs to life on our 3D printers.
Why Tinkernauts?
We keep our ratios low, usually 1:5, to ensure every child gets the attention they need. This isn't a lecture-based environment. It is a noisy, collaborative, and highly engaging space where mistakes are viewed as prototypes and curiosity is the most important skill we teach. If your child is constantly asking how things work, they will fit right in.
Tinkernauts
I am Rohan, and I started Tinkernauts because I saw how quickly kids lose interest in generic educational toys. I am right there in the thick of it with your kids, guiding them through the loud, messy, and incredibly rewarding process of building something that actually works.
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