Makers Club: A Hands-On NDIS Social Group on the Gold Coast

Finding a social group that is engaging, practical, and genuinely confidence building can be difficult for NDIS participants who prefer doing over talking.

Makers Club is a hands-on NDIS social group on the Gold Coast designed for participants who enjoy creating, building, and learning through practical projects. It provides a relaxed, supportive environment where participants can try new skills, work alongside others, and take pride in what they create.

This group is about more than craft activities. It focuses on problem solving, teamwork, independence, and building confidence through real, achievable projects.

An NDIS Social Group on the Gold Coast That Builds Real Skills

Makers Club is ideal for participants who learn best through active, purposeful tasks. Sessions are structured but flexible, allowing participants to work at their own pace while receiving consistent support.

Projects are designed to be achievable and meaningful, with the focus on participation, effort, and confidence rather than perfection.

Participants are supported to:

• Build confidence through hands-on success

• Develop fine motor skills and coordination

• Practise teamwork and shared problem solving

• Try new tasks in a safe, supportive setting

• Take home something they have created themselves

This makes Makers Club a strong option for participants who may struggle in conversation based social groups but thrive when learning is practical and engaging.

What Happens at Makers Club?

Each session follows a familiar routine while introducing a new project or activity. This balance of predictability and variety helps participants feel comfortable while staying engaged.

Activities may include:

• Simple DIY and construction projects

• Upcycling and creative reuse activities

• Group builds and shared creations

• Painting, decorating, and design tasks

• Learning safe, basic tool use with support

Support workers provide guidance and encouragement while allowing participants to make choices, experiment, and work independently where possible.

Who Makers Club Is For

This NDIS social group on the Gold Coast is suitable for participants who:

• Enjoy hands-on or practical activities

• Learn best by doing

• Want to build confidence and independence

• Prefer structured social environments

• Benefit from small group settings with consistent support

No previous experience is needed. The focus is on participation, not skill level.

Program Details

Makers Club runs weekly during the school term and is delivered in a small group setting to support comfort, engagement, and individual attention.

Sessions are held at The Hub in Nerang on the Gold Coast and are delivered at a 1:2 support ratio. Snacks are provided, and optional transport can be arranged if required.

Funding is typically claimed from Core Supports under Community Participation, depending on the participant’s NDIS plan.

Why Creative and Practical Groups Matter

Creative, hands-on groups like Makers Club offer more than social interaction. They provide opportunities for participants to:

• Build competence and self-esteem

• Regulate through focused, purposeful tasks

• Engage socially without pressure to talk constantly

• Develop skills that translate into everyday life

For many participants, practical groups feel safer, calmer, and more accessible than traditional social settings.

Learn More About Makers Club

If you would like to learn more about session structure, suitability, or current availability, you can view the full program details on our website.

👉 View the Makers Club group page

📍 Based on the Gold Coast