Hobby Furniture Making

This course will equip you with the skills to make furniture within a workshop environment.

You’ll work in our fully equipped workshops, be trained in the safe and effective use of a large range of machinery, and be guided by our expert tutors. You’ll begin by working on two projects – a platter board and a bedside table with materials supplied – before moving on to a project of your choice with your own timber.

• Complete basic DIY projects around the home and craft furniture.
• This course is run from 6.00pm to 8.30pm.
• This course runs on a Wednesday.

Information
Course Code	FURH100
Level	1
Estimated Time	9 Weeks
Fees 2026	$434

Please note: You will be charged an associated external fee (if applicable) plus a portion of the compulsory Student Services Levy that supports our services available to students. For full information on the compulsory Student Services Levy, visit fees and finance.

How to Apply

To apply for one of our short courses, fill in a paper copy of our application form, available here, then either drop it in to your nearest campus or mail it to us at Enrolment Centre, Ara Institute of Canterbury, PO Box 540, Christchurch Mail Centre