Could your little one be the next Nigella or Banksy? Here are the best creative classes for kids in Hong Kong.
Kids are untapped fountains of creativity, but they could use a little direction. Sure, you could buy them a store’s worth of art supplies, take them on fun days out, and enrol them in summer camps that give you some much-needed respite. But letting them unleash their abilities at non-traditional classes and activities can help them discover their interests and passions – and may even put them on a career path. If you’ve got a potential Picasso or an aspiring Zendaya on your hands, then book them in for one of the best creative classes for kids in Hong Kong ASAP. Psst – some even offer online classes, making them perfect for some fun at home!
Tap into talents with creative classes for kids in Hong Kong
1. Faust International Youth Theatre
Since 1999, Faust International Youth Theatre has been nurturing the creativity and confidence of young Hong Kongers through its engaging drama and performing arts programmes. Children aged 4 to 19 are given the opportunity to unleash and develop their performance skills, theatre knowledge, and self-confidence. Expect Faust’s drama workshops to help develop your little ones’ teamwork, leadership skills, self-expression, and personal growth, both on and off the stage.
Curious about the 2024 programmes at Faust? Sign up for the free trial on 7 September! You can also become part of the Faust community by registering for Term-time Programmes, commencing on 17 September with workshops across Hong Kong Island and Kowloon.
Faust International Youth Theatre, 5/F, Nan Dao Commercial Building, 359-361 Queen’s Road Central, Sheung Wan, Hong Kong, p. 2547 9114
2. Messyjam
Not to put too fine a point on it, but kids really do seem to have a knack for making a mess. At Messyjam, though, you can let their destructive tendencies run amok under the guise of creativity. Whether you take your kids in for drop-in art-jamming sessions, private workshops, or one of the other offerings, you can be sure that they’ll have access to a dizzying array of paints, canvases, and everything they else they need to create a masterpiece – or a mess you won’t have to clean up. Think of this as organised chaos with an artistic twist – and with great potential. After all, Jackson Pollock’s paintings are a hot mess, but they’re worth millions.
Messyjam, Cockloft Floor, Tai Fung Building, 124 Caine Road, Mid-Levels, Hong Kong, p. 9366-9836
3. Fabric Art
Is your tot the next Coco Chanel or Marc Jacobs? Whether your child is destined for designer fame or not, they can learn some useful skills at Fabric Art. This studio teaches kids the basics of sewing, screen-printing, and how to work with fabric design – encouraging their creativity and confidence. Classes are held at various locations, such as PMQ, Aberdeen Marina Club, and ESF Kennedy School. Even if your kid isn’t dressing the next Gen Z star for the red carpet, at least they’ll be able to take up their own hemlines or sew a lost button back on a shirt!
Learn more about Fabric Art online.
4. Elephant Community Press
Does your little one prefer being buried in a book rather than playing outside? At Elephant Community Press, they’ll be able to develop literary skills and knowledge based on their interests with creative writing workshops. With programmes structured by age and based around story topics like Tiny But Tough, Disastrous Days, and Raining Cats and Dogs, students will be guided through the writing process. These workshop environments help develop the learners’ writing and language skills, plus the abilities to collaborate with others on ideas and navigate constructive feedback. Mini Judy Blumes, this is your time to shine!
Elephant Community Press, Unit 704, Lap Fai Building, 6-8 Pottinger Street, Central, Hong Kong, p. 3487 3153
5. Complete Deelite
Kids love sweet treats, so why not have them busy baking their own? At Complete Deelite, your tots can indulge in a wealth of baking classes, from the Beach Party Doughnuts-Bake and Wilton Vintage Cake Class, to seasonal programmes for summer or Christmas. Your little ones will be frosting their own snacks with buttercream, icing, and sprinkles, before scarfing them down – consider yourself warned about the impending sugar high!
Complete Deelite, 3/F, On Lan Centre, 11-15 On Lan Street, Central, Hong Kong, p. 3167 7022
6. Cobo Academy
Move over, Zuck – a new generation of wunderkinds are coming to take your coding crowns! With technology becoming entrenched in our daily lives, being able to code is a must for kids who want to get a leg up on the competition. At Cobo Academy, coding is combined with robotics to create innovative, educational, and fun courses for young learners. Whether your kid is already a tech wizard or just entering the world of coding, these small-sized classes are optimised to help every kid learn at their own pace. From block-based programming, to mobile app and game development, to AI and data science, students will soon master the new language of tech and code.
Cobo Academy has locations in Wan Chai and Kowloon Tong.
[This article was originally published in April 2021 and updated in 2024 by Min Ji Park.]
