Give your child the opportunity to explore new interests, develop practical skills and enjoy a full day of hands-on learning with other homeschool students.
First Friday Workshops are open to the wider homeschool community. Students do not need to attend our regular Monday and Wednesday co-op to participate.
Explore, Create and Discover
Adventure Labs offers engaging, once-a-month workshops designed to introduce students to practical skills, creative interests and exciting areas of study.
Each workshop focuses on a different theme and gives students the opportunity to learn through guided activities, collaboration and hands-on experiences.
Families may register for one workshop or attend several throughout the season. Enrollment in the regular Adventure Labs co-op is not required.
Workshop Themes
Sewing / Life Skills / Home Repair
Practical skills, communication, and confidence-building activities.
Etiquette
Practical skills, communication, and confidence-building activities.
Cultural Exploration and Missions
Practical skills, communication, and confidence-building activities.
Survival and First Aid
Age-appropriate lessons in preparedness, safety, and practical care.
Entrepreneurship
Students develop ideas, create products, and explore the basics of business.
Painting Galore
Exploring color, technique, and creativity through fun, guided painting projects.
Career Exploration
Activities introducing students to different professions, industries, and skills
Workshop themes and availability may change throughout the season.
How It Works
1. Choose a Workshop
Review the upcoming themes and select the experience that best suits your child’s interests.
2. Register Individually
There is no requirement to purchase the entire workshop series. Each workshop has its own registration and deadline.
3. Receive the Details
Registered families will receive workshop information, preparation instructions and important reminders by email.
4. Bring a Packed Lunch
Students should arrive with their own lunch, snacks and water for the day.
$100 Per Student, Per Workshop
Register only for the workshops your child would like to attend. Regular Adventure Labs enrollment is not required, and there is no commitment to attend the full series.
Workshop hours: 9:00 AM–2:00 PM
Price: $100 per student
Lunch: Students must bring a packed lunch
Frequently Asked Questions
No. First Friday Workshops are open to students who are not enrolled in the Monday and Wednesday Adventure Labs program.
No. Workshops may be booked individually based on your child’s interests and availability.
No. Every student should bring a packed lunch, snacks and water.
Registered families will receive the workshop information and instructions by email.
Workshop capacity may be limited. Families should register before the deadline shown in the workshop email or registration listing.
Join Through the Adventure Labs App
Families can also view program information and register for First Friday Workshops through the Adventure Labs mobile app.
Already Enrolled with Adventure Labs?
Workshop descriptions, registration links and registration deadlines will be emailed directly to enrolled Adventure Labs families.
Please register before the deadline stated in each workshop email, as space may be limited.
Come Visit Adventure Labs
Adventure Labs meets at The Well Church in downtown Auburndale, providing a welcoming location for homeschool families throughout Polk County.
Address
The Well Church
209 W. Polk Street
Auburndale, FL 33823
Service area
We welcome families from Auburndale, Winter Haven, Lake Alfred, Lakeland, Haines City and surrounding communities.
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