Is parking included in the program fee?

Parking is not included. If you're parking at UWA, standard university parking rates will apply.

What does my child need to bring?

For Drone Fundamentals and Flying Adventure, bring a tablet, lunch, and water. We have limited tablets if needed. For Python Drone Coding, a laptop is required. Full details will be sent to participants closer to the program date.

Are the tutors qualified to work with children?

Yes, all Squadrone instructors have a valid Working with Children Check.

Do we get to keep the drone built during the drone building session?

Unfortunately, the drone models will be kept onsite.

Squadrone Drone Club: Holiday Program | Build Your Drone at UWA

By Squadrone | unlocking minds, defying gravity!

Multiple dates

Overview

Discover drone building, flying, and light shows in this fun full-day holiday program for primary students by Squadrone! More info below.

Soar into STEM These Holidays with Squadrone!

This school holiday, give your child the chance to explore the skies with Squadrone’s exciting Drone Club: Holiday Program, a full-day workshop designed especially for primary school students.

Running from 9:00 AM to 3:15 PM (8:30 AM drop-off, 3:15 PM pick-up), each session blends creativity, hands-on learning, and real drone technology to spark curiosity and build tech confidence.

This event includes the program:

Drone Building | Build, understand, and fly. Students in groups will assemble a training drone model, explore each component and how it works, and learn the basic physics of drone flight, with hands-on flying using a remote control. (Drones stay on site; all tools and materials provided.)

Each session ends with a mini drone light show by Squadrone. A spectacular showcase of what drones can really do!

Whether your child is curious about tech or just looking for a unique way to spend the holidays, Squadrone’s program promises a day of discovery, creativity, and sky-high fun.

🎟️ Limited spots available. Let your child take flight with Squadrone!

Quick Details:

Enrolment Price: $189
Date: Tuesday, January 27, 2026
Time: 9:00 AM to 3:15 PM (8:30 AM drop off starts, 3:15 PM pick up time)
Location: The Refectory inside the University of Western Australia, we will share the exact details on how to get there after registration.
Bring your own lunch and water

More programs available here: Squadrone Session

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This event is subject to minimum attendee numbers. In the rare case we must cancel, all ticket holders will be notified and offered a refund or reschedule.

Category: Science & Tech, High Tech

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Highlights

all ages
In person

Refund Policy

Refunds up to 4 days before event

Location

The University of Western Australia

35 Stirling Highway

Crawley, WA 6009 Australia

How do you want to get there?

Driving Public transport Biking Walking

Agenda

What Are Drones & The Science of Flight

An introduction to drone technology and the basic physics that keep them airborne.

Inside a Drone: Components & Function

Explore each part of a drone from motors and propellers to frames and flight controllers, and understand how they work together.

Build Your Own Training Drone

Using real tools and materials, students will assemble a working drone model (kept onsite) while applying what they’ve learned.

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