Events & Workshops
Professional Development
The passion behind the Animal Fun Program is all about helping children to achieve their potential. Our research confirms that giving young children the opportunities to practice and refine their motor skills in a fun and non-competitive way really sets them up for having lots of positive experiences around physical activity and gives them the self-confidence to achieve their goals.
Face to Face Workshops
If your school would like to host an event please get in touch.
In Victoria, Face to Face workshops utilising your School Readiness Funding are available. Please click HERE if you are looking to book.
If you are in Queensland, Sue will be making several trips over the course of the year to facilitate Animal Fun Workshops. These are suitable for anyone who works with young children aged 3-6 years whether that is in an Early Learning Centres, Kindergarten, Primary School or is a paediatric health professional.
If you would like to express interest in hosting a workshop at your workplace please choose a date and time by clicking HERE. Sue will get in touch to discuss your plan.
Online Workshops
Master Classes
Boost Young Children's Confidence and Skills Through Play!
Are you an early childhood educator, teacher, or allied health professional who works with children aged 3-6? Join us for an intimate, hands-on workshop that brings the Animal Fun program to life! Featured on the School Readiness Funding Menu of Evidence (VIC), and C&K/Gowrie Catalogues (QLD) and limited to just 15 participants, this small-group format ensures a personalised experience where you can connect directly with our program Director Sue McLaren and leave with practical tools to build young children’s motor skills, social confidence, and readiness for school—all while having a great time yourself.
Why You’ll Love This Workshop
We know how important it is to find programs that are both evidence-based and easy to implement. With Animal Fun, you’ll walk away with practical, engaging activities that fit right into your daily routines—and that children absolutely love!
- Feel Confident: Gain hands-on experience with activities that are easy to implement and backed by solid research.
- Make a Difference: Studies show that strong motor and social skills set children up for success in learning and life.
- Supportive Resources: You’ll receive our Scope and Sequence book (valued at $55), giving you a full year of lesson plans linked directly to EYLF, NQS, and the Australian Curriculum (HPE Foundation).
What to Expect
This half-day workshop is all about making learning fun—for you and the children you work with. Here’s what we’ll cover:
- In-Depth Program Walkthrough: Learn how Animal Fun helps kids grow, play, and thrive.
- Real-World Tips: Discover ways to adapt activities to different needs and settings.
- Engaging Parents: We’ll talk about simple ways to get parents involved and reinforce skills at home.
- Program Planning Made Easy: Leave with a clear plan and all the tools you need to get started!
And don’t worry, we’ve made this workshop as practical as possible. By the end, you’ll feel excited and fully prepared to use Animal Fun with the kids in your care.
You’ll Also Receive
- Workbook to jot down ideas and insights during the workshop.
- Certificate of Participation to add to your professional portfolio.
- Fun Giveaways: A poster and a parent e-book to get started right away.
- Scope & Sequence Book: Program planning in a developmental sequence.
- Door Prize Draw: A chance to win extra resources to enrich your program!
Practical Details
We want you to be comfortable and ready to move! Please wear clothes you can stretch and play in (nothing strenuous, we promise!).
- Location: Inner city locations
- Time:Â 3 hours
- Parking: Several parking options are available nearby - or catch the train.
- Refreshments: Enjoy tea, coffee, and a delicious morning tea to keep you fueled and focused.
Ready to Join Us?
Spaces are limited and previous Master Class workshops have sold out quickly, so gather your team and secure your spot!
Ticket sales will end 14 days prior to the event.
This is a unique chance to get a head start on the year, bring fresh ideas, research-backed strategies, and a renewed sense of purpose back to your work with young children..
Master Class Brisbane - 12 February 2026
Master Class Melbourne - 16 February 2026, 12 June 2026
Register Now to Make a Lasting Impact on children's lives!
Early Bird pricing is available for the first 5 registrations only.
Expression of Interest
If you are interested in attending either an Online or Face to Face Workshop and to assist with planning for travel could you please indicate your expression of interest. You will then be kept informed of when the next workshop will be scheduled so you don't miss out on tickets.
“Animal Fun has certainly lived up to its very high expectations! Our Professional Learning experience with Sue was engaging, practical and as fun for the adults as it is for the children. Not only is Animal Fun evidence based, it is easy to use and embed into classroom routines. I would highly recommend Animal Fun to schools looking to support (or extend!) their youngest students perceptual motor skills."
"Thanks so much for the wonderful workshop, it was great to be able to do online. I am excited to start using the program more frequently with the students I support."
"Thank you so much for today's online workshop. I thought your presentation went really well using Webex. The material presented was very valuable to incorporate into a Kindergarten classroom."
If you have any questions about the content of the workshops or would just like to have a chat about developing some training which meets your individual needs, please do not hesitate to get in touch.