Creative Education for Every Skill Level
Expert training in art, animation and more for kids, teens and adults. Join us in Barrie for our in-person events, lessons and workshops—or connect online from anywhere for private mentorship.
“Best Art School in Barrie”
20+ Years of Award-Winning Professional Animation Industry and Post-Secondary Leadership Experience
Voted “Best Art School in Barrie” & “Business Champion” in 2025
Trusted by Students, Families and Community Partners
EXPLORE OUR PROGRAMS
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![Join us for Cartoon Camp during P.A. Days and March Break! Only at Upchuckle Education in Barrie, ON]()
Transform school breaks into creative breakthroughs all year! Materials and a PIZZA PARTY lunch are on us! (Ages 8-13)
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![Join Upchuckle Education for customized private lessons in art, animation and more. Learn one-on-one or with a friend using our 2-on-1 options. Online, in-person at our location in Barrie, ON or even in your home! Learn at your pace, your way.]()
Custom lessons for any age or experience level. Solo or pairs. At our location, online or even in your home!
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![Join us at Upchuckle Creative Workshops (UCW) for in-depth creative classes and workshops for 18+ Only at Upchuckle Education in Barrie, ON]()
There’s no limit to your potential-and it’s never too late to start! Join our creative education workshops exclusively for adults (18+)
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![Join us for Cartoon Camp during the Summer months with great single-day or 5-day options. .Give your creative kid the chance to shine at our Summer Camps at Upchuckle Education in Barrie, ON]()
Power up imaginations & skills with great single and 5-day options. All materials and a PIZZA PARTY are included! (Ages 8-13)
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![Explore your creative potential at Upchuckle Creative Workshops (UCW) for Teens (14-17). In-depth art classes and workshops only at Upchuckle Education in Barrie, ON]()
Explore what you can accomplish with our single and multi-session creative learning workshops exclusively for teens (Ages 14-17)
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![Join us for Cartoon Camp After School! Subscribe by the month for a new in-depth focus! Only at Upchuckle Education in Barrie, ON]()
A perfect creative boost mid-school week! Level up skills with a new focus each month. A light snack and juicebox are provided with each class! (Ages 7-13)
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![Learn, create and bond as a family at Upchuckle Education's Family Art Lessons! Great public options at our location in Barrie, ON or private functions in your home! For kids ages 8-108 and their parents. Only at Upchuckle Education in Barrie, ON]()
Inspiring & fun drawing lessons for children of all ages (8–108) and their parental role models. Public or private options.
Give the gift of
CREATIVITY!
Give the gift of creativity, confidence, and fun! Upchuckle Education Gift Cards are the perfect way to support any artist's journey. They can be redeemed for any of our award-winning programs, including:
Customized Private Lessons (solo or with a friend!)
See below for other important information.
Also be sure to check out…
Sponsor the creative learning of a Student in need (at a special, discounted rate!)—We also match it!
Tour the great memories of events, our students and their work from across the community!
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Photo courtesy of Laura Joy Photography