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.
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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