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FRANCHISE OPPORTUNITY

Bring the Workshop That’s Already Changing Lives to Your City.

The Opportunity

A Proven Model. Real Demand. Ready to Go.

Get Handy Workshops has been running since 2015. We’ve delivered hands-on DIY, Power Tools and Carpentry workshops across Brisbane, Sydney, Melbourne and beyond — and the waitlists keep growing. People want these skills. The market isn’t slowing down.

Now we’re opening up the Get Handy model to the right people. Franchise partners who want to build something real in their own backyard — with a proven system, a national brand, and direct support from the founder behind them from day one.

Years running workshops nationally

Consistent reviews at every location

Workshop types ready to deliver

Trade expertise behind the curriculum

The knowledge behind the brand.

30 Years on the Tools. That’s Your Competitive Edge.

Penny Petridis is a qualified carpenter, metal fabricator and certified builder. She’s been working in the trades for 30 years — not reading about them, actually doing them.

Every Get Handy workshop curriculum, safety protocol and training method comes directly from that real-world experience. It’s not generic content. It’s not sourced from the internet. It’s 30 years of Penny knowing exactly what works in a workshop, what keeps people safe, and what actually gives learners confidence.

That’s the foundation you’re building your franchise on. And it’s something no competitor can copy.

“In today’s world, a huge percentage of people don’t have the confidence or skills to tackle basic tasks around the home — and we know we can change that. The Get Handy model works because it’s practical, empowering, and genuinely needed everywhere.”

— Penny Petridis, Founder & Head Trainer, Get Handy Workshops

Everything Built and Ready.

You Just Run It.

Here’s what’s in your corner from day one:

Proven Curriculum & Workshop Materials

All course content, lesson plans, safety protocols and participant handouts are fully developed and road-tested across multiple cities. You don’t build it — you deliver it.

Tool & Equipment Guidance

We’ll help you set up your workshop space the right way — with recommended suppliers, preferred pricing, and the setup that actually works.

Marketing & Brand Support

The Get Handy brand already has a loyal national following. You get the assets, the playbooks and the local launch support to hit the ground running.

Trainer Recruitment & Onboarding

We’ll show you exactly how to find, vet and train great instructors for your region. You’re supported by Penny and the team throughout.

Business Systems & Operations Support

Booking platforms, payment systems, scheduling tools and operational checklists — it’s all set up. You focus on the workshops, not the admin.

Ongoing Mentorship from Penny & the Team

You’re not on your own. Regular check-ins, a national franchisee network, and direct access to a founder who’s been on the tools for three decades.

INVESTMENT OVERVIEW

A Realistic, Scalable Investment.

The Get Handy franchise is priced to be accessible to serious operators — not just corporate investors. We’ve itemised every cost so you know exactly what you’re getting for your investment. No vague estimates, no hidden surprises.

Investment structures are discussed individually based on your region and setup. We’re not trying to be evasive — we just want to have a real conversation with you before throwing numbers around.

Franchise Fee

Contact us to discuss — fully itemised investment provided at enquiry

Setup & Equipment

Discussed based on your venue model and region

Ongoing Royalties

7% of gross revenue

Training & Onboarding

Included in franchise fee

Marketing Support Package

Included

Territory Protection

Yes — exclusive geographic regions

IS THIS RIGHT FOR YOU

We Know Exactly Who Thrives in This Role.

You don’t need a trade certificate to run a Get Handy franchise. But you do need to be the right kind of person. The franchisees who hit the ground running are usually one of these: 

  • A tradie or ex-tradie who loves passing on skills and wants to build something of their own
  • A skilled DIYer or renovation enthusiast who knows their way around a workshop
  • Someone with a natural instinct for teaching — you light up when people get it
  • A community builder — you’re already connected, people trust you, and you want to deepen that
  • Someone who’s done enough for someone else and is ready to back themselves

Beyond that, you need to be driven, organised, and genuinely passionate about what Get Handy stands for. If you’re the type who just wants a passive income stream — this probably isn’t your fit. If you want to build something real and be proud of it — let’s talk.

THE JOURNEY

Here’s How It Works.

Submit your enquiry

Fill out an enquiry with a bit about yourself, your region and why Get Handy excites you. No pressure, no hard sell — just a conversation starter.

Discovery call with Penny

You’ll get time directly with Penny — not a sales rep, not an assistant. She’ll want to know who you are, what drives you and whether this is the right fit for both of you.

Receive the franchise information pack

If we’re aligned, you’ll get the full disclosure document — financials, support structures, legal terms, everything. We want you to go in with your eyes open.

Agreements & onboarding

Once you’re ready, we finalise the agreement, lock in your exclusive territory, and kick off your training and onboarding with the Get Handy team.

Open your doors

You launch your first workshop with the full support of Penny and the national team behind you. From here, you build it your way — on a foundation that already works.

READY TO GET STARTED?

Enquire Today.

We’d love to hear from you. Send through an enquiry and Penny will be in touch personally.

EMAIL US — info@gethandyworkshops.com.au

CALL US — 0404 133 424