Zarq Academy · Youth programmes
Coding and digital skills classes for young people in Matatiele.
Zarq classes teach practical technology skills (coding, AI, web development and more) through real projects and mentorship, so young people can create with technology, not just use it.
What learners will learn
Skills for the digital economy.
- Digital literacy
- AI literacy
- Coding
- App & web development
- UI/UX
- Cybersecurity awareness
- Digital productivity
- Entrepreneurship
How classes work
Free, practical and hands-on.
Free for learners
Classes cost nothing to attend.
Ages 5 and up
Grouped by age and experience, from first steps to career-ready skills.
Hands-on
Every module ends with a project learners can show.
Mentored
Guidance from people working in technology.
Devices provided
Learners are welcome to bring their own laptop too.
Matatiele & online
Learn in person in Matatiele, or join online.
Learner tracks
A track for each stage.
Zarq Juniors
Early exposure to digital skills and STEM for younger learners.
Zarq Youth
Practical skills, projects and mentorship for young people. Registrations of interest are open.
Zarq Future
Career exposure, entrepreneurship and pathways into education, employment and digital work.
For parents and guardians
You’ll know exactly what to expect.
We’ll share programme dates, times and requirements before anything starts. Parents and guardians are welcome to register on a young person’s behalf and to ask us anything.
FAQ
Questions, answered.
Zarq classes are free for learners.
Young people aged 5 and up. Classes are grouped by age and experience, from Zarq Juniors to Zarq Youth and Zarq Future.
No. Devices are provided, and learners are welcome to bring their own.
No. Classes start from the basics.
In Matatiele and online.
Register your interest and we’ll be in touch with programme dates and details. Parents and guardians can register on a young person’s behalf.
Join Zarq
Start your Zarq journey.
Register your interest and we’ll be in touch with programme dates and details.