Hands On and ISIC Portugal, the partnership you’re waiting for
We’ve got some juicy news hotter than a fresh batch of Pastéis de Nata. Hands On, your favorite marketplace for workshops and classes, is officially partnering with ISIC Portugal, the International Student Identity Card that opens doors to discounts, travel perks and now… epic experiences.
We know, we know. You’re thinking: “Workshops and student cards? That’s a weird combo.” But stick with us, it’s like peanut butter and jelly or better yet, crafting and complimentary snacks. Let’s break it down.
Wait, what’s ISIC Portugal?
If you’ve ever been a student (or pretended to be one to get into the cinema for half price), you’ve probably heard of ISIC. It’s the only internationally recognized student ID that gives access to thousands of discounts in 130+ countries. Yes, it’s basically a golden ticket, but instead of chocolate factories, it gets you into museums, trains, hostels, bookstores, and now… workshops.
ISIC Portugal is the local hero bringing this global magic to students across the country. And now they’re teaming up with us, Hands On, to help students tap into their creative side (and maybe stop eating instant noodles three times a day, via our cooking classes).
So, what does this partnership mean?
Glad you asked. In short: more workshops, more fun, less money. ISIC cardholders now get exclusive discounts on select Hands On classes and workshops. Whether you’re into ceramics, tufting, pastel de nata, carpentry or soap-making (because why not make your own soap like a 19th-century apothecary?), we’ve got something for you.
Students can now ditch the endless doomscrolling and learn something hands-on (pun entirely intended). You’ll walk away with real-life skills and maybe even a weird-shaped but adorable mug you made yourself.
Why this collab makes perfect sense
Here’s the tea: Students want to try new things, make friends, flex their creativity and maybe do something mildly productive on the weekend. But the barrier is often price or simply not knowing where to start.
That’s where we come in. At Hands On, we believe in creativity without pretension. Our workshops are designed for total beginners, curious dabblers, and enthusiastic overcommitted joiners alike. Teaming up with ISIC means we can get more young people trying out cool stuff, learning useful (and delightfully useless) skills, and making memories that don’t involve fluorescent lecture halls.
Soap today, CEO tomorrow?
You never know where a single class might lead. Today it’s a sourdough workshop for the discount. Tomorrow? You’re selling artisan focaccia at the market and fielding investment offers on Shark Tank Portugal. It’s happened before. Probably.
At the very least, you’ll leave the class with new skills, great photos, and that inner glow of “I made this with my hands.” That’s priceless. (But also, like, cheaper with your ISIC card.)
How to get in on the action
- If you’re a student, go get yourself an ISIC Portugal card. It’s basically a VIP pass to life.
- Head over to handson.pt and browse our collection of workshops and classes.
- Use your special ISIC discounts, they’ll make your wallet smile.
• 10% discount on the first booking
• 5% discount on all future bookings - To access these discounts, just veirfy your ISIC card on the ISIC app.
- Book the class, show up and be ready to create, learn, and maybe even get your hands dirty (hello, ceramics).
So there you have it: a partnership made in creative heaven. Hands On + ISIC Portugal = good vibes, cool skills and unforgettable memories (possibly involving sourdough starters and hand-thrown pottery).
Whether you’re a student looking for new hobbies, a group of friends planning a fun weekend or just someone tired of watching the same Netflix shows on repeat, we’ve got a workshop for that.
And now, it’s even cheaper.
You’re welcome. 🎨
