Slinky Physics Workshop - Wellington

This one-day workshop experimentally investigates the physics of the slinky spring using past IYPT problems.

It is for both students and teachers, attending as a school group or individually.  

The workshop will reinforce the waves, mechanics and practical achievement standards of NCEA and their equivalent across other examinations. It will be especially useful for

• Current year 12 students who plan to participate in the 2026 NZ Tournament or try for the NZ Representative team going to Zurich in July

• Teachers new to the New Zealand Young Physicists' Tournament who want to support students through the Tournament in 2026

This is a full day workshop, between 9am and 4pm. We are providing lunch and refreshments in the breaks, plus a goodie bag for every student. We will also have workbooks for all participants including a teacher's version. 

You should bring a water bottle and your phone to film some of your experiments, sometimes in slow motion. A laptop may also be useful for sides to present your work, but it is not essential as whiteboards are available. All experimental equipment will be provided.

The cost is $135 for a school group of up to four people, or $40 for individual teachers and students. Both prices are inclusive of GST.