Adventure Awaits
at Empire!

Perth's premium after-school board games club for primary students,
helping children build friendships, confidence and strategic thinking through face-to-face play.

Join the Adventure

More than a Games Club

Since 2012, Empire has helped hundreds of Perth children experience the joy of face-to-face play through a carefully curated collection of modern board games.

Every session is led by registered primary teacher David "The Wanderer" Hammond in a welcoming, screen-free environment where friendship, creativity and healthy competition flourish.

Friendship & Belonging

Confidence & Communication

Build genuine connections and feel part of a
welcoming community.

Grow in conversation, listening, leadership and
self-expression.

Healthy
Competition

Critical
Thinking

Creativity & Imagination

Screen-Free
Social Play

Strengthen strategy,
problem-solving, adaptability and decision-making.

Learn to win respectfully,
lose gracefully and
embrace challenge.

Enjoy meaningful face-to-face connection, laughter and hands-on fun.

Explore storytelling,
artistic challenges and imaginative play.

Loved by Children, Valued by Parents

“Ellie is loving Empire. She wouldn’t miss it for the world! She is naturally competitive and Empire allows expression of it in a very healthy way. Thank you so much!”
— Fiona I.
“Daniel loves going to Empire and looks forward to that day every week. He is able to play with his friends... and make better friendships.”
— Chantal V.
“Leon has thoroughly enjoyed his time learning new games and I am thrilled that he is getting the chance to practice various skills in a way that is fun and engaging. You bring enthusiasm, warmth and connection to your interactions and offerings, and it is noticed and appreciated!”
— Belinda S.
Hear from other Empire Families

Term 3 Registrations Opening Soon
Explore your nearest Empire location below:

  • Bibra Lake

    Tuesdays

    3:15 — 5:30pm
    Term 3, 2026

    Join Empire

  • Glendalough

    Thursdays

    4:00 — 5:30pm

    Term 3, 2026

    Registration via School

  • Nollamara

    Wednesdays

    3:15 — 5:30pm

    Term 3, 2026

    Join Empire

Explore Empire

Curious what Empire feels like?

Step inside the club, explore the games, and meet the educator behind Empire. 

Step inside a typical Empire session, where great games, shared laughter and new friendships bring each afternoon to life.

What Happens at Empire?

See a Session 
Discover a hand-picked collection of over 150 modern board games, from quick social favourites to epic strategic adventures.

Explore the Treasury

Explore the Games 
Meet David "The Wanderer" Hammond, the registered primary teacher, musician, artist, and lifelong board game enthusiast who has welcomed hundreds of children into Empire since 2012.

Meet The Wanderer

Meet David
Empire attendees with their favourite games.

Empire adventurers with their favourite games. How many have you played?