The Side Project Bootcamp
A 6-week bootcamp to get momentum on the side project of your dreams.
All dreamers have a side project sitting on the shelf.
Maybe it’s a book you’ve been dreaming about writing. Or a small business selling handmade goods.
The problem is building momentum.
We’ve got the tools to help you get started.
Join our 6-week program for entrepreneurs and creatives who are ready to dust off that side project and get started.
Build momentum on your dream side project.
UNSETTLED'S SIDE PROJECT BOOTCAMP
July 2 - August 13, 2026
A Built-in Deadline: Give yourself a deadline. At the end of the bootcamp, celebrate your progress and share your project with the entire community in a dedicated showcase event.
The Network: Get instantly connected with a curated network of founders, creatives, and peers who are ready to build momentum on their summer side project.
Interactive Sessions: To Build Momentum: Join our authentic, virtual sessions designed to spark collaboration, surface your challenges, and get you feedback.
Peer & Mentor Feedback: Present your work-in-progress to an engaged, intelligent group of peers to gather constructive input on your side project.
Time commitment: 1 weekly 90-minute live session.
$345 Early Bird (through June 5th)
$455 Standard Rate (June 5 – 15th)
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Unsettled Side Project Bootcamp?
The Side Project Bootcamp takes our global community framework and applies it directly to your personal goals. It is a structured, 6-week virtual program designed to help you find momentum, gain peer feedback, and finally breathe life into the project you’ve been putting off.
When and where do we meet?
All of our community sessions take place virtually on Zoom.
We meet on Thursdays from July 2 - August 13 (except July 30). Each Thursday, we meet at 12:00 PM (Noon) Eastern Time / 5:00 PM London / 9:00 PM Dubai.
The summer bootcamp officially kicks off on Thursday, July 2nd. All core sessions are recorded and uploaded to our private digital hub, so if you have a scheduling conflict or travel during the 6 weeks, you can easily catch up in your own time zone.
Who is the bootcamp for?
This is for anyone sitting on an unlaunched idea. Whether you are a writer looking to start a book, a creative launching a freelance studio, an entrepreneur designing a handmade goods business, or an artist mapping out a new collection—if you have a project that needs momentum, you belong here
How much time do I need to commit each week?
We meet once per week, in a 90-minute live session. We do this across 6 weeks.
This is designed to fit into a busy, modern lifestyle. You should expect to dedicate about 3 to 4 hours per week. This includes our structured live connection sessions, curated peer check-ins, and independent deep-work time dedicated entirely to making progress on your project.
What are some examples of side projects? And what if I’m not sure what mine is?
To get the most out of this specific 6-week experience, we require all participants to apply with a clear idea of what they want to work on. Because this is an action-oriented sprint rather than an ideation brainstorming class, you need a defined target to build real momentum.
Your project doesn’t need to be perfect, but it does need to be specific. Here are a few examples of excellent side projects for this bootcamp:
Writing & Content: Drafting the first chapter of a novel and reading parts of it to us at our demo day.
Entrepreneurship: Designing an e-commerce storefront for a handmade goods business or building a prototype for a handmade good.
Creative & Artistic: Designing a capsule clothing collection.
Personal Growth: Planning your big, global move.
Still unsure? Take an afternoon to narrow down your top ideas to the one thing that excites you the most—or the one you’ve been procrastinating on the longest. Apply with that specific concept, and we’ll help you refine the execution strategy from day one.
What makes Unsettled different from a traditional online course?
Unsettled is built entirely on co-creation and community. You aren’t just downloading worksheets; you are actively collaborating, exchanging feedback, and building alongside a curated, global network of driven peers who keep you accountable every step of the way.
What happens if I miss a live session?
Life happens, and our community spans multiple time zones! While we highly encourage attending live to get the full collaborative experience, all of our core community sessions and resource materials will be recorded and accessible in our digital hub so you never miss a beat.
What is the price, and what is the deadline to join?
Early Bird Rate: $345 (Available through June 5th)
Standard Rate: $455 (June 5th – June 15th)
Applications close strictly on June 27th so we can finalize our curated peer groups and prepare for onboarding.
What are the community guidelines?
We’re a global, diverse, and unpretentious bunch — and we like to keep it that way.
Our community thrives on mutual respect, curiosity, and generosity of spirit. Whether you’re joining a workshop, posting in the forum, or meeting someone 1:1, we ask that you show up with openness, humility, and a willingness to listen and learn.
There’s no room here for hate, discrimination, or ego-driven behavior. We’re building something intentional, and that means protecting the culture that makes this community meaningful.
What is the culture like?
Let’s be very clear: this is a side project bootcamp, not a side hustle factory. We do not subscribe to hustle culture, grinding 24/7, or building things just to flip them for a quick profit. We are here to focus on creativity, fulfillment, and meaningful personal momentum.
Because we build in a co-creative ecosystem, our cultural expectations are high:
Show up and respect each other: We expect everyone to bring their full presence to our sessions.
Listen before you speak: This is a space for thoughtful collaboration, not self-promotion.
Give as much as you take: You are expected to contribute to your peers’ ideas, offer constructive feedback, and support their journeys just as much as you receive support for your own.
What's Your Side Project?
Apply Today.