Intro to Woodshop: Make Your Own Step Stool!

About the class:

This course is designed for the beginner looking to gain a basic introduction to woodworking skills and build their confidence in a professional wood shop environment. In this class each student will work side by side with our expert instructor and make a small step stool in just one day! The teaching points revolve around learning the basics of woodworking and confidence building techniques. Our hope is that you will walk away from this class proud of what you’ve made and eager to learn more!

What is covered:

• Project preparation and layout
• Milling of rough lumber
• Planer and jointer basics
• Table saw basics and crosscut sled use
• Small scale glue up techniques

Please Note:

• Purchase two tickets and get 15% off! Just select "Woodshop Class for 2" at checkout
• We require at least 2 participants to run a class. In the event we do not reach 2 participants we will reach out to reschedule or issue a refund if necessary.
• If the class is sold out and you have two or more people interested, please contact us directly to coordinate a new date.
• We also offer private instruction at $125 an hour. Please reach out to us directly if you’d like to schedule a private session.
• Minimum Age for Classes: 18, or 15 or older if accompanied by an adult
• Mandatory Safety Equipment: Safety Glasses, closed-toed shoes, full length pants and no loose fitting clothing or jewelry.
• Advisable but not required: Hearing protection, respirator or dust mask
• Tickets are nonrefundable (unless class is canceled) and can not be used for another date.
• Maketory is a membership based facility. If you are interested in using our welding equipment, or any other parts of our facility moving forward please reach out to us for membership information at 858-252-1919 or [email protected]. You may also learn more about membership options at www.maketory.com

Event Venue & Nearby Stays

Maketory, 9431 Dowdy Drive, San Diego, United States