ABOUT THE INTRO CLASS: The first session will be used to familiarize kids and/or adults with the shop and how to do a simple woodworking project from beginning to end.
We have a great starter project for beginners. The student will make a solid wood finger joint box, which will take 4 hours split over 4 days. They will use the table saw, chop saw, planer, orbital sander and drill press.
We split the sessions as follows:
The 1st session is 2 hours where the student will cut, plane, sand, glue and assemble the finger joint box. The 2nd session is 1 hour, the student will sand the box joints flush, fit the top and apply first coat of Danish oil
The last 2 sessions are each 30min, the student will rub out the oil finish and apply another coat
COST: $100 per hour, plus a materials ($45)
Total cost $445.00
PREP: don't wear loose fitting clothing or clothing that needs to stay clean, keep long hair tied back, wear sturdy shoes or boots, and please no open toed sandals!
SHOP HOURS: 8:30-2:30 weekdays and weekends, contact us to schedule
GROUP INTRO CLASSES: If sufficient interest, group intro classes can be arranged. Please inquire.
Plywood Face Frame Cabinet- Second Project
This project combines skills the student learned from the finger joint box project and adds measuring and table saw work as well as router, jig saw, hardware installation sanding and finishing
The intro class and the second project give the student a basic understanding of the construction process, tools and shop safety giving them the ability to move on to more creative and detailed projects.
CONTINUE LEARNING: POWER TOOLS AND ONE ON ONE SESSIONS FOR KIDS AND TEENS
WHY: Pandemic safe unique and meaningful fun!
WHAT: Learning with a master craftsman: Exposure to a professional woodworking shop, power tools, real-life skills, and beautiful project takeaways
WHO: Children 8-12 a guardian must be present at all times (no drop-offs)
12 and up no guardian required
hourly price is the same/materials cost will vary depending on the project
COST: $100 per hour + materials fees (based on project)
1.5 or 2-hour sessions
PREP: don't wear loose fitting clothing or clothing that needs to stay clean, keep long hair tied back, wear sturdy shoes or boots, and please no open toed sandals!
SHOP HOURS: 8:30-2:30 weekdays and weekends, contact us to schedule
STUDIO PROTOCOL: Sessions begin and end strictly on schedule. Focus and attitude appropriate for a “shop” class; no roughhousing. Clean up is part of class time.
COVID SAFETY: Masks on at all times. Admittance based on the same criteria as public school questionnaire for in-person learning.
CANCELLATION POLICY: Rescheduling is accommodated within 72 hours only or due to covid or illness. Ideally, you would arrange for another family to come and use your session so the time is not left vacant last minute.
USAGE: Sessions must be used within 6 months of purchase.
1:1 in-person instruction has limited availability
WAITING LIST: Available
CONTINUE LEARNING: POWER TOOLS AND ONE ON ONE SESSIONS FOR ADULTS
WHY: Power tool empowerment!
WHAT: Students will learn how to build a project using a table saw, chop saw, planar, clamps, and orbital sander (and more) with shop-like accuracy and efficiency. An introduction class will give the student confidence in a shop and an overview of tools and safety.
WHO: Adults
COST: $100 per hour + materials fees (based on project)
1.5 or 2-hour sessions
PREP: don't wear loose fitting clothing or clothing that needs to stay clean, keep long hair tied back, wear sturdy shoes or boots, and please no open toed sandals!
SHOP HOURS: 8:30-2:30 weekdays and weekends, contact us to schedule
STUDIO PROTOCOL: Sessions begin and end strictly on schedule. Focus and attitude appropriate for a “shop” class; no roughhousing. Clean up is part of class time.
COVID SAFETY: Masks on at all times.
CANCELLATION POLICY: Rescheduling is accommodated within 72 hours only or due to covid or illness. Ideally, you would arrange for another family to come and use your session so the time is not left vacant last minute.
USAGE: Sessions must be used within 6 months of purchase.
1:1 in-person instruction has limited availability
WAITING LIST: Available
Jon's teaching philosophy: Safety First.
In and out of the shop, Jon value’s values along with a good story and laugh.
Think of him as the Mr. Miyagi (from karate kid) of woodworking in Brooklyn 2021. He’s the real deal. Parents will surely enjoy time with Jon as much as the kids do!