INTRODUCTION TO THE WOOD WORKSHOP

By Nikki

Under the guidance of our experienced teacher, our very popular introductory series covers a range of woodworking equipment found in our wood workshop. It's suitable for beginners or anyone wishing to upskill and gain confidence, particularly in power-tools and machinery.

Each workshop session offers the chance to use different tools and machinery in a supportive, friendly setting while doing good for the community building items to support the work of our community partner, Urban Ark - Manawa Taiao. All materials and equipment are provided.

Dates for this series (Thursdays 10am - 12.30pm)

Wk 1 - 31 Oct

Wk 2 - 7 Nov

Wk 3 - 14 Nov

Wk 4 - 21 Nov

Week 1. Sexy saws

includes safety, timber basics, marking and measuring, hand-saws, circular and drop saws

Week 2. Drill it

includes drills, bits and presses plus the jigsaw

Week 3. Making joints

includes chisel use and planers (hand and electric), hammer/nail gun and metal work

Week 4. Screwing

includes fixings, sanding, assembly and dremels (if time)

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What to expect:

Each class is for 2.5 hrs

All workshop PPE (eye, ear, respiratory protection) will be available but you are welcome to bring your own.

Max of 6 people per workshop (minimum of 4 to run)