Introduction to the Wood Workshop (Term 2 - 2025 Saturday AM)

Under the guidance of our experienced instructor, 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 a range of tools and machinery in a supportive, friendly setting while doing good for the community building items for our partner, Urban Ark - Manawa Taiao. All materials and equipment are provided.


3 x sessions for this series (Saturdays 9.30am - 12.30pm):

Wk 1 - 21 June (Matariki holiday weekend)
Wk 2 - 28 June
Wk 3 - 5 July


includes:
- timber basics, marking and measuring
- Saws (hand-saws, drop saw, circular saws, jig saws)
- drills and drivers
- hand tools including hand planes, hammers and chisels
- electric planers
- metal work
- screw/nail fixings
- Dremmels and machines such as drill presses and bandsaws (if time)


WHAT TO EXPECT:​
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Each class is for 3 hrs

All workshop PPE (eye, ear, respiratory protection) will be available but we recommend to bring your own high quality mask if you are sensitive to dust.

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

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