Wood & Metalworking Classes

Hands-on workshops for ages 15+

We hope to reach makers from all corners of our community – all ages, backgrounds, and skill levels are welcome at Gorge MakerSpace. To achieve this, we strive to keep our classes as affordable as possible. If you are in need of financial assistance, please contact us. If you are 16-25 years old, you are eligible for a full scholarship!

  • Open Shop

    All Open Shop times can be booked through the link below.

    Have you attended a class at Gorge MakerSpace, or do you have reliable skills already? Come join us at Open Shop!

    If you don’t yet have the skills to work independently in the shop, book a class first!

    Now available for the Wood Shop and the Metal Shop, more details at the link below.

  • Welding I: Sculpture

    ➔ Monday, July 6 | 5:30-8:30pm (FULL!)
    ➔ Monday, July 20 | 5:30-8:30pm

    Learn the basics of welding safety and technique in this quick intro class. We’ll focus on MIG welding, with some demonstration and practice. At the end of class, you’ll have a chance to get creative on a small project of your own. Taught by Tyler Bolton & Henry Silvestrini.

    $105 | Ages 15+

Past Classes

  • Woodturning I: Series

  • Woodworking I: Tables and Benches

  • Spoon Carving I: Knife Skills

  • Woodworking I: Creative Cutting Boards

  • Woodworking III: Cabinetry

  • Band Saw Sculpture: Animals

  • Woodworking I: Farmhouse Bench

  • Woodworking II: Table Saws and Tea Boxes

  • Blacksmithing I: Get Hooked

  • Mixed Media: Tapered Wooden Earrings

  • Woodworking I: All About Routers

  • Woodworking I: Picture Frames

  • Woodworking II: Make a Box

  • Woodworking I: Wooden Toys for all ages

  • Women's Woodworking I: Band Saw Boxes

  • Woodworking II: Make a Wood Mallet

Have an idea for a class or want to teach one?

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