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Doing it on your own can be hard. We put hundreds of hours into research to make comprehensive training options that can help you get past the tough parts of your maker journey. Get a jump-start, then join our community to continue to being the maker you want to be.
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Traditional Woodworking
Woodworking In-Depth Intro
Learn traditional joinery and powered Woodworking.
Fall 2026 – Thursdays A.M. or Sundays A.M.
Suitable for beginners, this woodworking course is designed to teach you all that you need to get started in woodworking by learning both traditional, and modern techniques.
Students will learn valuable hands-on skills working on instructor-lead projects using both hand and power tools.
Woodworking Level 2
Advance to splines, mitres, and box-construction
Fall 2026 – Tuesdays A.M. – Intro Course Pre-requisite
In this course at TTLMakerspace, you will use and expand upon the skills learned in Intro Woodworking. Working in a small group with dedicated instructor, you’ll expand your skills in two practical box-building projects designed to develop deeper understanding of woodworking.
Build up confidence in the shop and learn new, valuable woodworking techniques.
Woodshop Certification
Required training for new members
Fall 2026 – Saturdays A.M.
Get Safety Certification in Woodworking!
This time is reserved for members of TTLMakerspace – if you’re new to the shop, this is the place to get started with woodworking.
Wood Turning Inclusive
Introduction to wood-turning on lathe
Fall 2026 – Saturdays A.M.
This class is designed for those wishing to advance their skills from novice on a wood lathe. Class sizes are small so you will get a lot of time on one of our multiple lathes. Projects will range from small fountain pens, progressing to bowls and platters with an emphasis on safety.
Digital Fabrication
CNC for Builders
Joinery and construction using digital fabrication
Fall 2026 – Thursdays P.M.
In this course at TTLMakerspace, you will go from beginner to a practical working knowledge of CAD modelling and CNC machining with an automated milling machine, specifically for furniture, cabinetry, frames etc.
Starting with desktop versions of CNC machines, you’ll work your way through lessons up to the industrial Omni 1350 6’ x 8’ CNC milling machine.
CNC for Artists
Digital fabrication for creativity and artwork
Fall 2026 – Mondays P.M.
This course emphasizes organic forms. Learn to bring your artistic vision to life using a computer-controlled mill.
Skills developed can be used for inlays, wall art, 3D sculptural pieces, and reliefs.
Practical 3D Print
Additive fabrication for practical 3D Printed objects
Fall 2026 – Mondays P.M.
In this course at TTLMakerspace, you will go beyond basic 3D printing knowledge and be able to create custom designs. Learn to use CAD modelling to upgrade or build your own models, optimized for 3D print.
Starting with manual printer control, you will progress to custom modelling and even advanced techniques such as 3D scanning and reverse engineering.
Laser for Artists
Learn to design, engrave, etch and cut beautiful things with light
Fall 2026 – Saturdays P.M.
In this course at TTLMakerspace, you will go from beginner to practical working knowledge of designing and modelling in 2D and 3D, and the operation of a laser for etching and cutting a variety of materials.
Starting with desktop versions of lasers you’ll work your way through lessons and projects up to the industrial ThunderLaser cutter.
Tech Programs
Videogame Design
Make your own game using open-source
Fall 2026 – Tuesdays P.M.
In this course at TTLMakerspace, you will go from beginner to a working knowledge of game design and development using the open-source engine Godot.
Starting with the basics of the game engine, you’ll learn how to progress from a knowledge of game mechanics to a coherent, engaging game experience.
Interactive Electronics
From basic components to micro-controllers
Fall 2026 – Thursdays P.M.
In this course at TTLMakerspace, you will go from beginner to understanding the basic principles of electronics, working with microcontrollers, and programming for experiential electronics using light, sound, and motion.
Starting with a simple “blink” sketch, you’ll get your first microcontroller up and running, and advance to reading sensors, creating displays, and connecting it all together through local networks and the internet.
Sewing/Textile Arts
Leather Crafting Intro
Traditional hand-tools to wax immersion
Fall 2026 – Sundays P.M.
Learn the basics of leather working at the TTL Makerspace in a small hands-on class where we will study traditional as well as modern methods of working with leather.
Small class sizes will allow you to get the guidance needed to get you making leather projects with confidence. You will take home 4 creations of your own design.
Sewing Intro Inclusive
Basics of powered stitching, simple patterns, modifying clothing
Fall 2026 – Tuesdays P.M.
Suitable for beginners. This class goes over the basics of operating a sewing machine, cutting and sewing garments, and basic pattern alterations.
The main project for this class is an apron custom fit to YOU. A typical first project is a tote bag,but we’ve chosen to have our students make an apron as it covers the same skills while also teaching basic tailoring and fitting.
Kids Programs with Us!
For active members, we offer ongoing programs for kids that run on Saturday and Sunday morning. These are free with monthly membership, and give your young builder a chance to work hand-on on group projects with our experienced mentors.
We also have special week-long summer activities that provide an entire maker-experience for kids.
See the full calendar.
Want to plan your maker-journey? Check out the full calendar of training happening in Fall 2026.
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