Wood Academy
location_on Sydney
local_activity classes: Woodworking
5.0 (31)
40k followers
There’s a certain magic in creating something with your own two hands. The focus it demands, the joy it imparts, the sense of accomplishment when you transform a simple piece of timber into something extraordinary. At Wood Academy, we celebrate the power of craftsmanship, the way it can ignite passion, inspire creativity, and instil a deep sense of satisfaction. It’s why we believe in one simple truth: Wood Work is good work. The more makers in this world, the better.
Classes
12 to 16 years
Reviews
(31)
Chris Betcher • May 2024
This class was given to me by my partner after she noticed I was interested in woodturning. I was very pleased to receive it, and was really looking forward to attending the 2 day class. It was excellent and far exceeded my expectations. Simon and Ken, who led the course, both brought years of practical experience and advice to the participants and by explaining and demonstrating the necessary skills we all progressed quite quickly. The projects we worked on were well chosen and structured to teach the fundamentals of the craft. The location, facilities and equipment were excellent, and I came away from the 2 days with several finished products that I'm very proud of. I would absolutely recommend this course to anyone interested in learning more about woodturning and wanting to understand the essential skills required to do it the right way. Definitely take this course if you want to know how to turn wood!
John Whitteron • Apr 2024
4 ClassBento workshops attended • 3 reviews
Great course. Wonderful tutor who allows you to explore your developing skills. Well resourced and organised. Learnt heaps. Highly recommended if you’re interested in getting into wood turning.
Misha Campbell • Mar 2024
The teachers David and Flynn were great, everyone was progressing thru the projects at different rates and they did a great job of making sure all students got relevant instruction at different intervals. Knowledgeable and attentive instruction, all equipment and materials high quality, space was easy to get too and very new. I had a blast using hand tools to make mitre boxes, a chiseling project and a bread board over the 8 weeks. The longer course is good value for money, averaging about $100/3 hour session with all equipment, instruction and Materials included, so would definitely recommend for beginners like myself! Loved this class, I would return in a heart beat once I save up for another round.
Margarete Horstmann • Mar 2024
Nick and Eliza were great instructors, knowledgeable and helpful! End product looks awesome! Highly recommend
Annette Hallewell • Feb 2024
Simon and David were very generous with their knowledge and clearly know their stuff! Great way to learn a new skill and techniques in a nice small class. The small class size made it easy to ask questions and get assistance when needed. Came away having made 4 pens!
Annalise Burgess • Feb 2024
A very welcoming and open environment, instructors were happy to teach all levels and abilities.
Lots of time to play and practise on the lathe and make multiple pens!
Aurel Vasilescu • Feb 2024
The course was a combined birthday and fathers day present. The Teachers were very engaging and patient with us. For a start up venue it was very well put together. All the tools and materials that we required and were provided were of the best quality. I was shown the best techniques for working with wood, we first made some wands (as in Harry Potter) and the we learnt bowl turning. I believe it was good value for money. What I liked the most was that both Teachers spent what ever time we needed with all the class and they gave me renewed confidence in wood turning. It was a pleasure to learn.
John Whitteron • Aug 2023
4 ClassBento workshops attended • 3 reviews
Simon is a great teacher. He was able to cater to all skill levels without anyone feeling left out or falling behind. I hadn't used a lathe since High School, many, many years ago, but felt very comfortable and capable from the very start of the course. He was endlessly patient and encouraging to all participants. The course was challenging and my brain said a big 'thank you' for the effort involved. I not only felt that I was learning a lot, but was amazed by the quantity and quality of my output during the 5 days. Matt and Darren from Timberbits were very also helpful and encouraging, I will definitely be doing courses with them in the future and have already recommended them to several friends.
Josh Dwyer • Jun 2023
Venue super easy to get to, easy parking and very well set up! Matt was such a great instructor with a wealth of knowledge about all things woodworking - would recommend to anyone
