Woodworking Course: Hand Cut Joinery

Learn how to mark and cut out woodworking joints


Wood Academy
Wood Academy
5.0 (29)
Instagram followers40k

2 x 7 hours Class size 1 to 12 (public classes), 5 to 30

label $420 (or 4 payments of $105 Afterpay)

Looking for fun things to do in Sydney? Join a woodworking class with Wood Academy in Marrickville and learn a new skill!

In this two-day course, you will learn how to accurately mark out and cut woodworking joints by hand using a basic set of tools. The course will cover the design, layout and cutting of a range of fundamental woodworking joints.

If you've never tried woodworking, this course will teach you fundamental knowledge that will set you down the woodworking path. A variety of woodworking techniques will be taught with a focus on developing the marking out, hand sawing and chisel techniques necessary to successfully cut joints by hand. You can experiment with the different types of timber we'll have on hand to get an understanding of how different timbers work.

Throughout the course, we will also discuss tool selection and preparation, joint design and selection as well as the use of jigs and aids. Learning joint selection, design and making are essential if you'd like to continue down the woodworking path either by hand or power tools.

The knowledge and experience gained from completing this course will allow you to choose, mark out and cut the correct joints for future furniture making projects.


Knowledge required
Suitable for beginners with no experience up to intermediate students. Children 14+ are welcome to participate in this course.

Please note, we require a parent or guardian to be on the premises for the duration of the class if a minor is attending.
What you'll get
  • Tools provided however we do encourage students who have their own to bring their own.
  • Take home everything you make.
What to bring
  • PPE will be supplied however students wishing to bring their own should come with a face mask, safety glasses or goggles and earmuffs or earplugs.
  • Closed shoes are a mandatory requirement for all students.
  • If you wish to bring your own tools, please bring:
  • Hand Plane#4, #4 1/2, #5, or 5 1/2
  • Block Plane
  • Paring Chisels 150mm or 300mm
  • Rule
  • Engineers Square
  • Tape measure
  • Marking/Mortice Gauge
  • Sliding Bevel
  • Marking Knife
  • Fine Hand Saw
  • Mallet
  • We have a kitchen onsite with fridge and microwave for those that want to bring their own food, and there are also takeaway options within walking distance.
Session repeats

This class series runs over 2 consecutive days.

Suitable for

This class is great for individuals and couples as well as for a team building activity, birthday or hens party.

This would also be a unique gift for her, gift for mum, anniversary gift or birthday gift.

Location

12 Gerald Street, Marrickville NSW

This venue is within walking distance from Sydenham station (600m).

Woodworking Course: Hand Cut Joinery location
Your teacher
Wood Academy
Wood Academy

5.0 (29)
Instagram followers40k

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.

More about this class

This teacher has 29 reviews for their other experiences - which you can see here.

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