Phoenix Forge

Phoenix Forge is a community makerspace open to Maricopa Community College students, Arizona State University students, and the public.

Happening at the Forge

WE'RE HIRING

Join the team at Phoenix Forge as a part-time metal shop technician or wood shop technician

Classes

Phoenix Forge offers a variety of classes on a rotating schedule. Classes teach basic concepts and applied practice on how to use the wide variety of equipment and tools we have available.

Electronics & Robotics

From beginner to advanced, you can learn about electronic and mechanical components to make things spin, twitch, jump, bend, and wiggle.

3D Printing

Learn about slicer software, 3D printer safety, settings, file formats, materials, types of printing, print troubleshooting, and post-print cleanup.

Woodworking

Learn the skills and techniques needed to cut, shape, join, form, and engrave wood using both hand and machine tools (including CNC equipment).

Jewelry making & metalsmithing

Learn the basic processes leading to pendant and ring making, bezel settings, texturing metal, and soldering techniques.

Metal fabrication & welding

Learn the skills and techniques needed to cut, shape, join, form, and engrave metal using both hand and machine tools (including CNC equipment).

Textiles

Use our high-quality sewing machines to create all kinds of textile projects from totes, to hats, to full size quilts.