Classes - Phoenix Forge

Classes at Phoenix Forge

Class sizes and room capacities are limited to allow for social distancing, and masks are required. Popular equipment can be reserved online after members have registered.

As with all of our classes, sessions will be short and to the point, intended to teach basic concepts and applied practice to get our members started with learning how to use the wide variety of equipment and tools we have available. Classes will repeat throughout each month. We will gradually add project classes and more advanced classes over the next several months. Instructors will also be available at scheduled times to assist those wanting to learn more advanced techniques.

ORIENTATIONS and SAFETY

Phoenix Forge offers a variety of orientation and safety training sessions to meet the needs of individual members. If you want to use equipment in areas outside of the wood and metal shops, and you already have experience with that equipment, you can just take the General Orientation and Safety class and start making. Additional orientations are required for access to the metal and wood shops.

General Orientation and Safety (Required for makerspace access)

A 1-hour introduction required for new members of Phoenix Forge. Emphasis on proper safety protocol (with a review of safety handbook), proper clothing, procedures for reserving and using equipment, and how to gain access to the metal or wood shops. Get answers to those burning questions you have about the best way to use Phoenix Forge and become a part of our community. Includes a walking tour of the entire makerspace.

Level: Beginner/Refresher
Length: 1 Hour, 1 Session

Materials Fee: None

Member Fee (with Materials included): Free (included in member registration)
Class Size Limit: 6

Prerequisite(s): Member registration

Clothing Restrictions: Closed-toe shoes recommended.

Class Dates/Times:

June Classes

June 7th: 3:00-4:00 p.m. and 6:00-7:00 p.m.
June 14th: 3:00-4:00 p.m. and 6:00-7:00 p.m.
June 21st: 3:00-4:00 p.m. and 6:00-7:00 p.m.
June 28th: 3:00-4:00 p.m. and 6:00-7:00 p.m.

July Classes

July 5th: 3:00-4:00 p.m. and 6:00-7:00 p.m.
July 12th: 3:00-4:00 p.m. and 6:00-7:00 p.m.
July 19th: 3:00-4:00 p.m. and 6:00-7:00 p.m.
July 26th: 3:00-4:00 p.m. and 6:00-7:00 p.m.

August Classes

August 2nd: 3:00-4:00 p.m. and 6:00-7:00 p.m.
August 9th: 3:00-4:00 p.m. and 6:00-7:00 p.m.
August 16th: 3:00-4:00 p.m. and 6:00-7:00 p.m.
August 23rd: 3:00-4:00 p.m. and 6:00-7:00 p.m.
August 30th: 3:00-4:00 p.m. and 6:00-7:00 p.m.

Prototyping Orientation and Safety: (required for 3D Printing and Laser access)

A brief introduction to 3D printing and laser cutting and etching. Course will cover basics of operating the machinery, as well as safety. This orientation is required before using equipment in the prototyping area.

Level: Beginner/Refresher
Length: 1 Hour

Member Fee: $0, included with membership
Class Size Limit: 4

Prerequisite(s): General Orientation and Safety

Wood Shop Orientation and Safety (Required for wood shop access)

An introduction to the wood working tools available for member use at Phoenix Forge. Emphasis on proper safety protocol, shop procedures, appropriate use of machine tools, and best practices when choosing wood as a medium to create. This 2-hour class will provide time for students to create a small woodworking project to demonstrate safe use of equipment. Completion of Wood Shop Orientation is required before members can use wood shop equipment for their own projects. If you have little-to-no experience with woodworking power tools, please choose the Beginner class. If you need a refresher, please choose the advanced class.

Level: Beginner/Refresher
Length: 2 Hours, 1 Session

Member Fee (with Materials included): $50

Prerequisite(s): General Orientation and Safety

Clothing Restrictions: Closed-toe shoes (leather preferred), no loose clothing. Safety glasses (bring your own or buy a $2 pair from us.)

Class Dates/Times:

June Classes

June 17th: 6:00-8:00 p.m. (for Beginners)
June 22nd: 6:00-8:00 p.m. (Beginners)
June 29th: 6:00-8:00 p.m. (Experienced)

July Classes

July 6th: 6:00-8:00 p.m. (Beginner)
July 13th: 6:00-8:00 p.m. (Experienced)
July 20th: 6:00-8:00 p.m. (Beginner)
July 27th: 6:00-8:00 p.m. (Experienced)

Metal Shop Orientation and Safety (Required for metal shop general access) Coming Soon!

An introduction to the metal working tools available for member use at Phoenix Forge. Emphasis on proper safety protocol, shop procedures, appropriate use of machine tools, and best practices when choosing metal as a medium to create. This 2-hour class will provide time for students to create a small metalworking project to demonstrate safe use of equipment. Completion of this Metal Shop Orientation is required before members can use metal shop equipment for their own projects. Welding Orientation is taught separately.

Level: Beginner/Refresher
Length: 2 Hours, 1 Session

Materials Fee: $5

Member Fee (with Materials included): $25
Class Size Limit: 6

Prerequisite(s): General Orientation and Safety

Clothing Restrictions: Closed-toe shoes (leather preferred), no loose clothing. Safety glasses (bring your own or buy a $2 pair from us.)

JEWELRY MAKING and METALSMITHING

JEWELRYMAKING and METALSMITHING

Introduction to Jewelry: Sawing, Riveting, Filing, Finishing

Intended for people with little or no experience making jewelry. Learn the basic processes of sawing, riveting, filing, and finishing. This basic class will lead to more advanced classes in pendant and ring making, bezel settings, texturing metal, and soldering techniques.

Level: Beginner/Refresher
Length: 4 Hours, 1 Session

Member Fee (with Materials included): $50
Non-Member Fee (with Materials included): $75
Class Size Limit: 6

Prerequisite(s): General Orientation and Safety

Clothing Restrictions: Closed-toe shoes recommended.

June Classes

June 2nd: 5:00-9:00 p.m.
June 16th: 5:00-9:00 p.m.
June 30th: 5:00-9:00 p.m.

July Classes

July 14th: 5:00-9:00 p.m.
July 28th: 5:00-9:00 p.m.

August Classes

August 11th: 5:00-9:00 p.m.
August 25th: 5:00-9:00 p.m.

3D PRINTING

3D Printing: Basics

This course covers slicer software, 3d printer safety, settings, file formats, introductory materials, types of printing, print troubleshooting, and post-print cleanup. Don’t know what some of those words mean? Come find out!

Level: Beginner/Refresher
Length: 1.5 Hours each, 2 Sessions

Member Fee (with Materials included): $105
Non-Member Fee (with Materials included): $130
Class Size Limit: 6

Prerequisite(s): General Orientation and Safety

Clothing Restrictions: Closed-toe shoes recommended.

Class Dates/Times: each class runs 2 consecutive days

June Classes