You only need membership in order to use tools independently. Membership is not required to take a class.

Membership is required to use any tool, and most also require a Tool Training class.

Once you’re trained on a tool, reserve it if necessary.

The wood shop only has two reservable machines: the ShopBot CNC router and the wood lathe.
Every other wood shop tool does not require a reservation.

To make a reservation, be an active member and then visit the tool’s page.

Our universal reservation policy is 2 hours per tool per day per member. If you know you’ll need longer, notify staff ahead of time. If you unexpectedly need an extension, notify staff 30 minutes before the end of your reservation.

No. Once you’re a member and have taken the relevant Tool Training, you can use the tool at no extra cost.

Some high-demand tools can be reserved in advance to make sure everyone has fair access, but reservations are part of your membership.

For classes:
No need to prepare ahead of time or take notes unless you want to.

For using a tool:
- Use the provided safety glasses and hearing protection.
- Use the provided basic tooling and consumables.
- Bring your own material — we sell very little.
- Check the tool’s page for any required items (rare).

For generally being in the wood shop:
- Wear closed-toed shoes.
- Tie back long hair.
- Avoid loose clothing and jewelry.