Quick Start Guide Series: Private Classes

Never used power tools? You're not alone. Our Quick Start Guide class series helps beginners understand and use the basic equipment in our work zones. These one-on-one, hands-on sessions cover the essential knowledge needed to operate that tool. These woodshop sessions are taught by Ron Grieco.  

Please choose your session topic from the list provided below during the registration process. 

Available Sessions for this date:

1 Hour Sessions: $55 COG Members | $65 Non-Members

Quick Start Guide 1: Cordless Drills (Metal Shop/Woodshop)

There's more than one way to drill a hole. This class will cover how to use battery powered hand drills, and how to choose between different drill bits (twist, spade, forstner, hole saw, stepper, etc). 

Quick Start Guide 4: Jointer & Planer (Woodshop)

The jointer and planer are used to make clean parallel and perpendicular edges on wood. This class will cover the basics of how to properly use each of these tools to transform wonky wood to exact dimensions.

Quick Start Guide 5: Table Saw (Woodshop)

The table saw is an essential tool for cutting wood sheets. This class will teach you the basics of table saw operation. 

Registration closes 1 week before the class date.

No previous experience necesary. All materials included. Participants must be 18+, or 16+ with a parent/guardian present. Registration for all classes in this series closes 1 hour before the workshop begins. Discounts will automatically be applied to current COG members during the registration process.

Class Discounts & Financial Aid: Discounts should automatically be applied for TVCOG members who are signed in to their TVCOG account, and have a current membership. If a discount is not automatically applied, please email info@tvcog.net. TVCOG offers full and partial discounts on classes for individuals with demonstrated financial need. Please fill out a request form here. Requests should be submitted at least 5 days prior to the class date.