Woodshop 201: Introduction to the Lathe

Are you interested in learning how to use the wood lathe in the woodshop? This pen turning workshop is the perfect workshop for you! Learn the basics of pen turning, familiarize yourself with the lathe, and go home with a gorgeous custom made pen. 
This is a hands-on class with a limit of two participants per class. Each student will have their own lathe, and will be provided with direct instruction from the instructor. No prior experience necessary. 

Class Fee: $60  CoG Members | $75 Non-Members

All materials included. Participants must be 18 or older. Discounts will be automatically applied to current COG members during the registration process. 

To keep our classes affordable, we book our instructors and purchase materials in advance. We depend on advanced registration. Classes without sufficient advanced enrollment may be canceled. Advanced registration closes 3 business days before the class date. Reservations made after this date will be subject to a $10 late registration fee. Cancellations must be made one week before the class date in order to be eligible for a refund, unless due to illness. 

Please note, if you are showing signs of COVID related symptoms and cannot attend your class, you have the option to request a full refund up to 1 week before your class begins. After this point, students experiencing symptoms may request a full class credit up to the morning of the class. 

COVID-19 Safety: TVCOG is committed to ensuring the safety of its members, instructors and guests and as such, has set certain COVID-19 safety precautions in place which follow NYS and CDC guidance. You will be asked to complete a COVID waiver, sign a COVID Safety Pledge and provide contact tracing information during the registration process. Everyone is expected to complete a temperature check upon initial entry to the facility, and maintain social distance (6′) from individuals outside of their own group while in the facility; this class size has been limited to 2 participants in order to ensure adequate social distancing. Masks are required at all times while in the facility. All shared tools/equipment will be thoroughly cleaned and sanitized before and after each class. Read our full policy here.