Wood 101: Basic Equipment Clearance

Learn the safe, careful, and clean use of our fundamental woodworking machines! You’ll learn how to operate our suite of basic woodworking equipment (such as the belt and disc sander, general use bandsaw, miter saw, and table saw) to get you started making your own wooden creations. This class is great for beginners looking to learn the fundamentals of the woodshop. Whether you’re already a member or choose to become one in the future, taking this class will gain you Basic Woodshop clearance.

What to Bring/Wear (from Class)

Closed-toed shoes. Long sleeves and hair will need to be pulled back.

Clearances Earned (from Class)

Basic woodshop

Age Requirement

Open to ages 16+. Class participants that are 12-17 years old must have a parent present at Protohaven for the duration of the class. 

All members, visitors, and class participants are expected to abide by Protohaven rules and guidelines outlined in the Member Guide.

• Single-session class or workshop
  • If canceled 72 hours or more before the scheduled date, the participant will have the option to receive a refund, or have their registration moved to another class or workshop.
  • If canceled within 72 hours of the scheduled date, no refund will be provided, but the participant may choose to have their registration moved to another class or workshop or to receive a credit on their account.
• Multi-session class or workshop
  • If canceled 1 week (7 days) prior to the start date, the participant will have the option to receive a refund or account credit minus a $35 cancellation fee, or to have their registration moved to another multi-session class or workshop, if available.
  • If canceled less than 1 week (7 days) prior to the start date, no refund will be provided, but the participant will receive a credit on their account, minus a $75 cancellation fee.  

If a participant is a no-show, no refunds, credits, or transfers (rescheduling) will be given. Please be aware that there are no exceptions to these cancellation policies. Classes may be cancelled due to low enrollment.