What You’ll Learn: Woodworking Foundations Course
The Foundations Course is a hands-on introduction to both traditional hand tools and modern woodworking machines. You’ll learn the fundamental skills every woodworker needs—taught by expert tutors in a fully equipped workshop.
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Timber Technology: Understand how different wood species behave and how to choose the right one.
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Sharpening Techniques: Learn how to maintain a razor-sharp edge on your tools.
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Hand Tool Skills: Use chisels, hand planes, marking tools, and saws with control and precision.
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Machine & Power Tool Operation: Get trained on Felder and Hammer machines with a focus on safety and efficiency.
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Joinery Fundamentals: Practice clean, strong joints like dados, rabbets, and dovetails.
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Finishing Techniques: Sanding, oiling, and other methods to protect and elevate your work.
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Course Format & Workshop Access
The Woodworking Foundations Course runs over three focused weeks. You’ll attend weekend classes for expert-led instruction, and use weekday hours for project work and mentorship.
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Saturday & Sunday | 09:00 am - 02:00 pm | In-class, guided learning |
Tuesday to Friday | Up to 16 hrs/week (9 AM – 8 PM) | Open access + mentor support |
Projects You’ll Build
You’ll complete two core projects that apply the skills you learn during the course. They’re designed to develop precision, creativity, and technical confidence.
Projects included:
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Japanese-style side table (solid wood joinery, clean design)
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Hand made bread board (made in the hand tools class)
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Bring Your Own Tools or Purchase a Starter Kit
To ensure you build the right habits from the start, our Foundations Course is taught using professional-grade hand tools.
Students are expected to work with their own toolset during the course, which supports personal familiarity and skill development.
If you don’t already own tools, we’ve curated a Starter Kit available for purchase at The Makers Society. It includes everything you need to get started and is selected based on quality, ease of use, and long-term reliability.
These are the same tools used by instructors and seasoned woodworkers, giving you a seamless learning experience in and beyond the course.
Essential Tools Checklist
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Chisels (recommended set of 4: 6mm, 12mm, 18mm, 24mm)
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Block plane or Bench plane
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Japanese hand saw (Ryoba or Dozuki)
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Marking gauge
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Marking knife
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Combination square
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Steel ruler (150mm or 300mm)
Special Offer for Trial Participants
Enroll within 3 days of your Trial Class and receive AED 500 off the full Woodworking Foundations Course (regular AED 7,850 → AED 7,350).
(Offer not combinable with the AED 150 class redemption.)
Course Fees And What's Included
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Full Price: AED 7,850
Exclusive Offer for Trial Class Participants: AED 500 OFF (AED 7,350)
Deposit: AED 2,500 upon registration
Remainder due: Before course starts -
The exclusive AED 500 discount is available within 3 days of attending your Trial Class.
(Not combinable with other offers.)
Included:
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All project materials
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Full access to machines and tools
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Workshop access (Tues–Fri)
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One-month Resident Program
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KHDA-recognized certificate
Learn from the Best: Our Expert Tutors
Our skilled and passionate tutors bring years of professional experience to the classroom. They do more than teach; they inspire and guide each student on their personal woodworking journey.