Woodshop for Teens — Ages 13–17
Our Woodshop for Teens program is a 12-week hands-on woodworking course designed for teens who want to build real skills, work with real tools, and create something they'll be proud to use for years to come. Students will learn practical woodworking techniques while building confidence, independence, creativity, and problem-solving skills in a safe and encouraging environment.
The Project: Large Planter Box
Students will build a large, sturdy wooden planter box from the ground up — featuring their own custom design cut on our CNC machine. This project teaches foundational woodworking principles while giving teens a finished piece they can enjoy for years to come.
Custom by Design
Personalized with CNC-cut details.
Real Woodworking
Real tools. Real skills.
Real Achievement
Build something they'll use for years.
Tools Students Will Use
- Table saw
- Compound miter saw
- Jointer
- Planer
- Pocket hole jig
- Nail gun
- Measuring tape
- Calipers (for checking wood thickness)
- Computer (design software)
- Drum sander
- CNC Machine
Skills Students Will Gain
- Product design
- Problem-solving
- Measuring
- Reading and following a build plan/design
- Asking clarifying questions before cutting
- Power tool safety and setup
- Squaring and flattening stock (jointer/planer)
- Pocket hole joinery
- Precision cutting to a cut list
- Material selection and thickness tolerance
- Sequencing a multi-step build
- Troubleshooting fit and alignment issues
- Outdoor-rated assembly (weather-resistant joinery/finish awareness)
- Digital design/CAD basics
- Translating a digital design into a physical toolpath (CNC setup and operation)
More Than Just a Project
What Makes This Class Different
What to Expect
"Build skills. Build character. Build something that lasts."
Limited spots available. Register today to reserve your teen's spot.