Instructor guiding a student at a wood lathe during a woodturning trial class at The Makers Society in Dubai.
Close-up of a woodturning gouge shaping a spindle on a lathe during a woodturning trial class at The Makers Society in Dubai.
Instructor guiding a student at a wood lathe during a woodturning trial class at The Makers Society in Dubai.
Close-up of a woodturning gouge shaping a spindle on a lathe during a woodturning trial class at The Makers Society in Dubai.

Woodturning Trial Class – Introduction to the Lathe (2 Hours)

Dhs. 150.00
Dhs. 150.00
Key Points
  • Beginner-friendly introduction
  • Learn essential lathe best practices
  • Hands-on guidance on cutting technique
  • Turn a small starter piece and take it home
  • Small-group, instructor-led session
  • No prior experience required
  • Minimum age 16

Curious about woodturning but not sure where to start?
This Woodturning Trial Class is a short, focused introduction designed to give you hands-on experience at the lathe and a clear understanding of the fundamentals.

Under the guidance of Davood, you’ll learn how to safely operate the lathe, understand basic turning tools, and transform a solid block of wood into a clean, shaped cylinder. This class is ideal if you want to explore woodturning before committing to a longer course.

What you’ll learn

  • Basic lathe safety and setup
  • Introduction to woodturning tools and chisels
  • How to mount a wood blank correctly
  • Turning a square block into a smooth cylinder
  • Creating simple shapes using controlled cuts

What you’ll make

  • A turned wooden cylinder with basic decorative shaping

What’s included

  • Use of professional woodturning lathe and tools
  • Wood blank for the exercise
  • Personal instruction (max 2 students)
  • Safety equipment

What to bring

  • Comfortable clothing
  • Closed shoes
  • Long hair tied back

Policies

  • All courses are non-refundable.
  • One free reschedule is permitted if requested more than 24 hours before the scheduled class.
  • Any additional changes, or changes requested within 24 hours of the class, are subject to a rebooking fee of AED 150.
  • Missed classes or no-shows are not eligible for refunds or rescheduling.
  • Participants must be at least 16 years of age to attend.