You have just got a lathe and maybe turned some pieces and now you wish to develop your skills further. or even more exciting you have never used a lathe and you want to find out if you like turning.

This two day programme covers the basic skills for turning including health & safety, golden rules, spindle and bowl turning, and most importantly everything you make you take home to show your friends and family.

You may have had some time away from turning or you feel you are in a creative cul-de-sac and want to find a new challenge.

Spend a day, one to one with Dave and explore alternatives in a supportive environment.

we refresh the health & safety elements and golden rules and then get in to making shavings and one or two pieces to take home.

When your creativity gets bigger than your equipment can handle or you need support and guidance with a challenging project or a special piece arrange to speak to Dave and we can arrange a Zoom chat to discuss possibilities.

When we agree the sessions to meet your needs we will decide the programme from 1 or more days this approach is flexible as each project will be unique. We can source the wood or you can bring your own if yo have a special piece.

Course Costs vary but generally include every thing you need for the time spent with David, the only exception is if you want a “special” piece of wood that needs to be ordered* and that could be at an additional cost which would be agreed before we confirmed the course.

Getting Started

£240.00 for two days one to one learning.

£160.00 per person for two days with two students on the course.

Refinding your MoJo

£140 per day one to one learning*

Advanced Projects

£140 per day one to one learning*

Ready to book your course?

Complete the contact form and we can arrange a date or discuss any questions you may have, we can do this by phone or even a video chat (FaceTime or WhatsApp).

A wood turning course makes an excellent gift or experience day. Course vouchers are individually produced and can make ideal presents.

What should I wear to my woodturning class?

You’ll need long trousers, a shirt or jumper without loose sleeves or in summer short sleeved top or tee shirt and sturdy footwear, safety boots are preferred, remember you'll be on your feet a lot of the day so something comfortable.

Do not wear trainers, canvas shoes, sandals or “croc’s”

Do I need to bring my own wood?

​No, I will provide wood for you to turn - as well as paints, adhesives, waxes etc. unless we agree that their is something special you want to turn.

​What safety equipment do I need - or do you provide it?

​All safety equipment is provided. For every class there’ll be; Visor, Safety glasses, Earplugs, Dust masks, Gloves if appropriate, but if you have your PPE you’re more than welcome to bring it along.​

Are woodturning tools also provided in the classes?

​All machinery and tools are provided, but if you have your own tools, you’re more than welcome to bring them along.

Do I need to bring my own food & drink?

Lunch and refreshments are provided, if you have any dietary requirements please let us know at time of booking

Can you teach people under 18?

Yes, I can teach from any age, this obviously depends upon the persons ability to hold tools and accept instructions, generally I would say from 14 years old. For these classes, I keep a ratio of 2 students to one woodturning tutor.

A parent or guardian would be welcome to attend for the day, we could discuss this if required.