Training Courses
Beginners Course – Woodturning Level 1
6-week training course
Our 6-week courses are held one day a week for 6 consecutive weeks, from 10am to 4pm.
The start date for the next course is early 2027. There are a limited number of places available.
There are 5 experienced tutors to assist you at every step, all safety equipment is provided, and you can take home your finished pieces. Following the successful completion of the course, you will be awarded a personal certificate.
The course Covers
- safety in the workshop
- how to turn wood
- turning green wood
- sanding techniques
- applying finishing polishes, waxes or oils
- how to sharpen chisels
- tool maintenance
- machinery maintenance
COST
The course costs $240.00 for the 6 sessions, and includes the wood, printed material and tea or coffee at break times. For KWWG members the cost is $180.00. The full cost needs to be paid 1 week prior to the course commencing.
The Course DAtes
The next course dates will appear here once decided.
The next course will be early 2027. One day a week for six weeks. Usually, 10am to 4pm.
venue
The course is held at the Kapiti Menzshed, 22b Rangihiroa Street, Waikanae Beach. Click here to find us on the map.
Register for the course
Once your form has been received, one of our team will be in touch with you soon. As there are limited places available on each training course, registering does not guarantee you a place.
We will be in touch once we have received your form.
Joining the Guild
Course attendees are welcome to join the Kapiti Woodworkers Guild.
The membership subscription is currently $60.00 per annum. This is discounted by $10.00 for members of the New Zealand Association of Woodworkers.