Learn Trades At Any Age
Hands-on skills for curious kids.
Where future makers are encouraged to play, create, and grow.
Building confidence—one project at a time.
Kids don’t just learn how to use tools. They learn how to problem-solve, work with their hands, and create something they’re proud of.
At Makers Workshop, we help young builders develop real-world skills that spark independence, focus, and grit—values parents love and kids carry for life.
Try a Workshop.
Build Something Real.
Our pop-up sessions are one-time, hands-on woodworking workshops designed to introduce families to what we do. Perfect for newcomers, weekend activities, and anyone curious about joining our summer or after-school programs.
Kids get to:
Use real tools safely
Build beginner-friendly woodworking projects
Learn fundamentals of craftsmanship
Take home something they made with their own hands
For parents, pop-ups are your chance to:
Meet the instructors
See our safety approach
Get a feel for our program
Join the Makers Workshop community
What We Teach
Skills that Last a Lifetime
We start with beginner woodworking and expand into multiple trades over time—everything from tool safety to simple builds to creative problem-solving.
Early projects may include:
Treasure boxes
Tool caddies
Pipe fitting
Simple circuit builds
Step-by-step, students gain confidence working with tools while learning how things are made.
You’ve got questions,
we’ve got answers
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We currently work with kids ages 8–16. This range ensures students can safely use tools, follow instructions, and complete hands-on projects.
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None at all. Every workshop is designed for beginners. We teach tool safety, basic techniques, and walk students through each step.
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Safety is the foundation of everything we do. We use age-appropriate tools, teach proper handling, maintain small instructor-to-student ratios, and supervise every step. Our goal is to empower kids while keeping them safe.
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Our pop-ups and after-school programs are hosted at Brooklyn Apple Academy—a warm, welcoming community space designed for hands-on learning.
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Every student completes a beginner woodworking project they take home that same day—something they designed, built, and are proud of.
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Yes. After-school launches Fall ‘26 (Tuesdays & Thursdays). Pop-ups help families get a preview and reserve interest early.
