What we’re about
Welcome to Pikes Peak Makerspace!
Where America's mountain makers go to create!
Located in Colorado Springs, Colorado and home to America's mountain - Pikes Peak - we are a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization dedicated to supporting our maker community in their creative process by providing the materials, access to tools, and knowledge base they need to turn their ideas into a reality. We offer training classes on most of our more complex machines that you can view right here! Whether you are a novice trying to learn something new or an experienced maker in need of tools and community, you are welcomed here!
We relay heavily on donations and dedicated volunteers. Therefore, if you are interested in donating materials or equipment or have the time to give back, we greatly appreciate it! You can check out our donations page here and see what we need or contact us directly.
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See all- Woodshop Orientation & Sawstop Certification - Members Only!Pikes Peak Makerspace, Colorado Springs, CO$60.00
This class is meant for Pikes Peak Makerspace members ONLY.
Previously the Wood Shop Orientation class, it is now a combination class which includes the Saw Stop Training and Certification.This first half of the orientation is mainly focused on the Wood Shop including:
- Basic safety
- Introduction to the equipment available
- Requirements for use of the shared space
- And cleaning responsibilities
The orientation will transition into the Saw Stop Training and Certification in the last half designed to teach individuals how to safely and effectively operate the Saw Stop table saw.
Certification for use on the Saw Stop consists of two parts: a quiz and an in-person demonstration.The class will conclude with a hands-on demonstration to showcase your ability to operate the saw safely and correctly.
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You must pass THIS QUIZDuring the training class, you will learn:
- Basic setup and operation of the SawStop table saw
- Safe cutting techniques and procedures
- Maintenance and troubleshooting
Only individuals who have passed the quiz and hands-on demonstration will be authorized to use the saw.
Cost:
$60 for Pikes Peak Makerspace members / this class is not open to the public at this time.Scheduling:
This combo class is designed for new-to-woodshop members and is offered twice per month on Saturdays mornings.
For members who have already completed woodshop orientation and are interested in the Saw Stop only, there is a separate class once per month on Thursday evenings.If these time or date does not work with your schedule, please contact Lisa or Drew on Slack.
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Please Note!
(1) Liability Wavier Notice: Before taking this class, all attendees must have signed our liability waiver when beginning their automatic payments. If you have not, please let us know or visit https://pikespeakmakerspace.org/become-a-member and take care of this.
(2) No Show Policy: If you are unable to make this class, please contact us on slack as soon as possible. If you do not show up and have not communicated to us that you will not be able to attend, the class cost is not refundable. This policy respects the time and effort instructors take to be available for classes and the missed opportunity for other members. We thank you for your understanding.
