The MakerSphere Wood Shop & Maker Space is located at 1727 Guptil Road in Waterbury Center.
MakerSphere offers woodworking programs including Beginner Woodworking Certification classes, Beginner Women's Woodworking, Afterschool Youth Woodworking, monthly shop memberships and a variety of workshops for all skill levels.

The MakerSphere Wood Shop includes a wide variety of hand tools and machines including:
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table saw
drill press
routers and routing table
planer
jointer
miter saw
band saws
disc and disc belt sander
oscillating spindle sander
nail guns
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Monthly Woodshop Membership
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MakerSphere offers monthly wood shop memberships. Adults 18 and over may register to become a monthly member.
Membership gives individuals access to the wood shop and all the tools on which they have been trained. Members may access the shop during scheduled staffed hours. Shop staff or instructors are present to oversee activities, assist members with questions, and ensure safe operation of machines and tools.
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Cost of Membership is $75 per month. Enrollment in the autopay system is required. Cancel anytime.​​​
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Qualifications
There are two options to qualify for membership:
Individuals must have completed the 7-Week Beginner Woodworking Certification Course
OR, experienced woodworkers may schedule an assessement to validate experience.
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Assessment for Experienced Woodworkers
Experienced woodworkers may schedule an assessment rather than take the certification class. Individuals must first complete the assessment application form. Once completed, you will be contacted to conduct the assessment in person at the shop. There is a fee of $100 for the two-hour assessment. Click here to access the Assessment Form.
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Membership Details
View the Membership Agreement below for all membership details. ​​​
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How to Join
Once you have met either of the above qualification requirements, you may join as a monthly member. A new and simpler enrollment process is underway; in the meantime, please contact us for details and instructions.​
Membership Agreement
View or download the Membership Agreement
(This is for reference only; not for signature)
Shop Protocols & SOP's; Safe Operating Procedures
View or download
Member Hours as of January 9, 2026
Wednesdays 5:30 pm - 8:30 pm
Saturdays 9:00 am - 12:00 pm
Sundays 9:00 am - 12:00 pm
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Please note that staff have the option of closing up the shop after 90 minutes if members are not present by that time.
