Private Woodturning Tuition for One Person

🧰 Why Choose My Classes?

I offer personalized, one-on-one woodturning tuition—starting with spindle turning—so you get my full attention and tailored instruction. Whether you're a complete beginner or already have experience, I’ll guide you through the essentials: from tool sharpening to project completion.

You'll use professional lathes and tools in a safe, hands-on environment. I provide all materials and safety gear. By the end, you’ll leave with a handcrafted piece and new skills to build on.

My lessons are relaxed and informal—each one is shaped around your goals and learning style. If a question leads down a new path, we’ll explore it. That’s the beauty of real one-to-one learning.

👤 Why Private Tuition With Me Makes a Difference

Woodturning is a very hands-on skill, and small changes in tool angle, stance or presentation can make a big difference. In a larger class of 4, 6 or 8+ people, an instructor naturally has to divide their attention between everyone.

With one-to-one tuition, you have my attention throughout the session. I can watch what you are doing at the lathe, spot problems as they happen and adjust the lesson to your pace rather than the pace of a group.

There is less waiting around, more time actually turning, and plenty of opportunity to stop and ask questions, including questions about lathes, tools, chucks, sharpening systems and other equipment you may be considering buying.

That advice alone can potentially save you money. Beginners are often unsure what they genuinely need and can easily buy unsuitable equipment or spend money on tools they will rarely use. I can explain what is worth considering, what may suit the type of turning you want to do, and what you probably don't need yet.

For a beginner especially, focused tuition isn't just about what you make on the day. It's about leaving with a better understanding of how to turn safely, what equipment you actually need and where to spend your money wisely.

🔧 What We Can Cover During Your Session

• Wood selection & drying – Understand which timber suits which project

• Machine guidance – Advice on lathes, sharpening tools & accessories

• Safety & sharpening – Proper setup and tool care

• Turning technique – Spindle work, 4-jaw chuck use, tool presentation

• Project work – Make a finished piece to take home

⏱️ Why My Classes Don't Need to Be All Day

Some woodturning courses run for a full day or around 8 hours, including up to 1.5 hours of scheduled breaks. My private classes are deliberately shorter and more focused, with much shorter break times.

Because I teach just one person, or two people in the shared class, very little time is lost waiting for an instructor to become available or while other students catch up. I squeeze as much useful tuition as I reasonably can into the time we have, while still allowing time for questions, practice and breaks.

For most beginners, I find 4 or 5 hours of focused private tuition is plenty for one session. It gives you time to learn properly without reaching the point where tiredness starts working against you.

That's why I recommend the longer 4- or 5-hour options rather than trying to turn your first lesson into an all-day course.

🎁 Gift Vouchers Available

Want to give this as a gift?

Gift vouchers can be collected in person. They may also be posted free within Ireland for canny buyers who follow my additional listing instructions.

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💳 Tuition Pricing

Weekday Rates

• 4 hours – €160

• 5 hours – €190

Saturday Rates

• 3 hours – €160

• 4 hours – €200

• 5 hours – €260

➡️ Weekday sessions are discounted; Saturday rates reflect full true value.

➡️ Want to save more? Check out the 2-person class listing!

☕ Breaks & Catering

• 4-hr classes include 1 short coffee break

• 5-hr classes include 2 breaks Bring a snack if attending a 5-hour session — I don’t offer catering, but the kettle’s always on.

📅 Ready to Book?

Please check my Calendar for availability, then Contact Me to confirm. Whether you're just getting started or ready to level up, I’ll tailor the session to suit you.

✅ Summary of Benefits:

•Personalised, focused tuition in a working woodturning studio

•Flexible learning with tools, materials, and safety gear included

•Great value for beginners or hobbyists

•Optional bowl turning add-on

•Gift-ready with flexible booking

•Learn safely, properly—and enjoy the process

🔨 Not just a class — an investment in a lifelong skill.

🆕 New! Basic Bowl Turning Class

I’ve separated bowl turning into its own dedicated class. If you want to focus only on bowl turning, you can now book a Private Bowl Turning Class, or a 2-Person Bowl Turning Class if you’re learning with someone else. Please Note: Prior woodturning experience is required.

📞 Contacting Me for Bookings & Vouchers

📋 Use the Contact Page for all enquiries—it's the most reliable way to reach me. 📧 I reply within 2 hours (check your spam folder too). 📝 Why not phone? Calls disrupt work and details can get lost. The form helps me respond thoroughly and stay organised.

Thanks for understanding—I look forward to hearing from you! 😊