UNITE Saturday School is a collaborative initiative between UNITE, Oakstop, Ace Makerspace, and local STEAM organizations like Njoya Engineering, Healing Da Maafa, and I.S.A. Our program aims to provide holistic education and mentorship opportunities for youth aged 7-17 in the Bay Area. Ages: Open to all ages, Focus on ages 7-17. Pedagogy: We follow the …
Get certified to operate both the big and small bandsaws in the Ace Shop. Students will learn how to check bandsaw guide alignment, tracking, and tension before use; how to cut curves on the small bandsaw; how to resaw wood on the big bandsaw; and Ace Makerspaces use and safety policies. Masks are required for …
Basic sewing lessons! Learn the basics and get hands-on experience with sewing machines. Great for beginners ages 13 and up. Masks are optional for this event. Class Type: Exposure Class Level: Beginner Class Length: 4 Hours Location: Suite #206, Textiles Studio Prerequisites: None Age: 13+ Agenda: Machine and hand sewing skills Basic sewing machine parts …
Get certified to use Ace's PFAFF Midarm Free Motion Sewing Machine! This tool is phenomenal for quilting large blocks, free-motion sewing, decorative stitching and more. In this certification class, students will explore safe Midarm operation in the Ace Textiles studio while getting hands on practice with the basics like threading and oiling the machine, winding …
This tour goes all the way through the 6 rooms at Ace! Your tour guide will take you through all the basics and can provide help signing up as a …
Visit the Ace Booth at Oakland First Fridays! Make a FREE button, see samples of projects you can make at Ace + learn about our programs, our community, and more. …
Ace members, please join us for our All-Members meeting. The meeting is hybrid, taking place in Co-Working. Agenda Icebreaker Intro to our Ace Board Updates from the Board Our path forward & how to volunteer to support Ace Q&A For those joining remotely, join us on Zoom here (passcode 912179).
Get oriented in Ace culture and systems so you can hit the ground running as a new member of the Ace Community! We've got plenty of helpful tips for navigating …
UNITE Saturday School is a collaborative initiative between UNITE, Oakstop, Ace Makerspace, and local STEAM organizations like Njoya Engineering, Healing Da Maafa, and I.S.A. Our program aims to provide holistic education and mentorship opportunities for youth aged 7-17 in the Bay Area. Ages: Open to all ages, Focus on ages 7-17. Pedagogy: We follow the …
The Table Saw, Jointer, and Planer are core woodworking tools that are great for beginner and veteran woodworkers. This workshop goes over the core principles of using these tools in the Ace Workshop including certification. Masks are required for this event. Level: Beginner Timing: 3 hours Location: Suite #214 Workshop Corequisite: Shop Basics Certifications: Jointer, …
Get started with sewing machines, common stitches, and hand sewing techniques in this 3 hour crash course! Masks are optional for this event. Level: Beginner Timing: 3 hours Location: Coworking/Textiles suite 206 Certification: No certification Age: 16+ with Adult What you will learn: Machine and hand sewing skills Basic sewing machine parts Threading the machine Changing the needle Bobbin winding …
Get going on your aspirational mending projects - you know that pile in the back of your closet with ripped clothes, moth-eaten curtains, and your favorite tote with the torn handle! Your knowledgeable host can help you choose the technique for your repair, provide guidance if you hit a snag, and share thrifty tips for …
Most Ace Makerspace classes are beginner-friendly and open to the general public including our tool certification classes.
While non-members can hold certifications only members enjoy unlimited access to Ace Makerspace tools and resources.
Learn more about joining our community HERE.
Guest Accounts and Liability Waivers
If this is your first visit to Ace Makerspace please make sure to sign up for your FREE guest account and sign your liability waiver. You only need to complete this paperwork once. All attendees must have completed and signed liability paperwork. If you are purchasing a ticket for someone else, please send them this link to finish the sign up process.
Age Guidelines and Youth Forms
Youth guests taking classes must be accompanied by an adult chaperone and have completed youth guest forms filled out by a parent or guardian. See class descriptions for age guidelines. Youth guests may take our certification classes but cannot use tools without an adult also certified to use the tool. If you have any questions about bringing your kids to Ace Classes please email [email protected].
Class Materials
Unless specified in the class description, your registration fee covers all the materials you need for the class which will be provided by Ace.
Tickets for Sliding Scale Events
Our social and open lab events are supported by donations with no one turned away for lack of funds. Events like these have two ticket types to choose from when you register:
SUPPORT tickets allow you to contribute to the event when you RSVP
FREE tickets are available for folks who need financial support to access events like these or for folks interested in contributing on site at the event. We do not require an application for our FREE tickets, but if you can make a contribution we encourage you to do so.
Class Scholarships
Our pricing structure supports a limited number of scholarships reserved for students in need of financial assistance. We grant scholarships on a first-come first serve basis with priority given to Ace Makerspace Members.
To apply for a scholarship please fill out this form.
Ace Makerspace reserves the right to cancel class for any reason including low enrollment or instructor illness. If class is canceled we will contact you via email and issue a full refund. Depending on course availability, you may also have the option to transfer your ticket to a future class.
We do not offer credits, transfers, or refunds for student cancellations. You can offer your ticket for sale to others in the comments or on slack. You are solely responsible for those transactions & letting us know who is taking your spot.
Arriving on time to class is very important.
For certification classes we are unable to accommodate late arrivals. If you arrive more than 10 minutes past the start time you will be unable to attend that day and your class fee is forfeit. For non-certification classes, your ability to participate will be based on instructor discretion.
Ace Makerspace workshops where classes are taking place are closed for member use for the duration of that class. Exceptions will be made either directly in the event description or on a case by case basis at the discretion of the instructor. If you have a question about whether or not you can access the space during class time please message the instructor or post on slack.
Quiet Dibs
Loud tools like the planer and tools that require use of the cyclone dust collection system can disrupt classes in other workspaces. When an instructor requests “quiet dibs” for their class it means that some tool use will be limited during that time. Check slack when planning your time to see if an instructor has requested “quiet dibs.”
The Planning Calendar
The Ace Planning Calendar is an internal tool used for scheduling events and space use with partners and teams. It is not an accurate reflection of confirmed and finalized events. Please use the calendar above as your source of truth.
