Bandsaws for cutting curves and Drill Presses for precision holes! This workshop reviews the core principles of using these tools in the Ace Workshop including certification. This class is great …
This is a great place to access wonderful machines and equipment, practice that youtube video you have been checking out, and more. Masks are optional for this event. New Guests …
Knit and crochet the night away in the Ace Textiles Studio! Unwind, work on projects, bring a snack to share, and socialize with others on fiber art adventures. This hosted …
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Get to know the Ace Board, Executive Director, and Staff while enjoying light snacks and conversation!
Get ready to print your own posters, photos, art, and more with basic certification training on Ace’s wide-format Epson Printer! Learn about the anatomy of the printer, how to set up and test your prints, and basic troubleshooting. Masks are required for this event. New Guests must have a Full Guest Account before this event …
This tour goes all the way through the 6 rooms at Ace! (there are stairs involved). Your tour guide will take you through all the basics and can provide help signing up as a member. Please DO NOT arrive more than 5 min. early or late as we will not be able to accommodate extra …
Your Ace Makerspace Workshop experience starts here! First, get up to speed on shop etiquette and learn the ins and outs of sharing tools and space at Ace Makerspace. ALL shop users are required to take this class to use the Ace Workshop and Metal Shops. Masks are required for this event. New Guests must …
We're playing Infinity! This event meets in Suite #206, Co-working, and is currently limited to Ace Members and their guest. Okay for newbies! Demo's if you drop in.
Laser open Labs are beginner-friendly series of expert-hosted demonstrations and hands-on experiments designed to help you deepen your laser skill set. This month, we'll be exploring basic concepts and techniques for laser engraving wood: engraving depths, frisket vs sanding, paint, oiling, poly varnish, finishes for different wood types. Bring your questions! Masks are optional for …
Spring has sprung so we're bustin' out the watercolors for a beginner-friendly flower painting workshop! Bring your favorite flower or a photo of it for inspiration and get hands on as we explore basic watercolor and flower painting techniques. Masks are optional for this event. Level: Beginner-Expert Timing: 3 hours Location: Clean Fabrication Prerequisites: None Certification: …
Join fellow textiles enthusiasts for a night of creating in a social environment. The Ace Textiles program has a wide array of machines, tools, and supplies. Folks should expect to work independently; no instruction is provided at this event, though peer support often happens. Masks are optional for this event. New Guests must have a …
Learn all about using the Trim Router, Plunge Router, and Router Table safely in this beginner-friendly, hands-on workshop! Explore core concepts like what each type of router is used for; how to choose the right bit for your project; and how to set up and adjust each tool. This is not a certification class. Masks …
This tour goes all the way through the 6 rooms at Ace! (there are stairs involved). Your tour guide will take you through all the basics and can provide help signing up as a member. Please DO NOT arrive more than 5 min. early or late as we will not be able to accommodate extra …
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 …
Explore core laser maintenance concepts while you clean in this hands-on workshop! Join the group of member volunteers certified to troubleshoot common maintenance related performance issues and complete the regular cleaning our laser needs to stay in tip top shape. Learn more about Laser Maintenance and Laser Maintenance Certification on the Ace Wiki! Masks are …
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.