Spindle Turning course (advanced) one day

Spindle turning course (advanced) one day

The spindle turning courses are in the workshop which has a good selection of tools and lathes and has cyclonic dust extraction and Microclene ambient air filters. There is an abundant supply of timber for you to turn and, of course, a plentiful supply of tea & coffee.

Phil’s aim is to show you the correct and safe way to turn whether it is spindle turning or faceplate turning along with the tricks of the trade. Phil has many years of experience in hand turning and industrial production woodturning and his job is to pass some of his knowledge to you.

Safety first

Safety is very important to Phil. You are on your last set of fingers, eyes and lungs so it pays to be careful, confident and safe in the knowledge that you are turning correctly.
Phil has set up the workshop with safety in mind. It is clean, well lit and has  Microclene ambient air filter and a fully ducted cyclonic dust extraction system. Phil can advise you on what tools you may require and provide you with the correct procedures so you can proceed safely. Safety equipment will be provided for your lesson. Safety glasses, or a full visor which must be used when on the lathe/grinder or when using hand power tools – a P3 dust mask and optional earplugs. If you prefer you can bring your own visor or powered respirator. It is advisable for you to bring your tools along so he can see how you previously ground your tools.

What is covered?

Subjects that can be covered in detail dependent on the duration of time booked and student ability.
Below is a brief description of what can be covered in a course dependent upon the duration and the student’s ability. We will also cover tool sharpening as without sharp tools, you can not turn. This will be taught in the traditional method which is on a standard grinder freehand with no jigs.

Why only two students?

After careful consideration, Phil Jones- Professional Woodturner has decided to teach only a maximum of two people per session. This is so that the students receive maximum input from Phil. This is because the greater the number of students, the more Phil time has to be divided. By only having two students this results in achieving more in the time provided. Phil was taught himself by this method of one to one tuition and it is the time served way for trade skills i.e hand woodturning to be passed on to others.

Here is a link to the first in a series of my YouTube video teaching aids.

Basics of the freehand grinderhttps://youtu.be/09L6et4KV9Q

Advanced spindle turning

Where students would like to do 2-1 sessions  with a friend or family member Phil is very happy to accommodate. 

If you would like a gift voucher for a friend Phil is happy to take bookings for them via email or from the ” But it now ” buttons below and can provide a Gift Voucher  letter for the recipient.The Gift Voucher is emailed to the donor but will not be valid until paid in full.Please note the buy it now buttons the Gift voucher is not an automated service and will follow when Phil attends his emails which is typically daily.Please note that Phil will be happy to date Gift vouchers purchased as Christmas presents from Christmas day, just to avoid a last minute rush.

Wood turning gift voucher 1-1 to be used within 6 months £280.00

Wood turning gift voucher 2-1 to be used within 6 months £300.00

Wood turning gift voucher £100 to aid towards a wood turning day this will need topping up by the recipient to either a 2-1 course or 1-1 course or by another relative or friend to the full cost of the course before it can be booked.