Fine Woodworking: Chair Making – Nov 2, 2026

Fine Woodworking: Chair Making

Intermediate

Nov 2-6, 2026

Main Campus in Waitsfield, VT

5 Class Days

$175

$1,350.00 Tuition

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A group of students poses outside with the chairs they made.

Build your own solid wood chair

In this one-week course you will build your own chair from a pre-existing plan. You’ll become well-versed in chair joinery techniques, especially mortise and tenon, and a variety of seat-making methods.

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Intermediate

Nov 2-6, 2026

Main Campus in Waitsfield, VT

5 Class Days

$175

$1,350.00 Tuition

Register

Learn about sliding scale tuition

Class Schedule

Monday - Friday
9am-5pm

You'll Take Home

  • Your own dining chair with woven seat

Experience Level & Prerequisites

Students are expected to have completed an introductory woodworking course such as Intro to the Woodshop or Beginning Woodworking. Similar courses from other schools or comparable experience is acceptable.

Credits

  • 35 AIA Credits
  • 2 Sterling College CEUs

Project Gallery

A glued-up portion of a chair lies on a work table in a woodshop
A chair gets glued up between clamps in the woodshop
Photo of a maple chair with forest green woven seat and back in a bright classroom
A maple chair with green woven seat and back is pictured outside in front of the main building on the lawn with tree branches overhead.

Instructors

Reviews

  • "The energy and attitudes in the room were incredible. I was also pleased with how well the project was suited to the course. It was just the right amount of challenging and the right amount of time to keep moving but not be stressed about finishing."

    – 2024 Chair Making student

Sliding Scale Tuition

The implementation of a sliding scale is part of our commitment to economic justice and continued equity within education. Students can select the rate that applies best to their situation during registration.

Tier 1


Tuition Assistance: 65% reduced rate

Paying for this course presents a significant financial hardship. 

Tier 2


Tuition Assistance: 85% reduced rate

Paying full price for this course presents somewhat of a financial hardship. 

Tier 3


Full Tuition
Paying this price may be a sacrifice, but I can find the resources to do so. 

Tier 4


Your Tuition & Help Another: Full Tuition + 15%

Paying for this course does not present a significant financial sacrifice. I have the ability to redistribute resources and increase access for others. 

Tier 5

Your Tuition & Help Another: Full Tuition + 40%
Paying for this course does not present any financial sacrifice. I have the ability to redistribute resources and increase access for others. 

Meals & Lodging

  • Lodging
    Ranges from $15 - $60 per day depending on season and which type of housing you select
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  • Meals
    $20-$55 per day
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