Urban Workshop

My boys were in level 1 for fall semester and we paid out of pocket $800 each for 12 weeks. Not with charter funds. I personally knew of at least 7 other kids whose parents used charter funds, so for some reason, when you use state money, your expectations are not as high?

I didn't expect extended wait times to use the tools and machines most weeks, no communication from the Education Manager until Week 5, almost halfway through the semester, to know what they did, and were underwhelmed at their projects until they were nearing the end.

I would highly recommend a do-over with classes that enroll less than 10 kids. My friend even spoke with the manager or owner expressing our concerns. Our max capacity class had lots of waiting around, partner or group work to save time and resources, and the teachers doing more of the work to get the kids through the projects in time.

I did not think this was a good value for the price I paid. One kid does not want to come back and the other wants to give it one more chance. I will not make a decision about Level 2 until mid-January when I survey how many kids are enrolled in each time slot.

I learnt how to make a cheeseboard from a block of pine at OC Makers Fair. They are super friendly and patient! I had great fun at my first woodworking experience.

This place, the staff, and everything they offer are just 5-star across the board! You can literally do or make anything here!

This business is run by lawyers. No class and no honor. I was charged for a membership that I canceled within the first month and they continued to charge me for a year (yes I should have caught this sooner by scrubbing my bank statements monthly) because the cancelation request wasn't sent to the one specific email that they require you to cancel through. This was never made clear. Instead it was sent to their contracts team (the same team that set up the account)...

And on the back end of this error, the management team ignored calls and emails to avoid having to make the situation right.

Just awful to see small businesses caged in community act like big business because they are lawyered up. But what should I expect out of Orange County?

This place is the best. My boys are taking their level one class now. So happy we found this. I can't say enough good about it. The instructors and administration, the professional work that is done there, the people and friendships. This is huge for us and everyone else we know that's involved is loving it just as much as well.

This place is great! So many amazing tools and people. I've taken 3 classes so far. Can't wait to start on my own projects soon.

Went in to get more information on the welding program. Was greeted by the sweetest girl, Kamy. She took us on a full tour of the facility and answered all of our questions. The place is super welcoming and the staff is wonderful. I plan on joining the new AWS welding program they offer!

I really like this place. I have been a member for 5+ years. A lot of great people always willing to offer advise or lead a helping hand. From auto lifts and welding equipment to laser and vinyl cutting with full wood work and metal shops, you don't need to look for another place to do your projects. Stop in and take a tour to see what they have to offer. And no, I wasn't paid to write this.

I took a metal class here once in 2015 and had a good experience as a guest but now (seven years later!) I've been spammed with marketing emails and text. Even after unsubscribing they still contacted me. Is the business suffering so badly that they need to resort to unethical practices? This aggressive approach has left an awful impression on me.

When you need make wooden boat parts, the routers, sanders, saws, and other tools are are here. I'm ready to join when if my project happens.

Take the tour to become familiar with the shared shop facilities they offer.