Do I need prior woodworking experience?

No prior experience is needed; the workshop is designed for beginners and includes full instruction.

Are all materials provided?

Yes, all necessary tools and materials are included in the workshop fee.

Is the workshop accessible?

Yes, the venue at 117 11th Street is stroller and wheelchair accessible.

Can I customize my longboard design?

Yes, you can select your wood type and wheel colors to personalize your board.

What is the maximum group size?

Groups are limited to 8 participants to ensure individual attention.

Are children allowed in the workshop?

Participants under 18 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian.

Craft Your Own Classic Longboard: A Beginner’s Guide to Woodworking in Brooklyn

Located in the heart of Brooklyn, New York, the Craftsman Ave Workshop offers a unique creative adventure where art meets action. The "Make a Classic Longboard" workshop invites beginners and woodworking enthusiasts alike to dive into a four-hour hands-on experience building a classic pintail longboard skateboard from scratch. This is not just a craft class; it’s an invitation to master essential woodworking skills and walk away with a fully functional, personalized ride.

Brooklyn’s vibrant culture and industrial renaissance set the perfect backdrop for this workshop. Held at 117 11th Street, the space is accessible and intimate, capped at just eight participants per session. This ensures dedicated instructor guidance as you learn to plane, cut, shape, and smooth hardwood—turning raw timber into a sleek longboard deck. Choose from solid wood or plywood decks, then customize your board with color options for wheels and a personal finishing touch.

Unlike traditional skateboards, the pintail longboard excels at smooth cruising and carving, making it ideal for urban exploration or a stylish ride along Brooklyn’s streets. Learning to work with quality hardwood connects you to the craft tradition of the area, linking the modern maker movement with artisanal woodworking techniques. The workshop’s structure fosters creativity, patience, and skill, culminating in a one-of-a-kind longboard that embodies your craftsmanship and personality.

What makes this experience stand out is its emphasis on beginner-friendly instruction combined with full material provision. No prior woodworking experience is needed; the instructors guide you through each step to ensure you leave confident and proud. The workshop’s central location also makes it a perfect add-on for visitors looking to blend cultural activities with a hands-on project in Brooklyn’s thriving creative scene.

This longboard-building experience is great for individuals seeking a tangible souvenir or a custom ride to enjoy city streets. It’s also a fantastic way to engage with sustainable craft practices, as woodworking encourages reusing natural materials thoughtfully.

Whether you’re a local looking for a new hobby or a traveler wanting an immersive craft experience, this one-day workshop sparks creativity and adventure. Step into the workshop, wield your tools, and carve out your own piece of Brooklyn’s artisan spirit.

About Craftsman Ave

Craftsman Ave is a hands-on maker workshop company that runs a wide range of craft and fabrication classes. The business offers workshops in metalworking, woodworking, stained glass, bladesmithing, leatherwork, electronics refurbishment, and cocktail barrel aging. Classes range from brief 3–4 hour beginner sessions to intensive full-day experiences and intermediate blacksmithing, giving students practical, project-based learning.

Instructors at Craftsman Ave focus on safety and skill development, teaching soldering, welding, forging, knife heat-treating, CNC basics, and finishing techniques. Projects listed include stained glass nightlights and art pieces, copper lamp construction, steel planter fabrication, custom side tables and longboards, classic Game Boy refurbishment, and multiple knife-making formats from railroad spike blades to Damascus steel creations. Several offerings mention sessions held in Brooklyn.

Craftsman Ave emphasizes hands-on instruction with small-group workshops that guide participants from tool introduction to finished, personalized projects. The curriculum covers practical techniques—measuring, cutting, soldering, hammer-forging, quenching, polishing, and handle fitting—so participants leave with tangible skills and a completed object.

Bookings are typically organized per-session with explicit project outcomes, materials use, and instructor support. The business presents a diverse set of workshops that combine traditional craft methods and modern fabrication tools to help hobbyists, gift-givers, and aspiring makers create high-quality, customized goods. Safety protocols, instructor oversight, and supplied materials are standard for each session, and many workshops are suitable for group events, corporate team-building, birthday parties, and personalized gift-making. Participants receive step-by-step instruction and take home a finished, usable item that reflects individual design choices and learned techniques and continued support.