Post & Rung Side Chair
7 Days: Monday-Sunday, June 23rd-29th, 2025, 8AM-5PM
Tuition: $1,650
Ages: 18 & Up
Instructor: Zack Fealk
Instructional Delivery Method(s): In person
Prerequisites: None
Program Level: Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced
Program Description:
Craft a Post & Rung Side Chair with expert guidance from Zack Fealk in this comprehensive chairmaking course. Over the span of the course, students will be taken step-by-step through the intricate process of handcrafting a chair. Starting with the selection of lumber, students will progress through each stage of the chairmaking journey, culminating in the final assembly using traditional hide glue.
Learning is broken down into small, manageable steps, allowing students to master each task before moving on to the next. Opportunities to practice on spare materials are provided whenever a new process, particularly hand shaping, is introduced, ensuring confidence before working on the actual chair components. With a maximum of 5 students, you'll receive personalized instruction in a fully equipped woodworking college with state-of-the-art work benches.
Learning Objectives:
Master the art of steam bending to create the perfect curves for your chair components
Gain proficiency in hand shaping parts using essential tools such as the drawknife, spokeshave, and scraper.
Learn to work effectively with angles and curved parts to achieve the precision required for a well-balanced chair.
Understand the critical role of moisture content and grain orientation in creating durable, long-lasting joints.
Experience the traditional method of assembly using hide glue, ensuring the integrity and longevity of your chair.
Finish the course with hands-on experience in seat weaving, adding the final touch to your handcrafted chair.
At the end of the course, students will walk away with a fully assembled, hand-crafted Post & Rung Side Chair, equipped with the knowledge and skills to continue chairmaking independently.
Attendance Requirements: Students must attend all days
Location: Sam Beauford Woodshop, 1375 N. Main St, Building 41, Adrian, Michigan 49221
Class Size: Maximum 5 students
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If you have any questions about this class, please contact the Administrative Office at (517) 759-3070 or email sambeaufordwoodshop@gmail.com.
AIA Advance Learner Preparation: None
AIA Approved Learning Units & Type: pending
AIA CES Program Approval Expiration Date:
Official AIA CES Provider Statement: Sam Beauford Woodworking Institute is a registered provider of AIA-approved continuing education under Provider Number 10009739. All registered AIA CES Providers must comply with the AIA Standards for Continuing Education Programs. Any questions or concerns about this provider or this learning program may be sent to AIA CES (cessupport@aia.org or (800) AIA 3837, Option 3). This learning program is registered with AIA CES for continuing professional education. As such, it does not include content that may be deemed or construed to be an approval or endorsement by the AIA of any material of construction or any method or manner of handling, using, distributing, or dealing in any material or product. AIA continuing education credit has been reviewed and approved by AIA CES. Learners must complete the entire learning program to receive continuing education credit. AIA continuing education Learning Units earned upon completion of this course will be reported to AIA CES for AIA members. Certificates of Completion for both AIA members and non-AIA members are available upon request.