One-Day Introduction to Router Skills

Service Description

This one-day introductory router course is ideal for beginners who want to learn how to use one of woodworking’s most versatile power tools with confidence and precision. Throughout the day, learners will discover the fundamentals of handheld and table-mounted router use while developing safe and accurate working techniques. Participants will learn how to: * Understand router types, bits, and their applications * Set up a router safely, including correct depth and speed settings * Use guides, fences, and jigs for controlled cutting * Perform essential operations such as edge profiling, groove cutting, rebating, and trimming * Select the right bit for the job and maintain cutting tools * Work confidently with a router table for improved accuracy * Produce a small project or sample board demonstrating the techniques learned By the end of the course, learners will have a solid foundation in router operation, safety, and technique—equipping them to use the tool effectively in their own workshop projects.