Success starts here - with the right tools and training!
All you need for every project or learning ambition under one roof.Welcome to Urban Workshop, a premium membership-based workshop, makerspace, and advanced technical training center specializing in professional welder training and certification as well as traditional hands-on shop class for adults and kids 10 to 16. Helping members and students achieve success since 2014. Located in Costa Mesa, CA. Free tours offered daily!
Membership
Gain access to tools, equipment, and workspace to help you start and grow your product-based business or project.
Classes
Learn new skills and techniques with hands-on classes designed for beginners and experienced makers alike.
Welder Training & Certification
Prepare for a successful welding career with practical hands-on training and industry-recognized AWS and LADBS certification opportunities.
Youth Programs
Empower young makers to dream big, build skills, and create through engaging hands-on projects and mentorship.
WHERE MAKERS ARE MADE
Since opening in 2014, we’ve empowered thousands of students, members, and entrepreneurs. With over 10,000 students and 4,000 members served, we’ve helped launch countless projects and careers. Our 28,000-square-foot facility is packed with resources, and we invite you to come see it for yourself. When you walk through our doors, you’ll be greeted by our friendly front desk staff and leave feeling inspired and ready to take on your next big project or start your new career.
Visit us anytime for a free tour at 365-A Clinton Street, Costa Mesa, CA 92626.
What is Urban Workshop?
Urban Workshop is one of North America’s largest and most successful DIY workshops (Makerspace) and a technical training facility, committed to helping our community members and students achieve success in their projects, businesses, and learning goals. With top-tier tools, expert instruction, and a vibrant community, we ensure that every project is completed safely and effectively. Whether you’re tackling a home project or growing your business, our friendly staff and supportive community are here to guide you every step of the way.
How does the membership work?
It’s simple! For a monthly or annual fee, members can use and reserve Urban Workshop’s tools once they have completed the equipment-specific basic safety classes. Our experienced staff is always available to provide personalized assistance whenever needed. Anyone can attend classes.
What equipment and amenities do we offer?
The Urban Workshop makerspace includes 3D printers, laser cutters, a welding shop, wood shop, machine shop, CNC mills, textiles area, vinyl cutters, plastics shop, electronics lab, auto shop, co-working space and computer lab. Members have access to advanced software including SolidWorks, Photoshop, Illustrator, and more. A huge work area with large tables, compressed air and electricity are ideal for working on projects and collaborating with others. We offer a lounge area with coffee, microwave oven, refrigerator and vending machines. We host regular free small business training sessions for members to ensure our entrepreneurial makers are successful.
Can I learn to become a professional certified welder?
Urban Workshop is both an American Welding Society (AWS) Accredited Test Facility (ATF) and LADBS Certified welder test facility that offers on-site welder training and certification testing. Test and train in the same facility! You can even dual certifiy! Click here to learn more about our welder training and certification programs.
Please enjoy this cell phone video tour of Urban Workshop taken on July 15, 2023 during our 9 year anniversary open house.
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