Workshops Policy

 


There are books, there websites, there is YouTube, but sometimes, the best way to learn is to take a workshop.

Nothing beats hands-on learning in a friendly supportive environment.

From basic bead stringing workshops to metal smithing workshops, we have a variety of workshops for all tastes and all levels of experience!

If you would like to take a workshop, see the details of the workshops we’re offering, call us or book online to reserve your place!  

Supplies etc.
Most of our workshops require you to bring or purchase additional materials.
You can purchase them ahead of time, or come early to the workshop to get them before the workshop starts.

 

Workshop Policies

By registering for a workshop,
You are acepting our workshop policies.

Workshop Registration

Workshop fees must be paid in advance to hold a student’s spot on the list.
You must register online.

There are no refunds unless WE cancel a workshop.
If you would like any additional information about the workshops we offer, or if you have a request for the kind of workshop you would like us to offer, please send an email to store@pocoinspired.com.

Cancellations and Transfers

Cancellation of a workshop is possible, with at least 48 hours notice prior to workshop start date.

The student will receive a refund in the form of store credit.

Cancellations made with less than the required notice will forfeit the entire fee. Sorry, no exceptions.

Once a guest instructor’s workshop is confirmed to run, workshop fees are non-refundable.

THIS IS WHY

The instructors come in just to teach the workshop.
They make time out of their schedule to do this.
They have already put in a ton of time and effort PRIOR to the class to put together a curriculum, instructions, and often supplies or kits.

For our workshops to run, a minimum of students need to be registered.

If there are not enough students registered 2 days prior to the workshop start date, we reserve the right to cancel the workshop.

Reminders for all Students
All students must read Poco Insired’s Workshop Registration policies.
Please write the workshop dates on your calendar.
Pick out materials at least 15 minutes prior to the workshop.
Please arrive at least 10 minutes earlier than your workshop is scheduled.
For your safety: tie your hair back, wear Cotton (non-synthetic) clothing, no flowing clothing, no open toe shoes for any of the metal workshops.
Bring an apron; we use many chemicals that can harm clothing.
Torch workshops are designed for students aged 16 years or older.
The minimum age limit for other classes is 14 years or older.

Drug and Alcohol Policy

We have a ZERO tolerance policy when it comes to any substances whether they are recreational or prescription.
We may work with sharp metal, or tools.
We swing hammers.
We use needles.
We use torches.
And many other things.

What you do on your own time is your own business.
But while you are taking a workshop at our store, we ask that you remain sober.
If you are impared in any way, you become a danger to yourself and those around you.

If we suspect that you are under the influence of any substances
or are impared in any way,
You will be expelled from the workshop.
You will NOT be refunded.