Collection: Workshops

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Need an excuse for a vacation? Come visit us in beautiful Chico, California!

We have a dedicated classroom in our building in addition to a variety of Compu-Dobby looms that are available for students to weave on. The popular AVL Weaving School has been in business over 25 years! That means you can be sure to receive top notch service. Class size is limited to ten so that our teaching staff can tailor their classes to suit the individual needs of students. Experienced weavers and novices alike are sure to acquire lots of new, valuable skills.

Vacation not in the cards? Let us bring the classroom to you! Check out our Traveling Teacher Program.

Special Note on COVID Safety: We are committed to maintaining a safe environment for our students, visitors and employees. To that end AVL follows CDC and state laws on COVID prevention. The following protocols are practiced at all times during AVL workshops on-site:

Reduced class size - Class attendance has been reduced by 20% to ensure we can maintain proper distancing.
Face coverings for unvaccinated persons - Staff and students are required to wear appropriate face coverings. Appropriate face coverings include the following masks: N95, surgical, double cloth, full face shield. AVL provides free masks if you do not have your own. Vaccinated persons are not required to wear face coverings, but may wear a mask if they prefer.
6 foot personal spacing - Each student will be provided a separate desk to ensure spacing is maintain.
Proof of vaccination - Vaccinated persons must provide proof of vaccination, or will be required to wear a face covering.
No communal food or sharing of utensils
Hand sanitizer will be available for student use
Rigorous cleaning between workshops

Please contact us if you have any concerns or special requirements.

Class Schedule

Calendar Year 2022 Classes

January/February 2022

Jan 31 - Feb 2: Maximizing Your AVL -- This class is full. We welcome you to check later dates.
Feb 3-4: WeavePoint for Twills -- There is still space available in this class. Please contact AVL to sign up!

May 2022

May 2-4: Maximizing Your AVL
May 5-6: WeavePoint for Layers

July 2022 - Join us at HGA Convergence in Knoxville, TN during July 15-21 where AVL will have a booth offering in person software and hands-on loom experiences.

September 2022