Memberships at CSOS

We are inviting our community to enroll in our new membership program. There are 3 options you’ll choose from to give you more access to what used to be called “open studio”. It has long been our dream to shift our schoolroom into more of a Maker Space, so we’ve looked at other platforms in the city and have come up with a few sweet deals and perks for those of you who want to dedicate more time to your leather working and shoemaking endeavors. We have scheduled plenty of time and space for membership access. The amount of access you’ll get will depend on your membership level. Membership access is shown on our main class calendar so you can plan and reserve your visits at least 24 hrs ahead of time. A monitor will be in attendance but will not be able to provide certification on machines during sessions. Once you purchase your membership, the next step is to become certified on the tools and machines you wish to use (for use of industrial sewing machines, prior proficiency is required in order to be certified). When you purchase your membership, you will get a Membership or Day Pass number. That is unique to you and will be used to schedule your orientation session and subsequent visits to the studio during Members’ Access. After purchasing your membership from our store, your 30 day membership or Day Pass begins after your orientation session.

Welcome to our Membership Platforms

Gold Level: $249 per month

  • Orientation Required–we have scheduled 2x a month when members can get certified on certain machines and advanced tools
  • 10 Studio Sessions–we have scheduled both 2 hr and 4 hr blocks . Each time you attend “members access” during the month constitutes 1 session.
  • Easy Scheduling Online––Choose your date and time (24 hrs notice please) from our roster and reserve a spot. We’re allowing 4 members at a time to work to make sure we’re not overloading the schoolroom. Until further notice, masks will be mandatory.
  • Weekday Access – Our space has been underutilized during the day, but we get many requests for this option. Now it’s here.
  • Weekend Access– Alternating Saturdays and Sundays from 1-5pm
  • 25% Discount on Standard Class Pricing.-We encourage further training through our classes. This discount expires at the end of each month. We are limiting a monthly use of this discount to no more than 4 classes.
  • 40% Discount on Private Tutoring–We hope that members will utilize the vast knowledge that our instructors and staff have developed. Check out your options on our Private Instruction page. Limit 4 hrs
  • Personal Storage Bin— It’s helpful not to lug all your materials and personal tools back and forth from home to school.
  • Personal Leather Storage–ditto above for rolls of leather you may have bought from us or accumulated from other sources.

Silver Level: $99 per month.

  • Orientation Required–We have scheduled 2x a month when members can get certified on certain machines and advanced tools.
  • 6 Studio Sessions–we have scheduled both 2 hr and 4 hr blocks . Each time you come during the month constitutes 1 session.
  • Easy Scheduling Online—Choose your date and time (24 hrs notice please) from our roster and reserve a spot. We’re allowing 4 members at a time to work to make sure we’re not overloading the schoolroom. Until further notice, masks will be mandatory.
  • Weekday Access – Our space has been underutilized during the day, but we get many requests for this option. Now it’s here.
  • Weekend Access– Alternating Saturdays and Sundays from 1-5pm
  • 15% Discount on Classes-We encourage further training through our classes. This discount expires at the end of each month. We are limiting a monthly use of this discount to no more than 4 classes.
  • 15% Discount on Private Tutoring–We hope that members will utilize the vast knowledge that our instructors and staff have developed. Check out your options on our Private Instruction page. Limit 4 hrs
  • Personal Storage Box— It’s helpful not to lug all your materials and personal tools back and forth from home to school. The box is a file box, 12×15 with lid.

Membership Day Pass: $29

Your need for studio time may be sporadic or you are testing out the system to see if you want to upgrade to a Nickel or Gold Membership later. Here are the details:

  • Orientation Required—schedule your orientation online before scheduling your visit. Once you are certified on machines and tools, you can schedule your visit.
  • 1 Studio Visit–choose from a selection of dates and times. One visit could be at most 4 hrs or as little as 1hr.
  • Easy Scheduling Online–See dates
  • Day passes do not expire until used

Check this page for Membership details and Policies