Whether you’re a beginner or already know the drill, Maker Playground members are provided access to a playground of tools to build, explore, and tinker. Makers from the ages of 16+ can begin creating at Maker Playground.
Maker Memberships
Maker Memberships are available to makers 16+ with little to advanced experience using machinery and tools. Members will be granted access to Maker Playground during operating hours. In addition to access to our space and equipment, members also receive a discount on classes at Maker Playground.
Please watch all training videos prior to your visit to use the space. Monthly memberships are billed automatically by month. Members receive a 10% discount if they choose an annual membership. Please email us with any membership and equipment questions at makerplayground@fishers.in.us.
Basic Membership
Ages 23+
Provides regular access to any available Maker Playground sections and equipment that member has been trained to use. Certain machines require receiving additional training and making a reservation subject to availability.
- Monthly: $50 Fishers residents, $75 non-residents
- Annual (10% discount): $540 Fishers residents, $810 non-residents
Young Entrepreneur Membership
Ages 16-22 Only
Maker Playground offers 50% off for young adults who need access to workspace and equipment. If a member is under the age of18, Maker Playground will require a guardian or parent signature on the liability waiver portion of registration checkout.
- Monthly: $25 Fishers residents, $38 non-residents
- Annual (10% discount): $270 Fishers residents, $410 non-residents
5-Visit Punch Card
Ages 16+
Not ready for the membership commitment? Need a gift for the maker and artisan in your life? Purchase a 5-Visit Punch Card that will allow you or your gift recipient 5 visits for $125. This price is valid for both residents and nonresidents.
- Punch Card Members have access to everything from our Basic Membership.
- Punch Card Members must watch all safety videos prior to their first visit.
- If you’re a gift recipient of a 5-Visit Punch Card, please visit Maker Playground to enroll as a “Punch Card Member”. Cards lost prior to enrolling in Punch Card Membership can not be reissued.
- Punch Card Members will not receive an access badge for Maker Playground and will have to check in with the front desk to gain access to the shop at each visit.
- Punch Card Members wanting to use the CNC router or laser cutter must complete the prerequisite training prior to use. Attendance to training does not require the use of a punch and therefore will not count as one of your 5 visits unless member wants to do additional work before or after the training session. Once qualified on a machine, Punch Card Members that renew will not have to retake trainings. However, Maker Playground staff reserves the right to require members to retake training classes if they do not demonstrate adequate safety and understanding of Maker Playground guidelines.
Additional Membership Information
Training is required for access to Maker Playground prior to your use of the space. Membership is contingent on following and accepting Maker Playground’s waiver and contract. Members less than 18 years of age must have a guardian sign their waiver and agree to the policy and procedure included.
Certain machines require additional training before members are approved for usage. All access equipment is limited and dependent on availability. Reserve certain machines by visiting our Equipment Reservation Catalog.
New members are also subject to a one month probationary period before full access is granted to the shop. This allows for staff to get to know new members and ensure proper shop safety is being practiced. Members who neglect equipment or safety can have privileges revoked or suspended.
For monthly members, monthly withdrawals from your designated banking institution will occur upon your waiver agreement being signed. You may cancel at any time, and will need to notify a Maker Playground administrator of your wish to discontinue in person.
All construction materials must be provided by the member. Building materials will not be permitted to be stored at the Maker Playground outside of regular operating hours. Please plan ahead for set up and tear down of your project to allow time to construct and remove materials before you depart.
