The Reuse & Repair Collective, a Zero Waste San Diego project, offers San Diego residents of all skill levels access to tools, repair knowledge, and a hands-on project space where you can learn repair skills, extend the life of your belongings, and connect with neighbors.
Whether you’re fixing a favorite jacket, troubleshooting electronics, upcycling an item into something new, or learning to repair bikes, our downtown space gives you everything you need without the investment or storage requirements.
Make use of our fully-stocked tool shed, sewing room, and bike repair station. Perfect for urban residents who lack storage space but need to tackle projects.
Our experienced volunteers guide you through repairs using the "do-it-together" method. This is helpful guidance that will teach you a new skill.
Work on your projects in our community workshop areas. From electronics repair to textile mending, we provide the space you need to get things done.
Step inside this unique converted school building in Cortez Hill. All furniture and fixtures have been recovered through government surplus and community donations, so the space itself embodies the reuse principles we teach.
No experience required! Our space is open whether you’re a complete beginner or have technical skills you’re looking to share with the community.
Sessions are available only during ambassador-led hours. Check the calendar for available dates and times, then arrive during the slots that fit your schedule.
Choose a membership that best fits your needs. Join for as low as $39 a month!
Borrow tools, join events, participate in workshops, work on projects, and connect with neighbors.
For first-time visitors who want to explore the Collective before joining as a monthly member.
– Valid for 7 consecutive days from your chosen start date.
– Access to the space during ambassador hours.
– Use of tools and co-working space during open hours.
– Be part of a welcoming, collaborative community of makers and menders.
This is a one-time trial pass and does not renew monthly.
For creatives seeking light, flexible access each month.
– Includes 7 days of access per month, renewing automatically.
– Access during posted ambassador hours (see calendar).
– Use of tools and co-working space during open hours.
Join a collaborative community of makers and menders who value creativity and sustainability.
For DIYers and repair enthusiasts who want more time to create and connect.
– Includes 14 days of access per month, renewing automatically.
– Come and go as you please to work on projects or simply co-work.
– Access to all rooms during ambassador hours.
– Use of tools, supplies, and co-working space.
Opportunities to connect, share skills, and learn from fellow fixers.
For regular makers and menders who want full access and added community perks.
– Unlimited access to the space during ambassador hours.
– Use of tools, Wi-Fi, and café-style workspace during open hours.
– $5 off select events hosted in the space (within the membership month, at the discretion of the event host).
– Part of a creative, peer-supported community where members share knowledge and inspiration.
– Guest Pass: Bring a friend for $5 (one per month).
This is a shared community space — capacity is limited, so please come prepared to collaborate and share with your neighbors.
INFORMATION ABOUT HOW TO JOIN ONLINE COMING SOON
Your generous donation helps ongoing operations, enables us to keep community access affordable and improves the quality of workshops we deliver. Additionally, our community room is available to book for events. If you are interested in hosting a meeting or workshop, reach out to events@zerowastesandiego.org.
The Reuse & Repair Collective, a Zero Waste San Diego project, is located at 611 Beech Street in Downtown San Diego. We’re inside the old Kipps Adelante building in Cortez Hill.
Our hours vary based on volunteer availability and scheduled activities. The best way to visit is by scheduling a tour appointment to ensure someone is there to show you around.
Rent our unique group space for company and private events.
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Zero Waste San Diego has been San Diego’s leading zero waste and sustainability advocacy organization since 2007.
The Reuse & Repair Collective is our newest initiative – a permanent space where the collaborative repair approach from our traveling clinics can flourish year-round. When you join The Collective, you’re becoming part of a movement that’s been increasing conscious consumption habits in communities across San Diego for nearly two decades.
Our space isn’t open for drop-ins. You are welcome to visit by attending one of our scheduled events or by booking an appointment with an ambassador. You can explore upcoming opportunities on our events calendar.
There are several 2-hour spots and 30-minute spots available nearby, The Reuse & Repair Collective. There is also an all-day Ace Parking lot about 4 blocks away. Our space is near the Trolley and multiple bus routes.
Not at all! Our volunteers are available to help people at every skill level. We believe anyone can learn repair skills with proper guidance.
Electronics, clothing, bikes, small appliances, household items, and more. If you’re unsure about a specific project, ask during your tour! We inventory the types of items members wish to repair so that we can pair a knowledgeable volunteer with the job.
While volunteers and experts do their best to repair items, sometimes an item is simply not repairable to its original form or function. It could be that the item was designed by the manufacturer to be obsolete or irreparable. This presents us with learning opportunities on what it means to consume with thoughtfulness, or think before we buy.
Yes! We have a dedicated bike repair station in downtown San Diego with tools and workspace for maintenance and repairs. Our volunteers can guide you through everything from basic tune-ups to more complex fixes.
Absolutely! Our sewing room is perfect for clothing repair in downtown San Diego, with everything needed for alterations and mending. We offer multiple sewing machines for borrowing, which is a better option than standard sewing machine rentals. You’ll get access to the machines and guidance on using them effectively.
We offer both scheduled workshops and open sewing room access, making our classes more flexible than typical sewing classes in San Diego. You work on your projects with volunteer guidance when needed.
Think of us as more than just tool rental in downtown San Diego – you get access to our complete tool library San Diego plus expert volunteers to show you how to use them properly. Perfect for projects where you need tools but don’t want to buy them or don’t have the space to store them.
Unlike a traditional downtown San Diego repair shop that fixes things for you, we teach you to fix things yourself with guidance from skilled volunteers. Here, you learn valuable skills while saving money on repairs.
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Whether you need to repair your bike, access our tool library, or want to learn new skills through hands-on workshops, The Collective has everything you need.