Build with ambitious people

Tired of building alone? The Builders Club in Kitchener is here to change
that! We're a community of ambitious individuals and small teams working
on various projects, from software and hardware and beyond (generally
tech-enabled and interested).

Ambitious people building their next thing

Build together, not alone! How people build projects, products, and companies is changing. The Builders Club is a place for you to connect with amazing people and learn together.

Co-working with a twist

The Clubhouse in downtown Kitchener offers 24/7 access, but it's more than just a workspace. We encourage members to build alongside each other (sometimes, often, it's really up to you!).

Casual support

Need feedback on your project? The Builders Club fosters a collaborative environment with weekly "let's demo stuff" sessions and one-on-one pairings. Peer mentorship and live demos are built right in!

Your village for building

Just like it takes a village to raise a child, building your dream takes a supportive network. The Clubhouse surrounds you with fellow builders, creating a space to learn from each other and keep each other motivated. We call it LFGbuild (Let's F*ing Build!), but you can call it your creative co-op or your innovation incubator – whatever inspires you!

How we build is changing

We are constantly looking at different ways to support our members. From having a virtual mailbox to regular programming to childminding. What will help them focus on the things they are building?

Pricing

Our memberships give you access to a place where you can work, meet folks, attend and host events, use the gym, etc. You don't get a dedicated desk but we do offer that for a small additional fee. We are always looking for ways to make the community better.When you are accepted, you can get a free week with full membership access to decide if this is the right fit for you.

Member

$100 per month

As a member:

  • 24/7 access to the clubhouse

  • Slack channel

  • Mailing address for your business

Student

$10 per month

As a member:

  • 24/7 access to the clubhouse

  • Slack channel

  • Mailing address for your business

Supporter

$500 per year

As a member:

  • Limited access to the clubhouse

  • Slack channel

  • Designed for out of town folks who want to support the community

Membership details are here.

Who is in the space?

The people who built products, tech, founded companies, and grown organizations behind these logos have joined the club. Add yours!

Not sure yet?

Our application process is easy. You can be working for yourself or someone else. You might like to code or maybe marketing or product is your thing. As long as you are building something, we would like you to consider joining the club!If you don't want to fill out the application form and just want to stay informed as to what is happening at the Builders Club, sign up below.

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Payment

Use this page to pay for your membership. You should have first applied and received a welcome message. Payments are handled with Stripe and it should send you a receipt -- if it does not, please email Jesse.Remember, membership is to join Builders Club.

Membership

Membership below - the student price is primarily for FT students. Supporter memberships and membership add-ons are further down the page.

Membership for out of town folks

This is a limited membership where you will not receive fob access but you can use Builders Club as a drop-in spot from time to time. We very much appreciate the support of out of towners and look forward to being engaged on Slack!

Membership upgrades!

Purchase membership upgrades here! As we add upgrades they will appear in this section.

Membership information

With Builders Club we are approaching co-working differently. Instead of renting a desk or assigning a spot, we sell a membership. That membership gives you access to things. There are add-ons to your membership like reserving a desk.As a member you grow a connection to a group of ambitious people who are figuring things out, building products or companies, and making some new friends.

Member benefits

  • 24/7 access to the clubhouse

  • Fast wifi and a space to work and host meetings

  • Weight room

  • Rooftop patio

  • Slack channel

  • Access to member-only events

  • Reduced price tickets to paid events hosted by Startupbarn

  • Ability to host your events

  • Mailing address for your business

Available add-ons (for a fee)

Coming soon

  • New ideas are being explored all the time!

Childminding at the Clubhouse

Builders Club is the only coworking space in KW that offers on-site childcare!Bring your kids along and take advantage of our flexible and reliable childminding service while you get some work done. Or just enjoy some child-free quiet time, we don’t judge.This is more than an office and more than a daycare. You’ll get to connect with other parents, join a community of builders and creatives, and find new ways to balance your work life and family life.

The Playroom

We have a large, sun-filled room set up with a range of activity areas:

  • Reading corner - Comfortable seating and books for all ages

  • Craft table - Well stocked with arts and crafts supplies

  • Imagination station - Rotating toy area including a play kitchen, train set, dollhouse, and building blocks.

  • Movement zone - Large play mat with room for dancing, gymnastics, and climbing.

  • Games table - Board games and table games for all older kids

There is a small office space equipped with a work table and ergonomic chairs if you’re going to stay and work in the same room.
The kitchen and bathrooms are on the same floor as the playroom, just down the hall.

How it works

The playroom is available to all members of the Builders Club! Members have 24/7 access to the coworking office which includes the playroom. When childminding is available, you can leave your kids in the playroom and head up to the clubhouse to work. At other times, you are welcome to let your children play while you supervise from the workstation in the room.

Childminding availability

Childminding is available on Fridays from 9am - 5pm. With the childminding membership add-on, you can bring your kids to the office and drop them off with the childminder while you go upstairs to the Clubhouse.In addition to our regular schedule, we cover all the PD days and school holidays for the WRDSB.

Stick around

You are required to stay on the premises while your child is in our care. You can be anywhere in the building, from the gym in the basement to the rooftop patio. As long as you’re readily available, your kids are in good hands and you can go do what you need to do.
We plan to expand the childminding availability based on demand.Please let us know (when you apply for membership) which days and times you want us to cover!

Meet Jasmin

“My name is Jasmin and I have gained valuable experience in childcare over the last few years. I have worked with several families and kids and created a strong bond between myself and the children. I love to get creative with the kids and I thrive in creating engaging activities. I offer a reliable and nurturing approach to childcare. I am committed to fostering a fun and caring atmosphere for every child I look after.”

Important info

  • This is an unlicensed childcare program, and as such it is not regulated.

  • Parents must remain on the premises and be available by phone or Slack in case they are needed.

  • Parents provide the food and drinks for their kids.

  • The childminder will call the parent if a child needs a diaper change or needs help going to the bathroom and the parent will need to come and assist.

  • We can accommodate up to 10 children at a time, with a maximum of 5 children under 5 years old.

  • Parents need to register to reserve a spot, but we can take drop-ins if there’s room.

Pricing

  • Free - all members of the Builders Club have access to the playroom when the childminder is not there. Parents must stay in the room and supervise their own kids.

  • $200/month - Members can pay an additional fee of $200/month for unlimited hours of childminding, which they can use whenever the childminder is available.

  • $30 per session - Members not on the monthly subscription can use the childminding service for $30 per session (up to 3 hours).

  • $60 for full day - Members not on the monthly subscription can do a full day (9am to 5pm) for $60.

Founder Dinner series

The Dinner Club is a series of 4 informal dinners hosted in the Kitchener-Waterloo area where a select group of founders join a group of successful founders. The goal over those 4 weeks is to accelerate your company's progression and be prepared to not only get accepted by programs like Y-Combinator but also be in the top 1/3 of companies.

The first series was hosted in the spring of 2024. The companies that attended include Humza, Avril, and Anwaar. The only requirements for this series are:

  • You are serious about the company you are building

  • You have an ambition to go to a program like YC

  • You want to learn from people who have built successful companies

If that is you, please take a moment and fill out the form. We will begin a series when we have 4-5 qualified companies.