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From Confusion to Confidence
Your CNC Is Capable of More.
You Just Need a Clear Path.
The problem is not that you are incapable of learning Vectric.
The problem is trying to piece everything together without a
structured process showing you what to learn, when to use it,
and how it all fits together.
Where You May Be Now
Vectric Feels Harder Than It Should
You jump between scattered videos but still do not understand
the complete workflow.
You know the project you want to make, but are unsure which
design tools to use.
Toolpath settings feel intimidating, so you second-guess
every important decision.
You worry about wasting material, breaking bits, or damaging
an expensive machine.
Your CNC has more potential than you are currently able to
use with confidence.
Where You Can Be
Creating Projects With Confidence
Open Vectric and know exactly where to begin instead of
staring at a blank screen.
Turn your own ideas into clean, accurate designs without
copying every step from a tutorial.
Build toolpaths with a clear understanding of what each
setting does and why it matters.
Catch mistakes before machining and troubleshoot problems
without starting over.
Spend more time creating finished projects and less time
searching for answers.
That Clear Path Is Exactly What VMTC Provides
The Vectric Master Training Course walks you through the software
in the right order, then helps you apply what you learn through
practical projects—so you develop real skills,
not just the ability to follow another tutorial.
Instead of jumping between random tutorials, you will follow a
step-by-step path that builds your skills in the same order you
use them to complete a real CNC project.
1
Learn the Software
Understand Vectric’s tools, settings, terminology, and complete
project workflow without feeling overwhelmed by every button.
2
Practice With Real Projects
Apply each new skill through guided examples and practical projects
that show how the tools work together.
3
Create With Confidence
Move beyond copying tutorials and gain the understanding needed
to design, toolpath, troubleshoot, and machine your own ideas.
From Your First Project to Advanced Vectric Skills
Begin with the essential workflow, then continue through design,
toolpaths, gadgets, 3D modeling, and rotary projects as your skills grow.
0
Vectric Bootcamp
Fundamentals and first CNC project
1
2D Design
Create and edit vectors
2
Toolpaths
Build safe and accurate cuts
3
Gadgets
Extend Vectric’s capabilities
4
3D Modeling Basics
Work with 3D components
Aspire Course Only
5
Advanced 3D
Aspire-only modeling techniques
6
Rotary Basics
Create wrapped rotary projects
Aspire Course Only
7
Advanced Rotary
Aspire-only rotary techniques
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individual lessons, and everything covered inside each training level.
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Welcome to the Course
4 lessons
3 Questions before we start...
How to Use This Course
Meet Your Instructor
View the Course on the Mobile App
What’s New in Vectric: New Feature Highlights
4 lessons
FAQs for Vectric Updates
Vectric V12.5: What's New
Vectric V12: What's New
Vectric V11.5: What's New
Level 0: Vectric Bootcamp
10 lessons
Bootcamp Intro
✨Getting Started with CNCs & Vectric Software (MUST WATCH)
Navigating the 2D & 3D Views for 3D Models (V11.5 and below)
Navigating the 2D & 3D Views for 3D Models (V12 and above)
3D Clipart
3D Model Resources
Importing a Component or 3D Model (V10.5 & Below)
Importing a Component or 3D Model (V11 & Above)
Component Tree Updates for V12+
3D Combine Modes
3D Component Tree
Base Height, Shape Height, & Total Height of 3D Components
Fade & Tilt Update for V12
Fade, Tilt, & Bake
Component Appearance Update for V12
Component Appearance
2D Vector Boundary from 3D Components
2D Cross Section Vector
Level Clipping & Mirror Mode Updates for V12
Level Clipping
Mirror Mode
Zero Plane Component
Smoothing Filter
Scale Z Height
Slice Model - V10.5 or Lower
Projecting Toolpaths onto 3D Model
Multiply Combine Mode Intro
Multiply Combine Mode - Example 1
Multiply Combine Mode - Example 2
Chapter 19: Simple 3D Model Practice Projects
3D Clipart Christmas Ornaments
3D Modeling a Snowman - VCarve vs. Aspire
Level 5: Advanced 3D Modeling for Aspire
28 lessons
Chapter 20: Advanced 3D Modeling for Aspire
Intro to 3D Modeling for Aspire
Create a Shape from Vector Outlines (for V11.5 and below)
Overview of Create Shape Tools (V12 & above)
Create Shape: Flat Plane (V12 & Above)
Create Shape: Round (V12 & Above)
Create Shape: Angled (V12 & Above)
Create Shape: Smooth (V12 & Above)
Create Shape: Custom Profile (V12 & Above)
Two Rail Sweep
Extrude and Weave
Turn and Spin
Multiple Ways to Make a Component
Combining Components
Clearing and Splitting Components
Replace Below
Emboss Components
Add Draft to Model
Offset Model
Distort 3D Components
Create Component from Toolpath Preview
3D Rest Machining - (Manual vs. Automatic)
Sculpting
Sculpting Component Brushes
Chapter 21: Advanced 3D Model Practice Projects
Intro To Advanced 3D Modeling Practice Lessons
3D Modeling Pumpkins & Witch Hat in Aspire
3D Modeling a Coast Guard Emblem
3D Modeling the Space Force Logo with Aspire (Part 1 of 2)
3D Modeling the Space Force Logo with Aspire (Part 2 of 2)
Level 6: Rotary Basics
7 lessons
Chapter 22: Intro to Rotary Projects
Intro To Rotary Machining
Recommended Tools for Rotary Machining
Rotary Job Setup - Part 1: In the Software
Rotary Job Setup - Part 2: Material Setup
Additional Tools & Features with Rotary Job Types
Adding a Rotary to Machine Database
Chapter 23: Making First Rotary Cuts
23.0 Zeroing Tools on a Rotary
Level 7: Advanced 3D Rotary for Aspire
2 lessons
Chapter 24: Advanced Rotary Techniques
Unwrapping Vectors: Basics
Unwrapping Vectors: Advanced
Everything Included
Everything You Need to
Learn and Keep Improving
Your enrollment includes the complete training system, ongoing access,
helpful support resources, and tools you can return to whenever you
need guidance on a future project.
Complete Step-by-Step Training
Follow a structured path through Vectric fundamentals, design,
toolpaths, gadgets, 3D modeling, and rotary projects.
Lifetime Course Access
Learn at your own pace and revisit any lesson whenever you need
a refresher for a future CNC project.
Private Student Community
Ask questions, share your projects, and connect with other CNC users
who are learning and creating alongside you.
24/7 Help
Spindle Sam 2.0
Get fast answers from our course-trained AI assistant whenever
you need help finding a lesson or understanding a Vectric topic.
Mobile and Desktop Access
Watch lessons from your computer, tablet, or phone through the
course website and mobile app.
Future Course Updates
Receive updates to your purchased course as Vectric evolves and
new relevant training is added.
One Payment. No Required Subscription.
Enroll once, learn at your own pace, and keep access to your purchased
course for life—with no monthly course fee required.
See What Happens When CNC Users
Finally Have a Clear Learning Path
Students begin with different machines, experience levels, and goals.
What they share is the confidence that comes from finally understanding
how Vectric and the complete CNC workflow fit together.
“My biggest win with the Vectric Master Training Course was
understanding all the features and buttons that Vectric has—and
what all those buttons do.”
BS
Brent Schaffer
Jackson, Wyoming
What Students Say About the Training
From complete beginners to experienced CNC owners, students consistently
mention the clear instruction, practical workflow, and helpful support.
David Rodwell
Winston Salem, North Carolina
★★★★★
“Learn Your CNC is saving my life. I just spent very close to
$4,000 on this CNC adventure and then realized I did not know how
to run the silly thing.
Kyle has put together a program that fits me to a tee. Everything
is according to my schedule. If I did not fully understand, I just
rewind a minute or two and listen again.
The best thing for me is he takes a project from every beginning
step and goes through all the way to the end product. His teaching
aids are easy to understand, and he does not assume that I already
know something.
Finally, it was affordable—one price for life. He updates when
Vectric updates, so I am not left behind. I am a fan!”
Ruth Woods
Stevensville, Montana
★★★★★
“LYCNC is a game changer. I bought a CNC with no prior experience
other than some hobby laser cutting with LightBurn. I wanted to
learn the Vectric software quickly so I could get up and running
fast. This course is helping me make that happen.
Kyle and his team at LYCNC are fantastic. He is a very polite and
patient teacher. I love how he explains how to master the software,
and he has personally answered many of my questions when I get
stumped.
I fully recommend LYCNC’s Master Course as well as the weekly Zoom
sessions. It really helps me not feel so overwhelmed.”
Greg Jones
Newnan, Georgia
★★★★★
“The customer service team at Learn Your CNC Academy is second to
none. Rarely do you find representatives with as much passion for
what they do as this team.
Not only are they highly knowledgeable, but they assist me in a way
that does not make me feel bad about how little I really know about
CNC.
It has been a pleasure working with them. There are other courses
out there, but none this extensive and backed with the customer
service they deliver.”
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Projects Made by Our Students
These are real projects designed and machined by members of the Learn
Your CNC Academy community.
Student Project
“I wanted to share this finished project with everyone. It came out
great. Thanks to the LYCNC community for helping.
This is a time capsule for the city of Surprise, Arizona. They held
a 250 celebration on the Fourth of July with city hall employees and
elected officials to fill this time capsule, lock it up, and put it
on display in city hall to be opened in 2076.
Pretty cool, I thought. Thanks again for all the help. I look
forward to my next challenge.”
Matt Stouffer
City Time Capsule Project
Student Project
“Just wanted to share an inlay cutting board, 12 by 18 inches, made
from padauk, yellowheart, and maple, that I made for my daughter,
Caitlin.
We were both very pleased with the outcome. This is an end-grain
board that should last a lifetime!”
Michael Rosenberg
End-Grain Inlay Cutting Board
Student Project
“Here is a coin display I recently designed and machined entirely
with my CNC router.
It is made with American walnut and Peruvian walnut, with
velvet-covered coin slots. I plan on offering customized variations
for service branches or government agencies.”
DN
Darrin Nicholson
Custom Walnut Coin Display
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Student Projects Shared
You Do Not Have to Figure This Out Alone
Join thousands of CNC users who stopped guessing and started creating
with a clear, structured learning path.
Learn From Someone Who
Teaches CNC Users Every Day
The Vectric Master Training Course was built from years of teaching real CNC users, answering their
questions, seeing where they get stuck, and turning complicated Vectric
tools into a clear process they can actually follow.
Kyle Ely
Founder and Lead Instructor, Learn Your CNC Academy
Meet Your Instructor
Hi, I’m Kyle.
My CNC journey started in 2009 when, at just 16 years old, I built my
first CNC machine in my bedroom. What started as a hobby grew into
more than 15 years of hands-on CNC experience spanning
everything from small hobby machines to high-end production CNC routers
and architectural woodworking.
Today, I teach CNC and Vectric software full-time through Learn Your CNC
Academy. Along the way, I’ve become a Vectric beta tester,
spoken at Vectric industry events, and helped thousands of CNC users
around the world become more confident with VCarve, Aspire, and
the complete CNC workflow. I also founded the Vectric Tips & Tricks
Facebook community, which has grown into one of the largest communities
dedicated to helping Vectric users with over 65k+ members.
That combination of real-world machining experience and years of teaching
is what shaped the Vectric Master Training Course. I don’t just want to
show you which buttons to click. I want you to understand why
you’re doing it, when to use each tool, and how everything fits together
so you can confidently create your own CNC projects without constantly
searching for the next tutorial.
7,000+ CNC Users Trained
Students across a wide range of machines and experience levels
380+ Verified Five-Star Reviews
Consistent feedback from real students
Practical, Project-Based Teaching
Training designed around how CNC users actually work
Active in the CNC Community
Connected with creators, manufacturers, and industry partners
Recommended by Popular CNC Creators
These established CNC creators have personally taken, reviewed, or
recommended the Vectric Master Training Course.
Garrett Fromme
IDC Woodcraft
120k+ Followers
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“I keep encouraging people to take Kyle's course. He teaches you
from the beginning with Vectric software. You have invested a lot
with your CNC, now invest into yourself to learn how to properly
use the software.”
Course Recommendation
Ryan Drapela
Cutting It Close
160k+ Followers
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“Kyle from Learn Your CNC has an amazing course! I brushed up on
some skills and I learned a huge tactic for reducing nodes to save
hours on my projects!”
Course Recommendation
Andy Bird
Andy Bird Builds
130k+ Followers
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“I've met Kyle, the founder, several times over the past couple
of years and we've become good friends. I've gone through his
course personally and see why it has been so successful. There
simply isn't a better way to learn your CNC software.”
Course Recommendation
Mark Lindsay
Mark Lindsay CNC
50k+ Followers
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“Kyle is good people. He knows what he is doing, and he does it
very well. His course is well worth it in my opinion.”
Course Recommendation
Trusted Throughout the CNC Community
Learn Your CNC has worked with, been featured by, partnered with,
or been recognized throughout the wider CNC and maker industry.
Learn From a Trusted Source in the CNC Community
Follow a training path built from years of real student questions,
practical projects, and hands-on Vectric experience.
Choose the Course That Matches
Your Vectric Software
Both options include the complete structured learning path, lifetime
access, private student community, Spindle Sam 2.0, and future updates
to your purchased course.
Lifetime Course Access
Future Course Updates
Private Student Community
Spindle Sam 2.0 Access
For Cut2D and VCarve Users
VCarve Master Training Course
$347
USD
One-time payment
Best for users of:
Cut2D Desktop
Cut2D Pro
VCarve Desktop
VCarve Pro
Your enrollment includes:
Levels 0–4 and Level 6 of the complete
training curriculum
Flexible payment options may be available at checkout.
Not Sure Which Version to Choose?
Purchase the version that matches the Vectric software you currently
use. Aspire users should select the Aspire course.
Cut2D and VCarve users should select the VCarve course unless they are
planning to upgrade to Aspire and want the advanced Aspire-only levels.
Your Enrollment Is Protected by Our 30-Day Guarantee
We are confident the Vectric Master Training Course will give you a
clearer and more practical way to learn your software. If you are not
happy with the course within your first 30 days, you may request a
refund in accordance with our
refund policy
.
You can start learning with confidence.
Frequently Asked Questions
Still Have Questions?
Start Here.
Here are answers to the most common questions about the course,
software compatibility, access, support, and enrollment.
01
Is this course suitable for a complete beginner?
Yes. VMTC begins with the fundamentals and walks you through the
complete process in a logical order. You do not need prior
experience with Vectric or CNC design software.
The Bootcamp section explains the terminology, software layout,
project workflow, and the steps involved in completing your first
CNC project.
02
Can I upgrade to the Aspire course later?
Yes. If you begin with the VCarve Master Training Course and later
upgrade your software to Aspire, you can upgrade to the Aspire
course by paying the price difference.
Your existing course progress and access remain intact. The
Aspire upgrade adds the advanced Aspire-only training, including
Level 5: Advanced 3D Modeling and Level 7: Advanced Rotary.
03
Can I use the free trial version of Vectric?
Yes. You can use the free trial version of Vectric to follow the
software lessons, practice designing projects, and learn how the
design and toolpath tools work.
The trial version has limitations. You can design projects and
create toolpaths, but you generally cannot export the toolpaths
needed to run your CNC until you purchase a licensed version of
the software.
Combined with our 30-day money-back guarantee, the Vectric trial
is a practical way to test the waters, learn the workflow, and
decide whether the software and course are right for you before
fully committing.
04
Will this course work with my CNC machine?
The course focuses primarily on Vectric software and the design
and toolpath workflow, so the training applies to most CNC routers
that use Vectric-generated toolpaths.
Students use many different CNC brands, controllers, machines,
and post-processors. Machine-specific setup may vary, but the core
design and toolpath principles remain the same.
05
How long will it take me to complete the course?
There is no required completion schedule. Some students move
through the beginner material quickly, while others work through
the course gradually as they complete projects.
You can pause, rewind, repeat lessons, and return whenever you
need a refresher. The goal is not to rush through the course—it is
to understand the material well enough to use it confidently.
06
Do I receive lifetime access?
Yes. Your purchase includes lifetime access to the course version
you select. There is no required monthly subscription to continue
accessing your training.
You can revisit the lessons whenever you need help with a new
project or want to refresh your understanding of a tool or
workflow.
07
What happens when Vectric releases a software update?
Relevant updates are added to your purchased course as Vectric
changes and new training becomes necessary.
This helps keep the course useful over time without requiring you
to repurchase the same training every time the software receives
an update.
08
What support is included if I get stuck?
Your enrollment includes access to the private student community,
where you can ask questions, share projects, and connect with
other CNC users.
You also receive access to Spindle Sam 2.0, our
course-trained AI assistant that can help you locate lessons,
understand course topics, and find relevant training around the
clock.
Yes. You can access the course from your computer, tablet, or
phone through the course website.
Your enrollment also includes access through our mobile app,
available for both Apple and Android devices. This makes it easy
to review lessons in your shop or continue learning away from your
main computer.
Completing the hands-on software exercises is generally easiest
on the computer where Vectric is installed.
10
Does the course include live training?
Live training is not included with the one-time purchase of the
Vectric Master Training Course. VMTC includes the complete
self-paced course, lifetime access, private student community,
and Spindle Sam 2.0.
Flexible payment options may be available during checkout,
depending on your location, payment method, and the options
displayed by the checkout provider.
The standard listed price is a one-time payment with no required
monthly course subscription.
12
What is the 30-day money-back guarantee?
Your enrollment is protected by a 30-day money-back guarantee. If
you are not happy with the course during your first 30 days, you
may request a refund according to the terms of our policy.
Your CNC Can Do More.
Now It Is Time to Learn How.
Stop piecing together scattered tutorials and start following a
complete Vectric learning path designed to take you from uncertainty
to confident CNC project creation.
Lifetime Course Access
Future Course Updates
Private Student Community
30-Day Money-Back Guarantee
Cut2D and VCarve Users
VCarve Master Training Course
Complete training for Cut2D and VCarve users, including design,
toolpaths, gadgets, 3D basics, rotary basics, and lifetime access.
Before You Go, Start With Our Free Vectric Training
See How the Complete CNC Workflow Fits Together.
If you’re interested in the Vectric Master Training Course but
aren’t quite ready to enroll, start with our
free beginner-friendly Vectric training.
You’ll get a clearer understanding of the CNC workflow and see
the step-by-step teaching style before making a decision.