Build the Future with Ambitious People

The way people build is changing. Builders Club is the high-trust community where ambitious people connect, experiment, and execute. Whether you are creating companies, projects, products, or entirely new ideas—this is the space for builders, makers, and creators.We are not an accelerator. We are not an incubator. We are the foundation of the next great tech ecosystem.

Build Faster. Build Smarter. Build Together.

The Builders Club is where ambitious builders connect, collaborate, and push each other forward. This isn’t just a co-working space—it’s a launchpad for people who build.

🏡 A Workspace Designed for Builders

The Clubhouse is more than a place to sit—it’s a 24/7 hub of energy, ideas, and execution. Whether you’re here every day or just when you need a creative push, you’ll always be surrounded by people who are actively building.

⚡ Real Feedback. Real Fast.

Need a second opinion? A push in the right direction? Builders Club thrives on instant feedback and real collaboration. Show your work, get advice, and move forward—without waiting weeks for the next “mentor session.”

🏗️ A Community That Actually Builds

You don’t build alone. The Clubhouse is filled with people pushing limits, experimenting, and bringing ideas to life. It’s where motivation comes naturally—because when you see others building, you build, too.

🚀 We’re Always Evolving—So You Can Keep Building

Our community—not external stakeholders, sponsors, or institutions—drives what we build next. From member-led programming to new ways to collaborate, we adapt to what builders actually need.

🚀 Join Builders Club—Start Building Today

Builders Club is for people who build. Whether you’re a founder, developer, product leader, or hacker, this is your high-trust community to connect, create, and grow.🎯 No gatekeeping. No waiting lists. If you’re building, you belong.

Full Member

$100 per month

✅ 24/7 clubhouse access
✅ Private Slack community
✅ Business mailing address
✅ Member-led programming & events

Student

$25 per month

🎓 All full member benefits at a discounted rate for students

Community

$50 per month

🌍 Stay connected with Builders Club even if you’re not local.
✅ Slack access
✅ Member-only events & meetups

🚀 Try it free for a week. Apply now!
👉 Apply Now

🛠 Who’s in the Club?

Builders Club is home to serious builders—people who have launched startups, scaled products, and engineered the future.👥 Our members include:
• Founders & Entrepreneurs – People launching and scaling companies
• Engineers & Developers – The builders behind the next big thing
• Product Leaders & Designers – Innovators shaping new experiences
• Indie Hackers & Makers – People shipping projects and experiments
• Operators & Growth Experts – Scaling businesses to the next level🚀 Built & Scaled at:

🤔 Not Sure Yet? Stay in the Loop.

Still figuring out if Builders Club is the right fit? No problem. We get it—this is a community for builders, not spectators.📩 Get on the inside track. Sign up for updates on events, new programs, and what members are building.🔥 Want a sneak peek?
Come to an event, meet our members, and see what we’re all about.👉 Sign Up for Updates & stay connected with Builders Club.

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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.

Who is the ideal member?

You should apply to join Builders Club if...

  • You don't know what you want to build just yet.

  • You are building something and want to be around other people building something.

  • You work somewhere and you just want to be inspired and energized by ambitious people.

  • You have a great home office and just want to get out a day or two a week.

  • You want to share what you know and learn from others.

If any or all of that resonates, we want you to join us. The clubhouse is far less important than the people who are members.

If you don't think you are going to use the clubhouse that often, you can purchase a community membership.

What is in the clubhouse?

  • 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.

Programs at Builders Club

Just F'n Sell with Savant Recruitment

The Co-op Grind: Are You Playing by Outdated Rules?The Canadian co-op system is broken. Too many students, too few jobs. Post-COVID hiring is chaotic, tech cuts are brutal, and let’s be honest—most of the roles out there? Meh.You’re a Waterloo student. Top-tier talent, a reputation for excellence, and an insane work ethic. But is that landing you the dream job you deserve?The problem isn’t you—it’s the system. Outdated career advice, generic resumes, and zero real-world strategy are holding you back. That’s where Savant Recruitment and Builders Club step in. We’re cutting the fluff and giving you real, hard-hitting tactics to:

  • Quantify your impact—No more vague bullet points on your resume.

  • Hack the system—Find and land the roles others miss.

  • Dominate interviews—Confidence that gets you hired.

  • Go beyond the basics—This isn’t for everyone. It’s for the driven, the bold, and the ones who want real results.

🚀 Success Stories:Nina Zhang, a first-year Waterloo engineering student, attended our workshop and applied the strategies we shared. She landed a Product Manager role—as a first-year! Her words: “Super grateful to have been there and wanted to express my thanks.”Yiyun Qin, a second-year student, struggled to land a co-op in her first term. But after attending Just F’n Sell, she secured a Marketing Intern offer and got ranked for a Junior Underwriter role in an insurance company! Even as a non-technical student, she found the resume and interview strategies invaluable: “I really appreciate the event, and I am looking forward to future ones!”🔥 NEW: Join Us Online!We know students are busy, so for our next workshop, we’re bringing Just F’n Sell online! This makes it easier for more students to attend, no matter their schedule. Same high-impact strategies, now accessible from anywhere.Jessica Smith at Savant Recruitment and Builders Club are teaming up to redefine how Waterloo students land top jobs. If you’re ready to break the cycle and win, we’ll give you the playbook to make it happen.Sign up now for our next event—or drop your email to get notified for future sessions.