This hands-on course introduces students to the fundamentals of blacksmithing. Participants will learn basic forging techniques, proper tool use, shop safety, and metal shaping through guided projects. By the end of the course, students will have a foundational understanding of forging principles and complete one or more finished metal projects.

This hands-on class guides students through assembling and finishing a knife from a pre-made kit. Participants will learn proper tool use, handle fitting, shaping, sanding, and final finishing techniques, with an emphasis on safety and craftsmanship. By the end of the class, students will complete a functional, finished knife ready for use or display.

This advanced course builds on foundational Damascus skills, teaching transitional techniques that bridge simple pattern welding to more complex and controlled Damascus designs.

This hands-on course teaches the X-Rhea knife-making method, from forging and heat treatment to finishing a high-performance blade.

This open lab allows participants to continue or refine knife-making projects at their own pace, using shop equipment with optional instructor support.

This free knife-making class for veterans provides guided instruction, shop access, and the opportunity to create a custom blade from start to finish.