Blacksmith Classes in Indiana
Interested in booking a blacksmithing class? Scroll down to see class details and how to reserve your class date! Beginners classes and Knife Making classes available.
BEGINNERS BLACKSMITHING CLASSES
In your Beginners Blacksmithing class, we will cover the blacksmithing skills of drawing out, upsetting, bending, quenching, and scrolling.
You will learn how to hand-forge a project using a forge, anvil, hammers, and tongs.
We will cover:
- Blacksmith Hammers and Techniques
- Using Tongs to Hold Hot Metal
- How to Start and Finish Your First Project
- Where to Find Anvils and Forges
- How to Set Up Your Home Forge
- Great for Christmas Gifts and Birthdays! Gift certificates available at checkout.
See what past students have to say about Brown County Forge on the Reviews Page.
CLASS DETAILS:
2022 Dates:
JAN: No spots available. Take an online course!
FEB: No spots available.
MAR: 3/23, 3/30
APR: 4/6 (1 spot left), 4/13
Duration: Single session
Time: 1 PM – 4 PM
Size: 2 people
Min. Age: 16 years old (with parent or guardian present)
Cost: $150 per person
Book a Class by contacting us: browncountyforge@gmail.com.
KNIFE MAKING FUNDAMENTALS CLASS
“This is awesome!” – Alex S.
- In this knife making fundamentals class, we go through the process of hand-forging blades.
- You will start with raw material (railroad spikes) and hammer out a knife you designed.
- Important: You don’t need past experience to forge a knife of your own.
In class, you will learn:
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- How to forge a knife from start to finish
- Blacksmithing techniques
- When to Harden Steel
- Why and How to Quench
- The Purpose of Tempering
- How to Grind Knife Profiles
- Hand-sharpening techniques
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You will finish the class with a knife you forged.
CLASS DETAILS:
2022 Dates:
JAN: No spots available. Take an online course!
FEB: No spots available.
MAR: No spots available.
APR: 4/1 (1 spot left), 4/7, 4/14 (1 spot left), 4/15 (1 spot left), 4/21, 4/22, 4/28
Duration: Single session
Time: 1 PM – 5 PM
Size: 2 people
Min. Age: 16 years old (with parent or guardian present)
Cost: $240 per person for a Weekday class; Weekend classes available by appointment.
Book a Class by contacting us: browncountyforge@gmail.com.
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- Learn Knife Making and/or Blacksmithing Fundamentals.
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- Learn at your own pace.
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- All Ages Welcome. Have a kid interested in learning to blacksmith? This class is a safe way for them to start!
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Where are Blacksmith Classes Held?
“Find a blacksmith near me.”
In-person Blacksmith Classes are held at:
Brown County Forge
611 W. 11th Street
Bay 18
Bloomington, Indiana 47404
Email: browncountyforge@gmail.com
FAQs:
- Is there an age limit at Brown County Forge?
All students must be at least 16 years old with a parent or guardian present for in-person classes. Online classes are open to All Ages.
- Can I book a weekday class?
Weekday class bookings are preferred. If you have weekday availability, you will enjoy a 20% discount on the weekend rate.
- Will I be able to complete the project?
Yes! Every student completes their project by the end of class.
Sometimes folks need some assistance, but we’ll work together to get it done.
- Is there a forge class near me?
Absolutely! Brown County Forge is centrally located in southern Indiana. We’ve had students from across the Midwest and around the world attend classes in our Bloomington shop.
Legal Details and Age Requirements
Accident Waiver and Release of Liability
A signed accident and liability waiver is required before forging at the shop. Forms are provided when you arrive.
Age Requirements
If you are under 18, you must be accompanied by a parent or guardian. Your parent or guardian is not required to take the class with you, but they must stay on-site.
Minimum age is 16 years old.
Class Cancellation and Reschedule Policy
Let’s work together to reschedule a class!
Contact me here to reschedule: browncountyforge@gmail.com
If you have to reschedule please do it at least 3 weeks before your class date. This allows me time to fill your spot(s) without negatively impacting fellow students and Brown County Forge.
Please read the full Class Cancellation and Reschedule Policy.
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