Blacksmith Classes in Indiana
After 6 years and over 900 student projects, we’ve wrapped up in-person classes. Thank you to everyone who has taken a class over the years!
Today, we’re excited to announce three complete training courses you can take from the comfort of home.
Blacksmith Class Options Available Now:
Blacksmithing for Beginners – Online
Simple Knife Making – Online
Gold Package – Simple Knife Making and Blacksmithing for Beginners Bundle – Online
To preview each of the courses, click the links above.
Please note: If you have a previous in-person reservation but have not booked a date, contact browncountyforge@gmail.com to set up your class appointment.
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:
- How to Set Up Your Home Forge
- Where to Find Anvils and Forges
- Blacksmith Hammers and Techniques
- Using Tongs to Hold Hot Metal
- How to Start and Finish Your First Project
- Great for Christmas Gifts and Birthdays! Contact us about Gift Certificates: browncountyforge@gmail.com
See what past students have to say about Brown County Forge on the Reviews Page.
CLASS DETAILS:
Class Dates:
All new classes are available in the online version of this class.
- The Online version of this class is OPEN and available to all ages:
KNIFE MAKING 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:
Class Dates:
All new classes are available in the online version of this class.
- The Online version of this class is OPEN and available to all ages:
Want to Learn Blacksmithing Today?
I built three online courses with the blacksmithing beginner in mind. These courses are based on the in-person classes I’ve been teaching since 2016.
- All Ages Welcome.
- Learn at your own pace.
- Get a solid foundation.
- Find out how to save on equipment.
- Learn Knife Making and/or Blacksmithing Fundamentals.
- Over 55 Video lessons in the Gold Package.
Preview the Courses for Free Here
Where are Blacksmith Classes Held?
Online blacksmith classes come to you in the comfort of your own home or workshop.
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?
Sometimes weekends get busy. If you’d like to secure an appointment during the week, it’s as simple as:
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- Sending an email to: browncountyforge@gmail.com
We can talk about available dates and get you swinging hammers in no time!
- 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.
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 cancel or reschedule please do it at least 2 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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