Hands-on Blacksmith Classes in Indiana.
BEGINNERS BLACKSMITHING CLASSES
In your Beginners Blacksmithing class, we will cover the blacksmithing skills of drawing out, upsetting, bending, quenching, and scrolling.
You will hand-forge a project to take home using our forge, anvils, hammers, and tongs. Past projects have been fire pokers, wall hooks, S hooks, bottle openers, and keychains.
All forging equipment is provided.
- Great for Christmas Gifts, Birthdays, Father’s Day, and Bachelor Parties!
See what past students have to say about Brown County Forge on the Reviews Page.
CLASS DETAILS:
Time: 5:30 PM – 8:30 PM (single class session)
Size: 2 – 3 people
Cost: $120 per person
Min. Age: 14 with parent or guardian present
Class Dates:
2021:
JAN through AUG: Classes Full.
SEPTEMBER: 10 (1 spot left), 17 (1 spot left), 24
OCTOBER: 1, 8, 15, 22, 29
To Book a Date:
- Email Terran Marks (the owner) at browncountyforge@gmail.com to pick your date and pay the class fee.
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 leave the class with a knife you forged.
CLASS DETAILS:
Time: 2 PM – 6 PM (single class session)
Size: 2 – 3 people
Cost: $240 per person
Min. Age: 14 with parent or guardian present
Class Dates:
2021:
JAN through AUG : Classes Full.
SEPTEMBER: 2, 9, 16, 23, 25 (1 spot left), 30
OCTOBER: 2 (1 spot left), 9 (Reservation Pending), 16, 30
To Book a Date:
- Email Terran Marks (the owner) at browncountyforge@gmail.com to pick your date and pay the class fee.
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I built an online course with the blacksmithing beginner in mind.
- Learn at your own pace.
- Get a solid foundation.
- Find out how to save on equipment.
- Learn Knife Making and Blacksmithing Fundamentals.
- Over 55 Video-based lessons.
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Where are Blacksmith Classes Held?
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 14 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. Forms are provided when you arrive at the shop.
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 14 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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