No, most of our students are first-timers.

Closed-toe shoes and jeans are required, long-sleeve cotton shirt is recommended.

You can click on the course you are interested in and sign up on the calendar linked to the course. We book all of our courses two weeks in advance. If you're looking to do a course sooner, please call or email for availability.

Safety is our priority and we guide you step-by-step the entire time. You’ll be working with hot metal, so following instructions matters, but beginners can complete this class safely.

We help you fix it, no one leaves empty handed.

We welcome younger students, but blacksmithing involves hot steel and focused attention.

Ages 16+

May participate independently.

Ages 12–15

Must be accompanied by a participating adult (one adult per minor).

Ages 8–11

Allowed only in designated family classes or private bookings.

Under 8

Not permitted in open classes for safety reasons.

All minors require a parent/guardian waiver.

We reserve the right to stop participation if a student cannot follow safety instructions.

Because each class has limited seats, we prepare materials and reserve equipment specifically for you.

More than 72 hours before class

You may reschedule or receive a full store credit.

Within 72 hours of class

Bookings become non-refundable. You may transfer your seat to another person.

Same-day cancellations / no-shows

No credit or reschedule available.

Emergencies

We understand life happens — contact us and we’ll do our best to help when possible.

If we must cancel due to weather, equipment failure, or instructor illness, you will receive a full refund or reschedule option.