Don't just read about our industrial past- Experience it at Ballard Forge!

Blacksmithing classes are now available for beginning to advanced students. Choose a one-on-one class for the ultimate in knowledge transfer.

Classes and workshops have included:

• The Power Hammer: Open and closed die forging techniques and tools
• Introduction to Forging
• Riveted structural steel; pneumatic and hydraulic driving of rivets to 1" diameter.
• Tong making for Kiln, Forge and Foundry
• Intermediate Blacksmithing
• Smithing Magician and Veiner workshop
~Please inquire about class availability, schedules and fees~




A happy student with a joinery project




Student forging an eye





Finished product!





Student forging his first pair of tongs



Success!



Find out why Blacksmithing is called the King of Crafts and learn why forging is FUN-DA-METAL!!







Blacksmithing is an inherently dangerous activity. Ballard Forge is not responsible for any liability as a result of your voluntary participation in a workshop.

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