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B Level: Kitchen Knife–January 11, 2025
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A Level: Fire poker–February 8, 2025
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B Level: Railroad spike knife–March 8, 2025
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2024-2025 Class Schedule
We open class registrations on a rolling basis.
Be sure to sign up on our email list below to hear when they go live!
Sept 14, 2024 10-4pm Bending Fork & Jig C Level $180
Oct 12, 2024 10-4pm Box Jaw Tongs C Level $180
Nov 9, 2024 10-2pm Copper & Steel Ladle B Level $120
Dec 14, 2024 10-2pm Coat Hook A Level $120
Jan 11, 2025 10-3pm Kitchen Knife B Level $150 *Registration is open
Feb 8, 2025 10-2pm Fire Poker A Level $120 *Registration is open
Mar 8, 2025 10-4pm Railroad Spike Knife B Level $180 *Registration is open
Mar 22-23, 2025 Sat: 10-4pm, Sun: 10-2pm Trivet & Tools C Level $300
April 5, 2025 10-2pm Bottle Opener A Level $120
May 3-4, 2025 Sat: 10-4pm, Sun: 10-2pm Rounding Hammer C Level $300
May 31-Jun 1, 2025 Sat: 10-4pm, Sun: 10-2pm Bolt Jaw Tongs & Leaf Towel Bar C Level $300
June 7, 2025 9-5pm Introduction to Damascus B Level $240
Here is a handy guide so you can decide which classes are right for you.
A Level: These classes are a great place to start if you have no blacksmithing experience or want to brush up on basic skills. In A level classes we will focus on the parts of the anvil and how they are used; hammer control for effective movement of metal; the basics of drawing out, tapering and bending; operation of a propane forge, and shop safety.
B Level: We expand on A level skills with an increased focus on hammering-with-intention to better control the movement of the steel.
C Level: We continue to practice the basic skills of the preceding levels using more complex projects and an increased focus on forging to desired dimensions.
Please note: Beginners are encouraged to start with A Level classes. Once you have a little experience feel free to also explore B Level.
Peter strives to keep the class on track, ensuring that most students can complete their project within the allotted time. To be fair to the entire group, he may assist individual students in catching up so the class can progress together.
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Questions? Get in touch anytime by dropping us an email at fireartsblacksmithingschool@gmail.com
Fire Arts Blacksmithing school is located at 702 Adams Ave, La Grande, OR 97850--just blocks from downtown.
Peter Clark offers instruction for beginning and intermediate blacksmiths.
If a class is full feel free to email us to get on the waiting list.
