November 07, 2023
Open Forge
Prerequisite: Any Discovery Class and Adam's Forge Membership Please note: Beginning on January 1, 2024, all attendees of Open Forge sessions must have successfully passed the Forge Safety class, which is free to members and available for sign-up on the class calendar. Can't add this workshop to your cart? You can join the Membership Program here Date: November 7, 2023 Time: 6 pm - 10 pm Location: Adam's Forge Not a class, but a swell time to get in the forge to do what you wanna do. You can bring your own material and work on your own project. This can be a chance to finish that piece you started or work out a technique you’ve been meaning to try. One of our intrepid instructors will be on hand for supervision and guidance, although these are not teaching workshops. Please note: these sessions are intended to support our students as they practice skills that are within their ability range. Please do not use our forge and tools to experiment with new techniques that are beyond your skill level. When in doubt, ask the instructor. As with all of our workshops, we require that students attending Open Forge sessions be at least 12 years old. A student who is not an adult (18 and older) will need to have a parent or guardian present at ALL times during the session. Thanks for thinking of safety first. Bring your own steel OR we have steel for sale at the forge: 1/4" square 3/8" square and round 1/2" square and round Sold by the foot sucker rod (higher carbon steel) sold in 7" sections You must have taken at least one Discovery class from us and be familiar with working safely.November 18, 2023
Open Forge
Prerequisite: Any Discovery workshop and Adam's Forge Membership Please note: Beginning on January 1, 2024, all attendees of Open Forge sessions must have successfully passed the Forge Safety class, which is free to members and available for sign-up on the class calendar. Can't add this workshop to your cart? You can join the Membership Program here Date: November 18, 2023 Time: 6 pm - 10 pm Location: Adam's Forge Not a class, but a swell time to get in the forge to do what you wanna do. You can bring your own material and work on your own project. This can be a chance to finish that piece you started or work out a technique you’ve been meaning to try. One of our intrepid instructors will be on hand for supervision and guidance, although these are not teaching workshops. Please note: these sessions are intended to support our students as they practice skills that are within their ability range. Please do not use our forge and tools to experiment with new techniques that are beyond your skill level. When in doubt, ask the instructor. As with all of our workshops, we require that students attending Open Forge sessions be at least 12 years old. A student who is not an adult (18 and older) will need to have a parent or guardian present at ALL times during the session. Thanks for thinking of safety first. Bring your own steel OR we have steel for sale at the forge: 1/4" square 3/8" square and round 1/2" square and round Sold by the foot sucker rod (higher carbon steel) sold in 7" sections You must have taken at least one Discovery class from us and be familiar with working safely.November 21, 2023
Open Forge
Prerequisite: Any Discovery Class and Adam's Forge Membership Please note: Beginning on January 1, 2024, all attendees of Open Forge sessions must have successfully passed the Forge Safety class, which is free to members and available for sign-up on the class calendar. Can't add this workshop to your cart? You can join the Membership Program here Date: November 21, 2023 Time: 6 pm - 10 pm Location: Adam's Forge Not a class, but a swell time to get in the forge to do what you wanna do. You can bring your own material and work on your own project. This can be a chance to finish that piece you started or work out a technique you’ve been meaning to try. One of our intrepid instructors will be on hand for supervision and guidance, although these are not teaching workshops. Please note: these sessions are intended to support our students as they practice skills that are within their ability range. Please do not use our forge and tools to experiment with new techniques that are beyond your skill level. When in doubt, ask the instructor. As with all of our workshops, we require that students attending Open Forge sessions be at least 12 years old. A student who is not an adult (18 and older) will need to have a parent or guardian present at ALL times during the session. Thanks for thinking of safety first. Bring your own steel OR we have steel for sale at the forge: 1/4" square 3/8" square and round 1/2" square and round Sold by the foot sucker rod (higher carbon steel) sold in 7" sections You must have taken at least one Discovery class from us and be familiar with working safely.October 01, 2023
Kiridashi
Date: October 1, 2023 Time: 2 PM - 9 PM Location: Adam's Forge Instructor: Dossain ValenciaThe Kiridashi is the original Japanese utility knife that has historically been used by Samurai and peasants alike. It’s both light and strong, suitable for a variety of uses. If you’ve taken the Letter Opener Discovery class, this is a perfect follow up project to build your bladesmithing skills.
Here, you’ll practice precision forging, learn some of the important considerations in blade design and have a chance to try different texturing methods. This blade is made from tool steel, so you’ll be heat treating, grinding, polishing and hand sharpening as well.
Prerequisite: Letter Opener Discovery Class
This class runs from 2:00pm – 9:00pm with an hour meal break.
Please note: All classes are released for member-only early registration for one week before they're available for general registration. If you're unable to add this class to your cart, you can wait for general release or join our membership program at any time!
December 29, 2023
Kiridashi
Date: December 29, 2023 Time: 9 AM - 4 PM Location: Adam's Forge Instructor: Dossain ValenciaThe Kiridashi is the original Japanese utility knife that has historically been used by Samurai and peasants alike. It’s both light and strong, suitable for a variety of uses. If you’ve taken the Letter Opener Discovery class, this is a perfect follow up project to build your bladesmithing skills.
Here, you’ll practice precision forging, learn some of the important considerations in blade design and have a chance to try different texturing methods. This blade is made from tool steel, so you’ll be heat treating, grinding, polishing and hand sharpening as well.
Prerequisite: Letter Opener Discovery Class
This class runs from 9:00am – 4:00pm with an hour meal break.
Please note: All classes are released for member-only early registration for one week before they're available for general registration. If you're unable to add this class to your cart, you can wait for general release or join our membership program at any time!
December 30, 2023
Iron Age Knife
Prerequisite: Any Discovery Class or Letter Opener class Date: December 30, 2023 Time: 9 AM - 3 PM Location: Adam's Forge In this workshop, Adam’s Forge instructor Kent Lulewich will help equip you for a Viking adventure by teaching you to make a small iron age knife. Not only is this an attractive tool, it’s also a pleasure to make, especially for those with little blacksmithing experience. One of the advantages of this design is that it’s a one-piece knife; you don’t have the extra work of creating and attaching a handle. This enables you to bring home a beautiful and functional finished product. In this workshop, you’ll practice moving metal to specific dimensions, tapering and turning the beautifully curved handle. You’ll also gain experience in learning to hold awkward shapes while striking them. Hint: using the right tongs helps! Please note: All workshops are released for member-only early registration for one week before they're available for general registration. If you're unable to add this class to your cart, you can wait for general release or join our membership program at any time!November 26, 2023
Iron Age Knife
Prerequisite: Any Discovery Class or Letter Opener class Date: November 26, 2023 Time: 9 AM - 3 PM Location: Adam's Forge In this workshop, Adam’s Forge instructor Kent Lulewich will help equip you for a Viking adventure by teaching you to make a small iron age knife. Not only is this an attractive tool, it’s also a pleasure to make, especially for those with little blacksmithing experience. One of the advantages of this design is that it’s a one-piece knife; you don’t have the extra work of creating and attaching a handle. This enables you to bring home a beautiful and functional finished product. In this workshop, you’ll practice moving metal to specific dimensions, tapering and turning the beautifully curved handle. You’ll also gain experience in learning to hold awkward shapes while striking them. Hint: using the right tongs helps! Please note: All workshops are released for member-only early registration for one week before they're available for general registration. If you're unable to add this class to your cart, you can wait for general release or join our membership program at any time!October 14, 2023
Grand Opening Celebration!
We are on Fire announcing the Grand Opening of our new facility in Simi Valley!
Live hot forging, team striking, copper forming before your very eyes! The one and only Tony Swatton, armorer to the stars, will be on hand to share some of his special magic. You’ll see jewelry making, hot glass work, needle felting, chainmail, pyrography, fancy knotwork and more!
There’ll be a Tomahawk toss or try your hand at forging a mini-sword for your Barbie, Ken or pet mouse. Or you can make a ring out of a quarter!
This is a free event, open to all. Please sign up if you want to come and see what we're all about!
When: Saturday, October 14, 2023, from 11:00am – 3:00pm
Where: Adam’s Forge 750 East Easy St., Simi Valley
What: This could be your favorite thing ever!
December 26, 2023
Forge Safety
Prerequisite: Any Discovery Class Please note, this class is required for all new Adam’s Forge members who wish to attend Open Forge sessions. Existing members must also take the class and have until December 31st, 2023 to successfully complete the class in order to attend Open Forge sessions. It is also required for any of our bladesmithing classes in which power tools are used. Can't add this workshop to your cart? You can join the Membership Program here Date: December 26, 2023 Time: 10 am - 2 pm Location: Adam's ForgeThis workshop is designed to introduce you to the best practices for safely using our shop equipment with an emphasis on power tools. From the bandsaw, belt grinders, bench grinder & wire wheel to drill presses and how to safely shutdown the forges, our instructors will demonstrate proper use and guide you as you practice, learn, and finally demonstrate your ability to follow all the safety guidelines.
Once you sign up, you’ll then take a series of online tests, which you must pass with a minimum of 85% prior to the start of your class. Follow the online instructions to forward the test results to blacksmithclasses@gmail.com. The on-site class is 4-hours in length and the class size is limited to 4 people.
December 12, 2023
Forge Safety
Prerequisite: Any Discovery Class Please note, this class is required for all new Adam’s Forge members who wish to attend Open Forge sessions. Existing members must also take the class and have until December 31st, 2023 to successfully complete the class in order to attend Open Forge sessions. It is also required for any of our bladesmithing classes in which power tools are used. Please note: All workshops are released for member-only early registration for one week before they're available for general registration. If you're unable to add this to your cart, you can wait for general release or join our membership program at any time! Date: December 12, 2023 Time: 6 pm - 10 pm Location: Adam's ForgeThis workshop is designed to introduce you to the best practices for safely using our shop equipment with an emphasis on power tools. From the bandsaw, belt grinders, bench grinder & wire wheel to drill presses and how to safely shutdown the forges, our instructors will demonstrate proper use and guide you as you practice, learn, and finally demonstrate your ability to follow all the safety guidelines.
Once you sign up, you’ll then take a series of online tests, which you must pass with a minimum of 85% prior to the start of your class. Follow the online instructions to forward the test results to blacksmithclasses@gmail.com. The on-site class is 4-hours in length and the class size is limited to 4 people.
October 10, 2023
Forge Safety
Prerequisite: Any Discovery Class Please note, this class is required for all new Adam’s Forge members who wish to attend Open Forge sessions. Existing members must also take the class and have until December 31st, 2023 to successfully complete the class in order to attend Open Forge sessions. It is also required for any of our bladesmithing classes in which power tools are used. Can't add this class to your cart? You can join the Membership Program here Date: October 10, 2023 Time: 6 pm - 10 pm Location: Adam's ForgeThis class is designed to introduce you to the best practices for safely using our shop equipment with an emphasis on power tools. From the bandsaw, belt grinders, bench grinder & wire wheel to drill presses and how to safely shutdown the forges, our instructors will demonstrate proper use and guide you as you practice, learn, and finally demonstrate your ability to follow all the safety guidelines.
Once you sign up for the class, you’ll then take a series of online tests, which you must pass with a minimum of 85% prior to the start of your class. Follow the online instructions to forward the test results to blacksmithclasses@gmail.com. The on-site class is 4-hours in length and the class size is limited to 4 people.
October 24, 2023
Forge Safety
Prerequisite: Any Discovery Class Please note, this class is required for all new Adam’s Forge members who wish to attend Open Forge sessions. Existing members must also take the class and have until December 31st, 2023 to successfully complete the class in order to attend Open Forge sessions. It is also required for any of our bladesmithing classes in which power tools are used. Can't add this class to your cart? You can join the Membership Program here Date: October 24, 2023 Time: 6 pm - 10 pm Location: Adam's ForgeThis class is designed to introduce you to the best practices for safely using our shop equipment with an emphasis on power tools. From the bandsaw, belt grinders, bench grinder & wire wheel to drill presses and how to safely shutdown the forges, our instructors will demonstrate proper use and guide you as you practice, learn, and finally demonstrate your ability to follow all the safety guidelines.
Once you sign up for the class, you’ll then take a series of online tests, which you must pass with a minimum of 85% prior to the start of your class. Follow the online instructions to forward the test results to blacksmithclasses@gmail.com. The on-site class is 4-hours in length and the class size is limited to 4 people.
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