“Intro” (Youth) CBA Level 1
Skill building for “serious” youth
Learn the skills of blacksmithing and toolmaking
Youth Class 12+, California Blacksmith Association Membership Required (Join CBA)
Join us at Clay and Steel for an immersive experience in building in forging tool making. Perfect for young students who are interested in the art of blacksmithing. This class provides a deep understanding of the skills of forging and heat treatment. These are crucial in the role of bladesmithing and tool creation.
Get ready for them to work hard and stay focused—careful attention and coordination is key in this process. This class will challenge them, requiring careful attention to detail at every step.
This class offers a new project and information each month and is catered to suit the students enrolled.
Youth 12+ permitted with a parental safety waiver. Parents are welcome/encouraged for younger students. Great opportunity for photos!
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Class Policies
Please wear all natural fabric/materials such as cotton jeans, t-shirts, wool or leather.
An ideal outfit is closed toed leather or cotton shoes w/rubber soles, a t-shirt (long sleeves OK), and jeans. Long hair should be tied up in a really cute way. Stud earrings are OK but larger earrings should be removed, the radiant heat can and will heat them! Aprons, goggles, and ear protection are provided.
DO NOT WEAR SYNTHETIC FIBERS. Synthetic fabrics, such as polyester, nylon and spandex melt and stick to skin and feet when heated. Do not wear synthetic clothing or shoes when working with fire.
Clay and Steel is located at Seaport Studios in Richmond, CA. Seaport Studios is a very impressive shop and studio space filled with individually owned private art businesses. It is an active, working place made by artists and dreamers. Expect there to be fire, noise, welders, grinders, woodworkers, art cars, shop dogs and shop cats.
This smithy aims to feel like a safe place for all people. We love the differently abled. We are strong LGBTQ+ allies and treat fellow humans with respect.
How to prepare for class:
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