Join bladesmith Brett Onnink for a course on FORGING BLADES!
The Coal School of Iron invites you to spend a day wielding fire and steel in this one-day blade smithing class
The cost of the class will include tuition, material fees, as well as bagels and coffee in the morning each day. Purchase of this in-person course will also grant you access to the live recording of the class when it is published on our Online Education page so that you have lifetime access to the process, information, and memories. Housing and transportation options are not available at this time and are the responsibility of the student. Local housing can be found at visitandersonmadisoncounty.com
This is a BEGINNER level class!
No prior experience needed! Just bring your curiosity, grit, and a thirst for adventure. We'll provide the rest, including expert instruction, top-notch equipment, and a fiery atmosphere that will ignite your passion.
Limited spots available! Claim your place at the forge today!
Suitable for all skill levels - must be 18+!
Participants of this class will get to craft their very own blade using old and new techniques and tools. Bladesmith BRETT ONNINK of Burning Sky Forge will lead students through the following processes:
Blade Design
Hand Forging
Grinding
Heat Treat
Handling
Sharpening
What you’ll need on the day of the class:
PPE (Safety Glasses, Ear Protection, Gloves, Respirator)
Closed toe shoes and clothes you don’t mind getting dirty
Brett Onnink
Brett was born and raised in rural Wisconsin and later married and relocated to South Bend, Indiana. He dove head first into the forged blade when acting as a race director for an ultra marathon. The race needed handmade awards and without the funds to buy them he decided that he could make them himself.
Years, and many smithing classes later Brett has slowly refined his skills; learning bowie knife making, and pattern welding.
Brett is actively involved in the Indiana Blacksmith Association helping out every Tuesday evening for the St Joseph Valley Forgers open shop time.
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We understand that sometimes circumstances change and you may need to cancel your attendance to one of our scheduled classes. However, please note that refunds are subject to the following policy:
If you cancel your attendance more than 30 days before the start of the class, you will receive a full refund of your registration fee.
If you cancel your attendance within 30 days of the start of the class, you will not be eligible for a refund.
We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause, but please understand that our classes have limited availability and we need to ensure that all registered attendees are committed to attending.
Class registration is non-transferable under any circumstances. The student in attendance must match the ID information of our class registration records.
If you have any questions, concerns, or need to make a cancellation, please do not hesitate to contact us at school@coaliron.com
The Coal School of Iron is not financially responsible for any other accommodations any student makes for themselves should a cancellation occur. This includes room and board, travel arrangements, travel insurance, etc.