Blacksmith Basics - 101
Anvil, Forge & Fire

Become a metal bender and master the timeless craft of blacksmithing. Under the guidance of experienced mentors, you learn the art and skill of blacksmithing at our dedicated blacksmithing shop in SE Portland. We provide all the materials, tools, and instruction you need to succeed.

Forge & Fire

Our hands-on classes are led by Trackers Mentors who will help you gain confidence, independence, and mastery in blacksmithing. We offer both foundational and intermediate courses. Choose the path that suits your level:

Blacksmithing 101 - 3 hours total
Prerequisite: None - Start your blacksmithing journey in this introductory class. Work hands-on at our forge, learning essential skills like tool use, safety, techniques, materials, and design. Begin with simple projects such as hooks or small tools to build confidence and competence. This course is ideal for those looking to start with strong fundamentals.

Family Forge Basics 1 adult + 1 youth (Grade 5 & up) share an anvil and learn the foundations of blacksmithing with our expert Blacksmith.