Blacksmithing Apprenticeship
Through our apprenticeships, expert Trackers Mentors guide youth and teens in learning at art studios. Our classes are designed for students from beginner to advanced levels. Thanks to our small class sizes, instructors can provide individual attention to each apprentice. Develop the following skills:
Tools & Shop Skills Learn to safely use a wide variety of blacksmith tools in our studio workshop. Develop responsibility and independence by caring for tools and keeping our shop tidy and organized.
Craftsmanship & Form Forge, split, twist, and punch hot metal to create art, crafts, and tools you can take home. Create edged tools such as knives and blades. Delve into physical and material sciences like metallurgy, thermodynamics, and more!
Art & Design Study design in three dimensions. Explore the basics of creating functional and expressive forms. Go beyond the basics to explore more complex forging techniques. Develop your personal style as an artisan.
Choose Your Program
We offer four blacksmithing apprenticeship options. Choose from the schedule below.
OPTION 1 - Grade 5-12 Blacksmith Apprenticeship Master the use of blacksmith tools in our workshop. Develop responsibility, independence, and shop skills.
OPTION 2 - Grade 6-12 Advanced Blacksmith Apprenticeship Advance to master-level blacksmithing for returning and experienced students. Prereq: Blacksmith Apprenticeship
OPTION 3 - Grade 6-12 Blades Apprenticeship (Knifemaking) Craft edged tools like knives and axes in our specialized program.
OPTION 4 - Grade 7-12 Metal Maker Apprenticeship Dive into advanced techniques and explore welding, smelting, and casting. Prereq: Blacksmith Apprenticeship
Need After School? Check out our Weekend Apprenticeship. For Blacksmithing After School Program, visit here.
Our Team
Our mentoring team includes our top Trackers staff featuring:
- Expertise in mentoring and Trackers skills.
- Low student-to-guide ratio facilitating personal, team-based learning.
- Background checked with First Aid & CPR certification.
- Trained in program safety and the Trackers Earth curriculum.
Our Place
Our Studio Apprenticeships take place at our Trackers Art Studios where apprentices can explore hands-on arts and crafts. Our locations feature ceramics, photography, woodworking, and blacksmithing studios.
How It Works
Our Blacksmithing Apprenticeship is a school-year program that teaches Trackers Skills one weekend each month from Fall to Spring.
Studio Days: 9 total + Graduation Day
For Studio Apprenticeships you can choose from a Morning or Afternoon classes.
Morning 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Afternoon 1:30 PM - 5:30 PM
For flexibility, we provide several scheduling options—see below for dates.
Tuition
Choose your $55 deposit (non-refundable) to reserve your spot. The remaining tuition is divided into ten monthly payments of $84 beginning August 31. We follow-up after you register to create a payment plan.
Sibling Discount: Families enrolling two or more children receive a 5% discount on all monthly payments.
Need Financial Help? We offer scholarships ranging from 5% - 15%. Learn More or Apply.
Have Questions?
For any questions, please feel free to contact our Family Success team.
Choose Your Schedule & Time
9 Studios Days Choose your class:
Morning Class 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Afternoon Class 1:30 PM - 5:30 PM
Find the schedule that aligns with the subject you choose.
Due to group size limits, we cannot switch between schedules.
We offer make-up days for weather-related postponements.
The Graduation BBQ is May 10, 2025
Schedule Options
Saturdays
SCHEDULE - A
Blacksmith 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM
- September 14, 2024 - Field Day
- October 5, 2024 - Field Day
- October 26, 2024 - Field Day
- November 16, 2024 - Field Day
- January 4, 2025 - Field Day
- February 1, 2025 - Field Day
- March 1, 2025 - Field Day
- April 5, 2025 - Field Day
- May 3, 2025 - Field Day
- May 10, 2025 - Graduation Day
Sundays
SCHEDULE - B
Blades 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Advanced 1:30 PM - 5:30 PM
Advanced 1:30 PM - 5:30 PM
- September 15, 2024 - Field Day
- October 6, 2024 - Field Day
- October 27, 2024 - Field Day
- November 17, 2024 - Field Day
- January 5, 2025 - Field Day
- February 2, 2025 - Field Day
- March 2, 2025 - Field Day
- April 6, 2025 - Field Day
- May 4, 2025 - Field Day
- May 10, 2025 - Graduation Day
Saturdays
SCHEDULE - C
Blades 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Blacksmith 1:30 PM - 5:30 PM
Blacksmith 1:30 PM - 5:30 PM
- September 21, 2024 - Field Day
- October 12, 2024 - Field Day
- November 2, 2024 - Field Day
- December 7, 2024 - Field Day
- January 11, 2025 - Field Day
- February 8, 2025 - Field Day
- March 8, 2025 - Field Day
- April 12, 2025 - Field Day
- May 17, 2025 - Field Day
- May 10, 2025 - Graduation Day
Sundays
SCHEDULE - D
Metal Maker 1:30 PM - 5:30 PM
- September 22, 2024 - Field Day
- October 13, 2024 - Field Day
- November 3, 2024 - Field Day
- December 8, 2024 - Field Day
- January 12, 2025 - Field Day
- February 9, 2025 - Field Day
- March 9, 2025 - Field Day
- April 13, 2025 - Field Day
- May 18, 2025 - Field Day
- May 10, 2025 - Graduation Day
Saturdays
SCHEDULE - E
Blacksmith 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Blades 1:30 PM - 5:30 PM
Blades 1:30 PM - 5:30 PM
- September 28, 2024 - Field Day
- October 19, 2024 - Field Day
- November 9, 2024 - Field Day
- December 14, 2024 - Field Day
- January 18, 2025 - Field Day
- February 15, 2025 - Field Day
- March 15, 2025 - Field Day
- April 26, 2025 - Field Day
- May 31, 2025 - Field Day
- May 10, 2025 - Graduation Day
Sundays
SCHEDULE - G
Advanced 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM
- September 29, 2024 - Field Day
- October 20, 2024 - Field Day
- November 10, 2024 - Field Day
- December 15, 2024 - Field Day
- January 19, 2025 - Field Day
- February 16, 2025 - Field Day
- March 16, 2025 - Field Day
- April 27, 2025 - Field Day
- June 1, 2025 - Field Day
- May 10, 2025 - Graduation Day