COURSES AND WORKSHOPS

At Thak Ironworks we teach a variety of courses.  I consider it a privilege to introduce the exciting world of the forge to eager would be blacksmiths.  Myself (Robb or Thak if you prefer) Dean Piesner and Muh Tsyr Yee are all seasoned veterans who have each spent more than 20 years in intensive study of our respective crafts.  We bring this experience along with a strong sense of conviction to our teaching.  Whether you are considering a career in metalworking, want to explore blacksmithing as a hobby or even just looking to spend a once in a lifetime really cool weekend, this is the place to start.  Take a chance, sign up for a course.  You will have a blast I guarantee it.

Basic Blacksmith Courses

21-23 Oct 2011 - Basic Tool Making Course

13-15 Jan 2012 - Basic Tool Making Course

26-28 April 2012 - Basic Tool Making Course

7-9 Aug 2012 - Basic Tool Making Course

8-10 Nov 2012 - Basic Tool Making Course


Intermediate Blacksmith Course

23-24 March 2012 - Tool Making Course

Armour Courses

18-19 Nov 2011 - Armouring 2: Articulation Course

7-8 Sept 2012 - Introduction to Armouring

14-15 Sept 2012 - Armouring 2: Articulation Course

Courses of Interest

3-4 Feb 2012 - Knife Forging Course

25-26 May 2012 -  Sculptural Blacksmithing Course

19-20 Oct 2012 - Forging Door Hardware


*No refunds on courses. Date changes allowed up to 3 weeks  before the scheduled course so that there is time available to fill your booking with another student.

Meals and lodging are not included in the course fee, but are available in the surrounding area.  
Here is a list with some local lodging options.