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SUMMARY:Helmet Making Class - June 5 to 6\, 2026
DESCRIPTION:Helmet Making Class\nJune 5 – June 6\, 2026\nLearn how to make a metal helmet as part of our armour making classes with Master Blacksmith\, Robb Martin (aka – THAK). \nStudents will learn to make a basic helmet from predetermined templates distributed in class. \nYou will be provided with all the tools and safety equipment required to attend the class. Please wear steel-toe footwear and cotton clothing. You will also be required to sign our waiver before class begins. \nNo prerequisite class required for this class. but your experience will be much better with our basic blacksmithing course completed first. Must be at least 16+ to attend. \nAll materials included. \n$700.00 CAD + HST \n16 hours of Intensive study. The course runs from 8:30 am to 4:30 pm both days.
URL:https://www.thak.ca/event/helmet-making-class-march-27-to-28-2026/
LOCATION:THAK Ironworks\, 2282 Floradale Road\, Floradale\, Ontario\, N0B 1V0\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Armour Making,Classes,Helmet Making
ORGANIZER;CN="Robb Martin":MAILTO:robb@thak.ca
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SUMMARY:Basic Blacksmith Class June 11 to 13\, 2026
DESCRIPTION:Basic Blacksmithing Class – Tool Making\n\nJune 11  @ 4:00 pm – June 13 @ 4:30 pm\, 2026\n\nThis blacksmithing course is well designed to help the beginner develop basic techniques. We start with lighting and controlling the fire and hammer control. Students have the opportunity to work on both coal and propane forges. \nProjects incorporate basic forging techniques allowing students to learn while building fire tools they can keep and use on their forge. These tools include a shovel\, rake and poker. Probably the most challenging project of the course would be the forging of a pair of blacksmiths tongs. Requiring precision hammer work along with a fair degree of physical effort the tong project is very demanding as it requires precision hammer work along with a reasonable degree of physical exertion. Yet\, ultimately\, it is very gratifying. The forging of chisels and center punches will also be covered in the course\, which serves as an introduction to tool steels and traditional heat-treating methods. \nThis blacksmithing course includes several other projects along with time for experimentation. While a hands-on course\, there is still plenty of time for discussing techniques\, design\, aesthetics\, and traditions. Also\, many advanced forging techniques\, such as forge welding\, will be demonstrated and discussed. Resource info on forge construction and discussions on basic setup requirements provide the would-be hobby smith with everything required to get started at home. \nStudents always seem to enjoy the weekend and the camaraderie of the other students. A positive team atmosphere of mutual accomplishment makes for a uniquely memorable experience. Well worth the money since the student leaves with the tools and knowledge to begin on their own. \nNo experience is required\, but we highly recommend reading The New Edge of the Anvil. \nAll materials included. \n$700.00 CAD + HST. \nTwenty hours of Intensive study. The course runs from 4:00 pm to 8:00 pm Day 1 and 8:30 am to 4:30 pm Days 2 and 3. \n\n 
URL:https://www.thak.ca/event/basic-blacksmith-class-june-11-to-13-2026/
LOCATION:THAK Ironworks\, 2282 Floradale Road\, Floradale\, Ontario\, N0B 1V0\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Basic Blacksmithing,Blacksmithing,Classes
ORGANIZER;CN="Robb Martin":MAILTO:robb@thak.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260710T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260711T163000
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SUMMARY:Repousse - July 10 to 11\, 2026
DESCRIPTION:Repousse – Making a Copper Face Class\nJuly 10 – July 11\, 2026\nLearn the basics of making a copper face from Master Blacksmith Robb Martin (aka – THAK). \nStudents will learn to shape a basic copper face with hand tools. You will learn the basics of working a copper sheet into a basic mask using Repousse and Embossing techniques. \nYou will be provided with all the tools and safety equipment required to attend the class. Please wear steel-toe footwear and cotton clothing. You will also be required to sign our waiver before class begins. \nNo prerequisite class is required for this class. but your experience will be much better with our basic blacksmithing course completed first. Must be at least 16+ to attend.\nPrerequisite: Basic Blacksmithing Course \nAll materials are included. \n$700.00 CAD + HST \n16 hours of Intensive study. The course runs from 8:30 am to 4:30 pm both days. \nA sample demonstration to show the work performed in this class.
URL:https://www.thak.ca/event/repousse-july-10-to-11-2026/
LOCATION:THAK Ironworks\, 2282 Floradale Road\, Floradale\, Ontario\, N0B 1V0\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Armour Making,Classes,Repousse
ORGANIZER;CN="Robb Martin":MAILTO:robb@thak.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260817T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260821T163000
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SUMMARY:Crusader Sword Smithing Class - August 17 to August 21\, 2026
DESCRIPTION:Crusader Sword Smithing Class\n\nAug 17 – Aug 21\, 2026\n\nLearn to make a functional sword with Master Blacksmith Robb Martin (aka – THAK). \nStudents will make a modern Crusader sword from 5160 steel\, fully forged & mounted. The aim is to make a fully functional sword. \nYou will be provided with all tools and safety equipment required to attend the class. Please wear steel-toe footwear and cotton clothing. You will also be required to sign our waiver before class begins. \nStudents are required to have basic blacksmithing experience for this class\, either with THAK or elsewhere. You must be at least 16 to attend. \n$1750.00 CAD + HST \nThe course runs from 8:30 am to 4:30 pm every day. \n  \n\n       AllSword ClassSword Making ClassSword Making ClassSword Making ClassSword Making ClassSword ClassSword Making Class
URL:https://www.thak.ca/event/crusader-sword-smithing-class-august-17-to-august-21-2026/
LOCATION:THAK Ironworks\, 2282 Floradale Road\, Floradale\, Ontario\, N0B 1V0\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Blade Forging,Classes,Sword Making
ORGANIZER;CN="Robb Martin":MAILTO:robb@thak.ca
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SUMMARY:Basic Blacksmith Class September 17 to 19\, 2026
DESCRIPTION:Basic Blacksmithing Class – Tool Making\n\nSeptember 17  @ 4:00 pm – September 19 @ 4:30 pm\, 2026\n\nThis blacksmithing course is well designed to help the beginner develop basic techniques. We start with lighting and controlling the fire and hammer control. Students have the opportunity to work on both coal and propane forges. \nProjects incorporate basic forging techniques allowing students to learn while building fire tools they can keep and use on their forge. These tools include a shovel\, rake and poker. Probably the most challenging project of the course would be the forging of a pair of blacksmiths tongs. Requiring precision hammer work along with a fair degree of physical effort the tong project is very demanding as it requires precision hammer work along with a reasonable degree of physical exertion. Yet\, ultimately\, it is very gratifying. The forging of chisels and center punches will also be covered in the course\, which serves as an introduction to tool steels and traditional heat-treating methods. \nThis blacksmithing course includes several other projects along with time for experimentation. While a hands-on course\, there is still plenty of time for discussing techniques\, design\, aesthetics\, and traditions. Also\, many advanced forging techniques\, such as forge welding\, will be demonstrated and discussed. Resource info on forge construction and discussions on basic setup requirements provide the would-be hobby smith with everything required to get started at home. \nStudents always seem to enjoy the weekend and the camaraderie of the other students. A positive team atmosphere of mutual accomplishment makes for a uniquely memorable experience. Well worth the money since the student leaves with the tools and knowledge to begin on their own. \nNo experience is required\, but we highly recommend reading The New Edge of the Anvil. \nAll materials included. \n$700.00 CAD + HST. \nTwenty hours of Intensive study. The course runs from 4:00 pm to 8:00 pm Day 1 and 8:30 am to 4:30 pm Days 2 and 3. \n\n 
URL:https://www.thak.ca/event/basic-blacksmith-class-september-17-to-19-2026/
LOCATION:THAK Ironworks\, 2282 Floradale Road\, Floradale\, Ontario\, N0B 1V0\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Basic Blacksmithing,Blacksmithing,Classes
ORGANIZER;CN="Robb Martin":MAILTO:robb@thak.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20261009T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20261010T163000
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SUMMARY:Advanced Blacksmithing Door Hardware - October 9 to October 10\, 2026
DESCRIPTION:Advanced Blacksmithing Class – Door Hardware\nOctober 9 to 10\, 2026\nThe ability to make your own tools is perhaps the single most defining advantage of blacksmiths over other ancient crafts. \nLearn to make door hardware ranging from thumb latches\, butterfly hinges and strap hinge from Master Blacksmith\, Robb Martin. \nLearn practical applications to creating blacksmith hardware related to doors. You will create the basics of functional metal art that will open new doors of creation that can be taken home and applied to your projects going forward. \nYou will be provided with all the tools and safety equipment required to attend the class. Please wear steel-toe footwear and cotton clothing. You will also be required to sign our waiver before class begins. \nStudents need to have a practical understanding of blacksmithing before taking this class. Must be at least 16+ to attend. \nPrerequisite: Basic Blacksmithing Course \nAll materials included. \n$700.00 CAD + HST \n16 hours of Intensive study. The course runs from 8:30 am to 4:30 pm both days.
URL:https://www.thak.ca/event/advanced-blacksmithing-door-hardware-october-9-to-october-10-2026/
LOCATION:THAK Ironworks\, 2282 Floradale Road\, Floradale\, Ontario\, N0B 1V0\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Advanced Blacksmithing,Blacksmithing,Classes
ORGANIZER;CN="Robb Martin":MAILTO:robb@thak.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20261126T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20261128T163000
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SUMMARY:Basic Blacksmith Class November 26 to 28\, 2026
DESCRIPTION:Basic Blacksmithing Class – Tool Making\n\nNovember 26  @ 4:00 pm – November 28 @ 4:30 pm\, 2025\n\nThis blacksmithing course is well designed to help the beginner develop basic techniques. We start with lighting and controlling the fire and hammer control. Students have the opportunity to work on both coal and propane forges. \nProjects incorporate basic forging techniques allowing students to learn while building fire tools they can keep and use on their forge. These tools include a shovel\, rake and poker. Probably the most challenging project of the course would be the forging of a pair of blacksmiths tongs. Requiring precision hammer work along with a fair degree of physical effort the tong project is very demanding as it requires precision hammer work along with a reasonable degree of physical exertion. Yet\, ultimately\, it is very gratifying. The forging of chisels and center punches will also be covered in the course\, which serves as an introduction to tool steels and traditional heat-treating methods. \nThis blacksmithing course includes several other projects along with time for experimentation. While a hands-on course\, there is still plenty of time for discussing techniques\, design\, aesthetics\, and traditions. Also\, many advanced forging techniques\, such as forge welding\, will be demonstrated and discussed. Resource info on forge construction and discussions on basic setup requirements provide the would-be hobby smith with everything required to get started at home. \nStudents always seem to enjoy the weekend and the camaraderie of the other students. A positive team atmosphere of mutual accomplishment makes for a uniquely memorable experience. Well worth the money since the student leaves with the tools and knowledge to begin on their own. \nNo experience is required\, but we highly recommend reading The New Edge of the Anvil. \nAll materials included. \n$700.00 CAD + HST. \nTwenty hours of Intensive study. The course runs from 4:00 pm to 8:00 pm Day 1 and 8:30 am to 4:30 pm Days 2 and 3. \n\n 
URL:https://www.thak.ca/event/basic-blacksmith-class-november-26-to-28-2026/
LOCATION:THAK Ironworks\, 2282 Floradale Road\, Floradale\, Ontario\, N0B 1V0\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Basic Blacksmithing,Blacksmithing,Classes
ORGANIZER;CN="Robb Martin":MAILTO:robb@thak.ca
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