Introduction To Blacksmithing/Open Forge: Session A
Adult | Registration opens 4/29/2026 8:00 PM EDT
Come learn the basics of forging steel in the GAC blacksmith forge, or continue previous projects. Geared towards the absolute beginner, this workshop is designed to be educational and enjoyable for everyone. Learn techniques to build confidence in the forge under the guidance of experienced instructors. Students will shape and forge hot steel using a hammer and an anvil to complete a variety of projects. Please note: NO class 7/15
Students will need safety glasses, dust mask or respirator, leather work gloves, (welding gauntlets not needed) and should wear jeans, a non-flammable cotton shirt and/or jacket, and closed-toed boots or leather shoes. Our forge is an outdoor building that is only semi-enclosed; please dress accordingly.
For full-day workshops, please bring a lunch to be on the safe side, as there may or may not be time to get food during a lunch break.
- This class can also be used as open forge time for continuing students.
Students will need safety glasses, dust mask or respirator, leather work gloves, (welding gauntlets not needed) and should wear jeans, a non-flammable cotton shirt and/or jacket, and closed-toed boots or leather shoes. Our forge is an outdoor building that is only semi-enclosed; please dress accordingly.
For full-day workshops, please bring a lunch to be on the safe side, as there may or may not be time to get food during a lunch break.
Mace Vitale
MACE VITALE is a Bladesmith/Blacksmith as well as a Coppersmith. Mace has a background in architectural precast concrete. He is a Journeyman Smith with the American Blade-smith Society.