BLACKSMITHING SAMPLER: Pocket Tongs
Get fired up with this hands-on intro to blacksmithing—the timeless craft of shaping glowing metal with hammer and anvil. In this exciting sampler class, you’ll forge your own pocket tongs, a handy & versatile tool perfect for gripping and manipulating metal in future projects. Along the way, you’ll learn essential forging skills like tapering, bending, and twisting as sparks fly and steel comes to life under your hammer. No experience needed—just bring your enthusiasm and a sense of adventure!
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Our experienced instructors will use a combination of lecture, demonstration, and hands-on instruction at the forge to enhance your learning experience.
All safety equipment and smithing materials are included in the course price. Great for beginners and experienced tradesmen!
- Class Length: 3-4 hours (project dependent)
- Age Requirement: 16 years & above
- Experience Requirement: none
- Tuition: $100
- Uses heat, flame, & tools
- Snacks & beverages are provided
To register: https://www.rocafc.com/collections/blacksmithing-v2/products/blacksmithing-sampler
Location:
Rochester Arc + Flame Center, Fedex Way, Rochester, NY, USA
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*Times, dates, and prices of any activity posted to our calendars are subject to change. Please be sure to click through directly to the organization’s website to verify.
Dates:
02/20/2026
Time:
6:00 - 10:00pm
Price:
100.00
Ages
Teenagers Adults & kids together Adults without kidsWeb Service