August 2026 Instructor’s Workshop
Doors open at 8:00am. Come early for coffee and conversation. Plan on being at least 15 minutes early for a prompt 9am start. Location: MN School of Horseshoeing (map above)
The Education Committee offers Instructors Workshops for ALL who are or are interested in becoming part of the Instructor Team. We feel it is important, and we strongly encourage all instructors (new and experienced) to attend this informative session, whether teaching the beginners class, any other class in the Guild setting, or starting out by assisting with class.
Agenda: Morning will start in the classroom with the introduction of the curriculum for The Beginners Blacksmithing Class three-day class. And discuss other possible classes. The Guild’s classes have used bits and pieces of lessons 1-25 of the Controlled Hand Forging The curriculum used since 2014. Lessons can be viewed at: http://www.abana.org/resources/education/chf.shtml. The class will move to the shop to continue with discussions and role play. There will be some initial training for instructors on 1) How to do a demonstration of a written lesson. 2) 3) 4) 5) 6). How to teach the lesson without wandering. The demonstrator/coach method of instruction. The proper time to interject alternate methods. Ideas on how to motivate a student. The right time to have fun. All attendees will receive a certificate of completion after the class.
Instructor: David Skaurud skaurud.gom@gmail.com; Class manager: Kim Maas: 651-328-7219, tgom.volunteer@gmail.com
Class size: Max 14 Min 4; No cost. Tools and Equipment or other items to bring to the class: Hammer, Tongs and Notebook for notes.
Safety Equipment: the usual for forging with coal: gloves, safety glasses, hearing protection, clothing of natural fiber with no cuffs or fraying, and leather boots or shoes.
Lunch Arrangements: Bring lunch or there are restaurants in the area. There is a refrigerator in the classroom . Bring plenty of water to keep yourself hydrated during the workshop.
To register online go to The Guild of Metalsmiths website, https://www.metalsmith.org/education Or to mail in a check, contact the class manager’s email address and phone number for additional information and to reserve your place.
