About this Event
One-day class
Note: This is a combined all-in-one class which covers the content of the Metal Working Basics and Beginner Welding classes condensed into a single full day.
What you’ll learn:
- MIG Welder
- Chop Saws
- Band Saw
- Angle Grinders
- Proper Shop Safety
- and more!
The structure of the class is generally:
- Safety overview
- Setting up the shop
- Lecture on metal fabrication, welding processes and more
- Hands-on with metal tools
- Hands-on with welding tools
- Practice time
- Cleaning up the shop
Instructor Contact: [email protected]
Experience Level: All are welcome! Although this class will be geared towards a beginner level. Please notify the teacher if you have previous welding/metalworking experience and how you would like to benefit from the class.
WHAT TO BRING:
- If you have it, bring your own welding PPE: welding gloves, welding mask, safety glasses, and ear muffs. We do have enough for everyone to borrow, but we understand if you prefer your own.
- Water (closed-top bottle)
- Snacks & Lunch (although there are close by spots to grab food)
- Outdoor-appropriate clothing (our class is held outdoors, dress accordingly)
- Clothing should be natural fibers: long sleeves, jeans and closed-toe shoes-- cottons denims, natural leather, preferably. (Synthetic fabrics like blends/polyester/rayon/nylon are plastics and will melt.)
Don’t see a date for this class that works for your schedule?: Contact the Metal Shop Director, Briona Hendren, to request a potential date or arrange a 1-on-1 class with her. Contact via email at [email protected].
**Please note** This class is intended for adults. If you have a minor intersted in taking this class please reach out to the instructor prior to purchasing tickets.
Cancellation Policy: Attendees must register for classes or request cancellations/refunds 7 days in advance. (Some classes may require more time.) Eventbrite fees will be charged to the attendee. No walk-ins.
- Due to extreme weather restrictions, classes are subject to rescheduling/ cancellations. Refunds would be issued at that time if necessary
Event venue & nearby stays
Chimera Arts and Maker Space, 6791 Sebastopol Avenue, Sebastopol, United States
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