Blacksmithing Apprenticeship

Through our apprenticeships, expert Trackers Mentors guide youth and teens in learning at art studios. Our classes are designed for students from beginner to advanced levels. Thanks to our small class sizes, instructors can provide individual attention to each apprentice. Develop the following skills:

Tools & Shop Skills Learn to safely use a wide variety of blacksmith tools in our studio workshop. Develop responsibility and independence by caring for tools and keeping our shop tidy and organized.

Craftsmanship & Form Forge, split, twist, and punch hot metal to create art, crafts, and tools you can take home. Create edged tools such as knives and blades. Delve into physical and material sciences like metallurgy, thermodynamics, and more!

Art & Design Study design in three dimensions. Explore the basics of creating functional and expressive forms. Go beyond the basics to explore more complex forging techniques. Develop your personal style as an artisan.

Our Team

Experienced Trackers Mentors lead this program, fostering creativity through hands-on crafts and projects.

Expertise in mentoring and Trackers skills.
Low student-to-guide ratio facilitating personal, team-based learning.
Background checked with First Aid & CPR certification.
Trained in program safety and the Trackers Earth curriculum.

Our Place

Our Studio Apprenticeships take place at our local pick-up and drop-off where apprentices can explore hands-on arts and crafts.

How It Works

Apprenticeships meet one weekend a month from fall to spring, totaling 9 studio days plus Graduation. To offer flexibility, we provide multiple schedule options.

Day Schedule

9:00 AM - 9:15 AM: Drop-off
9:15 AM: Shope Time
12:15 PM - 12:30 PM: Pick-up

Tuition

Early Discount 2025

Reserve your spot with a $50 deposit (non-refundable). Remaining tuition is split into ten monthly payments of $93 starting August 31.

Sibling Discount: Enroll two or more siblings for 5% off monthly payments.

Need Financial Help? We offer scholarships ranging from 5% - 15%. Learn More or Apply.

Have Questions?

For any questions, please feel free to contact our Family Success team.

Choose Your Schedule & Time

9 Studios Days 9:00 AM - 12:30 PM
+ Graduation May 9, 2026

Make-Up Days: We understand plans change! Each Apprenticeship includes one make-up day per year. When space allows, your child can join another Fellowship. We also offer make-up days for weather-related postponements.

Schedule Options

Saturdays

SCHEDULE Earth

Grades 5-12

September 13, 2025 - Field Day
October 11, 2025 - Field Day
November 1, 2025 - Field Day
November 22, 2025 - Field Day
January 10, 2026 - Field Day
January 31, 2026 - Field Day
February 28, 2026 - Field Day
March 21, 2026 - Field Day
April 25, 2026 - Field Day
May 9, 2026 - Graduation Day

Saturdays

SCHEDULE Wind

Grades 5-12

September 27, 2025 - Field Day
October 25, 2025 - Field Day
November 25, 2025 - Field Day
December 13, 2025 - Field Day
January 24, 2026 - Field Day
February 14, 2026 - Field Day
March 14, 2026 - Field Day
April 18, 2026 - Field Day
May 16, 2026 - Field Day
May 9, 2026 - Graduation Day

Ready?

Real skills. Real adventure. Real friends.

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Questions? Call (510) 575-9444 or email hello@trackersearth.com.

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