ABOUT OUR CLASSES

At The Forge Nashville, we strive to bring creativity into the community with classes and workshops that are accessible to both members and non-members.

We work with a variety of local artists, makers and craftspeople to offer unique educational experiences that awaken and improve your creative skills!

Adults, youths and seniors of many ages and skill levels are welcome to take part in experiences that range from beginner friendly projects all the way through intense industry-level vocational training.

Read on to learn more.

For inquiries about classes and private workshops, or how to become an instructor with The Forge, email our Director of Education, Boogie Rocco.

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CLASS CATEGORIES

METALWORKING

Begin with the fundamentals of metalworking, and continue building on your skills.

  • MIG Welding

  • TIG Welding

  • Metal Forming

  • Metal Fabrication

  • And More

WOODWORKING

Find foundational skills and an array of artistically driven projects.

  • Wood Turning

  • Bench Building

  • Cutting Board Making

  • Parquetry

  • Box Making

  • And More

DIGITAL FABRICATION

Explore industry standard software and equipment for 3D design.

  • CAD Design

  • Laser cutting

  • CNC

ART + CRAFT

Enjoy a variety of art and craft based classes to build upon your skills, or develop new ones.

  • Leatherworking

  • Floral Design

  • Fused Glass

  • Weaving

  • Silversmithing

  • Painting

  • And More

FUTURE MAKERS

The future of Nashville’s creative community is embraced and guided via our Future Makers program.

  • Designated teen classes

  • Classes for adults, youths and families

    *Look for the Future Makers emblem on class listings, which indicates youth-friendly learning. Please read the full age requirements on each class listing before enrolling.