Chaos Welding and Fabrication 101 & 201
Schedule
Sat, 10 Jan, 2026 at 09:00 am to Sun, 11 Jan, 2026 at 05:00 pm
UTC-05:00Location
344 Victory Rd, Winchester, VA, United States, Virginia 22602 | Winchester, VA
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Want to build it yourself? When we first started, we did too! There’s nothing quite like the satisfaction of creating your own, and now you have the chance to learn from the pros at Chaos Fab Shop. Whether you’re a beginner or looking to refine your skills, these classes will show you how to build your parts right the first time so you can proudly show them off or put them to the test on the trail.Welding and Fabrication 101 – January 10, 2026
This introductory class covers the essentials to set you up for success in welding and fabrication:
Safety: Learn critical safety practices and setup techniques.
Equipment Selection and Prep: Understand the importance of choosing the right tools and prepping them for use.
Material Selection and Prep: Get familiar with selecting and preparing various materials.
Engineering and Design Basics: Discover the basics of design to build parts that last.
Hands-On Welding: Start welding with guided instruction to build your foundational skills.
No previous experience is required. An auto-dimming welding helmet and gloves are necessary.
Looking to buy gear? Special Equipment, Materials and PPE Pricing: This class is Supported by ESAB, and Roberts Oxygen Store in Winchester VA. Special "Student Discount" rates are available! Please contact Maria at Chaos Fab Shop directly to purchase gear at these discounted rates, and let us know if you have any questions.
Class Size: Limited to the first 10 paid entries.
Time: 9 am - 5 pm, with a 1-hour break for lunch.
No refunds for cancellations made within 10 days of the class.
Welding and Fabrication 201 – January 11, 2026
Building on what you learned in the 101 class, this advanced session dives deeper:
Weld Testing and Strength Evaluation: Test and evaluate the strength of your welds.
Advanced Joint Techniques: Explore techniques for creating stronger joints.
Mastering Cutting Torches: Learn the art of cutting torches and how to use them effectively.
Optional TIG Basics and Demo: Cover the basics of TIG welding with a live demonstration.
Personal Equipment Setup: Students are encouraged to bring their own equipment; we’ll assist with setup to ensure everything is ready for hands-on learning.
Prerequisite: Completion of Welding and Fabrication 101.
Class Size: Limited to the first 10 paid entries.
Time: 9 am - 5 pm, with a 1-hour break for lunch.
Registration Deadline: 10 days prior to event. No refunds for cancellations made within 10 days of the class.
Weather Policy: If the class is canceled due to inclement weather, refunds will be issued.
For more information or questions, please contact us at [email protected] or text 5712361204 to reach Maria or you may call the Chaos Fab Shop at 540-323-7434.
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