Metal Shop: An Introduction to MIG Welding and Metal Arts

Schedule

Sat, 24 Jan, 2026 at 08:30 am to Sat, 28 Mar, 2026 at 03:00 pm

UTC-08:00

Location

Chimera Arts and Maker Space | Sebastopol, CA

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A class for beginners and others interested in doing welding, metal fabrication, or metal sculpture.
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
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Where is it happening?

Chimera Arts and Maker Space, 6791 Sebastopol Avenue, Sebastopol, United States

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USD 321.96

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