Blacksmithing FAQs

Yes, please fill out this contact form with your company’s name, group size and preferred event date. One of our customer service representatives will be in touch.

We can accommodate events that are up to 80 people. For team building activities, participants are paired in twos to foster collaboration and communication.

Event planners are encouraged to use the catering company we partner with to ensure timely and accurate delivery.

A prorated hourly rate ($100/hour) will be applied for any delays caused by self-arranged catering.

Yes, for events with 16 or more participants, we require a 50% deposit of the total payment at the time of booking. The remaining balance is due no later than one week prior to the event date.

For events with fewer than 16 participants, full payment is required at the time of booking.

Please schedule on the lower limit of expected attendance when booking a private session: We recommend registering 80% of your expected headcount. We’re super flexible about increasing the number of participants (we’ll charge the difference after your experience), but it’s troublesome when you overestimate! You’re entitled to a refund for a maximum of 3 ‘no-shows’ regardless of group size.

No. A private group must select one curriculum (no mix and matching).

Our classes are open to ages 6 and above, although we encourage parents to use their discretion. Based on our experience, most children aged 11 or 12 can complete the project with minimal assistance. For children aged 15 and younger, a reservation must include an accompanying adult.

We offer a 10% discount to customers who are:

1. Active military
2. Retired military
3. Veterans with a service-connected disability

To receive the military discount, eligible customers must present proper identification. Accepted forms of ID include:

1. Military identification card
2. State-issued identification indicating veteran status
3. Form DD 214

Please note, the discount must be applied by our staff. To complete your booking with the discount, kindly email, call, or text us for assistance.

The minimum charge for a private booking covers up to 5 participants. Any additional participants will be charged at the individual rate for the booked class.

You’re welcome to stay and watch if you’re not participating.

Yes, we do! Our gift cards never expire!

Please check out the Gift Cards page for details.

This is due to our booking system limitations. The booking date is the purchase date. The gift certificate recipient will need to call or email us to schedule their class for a date of their choice.

Please go through the normal booking process and apply your gift certificate at the very end of the process, in the check-out page. Instead of paying by credit card, click the Gift Certificate button and copy-paste your redemption code in the pop-up window.

Yes, you can apply multiple certificates for one booking.

All experiences are 3 hours in duration.

No experience required! The vast majority of our students have never held a hammer, and they all do great. Our experiences are accessible to all ages, genders, backgrounds, physicality, and interests. Think you’re too weak or uncoordinated for our classes? You’re mistaken. Give us the opportunity to surprise you.

Any two people may register for one reservation/seat if they’d like to make a single item together.

100% safe. We do not use any harsh chemicals. We’ve had many pregnant students (some at nearly full term) and there have been zero issues. We are happy to provide a chair at the station in case of any needed breaks during the activity.

No. All necessary safety gear is provided at the shop.

• CLOSED TOED SHOES (sneakers are fine but absolutely no sandals, flipflops, high heels, etc.)
• Cotton pants (jeans) are preferred but shorts or leggings are acceptable.
• Short OR long sleeve cotton tee-shirts recommended.
• Please avoid synthetics. Any sparks will cause synthetics to melt and stick to your skin. Thin all-natural fabrics can still alight in extreme circumstances. Wear thick 100% all-natural materials, like cotton, wool, or leather

We can try to customize an experience if you have particular time/budget/interest constraints. Please contact us and provide details.

Accessible for a wide range of physical disabilities/injuries/sickness: Please inquire if you have concerns and please provide a notice of special needs upon registration.

The temperature at the forge can vary depending on the season and weather conditions. In general, the forging area can be quite warm due to the heat from the forges. During the colder months, the warmth can be comfortable, but it is still recommended to dress in layers that you can remove as needed. In warmer months, it can get hot, so wearing breathable clothing and staying hydrated is essential.

During the forging class, the heat from the forges can make the area noticeably warmer than the outside temperature. We advise participants to wear comfortable, non-flammable clothing, such as cotton, and closed-toe shoes. Safety gear will be provided to ensure you stay protected.

If you have specific concerns about the temperature or what to wear, please reach out by email or text, we’d be happy to provide more details.

Yes, the mild steel we use is food safe for the utensils you forge, such as chopsticks or BBQ forks. Mild steel is commonly used in cookware and utensils because it does not contain toxic coatings or harmful substances. However, it’s important to clean and dry your forged items thoroughly after use to prevent rusting, as mild steel is not stainless. You can also apply a food-grade oil to protect the surface and maintain its finish over time.

Yes! Please check out this page on our website for details.

Cancellations made greater than 21 calendar days prior to event will receive a full refund; Cancellations made within 21 calendar days will incur a 50% fee. Contact us for cancellation.

You may reschedule up to 72 hours prior to your reservation at no additional cost; Rescheduling within 72 hours will incur a 20% fee. Contact us to reschedule.

Yes, please use the parking lot on the left side when facing the building. We strongly encourage carpooling for larger groups. Thank you for your cooperation!

Customers attending private classes must arrange any food and beverages with us prior to their event date. Please reach out via phone or email.

Customers attending public classes are welcome to bring light snacks and non-alcoholic drinks. However, considering the nature of the forging activities, we kindly request customers to keep snacking to a minimum.

We moved to this new location in March 2024, which offers more parking and a larger space.

Our new address – 22611 Markey Ct., Unit 106, Sterling, VA 20166

Yes, we sell Lawless Forge T-shirts ($25) and leather sheaths ($20) at the shop. Please speak to your instructor for purchase, or you can email and text us.

The only item you may fly with as carry on is the bottle opener. All other items must either be placed in checked luggage or mailed. We’re happy to ship your item(s) for you: $10/box; each box can fit at least 10 items; expect ~5 days from class date to delivery.

1. It’s best never to dishwash your item since it can damage from bouncing around. Furthermore the item may rust in the dishwasher.
2. When you get home wash your item with warm, soapy water.
3. Dry your item immediately and thoroughly, otherwise rusting will occur rapidly.
4. After drying, coat your item with a thin layer of coconut oil (using a paper towel or tissue) to prevent rusting. Any food-safe oil will do, though coconut oil is great because it’s cheap, available, food-safe, delicious, and doesn’t easily go rancid.
5. If rusting does occur, simply scrub the affected area using steel wool, a metal brush, sandpaper, or a rough bristle pad. Wash, dry, and coat with oil.
6. To sharpen, it’s best to use a wet stone. You can find good options on Amazon for less than $20!
7. Alternatively, you may email us to schedule a time for a free cleaning

Yes, we offer open shop hours to customers who have attended at least one of our classes. Please sign up open shop here.

Open Shop price: $40/adult; $20/child (14 and under)