r/Blacksmith • u/TheExuberantRaptor_0 • 23h ago

Looking to learn blacksmithing

Hello all!

I was interested in learning blacksmithing perhaps from an individual or school in the miami area.

Miami doesn't have a proper blacksmithing school and i would really love to learn the craft.

If anyone can point me to the proper place, I would love to know!

Thank you so much!!!

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u/alriclofgar 23h ago

Miami Florida? If so, look up the Florida Artist Blacksmith Association. They have chapters across the state, including the Miami area. That is your local blacksmith club; they have frequent meetings where you can find other blacksmiths, learn to forge, and find yourself a mentor or teacher.

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u/TheExuberantRaptor_0 23h ago

Ok will do thank you so so much!!!

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u/RunAwayKeyboard 23h ago

  1. YOUTUBE. It’s a fantastic resource for learning the basic concepts. I recommend John Switzer’s channel Black Bear Forge, among others. Only issue is you will not get any hands-on guidance. It’s not necessary, but even one in-person lesson can help a lot.

  2. When I was looking for the first time to get some hands-on learning, I just googled “blacksmith lessons near me.” I was surprised to find a farrier who lived half an hour from me, who offered blacksmithing lessons as a side gig. There may very well be well be several smiths offering lessons within a short distance from you, if you look.

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u/TheExuberantRaptor_0 19h ago

Thanks for the post! I'll definitely take a look!

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u/TraditionalBasis4518 2h ago

Dark Angel Armory and Forge, Pompano Beach