Forge Your Best Team Yet.
Hands-on blacksmithing workshops that build trust, communication, and lasting memories.
Why Blacksmithing Builds Teams
Blacksmithing isn’t just an experience—it’s a proven catalyst for team cohesion and growth.
- Shared Challenges, Shared Wins: Teams step outside comfort zones under safe yet intense conditions.
- Real-Time Feedback: Immediate results after each strike build trust and transparency.
- Hierarchy Flattens: CEO and intern learn side-by-side, leveling the playing field.
- Action Meets Analogy: Physical forging mirrors workplace dynamics—heat, pressure, refinement.
- Tangible Keepsakes: Everyone leaves with a hand-forged tool—a constant reminder of the team experience.
What to Expect
Format: 1-3 hour packages, ideal for groups of 8 or more with a minimum of 4.
Package 1: Viking Keychains
Forge Connections in 60 Minutes: Create a Symbol That Stays With You
In this fast-paced, high-energy blacksmithing class, your team will forge a custom Viking-inspired keychain stamped with a meaningful rune, letter, or word of your choice. It’s more than just metal—it’s a tangible reminder of shared experience, personal meaning, and the power of trying something new together. Perfect for corporate events, leadership retreats, or church groups looking to add something unforgettable to their schedule—without taking up the whole day.
Forged in 60 minutes. Remembered forever.
Pricing: $40per person minimum of 4 people for the 30min experience.
Package 2: Forging Nails
Build Better Teams—One Nail at a Time
This hands-on blacksmithing challenge blends personal craftsmanship with real team collaboration. Each participant will forge a steel nail from raw stock, stamping their initials into the head. Then comes the challenge: complete a team “bundle” of nails with consistent shape, size, and quality. It’s fun, surprisingly challenging, and packed with metaphor. Ideal for companies, churches, or leadership teams that want to move beyond surface-level connection and forge real trust.
Stronger together. One forged nail at a time.
Pricing: $60per person minimum of 4 people for the 1hr experience.
Package 3: Knife Making
Forge a Knife. Forge a Culture.
This is no ordinary team-building event. In this immersive 3-hour experience, your group will forge knives from raw steel—then test them in a dramatic rope-cutting competition. It’s hands-on, high-stakes, and deeply symbolic. Along the way, we’ll reflect on what it takes to sharpen people, not just tools—and why effective teams don’t just happen by accident. Designed for leadership teams, company retreats, or faith-based groups seeking real transformation.
The sharper the blade, the stronger the team.
Pricing: $120per person minimum of 4 people for the 2hr experience.
Outcomes we have seen from these experiences:
- Strengthened communication and cohesion.
- Boosted leadership and iteration under pressure.
- A shared story of resilience—and a physical representation of their experience.
Add‑Ons:
- Pro Photographer Package – professional gallery for social and employer brand use (starting at $250).
- Leadership Debrief Session – facilitated 45 min + team workbook ($400).
- Custom Stamping – individually brand your forged items with your company logo ($250).
FAQs
- Is it safe for beginners? Yes: beginner-friendly, hands-on with 10:1 instructor ratio, PPE, and no prior experience needed.
- How far can groups travel? Located in North Idaho— we serve the Coeur d’Alene and Spokane region.
- What’s included? Materials, tools, PPE, insurance, and an unforgettable experience.