Missouri School of Blacksmithing & Missouri School of Plain and Practical Living Skills

Forge Your Path: Learn Blacksmithing and Practical Living Skills at Missouri's Leading School

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Challenge yourself to grow

At our school, we empower you with hands-on expertise. Why should you take our courses? Because here, you’ll learn skills that matter—from blacksmithing to carpentry, from self-sufficiency to sustainable living. Enrich your life by embracing the practical forge of learning today!

Hammer and anvil

Learn the art of Blacksmithing

Looking to learn the art of blacksmithing?

Whether you’re a novice eager to shape red-hot metal or an experienced smith fine-tuning your skills, our Blacksmithing classes offer an immersive experience. From introductory lessons to knife and tool making. discover the timeless art of the flames!

Bee keeper tending bees

Equip yourself with new skills

At our school practical skills come alive. From beekeeping to wooden spoon carving, our hands-on workshops empower you to master timeless crafts.

Testimonials

  • "Matthew is an excellent blacksmith instructor. I’ve taken his Blacksmith 100 & 200 classes, hammer and tong making, knife making, and the National Curriculum courses here."

    Joseph Stull

  • "I had an outstanding experience today in the leatherworking class. The instructor Tom was very professional and detailed in his explanations. Not only was it informative but it was also fun and I would highly recommend this school for anyone looking to get into leatherworking or blacksmithing activities. Outstanding 10/10, will be back."

    JT

  • "My son, Hayden, and I took the welding class in the summer of 2020. What we learned was so well taught and thoroughly explained that I still remember it well after so many years have passed. And that has been the case for the other five classes my boys and I have taken together at this school."

    Paul W