AAMS

Non-Discrimination Policy

The Academy for the Art of Metal Shaping Inc., a 501c3 non profit corporation, does not and shall not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion (creed), gender, gender expression, age, national origin (ancestry), disability, marital status, sexual orientation, or military status, in any of its activities, classes or operations. These activities include, but are not limited to, hiring and firing of staff, selection of volunteers and students, and provision of services. We are committed to providing an inclusive and welcoming environment for all members of our staff, clients, volunteers, subcontractors, vendors, and students.
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Learn Metal Shaping and Coachbuilding Skills

Take your career to the next level with our short form classes

Class Information

4 Day Class

At a Glance

  • Contact for a personalized 1 on 1 hands on experience catered to your individual needs.

Fine Print

  • Private Classes are available for 1 student at a time unless discussed
  • Each student will pay the tuition individually per class

Special New Year Pricing for 2020

50% off of all classes booked before March 1, 2020

3 Day Group
$600
3 Day Private
$1900
5 Day Group
$975
5 Day Private
$2,650
Dear Prospective Students

I value your time as much as my own. I also take this art very, very, seriously. It allowed me to reach the highest goals I set for myself when I first began, and I intend to help you achieve yours. The respect and accolades I have gained as a Coach Builder in the industry are directly due to my dedication to learning and applying everything and every resource available to me at the time. Now my goal is to pass on to those who come to me for serious instruction the techniques and skills that I struggled to learn over the years. High-end metal shapers are always in demand and I want my students to become better than I ever was on my best day.

Alumni members of the Academy are welcome to stay in touch with me over the years and I will do my best to help them continue to develop their skills. In metal shaping, we are all life-long learners and partners in a rare and highly satisfying art form.

Best regards,
Mark Gerisch, Founder and Main Instructor of The Academy for the Art of Metal Shaping, Inc.

About the Instructor

How to Sign Up for a Class

  • 1 Step One

    Visit our calendar page to find a class that fits your schedule and experience level.

  • 2 Step Two

    Email classes@aametalshaping to reserve your desired class and class time. Not sure about which class or level to take? We can help you figure that out, too- fill out this self assessment form ---> https://goo.gl/forms/u35ixnjnZoFU8NoE3.

  • 3 Step Three

    Pay for your class. A class is not booked and secured until the student has paid the tuition.

  • 4 Step Four

    Receive confirmation via email of your class and class date. Complete the next steps provided in your confirmation email and gather tool(s) and safety equipment necessary for your class. Students should wear long pants, long sleeve shirts, and steel tip shoes or boots (ankle length or higher, though above-ankle is preferred) at all times on the shop floor.

  • 5 Step Five

    Show up to class on time!

Schedule your class today!
Mark's got a great temperament for training and teaching, I liked his approach. He was able to expertly guide me through the training, and when it came time for me to do a similar project on my own, he said to me, "Just do it, you know what to do, and I'm here for guidance, but you don't need me," and it was just as he said. I was able to finish the project.
I really liked the class that I took and wish it could have been longer. I'm a metal shaper, and the skills that I learned at AAMS are directly related to what I do every day for work.
The class was good, very informative, it was a lot of information at once.

Fine Print

  1. Class will be held each week throughout the year, with the exception of major U.S. holidays, instructor travel dates, and Road America guest spots. Cancellations are up to the discretion of the Academy.
  2. A class must be booked two weeks prior to the start date and is not booked until the student has registered via classes@aametalshaping.com and has paid in full. We do not hold spots they are first come first serve. Tuition rates do not include required textbooks and tools. Additional information regarding the class will be provided to the student after their class has been booked, paid in full, and confirmed.
  3. Cancellations are reserved for documented, extenuating circumstances and will be approved at the discretion of the Academy. Should a student cancel their class with Academy approval, the student may sign up for a future class. 
  4. There are no refunds and no exceptions to this policy.