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Our mission is to improve mental wellbeing through our workshops and experiences. We curate our teachers and hosts carefully to ensure that they are of high quality.
That's why we provide a money-back guarantee*: If you're unsatisfied with this experience, just leave it at least 20 minutes before it ends, and tell us (the ClassBento team) the reason for your dissatisfaction within 4 hours of that time, and we'll provide you with a refund.
* We may choose to limit our refund per customer at $500. In some rare cases, we may also require you to show us your photo ID before we process the refund.
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Learn welding in this hands-on class in San Diego, led by women and free of the usual mansplaining.
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Safety First
You'll pick out a jacket, helmet, cap and gloves. Next, we'll go over everything you need to know to stay safe in the workshop.
Machine Basics
You will learn the essentials of how an arc welding machine works. It's not rocket science, we promise!
Let the Sparks Fly
You will be taught the techniques needed to strike your very first arc. (It's a bit like striking a match)
Practice
Get "in the zone" and burn some rods!
Pick Your Pieces
Pick through our bins and choose a few pieces from our ever-growing selection of scrap metal. If you need something cut, or need some inspiration our artists are here to help!
*Size limit 16"x16"x16"
Get Welding
Use your new skills to join your steel pieces. Our instructors will help you transform scrap into sculpture!
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Upcoming dates for Metalwork Without Mansplaining Workshop
Times are Los Angeles time. Dates and prices as of 14 Nov 2026, 4:15pm; availability and price are confirmed live when booking on this page.
3 upcoming dates between 21 Nov 2026 and 19 Dec 2026.
- Sat, Nov 21 2026, 10am-1pm
- Sat, Dec 5 2026, 10am-1pm
- Sat, Dec 19 2026, 10am-1pm
What you'll get
A small completed steel sculpture (under 16x16x16 inches) to take home.
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Knowledge required
None!
What to bring
Long pants and closed-toe shoes that they don't mind getting dirty. Guests are encouraged to bring a refillable water bottle.
Location
The WOO - 2212 Main St, San Diego, CA
Limited parking available on-site. Street Parking available. This venue shares a sidewalk with Main & Sampson bus stop (929) or a 10 minute walk from the Barrio Logan trolley stop.
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Recent reviews of Metalwork Without Mansplaining Workshop
- 5/5 from Kayla Lankford, attended Nov 2026: Andrea was friendly and extremely informative. Any questions I asked she had a thorough answer for and helped me problem solve any issues I was having. We started off with safety and then she set up and gave a demonstration before it was our turn to give it a try. I loved the class and would recommend it to anyone that is interested in welding. 10/10
- 5/5 from Valeria Castro Abril, attended Nov 2026: I had been wanting to try welding for ages, but couldn’t find the right place that combined affordability + accessibility for a complete beginner with a full schedule. The instructor was super friendly and knowledgeable. She made me feel secure and capable at every step as we learned about the different tools and techniques. The class felt relaxed and went by super fast, especially as we began working on our practice projects. I made a cute little thing to take home and feel proud of. I loved the atmosphere of encouragement and no weird vibes whatsoever, just the desire to impart the knowledge. This course is perfect for any women like me who want to try welding out in a welcoming, no-pressure environment. Strongly recommend, try it out!!
Your teacher
WOO!Welding grew organically in response to demand when founder/lead instructor Andrea realized so many fellow creatives had a desire to learn metalworking skills but didn't have access to an inclusive or affordable space to get started. Starting with one machine and a few basic tools, she began spending her Saturdays teaching a simplified version of trade-school techniques on her closest friends. She now offers instruction in arc welding techniques to 4 students at a time at WOO!Studios art/architecture venue in San Diego, CA. Andrea Postma holds a BA in Architecture from Woodbury University San Diego. A Michigan native, she is a former welder & weld inspector for the US Navy, as well as prior student of Fine Arts at Pratt Institute. She currently teaches design graphics and 3D modeling at Southwestern College in Chula Vista as well as manages her workshop & studio located at The WOO in Barrio Logan, San Diego.
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