Frequently Asked Questions

If you have any questions that it’s not listed below, please feel free to send us an email.

The cost per class is $500 per day, which includes materials based on the projects. For two-day classes, the cost is reduced to $400 per day.

Yes, a $100 non-refundable deposit is required upon registration. This deposit will be applied to the class tuition when the balance is paid in full.

If you need to cancel, you can use the deposit amount as credit for up to 12 months from the registration date.

The classes are 8+ hours per day, starting at 9 am and usually finishing by 5 pm.

AKU classes are private and in-person courses designed to give each student the best opportunity to learn and practice throughout the course. Therefore, each class is limited to one student.

To book a class, please visit our classes page and sign up for your preferred session.

Yes, a non-refundable $100 deposit is required to secure your spot in any class.

If you need to cancel or reschedule your class, please contact us at least a week ahead, and we’ll work with you to find another suitable day.

  • If you cancel at least 3 business days before your class, you’ll receive a 75% refund, minus the deposit.

  • If you cancel the night before, you’ll receive a 50% refund, minus the deposit.

  • No refunds are given for no-shows or cancellations made less than 12 hours before the class.

You can choose between Outdoor or Kitchen cutlery from one of the existing designs offered in the class.

Depending on the class we’ll make up to an 8-inch overall blade size.

Yes! You can reschedule your class by phone or email, and all requests are subject to availability. Your $100 deposit will carry over and is valid for one year from the original booking date.

Absolutely! We encourage you to bring your family members along. We offer a family tour of the shop either before or after the class for a more engaging experience.

No, students are not allowed to film during the classes. Our classes are hands-on, and students need to focus on their activities. However, our instructors will film highlights during the course and share them with students at the end. The classes are intended for learning, not content creation.

In the beginner class, we focus on the design aspects of the knife, its usability, and craftsmanship, introducing basic tools and techniques. In the advanced class, we emphasize performance and advanced techniques, using higher-level machinery and learning more sophisticated methods.

We recommend starting with the beginner class to ensure a solid foundation. The advanced class builds on these basic skills, so having that prior knowledge will help you get the most out of the experience. If you have previous experience, please contact us to discuss your qualifications and see if direct entry into the advanced class is possible.

The chef knife class requires intricate design and complex grinding skills. We recommend completing both the beginner and advanced classes first to ensure you have the necessary skills. If you already have knife-making experience, you can provide samples of your previous work for evaluation. If your skills meet our standards, you may be eligible to join the chef knife class.

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