Question 1

Do I need any prior welding experience?

Accepted Answer

No. WeldTight classes are beginner-friendly and designed for first-time welders as well as students who want to build or refresh their skills. We’ll meet you where you are and help you develop confidence through hands-on experience.

Question 2

What ages can take welding classes?

Accepted Answer

WeldTight offers welding experiences for kids, teens, and adults. Kids as young as 8 can participate in independent classes, while children as young as 5 can weld alongside a parent in a family class. Class options and activities may vary based on age and experience.

Question 3

Is welding safe for kids and beginners?

Accepted Answer

Safety is a core part of every WeldTight class. Students learn proper equipment use, protective gear, and safe shop practices before and while welding. Classes are kept small so students can receive hands-on instruction and close supervision.

Question 4

What types of welding do you teach?

Accepted Answer

WeldTight provides hands-on instruction in welding and basic metal fabrication in Gas Metal Arc Welding (GMAW / MIG), Tungsten Arc Welding (GTAW / TIG), Shielded Metal Arc Welding (SMAW / Stick), and Flux Core Arc Welding (FCAW).

Question 5

Can families, friends, or groups take a welding class together?

Accepted Answer

Absolutely. WeldTight offers private and small-group welding experiences for families, friends, couples, youth organizations, and other groups. We also work with Scouting groups, including Scouting America troops and Trail Life groups, and can customize an experience around your group's ages and goals.

Question 6

Do you offer women-only welding classes?

Accepted Answer

Yes. WeldTight offers women-only welding classes for women who would prefer to learn in an all-female student environment. These classes are beginner-friendly and provide a comfortable, supportive way to learn welding and build confidence in the shop.

Question 7

Can I take private welding lessons or work on my own project?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Private welding lessons can be customized around your goals, whether you want focused skill development, help understanding how to approach a personal project, career exploration, or additional one-on-one practice. Contact us about your project or goals so we can determine the best class option.

Question 8

What should I wear, and do you provide the welding equipment?

Accepted Answer

Students should arrive dressed appropriately for a working welding shop, including long sleeves, long pants, and closed toes shoes or boots. WeldTight provides the welding equipment and required protective equipment used during class. Any class-specific requirements will be provided before your scheduled session.

Question 9

Does WeldTight provide welding inspection and welder qualification services?

Accepted Answer

Yes. In addition to welding education, WeldTight provides professional welding inspection, welder qualification support, and customized employee welding training for businesses throughout the Portland metro area.

Question 10

Where is WeldTight located, and what areas do you serve?

Accepted Answer

WeldTight is located in Aloha, Oregon, conveniently serving students and businesses throughout Beaverton, Hillsboro, Portland, Tigard, and the surrounding Portland metro area. Contact us if you're outside the immediate area and would like to discuss a class, group experience, or business welding service.

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Hands-on welding classes and professional welding services for individuals and businesses throughout the Portland metro area.

25+ years of welding, fabrication, inspection & education experience.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need any prior welding experience?

What ages can take welding classes?

Is welding safe for kids and beginners?

What types of welding do you teach?

Can families, friends, or groups take a welding class together?

Do you offer women-only welding classes?

Can I take private welding lessons or work on my own project?

What should I wear, and do you provide the welding equipment?

Does WeldTight provide welding inspection and welder qualification services?

Where is WeldTight located, and what areas do you serve?

Welding Classes & Inspection in Aloha, Oregon Come weld with us.

Hands-on welding classes and professional welding services for individuals and businesses throughout the Portland metro area. ​ 25+ years of welding, fabrication, inspection & education experience.

Welding Classes for Adults, Teens & Kids

Welding Inspection & Business Services

Meet David Williams

What Our Students & Customers Say

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need any prior welding experience?

What ages can take welding classes?

Is welding safe for kids and beginners?

What types of welding do you teach?

Can families, friends, or groups take a welding class together?

Do you offer women-only welding classes?

Can I take private welding lessons or work on my own project?

What should I wear, and do you provide the welding equipment?

Does WeldTight provide welding inspection and welder qualification services?

Where is WeldTight located, and what areas do you serve?

Welding Classes & Inspection in Aloha, Oregon
Come weld with us.

Hands-on welding classes and professional welding services for individuals and businesses throughout the Portland metro area.

25+ years of welding, fabrication, inspection & education experience.