Silverton, Oregon · Since 2006
Learn the farrier trade under real horses, from day one.
Oregon Farrier School trains quality farriers who thrive in the trade and serve the horse profession well — whether you want an everyday service business, a show-horse practice, or a competitive blacksmithing career.
2006
Established
Over 15 years of training
1,000+
Graduates
Working across the country
AFA
Standards
Curriculum built to AFA concepts
Silverton, OR
Campus
Willamette Valley
Tuition & program costs
Planning your farrier education starts with knowing what to expect.
View program tuition, required fees, tool kit options, and payment-plan information — no application required.
About the school
Quality farriers, and a blessing to the horse profession
Oregon Farrier School began in 2006 with the mission of producing quality farriers who will not only thrive in the trade but also be a blessing to the horse profession. Whether you want to be an everyday service provider, a show horse farrier, or a competitive farrier and blacksmith, our programs are a great place to begin.
We teach and follow the standards and concepts held by the American Farrier's Association. Students are trained and encouraged to go on and complete the lower- and upper-level certifications the AFA offers.
We strive for each horse to function at its maximum potential in performance, soundness, and everyday life — so horse owners can enjoy long, useful lives from their animals.
Our programs
Three paths into the trade
Practical Farrier Program
Foundational hoof trimming and shoeing skills for horse owners, trainers, and equestrians who want to care for their own horses with confidence.
Professional Farrier Program
A career-launching, ten-week immersion in trimming, forging, and shoeing — the program that turns a beginner into a working farrier.
Advanced Farrier Program
Therapeutic, corrective, and performance shoeing for graduates ready to take on complex cases and pursue AFA Certified Farrier status.
Testimonials
What our graduates say
I highly recommend this school. The owner, instructors, and all involved were so professional, knowledgeable, and patient. I was hands-on right away. I went to see what I could do to improve my knowledge — little did I know it would change my ways and make my business even stronger than I thought possible. Best decision I have ever made in business.
As a graduate from Oregon Farrier School I must say that this was an excellent school with very great instructors. Even after school Butch still helps me out with questions that I have — they really want to see their students succeed. I highly recommend Oregon Farrier School if you're wanting to learn the trade.
Ready to start your farrier career?
Applications are open for every 2026 and 2027 session. Complete the online application in about 15 minutes.