{"title":"Saddle Making School \u0026 Private Leather Classes in California","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"487\" data-end=\"635\"\u003eNonPareil Ranch offers a private saddle making school in California, just outside Bakersfield, with one-on-one instruction in a working saddle shop.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"637\" data-end=\"749\"\u003eThis is real shop time. You won’t be watching—you’ll be at the bench, building and learning each step as you go.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"751\" data-end=\"997\"\u003eEach class is tailored to the individual. Some students come in brand new, learning how to handle leather and use the tools. Others are ready to step into saddle making or refine their work. The pace stays steady, with guidance where you need it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"761\" data-end=\"780\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"761\" data-end=\"780\"\u003eWhat to Expect:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"782\" data-end=\"980\"\u003e• One-on-one instruction in a private setting\u003cbr data-start=\"827\" data-end=\"830\"\u003e• Hands-on saddle making and leatherwork\u003cbr data-start=\"870\" data-end=\"873\"\u003e• Tools and equipment provided\u003cbr data-start=\"903\" data-end=\"906\"\u003e• Guidance from start to finish\u003cbr data-start=\"937\" data-end=\"940\"\u003e• Located near Bakersfield, California\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"982\" data-end=\"1020\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDuring your time in the shop, you may:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1022\" data-end=\"1245\"\u003e• Learn how to select and work with quality leather\u003cbr data-start=\"1073\" data-end=\"1076\"\u003e• Use leatherworking tools with confidence\u003cbr data-start=\"1118\" data-end=\"1121\"\u003e• Build and finish your own project\u003cbr data-start=\"1156\" data-end=\"1159\"\u003e• Learn the saddle making process step by step\u003cbr data-start=\"1205\" data-end=\"1208\"\u003e• Add tooling, stamping, or carving\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-section-id=\"1kdg7s5\" data-start=\"811\" data-end=\"853\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSaddle Making School – Quick Questions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"855\" data-end=\"968\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eDo I need experience?\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"880\" data-end=\"883\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eNo. Everything is taught one-on-one and adjusted to your level.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"970\" data-end=\"1059\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eCan I build a saddle?\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"995\" data-end=\"998\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eYes, you will build your own saddle from start to finish and take it home with you.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1061\" data-end=\"1144\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eWhere is this located?\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1087\" data-end=\"1090\"\u003eNonPareil Ranch, just outside Bakersfield, California.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1787\" data-end=\"1941\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIf you’re considering the program or just want to talk it through,\u003c\/strong\u003e give Jack a call at 661-619-4545. He’s happy to visit with you about your saddle ideas.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1943\" data-end=\"2029\"\u003eYou’ll leave with something you’ve built yourself—and the understanding to keep going.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"saddle-making-school-3-week-course","title":"Saddle Making – 3 Weeks","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"389\" data-end=\"548\"\u003eSpend three full weeks inside the saddle shop at NonPareil Ranch, just outside Bakersfield, California, working one-on-one with master saddle maker Jack Smith.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"550\" data-end=\"794\"\u003eThis is a private, hands-on saddle making course built around real shop experience—not a demonstration, not a group class. 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Jack will guide you through each step, sharing tips and techniques refined over decades of working leather.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eCourse Details\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"ul1\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003eLength:\u003c\/b\u003e 1 week (5 days)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003eHours:\u003c\/b\u003e Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003eLocation:\u003c\/b\u003e NonPareil Ranch, 15 minutes outside Bakersfield, CA\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003eIncluded:\u003c\/b\u003e All materials for your chosen projects, plus use of all shop tools and equipment\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003eAccommodations:\u003c\/b\u003e Hotels are just 15 minutes away in Bakersfield, or you can bring your own camp trailer and stay right on the ranch. 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