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Bathurst Heritage Trades Trail: 9/10 April 2022
Dozens of traditional heritage trades and craftspeople will be demonstrating their skills over the weekend at two heritage locations in Bathurst NSW. Celebrating over 200 years of rich history and paying homage to the trades and traditions that have helped shape the region. […]
Explore MoreStone of Arc delivers demonstrations at several trade exhibitions throughout the year and actively encourages previous course attendees to join in and extend their skills.
Explore MoreWISA was established in 2019 by an international group of women working in traditional stone trades (dry stoners, carvers, masons, sculptors etc), who are keen to connect with and support other women also involved, or those keen to give it a try. The primary purpose of the alliance is to:
At the end of 2020 WISA conducted a survey which was completed by 149 women from 12 countries and a range of stone trades or relevant interests. […]
Explore MoreAt our purpose built walling school you can enjoy a holistic learning experience in beautiful surroundings, acquiring and practicing basic construction techniques, learning repair and maintenance skills, and developing an understanding of the history of dry stone walls, the many different features, and required tools. […]
Explore MoreOur Introductory courses provide participants with enough knowledge and experience to be able to accurately identify traditional walling methods, commence a basic private project, and pursue further learning.
Stone of Arc provides the following for all course types:
To give you the best possible chance of success, our 3-day Exam Preparation package provides candidates with a detailed insight into the standards required by the DSWA UK, helpful hints on speed and efficiency and a full mock test with analysis. Candidates then have the option to utilise the training centre for further practice, […]
ExploreAll walls need to start and end somewhere so understanding the fundamentals and significance of a cheekend (or wall head) is vital to any construction you might aspire to create.
Though stone selection is key, almost all dry stone work requires some stone shaping. […]
ExploreThis course focuses on the fundamentals of constructing a retaining wall. Retaining walls are built in a way that enables them to hold back earth and rock.
You will develop your skills in selecting the correct base and batter, using extended through-stones, and packing back to the earth’s face. […]
In addition to all the elements of the standard Introduction to Dry Stone Walling course, this option covers specific tips for women in a supportive and exclusively female environment.
ExploreTypically used as a stock control feature (enabling sheep to pass where cattle can’t), lunkys can also be used to straddle waterways or other obstacles.
ExploreThis course focuses on appropriately stepped foundations, equidistant placement of through-stones, horizontal coursing, and self-supporting placement of cope stones.
ExploreAn Introduction to Dry Stone Walling is a prerequisite for this course and always directly proceeds it. Exam events always directly follow it, making it possible for determined novices to attain a Craftsman Certificate Level 1: Initial qualification in 8 days.
ExploreThis course focuses on the fundamentals of constructing a square corner. You will develop your skills in accurately selecting and placing stones to tie both sections of wall together with an even inner and outer batter.
ExploreStone of Arc facilitates events for people to practice and develop their dry stone skills.
$100 per day
ExploreThis course allows participants to learn and practise the construction techniques of both a step-stile and a squeeze-stile.
ExploreThis course introduces the use of a former. You will learn how to create and set up a former, how to build over it, and remove it.
ExplorePillars are an attractive addition to a wall head or gateway. This course focuses on the integration of quoins and methods to maintain a vertically accurate and stable structure.
ExploreHere we have an opportunity to move away from standard coursed horizontal walls and apply the same fundamental principles to random stone placement and vertical stone placement.
ExploreAccreditation Courses and Exam events
For those who aspire to become a qualified or professional waller, or to have their existing skills and experience formally recognised we offer a range of test specific features and 4-day test preparation courses for all four levels of the Craftsman Certification scheme. Where demand exists a Exam event will take place on the 5th day. Applications for tests must be submitted 6 weeks prior to a Exam event. Register your interest or call us for a discussion.
In addition to the numerous courses we provide covering structures pertinent to the certification scheme, these courses offer a detailed insight into the standards required by the DSWA UK. We also look at ways to improve your speed and efficiency for the timed test elements and offer significant pre-test practice opportunities to prepare you for success.
We can deliver custom training at your venue, contact us to discuss your training needs.
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"Walling to me is wholly engaging. It’s my gym, my art class, my mindfulness session and my trip to the country all rolled into one. It requires time, precision and order, patience, resilience, and attention to detail. It connects the past with the future and delivers a beautiful, sustainable structure and unrivalled sense of pride and satisfaction".
Emma Knowles - Founder, Stone of Arc