Forged
School of Worship
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Developing a Heart of Worship
The mission of Forged School of Worship is to equip the next generation of worship leaders, musicians, and audio/visual technicians to serve and lead in their youth groups, college ministries, local churches, and beyond. Our eight-month program is designed to teach students 6th through 12th-grade methods and techniques in their discipline, while deepening their biblical theology and love for Jesus.
Forged Worship
Forged Tech
Forged Classes
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Forged Methods
Forged Methods is a biweekly, one-on-one or small group class for student instrumentalists who have basic knowledge of their instrument but need to learn more technique in preparation for Forged 1. Day/Time is determined by schedule with individual instructors.
Tuition: $500
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Forged 1
Thursdays from 4:15-5:45 pm
Tuition: $500
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Forged 2
Forged 2 is for students who have taken Forged 1 and are ready to take the next step in leading worship regularly in our middle school ministry! These students will go deeper into worship theology, worship leader methods and music theory equipping them to lead students and adults in the praise and adoration of Jesus! Not only do Forged 2 students lead regularly at the Rock on Thursdays, they also lead the worship at Oak Pointe’s Student Takeover service at the end of the school year.
Wednesdays from 4:15-5:45 pm
Tuition: $500
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Forged Tech
Forged tech is where students will learn the technical aspects of church production that happens in a worship service. The school year is broken into the categories of Computer Graphics, Lighting and Audio. Included in tuition is an online membership to our video curriculum, leaving class time for hands-on learning of the equipment we use at Oak Pointe. Students will also apprentice regularly at the Rock on Thursday evenings. *No audition required.
Thursdays from 4:15-5:45 pm
Tuition: $250
Audition Information
Instrumentalists
Learn the following songs:
Chord Charts
Tutorials
Vocalists
Please prepare the song below and a song of your choice.
Meet the Instructors
Our Forged instructors rock!
![Charlie Koopman](https://oakpointe.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/Charlie_K.jpg)
Charlie Koopman
Worship & Creative Arts Pastor
![Bella Johnson](https://oakpointe.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/Bella_J-2.jpg)
Bella Johnson
Student Worship Manager
![Jeff Tolbert](https://oakpointe.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/Jeff_T.jpg)
Jeff Tolbert
Production Specialist
![Kurt Schreitmueller](https://oakpointe.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/Schreitmuller.jpg)
Kurt Schreitmueller
Forged Instructor
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the age requirement for Forged classes?
Forged 1, 2 and Forged Tech, are open to middle school and high school students.
If my student has gone through Forged 1, will they automatically move up into Forged 2?
Not automatically. Some students who have completed Forged 1 may need additional work before entering Forged 2. This will be determined at auditions.
What instruments can my student audition with?
You can audition on Vocals, Drums, Bass Guitar, Acoustic Guitar, Electric Guitar, Keyboards, Violin, Viola, and Cello. If you don’t see your instrument, please ask!
How much does Forged cost and are scholarships available?
Partial scholarships are available upon written request.
Can I choose which class day I prefer?
Unfortunately, the class days are set for Forged 1 and 2 as well as Forged Tech. Forged Methods is schedule dependent and therefore has some flexibility.
Still Have Questions?
Email Bella at bella.johnson@oakpointe.org for more info.