Swaby Academy

10/05/2026

Classes are back in session, starting today, October 5th. Pipe welding in 6G is the focus here.

09/25/2026

Get trained at Swaby Academy and earn welding credentials that potentially can get you hired and gainfully employed within months of graduating high school. Swaby Academy and any American Welding Society credential will definitely look good on your RESUME.

Most classes have no prerequisites, so you can start basic introductory welding or take one of our advanced classes. Whatever you do, get AWS qualified with a nationally recognized credential. Sign up now for our October 5th, 2026 or January 11th, 2027 classes.

09/24/2026

Get help paying for your course at Swaby Academy. Check out the "Scholarships" page on our website and apply directly with one or more of the listed entities. 🦾

09/24/2026

Pipe / 6G welding classes are also starting on October 5th. We can provide you with an official AWS qualification in 480 hours after passing the test, Monday through Thursday, 8 hours per day.

Come and get more information during our Open House this week M-F, and next week between 9:00 AM and 4:00 PM, and on Saturday 26th and 3rd - until 2:00 PM. Click link for more details.

Our Shielded Metal Arc Welding (SMAW) 6G Welding course consists of 96 instructional hours designed to build strong foundational and practical welding skills. With our flexible rolling enrollment, you can join at any time and progress at a pace that fits your schedule while still completing all r...

09/21/2026

Registration is open for October 5th or January 11th classes. All processes, morning or evening classes. Contact us now.

At Swaby Academy Vocational School, we provide specialized training in skilled trades, including various welding processes. Gain hands-on experience and achieve AWS certification to excel in your career. Start your journey to success with us today!

09/21/2026

OPEN HOUSE
STARTS TODAY
FOR 2 WEEKS.
COME AND SEE!

09/14/2026

REMINDER: Classes start Monday, October 5th in all welding processes. AM or PM classes. Register now!

09/11/2026

We're having two weeks of OPEN HOUSE from Monday, September 21st to Saturday, October 3rd, from 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM, Monday through Saturday - Saturdays until 2:00 PM. Come and tour our welding lab, meet the lead instructor, discuss the programs we offer, and get answers to your question.

New classes in all welding processes start on Monday, October 5th, so register now at www.swabyacademy.com/enroll. You can also send your inquiries to [email protected]. Location: 385 Waugh Blvd, Orange, VA.

09/09/2026

Get your complete PPE package at Swaby Group - Welding Supply Store.

09/09/2026

Get your complete PPE package for your new class right here with us. -->> Welding helmet (and welding helmet bag), FR welding jacket, leather cape sleeves, leather apron, MIG, TIG, and stick leather gloves, steel toe safety shoes, and safety glasses. Don't risk it when you can fix it!