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About Flex Tradez Academy

Practical Welding & Fabrication Training

Flex Tradez Academy delivers practical, hands-on welding and fabrication training designed to prepare individuals for real-world careers in the trades. Our programs combine real-world shop experience with industry-recognized standards to help students gain the skills, confidence, and certifications employers are looking for.

Upcoming Training

4-Week Welding Program

SMAW (Stick) & FCAW (Flux Core)

Program Overview

Start Date August 31, 2026
End Date September 25, 2026
Duration 4 Weeks / 100 Hours
Schedule Monday–Friday
7:00 AM–3:30 PM
Class Size Up to 16 Students
Hands-On Training
Training Location Calgary, Alberta
Hands-On Shop Environment
Certification Prep CWB 1GF (SMAW & FCAW)
Test Preparation Included
Tuition $3,200 + GST

4-Week Training Structure

1

Week 1 — Foundation

  • Shop Safety & Orientation
  • PPE & Equipment Setup
  • Welding Safety
  • SMAW (Stick) Fundamentals
  • Basic Beads & Positions
2

Week 2 — SMAW Development

  • SMAW (Stick) Fundamentals Review
  • Horizontal & Vertical Welding
  • Overhead & Flat Practice
  • Bead Control & Consistency
  • Coupon Practice
3

Week 3 — FCAW (Flux Core)

  • FCAW Equipment & Setup
  • Bead Technique & Travel Angle
  • Horizontal, Vertical & Overhead
  • Weld Defects & Troubleshooting
  • Coupon Practice
4

Week 4 — Test Preparation

  • Mock Test & Performance Review
  • CWB Test Preparation
  • 1GF SMAW (Plate) & FCAW (Plate)
  • Final Practice & Certification Readiness
  • Test Day Support

Who This Program Is For

  • Beginners with no welding experience
  • Workers, professionals & career changers
  • Apprentices seeking additional practice
  • Individuals preparing for CWB testing
  • Employers investing in workforce development
Funding Support

Ask us how we can help by guiding you through available funding options such as Apprenticeship Services, Alberta Works, Canada-Alberta Job Grant and other programs to help reduce tuition costs and support training success.

Training Package

4-Week Program — 100 Hours
$3,200 + GST

Everything you need to build skills, confidence, and get test ready.

  • 100 Hours of Hands-On Training (Monday–Friday 7:00 AM–3:30 PM)
  • SMAW & FCAW Training
  • Shop Safety & PPE Orientation
  • CWB 1GF Test Preparation (SMAW & FCAW)
  • Access to Shop Equipment & Tools
  • Practice Coupons & Materials
  • Experienced Instructors
  • Certificate of Completion

Program Features

  • Experienced instructors
  • 6 fully equipped welding booths
  • Steel & consumables provided
  • Small class size for more seat time
  • CWB test preparation & certificate
  • Safe, clean & professional learning environment
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Weekend Training

Weekend Welding Fundamentals Program

Train on the Weekend. Build Your Future.

Program Overview

Duration 12 Hours Per Weekend
48 Hours Total
Program Length 4 Weekend Program
Friday 3:30 PM–7:30 PM
Saturday & Sunday 8:00 AM–12:00 PM
Class Size Small Classes for
Personalized Instruction
Training Location Calgary, Alberta
Hands-On Shop Environment
Certification Prep CWB 1G / 2G / 3G / 4G
Test Preparation Included
Full Program Tuition $2,395 + GST

4-Weekend Training Structure

1

Weekend 1 — Foundation

  • Shop Safety & Orientation
  • PPE & Equipment Setup
  • Welding Theory
  • SMAW (Stick) Fundamentals
2

Weekend 2 — MIG Welding

  • GMAW (MIG) Fundamentals
  • Machine Setup
  • Wire Selection
  • Bead Control
3

Weekend 3 — Flux Core

  • FCAW (Flux Core)
  • Joint Preparation
  • Multi-Pass Welds
  • Welding Defect Identification
4

Weekend 4 — Fabrication & Prep

  • Fit-Up & Fabrication
  • Blueprint Basics
  • CWB Test Preparation
  • Mock Practical Evaluation

Who This Program Is For

  • Beginners with no welding experience
  • Working professionals & career changers
  • Apprentices seeking additional practice
  • Individuals preparing for CWB testing
  • Employers investing in workforce development
Funding Support

Students may be eligible for funding through:

  • Alberta Supports / Employment & Training Services
  • Indigenous Training & Employment Programs
  • Employment Sponsorship & Training Grants

We are happy to provide program documentation, quotes, and support letters for funding applications.

Weekend Training Packages

Single Weekend — 12 Hours
$695 + GST

Perfect for those wanting to focus on a specific process or experience welding before enrolling in the full program.

Complete 4-Weekend Program — 48 Hours
$2,395 + GST

Save $385 compared to paying weekend-by-weekend.

  • 48 hours of practical training
  • All consumables & steel
  • Shielding gas
  • Instructor support
  • Certificate of Completion
  • CWB test preparation

Package Includes

  • Instructor-led hands-on training
  • Welding booth & equipment
  • Steel & consumables
  • Shielding gas
  • Small class sizes
  • Certificate of Completion
  • CWB test preparation
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Phone 587-577-3318
Email info.flextradez@gmail.com
Website flextradezacademy.ca
Training Location 1113-4905 30 ST SE
Calgary, Alberta T2B 0P6

Weekend Practice and Training

Weekend training and practice opportunities may be available.

Contact Flex Tradez Academy for information about upcoming weekend schedules.

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