Classes are each week excluding national holidays. Programs are customized to each student based on individual goals, skill level and projects of interest. Frequency (number of classes a week) and duration (number of weeks) are structured to individual needs and budgets. Typically, students attend classes once or twice a week for 2, 6 or 12 months but this can be adjusted as needed. International students are welcome. Japanese instruction is supported.

Average class size is four to six (4-6) students

Make a ring or pendant
Wax technique for casting into metal
Fabrication in gold or silver
Learn to identify gemstones and diamonds
Bezel setting

Make a ring, broach or pendant
Wax technique for casting into metal
Fabrication in gold, silver or platinum
Learn to identify gemstones and diamonds
Advanced bezel and prong setting
Stone setting

Make a ring, necklace or earrings
Fabrication in gold or platinum
Using hinges and movement techniques for
necklace and bracelets
Prong, pave and channel settings

Guidance is available for students who want to create their own jewelry collection to sell. Includes wide range of subjects such as design, pricing, manufacturing, fabrication, and much more.

Based on student demand, 2-3 day workshops are created on special subjects such as Settings, Filigree & Granulation, Gemstones and Enamel. Priced separately. Private instruction is also available.

Tuition excludes cost of materials.

2 months, 8 classes:        $845
6 months, 24 classes:      $2,410
12 months, 48 classes:    $4,530

2 months, 16 classes:      $1,620
6 months, 48 classes:     $4,500
12 months, 96 classes:    $8,520

2 months, 8 classes:        $1,095
6 months, 24 classes:      $3,125
12 months, 48 classes:    $5,870

2 months, 16 classes:      $2,100
6 months, 48 classes:     $5,850
12 months, 96 classes:    $11,045

Tuition is non-refundable. Students may cancel and make-up one class for every eight classes for a reason such as illness. However, 72 hour notice is required for cancellation or class is forfeited. Make-up class is depending on availability.

Experienced bench jewelers as well as current and former students may rent benches and use equipment outside class times. Monthly fee is $300 for unlimited use during allowed studio business hours.

Students have the option of purchasing gemstones from Benlolo’s personal collection at below wholesale prices

To sign-up or learn more contact us or Download an Application form