Small Engine Repair 101
Jan 14 - May 06 (Wednesday)
3:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Ages 12-18
Ledford's Shop
$0.00
About This Activity
Give your student hands-on experience with real engines in a safe, guided environment. This 15- week program introduces teens to the fundamentals of small engine repair and maintenance while building teamwork, responsibility, and problem-solving skills. What Students Will Learn: Safe shop practices and tool use How 2-stroke and 4-stroke engines work Routine maintenance: oil changes, air filters, spark plugs Fuel and ignition system basics Troubleshooting common engine problems Engine disassembly, cleaning, and reassembly Live testing and adjustments Confidence working with tools and machines Course Format: 15 weeks – one session per week (2 hours each) Students work in Mix of small groups (3 per engine) demonstrations, guided practice, and independent work Final skills test & certificate ceremony What Students Need to Bring: Safety glasses Notebook Pencil Close toe shoes required Contact: mechanicsclass101@gmail.com Bio: Gene Ledford is a U.S. Marine Corps veteran, small business owner, and experienced instructor with over 20 years in the mechanical field. His career includes 10 years as a mechanic, along with extensive experience in fleet management, consulting, and leadership roles. Combined with an MBA, Gene brings a strong balance of technical expertise and business insight to everything he does. A proud husband and father of two homeschooled children, Gene values family and education. In the classroom, he is passionate about teaching hands-on skills, problem-solving, and the confidence to approach mechanical challenges. His goal is to ensure students not only learn how mechanical systems work, but also understand why those skills matter in their everyday life.
Discuss This Activity