Build it with Gavica:
Nike Air Jordan 1 Retro High OG
The Full Build Step-By-Step
Was $399 Now $199
Transform your sneaker passion into artistry.
Uncover the techniques behind crafting iconic footwear as you dive into the Nike Air Jordan 1 Retro High OG construction. You’ll gain a thorough understanding of the entire process, from basic skills to advanced techniques, with this masterclass style of instruction.
Expert Guidance: Benefit from Erik Gavica’s wealth of experience gained from working alongside industry giants like Kanye West and Shoe Surgeon Dominic Ciambrone. Learn professional techniques refined through years in the Los Angeles fashion scene.
Comprehensive Learning: Unlike free YouTube videos, Build it with Gavica provides a structured curriculum covering every aspect of custom sneaker construction. From cutting and sewing to sole bonding and channel stitching, you’ll gain a thorough understanding of the entire process.
Step-by-Step Instruction: Follow Erik’s step-by-step process, designed to demystify the creation of the Air Jordan 1. Learn how to bring your vision to life utilizing common tools and equipment, all from the comfort of your own home.
Hands-On Practice: Through patient instruction and hands-on practice, you’ll hone the essential skills for crafting custom shoes. Gain proficiency in techniques such as upper assembly, toe puff construction, and hand lasting. Access insider tips and tricks that only a seasoned industry professional like Erik can provide.
Creative Empowerment: Unlock your creativity and unleash your potential. Gain the confidence to experiment with patterns, materials, and techniques, allowing your unique style to shine through in every pair you create.
Quality Results: By investing in this course, you’re not just learning how to make sneakers – you’re investing in quality craftsmanship. Unlock the potential to create footwear that not only reflects your style but also stands the test of time.
Unlock your creativity and unleash your potential as a shoemaker-
Course Includes:
- 8 in-depth lessons covering the compete step-by-step Air Jordan build.
- Over 8 hours of expert video instruction led by Erik Gavica.
- Access exclusive insights as you learn custom shoemaking from a pro.
- Personalized digital Certificate of Completion for Building the Air Jordan 1.
- Bonus Content: Digital downloads of the Air Jordan specification sheet, equipment and materials list, and step-by-step assembly guide.
- Bonus Content: Pro Coaching! If you get stuck, schedule a chat with Erik.
- Risk-Free Guarantee: 90-day, 100% money-back guarantee if you’re not completely satisfied with the course.
The Shoe Dog would like to tell you about this on-line course. Find out if Gavica Builds Air Jordan 1 High is for you.
This course is now included in the All Access Pass!
150 lessons, over 50 hours of on-demand video instruction for shoe designers, developers, and footwear start-ups. Fast-track your footwear career today!
Learn more: Shoemakers Academy All Access Pass.
What's in this course?
In this first lesson, Erik walks you through how to organize and inventory the parts needed to build your Air Jordan 1 High. You’ll need various tools to complete the DIY project. Begin by separating the pattern parts by their materials and trace them to ensure you have enough. Organize them accordingly and lay them out following the pattern. Erik guides you through how to adjust the pattern to suit your build preferences. He then proceeds to cut out the shoe parts using scissors and razor blade techniques, including adding toe lasting allowance to the pattern.
Erik explains the importance of skiving the edges of leather parts and demonstrates which parts need skiving. He then cuts, perforates, and skives the Air Jordan 1 Retro High parts. Additionally, Erik applies reinforcements and backing to the upper parts.
Erik leads you step-by-step through the sewing and assembly processes, focusing on attaching the inner lining to the collar. This process, which may seem complex, is thoroughly explained.
Erik constructs the toe tip, vamp, and tongue assembly by gluing and sewing the parts together. He also attaches the tongue logos and then combines the vamp assembly with the quarters.
The completed upper is prepared for lasting. Erik demonstrates how to hand last it, explaining the required tools and techniques. He also guides you through the toe box assembly process, including cutting and forming reinforcements and the proper application of craft glue. Erik then returns the upper to the lasting post, completes the box area, and smooths the upper with a hammer, removing lasting nails and trimming the lasting margin.
Erik presents two techniques for outsole corking: cork sheet and chopped cork filler. Erik demonstrates finishing the cork with bottom sanding. This ensures the upper lasting margin is flat. He then sands the outsole and dry fits the parts together. Erik then marks the upper with the outsole and sands the bonding margin, he dry fits again to ensure the proper fit before applying sole glue.
In the final lesson, Erik explains the outsole bonding process and demonstrates how to apply the sole to the upper. He performs outsole pressing operations, removes the shoe from the last, and showcases outsole stitching with a channel stitch marking. Erik also reveals a special DIY tool for stitching and completes the operation. Finally, he finishes by reshaping the upper with a hammer, cleaning up, installing footbeds, and adding laces to complete the build process.
Online Course FAQ
Our courses are designed to teach both beginners and professionals. We start from the basics and work our way up, so even if you have no experience, you can still learn and benefit from our courses. Our expert instructor will guide you through every step of the process, and you can ask questions and receive feedback on your progress. Our courses also include detailed video tutorials and written materials, which make it easier for you to learn and practice shoemaking techniques.
Yes! All Shoemakers Academy students have access to “The Shoe Dog.” Reach out anytime by email or schedule a call or Zoom.
If you have any questions about this course or need a consult on your project send us an email right now! We’d love to hear from you.
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Course access is available for 2 full years from purchase date.
You can complete the course at your own pace, whether that’s over a few weeks or several months. Additionally, our courses are available online, which means you can access them from anywhere, at any time. Also, with online classes you don’t have to worry about finding time to attend physical classes or hassle with expensive and time consuming travel.
We understand that everyone has different learning styles and goals. If you’re not sure which course to start with please shoot us an email and “The Shoe Dog” can get you pointed in the right direction.
Also, we offer a 30-day money-back guarantee on all online courses. If you’re not satisfied with the course within the first 30 days, we’ll give you a full refund. We encourage you to give the courses a try, and see how it fits into your learning journey. If it’s not for you, we understand, and we’ll be happy to issue a refund.
We understand your concern about the cost of the course. However, the curriculum set forth here and skills you will gain will last you a lifetime. Insider tips and expert advice will save you from countless costly and time consuming mistakes along the way. We believe that the value of what you’ll learn from our courses far exceeds their cost. You may also consider the high cost of attending in person shoemaking courses.
We also offer scholarships to students. Send us an email explaining your situation for your chance to receive a Shoemakers Academy Scholarship discount.
Our courses, books, and shoemaking supplies are used by professional instructors at universities, trade schools, and high schools around the world.
We take great pride in the quality of our materials, which include detailed video tutorials, written instructions, and support from “The Shoe Dog,” Wade Motawi, who has more than 25 years of experience in the shoe industry. Additionally, we constantly update our course materials to ensure they are up-to-date and relevant.
If you have any concerns or questions about the quality of our materials and if they are right for you, we encourage you to email “The Shoe Dog” and he’ll be happy to address them.