Adults & Families | 5 Classes @ 1.5 hrs each

Introduction Clay Wheel Program

For our 5-week wheel classes we have designed a program that is easy to follow and results in a unique and personal experience.

Beginner friendly, no experience required!

Re-register for more sessions for more personal practice time! Includes clay, glazes & firing.

See "Session Details" below for class overview

clay wheel | 5 week classes

clay wheel | 5 week classes

$300.00 $350.00
5 Classes @ 1.5hrsAdults & FamiliesClay Wheel

{member pricing}

$175

{non - members price}

$300

Session Details

This course runs over five consecutive weeks, with 1.5-hour instructor-led classes held once per week.

Students will use 800g of clay in each throwing class and can create up to six finished pieces, such as plates, bowls, spoon rests, cups, or mugs.

Enjoy a fully guided pottery experience with all materials included.

During the session, you’ll create up to 6 clay pieces, including clay, glazing, and final kiln firing.

Once fired, your finished pieces are yours to take home—perfect to enjoy yourself or gift to someone special.

Week 1: Wheel Throwing (Let’s Get Messy!)

We kick things off on the wheel! You’ll receive up to 800g of clay and learn the fundamentals of throwing—starting with centring. It’s very important, a little tricky, and surprisingly fun once it clicks.

You’ll also get familiar with the wheel, tools, studio flow, and cleanup. Our goal is to make up to two pieces this class.

Week 2: Trimming & Details (Refine the Good Stuff)

Time to clean things up and add personality. You’ll learn how to trim your pieces, shape a foot, and add details like handles or texture. New tools are introduced, and if time allows, you may even get back on the wheel for a little extra throwing.

Week 3: Wheel Throwing (Last Call!)

This is your final chance to practice centring and create functional pieces like bowls, plates, spoon rests, or vessels. We’re aiming again for up to two pieces.

You may also trim any pieces thrown during Week 2—flexibility is key!

Week 4: Underglazing & Final Trimming (Bring on the Colour!)

Now the fun really shows. You’ll be introduced to underglaze—aka all the beautiful colours—and start decorating your pieces. This is also the last opportunity to trim, making sure everything is ready for glazing.

Week 5: Final Glazing (The Grand Finale)

In our final class, you’ll learn dip glazing techniques and apply the finishing touches before your pieces head into the kiln.

After firing, your creations will be ready to take home and show off!

Learn, Create, Grow, Repeat

Our 5 week clay wheel class encourages being present and mindful while creating, and focusing on the journey rather than the outcome.
1. Professional Tools & Materials

1. Professional Tools & Materials

At our professional art studio, you use only the highest quality tools and materials. Clay, wheels, bats, ribbon tools, pin tools, sponges and more. Plus you will learn all about the kiln and the magic that happens inside.
2. Everything starts with a lump of clay

2. Everything starts with a lump of clay

Enjoy the pure magic at your fingertips when you transform a simple lump of clay into a functional vessel! This captivating process brings joy and satisfaction in creating something unique with your own two hands.
3. Spin! Spin! Spin!

3. Spin! Spin! Spin!

Techniques are best learned through practice, and our program is designed to maximize your time on the wheel. Instructor demonstrations include: throwing, centering, opening and pulling, coning, Sgraffito, handle building and application and more!
4. Trimming

4. Trimming

You will learn the process of trimming in your second class, which gives your creations a professional look and feel. Shape, smooth, scar and scratch while your clay is "leather dry".
5. Ready to dry

5. Ready to dry

Clay must be bone dry before it's fired in the kiln for the bisque fire. Our kilns heat the clay to an internal temperature of about 2000 degrees! You might cook a pizza at home around 450 degrees, so that's REALLY HOT! 🍕😋This whole process can take about a week.
6. Glazing

6. Glazing

Applying glaze is the final step of your clay creations, and some argue just as relaxing as the wheel. Choose your colours from a rainbow selection of our professional quality glazes to add your individual flair to your pottery.The entire last class is dedicated to glazing your work, and you can always book more time if needed. One more firing in the kiln to set the glaze and your pieces are ready to go home!

Inspiraton Of Pieces You Can Create

By the end of the 5 week clay wheel intensive program you will have:

  • Worked on learning the very important skill of how to feel the centre on the wheel

  • Produced multiple clay pieces of your choosing from bowls, plates, cups or vases

  • Learned how to safely use our professional equipment, glazes, tools and kiln

  • Created finished works of art ready to take home and be admired

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Some Kind Words

Elena R

We loved everything, the people working, the space, the experience,

Lena S

Was fun and relaxing. Very friendly staff. Thanks

Francoise K

Great instructors, atmosphere and relaxed environment. Loved the opportunity to try something new

Hanna S

Keep up the great work! I appreciated having a small class so I could have more one-on-one time with the instructor. The time length was perfect and I was able to work on two pieces and felt I had ample time to improve technique while making the pieces

Angela L

Our instructor was the kindest and most knowledgeable teacher I could have asked for! She took her time to explain the whole process with attention to detail, helpful tips, and used vocabulary that were fitted to newcomers like us. She was extremely patient and attentive to our questions and concerns being our first time working with clay. After giving the demonstration, she was always watching with a helpful eye to see if we were on the right track, or if we needed any more guidance. I don’t think I could have had a better first experience using the clay wheel! Thank you!