A seat at the wheel

Small classes in the working studio, with our wheels, clay and kiln. Six people at most, so there's always a hand free to help.

Clay-covered hands opening a pot on a spinning wheel

Wheel basics
Your first three hours on the wheel: centring the clay, opening it, and pulling up a cylinder you can take home.
When
First and third Saturdays, 9:30 to 12:30
Price
$85, clay and firing included
Class size
Up to 6 people
Included
- Clay, tools and an apron
- Firing and a clear glaze on your best piece, ready about three weeks later
- Coffee from the shop
Trimming and glazing
Finish the pieces you threw: trim a foot ring, then choose a glaze from the test-tile wall.
When
Second Saturdays, 9:30 to 12:00
Price
$70
Class size
Up to 6 people
Included
- Bring up to three pieces from Wheel basics
- Any glaze from the studio's six
- Glaze firing, ready about two weeks later
Four-week course
One evening a week for a month, from your first centred lump to a glazed set of bowls.
When
Four Thursday evenings, 6:00 to 8:30
Price
$290
Class size
Up to 8 people
Included
- Ten hours of teaching across four weeks
- Clay, glazes and two firings
- Open studio time on Sunday afternoons during the course

Book a class

This calendar is a demonstration. It works like real booking, but nothing is reserved or sent. Dates are real upcoming days; seat counts are made up.

Before you come

Do I need any experience?: No. Wheel basics assumes you've never touched clay. Most people leave with one piece they're proud of and two they laughed at.
What should I wear?: Clothes you don't mind getting muddy, short nails if you can, and closed shoes. We lend aprons.
Is there an age limit?: Classes are for ages 16 and up. For younger potters, ask us about family afternoons.
What if I can't come?: Tell us at least three days before and we'll move you to another date.