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JOIN A CLASS

We offer high quality classes for beginners - intermediates in hand building and wheel work.

2026 Term Dates

Term 1: 5 Jan - 28 Mar

Term 2: 7 Apr - 25 Jun

JOIN A REGULAR GROUP 

Explore the world of clay in our weekly classes, where learning is continuous and open to all levels, held in a supportive community of pottery enthusiasts. Our classes run in termly blocks and include beginner, mixed-level and intermediate options.

 

If you’re looking for a lighter commitment or a first taste of clay, explore our fortnightly Saturday intro classes.

 

For those eager to master the wheel, our comprehensive Foundations Course provides step-by-step instruction to build confidence and skill. The next intake begins January 2026.
 

We are currently in our final 10-week block of 2025 (Term 4). From January 2026 we’ll be moving into a new rhythm of learning and making together.

Regular classes

Explore working with clay. 
We offer short fortnightly hand building and wheel throwing classes for beginners and dabblers

5 weeks

Foundation courses
Regular classes

WE HAVE REGULAR WEEKLY CLASSES OFFERED ON A TERM (10 WEEKS) BASIS

  • Full access to hand-building tools and equipment: slab roller, banding wheels, tools, formers

  • 8 wheels for throwing

  • Firing & an extensive glaze library

  • Studio time during your class

  • Support and project guidance from our teaching team: Jomari, Tash & Val
     

✨ Beginners are welcome in our regular classes. For a focused start on the wheel, we recommend the dedicated Wheel Foundations or intro  courses offered during the year.

> Please see our refund policy here

Weekly Classes

Regular classes

regular classes

 Monday, Tuesday & Thursday evenings
Open to all levels. Each session includes demonstrations in both foundational and advancing techniques, with the freedom to pursue your own projects.

  • Mixed-Level Studio Session | 6 October - 8 December

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    Starts Oct 6

    From 1,800 South African rand

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  • Mixed-Level Studio Session | 7 October - 9 December

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    Starts Oct 7

    From 1,800 South African rand

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  • Mixed-level Wheel throwing and/or Hand Building | 9 October - 11 December (10 sessions)

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    Starts Oct 9

    From 1,800 South African rand

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advancing classes

Wednesday & Friday mornings, Wednesday evenings
A space for deepening clay knowledge and building community. Expect a mix of technical guidance, creative challenges, and ongoing conversations about clay as a living practice.

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Weekly class schedule

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