T1 Saturday afternoon - Wheel intro
17 January - 14 March | A short 5 week intro course to throw on the potters wheel
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Term 1, 2026 – Wheel Throwing Introduction Short Course 📅 17 January - 14 March (5 sessions over 10 weeks) ⏰ Fortnightly on Saturdays, 14:00 - 17:00 Discover the magic of the potter’s wheel in this 5-week introductory course, designed for absolute beginners looking to build a strong foundation in wheel throwing. Under the guidance of Sikho, you’ll learn the core techniques needed to shape clay on the wheel, focusing on cylinders—the key building block for many pottery forms. This course runs fortnightly, allowing time for practice and reflection between sessions while accommodating busy weekend schedules. By the end, you’ll have gained confidence in working with the wheel and created a selection of handmade pieces to take home. ✨ What’s Included: • 5 fortnightly sessions over 10 weeks for steady learning • Small group of 9 for personalized instruction • Inclusive fee covering clay, firing, underglazes & dip-glaze access • A private shelf for storing work-in-progress • 5kg of clay provided (extra available at a student discount) 📌 Important Notes: • Sessions: 17, 31 January, 14, 28 February + 14 March • Missed classes cannot be rescheduled, so please check dates carefully before registering. 🏺 Class Flow & Demos (10:15–10:45 AM): Each session builds on the fundamentals of wheel throwing: 1️⃣ Introduction to clay, wedging & centering and throwing a basic cylinder 2️⃣ Repeating 'Throwing a cylinder' (the foundation of mugs & vases) 3️⃣ Trimming and refining forms, pulling and attaching handles 4️⃣ Throwing practice 5️⃣ Triming, Glazing & finishing techniques 📢 Studio Guidelines: • Respect & Creativity: A safe, non-judgmental space to explore, learn & play. • Catch-ups: Not available for this short course—please check dates carefully before booking. • Storage: Items are kept for 2 months after you leave. • Refunds: No refunds within 5 business days of term start unless we fill your spot. • Parking & Security: Marcel, our friendly security guard, will help you park on Victoria Road and walk you to/from your car. This course is the perfect first step into wheel throwing, giving you the confidence to continue exploring pottery beyond the basics. Join us and experience the joy of shaping clay on the wheel! 🎨✨
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Cancellation Policy
• If notice of cancellation is received more than 5 days before the workshop, class, or course, your fee will be refunded less a 10% cancellation fee. • Refunds will not be issued for cancellations made less than 4 business days before the program begins, unless the space can be filled. • No refund is issued if you cancel or do not show up on the start date. • In the event of illness or emergency, you’re welcome to send someone in your place. Please email their name and contact details to info@clayhands.co.za before the session. • Clay Hands reserves the right to cancel or reschedule a workshop, class, or course due to low enrolment or unforeseen circumstances. Should this happen, you’ll be notified by email or phone at least 4 business days in advance and receive a full refund.
Contact Details
Clay Hands, Victoria Road, Woodstock, Cape Town, South Africa
+27 73 414 7777
natasha@clayhands.co.za