Intro to Pottery Wheel Throwing Class in San Francisco

San Francisco, California

Intro to Pottery Wheel Throwing Class in San Francisco

San Francisco, California

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Duration: 2 hours

Overview

Discover the joy of working with clay in the Intro to Pottery Wheel Throwing Class in San Francisco, California. This two-hour beginner-friendly experience gift teaches you the basics of wheel throwing while you create up to three unique ceramic pieces, which will be trimmed, glazed, and fired!

🎯 Learn the basics of pottery wheel throwing from an experienced instructor in a beginner-friendly setting
👐 Work with up to three pounds of clay to create as many as three unique ceramic pieces
🏺 Have your creations trimmed, glazed, and kiln-fired by the studio for pickup in 4–6 weeks
👩‍🎨 Enjoy a relaxed, hands-on creative experience in a fully equipped San Francisco pottery studio

Full description

Guided by an experienced potter, you’ll learn the fundamentals of wheel throwing, from centering and shaping clay to forming your own functional or decorative pieces. No prior experience is required, and all tools, clay, and instruction are provided, so you can focus on the fun of creating.
During the class, you’ll work with up to three pounds of clay and craft as many as three unique pieces to keep. Once the session ends, your work will be trimmed, fired, and glazed by the studio staff, ready for you to pick up in 4–6 weeks. Disposable aprons are available for single-day students, and everything is set up to make the process as relaxed and enjoyable as possible. It’s a hands-on, rewarding way to explore pottery in the heart of San Francisco—and walk away with handmade pieces you can truly call your own.

Availability

When do I choose a date?

After purchase, you can request your preferred dates and times by following the instructions in the email you receive. If it's a gift, the recipient will also get an email with booking instructions.

Year Round,
Tuesday - Sunday
Weekdays 6:30 or 7:00pm
Saturday 10:30am or 2:30pm
Sundays 10:30am, 3:30pm, & 6:30pm

Practical information

Any restrictions to participate?

Age: All age groups are welcome. Children are allowed if accompanied by a registered, participating adult guardian. Wheels are adult-sized, so younger children may need additional assistance from their guardian.
Physical limitations: Ability to sit at and operate a pottery wheel is required.
Experience level: No experience necessary; beginners are welcome.

Who can you accommodate for?

Children: Children may participate if a registered adult guardian is also participating in the class.
Pets: Pets are not allowed.

What to expect on the day of the experience?

Duration: 2 hours.
What’s included:
2 hours of expert instruction and class time
3 pounds of clay
Glazing and firing for up to 3 items
Instructor trimming, drying, firing, glazing, and re-firing your pieces
Use of disposable or shared aprons
Who will be present: A professional pottery instructor will guide the class. Other students may be present; class sizes vary.
Spectators: No spectators are allowed; all attendees must be registered participants.
Photo/ video: Photos are encouraged.
Specific rules to follow: Arrive on time; doors are locked once the class begins.

How to prepare?

Weather dependency: This is an indoor experience.
Arrival: Arrive 10 minutes before the start time to check in and get set up.
Parking: Check local parking availability near the studio.
What to wear: Clothing and closed-toe shoes that can get dirty; short fingernails are recommended.
What to bring: Creative spirit and readiness to get hands-on with clay
Restrooms: Restroom facilities are available on-site.

Anything else I should know before going on this experience?

Finished pieces will be ready for pick-up in approximately 4–6 weeks after class (most are ready in 4–5 weeks). You will be notified via email when they are available.
The process includes trimming, drying, bisque firing, glazing, and glaze firing done by the instructor.

Returns, exchanges and cancellation

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No refunds are allowed once the experience is booked, but you can reschedule up to 7 days before your experience, for a date within a year of the original booking. To reschedule, contact the experience provider directly. No-shows or rescheduling less than 7 days in advance means losing the value of your experience.

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