HOW TO BOOK CLASSES
Our classes are released a month before the start of each term.
First, we put them up on our booking website to preview along with a release date.
We do this so that you can decide on the class that works for you without worrying that you are not going to have enough time to book.
Then on the specified date, using the same link they will be bookable.
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Please click here to view our terms and conditions
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If you can’t book into your class, first please check what date the listings are bookable (see below this section) If you are booking on or after this date this probably means they are sold out.
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We are really sorry you can’t get into the class you want! Make sure you are subscribed to our newsletter as that is where you will hear about new classes first
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Yes! Check out the link at the top of this page called Workshops & One-off classes or click here
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We do not offer vouchers for classes or workshops, unfortunately! Only for our shop.
If you are looking for a present for someone, our Clay Kits make great gifts! See here for more information and to purchase! -
If you have some experience throwing, you can skip level one and move into the level that best describes what you would like to focus on
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Finished work will be available to collect 3 - 4 weeks after your course.
We will send you an email when your work is ready to be picked up.All completed work must be collected from The Clay Centre within 6 weeks of receiving your collection email.
Work will not be stored after 6 weeks due to space constraints.
WHEEL THROWING CLASSES:
TERM 1, 2026!
New Level 1 Wheel courses for Term 1, 2026 will open for bookings on
Monday, 15th of December at 7:00am sharp!
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Beginner's Level One - 5 Weeks
Beginners Level 1 is designed to give you a strong foundation with solid skills to get you throwing on the pottery wheel.You will focus on cylinders - the basis of many pottery forms (think scales for musicians!) and bowls, and learn how to trim these forms. In your last class you will learn how to glaze your pots in a simple and effective way, by single dipping.
Course includes up to 4 pieces to be glazed and fired. Any additional pieces may be kept for an extra $20 per piece.
Clay is included in the course cost, and tools are available to use during class.Finished work will be available to collect 3 - 4 weeks after your course.
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Beginner's Level 1.5 - Term 1
Saturday Mornings 21st Feb - 21st March 2026
This course is perfect if you have completed a Level 1 with us and would like to bridge the gap between Levels 1 and 2.
You will learn to expand on the basic techniques of making cylinders, cups and bowls, and you will start using larger amounts of clay to get you prepared for Level 2.
By week 4 you will choose up to four of your favourite items to be bisque fired, and in week 5 you will learn how to apply glaze to finish your pieces, ready for their final glaze firing.
Clay is included in the course cost, and tools are available to use.
Course includes up to 4 pieces to be glazed and fired. Any additional pieces may be kept for an extra $20 per piece.
Clay is included in the course cost, and tools are available to use during class.Finished work will be available to collect 3 - 4 weeks after your course.
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Wheel Throwing Level Two - 8 Weeks
In this 8 week Beginners Level 2 class, you’ll build on your foundations from Level 1.You will begin to explore different shapes to make unique mugs and jugs and also start increasing the sizes of the bowls you are able to throw.
In your last class you will continue to learn about glazes and explore different creative application methods.
Clay and tools will need to be purchased and each object is fired on a weigh and pay basis.
Finished work will be available to collect 3 - 4 weeks after your course.
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Wheel Throwing Level Three - 8 Weeks
In this 8 week beginners Level 3 class you will now have the skills from the previous levels to start exploring more complex shapes like vases and bottles under the guidance of our experienced tutors!In Level 3 you will also learn how to throw and trim lidded jars and plates/pasta bowls!
In your last class you will continue to learn about glazes, the kilns and explore different creative application methods.
Clay and tools will need to be purchased and each object is fired on a weigh and pay basis.Finished work will be available to collect 3 - 4 weeks after your course.
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The Potters Kitchen - a Level 3 class: Friday Mornings with Estefany and Jenny
A Level 3 Class
This class is an exciting combination of both Wheel Throwing and Hand Building skills to create functional and beautiful items for your Kitchen.
By using both skills, you will learn how to combine wheel thrown and handmade pieces, which will open a world of possibilities for your making.
Think Fermentation crocks, coffee pourers, utensil holders and more!
This 7-week class will set you up perfectly to have the confidence to experiment and try new techniques.
When it comes to glazing your forms you will learn about double-dipping, and various combinations of glaze layering to add interest to your work.
Clay and tools need to be purchased, and firings are paid separately.