Intro to Pottery

Description

Designed to cater to both beginner and experienced students, this class will help develop your skills for centering, throwing and trimming on the potter's wheel. Students also learn how to glaze their work.

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Fall Term 1 — starting Wed, Sep 9, 2026

7 weeks · 1 session per week

From
CA$315.00
/person

Friday Evening

6:30 - 9:00 PM · 7 weeks

Free cancellation up to 2 weeks before start date.

What you'll learn

Throw multiple pieces

You'll spend each class at the wheel building and refining multiple pieces — bowls, cylinders, vases — developing muscle memory and consistency with every session.

Master the fundamentals

Learn to properly center, open, pull and trim your clay. Your instructor will guide your technique and help you correct common mistakes so you progress with confidence.

Glaze and fire your work

All clay, tools, and glazing materials are provided. Your pieces are kiln fired by the studio — once ready we'll be in touch to arrange pickup.

What's included

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All clay and tools

Everything you need for the session is provided — no need to bring anything.

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Glazing materials

Access to our full range of glazes for finishing and personalizing your work.

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Kiln firing

The studio handles all kiln firing. Once your pieces are ready, we'll be in touch.

Things to know

Everything you need before your first class.

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All levels welcome

No experience needed. Each class is designed to meet you where you are.

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Everything is provided

Clay, tools, and glazing materials are all included. Just bring yourself.

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What to wear

Clay may get on you, so dress accordingly. Closed-toe shoes are required for safety.

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8 weeks · One session per week

Classes run for 8 consecutive weeks. Week 7 is kiln firing — no class that week.

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Your pieces are fired for you

The studio handles all kiln firing. Once your pieces are ready we'll be in touch to arrange a pickup time.

Studio Location

Saskatoon Clayworks

100 - 103 Marquis Court, Saskatoon, SK

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Cancellation policy

Cancellation windows are calculated from the start date.

Full refund

Cancel more than 2 weeks before the class starts and receive a full refund, minus a $20 admin fee.

Class credit

Cancel between 2 weeks and 4 days before the class starts and receive a credit toward a future class. No cash refund.

No refund or credit

Cancellations within 4 days of the class start date are not eligible for a refund or credit.

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