Beginner
A structured beginner programme building real skills and lasting confidence on the wheel — from centring to glazing, one step at a time.
6 weeks (135 mins per session)
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£290
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Beginner
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SCHEDULE & DATES
Thursday 7pm / Saturday 10am
Upcoming dates
Upcoming Dates:
Sat 3 Oct 2026 — Open (3 spots left)
Thu 12 Nov 2026 — Open
Sat 14 Nov 2026 — Open
Complete beginners who have never touched a pottery wheel Those who tried a taster workshop and want proper progression Creative individuals looking for a structured new hobby Anyone seeking a mindful, skill-based creative practice
WHAT YOU’LL LEARN WEEK BY WEEK
Week 1
Introduction to the Wheel Studio tour, tools and safety essentials. Learn clay preparation and wedging techniques. Practice centring clay and throwing simple cylinders to develop control.
Week 2
Shaping Bowls Focus on opening clay and pulling walls. Understand bowl proportions and thickness control. Learn how to avoid uneven bases and cracking.
Week 3
Throwing Cylinders for Mugs Refine straight forms for functional mugs. Introduction to handle making techniques. Improve wall consistency and height control.
Week 4
Plates & Functional Forms Learn to throw wider forms such as plates and shallow dishes. Manage clay compression to reduce drying cracks. Understand rim stability and balance.
Week 5
Trimming & Surface Decoration Learn to trim foot rings and refine shapes. Improve symmetry and weight distribution. Explore underglazing, carving, and texturing techniques.
Week 6
Glazing & Finishing Dipping, brushing, and layering glazes for a professional finish. Review your work and prepare pieces for the kiln.
All clay required during the course
Full use of wheels and studio tools
Studio glazes
Firing of up to 5 finished pieces
Expert instruction with hands-on guidance
Extra practice time at £10/hr during your course — ask us and we’ll book it in
By the end of the course, you will have developed confidence on the wheel and up to five finished ceramic pieces ready for collection after firing.
GOOD TO KNOW
Additional pieces can be glazed and fired for £5–£15 per item Small group sizes for personal guidance We recommend booking early as spaces fill quickly