pottery wheel throwing

Group Courses

Whether you are a beginner or an improver we have a pottery throwing course for you..

Every half term we offer:

Find out more about our group pottery classes below. If you have any further questions please don’t hesitate to get in touch. Contact Us

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‘Beginners’ Throwing - 4 or 5 Week Courses

Join our Pottery Wheel Course for beginners at Brick Kiln Pottery. In a creative environment, you'll learn the basics of wheel throwing, from centering clay to shaping vessels. With hands-on instruction and feedback, you’ll develop your unique style. Spaces are limited, so reserve your spot and start your pottery journey today!

Week 1 - Preparing clay, introduction to tools, throw your first ever pots!

Week 2 - Trimming of your pots made on previous session. Plus more throwing practice.

Week 3 - Trimming of your pots made on previous session. Plus more throwing practice.

Week 4 - Trimming of your pots made on previous session. Looking at alternative forms

Week 5 - Glazing - a chance to glaze your own pots in a choice of dipping glaze colours

NB: On the 4 week course, week 3 will be missing.

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Session Duration: 2 hours

Course of 4 Sessions Fee: £250 per person

Course of 5 Sessions Fee: £300 per person

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To progress after this course you could sign up to an ‘improvers’ day or become a Brick Kiln Pottery member. Find out about our memberships here

View Dates and Book Beginners Courses here...

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