Classes & Events
PRIVATE POTTERY
LESSONS
One-on-one clay lessons are an accelerated way to learn, and can be booked at custom times if group classes don’t work with your schedule. We offer private lessons in hand building or the wheel, for beginner or continuing students. Wherever you’re at, we’ll match you with a teacher who’s right for you!
For beginners or continuing students.
Skill Level
Age
5+ for hand building, 10+ for wheel throwing
Pricing
See below for pricing options.
ABOUT OUR PRIVATE LESSONS
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Lessons provide a balance of hands-on instruction, verbal instruction, and independent practice
Lessons are purchased in advance, in a package of 3-6 sessions, as the full process from mud to glazed piece takes a minimum of 3 studio visits
Lessons are 2.5 hours long, with 2 hours of instruction time and 30 minutes of setup/cleanup.
Private lessons can be booked with one person or with a pair of people who commit to the same schedule
You have the option to learn glazing, or to have the studio glaze for you so you can focus on developing other skills
If you’re interested in a studio membership at Claymates, we require a minimum of 6 lessons to prepare you for operating independently in the studio, including one glazing lesson
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Private lessons are not refundable
Please give 24 hours notice via email if you need to reschedule your lesson; within 24 hours the lesson is not reschedulable
All lessons in your package must be used within one year of purchase; after this point they expire
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OUR PRICING
We offer sets of private lessons for one person or two people who commit to the same schedule.
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$200 per lesson
3 lessons: $600
4 lessons: $800
5 lessons: $1000
6 lessons: $1200Prices do not include GST.
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$275 per lesson
3 lessons: $825
4 lessons: $1100
5 lessons: $1375
6 lessons: $1650Prices do not include GST.
Lessons are sold in sets of 3-6 only, and payment for the set is required up front in order to book dates.
MORE CLASSES & EVENTS!
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PRIVATE EVENTS
Book out the studio and get muddy with your friends, family, or co-workers.
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MULTI-WEEK CLASSES
Go on a creative journey all the way from wedging to glazing in a multi-week class.
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CLAY DATES
Dip your toe into the world of ceramics with these one-day workshops for two.
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SPECIAL EVENTS
Discover something new with one of our limited time special edition workshops.
FAQ
If you have questions or need more information, be sure to visit our FAQ page for answers and additional details about our offerings and pottery pickup hours. We're here to help you embark on your creative journey!
WHERE TO FIND US!
We are nestled in East Vancouver near Strathcona Park.
Address
1288 Vernon Drive, Vancouver BC
Contact (Email is best!)
hello@claymatesceramicsstudio.com
Drop-ins are only available to existing Claymates members. If you’re not a member but you’d like to visit the studio, please register for one of our classes or private events!