Wheel Throwing for Teens

$230.00

Give your teens a creative boost this holiday with our pottery classes for ages 12 – 17. Over two days, they’ll learn to throw, trim, and decorate clay on the wheel, creating up to 3 fired pieces to treasure. No experience needed – just bring a towel, sponge, and plenty of enthusiasm.

Date:	Monday 18 & Tuesday 19 January 2027
Time:	1pm to 4pm
Teacher(s):	Alex de Vos
Location:	Workshop two

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Description

Get creative this holiday with pottery classes for teens!

Looking for a way to keep your teens engaged and inspired these holidays? Our wheel throwing course offers the opportunity to learn new skills, experiment with clay and discover the satisfaction of making pottery on the wheel.

What to Expect

Under the guidance of ceramic artist Alex de Vos, participants will learn the fundamentals of wheel throwing, from centring clay and opening a form to pulling up walls and shaping simple vessels. They’ll learn to make simple forms such as bowls, cups and small vases on the potter’s wheel.

With Alex’s knowledge of traditional and medieval pottery, participants can also discover how potters have shaped clay through the centuries and draw inspiration from historical forms.

Suitable for absolute beginners and those with some wheel throwing experience, this course is designed for young people aged 12–17 who are keen to explore pottery in a relaxed and encouraging studio environment.

Finished pieces will be glazed and fired by Canberra Potters technical staff and ready for collection approximately four weeks after the course.

All tuition, studio access, clay, glazing and firing of approximately 2–3 creations are included in the course.

Important Information

Experience: No prior experience is necessary. Suitable for young people aged 12–17, from beginners to those with some wheel throwing experience.
Our staff: Our tutors are experienced potters and hold current Working with Vulnerable People clearances.
What to Wear: Comfortable clothing and sturdy, covered shoes are required. Long hair must be tied back, and precious jewellery should be left at home. An apron is recommended.
What to Bring: A hand towel, a small cleaning sponge, an afternoon snack and a water bottle.
What do we need to know? If there is anything we should know to help your teen get the most out of the course, please contact the Education team at education@canberrapotters.com.au or on 02 6241 1670 before the course.
Duration: Two sessions of three hours each, 1pm–4pm.
Location: Workshop 2.
Fees: Includes tuition, studio access, clay, glazing and firing of approximately 2–3 pieces.
Studio Clean-Up: To maintain a safe and healthy environment, participants are required to clean their workspaces and assist with the general clean-up of the workshop at the end of each class. We ask parents and carers to discuss this requirement with their teens before attending.

For Parents and Carers Supporting a Young Person with Additional Needs

Please contact education@canberrapotters.com.au in advance so we can discuss the support required and any reasonable adjustments that may be appropriate. Arrangements are subject to staff availability and Canberra Potters’ health and safety requirements.

Important Details

Experience: No prior experience is necessary. This class is open to school-aged children 12-17 years.
Our staff: All our staff are experienced potters and have current WWVP clearances.
What to Wear: Relaxed clothing and sturdy covered shoes are required. Long hair should be tied back, and precious jewellery should be left at home.
What to Bring: Children should bring a cleaning sponge, hand towel, snacks, and a drink for the day.
What do we need to know: Is there anything we need to know to help your child get the most out of the day? These can be discussed in confidence with the Education Program Manager, at education@canberrapotters.com.au or on 02 6241 1670 prior to the class.
Duration: The class runs from 1pm- 4pm.
Location: Workshop 2
Fees: Includes tuition, clay, resources, glazing, and firing of up to four pieces.
Studio Clean-Up: To maintain a safe and healthy environment, participants are required to clean their workspaces and assist with the general clean-up of the workshop before the end of the class. We ask parents to discuss this requirement with their children prior to attending.

For Parents and Carers Supporting a Child with Additional Needs:

Please arrange this in advance by contacting us at education@canberrapotters.com.au so we can ensure reasonable adjustments are made.
Attendance is subject to Canberra Potters’ discretion, a current Working with Vulnerable People card, health & safety practices, and availability.
For health & safety reasons, children 5 years and under are not permitted in the workshops.

Terms and Conditions

Refund Policy – Classes & Short Courses:

Class fees will be refunded, less a 10% admin fee, if cancellation is notified more than 10 business days before the first class date.
If less than 10 business days’ notice is given then a refund, less 10%, will only be given if the place can be taken by another student otherwise the full fee is forfeited.
Please view your booking as a commitment to attend.
Classes cannot be transferred from one term to another or one year to another.
If a class is cancelled due to lack of enrolments, 100% of your class fee will be refunded.
All changes to bookings and refunds incur a 10% administration fee.
Canberra Potters will not issue refunds for missed classes or missed emails. Please ensure you have saved the following Canberra Potters emails to your contact list.
Canberra Potters is a teaching facility and students attend our classes to learn about pottery. Imperfect, broken and cracked items are part of the learning process. We do not provide refunds for work that cracks or breaks while drying, during firing or in general class activities.