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Explore - Pottery Wheel Taster Class (90 mins)

from €80.00
Participants:

For anyone who has dreamed of trying the pottery wheel, this beginner-friendly 1.5 hour class is a perfect introduction. It’s an opportunity to slow down, put your hands in clay, and connect to your creativity in a serene, relaxed setting.

Classes take place in my bright studio in a leafy neighbourhood of central Athens. Taught in small groups, the vibes are gentle and restorative — a little oasis of creative calm amid the city’s energy.

No prior experience is needed — just curiosity and a willingness to get your hands muddy.

Who it’s for?

  • People looking for a mindful, memorable gift for themselves or a loved one.

  • Visitors to Athens who want to take some time out of sightseeing to explore their creativity.

  • Beginners who want a supportive and enjoyable first experience at the wheel.

What to expect?

  • Warm, inclusive and welcoming studio with tools and materials provided.

  • Step-by-step demonstration of centering, opening, and pulling and shaping clay on the pottery wheel.

  • 90 minutes of guided wheel time with instruction tailored to your needs.

  • Individual attention: adjustments and tips tailored to your learning pace.

  • Time to throw two or three pieces during the class.

  • Glazing and kiln firing of one finished piece (pick-up or shipping options available).

  • Language of tuition is English or French.

How to book you experience:

  • Select the number of participants below and complete payment on the website.

  • Choose a date and time from the calendar below and submit the booking form. You’ll receive a confirmation email with practical details.

  • If the available times don’t suit you, contact me and I’ll do my best to accommodate your schedule.

For anyone who has dreamed of trying the pottery wheel, this beginner-friendly 1.5 hour class is a perfect introduction. It’s an opportunity to slow down, put your hands in clay, and connect to your creativity in a serene, relaxed setting.

Classes take place in my bright studio in a leafy neighbourhood of central Athens. Taught in small groups, the vibes are gentle and restorative — a little oasis of creative calm amid the city’s energy.

No prior experience is needed — just curiosity and a willingness to get your hands muddy.

Who it’s for?

  • People looking for a mindful, memorable gift for themselves or a loved one.

  • Visitors to Athens who want to take some time out of sightseeing to explore their creativity.

  • Beginners who want a supportive and enjoyable first experience at the wheel.

What to expect?

  • Warm, inclusive and welcoming studio with tools and materials provided.

  • Step-by-step demonstration of centering, opening, and pulling and shaping clay on the pottery wheel.

  • 90 minutes of guided wheel time with instruction tailored to your needs.

  • Individual attention: adjustments and tips tailored to your learning pace.

  • Time to throw two or three pieces during the class.

  • Glazing and kiln firing of one finished piece (pick-up or shipping options available).

  • Language of tuition is English or French.

How to book you experience:

  • Select the number of participants below and complete payment on the website.

  • Choose a date and time from the calendar below and submit the booking form. You’ll receive a confirmation email with practical details.

  • If the available times don’t suit you, contact me and I’ll do my best to accommodate your schedule.
 

  • The classes take place in my calm, sunny pottery studio in the heart of Athens.

    The address is: Dimitriou Tzeva 30, Neos Kosmos, 11744, Athens.

    You’ll find available slots for Taster Classes in the booking calendar on this page.

    If none of these dates/times work for you please get in touch. I’ll be happy to try to find a time which works for us both.

  • Standard/minimum group size: 2 participants (classes may be combined or rescheduled if minimum not met).

    In case of a booking by a group of friends/family, I can comfortably accommodate a maximum of 4 participants for a pottery wheel class.

    If it is your preference to come as a group, the class will run a little longer (approx. 2.5 hours instead of 90 minutes) to allow enough time for everyone to enjoy their time at the pottery wheel without feeling rushed.

  • Comfortable clothes you don’t mind getting a little clay on (I will have aprons for you, but we always get a bit muddy). If you have long hair you may wish to tie it back so that it doesn’t get in your way.

  • Younger potters are absolutely welcome to the studio, as long as they have adult/parental support and supervision.

    For our littlest potters (usually those under-6) hand building, may be more suitable than the pottery wheel. This is something we can absolutely integrate into your time at the studio to make the experience as child-friendly as possible.

    Please get in touch to chat about options.

  • Absolutely! But, it won’t be ready the same day.

    Pottery is a multi-step process and each pot takes several weeks to complete. Throwing the pot on the wheel is only the first step.

    If you choose to keep the piece you throw during your class, I will finish it for you following the steps below:

    1) Once your pot has dried for a couple of days I will trim the base and refine the form.

    2) Then I will wait 1-3 weeks for the pot to dry completely before putting it into the kiln for its first firing (960°C).

    3) Next I will glaze the piece (you will choose the glazes at the end of your class).

    4) Finally, the piece will be fired again, this time to 1260°C.

    On average, it takes between 3-5 weeks for pots to be ready for collection/shipping.

    N.B. Only one piece is included in the price of your course. If you’d like to keep more than one pot, there will an extra charge of €15 for each additional pot.

  • Yes!

    I only use high-quality stoneware clays in the studio and all my glazes are developed and made in-house, guaranteeing that the piece you make will be durable and safe to use for years to come.

    You’ll be able to choose the glaze colours and finishes you prefer for your pot on the day of your class.

  • Yes! If you’re not Athens-based your pot will be shipped to you once ready (typically at a cost of between €15-25 depending on the size of the piece).

    We only charge you what it costs us to send the piece so you won’t pay anything until the piece is ready to dispatch and we’ve had a chance to pack and weigh the parcel.

  • Absolutely! You are very welcome to bring up to three friends to join you for your experience.

    However, if your Gift Card was for just one person your friend/s will need to pay separately for their class.

  • The studio is on the ground floor with one shallow step at the entrance. Unfortunately, the toilet is downstairs and not easily accessible. Please let me know in advance about mobility needs; I will be happy to do my very best to adjust the workspace to welcome you.

    If you have sensory sensitivities, please let me know ahead of time so I can minimise distractions and adapt my teaching to suit you better.

  • I offer participants flexibility to rebook their class for another date/time with 48 hours notice.

    In case you need to cancel, I offer a full refund for cancellations made at least 7 days before the class and 50% refund for cancellations made between 48 hours and 7 days before the class. There are no refunds for cancellations within 48 hours of the class or for no-shows.

    If I need to cancel due to unforeseen circumstances, you will be offered a full refund or a rescheduled date.

    Please feel free to contact me by phone or email to inquire about rebookings or cancellations.