Want to give wheel throwing a go?

Our 4 Week Beginner Wheel Throwing Course is a shorter introduction to pottery at North Pottery, running alongside our full 6 Week Beginner Course.

It’s perfect if you’d like to try your hand at wheel throwing without committing to a longer course. Over four relaxed and friendly sessions, you’ll learn the fundamentals of throwing and trimming while having plenty of time to practise and build your confidence.

With small classes of just 4 people, you’ll receive plenty of individual guidance and support throughout the course.

What you’ll learn

Across the 4 weeks, you’ll learn the basics of wheel throwing, including:

• Preparing and wedging clay

• Centring clay on the wheel

• Opening and pulling up the walls

• Throwing and shaping different forms

• Developing your throwing technique

• Trimming and finishing your pots

• Building confidence and consistency on the wheel

The focus is on throwing and trimming, giving you a hands on introduction to working with clay on the wheel.

What’s included

• 4 weekly 2.5 hour sessions

• All tools and materials

• Stoneware clay

• Maximum class size of 4 people

• Individual guidance throughout the course

• Firing of up to 6 finished pieces

At the end of the course, you’ll be able to choose 6 of your favourite pieces to be glazed and fired.

All remaining clay will be reclaimed and recycled, helping us reduce waste and care for the environment.

Want to learn more?

If you enjoy the 4 Week Course and would like to develop your skills further, our 6 Week Beginner Wheel Throwing Course offers more time to practise, refine your technique and explore throwing in greater depth.

Both courses are designed for beginners, so you can choose the format that suits you best.

Ready to give wheel throwing a go?

Check availability below and book your spot now.

Please also read the Terms & Conditions.