Beginner Classes at KudoClay Studio
Welcome to our
Beginner Pottery Classes!
Whether you’re eager to explore hand‑building or dive straight into wheel throwing (or both!), our classes lay the foundation for confident, creative clay work in a fun, supportive environment. We keep class sizes small, so everyone receives personalised guidance.
Many students begin with hand‑building to gain familiarity with clay’s behaviour—that’s a great pathway into wheel throwing, which adds excitement and a dynamic dimension to your practice. While the wheel can be more challenging, it’s also incredibly rewarding and fun.
Choose the class that fits your interest—hand‑building, wheel throwing, or a combined beginner’s experience—then fill in the enrolment form below to secure your spot and begin your pottery journey. All clay, glazes, and firings are included in the enrolment fee.
Monday 5 to 7 pm Beginner Wheel - CLASS FULL
Beginner Pottery Wheel Class: Hands On with the Wheel
Curious about throwing clay on the wheel? Whether you’ve tried the wheel before or this is your very first time, our Beginner Wheel class offers a welcoming and practical introduction to one of pottery’s most dynamic techniques.
In this 10-week course, you’ll learn how to prepare, centre, and shape clay on the wheel while developing confidence, control, and creative freedom. It’s a hands-on experience that focuses on learning the process—not just the end result—with plenty of support along the way.
Course Focus:
The potter’s wheel is an exciting and tactile tool, but like any skill, it takes practice. This class offers the time, space, and guidance to get comfortable with the wheel while developing the foundational techniques that will serve you in all areas of pottery.
Curriculum Highlights:
Clay Preparation
Get to know your material—learn how to wedge, reclaim, and manage your clay for the wheel.
Centring & Throwing Basics
Master the techniques of centring clay and pulling up forms. You’ll start with simple cylinders, working toward small bowls and cups.
Trimming & Finishing
Learn how to trim your pieces for a clean, professional look. Explore simple decorative options to personalise your work.
Form Development & Handles
Take your skills further by adding handles, exploring shape variations, and creating functional forms like mugs, tumblers, or small vases.
Who is this for?
This is a beginner-friendly class, perfect for anyone who wants to learn wheel throwing from scratch. No experience required.
If you’ve already done our Beginner Pottery class (which covers hand-building and an intro to the wheel), this is a great next step to deepen your throwing skills. This class does assume some basic pottery knowledge.
Why Join?
Learn at your own pace in a relaxed, supportive environment
Small class sizes ensure personalised instruction
All materials, glazes, and firings included
Take home your own finished, functional pieces
Tutor: Michael Michaels
Term Dates & Fees
Term 1: 3 February – 7 April — Fee: $345
Term 2: 28 April – 23 June — Fee: $345
Term 3: 14 July – 15 September — Fee: $345
Term 4: 6 October – 8 December — Fee: $345
The enrolment fee includes all clay, glaze, and firing costs needed to complete the course.
Tuesday 5 to 7 pm Beginner Pottery - CLASS FULL
Beginner Pottery Class: Hand-Building & Wheel Throwing
Have you ever dreamed of making your own beautiful, functional ceramics? Our Beginner Pottery class is the perfect place to start your journey—offering a hands-on introduction to both hand-building and wheel throwing in a fun, relaxed environment.
Whether you’re mesmerised by the spin of the wheel or drawn to the tactile possibilities of hand-building, this class gives you the best of both worlds. You’ll learn essential pottery skills through creative projects designed to help you build confidence and get to know clay from the ground up.
Course Focus:
This course provides a well-rounded introduction to working with clay. Through guided exercises and creative projects, you’ll explore the core techniques of traditional hand-building and experience the excitement of throwing on the wheel.
Curriculum Highlights:
Clay Preparation
Master the fundamentals of preparing your clay—wedging, stacking, and reclaiming—to get it just right for both hand-building and the wheel.
Pinch Pots & Coil Building
Start with classic pinch pots and move into coiling to create expressive vessels and forms while learning how to control shape and thickness.
Slab Construction
Use rolled clay slabs to build functional items like trays, dishes, and boxes. Discover templates, texturing techniques, and design thinking.
Decorative Finishing
Add your own flair with texture, carving, stamping, and coloured slips before glazing. Explore how surface treatment transforms your work.
Introduction to the Wheel
Learn the basics of wheel throwing including centring, pulling walls, and shaping cylinders and bowls. You’ll get a chance to trim your work and add handles too—perfect for tumblers, cups, or small bowls.
Why Join?
No prior experience needed—perfect for complete beginners
A balance of hand-building and wheel time
Small group sizes for individual support
All materials, glazing, and firings included
Take home a collection of finished, functional ceramics
Commitment & Progress
While learning the wheel takes time, this course focuses on giving you a taste of several techniques. You’ll spend the first part of the course learning hand-building skills (which are essential for understanding clay) before moving on to the wheel. By the end of the term, you’ll have gained a strong foundation in both areas—and a collection of your own handmade work.
Tutor: Michael Michaels
Term Dates & Fees
Term 1: 4 February – 8 April — Fee: $345
Term 2: 29 April – 24 June — Fee: $345
Term 3: 15 July – 16 September — Fee: $345
Term 4: 7 October – 9 December — Fee: $345
The enrolment fee includes all clay, glaze, and firing costs needed to complete the beginner curriculum.
Wednesday 5 to 7 pm Beginner Wheel - CLASS FULL
UPDATE: This class is not running in term 3.
Beginner Pottery Wheel Class: Hands On with the Wheel
Curious about throwing clay on the wheel? Whether you’ve worked with clay before or this is your very first time, our Beginner Wheel class offers a welcoming and practical introduction to one of pottery’s most dynamic techniques.
In this 10-week course, you’ll learn how to prepare, centre, and shape clay on the wheel while developing confidence, control, and creative freedom. It’s a hands-on experience that focuses on learning the process—not just the end result—with plenty of support along the way.
Course Focus:
The potter’s wheel is an exciting and tactile tool, but like any skill, it takes practice. This class offers the time, space, and guidance to get comfortable with the wheel while developing the foundational techniques that will serve you in all areas of pottery.
Curriculum Highlights:
Clay Preparation
Get to know your material—learn how to wedge, reclaim, and manage your clay for the wheel.
Centring & Throwing Basics
Master the techniques of centring clay and pulling up forms. You’ll start with simple cylinders, working toward small bowls and cups.
Trimming & Finishing
Learn how to trim your pieces for a clean, professional look. Explore simple decorative options to personalise your work.
Form Development & Handles
Take your skills further by adding handles, exploring shape variations, and creating functional forms like mugs, tumblers, or small vases.
Who is this for?
This is a beginner-friendly class, perfect for anyone who wants to learn wheel throwing from scratch. No experience required.
If you’ve already done our Beginner Pottery class (which covers hand-building and an intro to the wheel), this is a great next step to deepen your throwing skills. If not—no worries! We’ll guide you from the beginning.
Why Join?
Learn at your own pace in a relaxed, supportive environment
Small class sizes ensure personalised instruction
All materials, glazes, and firings included
Take home your own finished, functional pieces
Tutor: Michael Michaels
Term Dates:
| Term 1: | 5 February | 9 April | Fee $345 |
| Term 2: | 30 April | 25 June | Fee $345 |
| Term 3: | 16 July | 17 September | Fee $345 |
| Term 4: | 8 October | 10 December | Fee $345 |
Enrolment fee: The enrolment fee is inclusive of clay, glaze, and firing costs needed to complete the Beginner wheel throwing curriculum.
Enrolment: Please fill in the Enrolment Form, below, to secure your place.
Wednesday 7 to 9 pm Beginner Pottery - Spaces still available
Beginner Pottery Class: Hand-Building & Wheel Throwing
Have you ever dreamed of making your own beautiful, functional ceramics? Our Beginner Pottery class is the perfect place to start your journey—offering a hands-on introduction to both hand-building and wheel throwing in a fun, relaxed environment.
Whether you’re mesmerised by the spin of the wheel or drawn to the tactile possibilities of hand-building, this class gives you the best of both worlds. You’ll learn essential pottery skills through creative projects designed to help you build confidence and get to know clay from the ground up.
Course Focus:
This course provides a well-rounded introduction to working with clay. Through guided exercises and creative projects, you’ll explore the core techniques of traditional hand-building and experience the excitement of throwing on the wheel.
Curriculum Highlights:
Clay Preparation
Master the fundamentals of preparing your clay—wedging, stacking, and reclaiming—to get it just right for both hand-building and the wheel.
Pinch Pots & Coil Building
Start with classic pinch pots and move into coiling to create expressive vessels and forms while learning how to control shape and thickness.
Slab Construction
Use rolled clay slabs to build functional items like trays, dishes, and boxes. Discover templates, texturing techniques, and design thinking.
Decorative Finishing
Add your own flair with texture, carving, stamping, and coloured slips before glazing. Explore how surface treatment transforms your work.
Introduction to the Wheel
Learn the basics of wheel throwing including centring, pulling walls, and shaping cylinders and bowls. You’ll get a chance to trim your work and add handles too—perfect for tumblers, cups, or small bowls.
Why Join?
No prior experience needed—perfect for complete beginners
A balance of hand-building and wheel time
Small group sizes for individual support
All materials, glazing, and firings included
Take home a collection of finished, functional ceramics
Commitment & Progress
While learning the wheel takes time, this course focuses on giving you a taste of several techniques. You’ll spend the first part of the course learning hand-building skills (which are essential for understanding clay) before moving on to the wheel. By the end of the term, you’ll have gained a strong foundation in both areas—and a collection of your own handmade work.
Tutor: Michael Michaels
Term dates and fees:
| Term 1: | 5 February | 9 April | Fee: $345.00 |
| Term 2: | 30 April | 25 June | Fee: $345.00 |
| Term 3: | 16 July | 17 September | Fee: $345.00 |
| Term 4: | 8 October | 10 December | Fee: $345.00 |
Enrolment fee: The enrolment fee is inclusive of clay, glaze, and firing costs needed to complete the Beginner curriculum.
Enrolment: Please fill in the Enrolment Form, below, to secure your place.