Wheel Classes at KudoClay
Welcome to our
Wheel Classes!
Welcome to our KudoClay wheel Classes! These are our dedicated wheel throwing classes and are designed to help you develop and polish your skills in a fun, supportive environment.
These mixed-level pottery wheel classes are designed to support students at every stage of their wheel-throwing journey. Whether you are new to the wheel or returning with experience, the class offers structured guidance, individual instruction, and clear pathways for skill development.
Beginners are introduced carefully to the fundamentals of wheel throwing through a structured set of guided exercises. These are designed to build confidence, develop good habits, and help students understand the process more quickly and clearly, with hands-on support throughout.
Choose the class that fits your schedule, then fill in the enrolment form below to secure your spot and continue your pottery journey.
Mondays 5 to 7 pm
Mixed-Level Pottery Wheel Class
Beginner-Friendly with Room to Grow
Curious about the potter’s wheel, but a little unsure where you fit? This mixed-level wheel class is designed so beginners feel completely welcome, while more experienced students continue to grow and be challenged.
If this is your first time on the wheel, you’ll be guided step-by-step through the basics in a relaxed, supportive setting. If you already have experience, you’ll be supported to refine technique, explore more complex forms, and build confidence through repetition and experimentation.
Course Focus
This is a hands-on, process-driven class that prioritises skill development over speed or perfection. The potter’s wheel takes time to learn, and this course provides the space, structure, and guidance to build strong foundations — or deepen existing ones.
Instruction is tailored individually, ensuring beginners aren’t overwhelmed and experienced students aren’t held back.
Curriculum Highlights
Getting Started with Clay
Learn how to wedge and prepare clay for the wheel, understand clay behaviour, and set yourself up for successful throwing sessions.
Centring & Basic Forms
Beginners focus on centring and pulling up cylinders, progressing toward cups and bowls. Returning students work on improving consistency, wall thickness, and form.
Trimming & Surface Refinement
Learn how to trim your work for strength, balance, and a professional finish. Decorative options are introduced where appropriate.
Functional Forms & Variations
Explore mugs, tumblers, small vases, and handled forms. More experienced students may work on sets, larger pieces, or more technically demanding forms.
Why Join?
Beginner-friendly and non-intimidating
Individual instruction within a mixed-skill group
Learn at your own pace
Develop confidence, control, and creative freedom
Small class sizes for personalised support
Term dates:
| Term 1: | 26 January | 30 March |
| Term 2: | 20 April | 29 June |
| Term 3: | 20 July | 21 September |
| Term 4: | 12 October | 14 December |
Term fee: $295
This fee covers all tuition. Clay, glazes, and firings are charged separately, allowing students to pay only for what they use.
Enrolment: Please fill in the Enrolment Form, below, to secure your place.
Mondays 7 to 9 pm
Mixed-Level Pottery Wheel Class
From First Throws to Advanced Forms
This mixed-level pottery wheel class is designed for students at all stages of their wheel-throwing journey. Whether you are stepping up to the wheel for the first time or returning with experience and confidence, the class offers structured guidance, technical depth, and plenty of room to grow.
Beginners are introduced carefully to the fundamentals of wheel throwing, with clear demonstrations and close support. More experienced students are encouraged to refine technique, explore more complex forms, and work toward personal goals. Teaching is individualised, ensuring every student is appropriately supported and challenged.
Course Focus
The focus of this class is skill development over time. Strong foundations are built and reinforced, while experienced students deepen their understanding of form, process, and efficiency. The shared learning environment creates opportunities to learn from observation, discussion, and hands-on practice at different stages of making.
Curriculum Highlights
Clay Preparation & Management
Beginners learn essential clay preparation skills, including wedging and reclaiming. Experienced students refine clay management for consistency, scale, and complex forms.
Centring & Throwing Technique
New students develop confidence with centring and basic forms such as cylinders and bowls. More advanced students focus on improved control, throwing larger or thinner forms, and refining shape accuracy.
Form Development
Work progresses from simple functional forms through to lidded vessels, altered forms, sets, and larger pieces, depending on experience and interest.
Trimming & Finishing
Students learn trimming techniques appropriate to their level — from clean, balanced bases through to sharper profiles and refined proportions.
Handles, Spouts & Lids
Beginners are introduced to handles and attachments, while experienced students work on integration, balance, and more technically demanding components.
Who Is This Class For?
Students completely new to the wheel
Those with some previous experience wanting more structure and practice
Returning or intermediate potters refining technique
Experienced students seeking supported studio time and technical input
Everyone works at their own pace, with guidance tailored to individual needs.
Term dates:
| Term 1: | 26 January | 30 March |
| Term 2: | 20 April | 29 June |
| Term 3: | 20 July | 21 September |
| Term 4: | 12 October | 14 December |
Term fee: $295
This fee covers all tuition. Clay, glazes, and firings are charged separately, allowing students to pay only for what they use.
Enrolment: Please fill in the Enrolment Form, below, to secure your place.
Wednesday 5 to 7 pm
Mixed-Level Pottery Wheel Class
Beginner-Friendly with Room to Grow
This beginner-friendly mixed-level pottery wheel class offers a welcoming entry point for new students, while providing depth and challenge for those with prior experience. The emphasis is on building confidence, developing skill, and supporting long-term progression on the wheel.
Beginners are guided step-by-step through the process of throwing, with an emphasis on understanding the material and developing good habits. More experienced students are supported to refine their technique, explore new forms, and build consistency and confidence in their work.
Course Focus
This is a hands-on, skill-focused class that values process, repetition, and thoughtful making. Students are encouraged to work within their own ability while steadily expanding what they can achieve. Individual instruction ensures beginners are not overwhelmed and experienced students are not held back.
Curriculum Highlights
Getting Started with Clay
Beginners learn how to prepare and manage clay for the wheel. Returning students refine wedging, reclaiming, and clay choice to support their throwing goals.
Centring & Core Forms
New students focus on centring and pulling up basic forms. More experienced students concentrate on efficiency, repeatability, and refining form and proportion.
Trimming & Surface Refinement
Students learn trimming appropriate to their skill level — from establishing clean bases through to refining profiles and balance.
Functional Forms & Exploration
Beginners explore cups, bowls, and small handled forms. More experienced students may work on matched sets, larger pieces, or more complex functional ware.
Why Join?
Clear guidance for beginners
Ongoing technical support for experienced students
Individual instruction within a mixed-level group
A calm, respectful studio environment
Space to develop skills at your own pace
This class is designed to support your growth — wherever you’re starting from.
Term dates:
| Term 1: | 28 January | 1 April |
| Term 2: | 22 April | 1 July |
| Term 3: | 22 July | 23 September |
| Term 4: | 14 October | 16 December |
Term fee: $295
This fee covers all tuition. Clay, glazes, and firings are charged separately, allowing students to pay only for what they use.
Enrolment: Please fill in the Enrolment Form, below, to secure your place.
Friday 6.30 to 8.30 pm
Mixed-Level Pottery Wheel Class
From First Throws to Advanced Forms
This mixed-level pottery wheel class is designed for students at all stages of their wheel-throwing journey. Whether you are stepping up to the wheel for the first time or returning with experience and confidence, the class offers structured guidance, technical depth, and plenty of room to grow.
Beginners are introduced carefully to the fundamentals of wheel throwing, with clear demonstrations and close support. More experienced students are encouraged to refine technique, explore more complex forms, and work toward personal goals. Teaching is individualised, ensuring every student is appropriately supported and challenged.
Course Focus
The focus of this class is skill development over time. Strong foundations are built and reinforced, while experienced students deepen their understanding of form, process, and efficiency. The shared learning environment creates opportunities to learn from observation, discussion, and hands-on practice at different stages of making.
Curriculum Highlights
Clay Preparation & Management
Beginners learn essential clay preparation skills, including wedging and reclaiming. Experienced students refine clay management for consistency, scale, and complex forms.
Centring & Throwing Technique
New students develop confidence with centring and basic forms such as cylinders and bowls. More advanced students focus on improved control, throwing larger or thinner forms, and refining shape accuracy.
Form Development
Work progresses from simple functional forms through to lidded vessels, altered forms, sets, and larger pieces, depending on experience and interest.
Trimming & Finishing
Students learn trimming techniques appropriate to their level — from clean, balanced bases through to sharper profiles and refined proportions.
Handles, Spouts & Lids
Beginners are introduced to handles and attachments, while experienced students work on integration, balance, and more technically demanding components.
Who Is This Class For?
Students completely new to the wheel
Those with some previous experience wanting more structure and practice
Returning or intermediate potters refining technique
Experienced students seeking supported studio time and technical input
Everyone works at their own pace, with guidance tailored to individual needs.
Term dates:
| Term 1: | 30 January | 27 March |
| Term 2: | 24 April | 3 July |
| Term 3: | 24 July | 25 September |
| Term 4: | 16 October | 18 December |
Term fee: $295
This fee covers all tuition. Clay, glazes, and firings are charged separately, allowing students to pay only for what they use.
Enrolment: Please fill in the Enrolment Form, below, to secure your place.