Take a Pottery Class with Richmond Potters’ Club
About Our Classes
Our classes offer a supportive and engaging environment for both beginner and intermediate potters to explore the art of ceramics. Under the guidance of our experienced instructors, you'll learn fundamental skills in handbuilding, wheel throwing, and glazing.
Our small class sizes (maximum 10 students) ensure personalized attention and hands-on practice, allowing you to develop your skills and create beautiful handcrafted pieces. We offer classes four times a year, starting in January, April, July, and September.
Our small class sizes (maximum 10 students) ensure personalized attention and hands-on practice, allowing you to develop your skills and create beautiful handcrafted pieces. We offer classes four times a year, starting in January, April, July, and September.
How to Register for Adult Pottery Classes
Online registration for all Richmond Potters' Club classes is done through the City of Richmond's recreation registration website. You can view the Richmond Potters' Club class schedule and register by visiting the City of Richmond Parks and Recreation page and following these steps:
We follow the city's schedule for registration open dates as well as cancellation/withdrawal policies.
If you have questions about the registration process, please check the city's Registration Help page or contact the registration desk directly.
Please note that since our classes fill quickly, it is best to be logged in before registration opens and be prepared to complete your registration quickly. Evening classes tend to fill more quickly than day classes and waitlists are available for all classes.
- Navigate to General Search > Browse Activities
- View all activities first and then select
- Filter by keyword, course ID, age, location or date range
- Potter’s Club Classes can be found under: Adults > Arts Visual > Ceramics and Sculpture
- Look for the Potter’s Club Prefix in the title to register for our classes
- Use your MyRichmond account to register
We follow the city's schedule for registration open dates as well as cancellation/withdrawal policies.
If you have questions about the registration process, please check the city's Registration Help page or contact the registration desk directly.
Please note that since our classes fill quickly, it is best to be logged in before registration opens and be prepared to complete your registration quickly. Evening classes tend to fill more quickly than day classes and waitlists are available for all classes.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I sign up for pottery classes?
Online registration for all Richmond Potters' Club classes is done through the City of Richmond's recreation registration website. You can view the Richmond Potters' Club class schedule and register by visiting the City of Richmond Parks and Recreation page and following these steps:
If you have questions about the registration process, please check the city's Registration Help page or contact the registration desk directly.
Please note that since our classes fill quickly, it is best to be logged in before registration opens and be prepared to complete your registration quickly. Evening classes tend to fill more quickly than day classes, but there are waitlists available for all.
- Navigate to General Search > Browse Activities
- View all activities first and then select
- Filter by keyword, course ID, age, location or date range
- Potter’s Club Classes can be found under: Adults > Arts Visual > Ceramics and Sculpture
- Look for the Potter’s Club Prefix in the title to register for our classes
- Use your MyRichmond account to register
If you have questions about the registration process, please check the city's Registration Help page or contact the registration desk directly.
Please note that since our classes fill quickly, it is best to be logged in before registration opens and be prepared to complete your registration quickly. Evening classes tend to fill more quickly than day classes, but there are waitlists available for all.
What will I learn?
Students receive 27 hours of instruction, covering hand building, wheel throwing, and glazing techniques. You’ll receive a combination of small group instruction and demonstration, as well as one-on-one support for your pottery journey.
Is experience required to take a Richmond Potters' Club class?
No clay experience necessary. Richmond Potters' Club classes are suitable for both beginner and intermediate-level potters. Our small classes provide hands-on instruction and demonstration to students, teaching fundamental skills in handbuilding, wheel throwing, and glazing.
What should I bring to class?
At your first class, you will purchase a 25 pound bag of clay, which you can store in the studio.
For the first class please bring:
For subsequent classes you will be responsible for bringing:
Note: If you have leftover clay from a previous Richmond Potters' Club class, you may use that.
For the first class please bring:
- Cash, check, or credit card to purchase clay* and a basic tool kit
- Resealable container for clay recycling (1-2 litre, i.e., a large yogurt tub or storage container)
- Bring your own toolkit or purchase one at the first class.
For subsequent classes you will be responsible for bringing:
- Your clay recycling container
- Your personal tool kit
Note: If you have leftover clay from a previous Richmond Potters' Club class, you may use that.
What should I wear to my pottery class?
Dress for the mess: Students are encouraged to wear shoes and clothing that you don’t mind getting dirty.
You may also want to bring an apron or coveralls to protect your clothing. We recommend leaving bracelets, rings, watches, etc. at home.
You may also want to bring an apron or coveralls to protect your clothing. We recommend leaving bracelets, rings, watches, etc. at home.
Do You Offer Classes For Children?
Richmond Potters' Club only offers classes for adults (19+). Children’s classes are available through the Richmond Art Center.
Can I bring my own clay?
No, to ensure the safety and protection of our equipment, clay must be purchased from the Richmond Potters' Club. It will be available to purchase via cash or card on the first day of class. After the first class, you can bring in cash to pay for additional clay.
Note: If you have leftover clay from a previous Richmond Potters' Club class, you may use that.
Note: If you have leftover clay from a previous Richmond Potters' Club class, you may use that.
How much does it cost to take a class through Richmond Potters' Club?
Please check the registration page for the most up-to-date price information by visiting the City of Richmond Parks and Recreation page and following these steps:
- Navigate to General Search > Browse Activities
- View all activities first and then select
- Potter’s Club Classes can be found under: Adults > Arts Visual > Ceramics and Sculpture
- Look for the Potter’s Club Prefix in the title!
I am unable to find your schedule for upcoming pottery classes - what day and time are the classes offered? How can I find class information?
Online registration for all Richmond Potters' Club classes is done through the City of Richmond's recreation registration website. You can view Richmond Potters' Club Classes and discover registration dates by visiting the City of Richmond Parks and Recreation page and following these steps:
- Navigate to General Search > Browse Activities
- View all activities first and then select
- Potter’s Club Classes can be found under: Adults > Arts Visual > Ceramics and Sculpture
- Look for the Potter’s Club Prefix in the title!
Are you doing classes for couples on Valentine’s Day?
We do not currently host special event classes.
Do you offer private workshops?
We do not currently offer private workshops.
Richmond Potters' Club Location
Classes are held in the Richmond Potters’ Club studio, located on the second floor of the Richmond Cultural Centre | Get Directions
We gratefully acknowledge the City of Richmond Grant Program for their generous support.