Fall in Rochester, NY? Take a Pottery Class!

As summer winds down, we’re excited to welcome a new season of creativity at Wheel & Slab! Our September semester of pottery classes is just around the corner, making this the perfect time to jump in if you’ve been thinking about learning pottery, meeting new people, or picking up a creative hobby. Whether you’re completely new to clay or returning to build your skills, our fall session has something for everyone.

Beginner-Friendly Pottery Classes

We specialize in helping new students feel comfortable in the studio from day one. If you’re brand new to pottery, start here:

• Pottery 100: Intro to Pottery for New Students
  A true beginner’s course—no experience necessary! You’ll explore both handbuilding and wheel throwing while learning the foundations of pottery.

• Pottery 101: Beginner Wheel 1 – Basics of Wheel Throwing
  For students who want to focus on the wheel. You’ll learn centering, pulling clay, and building confidence in shaping basic forms.

• Pottery 102: Beginner Wheel 2 – Exploring Forms and Styles
  Already comfortable with centering? This class introduces you to new techniques through historical ceramic forms like moon jars, pitchers, and more.

• Pottery 103: Beginner Wheel 3 – Dinnerware for Beginners
  Perfect for beginners ready to step up their skills. You’ll design and create a two-person dinnerware set, learning how to throw and glaze functional forms.

Make New Friends in Pottery Class

New to Rochester, NY and looking to meet people and make friends? Pottery is more than a creative outlet, it’s also a great way to build connections!

At Wheel & Slab, many of our students are new to Rochester, grad students, medical residents, or professionals who want a place to relax and make friends outside of work. Pottery classes naturally bring people together, whether you’re sharing tools, laughing about a wobbly bowl, or celebrating your first finished piece.

If you’re hoping to join a welcoming community while learning a rewarding skill, our beginner pottery classes are the perfect place to start.

Conveniently Located in Rochester, NY

Our studio is centrally located, just off the 390 expressway and minutes from neighborhoods like the South Wedge, 19th Ward, and Swillburg. We’re also easily accessible from Brighton, Henrietta, Gates, Greece, and Chili.

Students often come from nearby colleges and institutions, including RIT, MCC, the University of Rochester, and Strong Memorial Hospital. Whether you’re driving or biking, our studio is just a short trip away.

A Comfortable, Welcoming Space

Wheel & Slab Pottery Club is designed to make your creative time enjoyable and stress free. Our 8,000 square foot studio features:

• 30+ Pottery Wheels and plenty of table space for you to create

• Onsite parking & easy access (no stairs, fully accessible)

• Air-conditioned studio space for year-round comfort

• Supportive instructors & community that make pottery approachable and fun

We believe pottery should be creative, fun, social, and educational, and our studio is set up to support that.

Register for Fall Pottery Classes

Our September classes are open for registration now! Spots fill quickly, especially our beginner courses, so we recommend signing up early to reserve your space. We can’t wait to welcome both new and returning students to the studio this fall!