Kids Summer Program
As AI advances and tasks continue to be automated, the hard work of imagination and learning is worth our time and effort. Instead of asking “will this be on the tests”, we explore "what’s possible?" Imagination is a skill and it requires effort. Pottery offers students a chance to slow down and connect through this hands-on experience. This program provides learning and creativity beyond traditional classroom, helping students transform their imagination, ideas, and emotions into beautiful, tangible art.
What Students Experience:
Wheel-throwing and hand building from our professional team
Small class setting with personalized coaching and peer support
Creative identity development through self-expression and exploration
Program Outcomes:
Students complete the program with at least four finished, glazed pieces and newfound confidence on their creative journey. They develop skills as both independent artists and generous collaborators through peer-support, building lasting friendships through shared experiences.
At the end of the cohort, parents and family members are invited to celebrate with an exhibition of finished work (gallery show) and sharing from your students.
What you’ll learn:
For beginners: learn the basic wheel throwing and hand building skills from a lump of clay to finished fired pieces such as cups and bowl, and explore different decorating techniques to add personalized style to your work.
For students with previous experience: explore closed forms such as lidded jars and vases and independent studies such as sculptures and altered forms, and explore different decorating techniques to add personalized style to your work.
- Wedging clay
- Wheel basics
- Throwing foundational forms that can lead to mugs, bowls, vases and plates
- Trimming
- Handles and lids
- Decorating
- Glazing
Duration:
Meet twice a week for 4 weeks.
Tuesday and Thursday Morning from 9:00am - 12pm.
Experience & Requirements:
- Age 11-18 (entering 6th – 12th grade)
- No previous experience required
Class Size
Up to 12 kids
What’s provided:
- Unlimited clay to use during class
- 16in x 15in personal shelf space
- Use of studio tools, glazes and underglaze
Drop Off & Pickup Times
8:45 – 9 AM Drop Off
12:00 – 12:15PM Pick Up
Register for upcoming kids classes & camps
Cancelation & Refund Policy
Cancellations processed at least two week (14 days) before camp begins receive
a 50% refund less a $25 processing fee. No refunds are issued for cancellations
less than 13 days before the first day of the scheduled camp. The first
switch from one camp to another does not incur a fee. No refunds or pro-rating for missed days. Enrollment fees cannot be carried into subsequent terms.
If the minimum registration for a camp is not met, Throw & Build reserves the
right to cancel the program, and either move participants to another camp or
refund for full payment.
Info & Policy
Drop Off & Pick Up Times
Drop off 15 min before class or camp
Pick up 15 min after class or camp
Participation waiver Forms
Please be sure to fill out these forms completely and bring them to the first day of camp. The three forms are included in one document: Emergency Information form, and a General Release form.
What to Wear.
Students should wear clothes that can get messy and closed-toe shoes (sneakers or Crocs are great; no flip-flops or sandals).
Completed Projects Pickup
Your student is encouraged to create several projects throughout the classes or camps.
Completed projects are ready for pick up approximately 2 to 4 weeks after the program ends. You will be notified by email when the work is ready to be picked up.
Please note: due to the nature of clay, We cannot be responsible for any damage tod work caused by construction or the firing or glazing processes.
