Pottery Classes for Kids and Teens
Unleash your child’s creativity with our exciting Afterschool Children’s and Teen Pottery Classes. Located in the heart of Greenwich Village NYC, Greenwich House Pottery offers children and teens a welcoming and inspiring environment where young artists can explore, create, and express themselves through clay. Our dedicated instructors are not just teachers; they’re mentors who guide young minds through the magical journey of pottery making. From molding and shaping to glazing and firing, our classes cover it all, catering to beginners and budding artists alike.
AFTERSCHOOL CLASSES FOR CHILDREN
We are excited to be partnering with Village Kids to offer after-school programming for the 2024-25 academic year. Village Kids (a non-profit community based organization founded by PS 3 parents) will be offering afterschool classes on the 5th floor at 27 Barrow St. As a part of that programming, the following classes will be offered as a walk-over program at 16 Jones St. from 3:55-5:25 p.m. (Children must be dropped off at 27 Barrow, they will travel to and from 16 Jones St. as a group. Dismissal is from Jones St.)
Class options follow:
Pottery 1 (Grades K-2) with Leah Floyd
Explore your creativity through clay in this beginner class. Students learn the basic hand-building and sculpture techniques plus how to paint and glaze their own pottery.
Pottery 2 (Grades 2-4) with Grace Fossett
Students will create work using a variety of hand-building techniques and will be asked to work both independently and as a group.
Pottery 3 (Grades 5-7) with Julie Knight
Pottery 3 is for students with prior experience who are sincerely interested in refining their pottery skills. This class encourages independent projects and introduces working on the wheel.
Parents who are not already enrolled with Village kids should visit www.villagekidsnyc.org for details and to connect with Village Kids:
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| Village Kids Pottery Class Inquiry |
CALENDAR
Children’s classes at 16 Jones Street will take place throughout the remainder of the academic year in a single session:
Spring term
January 6 through May 19 (16 meetings; classes do not meet on 1/20, 2/17, 3/31, 4/14, 5/26)
POTTERY CLASSES FOR TEENS
We will also offer our own programming on Monday afternoons for teenage students at 16 Jones Street. This weekly course offers teens a complete overview of the potter’s wheel and glazing. All firing and materials are included and tools are provided. The class is open to all skill levels, ages 12-17. Classes take place at 16 Jones St. Students meet with their instructor Mondays 3:30-5:30 p.m. Teens will arrive on their own and self-dismiss after class.
Registration for Teen Wheel will is now open! Explore classes below:
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| Winter Session: Teen Wheel Class |
CALENDAR
Teen classes at 16 Jones Street will take place throughout the remainder of the academic year in 2 sessions:
Winter term
January 6 through March 24 (10 meetings; classes do not meet on MLK Day 1/20 nor on Presidents’ Day 2/17)
Registration is now open.
Spring term
April 7 through June 16 (8 meetings; classes do not meet on Memorial Day 5/26)
Registration opens March 10.
Why choose Greenwich House kids pottery classes?
- Hands-On Learning: Our classes focus on hands-on experiences, allowing kids and teens to dive deep into the world of pottery with guidance from skilled instructors.
- Creativity Unleashed: Watch as your child’s imagination comes to life! Our classes encourage creative expression and problem-solving skills through the art of pottery.
- Safe and Supportive Environment: We prioritize safety and create a supportive atmosphere where every child feels empowered to explore and experiment.
- Fun and Friendship: Pottery isn’t just about making art—it’s about forging friendships and creating memories that last a lifetime.
Join us at Greenwich House to begin your child’s pottery journey! Register now to secure a spot in our upcoming classes. Let’s shape something beautiful together!