Private Ceramics Classes at Greenwich House Pottery

Build a memorable, hands-on experience for your private ceramics class, small group party, or team-building event at our Manhattan studios. Let one of our talented teaching artists lead a 2-hour lesson on the pottery wheel or create a hand-built project with you and your group. We ask for at least two weeks’ notice prior to your event in order to book studio space and faculty members.

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Complete the interest form below to start the booking process.

Individual Ceramics Classes 

Lessons for one individual include 1-on-1 hands on instruction to provide the basics of working with clay and to introduce the necessary techniques to complete a wheel-throwing, handbuilding, or slip-casting project. Whether you want a deep dive into a specific topic or technique, artistic mentorship, or help with accomplishing a special project, let us know your goals and we will pair you with the right instructor to help you achieve your vision. Please complete the inquiry form below.  

What’s Included?

All tools and materials are provided. Participants will pick a glaze from our in-house selection during their lesson, which Pottery staff will apply after the first firing.  While clay materials are washable, we recommend that participants dress for mess. Finished work will be ready for pick-up approximately 3 weeks after the event. 

The event fees below allow each participant to make and fire one piece from their event. Additional pieces are $10 each. 

Groups are welcome to bring food or beverages. Book 5 or more private events or individual lessons for a 10% discount.  

1 person: $245 (2-hour private lesson)
2 people: $310
3-5 people: $820
6-9 people: $1500
10-15 (1 studio, handbuilding only): $2200
10-20 group (2 studios): $2835
20+: Contact for pricing 

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Private Lesson/Event Cancellation and Refund Policies 

Payment in-full is required to confirm your private lesson booking. 50% of your payment is considered a non-refundable deposit. 

Cancellations made at least 24 hours in advance of their lesson may receive a 50% refund, not inclusive of the deposit. 

No-shows or cancellations made within 24 –hours of the event are not eligible for a refund. 

Those who need to reschedule their lesson or event must request to do so at least a week in advance in order to coordinate faculty members and classroom availability. Please note that due to the intricacies of our scheduling process, we may not be able to accommodate all switches.