A relaxing tactile experience
Whether you’re looking to experience clay for the first time or are seeking a fun filled creative activity — our Experience Classes offer hands-on learning for a variety of student types, abilities, and interests. Be it a themed class like Date Night With Clay, a privately scheduled business retreat, or a family and friend get together — no matter the group type, in two hours, you’ll discover a creative outlet sure to bring a relaxing tactile experience.
Experience classes are 2 hour classes that meet once. Students can expect to make a project during their class, which we will then glaze and fire. Pieces made in Experience Classes are typically ready for pick up two weeks after their event.
Summer 2026 Classes
Dirty Date Night; August 21st
August 21st, Friday, 6-8 PM
Looking for a date night that’s muddy, fun, and results in a handmade pot of your very own!? Join us at The Bray for a couples throwing night that’s sure to energize any relationship. Romance NOT required, bring your partner, spouse, or friend to this crash course on the wheel. Ages 18+
Class Full / SOLD OUT
Email education@archiebray.org to be placed on the waitlist or check out another of our Experience Classes for a fun time!
Coffee and Clay; August 22nd
August 22nd, Saturday, 10AM-12PM
Develop your wheel-throwing skills while creating your very own functional coffee mug and connecting with good company. BYO coffee, pastries, and other snacks are welcome! Ages 16+
Class Full / SOLD OUT
Email education@archiebray.org to be placed on the waitlist or check out another of our Experience Classes for a fun time!
Dirty Date Night; August 27th
August 27th, Thursday, 6-8 PM
Looking for a date night that’s muddy, fun, and results in a handmade pot of your very own!? Join us at The Bray for a couples throwing night that’s sure to energize any relationship. Romance NOT required, bring your partner, spouse, or friend to this crash course on the wheel. Ages 18+
$58 per person
Fall 2026 Classes
Bray Clay Throwdown; August 28th
August 28th, Friday, 6-8 PM
Test your skills, push your creative limits and try your hand at the pottery wheel in this energy filled clay class at The Bray. We won’t judge the results but we do except a good time to be had by all! Ages 16+
$58 per person
Coffee and Clay; September 5th
September 5th, Saturday, 10AM-12PM
Develop your wheel-throwing skills while creating your very own functional coffee mug and connecting with good company. BYO coffee, pastries, and other snacks are welcome! Ages 16+
$58 per person
Dirty Date Night; September 24th
September 24th, Thursday, 6-8pm
Looking for a date night that’s muddy, fun, and results in a handmade pot of your very own!? Join us at The Bray for a couples throwing night that’s sure to energize any relationship. Romance NOT required, bring your partner, spouse, or friend to this crash course on the wheel. Ages 18+
$58 per person
Game On; September 25th
September 25th, Friday, 6-8 PM
Game on! In this play filled handbuilding class, students will design and create their own customized ceramic board game pieces. Led by our Classroom and Studio Facilitator, and fellow board game enthusiast, this class blends creativity, clay, and a love of play. Ages 16+
$58 per person
Ghoul Times in Clay; October 23rd
October 23rd, Friday, 6-8PM
Get festive and a little spooky in this hands-on clay class just in time for Halloween! Conjure up your very own clay creations as you explore handbuilding techniques alongside friends and fellow makers. A fun and creative way to celebrate the season. Costumes encouraged! Ages 16+
$58 per person
Game On- Family Edition; October 24th
October 24th, Saturday, 2-4PM
Game on! In this playful, family-friendly hand building class, parents and kids (ages 8-15) work side by side to design and create customized ceramic board game pieces. Led by our Classroom and Studio Facilitator, and fellow board game enthusiast, this class encourages creativity, collaboration, and shared problem-solving through clay. A fun, hands-on experience to share with one another. Ages 8+
$58 per person
Dirty Date Night; November 5th
November 5th, Thursday, 6-8pm
Looking for a date night that’s muddy, fun, and results in a handmade pot of your very own!? Join us at The Bray for a couples throwing night that’s sure to energize any relationship. Romance NOT required, bring your partner, spouse, or friend to this crash course on the wheel. Ages 18+
$58 per person
Register Here Beginning September 22nd!
Dirty Date Night; November 19th
November 19th, Thursday, 6-8pm
Looking for a date night that’s muddy, fun, and results in a handmade pot of your very own!? Join us at The Bray for a couples throwing night that’s sure to energize any relationship. Romance NOT required, bring your partner, spouse, or friend to this crash course on the wheel. Ages 18+
$58 per person
Register Here Beginning September 22nd!
Wheel Thrown Bowls; November 20th
November 20th, Friday, 6-8 PM
Ready to learn a new skill while making something unique for your kitchen? Have wheel experience and want to expand your technique? Wheel Thrown Bowls is just the class for you! Ages 16+
$58 per person
Register Here Beginning September 22nd!
Costs and Options
Our Experience Classes are $58 per student which includes instructional time, supplies, and all material and firing costs. If you are unable to pick up your pieces and need them shipped, shipping is available (fees apply).
If you're a nonprofit or school group, please check out our Engagement Programming for discounted rates and tailormade programs!
Types of Experiences:
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Handbuilding
Create a bowl, cup, mug, plate, vase, or sculptural item in a Handbuilding Experience Class! Your instructor will give you step by step guidance so you're sure to have a good time and go home (after the processing period) with a fully functional or decorative piece of art!
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Wheel Throwing
Less about product and more about process, a Wheel Throwing Experience class is a great way to discover what the pottery wheel has to offer. This experience requires an open mind and a good attitude as the wheel is harder than it looks, but is oh so much fun!
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Tailor-Made
Customize an experience that meets your class or groups objectives!
- Tailor an experience class to align with student curriculum or special subjects in your classroom
- Example: Creating habitats out of clay!
- Tailor an experience to build teambuilding and communication
- Example: A two-person wheel throwing experience!
- And so much more
- work with our Education Manager to develop an experience that's right for you! education@archiebray.org
- To schedule your group (of 6 or more), please email us with your desired date, time, and any special accommodations.
- A minimum of 2 weeks advance notice is required.
- Tailor an experience class to align with student curriculum or special subjects in your classroom
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FAQ
No - our Experience Classes are a great way to experience clay for the first time!
Yourself and some clothes you don't mind getting dirty (although everything we'll use will come out in the wash).
All classes are located on the main floor of the Frances Senska Center for Education and Engagement, # 8 on the Bray_Map
Parking is available in front of the main offices and between the Education and Research Facility and the Warehouse Gallery.
