Wheel Throwing Workshop

Learn wheel thrown pottery techniques for beginners



2.5 hours

Class size 1 to 10 (public classes), 4 to 6
  $150 (Afterpay available)

Learn how to navigate the pottery wheel in this wheel-throwing Melbourne workshop!
This workshop is perfect for beginner who want to learn solid foundation skill but also wants to take something pretty home! It starts with a demonstration of how to wedge and prepare clay for the pottery wheel. You will then move onto learning the techniques required to form a cylinder, which is the base shape used in the formation of wheel-thrown ceramics.
The processes that you will learn include
  • Centring the clay
  • Lifting the walls of the pot
  • Shaping the pot
  • Cutting the pot off the wheel
You will finish the class with 4-5 items that are ready to be dried, bisque fired and glazed by us in our house glazes (colours chosen by you). The items can be collected two-four weeks after the class. This can include a one kg piece that you will get help with from your tutor (something more sizeable to take home).

Upcoming dates for Wheel Throwing Workshop

Times are Melbourne time. Dates and prices as of 13 Oct 2026, 4:31am; availability and price are confirmed live when booking on this page.

1 upcoming date between 15 Nov 2026 and 15 Nov 2026.

  • Sun 15 Nov 2026, 10am-12:30pm
What you'll get
Clay, glazes and firing for 4-5 finished wheel-thrown pots, to be collected two- four weeks after the class.
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Knowledge required
Perfect for beginners
What to bring
Bring an apron and wear closed-toe shoes.
Suitable for

This class is great for individuals and couples as well as for a date idea, team building activity, Christmas party, birthday or hens party.

This experience would also be a unique gift for her, gift for mum, Xmas gift or gift for couples.

Location

The Kiln Room - 10 Boileau St, Keysborough VIC

Wheel Throwing Workshop location
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Recent reviews of Wheel Throwing Workshop

  • 5/5 from Yvonne Roberts, attended Aug 2026: So much fun. A few laughs, a very informative class with alot of patience and guidance. Would definitely recommend this course. I am now looking to return with a longer term course.
  • 5/5 from Sheena de Silva, attended Aug 2026: What an amazing class! I ended up making 5 pieces and I can’t wait to see them glazed. I will definitely book another class!
  • 5/5 from Narelle Steckyj, attended Jun 2026: My husband and I had a fantastic time learning some basics of the wheel. Tania was patient and helpful, showing us how to centre and pull up walls. For a 2 and a half hour class, it was so full of opportunities to explore a lot of clay. At the end of it I got 4 pieces I was happy with which will be glazed and kiln fired, ready to collect in a few weeks. I recommend this class to anyone curious about wheel throwing or anyone wanting just a fun class. I’ll be buying this class as a gift for others in the future.
  • 5/5 from Melanie Pereira, attended Jun 2026: Really enjoyed the class, the teacher gave great instruction and then let us explore at our own pace. Excellent facilities, and overall a great experience. Highly recommend
  • 5/5 from Jeff Hayward, attended May 2026: Had an awesome day it was so therapeutic and relaxing to get my hands covered in clay again
  • 5/5 from Lachlan Wilson, attended Mar 2026: Great class as a first timer - was challenging but very fun. The class was small, which made it relaxed and hands-on, and the teacher was excellent—patient and clear in their guidance. The studio had a great atmosphere, and overall it was a really enjoyable experience I’d happily do again.
  • 5/5 from Jen Fisher, attended Nov 2025: Had a very fun afternoon playing in clay. Learnt the basics and was guided and encouraged to feel comfortable with my 4 items I created. The vibe is very chill and laid back, highly recommend if you don’t mind getting your hands dirty, have a little patience and enjoy having some imperfect keepsakes, this is for you.
  • 5/5 from Christine Bitomsky, attended Nov 2025: Really enjoyed the workshop, the teacher was very helpful and fixed all my stuff ups. I made 5 small pieces and a vase. Look forward to picking them up in about 3 weeks when they have been coloured & fired.
  • 5/5 from Leanne Taylor, attended Nov 2025: What a great workshop! I managed to make four items and look forward to seeing the end result. We were guided and well looked after from start to finish. I’ll definitely be back to learn more.
  • 5/5 from Kylie Afford, attended Oct 2025: It was so much fun, the people there were so kind and nice by letting keep the pots we made
  • 5/5 from Gloria Campbell-McLean, attended Aug 2025: My daughter and I had a fabulous time. The teacher was super knowledgeable and explained the steps in such an easy to follow manner. I’m very happy to recommend the workshop
  • 5/5 from Millie Dunshea, attended Jul 2025: Really enjoyable session that felt like good value for money. Looking forward to getting our pieces back
  • 5/5 from Jarryd Korevaar, attended Apr 2025: Great class. Fun for a date idea or even just to learn. Highly recommend
  • 5/5 from Jennifer Foley, attended Mar 2025: Had a wholesome afternoon with a group of friends learning the basics of wheel throwing. Was gifted this experience for my birthday and it was so nice to learn a new skill, slow down and just immerse in the process. The 2.5 hours flew by and before we knew it the time was up which we were all sad about. Our ceramicist tutor was amazing, very calm and guided us beginners, helping us make four vessels which we can be proud of. Look forward to doing another class soon.
  • 5/5 from Dawn Grikis, attended Mar 2025: Really loved it. Very calm and engaging pottery instructor. Thank you
  • 5/5 from Emma Pryce-Baxter, attended Feb 2025: Tania was great at clearly explaining and demonstrating the process. It was my first time wheel throwing and felt I learnt a huge amount in just the one workshop. Also created pots I won’t be too ashamed at using! I will definitely return to do her classes.
  • 5/5 from Caroline Hoegl, attended Feb 2025: We really enjoyed this class with Tania. We loved how hands on it was being able to dive straight in after a few examples. Highly recommend - great fun!
  • 5/5 from Andrea Daly, attended Dec 2024: Absolutely loved it - friendly, informative, messy and fun Have signed up for an 8 week course in January and am looking for a secondhand wheel already
  • 5/5 from Kaliska Hadley, attended Dec 2024: Mika the teacher was amazing. well paced with good advice
  • 5/5 from Lynne Venning, attended Oct 2024: Absolutely fantastic experience. Tania is such a great teacher guiding beginners through the wheel throwing steps and tips and helped each person when needed. Really happy with what I leaned and was able to achieve.
  • 5/5 from Anonymised ClassBento customer, attended Oct 2024: I really enjoyed the class, even though I was a bit late. The teacher was lovely and gave good instructions. It was a nice space.
  • 5/5 from Kaea Horomona, attended Aug 2024: Came just for the experience and thoroughly enjoyed it the teacher was very encouraging and helpful. Place was easy to find, clean and spacious, you were provided the tools. 100 percent recommend for beginners or for just a bit of fun the atmosphere was laid back and easy worth the price
  • 5/5 from Michelle Curren, attended Jun 2024: Tania is a great teacher, very friendly and approachable. Had a great time learning something new.
  • 5/5 from Michael Todd, attended May 2024: Tania ran a brilliant class, I recieved a workshop voucher for my birthday and had never done wheel throwing before, I felt so welcomed and the group was encouraged to get to know one another and socialise. The studio is beautiful and materials provided were all very good quality. I love how easy Tania made it look, she worked with us and only helped when asked to let us really have a go, she cheered on every piece we created even if it wasn't perfect. I can't wait to pick up my pieces after firing and am interested in joining an ongoing class. It is very good value and would love to bring my mum and sister next time.
  • 5/5 from Chukwuemeka, attended Feb 2024: It was a fantastic session, we had great fun. I need more classes to boost my confidence but in general great effort
  • 5/5 from Vivian Ibeh, attended Feb 2024: I absolutely loved the class; it ignited my desire to pursue more lessons. Loved it
  • 5/5 from Colette Keenan, attended Jan 2024: Fantastic! Absolutely loved it, great teacher. Gift for hubby and we both thoroughly enjoyed it.
  • 5/5 from Sharon Mitchell, attended Dec 2023: Fantastic class. Our instructor Tina was friendly and helpful through the class. We enjoyed the hands on wheel throwing class very much!
  • 5/5 from Michael Toghill, attended Dec 2023: I thoroughly enjoyed the experience. The teacher was very open and friendly from the beginning and willing to give personal tips and assistance where needed. The group itself was small, allowing for a more intimate experience both educational and social.
  • 5/5 from Chloe Samarakoon, attended Oct 2023: Excellent class for beginners and to have fun, highly recommended. Great set-up for small classes
  • 5/5 from Sarah Ward, attended Oct 2023: A great class with a superb teacher. Excellent intro to pottery in a cosy laid back studio - got to learn but mainly got to have fun and get lost in the joy. Would absolutely do again!
  • 5/5 from Anonymised ClassBento customer, attended Oct 2023: Great beginner's class! The teacher was lovely and so helpful to a complete newbie.
  • 5/5 from Federico Reinfeld, attended Oct 2023: Really good workshop. Enjoyed it. Time went fast but explanation was good. Also you get to take home your pieces
  • 5/5 from Perla Garces, attended Sep 2023: I love the teacher, very friendly great time, great group looking forward to see my craft Thank you Perla
  • 5/5 from Tracey Murphy-Sansom, attended Aug 2023: The teacher was amazing patient, helpful and encouraging. Amazing space to be creative and everything you need was supplied definitely have recommended it to people.
  • 5/5 from Kirsty Back, attended Aug 2023: Lovely, patient teacher. Welcoming studio. Great intro class. The experience was so fun that I'll be coming again! I can't wait to see my slightly wonky creations.
  • 5/5 from Tina Lee, attended Aug 2023: Amazing Class Lovely, helpful teacher. Beautiful setting, definitely value for money. Can't wait to do it again, next time with my daughter, she's going to love it.
  • 5/5 from Alexandra Acosta, attended Aug 2023: Tania was an amazing patient teacher. It was a small group which allowed us to have support. It was tricky to learn but we loved the experience. Thanks so much and highly recommend it. Alex
  • 4/5 from Dawn Markowitsch, attended Aug 2023: Our teacher Tanya was friendly & helpful, the wheels & equipment are all set out well. We learnt a lot in the 2 hours & it went very quickly. Really lovely little studio
  • 5/5 from Kat Peters, attended May 2023: Fantastic workshop with a lovely and supportive teacher. Highly recommend and will definitely be back to make some more pieces.
  • 5/5 from Amanda White, attended May 2023: What a fantastic experience - had not tried this before, but it was so much fun. The teacher was super supportive, explained everything, we learnt so much cannot wait to go back!
  • 5/5 from Samantha Bond, attended May 2023: Great value, teacher was a great communicator and the studio was a wonderful space. Teacher was super generous with time and information about the process. Choice to use many clay and glaze types.
  • 5/5 from Chris Forrest, attended May 2023: The class was great, everything we needed was provided and the teacher was great. It was a great mothers day present
  • 5/5 from Anthea Argent, attended Mar 2023: I had a great time learning new skills and connecting with the clay. Two and a half hours flew. I’m looking forward to learning more!
  • 5/5 from Jodie Dahlstrom, attended Mar 2023: Had a wonderfully relaxed time learning to throw clay. Teaching was the right amount of instruction and right amount of experimentation. Highly recommend
  • 5/5 from Miranda Whitten, attended Mar 2023: Close to home Friendly teacher Instructions and direction and support v good Great fun for a weekend class
  • 5/5 from Louise Doubleday, attended Mar 2023: Exceeded expectations. Thoroughly enjoyable class with a great teacher. Enjoyed it so much we signed up for a regular class. Thanks for a great morning Tania.
  • 5/5 from Amanda Henriquez, attended Feb 2023: Such a fantastic experience! Tania was amazing, studio is clean and easy to get to. It was awesome to be in such a friendly and happy environment, especially for a first experience. I would highly recommend any workshop that Jumping Creek offers
  • 5/5 from Amanda, attended Feb 2023: Totally loved this class as a beginner that had never tried wheel throwing before! The class gave just the right amount of info with the freedom to explore and have a go!
  • 5/5 from Patricia Dowe, attended Feb 2023: Teacher was awesome and very patient with my inabilities to do certain things-old age! I thouroghly enjoyed the afternoon.
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Jumping Creek Designs
Jumping Creek Designs

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A young Naarm/Melbourne based ceramics studio that is a space for aspiring, novice and intermediate potters to create, learn, play, experiment and experience the joy and therapeutic benefits of working with your hands and creating forms through shaping, squeezing, pushing, pulling, rolling and pinching beautiful clay. Run by a bubbly, cheerful, passionate Melbourne girl, Tania Paradkar!
What we offer:
  • Two and a half hour wheel throwing "taster" course
  • Kids classes and workshops
  • Themed parties - Birthday parties, Hen's Parties, Corporate functions and more
  • Full day workshops - including 'Built A Pot For a Plant', Jewelry Making, Mask Masking and more
  • Eight-week wheel throwing classes
  • Eight-week wheel throwing and hand building classes

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