Mud offers numerous options to try out pottery or hone your ceramics skills.
To book a one-time private lesson or private event, please email us at mudurbanpotters@gmail.com.
If the lesson you are looking for is sold out, please contact us via email with your preferred dates to be added to the class, workshop, and/or throw down cancellation lists. All classes and workshops have an age minimum of 16+ unless otherwise specified.
7 Week Class Schedules
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Sundays 2:00-4:30pm ⋅ Oct 27 - Dec 8 ⋅ Taught by Emily
Mondays 6:30-9:00pm ⋅ Oct 28 - Dec 9 ⋅ Taught by Emily
Tuesdays 10:30am-1:00pm ⋅ Oct 29 - Dec 10 ⋅ Taught by Madde
Tuesdays 6:30-9:00pm ⋅ Oct 29 - Dec 10 ⋅ Taught by Katie
Wednesdays 3:00-5:30pm ⋅ Oct 30 - Dec 11 ⋅ Taught by Megan
Wednesdays 6:30-9:00pm ⋅ Oct 30 - Dec 11 ⋅ Taught by Melanie
Thursdays 6:30-9:00pm ⋅ Oct 31 - Dec 12 ⋅ Taught by Hanna
Fridays 10:30am-1:00pm ⋅ Nov 1 - Dec 13 ⋅ Taught by Pat
Saturdays 10:30am-1:00pm ⋅ Nov 2 - Dec 14 ⋅ Taught by Madde
Saturdays 2:00-4:30pm ⋅ Nov 2 - Dec 14 ⋅ Taught by Megan -
Fridays 2:00-4:30pm ⋅ Nov 8 - Dec 20 ⋅ Taught by Pat
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Thursdays 6:00-8:30pm ⋅ Nov 7 - Dec 19 ⋅ Taught by Madde
Friday Night Throw Down Schedules
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Friday Oct 4th ⋅ 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Friday Oct 11th ⋅ 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Friday Oct 18th ⋅ 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Friday Oct 25th ⋅ 6:30pm - 8:30pm -
Friday Nov 1st ⋅ 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Friday Nov 8th ⋅ 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Friday Nov 15th ⋅ 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Friday Nov 22nd ⋅ 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Friday Nov 29th ⋅ 6:30pm - 8:30pm -
No Throw Downs this month—sorry! But don’t worry, they’ll be back in the New Year!
Workshop Schedules
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OKTOBERFEST STEINS
Taught by Emily
Fri Oct 4th from 6:00-8:00pmKIDS MONSTER MUGS
Taught by Megan
Sat Oct 5th from 11:00am-1:00pmSLAB + PINCH POT WORKSHOP
Taught by Lili
Sat Oct 5th from 2:00-4:30pmBOOKENDS
Taught by Emily
Sat Oct 19th from 1:00-3:00pmBREAST CANCER AWARENESS MUGS
Taught by Melanie
Sun Oct 27th from 1:00-3:00pm -
HOLIDAY LUMINARY HOUSES
Taught by Madde
Sat Nov 16th from 6:30-8:30pmFAMILY WORKSHOP: HOLIDAY MUGS
Taught by Megan
Sun Nov 17th from 11:00am-1:00pmCANDLE FONDUE POTS
Taught by Emily
Sun Nov 24th from 5:30-7:30pm -
SCULPTED ORNAMENTS
Taught by Megan
Sun Dec 8th from 3:00-4:30pm
SCROLL DOWN FOR MORE INFORMATION AND TO PURCHASE!
7-Week Beginner Wheel-Throwing Courses
$420 + GST / person
Various class times available 7 days/week. | See dates + times listed at the top of this page.
A weekly 2.5 hour wheel throwing class with hands-on instruction in a group setting. You will learn the basics of wheel throwing, trimming, and glazing. At the end of the course you will have up to twelve unique creations to take home. No experience required! All materials (including clay, tools, aprons) are provided; no additional purchases necessary. Glaze and firing fees are also included in the cost of this class. Maximum class size of 9.
What to expect each week:
Week 1: Throwing
Week 2: Throwing
Week 3: Trimming
Week 4: Mini Glaze (test tiles) and Throwing
Week 5: Throwing - Last Wet Clay Day
Week 6: Trimming - Last Trimming Day
Week 7: Final Glaze Day
These waitlists have now closed, and do not carry over to future semesters. You can sign up for the newsletter at the bottom of this webpage to stay informed of future class schedules and registration days. 
7-Week Progressing Potters Wheel-Throwing Course
$420 + GST / person
Fridays from 2:00pm - 4:30pm | See dates listed at the top of this page.
This 7 week course is led by Pat (@pat_jaffray) on Friday afternoons. In this post-beginner wheel class, Pat will meet each student where they’re at, and build from each individual’s current skill level. In each class you can expect to watch a demonstration of a new form or technique, and the remainder of the class will focus on individual coaching, with impromptu demos and explanations as needed. Each week and rotation of this class will have varied demonstrations as dictated by the participants each week. Maximum class size of 8.
What’s Included:
Each participant will receive one bag of M340 clay (included) to start. Additional clay is available for purchase from mud directly, allowing students the freedom to explore the use of different clay bodies. Other materials (ie. basic tools, aprons) are provided. Glaze and firing fees are also included in the cost of this class.
Pre-Requisite: You must have completed a minimum of two multi-week wheel classes with us or have significant experience from another studio prior to enrolling in this course.
This waitlist has now closed, and does not carry over to future semesters. You can sign up for the newsletter at the bottom of this webpage to stay informed of future class schedules and registration days. 7-Week Beginner Hand Building Course
$420 + GST / person
Thursdays from 6:00pm - 8:30pm | See dates listed at the top of this page.
A weekly 2.5 hour class over 7 weeks. Learn the basics of hand-building using various techniques such as pinching, coiling, and slab-building to create unique items. No experience required! All materials (including clay, tools, aprons) are provided; no additional purchases necessary. Glaze and firing fees are also included in the cost of this class. Maximum class size of 8.
What to expect each week:
Week 1: Pinching (small pots)
Week 2: Slab Building (bowls)
Week 3: Coiling (vases)
Week 4: Templates (mugs)
Week 5: Combining Techniques (carafe and cup set)
Week 6: Combining Techniques (self-lead project)
Week 7: Glaze Day
This waitlist has now closed, and does not carry over to future semesters. You can sign up for the newsletter at the bottom of this webpage to stay informed of future class schedules and registration days. 
Friday Night Throw Downs
$180 + GST / couple
Friday Nights from 6:30pm - 8:30pm | See dates listed at the top of this page.
Bring your date, your mother, your brother, whoever you want! A one-time, 2 hour lesson for you and a throw down partner. You will each have your own wheel and tackle the basics of wheel throwing in a group. Pick two of your favourite creations at the end of your lesson, then we will finish and fire them for you. Beginner friendly. Materials are provided.
Optional: Pick a succulent or cactus from our collection, or try out the amazing candle making pop-up curated by Milk Jar for our studio! Anything you make can be made into a Milk Jar candle or be potted with a plant.
$3/ oz of coconut-soy wax $7-20/ plant
*Pieces will be available for pick up approximately 2-3 weeks later.
One FNTD Purchase = 2 Seats! Please purchase 1 per couple. This event is 18+.
All October/November FNTDs are SOLD OUT, please email us with your preferred dates to be added to the waitlists.
No FNTDs in December, sorry! Don't worry, they'll be back in the New Year!
Luminary Houses
Saturday November 16th from 6:30pm - 8:30pm
$100 + GST / Person
In this workshop, you will pinch and carve your very own translucent clay home. Once fired and illuminated, your miniature clay home will add a warm glow to your holiday décor. This workshop is beginner-friendly, though slightly challenging. Materials are provided. Taught by Madde (@maddesullivan.ceramics).
*Pieces will be available for pick up approximately 3 weeks later.
THIS WORKSHOP IS SOLD OUT, please email us to be added to the waitlist!
Family Workshop: Holiday Mugs
Sunday November 17th from 11:00am - 1:00pm
$75 + GST / Person
Join Megan (@motormouthceramics) for a fun and creative hand building workshop where kids will explore the basics of slab building and sculpting. With hands-on, step-by-step guidance, they'll shape and decorate their own unique and festive mugs! No previous clay experience required.
*Pieces will be available for pick up approximately 3 weeks later.
*For ages 8+. All children must be accompanied by an adult.
*One mug per registrant - if adults would like to create their own mug, they must register for a spot in addition to their child’s.
THIS WORKSHOP IS SOLD OUT, please email us to be added to the waitlist!
Candle-Warmed Fondue Pots
Sunday November 24th from 5:30pm - 7:30pm
$90 + GST / Person
Cozy up in this workshop guided by Emily (@ceremics.ceramics), where you'll learn techniques in hand-building to create a fondue pot that's both beautiful and practical. Whether it's for sharing melted chocolate, cheese, or other cozy treats, your custom-made fondue pot will be the warmest addition to your holiday gatherings.
*Pieces will be available for pick up approximately 2-3 weeks later.
THIS WORKSHOP IS SOLD OUT, please email us to be added to the waitlist!
Sculpted Ornaments
Sunday December 8th from 3:00pm - 4:30pm
$80 + GST / Person
Each attendee will have the chance to sculpt three unique, handcrafted ornaments of their choice. Whether you envision stars, snowflakes, and reindeers, or something entirely your own, you’ll be guided by Megan (@motormouthceramics) through the process of shaping, designing, and decorating each piece. These ornaments will make long-lasting keepsakes for years to come!
*Pieces will be available for pick up approximately 2 weeks later.
This workshop is now SOLD OUT, please email us to be added to the waitlist!
Hug Your Pot
Booked by request only.
$500 + GST (One Vase Per Pair)
Join the latest celebrity-inspired trend (like Kylie Jenner and Hailey Bieber) and create a meaningful memory. You will have 2 hours to practice hand building with clay at our studio. One of our skilled artists will throw a large vase while you work. Once the vase is ready, you and your partner will hug around the vase, leaving your unique imprints. 3-4 weeks later you will have your own custom-hugged pot to pick up.
Email us at mudurbanpotters@gmail.com to book.
