Intermediate Wheel Throwing - 8-Week Course
at ClearWater Ceramics Center: Registration Opens Jan. 1, 2026
DATES: Thursdays, March 5 – April 30; register by March 1 (No class March 12)
TIME: 6:00 – 8:30 PM
REGISTRATION CUTOFF: Register by March 1
NOTE: This posting stays up until Start Date of the Class Session (03/05/2026). If you cannot enroll online due to Registration Cutoff, please call*, and a staff person may be able to help, if the class is not filled; or put you on a wait list for a future class. Future Class Sessions listed below at bottom.
AGES: 16 & up
FEE: $200.00 per session ($256.00 non-resident)
ENROLLMENT LIMITS: Min 6; Max 10.
Additional Upcoming Courses of this Class (Registration opens 01/01/26):
May 7 – June 25; register by May 3
CLASS DESCRIPTION:
Intermediate Wheel Throwing at ClearWater Ceramics Center
Designed for students who have completed at least one beginner wheel class and are comfortable centering clay, pulling walls, and creating basic forms on the wheel. This course helps students take the next step in their pottery journey by refining technique, building consistency, and exploring more complex forms and concepts.
Project Areas: Throughout the 8-week session, students will have the option to explore a variety of guided project prompts. You’re welcome to focus on one area in depth or explore multiple prompts based on your interests and personal goals:
Throwing Large: Learn how to center and throw larger amounts of clay and explore techniques for assembling multi-part forms.
Mastering the Mechanics: Work through your individual sticking points. We’ll identify where you’re struggling and help you strengthen those areas to expand your skillset and confidence at the wheel.
Form and Function: Create unique, purposeful pieces such as teapots or thrown lamps—projects that blend creative form with everyday utility.
Wheel to Table: Design and create your own 16-piece dinnerware set. This path focuses on refining form, practicing repetition, and producing a cohesive collection of functional wares.
Each class includes instructor-led demonstrations, individualized guidance, and access to scheduled Open Studio time for self-directed practice.
Whether you’re working to improve your technique or explore new forms, this class offers the structure and flexibility to help you grow as a potter.
Registration can be done on-site at the Ceramics Center, the ClearWater Main Building, or other Parks & Recs Centers; online via https://secure.rec1.com/NC/concord-nc/catalog (click ‘Arts’ and then ‘Ceramics Center’); OR over the phone.
*If you need help, call either the Parks & Rec Dept at (704) 920-5600, OR ClearWater Ceramics Office at (704) 920-6604 (Voicemails will get callbacks).
*You must create an account on the City Of Concord Civic Rec software platform for the Parks & Recreation department 🏃🧑🦽🏋️ … Your account can then be used for all future registrations for any ClearWater Arts program or Event Rental, and/ or any other City of Concord Parks & Recreation activities. 😃
(please note, Cabarrus County Parks and Recreation is a different organization which also uses the Civic Rec Platform. To register for our programs, please be sure you are viewing the City of Concord, NC Civic Rec platform.)
