Class Registration Policies

Registering for Class:

  • Registration opens on our website two weeks before the start of the next session. Exact dates for registration are announced through our mailing list. Sign up to receive notifications HERE.

  • To register for a class, you must have an account with The Potters’ Studio. Create an account HERE.

  • You must register before the first day of class.

  • Payment must be received in full at time of registration.

  • Classes fill up quickly! We recommend creating an account with The Potters’ Studio before registration opens.

 Cancellation Policy:

  • The Potters’ Studio requires 48 hours’ notice before the first day of class to receive a full refund (minus a $25 dollar processing fee).

  •  All notices of cancellation must be received via email (classes@berkeleypottersstudio.org), 48 hours before the first day of class.

  •  The Potters’ Studio does not offer partial refunds.  

Class Cancellation by The Potters’ Studio:

  • If The Potters’ Studio must cancel a class for low-enrollment or any other circumstance, students will be notified as soon as possible and will be given the option to transfer to another class. If an alternative class does not work for the student, The Potters’ Studio will provide a full refund.

Membership Class Price:

  • The Potters’ Studio Members can take classes at a discounted price of $275

  • To receive the class discount, Members must retain their membership status for the duration of their class.

Make Up Classes:

  • The Potters’ Studio is not responsible for missed classes and does not offer reimbursements or make-up classes due to illness or other events beyond our control.

  • Drop-ins in alternate classes are not permitted.

Frequently Asked Questions About Our 8-Week Classes

When do our classes take place?

Classes at The Potters’ Studio are 8 week long sessions. There are 6 class sessions per year. The 2023 sessions dates are:  

Session # 1 classes - January 2 – February 25

Session #2 classes - February 27 – April 22

Session #3 classes - April 24 – June 17

Session #4 classes - June 19 – August 12

Session #5 classes - August 14 – October 7

Session #6 classes - October 9 – December 16

What ages are your classes for?

Classes are for people ages 16 and up. We do not have classes for children. 

What is included in your classes?

  • 25 lbs. of Cone 10 clay ($25 value)

  • 3 cubic feet of free firing space ($80 value)

  • Use of the studio tools and equipment

  • Storage cubby

  • Access to our studio’s twenty Cone 10 glazes

When can I use the Studio outside of class hours?

  • 1:30–5:30pm Monday through Friday

  • 1:30–5:00pm Saturday (or until last Member leaves)

  • 11:00–5:00pm Sunday (or until last Member leaves)

Do you have Scholarship opportunities?

Yes! Our Maija Williams Scholarship is for BIPOC and/or LGBTQIA+ people and especially those aged 16-21 are encouraged to apply. Scholarships are for a class or 2-month Memberships. You can re-apply and receive up to 6 classes or 12 months of Membership.

Fill out the application form or donate to our fund HERE