Bareclay Studio

Bareclay offers several types of classes at the moment. Currently class options are one day each week, for three weeks (evening & daytime). There are date night classes for two and a one time sampler class. Plus, if you've already been to a class there's the option to book an open studio. Which is a spot to come and create. You can also rent out the studio for small groups. I booked my wife a one off Sunday class. Unfortunately, something came up and she was unable to attend so I went in her space. I am glad that I went it was a delightful way to spend a Sunday! The try-it class fee includes one fired & glazed finished piece. (There is the option to purchase other creations as well.)The instructor for the one off Sunday class was great. They explained and showed the process we would take before giving us space to create at our own stations. The showing was great for me as I am the type of person who learns by doing so being able to see the wheel in action, see the movements that change the shape of the clay, and the tools that were going to be used set me up for success when it comes to (attempting) to create on the wheel.Each station had a wheel, many sections of pre-cut ready to be thrown clay, water, tools that could be used, and a posted reminder of the process of creation. (I appreciated this as it gave me something to refer to as I was attempting to create a masterpiece!) During the class time the instructor was walking about offering help, and sharing tips to aid in the creation of our pieces. After creation, you help clean up your station, and choose the glaze color for your creation. Glaze options were blue, green, and red. At the time of this class the turn around time from creation to glazed, fired, and ready to be picked up was four weeks from the class date. ------Previous to this class I hadn't used a wheel in well over 25 years. (And that was only once or twice in art classes in elementary and middle! So nothing that would give me considerable skills.) I am planning on booking one of the couple classes so that the wife and I can create together. All in all, I highly recommend checking out the offerings at Bareclay and booking a class if you are able! Nice space to try out something new or to get back into something you enjoyed in a comfortable and friendly environment.

My Fiancé and I went here for a date night. 1.5 hours that was essentially a private lesson when the other couples didn't show. I have never done this, but was given plenty of tips and tricks. The worker with us was willing to do the transfer from the wheel stone to the finished plate. I thoroughly enjoyed this and am bring my family back in a few weeks for a private class.

I signed up for a three session class and wow it was so much fun. Lisa has flexible times available for classes so there really is something for everyone. You can find them all on the site, but I think its like AM/PM Mondays, Thursdays, and even some classes on Saturday mornings! The session I took was Thursdays (three consecutive weeks) from 6-7:30. The timing was perfect because I was still able to make it after work. Each day focuses on a different activity (throwing, hand crafting, and glazing). All of it truly is a blast. It is A LOT harder than it looks to throw, but Lisa and all the other teachers there were so helpful and able to answer any questions. I had a different instructor for each class (Lisa, Brittany, and Tina) and they were all so kind and helpful. You don't feel out of place or awkward at all. Additionally they are really supportive of the pieces you make, even if they are uggo globs of clay that kind of resemble a bowl, haha. I think the classes are truly worth the value and I hope to sign up for another round soon!

The three week course was informative and fun. We signed up online as a group of 7. The first class we learned how to use the wheel and create up to three bowls. The class time went fast, I guess it's true what they say, time flies when you're having fun. The second class we made alterations or started a base of glaze. The last class we applied glaze to our pottery. I'm looking forward to see how the pottery turns out.

Loved my experience, learned a lot and the staff was awesome! The try it class was laid back and very fun; so much that I took a three day course. I liked it so much that I am looking forward to trying other classes. The date night looks interesting.

This is a fun weeknight activity. However, I think it's overpriced for the value. Each session felt extremely rushed. I think classes need to be extended an extra hour or the price needs to be lowered.

Awesome instructor- so much fun! Highly recommend the classes. Great with kids, good cleanliness and distancing.

We had a birthday party for our 5 year old at Bare Clay. The kids had a hand-building class with Tina who was amazing with the young group. We had a great time. Thanks Bareclay!