Wheel Throwing for Beginners — A Mindful Ceramics Experience in Miami
4 weeks · Wednesdays 7PM · Starting May 13, 2026
Discover one of the most grounding creative practices available — wheel throwing pottery. This beginner-friendly, small-group workshop in Miami is designed for anyone looking to slow down, disconnect from screens, and reconnect with something real.
Over four Wednesday evenings at El Studio (Miami), you'll learn the foundational skills of wheel throwing: centering clay, pulling walls, trimming, and glazing your finished pieces. But more than technique, you'll experience the meditative rhythm of working with your hands — a proven way to reduce stress, quiet the mind, and build presence.
Pottery is mindfulness in motion. Studies show that creative, tactile practices lower cortisol, support emotional regulation, and improve focus. Whether you're navigating burnout, looking for a screen-free hobby, or simply craving a weekly ritual that's just for you — this is it.
What you'll gain:
Core wheel throwing skills (centering, pulling, trimming, glazing)
A consistent weekly mindfulness and creative practice
A small, supportive community of fellow beginners
Handmade ceramic pieces to take home
Perfect for: beginners, burnout recovery, stress relief, mindfulness seekers, creative wellness, date nights, solo self-care, Miami locals looking for unique wellness experiences
What’s Included:
4 guided sessions with a small group
All clay, materials, tools, and firings included
Step-by-step instruction with individual guidance so you can learn the basics of wheel throwing
Access to our studio during open studio time for the duration of your workshop (4 weeks)
Unlimited Coffee or Tea.
Schedule (Wednesdays only)
May 13 — Introduction to Wheel Throwing, preparing the clay, Centering on the wheel
May 20 — Throwing simple shapes
May 27 — Trimming & Finishing Forms
June 3 — Glazing Your Pieces
Location
El Studio, by OCISLY Ceramics
5400 NE 4th Court, Miami
Please park in the unmarked spots in our lot (pay to park) and enter through the double doors before the spiral staircase.
Cost: $340
Includes all materials, tools, firings, and instruction
Please sign up with an email you actively check.
The Aftermath — Please be patient, pottery takes time! Your pieces take approximately 6 weeks to process. Please do not contact us before then — we're a small team doing our best. You'll receive a pickup email once your pieces are ready. Make sure you sign up with an email you actively check.
If you're unable to pick up your pieces on the final day, we'll hold them in the studio for one month.
Cancellations & Attendance — Cancellations must be submitted via email to ocislyceramics@gmail.com at least 48 hours before your first class. No refunds for no-shows or late cancellations. This is a multi-week course — there are no reschedules for missed modules. If you can't attend a session, it is your responsibility as a student to keep up with the coursework and use Open Studio hours to practice and catch up. Please only sign up if you can commit to the full schedule.
Wheel Throwing for Beginners — A Mindful Ceramics Experience in Miami
4 weeks · Wednesdays 7PM · Starting May 13, 2026
Discover one of the most grounding creative practices available — wheel throwing pottery. This beginner-friendly, small-group workshop in Miami is designed for anyone looking to slow down, disconnect from screens, and reconnect with something real.
Over four Wednesday evenings at El Studio (Miami), you'll learn the foundational skills of wheel throwing: centering clay, pulling walls, trimming, and glazing your finished pieces. But more than technique, you'll experience the meditative rhythm of working with your hands — a proven way to reduce stress, quiet the mind, and build presence.
Pottery is mindfulness in motion. Studies show that creative, tactile practices lower cortisol, support emotional regulation, and improve focus. Whether you're navigating burnout, looking for a screen-free hobby, or simply craving a weekly ritual that's just for you — this is it.
What you'll gain:
Core wheel throwing skills (centering, pulling, trimming, glazing)
A consistent weekly mindfulness and creative practice
A small, supportive community of fellow beginners
Handmade ceramic pieces to take home
Perfect for: beginners, burnout recovery, stress relief, mindfulness seekers, creative wellness, date nights, solo self-care, Miami locals looking for unique wellness experiences
What’s Included:
4 guided sessions with a small group
All clay, materials, tools, and firings included
Step-by-step instruction with individual guidance so you can learn the basics of wheel throwing
Access to our studio during open studio time for the duration of your workshop (4 weeks)
Schedule (Wednesdays only)
May 13 — Introduction to Wheel Throwing, preparing the clay, Centering on the wheel
May 20 — Throwing simple shapes
May 27 — Trimming & Finishing Forms
June 3 — Glazing Your Pieces
Location
El Studio, by OCISLY Ceramics
5400 NE 4th Court, Miami
Please park in the unmarked spots in our lot (pay to park) and enter through the double doors.
Cost: $340
Includes all materials, tools, firings, and instruction
Please sign up with an email you actively check.
The Aftermath — Please be patient, pottery takes time! Your pieces take approximately 6 weeks to process. Please do not contact us before then — we're a small team doing our best. You'll receive a pickup email once your pieces are ready. Make sure you sign up with an email you actively check.
Cancellations & Attendance Cancellations must be submitted via email to ocislyceramics@gmail.com at least 48 hours before your first class. No refunds for no-shows or late cancellations.
This is a multi-week course — there are no reschedules for missed modules. If you can't attend a session, it is your responsibility as a student to keep up with the coursework and use Open Studio hours to practice and catch up. Please only sign up if you can commit to the full schedule.
If you're unable to pick up your pieces on the final day, we'll hold them in the studio for one month.