Wheel Throwing for Beginners — A Mindful Ceramics Experience in Miami
4 weeks · Wednesdays 7PM to 9PM ·
Starting September 2nd, 2026 - Only 6 seats per session
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 (just 6 students per group)
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 in a small group of 6 — every student gets their own wheel
All clay, materials, tools, and unlimited firings included — no extra fees
Step-by-step instruction with individual guidance so you can learn the basics of wheel throwing
Tuesday Night Office Hours (Open Studio) with your instructor — drop in for extra practice, questions, and one-on-one help
Schedule (Wednesdays, 7PM to 9PM)
September 2 — Introduction to Wheel Throwing, preparing the clay, centering on the wheel
September 9 — Throwing simple shapes
September 16 — Trimming & finishing forms
September 23 — Glazing your pieces
Tuesday Night Office Hours from 6:30pm to 8:30pm (optional, included) - September 8, 15, 22 — practice on the wheel with your instructor on hand
Location
El Studio, by OCISLY Ceramics
5400 NE 4th Court, Miami
Please pay to park in our parking lot, respecting the other businesses’ spots in our lot and enter through the double doors. Parking is about $5-$7 for the duration of your class.
Cost: $495
Includes all materials, tools, firings, instruction, open studio access, and Tuesday office hours. 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 after your final class. You'll receive a pickup email the moment they're ready — we kindly ask that you wait for that email before reaching out, as we're a small team doing our best. 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, please use Tuesday Office Hours to practice and catch up. Please only sign up if you can commit to the schedule. If you're unable to pick up your pieces on the final day, we'll hold them in the studio for one month.
Wheel Throwing for Beginners — A Mindful Ceramics Experience in Miami
4 weeks · Wednesdays 7PM to 9PM · Starting September 2nd, 2026 - Only 6 seats per session
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 (just 6 students per group)
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 in a small group of 6 — every student gets their own wheel
All clay, materials, tools, and unlimited firings included — no extra fees
Step-by-step instruction with individual guidance so you can learn the basics of wheel throwing
Tuesday Night Office Hours (Open Studio) with your instructor — drop in for extra practice, questions, and one-on-one help
Schedule (Wednesdays, 7PM to 9PM)
September 2 — Introduction to Wheel Throwing, preparing the clay, centering on the wheel
September 9 — Throwing simple shapes
September 16 — Trimming & finishing forms
September 23 — Glazing your pieces
Tuesday Night Office Hours from 6:30pm to 8:30pm (optional, included) - September 8, 15, 22 — practice on the wheel with your instructor on hand
Location
El Studio, by OCISLY Ceramics
5400 NE 4th Court, Miami
Please pay to park in our parking lot, respecting the other businesses’ spots in our lot and enter through the double doors. Parking is about $5-$7 for the duration of your class.
Cost: $495
Includes all materials, tools, firings, instruction, open studio access, and Tuesday office hours. 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 after your final class. You'll receive a pickup email the moment they're ready — we kindly ask that you wait for that email before reaching out, as we're a small team doing our best. 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, please use Tuesday Office Hours to practice and catch up. Please only sign up if you can commit to the schedule. If you're unable to pick up your pieces on the final day, we'll hold them in the studio for one month.