Hand Building Pottery Course

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📌 Now booking 2025

Bring hands on creative expression to your residence or day program with a pottery course that’s geared to any skill level. This course is a great fit for adults and seniors looking to explore a new creative medium. We will learn and explore various pottery techniques. No art experience needed—just an open heart and a love for creativity!

Course Overview

Duration: 6 weeks

Price: $175 per person

Age: adults, seniors | Minimum 5 participants to book – Maximum 8.

Skill Level: Beginner, 💜 Dementia friendly!

Techniques Covered: Hand-building, slab building, pinch pots, coiling and glazing

Focus: Creating both functional pieces and expressive art

Class Structure: 2 hour sessions

All necessary tools, clay, firing, and coloring included

Hands-on instruction from a Recreation Therapist with a background in art and senior care

Opportunity to create unique and personalized ceramic pieces

🌟 Therapeutic Outcomes:
✅ Relaxation: Mindful practices to ease anxiety and nurture calm.

✅Exercises the hands, wrists, and arms: gentle for those prone to arthritis

✅ Creative Fun: Explore a new art medium with no pressure—just joy!

✅ Connection: Meet and bond with like-minded peers.

REFUNDS: There are no refunds for missed classes. If you are unable to attend for any reason, classes are transferrable to another participant.

PAYMENT: Registration & payment can be made via cash, e-transfer or personal cheque are accepted.