Winter 2026

  • Pottery
Shaw International Centre for Contemporary Ceramics: 713 Medalta Ave SE, Medicine Hat, AB T1A 3K9, Canada
Jan 12 2026
Apr 11 2026

Schedules

Feb 27 2026 | Friday Date Night (02/27/2026-02/27/2026) Registration closed

Class Fee
$84.00 CAD
  • Fri7:30 - 9:30 pm

Description

Pottery Date Night: Beginner Throwing and Hand Building

Looking for a unique night out? Grab a partner, friend or relative and join us for a fun and relaxing pottery session! 

Our Friday Date Night class combines clay, creativity, and a glass of wine or beer, and charcuterie for the perfect way to unwind.

Date: February 27, 2026

Price: $80.00 + GST = $84.00 PER PERSON

(Charcuterie and 1 glass of wine or beer included. Additional drinks are $6 per drink) 

Registration Deadline: February 13, 2026

Minimum enrollment: 6 per class

Maximum enrollment: 12 per class

Registration period

Registration for this schedule starts on 11/15/2025 and ends on 02/13/2026

Restrictions

Participants must currently be 18 years or older.

Feb 28 2026 | Saturday Sampler Class (02/28/2026-02/28/2026) Registration closed

Class Fee
$73.50 CAD
  • Sat12:30 pm - 3:30 pm

Description

Beginner Pottery: Throwing

Discover the joy of working with clay in this low commitment, three-hour introductory class. The Saturday Sampler offers an excellent opportunity to explore wheel throwing or hand building without the time investment of an eight-week course.

Under the guidance of an experienced instructor, participants will learn the fundamentals of forming vessels on the potter’s wheel or through hand building techniques. Each participant may select two of their best pieces to be bisque-fired and glazed by our staff, or opt to glaze them personally in a future eight-week course.

Experience the satisfaction of creating with your hand, and discover whether pottery might become your next passion.

Finished pieces will be available for pick-up three to four weeks after the class.

Dates: February 28, 2026

Price: $70.00 + GST = $73.50 (All supplies included) 

Registration Deadline: February 14, 2026

Minimum enrollment: 6 per class

Maximum enrollment: 12 per class

Registration period

Registration for this schedule starts on 11/15/2025 and ends on 02/14/2026

Restrictions

Participants must be 18 years or older when the program starts..

Mar 7 2026 | 🪴 Make Your Own Terracotta Planters (03/07/2026-03/28/2026) Registration closed

Class Fee
$194.25 CAD
  • Sat12:30 pm - 3:30 pm

Description

Intermediate Pottery: Make Your Own Terracotta Planters

In this 4-week pottery class, you will design and throw your own large terracotta planters from scratch. These timeless, natural clay planters are perfect for brightening up your home, patio, or garden for the season ahead.

 

This is a warm, welcoming studio experience designed for makers who are ready to build on their existing wheel skills and take on a slightly bigger challenge.

 

We will work with warm terra cotta clay to create large planters with a natural finish and a height goal of about 40 cm.

Grow your skills and your confidence with this new class offering! 

 

Your final piece will feature a classic natural terracotta surface, left unglazed for that warm, timeless look that pairs beautifully with greenery.

 

Finished pieces will be available for pick-up three to four weeks after the class.

 

Dates: March 7–28, 2026

Price: $185.00 + GST = $194.25 (One box of clay included. Each additional bag of clay is $20.)

Registration Deadline: March 4, 2026

Registration period

Registration for this schedule starts on 11/15/2025 and ends on 03/06/2026

Restrictions

Participants must be 18 years or older when the program starts..

Add To Waitlist April 10 2026 | Friday Date Night (04/10/2026-04/10/2026) Program is full

Class Fee Full - Waitlist available
$84.00 CAD
  • Fri7:30 - 9:30 pm

Description

Pottery Date Night: Beginner Throwing and Hand Building

Looking for a unique night out? Grab a partner, friend or relative and join us for a fun and relaxing pottery session! 

Our Friday Date Night class combines clay, creativity, and a glass of wine or beer, and charcuterie for the perfect way to unwind.

Date: April 10, 2026

Price: $80.00 + GST = $84.00 PER PERSON

(Charcuterie and 1 glass of wine or beer included. Additional drinks are $6 per drink) 

Registration Deadline: March 27, 2026

Minimum enrollment: 6 per class

Maximum enrollment: 12 per class

Registration period

Registration for this schedule starts on 11/15/2025 and ends on 03/27/2026

Restrictions

Participants must currently be 18 years or older.

Add To Waitlist April 11 2026 | Saturday Sampler Class (04/11/2026-04/11/2026) Program is full

Class Fee Full - Waitlist available
$73.50 CAD
  • Sat12:30 pm - 3:30 pm

Description

Beginner Pottery: Hand Building

Discover the joy of working with clay in this low commitment, three-hour introductory class. The Saturday Sampler offers an excellent opportunity to explore wheel throwing or hand building without the time investment of an eight-week course.

Under the guidance of an experienced instructor, participants will learn the fundamentals of forming vessels on the potter’s wheel or through hand building techniques. Each participant may select two of their best pieces to be bisque-fired and glazed by our staff, or opt to glaze them personally in a future eight-week course.

Experience the satisfaction of creating with your hand, and discover whether pottery might become your next passion.

Finished pieces will be available for pick-up three to four weeks after the class.

Dates: April 11, 2026

Price: $70.00 + GST = $73.50 (All supplies included) 

Registration Deadline: March 28, 2026

Minimum enrollment: 6 per class

Maximum enrollment: 12 per class

Registration period

Registration for this schedule starts on 11/15/2025 and ends on 03/28/2026

Restrictions

Participants must be 18 years or older when the program starts..

In-person location

Shaw International Centre for Contemporary Ceramics: 713 Medalta Ave SE, Medicine Hat, AB T1A 3K9, Canada

Description

Medalta’s adult pottery classes are a great opportunity to explore your creativity and use your hands to create something of your own. Whether the only clay you’ve ever touched was dug out of your backyard when you were five years old or you’re an experienced potter, these classes are for you. 

 

Why Choose Our Pottery Class?

💡 Learn the art of molding clay into unique pottery pieces.
💡 Expert guidance from experienced instructors.
💡 Explore various pottery techniques, from wheel throwing to hand building.
💡 Express yourself through clay and bring your ideas to life.

 

➡️ Registration Information:

To register for an Adult Pottery Class, please click Register below. You will be asked to create a Jumbula account or to sign in to your preexisting account.

Adding a second class? Or a second person? Click the CLICK TO ADD MORE TO YOUR CART button at check out.

 

➡️ Refund Policy:

Before Registration Date: A full refund (less a $25 administration fee) is available if you cancel by the registration deadline.

After Registration Date: For cancellations after the registration deadline or no-shows, we will be unable to issue any refund. If you need to cancel due to medical reasons (documentation required), a partial refund will be given.