Wheel introduction pathway

CHF 570.00

Wheel Throwing Introduction in Zurich

Private pottery wheel lesson + 10-hour ceramic practice pack

This wheel throwing introduction at Clay & Tao is designed for those wishing to begin pottery in a calm, focused ceramic studio in Zurich.

Rather than offering one-time pottery experiences, the studio introduces wheel throwing as part of a sustained ceramic practice. This pathway combines a private pottery wheel lesson with a 10-hour practice pack, allowing participants to develop technical confidence and material sensitivity over time.

Wheel work is taught through a slower and more ergonomic methodology inspired in part by the work of ceramic artist Joëlle Swanet. The approach integrates breath, posture and attentive movement rather than force or speed, supporting structural precision and a grounded relationship to the wheel.

This format is suitable for beginners as well as for those wishing to relearn wheel throwing through a more embodied and technically attentive process.

What this pathway includes

– One private wheel throwing lesson (90 minutes)
– Foundations of centring, posture and clay control
– Breath-guided and ergonomic wheel technique
– Individual technical guidance adapted to your level
– Access to small-group pottery classes in Zurich
– A 10-hour ceramic practice pack for integration

The studio environment is quiet, light-filled and designed to support focused ceramic learning.

Why wheel throwing is taught through continuity

At Clay & Tao, learning pottery is understood as a gradual process.
Because wheel technique develops through repetition and embodied understanding, the private lesson is offered exclusively in combination with a practice pack rather than as a standalone pottery class.

This ensures that participants can integrate the technique and build real confidence at the wheel.

For existing students

If you already hold a 10 or 20-hour practice pack and wish to begin wheel throwing, please contact the studio directly.

Booking your wheel throwing pathway

After purchase, you will be invited to schedule your private lesson according to mutual availability.

→ Begin your wheel throwing practice

FAQ

Can beginners take wheel throwing classes at Clay & Tao?
Yes. This pathway is specifically designed for beginners wishing to learn wheel throwing in a structured and supportive ceramic studio environment.

Is this a one-time pottery class?
No. The wheel introduction is part of a sustained ceramic practice and includes a 10-hour pack to allow proper technical integration.

Where is the ceramic studio located?
Clay & Tao is a small-group ceramic studio based in Zurich.

How many participants are in regular classes?
Regular sessions include a maximum of four participants to ensure personalised guidance.

Wheel Throwing Introduction in Zurich

Private pottery wheel lesson + 10-hour ceramic practice pack

This wheel throwing introduction at Clay & Tao is designed for those wishing to begin pottery in a calm, focused ceramic studio in Zurich.

Rather than offering one-time pottery experiences, the studio introduces wheel throwing as part of a sustained ceramic practice. This pathway combines a private pottery wheel lesson with a 10-hour practice pack, allowing participants to develop technical confidence and material sensitivity over time.

Wheel work is taught through a slower and more ergonomic methodology inspired in part by the work of ceramic artist Joëlle Swanet. The approach integrates breath, posture and attentive movement rather than force or speed, supporting structural precision and a grounded relationship to the wheel.

This format is suitable for beginners as well as for those wishing to relearn wheel throwing through a more embodied and technically attentive process.

What this pathway includes

– One private wheel throwing lesson (90 minutes)
– Foundations of centring, posture and clay control
– Breath-guided and ergonomic wheel technique
– Individual technical guidance adapted to your level
– Access to small-group pottery classes in Zurich
– A 10-hour ceramic practice pack for integration

The studio environment is quiet, light-filled and designed to support focused ceramic learning.

Why wheel throwing is taught through continuity

At Clay & Tao, learning pottery is understood as a gradual process.
Because wheel technique develops through repetition and embodied understanding, the private lesson is offered exclusively in combination with a practice pack rather than as a standalone pottery class.

This ensures that participants can integrate the technique and build real confidence at the wheel.

For existing students

If you already hold a 10 or 20-hour practice pack and wish to begin wheel throwing, please contact the studio directly.

Booking your wheel throwing pathway

After purchase, you will be invited to schedule your private lesson according to mutual availability.

→ Begin your wheel throwing practice

FAQ

Can beginners take wheel throwing classes at Clay & Tao?
Yes. This pathway is specifically designed for beginners wishing to learn wheel throwing in a structured and supportive ceramic studio environment.

Is this a one-time pottery class?
No. The wheel introduction is part of a sustained ceramic practice and includes a 10-hour pack to allow proper technical integration.

Where is the ceramic studio located?
Clay & Tao is a small-group ceramic studio based in Zurich.

How many participants are in regular classes?
Regular sessions include a maximum of four participants to ensure personalised guidance.

  1. Purchased courses are valid for 12 months from the date of purchase.

  2. Cancellations are possible 48 hours prior to the course for the regular students and 24 hours for Friends of CAT. Late cancellations are not refundable.

  3. Use of the throwing wheel is reserved for students who followed the introduction course with us or already have basic knowledge.

  4. The price for material amounts to 10 CHF per kilo (the rate is subject to modification should the electricity or material costs change). Should you want that I finish your ceramics, the cost amonts to 30 chf per kilo.

  5. Glazing sessions are priced at 47 CHF per hour (outside of a pack). We recommend 1 hour for smaller or simpler pieces and 2 hours for lager works or more detailed decorations. They can be purchased at the studio directly.

  6. Courses are held in English, German, Italian and French depending on the participants wish.

  7. Students are asked to leave their workplaces clean. Cleaning time is included in the lesson time. It takes between 10 and 15 minutes, depending on the student's speed.

  8. Every hour begun is due in full.

  9. Bringing your own materials is not allowed. Only studio-provided materials may be used.

  10. We kindly ask that all pieces be finished and picked up within 3 months of their start date.

  11. For safety reasons, glazing must be done during designated hours. Students are required to wear black nitrile gloves and an FFP3 mask while glazing. Eating or drinking during glazing is strictly prohibited.

  12. Clay is a precious, non-renewable material. We encourage you to be mindful and intentional when choosing which pieces to keep and fire.

  13. Our studio works with a small kiln, which means firings are done gradually and only when the kiln is full, to avoid wasting energy. Working with clay takes time: drying, firing, cooling… Each step is important to ensure your pieces turn out well. I do my best to have every creation fired as quickly as possible, but there may be some waiting time. Thank you for your patience and understanding.

  14. Swiss law applies, Geneva courts are competent.