Here's Why Pottery Making Will Be Your New Favorite Social Activity

Add pottery making classes in San Francisco to the list of fun social activities to try with your bestie, family members, coworkers, or even a potential love interest! Because, you might not know it yet, but pottery making is the perfect way to spend quality time with those you’re closest to and anyone you’re hoping to get to know a little better.

With a pottery class, you and your plus one (or plus many!) will learn how to create unique, beautiful works of art without any prior experience. All you have to do is show up to the pottery studio with an open mind—and maybe an outfit that you don’t mind getting dirty—and your friendly pottery instructor will walk you through the process from start to finish. Whether you sign up for a wheel throwing class or hand-building pottery workshop, you’ll end class with a one-of-a-kind piece ready for the kiln. 

Still not sure what makes pottery classes ideal for your social life? Here are a few reasons why you’ll want to make glazed pottery with friends!

Pottery wheel for beginners classes are zero pressure

When you’re planning a gathering with friends, it can be hard to find something that your entire group will be on board with. Outdoor activities aren’t for everyone, so if you want something a little more exciting than a trip to your favorite coffee shop, try a pottery class. Pottery classes strike the perfect balance between new and exciting and comfortable and inviting.

Introductory clay throwing and hand-building pottery classes are designed with beginners in mind. So, if you or anyone in your group doesn’t know the first thing about pottery, you’ll learn the basics in a supportive, welcoming environment. 

And, if you’re looking for experience gift ideas for the creative person in your life, pottery is a great option! Your gift recipient doesn’t need any prior experience to enjoy a pottery workshop, just a desire to learn something new.

No outside distractions

We’re all guilty of it. You and your friends finally get together for a nice dinner, but the moment you sit down, everyone pulls out their phones. It’s a hard habit to break!

With hands-on SF activities like ceramics, everyone will be enjoying the moment without being distracted by a screen. Those phones will stay in your pockets not only because your hands will be covered in clay, but also because you’ll be too focused on the task at hand to think about your phone. Without the pull of the DMs or social media, you can finally enjoy quality time together to chat, laugh, and learn something new.

It’s this distraction-free atmosphere that also makes wheel throwing classes fun date ideas. If you’re looking for a setting that will allow you and your date to relax and get to know each other without glancing at your phones, hand-building pottery classes or ceramic throwing workshops are the perfect options. 

Pottery throwing classes are fun bachelorette party ideas

Add pottery classes to your list of non-traditional bachelorette party ideas to give the bride-to-be a surprise she’ll never forget. A handmade pottery workshop is a fantastic way to appeal to her creative side and give her quality time with her bridesmaids. 

And, you can personalize the experience by deciding on what to make. For the coffee-loving bride, you and the girls can walk away with matching coffee mugs. If she loves plants, she’ll love making planters to remind her of her closest friends. You can even give a nod to the traditional bachelorette party by making ceramic shot glasses.

And, because the end of the class means it’s off to the kiln for your projects, you and the bachelorette party can move to the next stage of your special night!

Visiting family? Ditch the guidebook!

Every time your family comes to town, you search for fun SF activities for tourists, but the lists are generic and played out. If you want to give your guests a real Bay Area experience, sign them up for local San Francisco workshops in a fun neighborhood of the city.

With a handmade pottery workshop, they’ll have a chance to meet locals, learn from SF pottery artists, and spend time with you! That’s a much better experience than seeing the same tourist attractions over and over every time they visit. And, they’ll travel back home with a piece of glazed pottery that will remind them of their special time with you. That’s better than anything they could have found at a gift shop!

Book private San Francisco workshops for your corporate team

Giving your team the opportunity to spend time together is a wonderful way to foster a supportive, friendly environment in the office. And, the social aspect of a handmade pottery class is sure to be a hit.

Get your team out of the office and into a pottery studio for a relaxing afternoon of bonding and ceramic throwing. They’ll benefit from the creativity, break from work responsibilities, and, of course, time to chat with coworkers. And, by the end, everyone will walk away with their own mug, plant pot, or desktop organizer that will make them feel appreciated every time they use it. These team-building activities are so fun, that you might get requests that they become a regular way for your team to bond and blow off steam!

Meet new people

Have you just moved to San Fransisco and are looking for ways to meet new people? A craft class is a great way to meet like-minded individuals. Chances are, they'll have similar interests, or at least some openmindedness since they are willing to learn a new skill. It can be a challenge to start fresh in a new city or to make friends as an adult, these classes will help forge conversation over a hands-on activity. In addition, you'll have a chance to explore the local pottery studios in SF and maybe even find your new home away from home or craft community!

Wheel throwing is just the beginning!

The beauty of pottery is that it encompasses so many different activities to try. Think throwing won’t be your group’s go-to? Then why not try a paint your own pottery class instead! Or, you might sign up to learn different styles, such as Japanese pottery techniques or unique glazes. 

Once you, your friends, your coworkers, or your family try one of these fun San Francisco workshops, you’ll always have something to do together. Pottery can become a lifelong hobby that helps you bond with your loved ones while giving your group a chance to relax and explore your creativity. 

So, if you’ve been looking for ideas to add some color and quality time to your social life, get your group together for a pottery workshop! Pottery making is about to be your new favorite social activity!