Flexible Clay Classes

Looking for a ceramics class that offers both instruction and flexibility? Flexible Clay Classes may be the perfect fit for you.

Designed for true beginners, students with some experience, and advanced ceramic artists alike, Flexible Clay Classes provide a supportive environment for developing skills at every level. Whether you’re learning to center clay for the first time, building consistency on the wheel, or refining more advanced forms and techniques, our instructors are here to support your growth.

This membership combines instructor-supported classes with unlimited open studio access, allowing students to build a consistent creative practice while working around changing schedules and busy lives.

Flexible Clay Classes are especially popular with professionals who work irregular schedules, parents and students who can’t commit to the same class time each week, and anyone looking for a more adaptable approach to learning ceramics.

Elemental Studios offers a welcoming environment grounded in creativity, community, and growth. Join us today if you’re looking for a place to slow down, work with your hands, and center yourself.

Looking for a ceramics class that offers both instruction and flexibility? Our Flexible Clay Classes are the right fit for you!

Membership Includes

  • 4 classes per month with instruction from skilled and experienced ceramic artists

  • Multiple weekly class options with mix of beginner and intermediate classes

  • Unlimited open studio access

Weekly Class Times

Choose from five weekly class sessions:

  • Monday | 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM

  • Tuesday | 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM

  • Wednesday | 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM

  • Thursday | 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM

  • Friday | 2:00 PM – 5:00 PM

Reservations are required and class space is limited.

Try a Class First

Not sure if Flexible Clay Classes are the right fit?

You’re welcome to sign up for a single class for $99 to experience the studio, meet the community, and explore the format before committing to a membership.

If you decide to continue, your $99 single-class fee can be applied toward your first month of Flexible Clay Classes.

A few important details:

  • The decision to convert to a membership must be made within 7 days of your single class

  • Your membership start date will be retroactively set to the date of your first class, even if you decide later within the 7-day window to continue

  • Single-class purchases are non-refundable and non-transferable

Additional Classes

Need more studio time?

Flexible Clay Class Members may purchase additional classes beyond the 4 included monthly classes:

  • First 2 additional classes each month → 50% off

  • Additional classes after that → regular price ($99/class)

Private Lessons

Students may also schedule one-on-one private lessons for individualized instruction and support.

Private lesson rates:

  • $75 for the first hour

  • $50 for each additional hour

Private lessons are ideal for:

  • beginners wanting extra support

  • students developing specific skills

  • independent project guidance

Private lesson scheduling is subject to instructor availability.

Flexible Clay Class Membership Policies

  • Membership renews automatically each month

  • Membership fees are non-refundable

  • Included classes do not roll over and must be used within the membership month

  • Membership begins the day you purchase the membership

  • Class reservations canceled 24 hours or more before class start time will retain the class credit

  • Late cancellations (within 24 hours) and no-shows will result in the loss of the class credit

To cancel a reservation, please email:
info@elementalstudiospdx.com

We understand that illness and emergencies happen. Exceptions may be made on a case-by-case basis. Repeated late cancellations or no-shows may result in temporary booking restrictions or review of membership status.

A Different Kind of Studio Experience

Elemental is more than a ceramics studio. Our classes are grounded in creativity, wellness, and community. Students are encouraged to slow down, work with their hands, learn alongside others, and build a sustainable creative practice in a supportive environment.