Pottery Kickstart — Throw Art Studio
Limited spots per cohort  ·  Provo, Utah

Finally, Time
That's Just Yours.

Learn to throw pottery on the wheel in 4 weeks.
No experience needed. Everything included.

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Only 10 students per cohort  ·  All materials included  ·  New sessions monthly

JohnPaul's Intro

[ Video: JohnPaul introduces the Kickstart — why he built it, what you'll walk away with ]

7,000+ Customers & Counting
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"I learned so much!" — Amy F., recent student

A note from JohnPaul

JohnPaul Ryan, Founder of Throw Art Studio

I kept hearing the same thing over and over.

Mom after mom would come up to me after class and tell me how much the studio had meant to them. Not just the pottery — but having a place that was theirs.

Two and a half hours where no one needed anything from them. Where they could make something with their hands and walk out feeling like themselves again.

That kept coming up. Every cohort. That's what the Kickstart is built around. Four weeks, a small group, and a real skill you'll keep forever. We take care of everything. You just show up.

— JohnPaul Ryan, Founder of Throw Art Studio

What you'll walk away with

This is what four weeks at Throw looks like.

Time that's actually yours

2.5 hours where you're not a mom, employee, or caretaker. Just someone making something with her hands.

A skill that sticks

Centering clay and pulling walls is a foundation you keep forever. You'll be surprised how fast it clicks.

Something real to take home

2-3 finished, glazed, fired pieces made by your own hands. Real things you made yourself — not a kit.

What you'll learn

Four sessions, one skill at a time.

01

Centering the Clay

We start at the beginning. You'll learn to center and open the clay — the foundation everything else builds on.

02

Pulling Walls

This is where your piece takes shape. You'll pull walls, feel the clay move, and make your first real form.

03

Trimming + Finishing

Once your pieces are leather-hard, you'll trim and refine them. This is what separates a rough throw from a finished piece.

04

Glazing Day

You pick the colors. You glaze your pieces. We fire them in the kiln and you take them home finished.

Limited Time Offer

Was $200   Now $97

Use code at checkout

KICKSTART50

Hear from real students

Here's what people said after their first Kickstart.

Student Testimonial

[ Video: Student testimonial #1 ]

Student Testimonial

[ Video: Student testimonial #2 ]

★★★★★

"Everyone who works there creates such a positive environment for you to improve and express yourself creatively!! Such a lovely crew."

— Kennedy W.

★★★★★

"Abby went above and beyond for my boys. She was so sweet, patient, and genuinely attentive. She's incredible at explaining each step in a way they could easily understand and remember."

— Heather N.

★★★★★

"We had the most amazing time! Everyone is so kind and friendly, and the demos are extremely helpful."

— Miranda M. Bauer

★★★★★

"A great atmosphere for learning and exploring your artistic side. Instructors helped along the way. I had a great time!"

— Madeleine S.

★★★★★

"Love the vibe here! The owner John Paul and the TAs were super welcoming and helpful. It's very clean and there's plenty of room to spread out."

— Ammie S.

Is this for you?

You'll love this if...

This is for you

  • + You keep saying "I need something for me" and never follow through
  • + You want a creative outlet that isn't screen-based
  • + You want to make something with your hands and actually finish it
  • + You've always been curious about pottery but haven't known where to start

Not the right fit if...

  • — You want unstructured drop-in time with no guidance
  • — You can't commit to 4 consecutive weeks
  • — You're looking to skip the basics and jump into advanced work

What you get

Everything included — nothing to buy, bring, or figure out.

4 x 2.5-hour guided sessions (10 hours of instruction) $200
All clay, tools, and materials — nothing to bring $40
Glazing and kiln firing of your finished pieces $40
Small group setting, max 10 students $50
Total value $330
Your price today $97

Less than a massage. Less than a night out. And you'll have something to show for it.

The real cost

What happens if you wait.

"Every single cohort, someone walks in and says — I've been wanting to do this for years."

And every single time, I think: why did it take so long? The answer is usually the same. Life got in the way. The kids needed something. Work got busy. There was always a reason to put it off.

The cost of waiting isn't $100. It's another month of putting yourself last. Another season that passes without something that's genuinely yours.

You've already earned the time. This is just the moment you decide to take it.

We've heard it all

You might be thinking...

"But I'm not artistic."

You don't need to be. You need a teacher and a wheel — that's it. Pottery isn't about talent. It's about feel, and feel is something anyone can develop. We start at the very beginning and nobody gets left behind.

"I don't have time."

2.5 hours. Once a week. For four weeks. You've spent more time scrolling this week. This is one commitment that will actually pay you back.

"I'll wait until things slow down."

They won't slow down — and you know that. This is how you take the time back. You pick a cohort, you show up, and for the next four weeks you have something that's just yours.

Common questions

Good to know before you sign up.

Do I need any experience?

None at all. This course is designed for people who have never touched clay. We start at the very beginning and go at a pace that works for everyone in the group.

What's included?

Everything. Clay, all tools and materials, glazing, and kiln firing of your finished pieces. Just show up — there's nothing to bring.

When are classes?

Multiple cohort times are available. Check current availability to find a day and time that works for you.

What if I miss a session?

Life happens. Reach out ahead of time and we'll do our best to get you caught up. Because we keep groups small, we can usually work with you.

Can I bring a friend?

Yes — and you should. A lot of people sign up together. Just make sure you're both in the same cohort so you're learning side by side. Spots go fast, so don't wait.

What happens after the course?

A lot of students keep going. We offer memberships for ongoing studio access so you can keep practicing whenever you want. We'll share the details at the end of your course — no pressure at all.

Small groups. Real time at the wheel.

We cap every cohort at 10 students so you get actual hands-on time — not just a demonstration. Once a session fills, we open the waitlist for the next one.

Reserve My Spot — $97
Clay, tools, glazing, and firing all included  ·  No experience needed

If you come to your first session and it's not for you, we'll refund you. No questions asked.

Not ready to commit yet?

Get notified when the next cohort opens. No pressure — just first dibs.

Your first piece is waiting.

Come make it.

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No experience needed  ·  Everything included  ·  Only 10 spots per cohort

Throw Art Studio  ·  Provo, Utah  ·  throwartstudio.com