1. About the Studio and Classes
Pottery Studio 1 offers hands-on pottery and ceramics lessons — from beginner to advanced levels — with experienced instructors who help participants create beautiful functional items like mugs, bowls, and sculptures.
Classes are commitment-free: no membership, no packages, no initiation fees.

2.Locations and Accessibility
The studio has multiple locations across New York City: Lower Manhattan (Bowery), Midtown, Financial District, Upper West Side, and Brooklyn.
Open daily until late evening.

3. Class Formats
Pottery & Hand-Building Class — $90/person
A one-time, 2-hour lesson that includes clay, tools, and firing. Perfect for beginners.
Pottery + Painting Class — $130/person
Includes pottery, glazing, and 2 firings. Students create colorful, glossy, and waterproof ceramics.
Couples Class Basic — $200 per couple
A creative 2-hour pottery session for two, with full guidance and all materials provided.
Couples Class Plus — $300 per couple
A fun 2-hour pottery and painting session for two. You’ll shape and design your own ceramic pieces with the help of our instructors, and then add color and personality through painting.

4. Themed Events and Private Sessions
One-time 2-hour workshops with hand-building and pottery wheel — perfect for beginners, no strings attached. You can also try painting and glazing, creating a ready-to-use, waterproof ceramic piece to take home. Classes are available for all ages: kids, teens, adults — including relaxed mom-and-me sessions.

• Birthdays and kids’ parties
• Date nights and couples’ experiences
• Bachelorette parties and celebrations
• Corporate team-building sessions

Private group events are available for 4–30 guests with customized activities and a fun, supportive atmosphere.

5. Reviews
The studio has high ratings — around 4.8 out of 5 based on 84 reviews.
— “Great for beginners… patient and informative instructors,” one visitor writes.
— Others praise the atmosphere — “so soothing and relaxing… 10/10” (chamberofcommerce.com).
Some critical reviews mention booking cancellations and scheduling issues — but these are in the minority (reddit.com).

6. Key Takeaways
Pottery Studio 1 NYC is a friendly creative space, perfect for both beginners and experienced potters. Flexible, convenient classes: from simple workshops to themed parties and family events. 8 locations across NYC, open late — accessible and easy to fit into your schedule.
High ratings and warm feedback confirm the quality of the experience, though occasional negative reviews exist.