CASTRO VALLEY · BAY AREA
The Weekly
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Clay Space is a pottery studio based in Castro Valley, offering classes and memberships for all skill levels — welcoming makers from across the Bay Area.
6
class formats
All
skill levels
2026
est. in Castro Valley
Wheel throwing Handbuilding Memberships Open studio
Wheel throwing Handbuilding Memberships Open studio
The Weekly
throw down
Wheel throwing Handbuilding Memberships Open studio.
WHAT WE OFFER
Find your favorite way to create with clay.
From trying the wheel for the first time to building on years of practice — find a class that meets you where you are.
One-Time Classes
Drop in, get your hands dirty, go home with something you made. Ages: 16+
6-Week Courses
Build real skill over six focused weeks — from centering to trimming to glazing.
For makers of all levels, beginner to advanced. Ages: 16+
Kids Classes
6-week sessions that build creativity and confidence in young makers. Ages: 11+
Family Classes
Our six-week Family Classes are designed for parents, grandparents, aunts, uncles, siblings, mentors, or any special adult who wants to create together with a young maker. Ages: 11+
Upcoming events
Book directly below.
Enrollment is limited and sessions fill quickly
— if a class is full, jump on the waitlist.
Slab-Built Vases
May 18 / 10 am
A one-day handbuilding workshop. Take home two finished vases and a new technique.
Slab-Built Vases
May 18 / 10 am
A one-day handbuilding workshop. Take home two finished vases and a new technique.
Slab-Built Vases
May 18 / 10 am
A one-day handbuilding workshop. Take home two finished vases and a new technique.
Coming soon
OUR STUDIO
A pottery studio for every kind
of maker.
Clay Space is a community-driven ceramics studio in the heart of Castro Valley — designed for both first-time beginners and experienced potters.
Our space is built around three things: creativity, connection, and thoughtful design. Whether you're here to try something new, build a weekly practice, or find your people around the wheel, there's space for you.
MEMBERSHIP
More creativity,
every week.
For makers who've completed a 6-week class and want more studio in their routine — exclusive hours, unlimited firings, a dedicated shelf, and priority access to wheels.
PRICING
Quarterly Membership
$750
Bi-Annual Membership
$1,400
Annual Membership
$2,600
Capacity is limited — if we're full, you can join the waitlist and we'll reach out when a spot opens up.
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The weekly throw down
What's happening at Clay Space
Upcoming events
Book directly below. Enrollment is limited and sessions fill quickly
— if a class is full, jump on the waitlist.
Slab-Built Vases
May 18 / 10 am
A one-day handbuilding workshop. Take home two finished vases and a new technique.
Slab-Built Vases
May 18 / 10 am
A one-day handbuilding workshop. Take home two finished vases and a new technique.
Slab-Built Vases
May 18 / 10 am
A one-day handbuilding workshop. Take home two finished vases and a new technique.
Wheel throwing Handbuilding Memberships Open studio