We Think These 9 Pottery Classes in Dubai Are Worth Touching Dirt
As a former germaphobe, it was a struggle to touch things without a spritz of alcohol or a pump of sanitizer afterwards. Going glove-free when I’m gardening or giving my pets a bath? Yeah, the old me would say, that’s not going to happen!
So when my nieces asked me to join them in a pottery class, all I could think about was how icky and gooey handling clay would be. But after these cuties kept begging, I finally caved in and went along for some quality aunt-niece time.
And guess what? I actually had a blast! It’s not actually dirty if you think about it as art. It’s so satisfying to see our creations get molded and glazed. We loved it so much that we’ve hit up a bunch of ceramics studios since then. Check out our top picks below!
Where can I take pottery workshops in Dubai?
There are a bunch of ceramics studios where you can take pottery workshops in Dubai. Some notable ones are Yadawei Ceramic Studio, Amani Ceramics Pottery and Art, The Mud House Studio, and House of Clay.
Yadawei Ceramic Studio
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Website: http://yadaweistudio.com/
Address: Warehouse 30, First Al Khail Street – Corner 19 Street – opposite AlSerkal Avenue – Al Quoz 1
Contact Details: +971 4 379 1312, [email protected]
Operating Hours:
- Monday to Friday – 10 AM to 9 PM
- Saturday to Sunday – 10 AM to 8 PM
Fees:
- Starts at AED 200
Yadawei Ceramic Studio is an artsy haven in Alserkal Avenue where you can take a bisque painting, sculpture, and pottery class in Dubai. These workshops typically include all the materials needed, and a trial is required before getting more sessions.
We think this is a good bonding for families since the activities are suitable for both kids and grownups! For us, it’s also nice that this studio provides free tea, coffee, and biscuits when you need a break.
Moreover, it’s handy for us that all the schedules are posted online, so you can easily choose a suitable package and book in advance. In our opinion, you’ll get your money’s worth with the free extra workshops that come with a membership.
Pro tip:
Like many studios, Yadawei Ceramic Studio experiences card machine issues now and then. We recommend bringing some cash for payment to avoid the potential hassle!
Bedia Pottery
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Website: https://bediapottery.ae/
Address: Premium Pottery Workshops – Bedia Ceramic Studio – Dubai Warehouse – Al Khayat Avenue – 10 19 Street – Al Quoz
Contact Details: +971 56 956 9088, [email protected]
Operating Hours:
- Tuesday to Sunday – 10:30 AM to 7:30 PM
- Monday – Closed
Fees:
- 14 years old and above – Starts at AED 260
- 7 to 13 years old – Starts at AED 180
Bedia Pottery offers classes for every skill, whether you’re a casual or pro clay crafter. You can opt for ceramic pottery workshops with free Turkish coffee, ceramic dinner set classes, and pottery on wheel sessions for beginners.
We also like that you can book a private event here for you and your enthusiast pals! The way we see it, these are good for parents and children, clay dates, and even after-work therapy.
Handy hack:
One-time pottery hangouts at Bedia Pottery are fun, no doubt. But if you want more, we suggest considering weekly courses to save 10% in the long run.
Amani Ceramics Pottery and Art
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Website: https://a-cpa.eu/
Address: Jumeirah Village Circle District 12 – Str 4 Villa 5
Contact Details: +971 58 665 8310, [email protected]
Operating Hours:
- Monday to Thursday – 10 AM to 6 PM
- Friday – 10 AM to 1 PM
- Sunday – 11 AM to 6 PM
- Saturday – Closed
Fees:
- Starts at AED 200
Need some inspiration for a creativity boost? Amani Ceramics Pottery and Art is built by Amani, a former architect who left her busy work to pursue her love for pottery. Now, she’s a freelance artist teaching ceramic classes in Dubai.
Beyond the regular classes, what’s nice about this studio for us is that you can book private sessions—ideal for chill “me time” sessions and dates for introverts, we say!
While we’re not telling you to quit your job like the owner did (because that’s totally your call!), we’re saying it’s good to take a break and get a hobby (or two) now and then.
Gift idea:
Searching for the perfect gift? Consider commissioning a piece of Amani Ceramics Pottery and Art for any special occasion!
Depending on your preferences, this could take 4 to 8 weeks. So, it’s best to contact this studio early if you’re interested.
The Mud House Studio
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Website: https://www.themudhousestudio.com/
Address: Warehouse No. 2 4th St – Al Quoz – Al Quoz Industrial Area 3
Contact Details: +971 58 890 1500, [email protected]
Operating Hours:
- Tuesday – 2 PM to 8 PM
- Wednesday to Sunday – 10 AM to 8 PM
- Monday – Closed
Fees:
- 14 years old and above – Starts at AED 210
- 8 years to 13 – Starts at AED 160
If you want to make custom decor, The Mud House Studio is known for helping enthusiasts make a beautiful tableware set or decorative tiles.
You can explore its handbuilding (creating the shape of the pot with your hands) or wheel throwing (where the wheel does most of the work) classes. Or, you can sign up for one of its membership packages too!
And on top of the 5,500-square-foot space for the workshops, we appreciate that the studio offers a 1,000-square-foot customizable cafe area for birthdays, work events, and the like.
Insider scoop:
When it’s time to apply the glaze on your pottery pieces at The Mud House Studio, there are limited free colors available. Should you want more options, bring extra dirhams to pay more for this upgrade.
House of Clay
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Website: https://houseofclay.online/en/
Address: 14 villa 8 1st St – Al Barsha – Al Barsha South
Contact Details: +971 54 599 8192, [email protected]
Operating Hours:
- Sunday & Tuesday – 9 AM to 5 PM
- Wednesday – 11 AM to 8:30 PM
- Friday – 2 PM to 6 PM
- Monday, Thursday, Saturday – Closed
Fees:
- Starts at AED 169
House of Clay is located in a transformed villa with master artists and potters in Dubai providing courses for children and adults.
There’s a pottery course twice a week, as well as one-time pottery experiences with handbuilding and wheel throwing. We love that this also means getting free dates (the fruit kind), Emirati coffee and Karak (spiced black) tea, and a private gallery tour!
Beyond being a studio, we also believe it’s a fantastic art gallery! It’s got lots of one-of-a-kind ceramic pieces from murals and sculptures to homeware and decor.
Money-saving tip:
Bring a friend to class! House of Clay offers a 30% discount now and then when you take one more art enthusiast with you.
Crn Art Design Ceramic Studio
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Website: https://www.crnartdesign.com/
Address: Al Wasl Warehouse, Complex – R450 – 13 26th St – Al Quoz – Al Quoz Industrial Area 4
Contact Details: +971 50 235 0737, [email protected]
Operating Hours:
- Monday to Sunday – 10 AM to 9 PM
Fees:
- Adults – Starts at AED 210
- Toddlers & Parents – Starts at AED 140
Are you typically a busy bee? Turkish artist Ceren Senbark teaches pottery at Crn Art Design Ceramic Studio with a lot of flexibility. You can select from one-off, 5 days, weekly, or even monthly passes!
And upon checking the schedules online, there are plenty of walk-in experiences and glaze painting slots to consider. We also like that you’ll instantly see how many slots are left per date and time, so you can be more efficient with bookings.
Savvy suggestion:
Crn Art Design Ceramic Studio is usually open from 10 am to 7 pm. But if you’re running late in the evening, we say visit on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays. On these days, the studio is open until 8 pm.
Slab Ceramics Studio
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Website: http://slabceramics.ae/
Address: Belhasa Industrial Zone – Shed #7 – Al Quoz – Al Quoz Industrial Area 3
Contact Details: +971 54 888 6848, [email protected]
Operating Hours:
- Tuesday to Sunday – 10 AM to 8 PM
- Monday – Closed
Fees:
- Single Class – Starts at AED 210
Slab Ceramics Studio is a vibrant venue for people of all skill levels who want to take pottery workshops in Dubai. Its well-equipped facility offers pottery wheels, kilns, and other tools needed for a fruitful crafting experience.
The membership packages here have 3 tiers: general members get 1 bag of clay and share a communal space; space owners get a private area with table, shelf, and chair; and production members get a private area with 2 tables, 2 shelves, and a chair.
But if you don’t want that kind of commitment yet, we reckon you’ll like the day passes instead. There’s one for a single day (with 2 kg of clay) and for 5 days (with 5 kg of clay).
Smart pointer:
If you want to bring your own tools to Slab Ceramics Studio, we recommend getting a membership to have a private shelf. Make sure to label your own stuff too!
OKA Ceramic Studio
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Website: https://okaceramics.com/
Address: Near 17 25 C Street – Al Quoz – Al Quoz Industrial Area 3
Contact Details: +971 4 298 8939
Operating Hours:
- Tuesday to Sunday – 10 AM to 9 PM
- Monday – Closed
Fees:
- Starts at AED 220
OKA Ceramic Studio is a one-stop destination for all things pottery or ceramics-related. It provides classes and memberships, as well as studio rentals and commissions.
Most importantly, we find it handy that this studio offers a wide array of ceramics workshops. This goes from handbuilding to pottery on the wheel for beginners, intermediate, and advanced students.
There are many membership options too! We like that you can get a half day pass in case you’re still testing the waters. Other than that, there are passes for 1 day, 6 days, 1 month, 3 months, and 6 months—all of which can be bought online or in the studio.
Hot idea:
Want more privacy? Make time on a Friday! OKA Ceramic Studio offers limited slots on a few time slots on this day, so we suggest reserving early if you’re interested.
Dubai International Art Centre
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Website: https://artdubai.com/
Address: Villa #27 75B St – Jumeirah – Jumeirah Jumeirah 1
Contact Details: +971 4 344 4398, [email protected]
Operating Hours:
- Monday to Saturday – 9 AM to 10 PM
- Sunday – Closed
Fees:
- Starts at AED 75
Dubai International Art Centre provides diverse sculpting classes and pottery workshops in the city. This uses clay, wood, and stone for introductory and advanced level students.
With this studio, you can learn to throw clay on the wheel, build forms and figures in homebuilding classes, and carve on wood and stone from professional instructors.
But if your art cravings are still not satisfied, we love that there are a bunch of other workshops to try here, like drawing and painting, dress and jewelry making, flower arranging, and the like.
Useful hint:
Check out Dubai International Art Centre’s schedule to see different art exhibitions! Some examples are Indian folk art and African art. Plus, a bunch of paintings get sold here too!