Forget the digital noise—pottery is the ultimate way to get offline and get your hands dirty. What started as a quiet hobby has become the Philippines’ go-to creative escape, offering a much-needed mix of therapy and artistry.
From cozy urban studios to hidden pottery farms, there’s a space for everyone to get messy and make mistakes. We’ve curated a list of the top wheel-throwing and hand-building classes for your next weekend adventure. If you’re looking for a mindful way to unwind or a unique date-night idea, it’s time to see what you can shape when you finally slow down.
1. Tahanan Pottery Shop
Tahanan Pottery is a well-known pottery studio in Quezon City offering classes for all skill levels, from beginners to more advanced learners. They offer multi-session classes on pottery wheel and hand-building techniques with glazing and firing included.
Classes & prices (based on current offerings):
- Basic Pottery Wheel Class – Php9,000 for seven (7) sessions.
- Mastering the Basics Pottery Wheel Class – Php10,000 for seven (7) sessions.
- Intermediate Pottery Wheel Class – Php15,000 for seven (7) sessions
They also offer hand-building classes, advanced classes, and special workshops, plus studio use for former students.
📍27 Scout Tobias, Cor Sct Lozano, Quezon City, Philippines, 1103
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2. Pottery Sessions
Pottery Sessions is a Makati-based studio offering pottery workshops and classes focused on both wheel-throwing and hand-building. It’s suitable for beginners and those who want to relax and be creative. Their price range from Php3,000 to Php4,000++
📍6057 R. Palma, Makati, Philippines
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3. Cornerstone Pottery Farm
Cornerstone Pottery Farm is known more as a ceramic shop and pottery destination showcasing hand-crafted ceramic pieces and garden pottery. The “farm” setting reflects their vision of a creative space where art, craft, and community meet.
The farm regularly hosts pottery workshops led by EJ Espiritu, a ceramic engineer by training. These sessions attract hobbyists, corporate teams, and local celebrities seeking hands-on experience in wheel-throwing and glazing. Beyond training, the studio participates in art fairs such as Artefino and Art in the Park, helping sustain Philippine craft visibility.
📍Balubad 1 Cornerstone, B1084 Balubad 1st Road, Service Road, Silang, 4118 Cavite
Facebook | https://www.facebook.com/cornerstonepotteryfarm/
4. Bumi and Ashe Pottery Class
This pottery class place located in Cubao is very famous, so many celebrities and influencers have already visited to experience their pottery class. They have a variety of pottery classes that range from Php2,800 to multiple courses worth Php16,000.
They also have a pottery wheel throwing for Php 3,700, mug-making on the wheel for Php3,950.00. Check out their website for their rates.
📍59a Cubao Expo Drwy, Cubao, Quezon City, Metro Manila
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5. Wabi Sabi
Established in 2020, Wabi Sabi is a creative pottery studio and cafe that began in San Juan and later on relocated in Pasig. The founders, Pau and Gabbie Javier, drew inspiration from the Japanese aesthetic of wabi-sabi—finding beauty in imperfection. Their move to Pasig allowed for a larger, naturally lit workspace conducive to creativity.
They’re well-known for their 1-day wheel throwing crash courses, group workshops, and additional creative sessions.
Examples of offerings:
- 1-Day Wheel Throwing Crash Course – around ₱3,000–₱4,400 depending on platform and inclusions.
- Multi-session wheel workshops (e.g., 3 or 5 sessions) with varying prices.
- Other activities like mug painting and cafe experiences are also offered.
📍4th Floor, 10 E Capitol Dr, Pasig, Metro Manila
Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/wabisabistudio.ph/
6. Rise and Shine Pottery
Rise and Shine Pottery, located in Silang, Cavite, offers pottery classes and workshops that emphasize creativity and mental wellness. They have Pottery Workshops, Pottery Classes, and Medication through pottery, among others.
Besides showcasing your talent through pottery classes, it also helps your mind to refresh and to focus.
📍Pulong Saging, Silang, Philippines, 4118
Facebook | https://www.facebook.com/riseandshinepottery/
7. AMT Ceramics
AMT Ceramic Studio is a home-based pottery and ceramic art studio in Tandang Sora, Quezon City, Metro Manila, founded by Filipino artist Alfred Mark (AM) Trajeco. The studio blends Japanese and Filipino aesthetics to produce minimalist, nature-inspired ceramics and provides creative spaces for learning and community engagement in pottery. The studio’s founding marked its first kiln firing or Hatsugama, a significant tradition in Japanese pottery.
Their workshops range from Php 2,800 (Wheel-throwing & hand building) to a full course worth Php8,500. Visit their website to know more about their promos and courses.
📍AMT Ceramic Studio, Quezon City, Philippines, 1116
Facebook | https://www.facebook.com/amtceramics/
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