Classes FAQ

How often do you offer classes?

We offer classes regularly during the year, both daytime and evening on Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday in Winter, Spring, Summer and Fall. Classes are posted on our website as registration is opened. Emails announcing classes are sent in advance. Join our mailing list to get notices of classes. https://mississaugapotters.com/classes

Are class fees refundable?

Refund and Cancellation Policy

Written Notice: All cancellations must be communicated to classes@mississaugapotters.com at least 10 days before the course start date.

Cancellation Fees:

• More than 10 days before: Refund minus a $50 admin fee.
• 10 days or less before: No refund.

Exceptional Circumstances: You can request to defer to a future course if needed, by emailing at least 7 days before the start date. Approval is at the Guild’s discretion.

Conditions: All fees must be paid. Deferment is only available if there’s space in the desired course. A $50 fee applies, and it’s non-refundable.

Course Cancellations by the Guild: If the Guild cancels a course, you’ll get a full refund or can transfer to a future course, if available.

Refunds: Refunds are processed within 10 business days via the original payment method.

How much is a class?

Fees are posted on the website. https://mississaugapotters.com/classes

Are classes suitable for beginners?

Classes are suitable for all levels. Instructors adjust their teaching according to the skill level and interests of the students.

My friend and I want to register in the same class. Can I register for my friend?

Registration is first come first served. Each participant needs to submit own application.

The class I want to take is full. Will more spots open up?

Once a class is full, no more spots will open. We recommend joining the waitlist. If a spot becomes available, it will go to the first person on the waitlist.

All your classes are sold out. Will more classes become available?

We are sorry that you were unable to register. Please join our mailing list to get notices of our classes as aside from the ones posted, we cannot add anymore classes than we currently have.

How do I join a waitlist?

Select the class you are interested in and if the class is full you will have the option to subscribe to the waitlist.

Can I pre-register for the next class session? Will people on the waitlist from last session be offered a spot first?

We do not offer pre-registration. Classes are available on a first-come, first-served basis.

If a class is full, you may join the waitlist, but please note it applies only to the current session and does not carry over to future sessions.

To find out when registration opens, visit our website or subscribe to our mailing list for updates. Be ready to register as soon as it opens to secure your spot.

Do I need to be a member to take a class?

Everyone is welcome. Membership is not a requirement to signup for classes. However, there are many advantages of joing as a community member, especially if you wish to become a studio member. Please see our membership page https://mississaugapotters.com/membership

Can I purchase community membership at the same time I register for a class?

Unfortunately these two transactions cannot be combined into one transaction.

I will miss some classes this session. Can I make up the missed classes?

We do not offer make up classes for missed classes. However, you can sign up for Open Studio to practice on your own for a small fee. https://mississaugapotters.com/events/open-studio

Do you offer Drop-in classes?

Please visit https://mississaugapotters.com/events/open-studio to learn more and subscribe to our mailing list to receive notice of the Open Studio sessions being offered this year.

What is the minimum age for Adult classes?

Adult Classes are open to anyone 18 years or older.

Do you offer classes for children or youth?

We offer Youth Clay Camp(s) during the summer for youth 10 to 17 yrs.

Do you offer parent/child classes?

Open Studio is offered to anyone 8 years or older. Kids under 14 must be accompanied by registered Adult

Can I register both my children for the Summer Clay Camp?

At time of registration Parents are able to register for more than one youth per class.

Can I take a class with my 16 year old teenager?

The minimum age for Adult classes is 18 years old. We recommend a Youth Summer Camp for your child or you can both register for Open Studio. https://mississaugapotters.com/events/open-studio

Do you offer private lessons, at home business, school, daycare etc?

We do not offer private events, birthday parties, team building or corporate events, on or off premises.