Pottery Studio Membership
Memberships start with an in-person studio tour.
We'll show you the space, walk through how everything works, and answer your questions. If membership feels right for you, you can sign up at the end of the tour. No commitment to attend, no online checkout.
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Unlimited access to Claya's pottery studio in Denver's RiNo Arts District. 24 wheels, glaze library, kilns, slab roller, extruder, work tables, and a welcoming community. Members get their own shelf, and the freedom to make whenever inspiration strikes.
Membership Plans
- Founding Membership — $140/month. Available to the first 50 members, locked for 12 months (then transitions to the Standard Rate). 2-month minimum commitment.
- Standard Membership — Monthly — $175/month. Recurring monthly billing, 2-month minimum, cancel anytime after that.
- Standard Membership — 12 Months Prepaid — $1,860. One-time payment, works out to $155/month (11% off the Standard monthly plan).
Prepaid plans are one-time purchases. Access ends at the prepaid term's end; renew at the then-current rate. Prepaid plans are non-refundable for unused months.
How It Works
- Book a free 15–20 minute studio tour and orientation (use the "Book a Studio Tour" button above).
- Walk through the studio with our team — see the space, learn how everything works, and ask any questions.
- If membership feels right, sign up at the end of the tour. Your 24/7 door access starts right away.
Prerequisite
We ask that you take at least one beginner pottery class (or have equivalent experience) before joining as a member, so you can work safely and independently in the shared studio. See our Intro to Wheel Throwing class.
What's Included
- Open studio access — 24/7 secure access
- Your own designated shelf for storage, at least and approximately 48" long × 18" wide × 12" tall, equivalent to at least 6 cubic feet of storage
- Professional equipment: 24 wheels, slab roller, extruder, wedging table, worktables, community tools
- At least 14 dipping glazes for member use and a ROYGBIV palette of underglazes
- Bisque firing included
- Glaze firing: your first 250 cubic inches each month are on us. Additional firing is $0.05 per cubic inch. Your monthly allowance resets the 1st of each month and doesn't carry over.
- Rocky Mountain Clay bodies available for sale in-studio at wholesale rates
- Various glazes also available for purchase in-studio or online
Optional Add-Ons
- Top Shelf — No Height Limit ($15/month). A premium top-shelf storage spot with no upper height restriction, perfect for taller work like vases, urns, and larger sculptural pieces. Limited to 20 members. Learn more →
- Bag of Rocky Mountain BMX Cone 6 Clay — 25 lb ($21/bag). A smooth, versatile cone 5/6 stoneware. The standing member rate. Add a starter bag at signup, or pick one up in-studio anytime. Learn more →
Add either or both at the end of your studio tour, when you sign up.
Location
Claya
3440 Walnut Street
Denver, CO 80205 (RiNo Arts District)
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I become a member?
Start by booking a free 15–20 minute studio tour and orientation using the "Book a Studio Tour" button above. We'll walk through the studio together so you can see the space, learn how things work, and ask any questions. If membership feels like a fit, you can sign up at the end of the tour — 24/7 door access starts right away.
Do I need pottery experience to join?
Yes. We ask that you take at least one beginner class (or have equivalent experience) before joining as a member, so you can work safely and independently in the shared studio. Equivalent experience could include prior pottery classes at another studio, formal ceramics training, or solid hands-on experience with wheel throwing and handbuilding. If you're not sure whether your background qualifies, email us at info@clayastudios.com and we'll figure it out together.
What's the difference between Founding and Standard pricing?
Founding rate ($140/mo) is available to the first 50 members and locked for 12 months. After 12 months, Founding members transition to the $175/mo Standard Rate. Once the first 50 spots fill, new members join at the $175/mo Standard Rate. Standard members can also prepay 12 months upfront for $1,860 (11% off, $155/mo).
What's included with membership?
24/7 studio access, your own shelf, professional equipment (24 wheels, slab roller, extruder, worktables, community tools), At least 14 dipping glazes for member use and a ROYGBIV palette of underglazes, bisque firing included; glaze firing free up to 250 cubic inches per month then $0.05 per cubic inch (allowance resets monthly, no rollover), and monthly community gatherings.
Can I cancel anytime?
All memberships have a 2-month minimum commitment. After month 2, cancel anytime at clayastudios.com/pages/cancel-membership — no notice period required. Studio access continues through the end of your current billing period. Founding Rate members forfeit their founding pricing if they cancel and re-enroll later.
Where is Claya?
3440 Walnut Street, Denver, CO 80205 — RiNo Arts District. Free street parking, near 38th & Blake light rail.
Are there member-only events?
Yes, we host monthly community gatherings and quarterly workshops for members to learn, collaborate, and get to know one another.