Summer Camp 2026
Weekly pottery camps for kids at The Pottery Loop. Handbuilding, wheel throwing, and creative ceramic skills—Monday through Friday.
Programs by Age
Classes are capped at 10 students for a personalized experience. We offer individualized assistance as needed.
Ages 5–10
Handbuilding & Ceramics
Kids explore handbuilding techniques—pinch, coil, slab—and create mugs, bowls, figurines, and more. All materials and tools provided.
Ages 11–16
Handbuilding & Wheel Throwing
Handbuilding plus wheel throwing. Wheel throwing requires enough body weight to center the clay; we recommend ages 11 and up for the wheel.
Session Options
Choose half-day or full-day. Each camp runs Monday through Friday.
Morning
9:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Handbuilding and ceramic skills
Afternoon
1:00 PM – 4:00 PM
Handbuilding and ceramic skills
Full Day
9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Morning + lunch hour + afternoon
Lunch Hour Add-On — $40
When you select both morning and afternoon sessions, the lunch hour (12:00 PM – 1:00 PM) is included. Kids bring a peanut-free packed lunch. Games and crafts are available between classes.
Monday – Friday, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM
10 Weeks of Camp
June 8 – August 14, 2026
Week 1
June 8 – June 12
Week 2
June 15 – June 19
Week 3
June 22 – June 26
Week 4
June 29 – July 3
Week 5
July 6 – July 10
Week 6
July 13 – July 17
Week 7
July 20 – July 24
Week 8
July 27 – July 31
Week 9
August 3 – August 7
Week 10
August 10 – August 14
About Our Summer Camps
Background Checks
All teachers have passed background checks.
Security
We maintain strict security.
Peanut-Free
Our studio is peanut-free.
Duration
Each camp runs Monday through Friday.
Scholarships
We have 8 scholarships available. Inquire via email to potterychicago@gmail.com.
Ready to Register?
Email us to reserve a spot or ask about pricing and availability for your preferred week and session.
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