Develop a grounding clay practice across five creative days. Learn wedging, centering, and throwing cylinders/bowls on the wheel; hand-building covers pinching, coiling, slabs, and simple sculptures. Glaze sessions introduce slips, underglaze, and finishing. Expect demos, guided practice, and instructor feedback. You’ll complete several pieces (firing schedules permitting) and get a home toolkit guide to keep creating.
The Hotel has standard Check-In time as 02:00 PM and Check-Out time as 12:00 PM.
Program times
Mon - 11:00 am – 06:30 pm
Tue - 11:00 am – 06:30 pm
Wed - 11:00 am – 06:30 pm
Thu - 11:00 am – 06:30 pm
Fri - 11:00 am – 06:30 pm
Sat - 11:00 am – 06:30 pm
Sun - 11:00 am – 06:30 pm
Daily workshops
Our individual pottery classes are perfect for beginners and enthusiasts alike. Choose from wheel throwing or hand building sessions, each designed to provide hands-on experience and guidance in a relaxed environment. These classes allow you to explore your creativity and enjoy the therapeutic process of working with clay.
Wheel throwing (90 minutes)
This 90-minute wheel throwing session is a concise yet focused class designed for those seeking an introduction to pottery or a quick, creative break in their day. You'll learn the basics of centering, shaping, and molding clay on the potter's wheel under expert guidance, ensuring a fun and enriching experience.This 90-minute wheel throwing session is a concise yet focused class designed for those seeking an introduction to pottery or a quick, creative break in their day. You'll learn the basics
Wheel throwing - ( 2 hours)
This 2-hour wheel throwing session offers a comprehensive and immersive experience. Guided by expert instructors, you'll learn essential techniques such as centering, pulling, and shaping clay on the potter's wheel. Perfect for beginners wanting a thorough introduction or for experienced potters seeking dedicated practice time, this class ensures ample time to create and refine your pieces.
What’s Included:
Use of high-quality terracotta clay
Step-by-step guidance tailored to your skill level
Clay sculpting ( 2 hours)
In this hands-on class, you will explore various clay sculpting techniques that allow you to create beautiful, one-of-a-kind pieces. You’ll learn to manipulate the clay through simple, yet effective methods that encourage creativity and experimentation.
Techniques Covered in Clay Sculpting
1. Coiling
2. Pinching
3. Slab Building
4. Carving
5. Modeling
Pottery courses
Our pottery courses offer an immersive learning experience for all skill levels. Whether you're new to pottery or looking to refine your craft, you'll explore both wheel throwing and clay sculpting techniques. With flexible weekly and monthly options, these courses provide hands-on instruction to help you create unique pieces and progress at your own pace.
Weekly courses (5 sessions)
Ideal for those looking for an intensive week of pottery. Five 2.5 hour sessions give you a chance to learn both basic and advanced techniques.
Monthly pass (16 sessions)
Designed for individuals who are passionate about pottery and want to immerse themselves fully in the craft. With 16 sessions over the course of a month, you’ll have 4 sessions per week (2.5 hours each), allowing you to explore a range of techniques and gain hands-on experience.
Aavya Rise is a boutique women's wellness retreat nestled in Kerala's serene countryside near Kochi. The center specializes in holistic programs designed to support women’s health, offering therapies for hormonal balance, detox, fertility, and emotional well-being. Programs are supervised by women practitioners who provide personalized Ayurvedic consultations, naturopathic coaching, yoga, and meditation. Accommodations feature tranquil garden villas and cozy cottages with a calm, feminine energy. Daily routines include gentle yoga, pranayama, breathwork, detox therapies such as herbal massages and steam, and nutritious plant-based meals crafted to support hormonal health. Additional offerings include workshops on menstrual care, emotional healing, and self-love rituals. With attentive care, a nurturing community atmosphere, and a strong focus on feminine wellness, Aavya Rise is ideal for women seeking restorative transformation in a safe and soul-nourishing environment.
Our most expansive suite, ideal for families or friends. It includes two rooms: one with a double bed, the other with twin beds. A fully equipped kitchen makes longer stays easy and comfortable. Wide windows open to panoramic views of the Himalayas, and each day begins with mountain air and forest sounds
Each session is an opportunity to explore new flavors, refine your cooking skills, and enjoy the meditative process of preparing delicious meals.
Places are limited so please book early to avoid disappointment.
The deposit is non-refundable, if the booking is cancelled. The rest of the payment should be paid on arrival.
