Pottery 123 - Calgary, Alberta

Hugo L.

We had a great time at this pottery shop for a date night! The experience was fun and enjoyable, with friendly and patient instructors. The golden retrievers on site were a nice touch. Everything was included, including snacks, so all we had to bring was ourselves. Definitely recommend giving it a try!

Kristen K.

WOW. I have to say, I stumbled across this place out of coincidence in my area and I am so thankful I did! Debbie and team provided such a wonderful and lovely Date Night program. There was food, drinks, music, their precious 2 Golden Retrievers - Willow and Lilac. Who could pass up those good vibes!! 10/10 experience and highly recommend for any couple wanting a different kind of date! Can’t wait to see how our creations turn out 🙂

Sara

I registered for the beginner learn to throw pottery course with Deb at Pottery 123 and it has been a wonderful and really fun experience! Deb is a fantastic teacher who is patient and fun and I love that she teaches the traditional foundations of pottery. A really nice, clean and welcoming studio, with amazing teachers who have been so nice and very helpful. Good vibes at Pottery 123! If you’re looking to play with clay and learn some creative pottery skills, definitely check this place out, I highly recommend!!

Roy S.

Love love LOVED this workshop! They offer a one-time, 2 hour workshop for anyone who wants to try pottery without the commitment. I brought my mom and sisters and we all had a blast! The two lovely ladies who instructed us explained everything very clearly and helped you while teaching! They were so nice and so helpful and the studio was very clean. 10/10 would recommend for anyone who wants to try something new and fun in a safe space AND bring home a cute pottery item you made 🙂

D.T D. (.

I went to the Pottery Wheel Date Night with my partner and it was so much fun! Debbie and her assistants were so helpful and taught us how to use the wheel in a way that was easy to understand. We made a spoon rest and a vase, and learned so much! Snacks and water were provided and Debbie’s approach to teaching was very laidback while also being hands on. I highly recommend this for anyone wanting to try learning how to use the pottery wheel in a no-pressure and fun environment.

Darrah K.

Great date night idea! Debbie and the rest of the staff were amazing! First time for us both doing pottery and we felt like we received 1-1 instruction! Debbie made the experience truly wonderful with her kindness and thoughtfulness - she gave all the women roses for international women’s day and take home Polaroid photos to remember the evening. Every detail of the night was wonderfully thought out - even delicious snacks! Highly recommend!! Would definitely go again!

Michelle S.

Taking a pottery wheel class has been a ‘bucket’ list of mine for sometime. Even before starting classes I had to miss the first one. Debbie was extremely understanding and accommodating as she offered to do a one-on-one session to catch me up before the start of the second class. Finding Pottery123 has been the perfect place to nurture this desire and love for pottery! Debbie and her team of instructors are amazing! They are genuine in showing to every student kindness and patience, so we can succeed by understanding the basics of throwing clay. The atmosphere is welcoming, the studio is well equipped, clean and organized. I am so glad I chose to come and fill my bucket list at Pottery123, where I have been given the bast chance at becoming a potter!

Tara F.

In 2022, I sought out pottery classes – as a complete beginner – and found Deb van Berkel (now Pottery 123). I was a bit nervous about learning pottery, but Deb’s patience and welcoming manner quickly put me at ease. She has a natural talent for teaching and an incredible ability to break down the basics in a way that makes pottery accessible and fun.

What really stood out was how much she focuses on setting beginners up for success. From helping me master foundational techniques to guiding me through my first completed piece, Deb was always there with encouragement and practical advice. If you’re looking to learn pottery in a supportive and inspiring environment, Pottery 123 is the place.