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The Best Jawn in Philly

Spin, sip, and create at your next private event! Craft a custom bowl, mug, or planter while our expert instructors guide you step-by-step—no experience needed. We’ll make it easy, fun, and tailored to your group.

Bring your own drinks, vibe out to great music, and enjoy free access to our retro game room while you shape something unforgettable.

Looking for fun things to do in Philadelphia? Book your private event at Yay Clay!

Perfect for:

  • Birthdays & anniversaries
  • Celebrations & special occasions
  • Team-building events
  • Trying something new solo or with friends
YAY Clay! is located in the heart of Philadelphia’s River Wards section, in Port Richmond just north of Fishtown — minutes from Northern Liberties, Olde Kensington, and Kensington.
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For most 8 week classes on our first week we will cut all of our pots in half so we can learn how to get better 😌 

#beginnerpottery  #Clay #VisitPhilly

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I think somewhere along the way being an adult started meaning we’re supposed to already know how to do everything 

kids don’t worry about being good at something before they try it. They just make play and mess up and keep going. 

Maybe we all can use a little more of that.

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24/7 access to unlimited studio time >>>

📍Yay Clay! Philadelphia offers studio memberships for only $150 a month and it includes 24 hour access, use of our glazes, and bisque firings. Glaze firings, and clay is purchased separately. 

We also offer a Glaze Only Membership for $75 per month and it’s designed for people with their own home studio, but no kilns or glazes. You can make your pieces at home and then bring them to the studio for bisque firing, glazing, and glaze firing. 🙌 

#hobby #pottery #visitphilly 

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picking up a hobby as an adult is hard. So we made it easy for you!

All you got to do is show up and our instructors will show you how to do everything,

Yes… it’s that simple 

yayclay.com

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Asking strangers to try the pottery wheel 🫢 looks like we were both learning 😭

#pottery #clay #visitphilly

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no we’re not making pancakes

every clay class starts the same way. you slap your clay down, get it centered, and build from there. nobody’s first one comes out straight, and that’s usually where the laughing starts

book at yayclay.com

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How to make sure your lid fits perfectly onto your vessel ✨ do you have any other tricks or tips for this? 

#clay #pottery #visitphilly

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Can a vase have a handle? 🤔

In our class you totally pick what you make! 

want a mug? make a mug. want a bowl the size of your head? Okay maybe not that big… 

you can make what you want within reason and at the end of it it’s yours to keep!

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Yayclay.com

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Want to learn more about sculpting with @kbknight.art ?

We have a new class starting October 21! 

In Sculpting Portraits in Clay, you’ll study the anatomy of the male and female skull, break down facial features, and work toward creating your own bust.

You’ll learn the basics of armature building, modeling and carving techniques, and how to use calipers and different surface treatments to bring your piece to life.

📆 Starting October 21 – December 16
Wednesdays from 6–8 PM

Clay, materials, firings, and 16 hours of open studio time are included.

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no experience. no problem!

We’ll show you exactly what to do with your hands when you’re on the wheel! 

yayclay.com

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How to turn clay into a functional fermentation jar ✨ let us know if you have any questions 🙌 

#pottery #visitphilly #tips

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Sharika M. ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Glad to have done this experience! Make sure to read the email details on how to access the studio. The studio itself has remarkable decor! I was fascinated by every inch of the wall.

The classes are typically 2 hours but can be shorter if it’s a smaller group. You’re able to make whatever you want – mugs, plates, vases!

I learned so much and grew a new appreciation for pottery. Devin was super patient and knowledgeable. He helped our dreams come true!

After the class, you can pick up your piece 4 weeks later once the glaze is on and the piece is fired up in the kiln.

Krystal B. ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

So thankful that my friend gifted me with a pottery class experience for my birthday! The entire experience was so much fun! The duration of the class was 2 hours and was led by an instructor who was patient and answered any questions that participants had about the process! He explained every detail and would jump in when I was struggling (which was often lol). Overall, great experience! I can’t wait to return!

Stephanie L. ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Such a fun and different date night! We did a clay date and had the best time!!! Came on a Friday night and parking was easy. It’s also BYOB!!!

It was us and 4 other couples. Our instructor James was great. The whole room was a vibe and we had the best time making out pieces then decorating them!

Nicole M. ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Drove 1hour and 30 minutes just to visit YayClay! So so happy we did! It was my wifes birthday and she’s always wanted to try pottery. Hands down the best place. We’ve never done pottery before so we were a little nervous but the instructors were amazing! They take everything step by step. They work hands on with you as well so thats also a big help. Everything was just a 10/10. The different rooms were cool! We had the retro room and it was so cool to see everything they had. They had 2 free arcade games and a free claw machine. Plenty of photo ops. Tori and another young woman were very helpful today and informative. They made our first experience so memorable and so fun! Worth every penny and more! We will definitely be back! So if you’re second guessing it, JUST GO! BOOK IT! You wont regret it