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Wood • Adult • Level II: Woodworking • Mon (8/24/26 -  10/12/26) • $440 (Pro-rated 7 wk class)• MAIN
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Wood • Adult • Level II: Woodworking • Mon (8/24/26 - 10/12/26) • $440 (Pro-rated 7 wk class)• MAIN

$440

with Dennis Mulherin

  •  Please come dressed in close-toed shoes, a shirt that can be tucked in and either short sleeves, or sleeves that can be rolled up past your elbows. 
  • No loose or dangling jewelry.
  • If you have long hair, please have it securely tied back from your face.
  • We will provide safety goggles and/or full face shields, ear protection, and face masks to cover nose and mouth, but if you have your own PPE you would prefer to use, please do!

Please note that students only have open lab access corresponding to their specific class area (e.g., milling open lab is separate from turning open lab).

Ages: 16+ 

All supplies and materials will be provided. 

These classes include open studio time.

NO CLASS Sept. 7th. Studio closed for Labor Day.

Will be available to register on Monday, July 27 at 8:00am.

 

Clay • Youth • Hand-building  5A • TUE (Aug 25 - Sept 15) • Pay What You Can • MAIN
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Clay • Youth • Hand-building 5A • TUE (Aug 25 - Sept 15) • Pay What You Can • MAIN

$105

with Tatai Guillery

Ages: 5 - 9

Welcome to the world of pottery! This class is designed for young children that are new to clay and working to develop their skills in hand-building. Students will create fun and unique projects in functional and sculptural forms. Children will learn to build strong, hollow pieces and will slip and paint their own work. Join us for these weekly classes where kids can get messy, learn about clay, and make new friends!

Bring imagination into form through basic clay techniques and creative problem-solving. Instructors will encourage students to try new things and make vibrant works of art. Students will slip and paint their own work.

Ages: 5 - 9

This class is Pay What You Can with a suggested price of $105. 

Will be available to register on Monday, July 27 at 8:00am.

Glass • Youth • Preteen • Tue (8/25/26 - 9/15/26) • Pay What You Can • MAIN
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Glass • Youth • Preteen • Tue (8/25/26 - 9/15/26) • Pay What You Can • MAIN

$150

with Beatrice Chavez

Ages: 9 - 12

Why should adults have all the fun? This class will spend four weeks going over low-fire glassworking techniques like kiln fusing, coldworking (working with unheated glass), mosaic, and more! The projects will be simple and may vary depending on the material and technique being covered that week.

This class has no prerequisites and is specifically set up for absolute beginners to this art form. Our Glass Studio does have some safety basics that must be met before anyone is allowed to join in the fun (failure to meet these requirements will result in not being granted access to the equipment):

  • Please come dressed in closed-toe and closed-heel shoes, and natural material clothing, i.e. cotton or linen; long pants are recommended
  • No loose or dangling jewelry, long earrings, or scarves.
  • If you have long hair, please have it securely tied back from your face.
  • We will provide safety goggles, but if you have your own and would like to bring them, please do!

Ages: 9 - 12

All supplies and materials will be provided during class.

This class is Pay What You Can with a suggested price of $150.

No youth or family classes the week of March 16 for Spring Break. 

Will be available to register on Monday, July 27 at 8:00am.

Wood • Youth • Teen Woodworking • Tue (8/25/26 - 9/15/26) • Pay What You Can • MAIN

$255

with Andrew Lee

Calendar Aug 25, 2026 at 4:30 pm, runs for 4 weeks

Ages: 12 - 16

Woodworking Fun for Kids! Spark your child's creativity and introduce them to the exciting world of woodworking! In this fun and safe class, young learners will learn basic woodworking skills while crafting their own unique projects.

This class has no prerequisites and is open to beginners and seasoned woodworkers alike, but our Wood Studio has some safety basics before anyone is allowed to join in the fun (failure to meet these requirements will result in not being granted access to the equipment): 

  • Please come dressed in close-toed shoes, a shirt that can be tucked in and either short sleeves, or sleeves that can be rolled up past your elbows. 
  • No loose or dangling jewelry.
  • If you have long hair, please have it securely tied back from your face.
  • We will provide safety goggles and/or full face shields, ear protection, and face masks to cover nose and mouth, but if you have your own PPE you would prefer to use, please do! 

Ages: 12 - 16

No youth or family classes the week of March 16 for Spring Break. 

All supplies and materials will be provided.  

This class is Pay What You Can with a suggested price of $255.

Will be available to register on Monday, July 27 at 8:00am.

Will run

Metal • Adult • Level I: Welding • Tue (8/25/26 - 9/15/26) • $415 • MAIN

$415

with James Makely

Calendar Aug 25, 2026 at 5 pm, runs for 4 weeks

Gas Metal Arc Welding, is the process by which an electric arc forms between a wire electrode and metal, causing fusion. Students will learn MIG wire-feed welding and the basics of creating an enclosed form. Students will practice techniques for putting steel together, fitting interior parts, and aesthetic sanding with a hand held grinder. Emphasis will be placed on both the welding and assembly processes.

This class has no prerequisites and is specifically set up for absolute beginners to this art form. Our Metal Studio does have some safety basics before anyone is allowed to join in the fun (failure to meet these requirements will result in not being granted access to the equipment):

  • Please come dressed in close-toe shoes, and natural material clothing, i.e. cotton or linen, long pants are required.
  • For welding, a long sleeved cotton shirt is recommended that fully covers your chest. We have long sleeve over-shirts in the studio. Please be aware that sparks can damage clothing.
  • A bandana or tight cap is advised. If you have long hair, please have it securely tied back from your face.
  • No loose or dangling jewelry, long earrings or scarves.
  • We will provide safety goggles and other PPE, but if you have your own and would like to bring them, please do!
  • Please bring a water bottle!

Please note that students only have open lab access corresponding to their specific class area (e.g., blacksmithing open lab is separate from welding open lab).

Ages: 16+

All supplies and materials will be provided during class.

Will be available to register on Monday, July 27 at 8:00am.

Will run

Clay • Adult • Stencil Design 5A • WED (Aug 26 - Sept 16) • $140 • HILL
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Clay • Adult • Stencil Design 5A • WED (Aug 26 - Sept 16) • $140 • HILL

$140

with Emily Riggs

Explore pattern and color! Use stencils to enliven your slab-built creations. In this class we'll start by having students make their own stencils, and then learn how to use these stencils with slabs for functional or decorative pieces like vases or serving dishes. All levels welcome!

This class takes place at Groundworks HILL at 1010 Aurora Ave, Boulder, CO

This class meets weekly for 4 weeks on WEDNESDAYS.

Class does NOT include additional open lab time or clay. All work must be completed during class time. 

Ages: 16+

Will be available to register on Monday, July 27 at 8:00am.

Clay • Youth • Hand-building  5A • WED (Aug 26 - Sept 16) • Pay What You Can • HILL
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Clay • Youth • Hand-building 5A • WED (Aug 26 - Sept 16) • Pay What You Can • HILL

$105

with Tatai Guillery

Ages: 5 - 9

Welcome to the world of pottery! This class is designed for young children that are new to clay and working to develop their skills in hand-building. Students will create fun and unique projects in functional and sculptural forms. Children will learn to build strong, hollow pieces and will slip and paint their own work. Join us for these weekly classes where kids can get messy, learn about clay, and make new friends!

Bring imagination into form through basic clay techniques and creative problem-solving. Instructors will encourage students to try new things and make vibrant works of art. Students will slip and paint their own work.

Ages: 5 - 9

This class is Pay What You Can with a suggested price of $105.

Will be available to register on Monday, July 27 at 8:00am.

Clay • Youth • Teen Wheel • WED (Aug 26 - Oct 14) • Pay What You Can • HILL

$240

with Aaron Winston

Calendar Aug 26, 2026 at 4:30 pm, runs for 8 weeks

Ages: 12 - 16

This class is great for teenagers that are new to the wheel as well as those that are further developing their throwing skills.

Classes will include both hand-building and wheel-throwing, trimming of thrown pots, slip decorating, and glazing of bisqued pieces. These classes are a great chance for students to learn a variety of techniques, ask questions, and play with clay!

Ages: 12-16

Class meets weekly on WEDNESDAYS

This class is Pay What You Can with a suggested price of $240.

Will be available to register on Monday, July 27 at 8:00am.

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