Clay Play Camps
Get Creative This Summer!
Decker-Smith Pottery is so excited to offer week-long Clay Play Day Camps in our studio this summer (2025)! Kids will get to experience all things clay, and make tons of cool creations in the process.
At Clay Play Camp participants will sculpt, hand-build, coil-build, slab-build, use texture, carving, and appliqué, decorate, glaze, and see how the kiln works.
But the most exciting part is always seeing pottery made on a potter’s wheel. I’ve lost count of the ooohs, ahhhhs, and wows I hear when I demonstrate throwing on the wheel. Your child will see how it’s done, and get to try it themselves!
Book now to hold your spot!
Summer Camp Options:
June 9-13 - Clay Play 101 Camp - This camp will cater to those new to clay, or new to Clay Play Camp, but seasoned repeaters are welcome too! We will start with the basics of wheel-throwing and hand-bilding, and they will be amazed with what they can create using simple techniques!
June 16-20 - Clay Play Wizards and Whimsy Camp - This week we will use the clay to conjure all things magic and whimsical! Potions, fairies, and crystals galore will be among the curiosities we will create together.
June 23-27 - Clay Play Nature Camp - Join us this week for flora, fauna, and fun as we explore the natural world in clay.
June 30 - July 4 - Clay Play Advanced Camp (for 4th - 7th graders) - It’s such a joy to have Clay Players return for multiple classes and camps over the years. This camp caters to them, and to others who have clay experience. They will get to explore more on the pottery wheel, will learn more advanced techniques, and engage in more complex projects.
(All camps will include wheel-throwing and as always, if participants are inspired to make beyond what is planned, that is always welcomed. Selecting specific camps won’t limit what they’re able to make).
Registration Information Below!
Spring Break Clay Play Days
Decker-Smith Pottery is excited to offer two Clay Play Days at our studio during spring break. Participants will get to experience all things clay (including a wheel-throwing demonstration), and make cool creations in the process.
When: Monday, March 24, 2025 and/or Monday, March 31, 2025, from 9:00 am - 3:00 pm.
Who: Clay Play Days are for children in kindergarten - 6th grade.
Where: The Decker-Smith Pottery studio (in the Southern Hills neighborhood of Denver.)
Cost: $90 for one day or $160 for both
Food: Kids will need to bring two snacks, lunch, and a water bottle.
To register your kiddo(s), follow the two steps below.
Summer Camp Details:
Dates:
June 9-13, 2025 - Clay Play 101 Camp
June 16-20, 2025 - Clay Play Wizards and Whimsy Camp
June 23-27, 2025 - Clay Play Nature Camp
June 30-July 4, 2025 - Clay Play Advanced Camp (for 4th - 7th graders)
Times:
Mornings Only - 9:00 am - 12:00 pm
Full Days - 9:00 am - 3:00 pm
Ages: Clay Play Camp is for children entering 2nd - 6th grade, except for Clay Play Advanced Camp, which is for 4th - 7th graders.
Where: The Decker-Smith Pottery studio (in the Southern Hills neighborhood of Denver, Colorado).
Cost:
Morning Only - $270 weekly rate/$55 daily rate
Full Day - $470 weekly rate/$95 daily rate
Schedule: Our camp days will include time for creating, playing, eating snacks and lunch, and taking breaks at McWilliams (Dinosaur) Park, located across the street.
Food: Kids will need to bring two snacks, lunch, and a water bottle each day of camp.
Safety:
There will be a child to helper ratio of no more than 8 children to 1 helper.
We will be outside as much of the time as possible on the covered porch that adjoins the studio, in the back yard, or at the park across the street.
Please make any allergies, medical, or emotional needs known when you register your child for camp. We will discuss how we can best serve your camper and how to ensure their safety and enjoyment while at camp.
Ready to Register your Child(ren)?
Complete these two steps.
1) Email me the following information for each participant:
Child's Name:
Child's Pronouns:
Which Camp(s):
Spring Break Clay Play Day 03/24/25
Spring Break Clay Play Day 03/31/24
June 9-13 - Clay Play 101 Camp
June 16-20 - Clay Play Wizards and Whimsy Camp
June 23-27 - Clay Play Nature Camp
June 30 - July 4 - Clay Play Advanced Camp (for 4th - 7th graders)
(For Summer Camps) Full Week or Which Days:
(For Summer Camps) Morning Only or Full Day:
Child's Birthdate:
Child's Grade:
Parent's Name:
Parent's Phone:
Additional Emergency Contact Name:
Additional Emergency Contact Phone:
Names of people who will pick your child up from Clay Play Camp:
Allergies/Restrictions/Medical/Emotional Needs:
2) A deposit of $100 per participant is required to hold their spot at Summer Clay Play Camp. Full payment is required to register for Spring Break Days. You may pay by Venmo (@deckersmithpottery) or PayPal (using my email address).
Once you have completed those steps you will receive an email letting you know that your child's information and deposit have been received. Payment of summer camp balance will be due by June 1, 2025.