Private Ceramic Tradition Lesson in Vietri sul Mare: Experience Ancient Techniques

Engaging with clay: molding it with your personal touch and forming a figure is enjoyable and thrilling. Participating in one of the oldest practices is like diving into the rich history of our city, a city renowned for its timeless ceramic heritage.

Duration: 1 hour
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Pulcinella sciòroom - The magic potter’s wheel.
    You will be able to learn the basic positions and feel the pleasant sensation of wet clay running fast under your fingers.
    You get so dirty, but it’s amazing to see a shape grow in your hands.
    It’s a difficult art and it takes many hours of practice before you can make a potter’s wheel.
    I will help you make at least one small cup.
What's Included
  • Antibacterial gel available for staff and travellers
  • Bottled water
  • Tools and work shirts provided
  • Tea and coffee
Location
Pulcinella sciòroom
Corso Umberto Iᵒ
The association Pulcinella sciòroom is located on the main street, Corso Umberto I. A few minutes on foot there is the pay parking in Piazza Matteotti. From the FFSS Vietri -Amalfi station it takes 5 minutes on foot.
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
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Lexie
Oct 9, 2024
Amazing private experience learning to traditionally mould ceramic clay - This was an amazing find. Only found this opportunity the day before and so glad we booked. We are on our honeymoon and we’re looking for unique experiences while in the Amalfi Coast. The lesson was a private lesson for only me and my husband and we had a great experience watching and then practicing moulding clay in the traditional Italian way. Our instructor was incredibly knowledgeable and helpful and we both felt excited to try something new. She would assist our technique and we both were able to come out with okay looking shapes. This was fun, but a but messy so make sure you wear something washable. Not only did we have a great time, she offers to dry, fire and ship your pot to you after it’s completed. The best honeymoon souvenir we could imaging! Thanks again for best experience!
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Hannah_m
Oct 5, 2024
amazing. - We had an amazing afternoon learning how to work with the clay, a very wholesome activity to do! we booked this experience last minute and i'm so happy we did! the host is very experienced, patient and a great teacher, offered us a coffee and water on arrival and helped us when we needed it! Would 100% recommend!
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Toni_c
Oct 4, 2024
Patient Kind and Sweet - Elvira is a master at her craft. She is a patient teacher who will have you making a cute piece in no time. Be aware these pieces need time to dry and you will need to ship them back home. I opted to buy a pre-made piece for myself and left my little creation in her care to do with as she will. It's a nice introduction to the world of pottery and you can say you learned from a Master.
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Kate102030
Oct 1, 2024
A fun and interesting experience - We really enjoyed this experience. We learned about the local ceramics traditions as well as some techniques to make a vase using a pottery wheel. It’s harder than it looks but the teacher was friendly, funny and patient.
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Carolyn_f
Aug 21, 2024
The highlight of our day!!! - Oh my! What a treat!!! This was the highlight of our day yesterday! Even my husband, who wasn't even all that interested in doing this activity absolutely LOVED it!!! The instructor was very welcoming and pleasant! My husband, being a college instructor, was very impressed with how clearly she explained things, speaking mostly in english while switching to her native tongue Italian from time to time. She was very patient and helped us while still allowing us to do most of the work ourselves! We can't say enough good things about this experience and highly recommend it to anyone visiting Vietri Sul Mare!!!
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Caoimhe_b
Aug 7, 2024
The tour guide was... - The tour guide was lovely, we had an amazing experience. She let us do most of the work ourselves while still helping us out:)
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Prages_y
Jul 25, 2024
Pottery - We had so much fun. She was very patient and kind. Highly recommend it to anyone who wants to learn more about this topic.
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Tour39844225803
Jun 29, 2024
Brilliant! - Pulcinella was brilliant. She took time to explain everything and help throughout our session. I went with my daughter and son (both 20+), and we had a great time learning how to use the wheel and model the clay. We were able to pay to have our pottery sent to the uk (€25). Pulcinella advised that she would be in touch via WhatsApp to organise this. Perfect addition to our stay 👌🏻
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Relax61995640657
Jan 29, 2024
Highly recommended experience! - Elvira is an engaging, prepared and friendly professional! His theoretical/practical lesson is suitable for those who love experiential tourism!
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Jeff_b
Nov 10, 2023
Worth it! - This was a great experience to make our own ceramic creation. My wife and I had a great time and learned a lot as we both had never done anything like it before. Would definitely recommend!
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From $30
up to 3 guests
1 Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).