Athenia Pottery Studio
(formerly Wortendyke)
Join our vibrant community of artists, where creativity flourishes. We offer unique art experiences for all ages, including kids' activities and special events to inspire your artistic journey.
Creative Pottery Services
Join our community to create, develop, and sell unique pottery art for all ages. All members and participants are able to sell their creations at our Market
Join a Pottery Class
Learn hand build or wheel pottery techniques in a fun, supportive environment for all skill levels with seasoned instructors
Host an Event
Host memorable pottery events and workshops tailored for kids, families, and groups. Even have a special evening for 2.
Need some personal time to create your own hand-built or wheel project without instructors. We can accommodate your needs !
Personal Studio Time
"This is the place for creativity and celebrations! I can’t say enough great things about Athenia Pottery Studio! " - S.G.
"Athenia Pottery Studio is a slice of heaven in Midland Park. The studio has a warm environment and the people are friendly and collaborative." - J.S.
"Athenia Pottery Studio is absolutely fantastic! It turned out to be one of the best activities I have done with my friends. The atmosphere is warm, welcoming, and full of creative energy. The instructors are amazing - patient, encouraging, and truly passionate about what they do." - H.S.
TESTIMONIALS
Fun 2026 Annual Wheel Throwdown !
Pottery Workshop - up to 6 people, 2.0 hours
Arrange a fun pottery hand build workshop for all ages. Perfect for holiday events, girls night out, team building or corporate events. Enjoy instruction, free clay and glazing! Bring your own snacks or order from our neighborhood vendors. If >6 persons, contact us to accommodate.
$420
Kids' Pottery Birthdays, up to 8 young artists
Creative pottery session designed specifically for children and families with a children's instructor. Build or just paint pottery birthdays!! Up to 8 young artists. A fun memory for years to come ! Bring your own snacks or order from our neighborhood vendors.
$420
$99 per person
Couples Pottery
Fun Group Workshops and Kids' Events
Become an artist inspired with a glass of red ! You can hand build your own vase, charcuterie board, coffee mug, whiskey glass, etc in a private class for 2! Personalize with stamps, names, dates, etc. Professionally glazed and fired for you. Join a loved one for a memorable date night. (Not a wheel class) Continue your evening with several walkable restaurants nearby.
A fun wheel throwing, get messy workshop !! Perfect for holiday events, girls night out, team building or corporate events. Enjoy instruction, free clay and glazing! Veteran Instructors. Make a memorable piece ! Bring your own snacks or order from our neighborhood vendors. 4 PERSON MINIMUM
Let's Throw On the Wheel Workshop 2.5 hours
$125/ person
If you've never tried pottery and wanna go, sign up for a Wednesday evening private class, 6 pm !
$85/person - includes all materials, private to semi-private instruction, learn key aspects of pottery wheel's five core steps: wedging, centering, opening, pulling, and shaping.
Wheel Wednesdays for First Timers!
Kids' Pottery Classes and Pricing
8 Week Sessions, $ 250
Includes starter tool kit, clay, bisquing, glazing & firing
All students may sell their goods at our future markets
Wed 3:30Pm - 5:30 pm
(Ages 8 and up, hand build)
Independent Studio Times
10 Hour Studio Time, $170
20 Hour Studio Time, $330
Free bisque and glaze firing*
May purchase additional clay
monday
6:00 am - 9:00 am
12:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Tues - friday
6:00 am - 9:00 am
12:00 pm - 3:00 pm
SATurday
1:00 pm - 3:00 pm
sunday
9:00 am - 3:00 pm
Pottery Classes and Pricing
12 Week Sessions, $ 520
Includes reclaimed clay, bisquing, glazing & firing*. Members may purchase additional clay
All students may sell their goods at our Future Markets and our WEbsite
Daytime
9:30am - 12:00 pm, Mon - Thurs
10:00am - 12:30 pm, Saturday
Evening
Mon 7:00 pm to 9:30 pm
Tues 7:30 pm to 10 pm
Wed 6:30 pm to 9 pm
Thurs 7:30 pm to 10 pm
Classes Hours and Pricing
True Beginners Pottery Classes and Pricing
4 Week Sessions, $ 350
Includes reclaimed clay
Includes starter tool kit, clay, bisquing, glazing & firing*
All students may sell their goods at our future Markets
Friday Morning:
9:30am - 11:30am
For Other Days and Times,
Email Us for Openings
* firing items over 10 inches in any dimension is additional charge. See FAQ's for pricing.
See Start Dates Below
ADULT - 12 Week Session
Start Dates
March 30, 2026
June 22, 2026 (9wk)
sept 8, 2026
nov 30, 2026
KIDS - 8 Week Session
Start Dates
July 8, 2026 (7 wk session)
Sept 9, 2026
Nov 4, 2026
Jan 6, 2027
BEGINNERS - 4 Week Session
Start Dates (Fridays)
May 29, 2026
June 26, 2026
july 24, 2026
sept 11, 2026
oct 9, 2026
Get in Touch with Us
We’d love to hear from you! Reach out for inquiries about our pottery studio, classes, events, or unique art creations. In your inquiry, please add as many specifics as possible to expedite your reservation.
Connect
201-658-9903
Support
Jasmine@atheniapotterystudio.com
Address
211 Greenwood Ave, Midland Park, NJ 07432
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All members and participants may sell their creations at our future markets and online Store
