Terms & Conditions

Pottery Class Terms & Conditions

This document explains how your classes operate and what participants can expect.

1. Registration and Payment

Registration is required before attending any class.
A spot is not considered reserved until payment has been received.
Class sizes are limited to [6–10] participants to maintain a safe and enjoyable learning environment.
Participants must provide accurate contact information at registration.

2. Cancellation and Refund Policy

Cancellations made more than 30 days before the scheduled class may receive a full refund.
Cancellations made under 30 days are non-refundable.
Missed classes (“no-shows”) are not eligible for refunds.

3. Studio Rules and Participant Responsibilities

Participants agree to:
Follow all safety instructions provided by the instructor.
Use tools, equipment, and materials only as instructed.
Treat the studio, equipment, and other participants with care and respect.
Keep work areas clean and organized.
Inform the instructor of any medical conditions, allergies, injuries, mobility concerns, or other circumstances that may affect participation.
Avoid attending while under the influence of alcohol or drugs.
The instructor reserves the right to remove any participant who behaves unsafely, disruptively, or in a manner that risks harm to themselves, others, or property.

4. Health and Safety Expectations

I understand that participating in pottery activities involves certain risks, including but not limited to:
Cuts or injuries from pottery tools or equipment.
Exposure to clay, glazes, ceramic materials, and studio dust.
Slips, trips, or falls.
Strains or injuries related to physical activity such as wedging clay, lifting materials, or working at a pottery wheel.
Damage to personal clothing, belongings, or finished pottery pieces.
I acknowledge that pottery involves inherent risks and agree to participate responsibly.

5. Personal Property Policy

Participants understand that pottery involves materials and processes that may result in accidental damage.
Fern & Fire Studio is not responsible for:
Lost, stolen, or damaged personal belongings.
Clothing or personal items damaged by clay, glaze, or studio materials.
Finished pottery pieces that crack, break, warp, or otherwise fail during drying, firing, glazing, or other ceramic processes.

6. Finished Pottery Disclaimer

Participants understand that ceramic work may change during the drying and firing process.
While reasonable care will be taken, Fern & Fire Studio cannot guarantee that completed pieces will survive firing or meet the participant’s expectations.
Possible outcomes include:
Cracking
Warping
Glaze variations
Colour changes
Breakage during firing
Participants accept these risks as part of the ceramic process.

7. Photography Consent (optional)

From time to time, photos or videos may be taken during classes.
Please select one:
☐ I give permission for photographs/videos of me and my artwork to be used for promotional purposes, including social media and website content.
☐ I do not give permission for photographs/videos of me to be used publicly.
Participant Initials: _______

8. Agreement to Terms & Conditions

Participant Name:
Signature:
Date:

Terms & Conditions

Pottery Class Terms & Conditions

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This document explains how your classes operate and what participants can expect.

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1. Registration and Payment

Registration is required before attending any class.

A spot is not considered reserved until payment has been received.

Class sizes are limited to [6–10] participants to maintain a safe and enjoyable learning environment.

Participants must provide accurate contact information at registration.

2. Cancellation and Refund Policy

Cancellations made more than 30 days before the scheduled class may receive a full refund.

Cancellations made under 30 days are non-refundable.

Missed classes (“no-shows”) are not eligible for refunds.

3. Studio Rules and Participant Responsibilities

Participants agree to:

Follow all safety instructions provided by the instructor.

Use tools, equipment, and materials only as instructed.

Treat the studio, equipment, and other participants with care and respect.

Keep work areas clean and organized.

Inform the instructor of any medical conditions, allergies, injuries, mobility concerns, or other circumstances that may affect participation.

Avoid attending while under the influence of alcohol or drugs.

The instructor reserves the right to remove any participant who behaves unsafely, disruptively, or in a manner that risks harm to themselves, others, or property.

4. Health and Safety Expectations

I understand that participating in pottery activities involves certain risks, including but not limited to:

Cuts or injuries from pottery tools or equipment.

Exposure to clay, glazes, ceramic materials, and studio dust.

Slips, trips, or falls.

Strains or injuries related to physical activity such as wedging clay, lifting materials, or working at a pottery wheel.

Damage to personal clothing, belongings, or finished pottery pieces.

I acknowledge that pottery involves inherent risks and agree to participate responsibly.

5. Personal Property Policy

Participants understand that pottery involves materials and processes that may result in accidental damage.

Fern & Fire Studio is not responsible for:

Lost, stolen, or damaged personal belongings.

Clothing or personal items damaged by clay, glaze, or studio materials.

Finished pottery pieces that crack, break, warp, or otherwise fail during drying, firing, glazing, or other ceramic processes.

6. Finished Pottery Disclaimer

Participants understand that ceramic work may change during the drying and firing process.

While reasonable care will be taken, Fern & Fire Studio cannot guarantee that completed pieces will survive firing or meet the participant’s expectations.

Possible outcomes include:

Cracking

Warping

Glaze variations

Colour changes

Breakage during firing

Participants accept these risks as part of the ceramic process.

7. Photography Consent (optional)

From time to time, photos or videos may be taken during classes.

Please select one:

☐ I give permission for photographs/videos of me and my artwork to be used for promotional purposes, including social media and website content.

☐ I do not give permission for photographs/videos of me to be used publicly.

Participant Initials: _______

8. Agreement to Terms & Conditions

Participant Name: Signature: Date:

Participant Name:
Signature:
Date: