FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS: MEMBERSHIPS

Do you have space for new members?

Usually, we do, even if the registration link is not active on the website. Just send us an email, and we can tell you more.

Do i need to Become a member before doing a course?

No. We only recommend this if you want to spend a lot of time practicing, while doing a course.

Do i need to follow a course before becoming a member?

Kind of. Working in a communal studio requires a certain level of skills and autonomy. For wheel throwing we advice new member to have at least followed an 8 class course before taking place behind the wheel. (This does not have to be a course at studio Pansa.) If you follow a course at our studio and want to be a member at the same time, that is of possible (*if we have member spots available).

When you become a member for the first time or haven’t used the studio and its facilities for at least a year (*free for former members) you have to book an Introduction and a mentor will show you how the studio operates and answer any question you might have. After this your studio time is yours to use how you please. (*How to book a time slot is explained after becoming a member)

What do i need to bring as a member?

Not much. Different kinds of clay are sold in the studio. Most tools are available in the studio for general use, including glazes. However, we do recommend you bring your own apron, specific tools and any other things you might need. Bring some coffee, tea or cookies as well if you like.

Do you sell clay?

Yes! So you don’t have to carry your own to the studio. We have different kinds of clay for sale in the studio. The most commonly used clay, 254 for wheel throwing, costs around €8, and prices vary for different kinds. Please check our page clay for the current prices. If you prefer to bring your own clay, please have it checked by the mentor on duty for firing temperature and stoneware properties.

a membership is too expensive for me. Are there ways to volunteer?

Yes, you can ask to become a mentor if there is availability, and earn your membership that way. You work one shift of 6 hours per week, in which you help out people in the studio, and take care of some small tasks. During this time, you can also work on you own work. Please check the Jobs page for more info.

IS THE STUDIO CLEANED REGULARLY?

Yes, by all of us, you included. Clay dust is a health risk when left unchecked, so we clean every day. We ask everyone in the community to pitch in and clean the areas they work in, for at least 20 minutes before leaving. Additional cleaning is done by the day’s mentors, but we depend on all of you to keep our communal work space tidy.

Can I cancel a membership at any time?

If you want to cancel your ongoing membership, we ask you to tell us so at least 1 month in advance. So if you’d like to stop at the end of March, we would need to know before the end of February. Please inform the administrative team of your cancellation by sending us an email, at info@studiopansa.com. Telling a staff member in the studio does not count as cancellation.

The monthly membership requires you to be a member for at least 2 full months. If you need more flexibility, we also off the 1 month prepaid membership, which starts at any date you choose and runs for 1 month. 6-monthly memberships run for 6 months and can be cancelled at the end of the 6-month period.

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