Exploring Body Mechanics at the Wheel

Throw Better with Better Body Mechanics

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Discover how small adjustments in posture, movement, and leverage can improve comfort, consistency, and confidence at the potter's wheel.

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Monday, August 17 | 5:30–8:30 PM

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Every potter develops habits at the wheel.

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Some help you throw with greater control. Others quietly make throwing harder than it needs to be.

If you've ever struggled to center, found your shoulders creeping toward your ears, ended a throwing session with an aching back, or simply wondered if there was an easier way, this workshop is for you.

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Join ceramicist, licensed massage therapist, and personal trainer HanaKyle Moranz for an interactive evening exploring how body mechanics influence every stage of wheel throwing. Drawing on more than 20 years of experience helping people understand movement, along with her own experience as a ceramic artist, HanaKyle combines practical anatomy with hands-on instruction to help you discover techniques that work with your body—not against it.

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During this workshop you'll explore how to:

• Improve leverage while centering, opening, and pulling

• Reduce unnecessary strain on your back, shoulders, neck, and wrists

• Adjust your posture and wheel setup for greater comfort

• Recognize habits that limit control and efficiency

• Practice new techniques with individual feedback at the wheel

• Discover approaches that fit your body and throwing style

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This isn't about finding one "correct" way to throw. It's about discovering the small adjustments that make throwing feel more natural, efficient, and sustainable.

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Whether you're looking to throw longer, improve consistency, or simply feel more comfortable at the wheel, you'll leave with practical techniques you can use in your very next studio session.

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Reserve your spot today.