If you're wondering whether people regret joining The Clay Hole, this page offers real stories and honest answers about what it’s like to commit—and what members find once they do.

Do People Regret Joining The Clay Hole?

It’s one of the most common questions we get. Not out loud, but silently—behind the nervous laughs, the DMs, the tour questions. “What if I join and regret it?”

We get it. Clay takes time. Money. Emotion. You don’t want to invest in a studio only to find out it’s not what you hoped. So let’s talk about what people actually say after they join.

Spoiler: Most People Regret Waiting So Long

Here’s what we hear most often: “Why didn’t I do this sooner?” Members tell us they spent months (or years) watching from the sidelines, afraid they wouldn’t fit in, wouldn’t be good enough, or wouldn’t use the membership enough.

But once they join? That fear melts. They find their rhythm. They find their people. They realize The Clay Hole isn’t a place you have to earn your way into—it’s a place built to support your growth, wherever you are in your clay journey.

What If It’s Not a Fit?

You don’t have to worry about being locked in. Our memberships are monthly—no contracts, no cancellation fees, no awkward conversations. If you try it and it’s not for you, you walk away. Simple.

But most people don’t walk away. They stay. They bring friends. They become part of the strange, beautiful, creative swirl that makes this place unlike anything else.

The Real Risk Isn’t Regret. It’s Missing Out.

Every week, we see people walk in with hesitation and leave with muddy hands and giant grins. If you're curious, you don’t have to commit forever. You just have to try.

And if you're still wondering if people regret joining? Here's what they say…

Conclusion: Most People Don’t Regret Joining—They Regret Waiting

If The Clay Hole has been calling to you, that whisper means something. And we’ll be here when you're ready to listen. No pressure. Just permission.

What Our Members Say

“This was my ‘someday’ dream for so long. Now it’s my Tuesday night.”
- Reema D.

“I kept waiting for the ‘right time’ to join. Then I realized I was just scared. Joining was the best choice I’ve made for myself in years.”
- Zach K.

FAQs

What if I join and decide it’s not for me?
No problem. You can cancel anytime—no contracts, no guilt.

Will I actually use my membership?
We hear this fear a lot. The vibe, events, and access tend to pull people in far more than they expect.

What if I don’t know anyone?
Most people don’t when they start. But they end up building real creative friendships fast.

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Written by Dan Pearce, ceramic artist, author, and founder of The Clay Hole—a 10,000 sq. ft. community pottery studio in Draper, Utah. With nearly 3 million followers across platforms, Dan is known for his expressive pottery, inclusive studio culture, and commitment to creative connection.