Making Friends as an Adult in Utah Through Pottery
Making friends as an adult is hard. Once you’re out of school, out of church, or done with the social momentum of your twenties, finding meaningful connection can feel nearly impossible. Especially here in Utah, where social circles are often tight and built through religious or family networks, it’s easy to feel like you missed your window.
That’s where weekly pottery classes at The Clay Hole come in. They’re more than just a creative outlet—they’re a proven, community-based way to build real friendships that stick.
Why It’s So Hard to Make Friends as an Adult
The research backs it up: adults need a surprising amount of time together to form close bonds. A 2018 study out of the University of Kansas found it takes about 90 hours to become friends and more than 200 hours to build true closeness. One-time events don’t cut it. Casual coffee meetups don’t either.
To really build friendship, you need consistency. Shared experience. Time together, again and again, in a setting where you can relax, open up, and be yourself.
Pottery Is the Perfect Friendship-Building Activity
Unlike awkward mixers or pressure-filled “networking” events, pottery creates side-by-side connection. You don’t have to make eye contact or small talk. You just show up, sit at the wheel (or hand-building table), and create. Over time, conversations happen naturally. Trust forms. And friendships grow.
- You see the same people every week
- You bond through shared creative progress
- You talk (or don’t) with no pressure
- You build trust over hours spent side-by-side
As the Mayo Clinic points out, strong friendships don’t just feel good—they actually improve your health, reduce stress, and increase your sense of belonging and purpose.
Weekly Classes That Make Friendship Possible
At The Clay Hole, our monthly membership includes one 3.5-hour class per week. That consistency is exactly what friendship needs to grow.
- Monday Morning: 10:30 AM – 2:00 PM
- Monday–Friday Evenings: 6:30 PM – 10:00 PM
No contracts. No pressure. Just clay, creativity, and the same group of adults showing up week after week—and becoming friends in the process.
See Membership Options & PricesWhat Makes The Clay Hole Different
- 10,000 sq. ft. studio—spacious and welcoming
- Over 500 commercial glazes and 100+ underglazes
- Thousands of tools provided—nothing to bring
- 4 instructors per class (2 for wheel, 2 for hand-building)
- Owned and run by Dan Pearce, who personally attends every class
Read more about how our classes are structured in our FAQs.
FAQ
What if I’m introverted or nervous?
Perfect. Most of our members are. You’ll find a kind, welcoming group where no one expects small talk or perfection. You can just be yourself and let friendships happen naturally.
Is clay or firing included in the membership?
No—they’re billed separately so you only pay for what you use. It keeps things simple and fair.
Visit The Clay Hole in Draper, Utah
Conveniently located just off the freeway between Utah Valley and Salt Lake Valley:
12896 S Pony Express Rd, Suite 100, Draper, UT 84020