Why One-Time Events Don’t Build Real Friendships (But Pottery Does)
Making friends as an adult is tough—and the usual solutions don’t work. Speed dating, mixers, bar trivia, one-night classes… most of these only scratch the surface. They might be fun in the moment, but they rarely lead to real friendships that last.
That’s because real friendship takes time. Research from the University of Kansas shows it takes over 90 hours of shared time to form a friendship—and over 200 to build something truly close.
So if you’re tired of shallow conversations and leaving events with no one to text after, here’s your solution: join a weekly pottery class.
One-Off Events Are Social Fast Food
They’re quick, sometimes satisfying, but they don’t nourish your social life. You meet someone cool—but never see them again. You have a great chat—but it ends there.
According to ADDitude Magazine, adults (especially neurodivergent ones) need consistent, low-pressure environments to build trust. Repetition is key. That’s exactly what pottery classes provide.
Pottery Is Friendship, Built Slowly and Authentically
At The Clay Hole, we offer a completely different social model. You don’t have to perform, network, or even talk much. You just show up every week, work with your hands, and let relationships unfold naturally over time.
- See the same faces week after week
- Share progress and projects
- Talk (or don’t) with zero pressure
- Build connection through creative repetition
Our classes have helped countless adults build real friend groups. They’ve met here, laughed here, and stuck around long after their first mug or bowl.
You might also love our page on making friends as an adult in Utah.
Weekly Membership: Built for Connection
Your membership includes one 3.5-hour class per week. Enough time to settle in, catch up with classmates, and really create—not just dabble.
- Monday Morning: 10:30 AM – 2:00 PM
- Monday–Friday Evenings: 6:30 PM – 10:00 PM
This isn't a “drop in and vanish” model. It’s a real-deal creative community. You’ll feel it the first week—and even more after the fifth.
See Membership Options & PricesThe Clay Hole Is Built for Real Friendships
- 10,000 sq. ft. studio—never cramped
- 500+ commercial glazes and 100 underglazes
- Thousands of tools—zero prep needed
- 4 instructors per class to support and guide you
- Owned and operated by Dan Pearce, who personally attends every class
Got questions? Our FAQs page breaks it all down clearly.
FAQ
Will I actually make friends here?
Yes—but it happens organically. You’ll see familiar faces weekly, bond naturally over time, and often find yourself in a group text before you know it.
Is clay or firing included in the membership?
No—they’re paid for separately so you only pay for what you use. Simple and flexible.
Visit The Clay Hole in Draper, Utah
We’re located right off the freeway, easily accessible from Salt Lake and Utah counties:
12896 S Pony Express Rd, Suite 100, Draper, UT 84020