RCS & RCC Class or Workshop Registration Policies
We require payment in full with your registration to reserve your place in classes or workshops at RCS or RCC. We will send confirmation of registration. If there is insufficient enrollment, we will cancel the class, notify registered students, and refund all payments without penalty. Decisions are made approximately two weeks before classes begin. Please register early or you might find that your favorite class is full.
We reserve the right to cancel participation, without refund, for those not abiding by the RCC Terms and Conditions.
Tuition, Fees, & Refunds: Please refer to class listings for tuition and fees. Tuition may not be pro-rated. Some students may incur additional expenses if their work occupies a large volume of kiln space, need clay working tool kits, or want to purchase additional clay. Clay must be purchased through RCC. Unless otherwise noted, fees for adult classes include instruction, open studio time, 25 lbs. of clay, basic glaze materials, and a firing allowance.
Classes, Workshops, Lessons, & short class refund policy:
(Details for independent Study Cancellation are below)
Cancellations must be made via email to info@raincityclay.com
If you want to cancel your class, you may request a refund based on the bullet points below. Then you may rebook yourself for a class that fits better into your schedule. Last-minute cancellations in classes are difficult to fill - please double-check your schedule before committing to an event. Refunds take several business days to process from the date we receive the email request.
100% of tuition (less a $15 processing fee) will be refunded if a student elects to drop a class no later than one week (10 days) before the day of the first class meeting.
80% of tuition (less a $15 processing fee) will be refunded if a student drops a class within 7 business days before the first class meeting.
50% of tuition (less a $15 processing fee) will be refunded if a student drops a class within 3 business days before the first class meeting.
0% of tuition is refunded if cancellation is made within two days of class for any reason except for documented medical emergencies. (providing a doctor's note). There are no other exceptions to this policy.
No refunds or credit will be given for missed classes. Students currently enrolled in 10-week classes may practice during open studio time to build skills even if a class is missed. One-day clay events and lessons do not come with open studio time.
We do not transfer registration between classes. We can offer you a refund as per the policies above, and you may then rebook yourself for a class that fits better into your schedule.
Private Group Events are nonrefundable. Your booking fee is required up front to reserve the studio and instructor. Please double check that the date works for all members of your party before booking.
We reserve the right to cancel a class or workshop up to 3 days in advance of the first class due to insufficient enrollment. If a class is canceled, you will be offered the option of another class or a full refund.
For refunds on reclaim or new bags of clay, you may request a refund (less a $7 processing fee) for completely unused bags of clay only. Please see staff.
Independent Study Refund Policy:
If you want to cancel your independent study, you may request a refund based on the bullet points below. Then you may rebook yourself for an option that fits better into your schedule. Last-minute cancellations are difficult to fill - please double-check your schedule before committing to an event. Refunds take several business days to process from the date we receive the email request.
Independent Study are not required to attend the orientation, but it is recommended for students new to RCC. This is an important connection point with staff and changes at the studio.
100% of tuition (less a $15 processing fee) will be refunded if a student elects to drop a class no later than one week (10 days) before the day of the first class meeting.
80% of tuition (less a $15 processing fee) will be refunded if a student drops a class within 7 business days before the first class meeting.
50% of tuition (less a $15 processing fee) will be refunded if a student drops a class within 3 business days before the first class meeting.
0% of tuition is refunded if cancellation is made within two days of class for any reason except for documented medical emergencies. (providing a doctor's note). There are no other exceptions to this policy.
No refunds or credit will be given for missed classes. Students currently enrolled in 10-week classes may practice during open studio time to build skills even if a class is missed. One-day clay events and lessons do not come with open studio time.
We reserve the right to cancel independent study options up to 3 days in advance of the first class due to insufficient enrollment. If we cancel the independent study option, a full refund will be given.
Weather: As a general rule, RCC will remain open during inclement weather. We take our cues from local colleges and universities for canceling or rescheduling classes during particularly hazardous conditions. When in doubt, check our studio SLACK Channel and please be safe!
RCC Adult Education Information
Tools
Please purchase your own tools for classes at our local clay suppliers - Clay Art Center in Tacoma, WA & Seattle Pottery Supply. See our RCC Class Guide for details.
Open Studio
The tuition for regular adult classes includes access to open studio time. There is no limit for the amount of hours you can come to practice. Open Studio times vary with the events the studio is hosting.
People schedule per work area (maximum of 16 in wheel, 16 hand-building, 10 glaze area) See scheduler for signing up for practice times. RCC will close studios for special classes or workshops. Always check the calendar and schedule practice time.
Minimum Age Restrictions
Only students ages 15 and up are eligible to register for RCC’s sessional adult classes and workshops.
Participants must be 15 years of age on the first day of class.
Minors will need a parent/ guardian to agree to the RCC Hold Harmless Policy on their behalf.
Sip N Spins and Hang N Handbuild are for adults 21 and over only.
There are no exceptions to these age limits.