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  {
    "id": 1,
    "slug": "beginner-wheel-throwing",
    "title": "Beginner Wheel Throwing",
    "level": "Beginner",
    "durationWeeks": 6,
    "priceUSD": 290,
    "rating": 4.8,
    "tags": ["wheel", "centering", "basics"],
    "seats": 10,
    "startDates": ["2026-06-10", "2026-07-05"],
    "short": "Center, pull, and shape basic cylinders with confidence.",
    "description": "Start at the wheel with a strict focus on centering, coning, pulling, and shaping. Build muscle memory through short, repeatable drills and track your thickness and height targets each week.",
    "instructor": "Avery Cole"
  },
  {
    "id": 2,
    "slug": "hand-building-basics",
    "title": "Hand-Building Basics",
    "level": "Beginner",
    "durationWeeks": 5,
    "priceUSD": 240,
    "rating": 4.7,
    "tags": ["hand-building", "pinch", "coil"],
    "seats": 12,
    "startDates": ["2026-06-15", "2026-07-12"],
    "short": "Pinch, coil, and slab: clean joins and sturdy forms.",
    "description": "Learn pinch, coil, and slab construction while practicing clean scoring, slip use, and compression. Projects emphasize structure, proportion, and simple surface refinement.",
    "instructor": "Riley Hart"
  },
  {
    "id": 3,
    "slug": "glazing-101",
    "title": "Glazing 101",
    "level": "Beginner",
    "durationWeeks": 4,
    "priceUSD": 180,
    "rating": 4.6,
    "tags": ["glaze", "chemistry", "surface"],
    "seats": 14,
    "startDates": ["2026-06-20", "2026-07-18"],
    "short": "Test tiles, layering, and defect prevention made simple.",
    "description": "Demystify glaze basics: specific gravity, flocculation, and common defects. Create controlled test tiles and learn consistent application through dipping, pouring, and brushing.",
    "instructor": "Morgan Lee"
  },
  {
    "id": 4,
    "slug": "surface-decoration",
    "title": "Surface Decoration",
    "level": "Intermediate",
    "durationWeeks": 5,
    "priceUSD": 260,
    "rating": 4.7,
    "tags": ["surface", "sgraffito", "slip"],
    "seats": 10,
    "startDates": ["2026-06-25", "2026-07-22"],
    "short": "Slips, sgraffito, and underglaze graphics with control.",
    "description": "Explore resist methods, underglaze, and sgraffito planning. Learn to design surfaces that survive glaze firing and enhance your forms.",
    "instructor": "Jamie Reed"
  },
  {
    "id": 5,
    "slug": "porcelain-essentials",
    "title": "Porcelain Essentials",
    "level": "Intermediate",
    "durationWeeks": 6,
    "priceUSD": 320,
    "rating": 4.8,
    "tags": ["porcelain", "refinement"],
    "seats": 8,
    "startDates": ["2026-06-28", "2026-07-26"],
    "short": "Refined throwing, trimming, and translucency control.",
    "description": "Work with porcelain: manage moisture, throwing speed, and trimming finesse. Learn to control translucency and rim integrity on thin forms.",
    "instructor": "Taylor Quinn"
  },
  {
    "id": 6,
    "slug": "advanced-wheel-forms",
    "title": "Advanced Wheel Forms",
    "level": "Advanced",
    "durationWeeks": 8,
    "priceUSD": 420,
    "rating": 4.9,
    "tags": ["wheel", "advanced", "forms"],
    "seats": 6,
    "startDates": ["2026-07-02", "2026-08-01"],
    "short": "Tall pulls, compound curves, and precise seams.",
    "description": "Throw taller, thinner, and wider with compound curves. Learn precise darting and seam control for complex vessel profiles.",
    "instructor": "Avery Cole"
  },
  {
    "id": 7,
    "slug": "functional-dinnerware",
    "title": "Functional Dinnerware Set",
    "level": "Intermediate",
    "durationWeeks": 6,
    "priceUSD": 350,
    "rating": 4.7,
    "tags": ["plates", "bowls", "sets"],
    "seats": 9,
    "startDates": ["2026-07-06", "2026-08-10"],
    "short": "Consistent sets: plates, bowls, and side dishes.",
    "description": "Design and produce matched sets with consistent dimensions. Focus on warpage prevention and stacking stability.",
    "instructor": "Riley Hart"
  },
  {
    "id": 8,
    "slug": "tea-ware-design",
    "title": "Tea Ware Design",
    "level": "Intermediate",
    "durationWeeks": 5,
    "priceUSD": 300,
    "rating": 4.8,
    "tags": ["teapot", "teacup", "lids"],
    "seats": 8,
    "startDates": ["2026-07-08", "2026-08-05"],
    "short": "Teapots, spouts, lids, and strainers that pour cleanly.",
    "description": "Engineer teapots and cups with accurate spouts, lids, galleries, and strainers. Test pour dynamics and handle ergonomics.",
    "instructor": "Morgan Lee"
  },
  {
    "id": 9,
    "slug": "planter-workshop",
    "title": "Planter Workshop",
    "level": "Beginner",
    "durationWeeks": 3,
    "priceUSD": 150,
    "rating": 4.5,
    "tags": ["planter", "drainage"],
    "seats": 12,
    "startDates": ["2026-07-10", "2026-07-31"],
    "short": "Sturdy planters with smart drainage and clean rims.",
    "description": "Design planters with proper drainage and wall thickness. Refine rims and foot rings for durable outdoor use.",
    "instructor": "Jamie Reed"
  },
  {
    "id": 10,
    "slug": "raku-firing",
    "title": "Raku Firing Intensive",
    "level": "Advanced",
    "durationWeeks": 2,
    "priceUSD": 280,
    "rating": 4.6,
    "tags": ["raku", "firing", "post-reduction"],
    "seats": 6,
    "startDates": ["2026-07-12", "2026-08-09"],
    "short": "Fast firing, reduction, and metallic lusters—safely.",
    "description": "Operate raku kilns with strict safety steps. Learn timing, post-reduction, and surface planning for dramatic results.",
    "instructor": "Taylor Quinn"
  },
  {
    "id": 11,
    "slug": "kiln-operation",
    "title": "Kiln Operation & Safety",
    "level": "Intermediate",
    "durationWeeks": 4,
    "priceUSD": 260,
    "rating": 4.8,
    "tags": ["kiln", "safety", "cones"],
    "seats": 10,
    "startDates": ["2026-07-15", "2026-08-12"],
    "short": "Cones, schedules, ventilation, and safe loading.",
    "description": "Understand firing schedules, witness cones, and ventilation. Practice safe loading, element care, and log keeping.",
    "instructor": "Avery Cole"
  },
  {
    "id": 12,
    "slug": "slip-casting",
    "title": "Slip Casting Fundamentals",
    "level": "Intermediate",
    "durationWeeks": 5,
    "priceUSD": 300,
    "rating": 4.7,
    "tags": ["slip", "casting", "mold"],
    "seats": 8,
    "startDates": ["2026-07-18", "2026-08-15"],
    "short": "From plaster molds to consistent hollow forms.",
    "description": "Mix and test slip, calculate timings, and cast in multi-part molds. Trim, join, and refine thin-walled forms.",
    "instructor": "Morgan Lee"
  },
  {
    "id": 13,
    "slug": "mold-making",
    "title": "Plaster Mold Making",
    "level": "Intermediate",
    "durationWeeks": 4,
    "priceUSD": 280,
    "rating": 4.6,
    "tags": ["plaster", "mold", "casting"],
    "seats": 8,
    "startDates": ["2026-07-20", "2026-08-17"],
    "short": "Design and pour clean, durable plaster molds.",
    "description": "Plan part lines, register keys, and pour timings. Seal, release, and maintain molds for repeated casting.",
    "instructor": "Jamie Reed"
  },
  {
    "id": 14,
    "slug": "large-vessels",
    "title": "Large Vessel Techniques",
    "level": "Advanced",
    "durationWeeks": 7,
    "priceUSD": 420,
    "rating": 4.7,
    "tags": ["large", "assembly", "wheel"],
    "seats": 5,
    "startDates": ["2026-07-24", "2026-08-21"],
    "short": "Section throwing, joining, and structural planning.",
    "description": "Throw sections and join with internal supports. Control moisture and compression to avoid collapse.",
    "instructor": "Taylor Quinn"
  },
  {
    "id": 15,
    "slug": "vase-forms",
    "title": "Vase Forms & Proportion",
    "level": "Intermediate",
    "durationWeeks": 4,
    "priceUSD": 240,
    "rating": 4.6,
    "tags": ["vase", "form", "proportion"],
    "seats": 10,
    "startDates": ["2026-07-26", "2026-08-23"],
    "short": "Neck and belly transitions with confident trimming.",
    "description": "Design vase profiles with smooth transitions and stable bases. Trim efficiently and plan for glaze breaks.",
    "instructor": "Riley Hart"
  },
  {
    "id": 16,
    "slug": "surface-science",
    "title": "Clay & Surface Science",
    "level": "Advanced",
    "durationWeeks": 6,
    "priceUSD": 380,
    "rating": 4.8,
    "tags": ["chemistry", "testing", "surface"],
    "seats": 7,
    "startDates": ["2026-07-28", "2026-08-25"],
    "short": "Clay bodies, grog, shrinkage, and stress control.",
    "description": "Test clay bodies for plasticity, shrinkage, and thermal shock. Plan grog loads and stress relief in forms.",
    "instructor": "Morgan Lee"
  },
  {
    "id": 17,
    "slug": "sculptural-forms",
    "title": "Sculptural Forms in Clay",
    "level": "Intermediate",
    "durationWeeks": 6,
    "priceUSD": 340,
    "rating": 4.7,
    "tags": ["sculpture", "armature", "hand-building"],
    "seats": 9,
    "startDates": ["2026-07-30", "2026-08-27"],
    "short": "Armatures, scale planning, and hollowing methods.",
    "description": "Build stable armatures, plan shrinkage, and hollow thick forms safely. Emphasize balance and gesture.",
    "instructor": "Avery Cole"
  },
  {
    "id": 18,
    "slug": "tableware-essentials",
    "title": "Tableware Essentials",
    "level": "Beginner",
    "durationWeeks": 5,
    "priceUSD": 260,
    "rating": 4.6,
    "tags": ["plates", "bowls", "mugs"],
    "seats": 12,
    "startDates": ["2026-08-02", "2026-08-30"],
    "short": "Simple, durable, and pleasant-to-use tableware.",
    "description": "Form plates, bowls, and mugs with comfortable handles and balanced weight. Focus on repeatability and finish.",
    "instructor": "Jamie Reed"
  },
  {
    "id": 19,
    "slug": "handles-masterclass",
    "title": "Handles Masterclass",
    "level": "Intermediate",
    "durationWeeks": 3,
    "priceUSD": 190,
    "rating": 4.7,
    "tags": ["handles", "pulling", "ergonomics"],
    "seats": 10,
    "startDates": ["2026-08-04", "2026-09-01"],
    "short": "Pulled, slab, and extruded handles that feel right.",
    "description": "Master handle design and attachment. Evaluate ergonomics and stress points. Control drying to prevent cracks.",
    "instructor": "Riley Hart"
  },
  {
    "id": 20,
    "slug": "lids-and-galleries",
    "title": "Lids & Galleries Precision",
    "level": "Advanced",
    "durationWeeks": 4,
    "priceUSD": 310,
    "rating": 4.8,
    "tags": ["lids", "precision", "throwing"],
    "seats": 7,
    "startDates": ["2026-08-06", "2026-09-03"],
    "short": "Tight-fitting lids and clean galleries every time.",
    "description": "Design and throw lids with controlled shrinkage. Cut reliable galleries and test fit through stages.",
    "instructor": "Morgan Lee"
  },
  {
    "id": 21,
    "slug": "espresso-cups",
    "title": "Espresso Cups & Demitasse",
    "level": "Intermediate",
    "durationWeeks": 3,
    "priceUSD": 170,
    "rating": 4.5,
    "tags": ["cups", "small-ware"],
    "seats": 10,
    "startDates": ["2026-08-08", "2026-09-05"],
    "short": "Precise small forms with thin, even walls.",
    "description": "Practice consistent pulls for small volumes. Trim and handle with minimal bulk and tidy joins.",
    "instructor": "Taylor Quinn"
  },
  {
    "id": 22,
    "slug": "bowls-perfect",
    "title": "The Perfect Bowl",
    "level": "Beginner",
    "durationWeeks": 3,
    "priceUSD": 160,
    "rating": 4.6,
    "tags": ["bowls", "profiles"],
    "seats": 12,
    "startDates": ["2026-08-10", "2026-09-07"],
    "short": "Refined bowl profiles with clean interior curves.",
    "description": "Focus on interior curves, rim compression, and foot trimming. Create a nested set by week three.",
    "instructor": "Avery Cole"
  },
  {
    "id": 23,
    "slug": "mugs-delight",
    "title": "Mugs That Delight",
    "level": "Beginner",
    "durationWeeks": 4,
    "priceUSD": 200,
    "rating": 4.6,
    "tags": ["mugs", "handles", "forms"],
    "seats": 12,
    "startDates": ["2026-08-12", "2026-09-09"],
    "short": "Well-balanced mugs with satisfying lips and handles.",
    "description": "Throw consistent mug bodies, trim smart foot rings, and attach comfortable handles with reliable joins.",
    "instructor": "Jamie Reed"
  },
  {
    "id": 24,
    "slug": "studio-safety",
    "title": "Studio Safety & Setup",
    "level": "Beginner",
    "durationWeeks": 2,
    "priceUSD": 130,
    "rating": 4.5,
    "tags": ["safety", "studio", "setup"],
    "seats": 15,
    "startDates": ["2026-08-14", "2026-09-11"],
    "short": "Dust control, ventilation, and ergonomic workflow.",
    "description": "Set up a small studio with safe dust practices, adequate ventilation, and ergonomic workflows for longevity.",
    "instructor": "Morgan Lee"
  }
]