Step into the heat of the hot shop in Rotorua and craft your own glass tumbler in this unique 45-minute workshop from Amokura Glass. Learn the art of glass-blowing hands-on and take home a vibrant, functional souvenir.
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Difficulty
easy
Duration
45 minutes
Fitness Level
Participants should be able to stand and move independently for short periods.
Wildlife
History
Rotorua is a center for Māori culture and history and was established as a tourist destination in the late 19th century around its hot springs.
Conservation
Amokura Glass emphasizes sustainable practices by careful use of energy and minimizing waste in their hot shop operations.
Amokura Glass
Step into the heat of the hot shop in Rotorua and craft your own glass tumbler in this unique 45-minute workshop from Amokura Glass. Learn the art of glass-blowing hands-on and take home a vibrant, functional souvenir.
Amokura Glass is a Rotorua-based studio in the Bay of Plenty that teaches glass art through hands-on workshops and weekend courses.
The studio offers a range of beginner-friendly experiences including fused glass ornament and soap-dish sessions, short blown-glass projects such as a 45-minute pumpkin workshop, a paperweight class with multiple designs and colors, and multi-day weekend introductions and follow-on intensives.
Each class emphasizes personalized instruction with limited class sizes so participants receive one-on-one guidance from skilled instructors.
Amokura Glass presents both glass fusing—cutting and assembling colored glass sheets and kiln-firing—and hot glassblowing techniques involving gathering, shaping, and coloring molten glass.
Visitors can expect safety briefings, step-by-step demonstrations, and hands-on practice that result in finished pieces to take home.
The studio is suitable for individuals, couples, small groups, and those seeking a creative addition to Rotorua itineraries.
All workshops include materials, tools, and post-process handling such as kiln firing when required. Booking ahead is recommended to secure a spot in popular sessions. Safety equipment is provided on site.
Location
Rotorua, Bay of Plenty
Studio located in Rotorua, New Zealand
Session Lengths
45 min–2 days
Short classes to weekend courses
Small Classes
Limited sizes
Personalized guidance from instructors
Workshops Offered
7 Workshops
Fused and blown glass options
Reserve a session at Amokura Glass today — limited class sizes mean booking ahead ensures a spot.
Wear Natural Fiber Clothing
Natural fibers like cotton or wool provide protection from heat during the glass-blowing process.
Book at Least a Day in Advance
Slots are limited due to the one-on-one instruction format, so secure your spot early.
Arrive with Closed-Toe Shoes
Closed-toe shoes are mandatory for safety in the hot glass studio environment.
Allow 16 Hours for Cooling
Your glass tumbler must cool for 16 hours before it’s safe to handle or take home.
Closed-Toed Shoes
Protects feet in the studio around hot equipment.
Long Pants
Helps shield your legs from heat during the workshop.
Natural Fiber Shirt
Wear cotton, wool, or linen to reduce heat risk when handling hot glass.
Water Bottle
Stay hydrated, especially during Rotorua’s warmer months.
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