I too learned of Desert Dragon Pottery via Groupon. Everything was explained thoroughly before, during and after. I didn't have any issues scheduling my one hour beginners pottery wheel class on a Saturday for myself and husband. Together, sitting side by side at our own wheels, we crafted two unique pieces each with the guidance of our instructor. It's a great afternoon date!
Something to keep in mind if you're looking to gift your creation, it's a multi-visit process from start to finish taking several weeks: 1)creation 2) paint/decorate/fire glaze 3) pick up final products.
Our second visit to paint our creations was also a nice experience. There were a lot of paints to choose from including brushes useful for different designs. Tip: Try to have an idea of the design you want to paint before you go. My husband picked up our finished products, which turned out great. With patience, you'll have a real blast with this place.