Ondox Silver Class and jewelry UBUD

Make a keepsake with your own hands. Ondox Silver Class combines a small family workshop with a useful souvenir: you design and shape a silver ring, pendant, bracelet, earrings, or another piece, then take it home. I especially like the patient one-on-one help and the setting across from the Ceking rice terraces, which lets you pair the class with one of Tegallalang’s best-known sights.

I also like that the class supports a Balinese family and contributes part of its profits to community management in the village. The main point to check before booking is the silver allowance: the booking details refer to 6 grams, while the included-services information says 5 grams. Extra silver costs IDR 80,000 per gram, so confirm the current allowance and final price if you have a large or complex design in mind.

Key points to know before you go

• A personal design becomes a real souvenir: You can make a ring, pendant, bracelet, earrings, or another small silver item and take it home.
• The workshop sits by Ceking rice terraces: The class is on Jl. Raya Tegallalang, north of Ubud, close to popular rice terrace attractions.
• The group is very small: The maximum is five people, allowing close help during the hands-on work.
• You get a short but active class: Plan on 1.5 to 2 hours, with extra charges possible if the session runs longer.
• The silver allowance is limited: Five grams are listed in the inclusions, while another description says six grams. Extra silver is charged by the gram.
• It is family-run and locally rooted: The husband and wife team has more than 10 years of silver-making experience and welcomes you with water and local snacks.

Reaching the workshop north of Ubud

Ondox Silver Class is at Jl. Raya Tegallalang in Tegallalang, Gianyar, about 20 minutes from central Ubud by Grab according to one booking account. The workshop is close to the Ceking rice terraces and near the Cretya area, making it easy to add this activity before or after a rice-field visit.

There is no shuttle included, so you arrange your own transport. The location is served by app-based taxis such as Grab and Gojek, which makes the trip fairly simple if you have mobile data and a working ride-hailing app. Still, allow some spare time for traffic and for locating the exact entrance.

The setting is part of the appeal. This is not a downtown Ubud classroom squeezed between shops. You are heading into Tegallalang, where the roads become more rural and the rice terraces provide a natural backdrop. If you are already visiting the terraces, the workshop gives you a more hands-on stop instead of another quick photo opportunity.

The class ends where it begins, so you do not need to coordinate a separate return point. That is convenient, but you should arrange your onward ride after the session rather than assuming transport will be waiting outside.

Meeting the Balinese family behind the class

The workshop is run as a small family business. The husband and wife team, identified in the class material and personal accounts as Kedak and Komang, welcome you into a friendly, informal setting. Their family has more than a decade of experience making pure silver jewelry for local Balinese customers.

That background matters because you are not simply following a tourist craft kit. You are learning from working artisans who use manual carving and traditional hand tools. The class is still designed for beginners, but the finished piece benefits from experienced guidance when your design becomes tricky.

The welcome is simple and generous. Bottled water, local snacks, and Wi-Fi are included. These small touches help the workshop feel personal rather than rushed, especially when you arrive early or need a few minutes to settle in.

The setting can also feel like a visit to a local family enterprise. The business was opened to support the family economy in the village, and part of its profits is set aside for community management. If spending your activity money with a small local operation matters to you, this is a meaningful part of the experience.

Choosing a design you can finish in two hours

You can create your own design, with options including:

• Rings
• Earrings
• Pendants
• Bracelets
• Other small jewelry pieces

Bring inspiration pictures on your phone if you already have an idea. One person arrived with a photograph of a contemporary ring and received help adapting it into a finished piece. That is a useful approach: a simple reference image gives you a starting point while leaving room for the craft team to adjust the design to the available silver and class time.

You are free to create your own design except for the casting process. That limitation is important. You take part in much of the shaping, carving, and finishing, but the artisans handle the part that requires specialized equipment or greater control.

For a first attempt, simple shapes are the safest choice. A plain band, small pendant, or straightforward pair of earrings gives you more time to learn the process and polish the result. Intricate patterns, multiple pieces, or elaborate settings can require more help and may use more silver.

The class gives you 5 grams of pure silver according to the inclusions. Another description refers to 6 grams, so ask for confirmation before the session begins. Depending on the design, that amount can produce one larger item or two small rings. Several people were able to make two small rings from the allowance.

Local gemstones are available for an additional fee. They can add color and character to a pendant or ring, but they are not included in the class price. If you want a gemstone, ask about the extra cost before choosing it.

What happens during the 1.5 to 2 hour class

The class starts with an explanation of the jewelry-making process. You are shown the basic steps before working on your piece. The teaching is aimed at beginners, and the instructors break the work into manageable stages.

The exact order can vary according to your design, but you should expect to shape the silver, work on its surface, and finish the piece with guidance. You are not simply watching a demonstration. The strongest part of this activity is the chance to take part in each stage that can safely be done by hand.

The instructors help when your design needs correction or when a tool feels unfamiliar. Several people appreciated the balance between being allowed to do the work and receiving assistance when needed. That balance is especially useful for first-time jewelry makers. Too much help would turn the activity into a demonstration, while too little would leave you with a rough souvenir and a headache.

The team is also patient with different skill levels. An account from a family who spoke limited English noted that the process was explained simply enough for parents to participate. Another person who arrived about half an hour late was still helped through the activity. You should not count on late arrival receiving the same flexibility, but the family appears willing to be accommodating when circumstances go wrong.

Plan for the class to take 1.5 to 2 hours. The published details say an additional IDR 75,000 may apply if the session runs beyond the stated time. If your design is complex, ask how much time is included before you begin.

The hands-on work is the real attraction

The best reason to book this class is not the amount of silver. It is the process of making something personal in a place where silver jewelry has a working craft tradition.

You will likely leave with a piece that is not perfectly identical to a shop-made item. That is part of its value. A handmade ring carries the marks of your choices, including the shape you selected and the pattern you helped form. The artisans can refine the result so it looks polished, but you remain connected to the work.

The small group size helps here. The maximum is five people, and the family-run format allows more direct attention than a large workshop. If several people in your group attend together, you can make matching pieces or separate designs while sharing the same activity.

Couples and friends are particularly well suited to the class. You can make a pair of rings, create gifts for each other, or simply compare how different designs turn out. Families can also participate, provided everyone is comfortable with the handwork and follows the instructors’ guidance.

The class is less suited to someone who wants a long professional silversmithing course. Two hours is enough for an introduction and a small finished item, not for mastering the full trade. You will also not control every stage because casting is excluded.

How the price compares with the result

The listed price is $30.56 per person. That includes the class, guidance, bottled water, local snacks, Wi-Fi, and the stated silver allowance. You also receive a piece of jewelry to keep, which gives the activity more lasting value than a short demonstration.

The price looks fair if you mainly want an experience and a modest handmade souvenir. You are paying for close instruction as well as materials, and the small group makes the teaching more personal. The nearby rice terraces also make the trip more worthwhile because you can combine two activities in one outing.

The value changes if you want a heavy bracelet, a large pendant, or several substantial pieces. The included silver is limited, and extra silver costs IDR 80,000 per gram. Gemstones cost extra as well. Ask about the total before committing to a design, especially if you are working with a tight budget.

Some direct bookings have been offered at around IDR 450,000, but prices can change and the amount of silver may differ. Compare what is included rather than looking only at the headline price. A cheaper rate is not necessarily better if it includes less silver or a different class length.

The class is booked, on average, 17 days ahead, so reserving early is sensible during busy periods. Multiple class times are available, which helps you fit it around sightseeing, meals, or a visit to the rice terraces.

Pairing the class with Ceking rice terraces

The rice terraces across the road are the obvious companion stop. You can visit before the workshop, attend the class, then continue sightseeing, or reverse the order. The exact attraction you choose is up to you, but the location makes the combination practical.

This pairing also gives the day a better rhythm. The rice terraces offer open views and walking, while the silver class gives you time at a workbench. One is mainly about seeing Bali, the other about making something connected to it.

Do keep the timing in mind. The class lasts close to two hours, and the rice terrace area may involve walking and photo stops. If you have a fixed booking later in Ubud, do not schedule the workshop too tightly.

The location is a strong advantage over a class in central Ubud if you want to get outside the town center. It is less convenient if you are looking only for an activity within walking distance of your hotel.

Small limitations worth considering

The workshop has many strengths, but it is not a perfect fit for every plan. Transport is not included, and app-based rides can take time to arrange in rural areas. Save the address and confirm the meeting point before leaving.

The silver allowance needs clarification. The experience is described once as including 6 grams, while the included section specifies 5 grams. That difference matters for bracelets, larger rings, and anyone hoping to make more than one piece.

Your choices are also shaped by the short session. More complicated designs require more help, and sessions running beyond two hours may incur a fee. Keep your first design manageable and ask about extra costs before work begins.

Finally, the group is capped at five people, but the listing also refers to a small group of six in one account. The stated maximum is five, so use that as the official figure, but confirm the group size if having a very quiet class is important to you.

Who should book Ondox Silver Class

I would recommend it to you if you want a personal Bali souvenir, enjoy making things, or prefer a small local business to a large sightseeing operation. It works especially well for couples, friends, and families who want to create separate pieces side by side.

It is also a good choice if you plan to visit Ceking rice terraces or the nearby Cretya area. The location saves you from crossing Ubud for a second activity, and the class adds substance to a day that might otherwise be built around photos and restaurants.

You should think twice if you want a full silversmithing course, a large amount of material, or a completely independent process. The artisans guide and assist you closely, and they handle casting. That is exactly what makes the class approachable, but it means the activity is an introduction rather than advanced training.

The experience has a 5 out of 5 rating from 132 ratings and a 99 percent recommendation rate. Those figures fit the main strengths: kind instruction, a welcoming family atmosphere, a small class, and a finished piece that gives the activity a lasting purpose.

Should you book it?

Yes, if you want a hands-on Ubud activity with a modest piece of jewelry to remember it by. The family setting, patient instruction, and location near the Ceking rice terraces make this more personal than a standard craft demonstration.

Book early, bring a simple design idea, and confirm whether your session includes 5 or 6 grams of silver. If you keep the design realistic and budget for possible extra silver or gemstones, Ondox offers good value and one of the more memorable ways to take a small piece of Bali home.

Free cancellation is available up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Changes or cancellations made later are not accepted for a refund, and the class may be rescheduled or refunded if its minimum group size is not met.

FAQ

Where is Ondox Silver Class located?

It is located at Ondox Silver Class and Jewelry, Jl. Raya Tegallalang, Tegallalang, Gianyar, Bali 80561, Indonesia, north of Ubud and near the Ceking rice terraces.

How long does the silver class last?

The class lasts approximately 1.5 to 2 hours. An additional fee of IDR 75,000 may apply if it runs longer than the included time.

How much silver is included?

The included-services information states that you receive 5 grams of pure silver. Another description refers to 6 grams, so confirm the current allowance when booking.

Can I make my own jewelry design?

Yes. You can design your own ring, earrings, pendant, bracelet, or another piece. The casting process is not included as a participant-led step.

Are extra materials available?

Yes. Extra silver costs IDR 80,000 per gram. Local gemstones are also available for an additional fee.

Is transportation included?

No. Shuttle service is not included. The workshop can be reached using online taxis such as Grab or Gojek.

What is the maximum group size?

The stated maximum is five people.

Can I cancel for a full refund?

Yes. You can cancel at least 24 hours before the experience start time for a full refund. Cancellations or changes made less than 24 hours before the start time are not refunded or accepted.