My Ikebana beginner courses are suitable for complete beginners and provide a solid foundation in basic Ikenobo Ikebana styles and techniques. You will study Moribana, Nageire and Free style, along with an introduction to Shoka in the Shoden course. You will experience using a variety of seasonal materials.
Although I am not currently running regular, weekday and Saturday classes, some of my senior students are teaching in the London area, Malaysia and Spain. I will delighted to introduce you just contact me.
For those living in and even quite far from London, I am hoping to restart two weekend intensive courses each year leading to an elementary certificate, for beginners (see opposite). My weekend intensive Ikenobo Ikebana courses are also suitable for more advanced students.
For classes availability and to book your place: contact us by email
Weekend intensive courses are currently held west London.
Weekend Intensive March 2020
Gaye is one of my most senior level students and is now a professor of Ikenobo School. And below two of my more recent students, Mariana and Nancy, receive their first official certificates from Ikenobo HQ in Kyoto.
Gaye with her professor diploma award
Nancy & Mariana receive their first certificates
Next courses spring & autumn:
I am taking a break from teaching regular classes. Some of my most senior students are running classes and I'll be happy to refer you to them. If you'd like me to refer you, please contact us by email.
I am planning to do one or two weekend intensive workshops, one in spring and one in autumn each year (see below). These are two-day intensive courses, ideal for people living a long distance from London and for those living in or close to London too. My intensive courses are usually fully booked a couple of months in advance and early booking is advised. To register your interest in weekend intensive courses contact us by email.
An intensive weekend course of four hours on Saturday afternoon and four hours on Sunday morning, leaving students plenty of time to travel. There are several reasonably priced hotels in the area for accommodation on Saturday night.
Next weekend intensive - planning for spring 2022
Weekend intensive course: 2 x 4 hour lessons-course fee £240
Courses' fees include all flower materials and use of vases and containers.
Students may apply for the elementary certificate from Ikenobo HQ following this course.
Students should bring their own kenzan* (pin holder), hasami* (scissors) and a wrapping sheet* to take the materials home with them after the classes. (*can be purchased at the first class).
Booking conditions: all courses and classes must be booked and paid for in advance. Weekday and Saturday classes may be cancelled for a full refund up to 7 days before the start date. Cancellations less than 7 days prior to the course start date will not be refunded. Weekend intensive courses are subject to a minimum three students and will be confirmed 14 days prior to the course. Bookings for weekend intensive courses may be cancelled for full refund up to 14 days in advance.
Weekend intensive courses are usually held at Woodford Hall, Ruislip HA4 (to be confirmed for 2022). There are several reasonably priced nearby hotels. Information can be provided when booking your course.
