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Students may arrange workshop dates according to their own availability, subject to confirmation. The course can be completed at a pace that suits each individual.
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Students may choose to complete 1 to 4 arrangements per workshop day. As the full Introductory Course includes 8 arrangements in total, it can be completed over 2 to 8 workshop days, depending on each student’s schedule and preferred pace.
What happens after I complete all 8 arrangements?
Once all 8 arrangements have been completed, students will be eligible to apply for the Introductory Course completion certificate, officially issued by the Ohara School of Ikebana, Japan. Please note that an additional fee applies for certificate application.
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Q: How does the flexible schedule work?
Students may arrange workshop dates according to their own availability, subject to confirmation. The course can be completed at a pace that suits each individual.
Q: How many arrangements can I complete in one workshop day?
Students may choose to complete 1 to 4 arrangements per workshop day. As the full Introductory Course includes 8 arrangements in total, it can be completed over 2 to 8 workshop days, depending on each student’s schedule and preferred pace.
Q: What happens after I complete all 8 arrangements?
Once all 8 arrangements have been completed, students will be eligible to apply for the Introductory Course completion certificate, officially issued by the Ohara School of Ikebana, Japan. Please note that an additional fee applies for certificate application.
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A: Adults & 11+ years. An adult must accompany any attending kids (the adult may observe for free).
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An eight-lesson introduction to Ohara Ikebana, the Japanese art of flower arranging, in Liverpool.
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1. Course Overview
This eight-lesson course introduces Basic Hana-isho, the foundation of the Ohara School’s curriculum. You will study its Rising and Inclining Forms and learn to arrange with attention to the natural character of your materials.
2. Flexible Scheduling
This course is offered on a flexible booking basis, allowing students to arrange workshop dates according to their own availability.
Students may choose to complete 1 to 4 arrangements per visit, and the full 8-lesson course can be taken at a pace that suits each individual.
Future workshop dates can be arranged directly with the tutor.
3. How You'll Learn
Watch Joyce explain and demonstrate the form, then create your own arrangement. Receive individual feedback and make adjustments to refine your work.
4. Rising Form - 4 Lessons
Learn how to select and position stems to express the beauty of upright growth. Practise basic and variation arrangements in Tateru-katachi, the Rising Form of Basic Hana-isho.
5. Inclining Form - 4 Lessons
Explore the movement of slanting stems and how to balance them with the rest of your arrangement. Practise basic and variation arrangements in Katamukeru-katachi, the Inclining Form of Basic Hana-isho.
6. Completion and Further Study
After completing all eight lessons, you can apply through Joyce the Florist for an official certificate issued by the Ohara School in Japan. The application fee is not included in the course price. The next stage of study is the 16-lesson Beginner’s Course.
What you'll get
- Flower materials for your practical work.
- Use of the studio’s flower containers during lessons.
- The flowers from your arrangements to take home after each visit.
- Photos of your work to record your progress.
Knowledge required
This course is suitable for complete beginners. No previous Ikebana experience is required.
What to bring
You don’t need to bring flowers or a container. A notebook is optional.
Session repeats
After the first session, subsequent sessions can be arranged with the teacher, at a time that suits you.
Suitable for
This class is great for individuals and couples as well as for a date idea, birthday or hen do.
Suitable for adults, and kids (minimum 11 years old).
An adult must accompany any attending kids (the adult may observe for free).
This experience would also be a unique gift for her, gift for mum, Xmas gift or gift for couples.
FAQ
How does the flexible schedule work?
Students may arrange workshop dates according to their own availability, subject to confirmation. The course can be completed at a pace that suits each individual.
How many arrangements can I complete in one workshop day?
Students may choose to complete 1 to 4 arrangements per workshop day. As the full Introductory Course includes 8 arrangements in total, it can be completed over 2 to 8 workshop days, depending on each student’s schedule and preferred pace.
What happens after I complete all 8 arrangements?
Once all 8 arrangements have been completed, students will be eligible to apply for the Introductory Course completion certificate, officially issued by the Ohara School of Ikebana, Japan. Please note that an additional fee applies for certificate application.
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Recent reviews of Ikebana Introductory Course - Ohara School of Ikebana
- 5/5 from Lesley Pearce, attended Sep 2026: I have recently completed 8 lessons (Beginners course) and I loved it so much. The flowers and tools are provided. Joyce is a lovely person and excellent teacher. Her studio is very welcoming and the Chinese tea is a nice touch. I’m really looking forward to doing the next level. Highly recommended.
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WHO WE AREJoyce the Florist is a floral art studio based in the UK, devoted to Ikebana — the traditional Japanese flower arranging art. Founded by Joyce (Jiale) Feng, a certified Master Instructor of the Ohara School of Ikebana in Japan. Our studio is a space where flowers, eastern culture, and mindfulness meet. We also embrace the wider world of floral art. Whether you are discovering Ikebana for the first time or seeking refined floral experiences for your home, event, or community, we welcome you to share in the timeless beauty of flowers with us.WHAT WE DO
- Ikebana Experience Workshops – hands-on seasonal sessions for beginners and enthusiasts.
- Ohara-Ryu Ikebana Courses – from foundation to advanced, structured study in the Ohara tradition
- Bespoke Floral Design – distinctive floral works to reflect your needs, style and occasion
- Floral Space Styling – elegant floral designs for venues, exhibitions, and special events.
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