classes offered

The standard Sogetsu Textbooks, which consist of “Sogetsu Textbook 1&2” , “Sogetsu Textbook 3・4” and “Sogetsu Textbook 5” are used in the lessons. They cover all the necessary basics for beginners to enjoy acquiring skills through actual interaction with flowers, deepen their understanding of the plant materials, and eventually master a high level of self-expression through flowers.

Introduction to Ikebana

Curriculum 1: Kakei

20 Lessons in about 6 months

The basics of Ikebana are studied through a method called Kakei-ho.Upon completion, application can be made for The First Certificate (Yonkyu).

Curriculum 2: Kakei

20 Lessons in about 6 months

As an extension of basic Kakei, Variation Styles are studied.Upon completion, application can be made for The Second Certificate (Sankyu).

Intermediate Ikebana

Curriculum 3: Composition and Line, Color and Mass

20 Lessons in about 6 months

The new stage of free arrangement begins, apart from Kakei-ho.

Upon completion, application can be made for The Third Certificate (Nikyu).

Curriculum 4: Material and Space

20 Lessons in about 6 months

A higher level of expression is mastered by deepening understanding of the material and the space.

Upon completion, application can be made for The Fourth Certificate (Ikkyu).

Advanced Ikebana

Lessons for Teacher's Diploma (Necessary for teacher certification)

Curriculum 5: Technique and Creation

30 Lessons in about 10 months.

After completing all the studies of the four curricula, lessons continue for acquisition of a Teacher’s Diploma (to be officially certified as Sogetsu teacher). At this stage, the curriculum composed of the four key words “Technique,” “Materials,” “Placement,” and “Creation” learned to get a more confident foundation of skills, knowledge, and greater creativity. At the same time, training is required to gain mental preparedness as a teacher. Upon completion of Curriculum 5, application can be made for Teacher’s Diploma Fourth Grade (the first stage of teacher’s diploma), a Hand-carved Kanban/Name board, and Hand-carved Sekisatsu/Nameplate.

Fee

$45/class (includes branches, flowers and leaves materials, take home after class)

If you already have your own garden shears, KENZAN flower frog and SUIBAN flower, please bring them to the class. If you do not have these items, you can borrow from the instructor during the class.

Important:

If you would like to attend Introductory class please signup first, as our class fills up fast. in order for us to prepare your material.

Things you need to bring: Scissors, Kenzan, Small Towel, Medium sized bucket for taking flowers home.

For ant inquiry, please e-mail to ikebana@butokuden.com.