Professional Floral Training – Pursue Your Career in Just 5 Weeks!

Sun, 05 Oct, 2025 at 03:00 pm to Sun, 02 Nov, 2025 at 05:30 pm UTC-07:00

Bita W Florist | Vancouver

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Professional Floral Training \u2013 Pursue Your Career in Just 5 Weeks!
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Ready to dive into the world of professional floral design in just 5 weeks? Join us for hands-on training and kickstart your dream career!
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Professional Floral Training – Pursue Your Career in Just 5 Weeks!

Come join us at Bita W Florist for an exciting opportunity to kickstart your career in the world of flowers! Our 5-week training program will equip you with the skills and knowledge needed to thrive in the floral industry. Whether you're a beginner looking to explore a new passion or a seasoned pro wanting to refine your craft, this event is perfect for you. Don't miss out on this chance to turn your love for flowers into a fulfilling career!

Schedule: Sundays only, 2.5 hours per session


Week 1: Foundations of Floral Design
  • Introduction to the floral industry & career paths
  • Tools of the trade: floral knives, scissors, wire, tape, foam, etc.
  • Flower care & conditioning (hydration, storage, handling)
  • Basics of color theory & flower selection
  • Hands-on: Creating your first hand-tied bouquet

Week 2: Vase & Everyday Arrangements
  • Principles of balance, proportion, and scale
  • Working with floral foam vs. chicken wire vs. pin frogs
  • Design styles: traditional, modern, garden-inspired
  • Hands-on: Designing a vase arrangement for home or retail

Week 3: Weddings & Events
  • Bridal bouquets (round, cascading, freeform)
  • Boutonnieres, corsages, and wearable flowers
  • Ceremony & reception décor basics
  • Hands-on: Bridal bouquet & boutonniere practice

Week 4: Large-Scale & Creative Design
  • Event installations: arches, backdrops, centerpieces
  • Mechanics & stability for large-scale floral designs
  • Creative techniques: using branches, greenery, and unusual vessels
  • Hands-on: Group project – floral arch or large centerpiece

Week 5: Business & Portfolio Building
  • Pricing, costing, and profit margins for florists
  • Subscription flowers & corporate accounts
  • Branding & marketing (Instagram, photography tips)
  • Building a professional portfolio (photoshoot of final designs)
  • Hands-on: Final project – create your signature floral piece

✨ By the end of 5 weeks, students will have:

  • Practical floral design skills (bouquets, events, installations)
  • Knowledge of business & marketing strategies
  • A starter portfolio to launch their floral career
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Event Venue & Nearby Stays

Bita W Florist, 67 East Cordova Street, Vancouver, Canada

Tickets

CAD 33.28 to CAD 560.47

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