Intro to Ikebana @ Salt Your Soul - November 21

Description

Step away from the rush of daily life and experience the calming practice of Ikebana, the Japanese art of flower arrangement. This beginner-friendly class introduces you to working with natural materials in a mindful and creative way.

No prior experience is needed. This class is designed for complete beginners, as well as anyone curious about Japanese culture, floral design, plants, or mindful creative practice.

What You’ll Do

In this hands-on experience, you will:
• Learn the foundational history and principles of Ikebana
• Explore basic structure, balance, and composition techniques
• Create your own seasonal arrangement to take home
• Experience Ikebana as a focused, mindful creative practice

What’s Included

This is an all-inclusive experience. Everything needed to complete your arrangement is provided in class.

• Fresh floral materials for use during class
• A container and kenzan (flower frog) to take home
• A completed arrangement to take home at the end of class
• A beginner learning guide

All additional tools and materials required for instruction are provided for use during class.

What to Expect

This class is designed to be calm, supportive, and beginner-friendly with a maximum class size of 15 that still allows for individual attention.

Arrangement photos in this description are examples of what a beginner arrangement can look like. The final arrangement you create will depend on available materials.

Instructor

This class is led by Leslie Wier-Fincher, a certified Ikebana teacher with the Sogetsu School of Ikebana.

Learn more about your instructor on our About page.

Continuing Your Practice

This class can stand alone as a one-time creative experience or serve as a starting point for deeper study. Guidance is offered during class for participants interested in continuing their Ikebana practice or exploring formal study pathways.

Location

Salt Your Soul
7256 S Tamiami Trail
Sarasota, FL 34231

Important Notes

The last day to register for this workshop is November 15, 2026 to allow for the ordering and processing of floral materials.

Please review the cancellation and refund policy before registering. By enrolling, you agree to the Terms and Conditions and Refund Policy listed on this website.