Love flowers? Searching for something creative, hands-on and soul-enriching?
Join us for our Fundamentals of Floristry course — a thoughtfully designed introduction to floral design and the first step toward a career in floristry.
Held over 8 inspiring weeks, this course is built for beginners who want to learn the art of working with fresh flowers in a modern and intentional way. Each week, you’ll build your confidence while learning essential floristry skills — from flower care and preparation, to colour theory, bouquet-making, floral design principles, and sustainable techniques.
You’ll be guided by Elise Ross, Head Florist of Elyssium Blooms and founder of The Bloom School. With over two decades of experience and a genuine love for teaching, Elise brings her industry knowledge and creative insight into every session, helping students to feel supported, capable and creatively fulfilled.
Our classes are kept small and personal to ensure each student receives plenty of 1:1 guidance, hands-on learning, and time to connect with others who share a passion for flowers. It’s not just a course — it’s a beautiful beginning.
This course runs over 8 weeks, 1 day per week on a Wednesday 9:30am - 3:00pm starting 30th July 2025.
WHO THIS COURSE IS AIMED AT:
This course is ideal for aspiring florists and floral enthusiasts looking to gain foundational knowledge and practical skills. Whether you’re dreaming of a career in floristry or simply want to explore a new creative outlet, no prior experience is required - just a love of flowers and a willingness to learn.
VENUE LOCATION:
This current course will be held at The Rivermill, a local venue and café located in the Gold Coast Hinterland. While this is a temporary home for us as we search for our next long-term location, the space offers everything we need to continue creating, sharing, and learning together. We’ll be utilising the barn and outdoor areas, working amongst the natural beauty of the surrounds.
The Rivermill - 950 Beaudessert Nerang Road, Mount Nathan QLD 4211.
KEY LEARNING OUTCOMES:
How to care for and condition a range of flowers to increase vase life, flower types and names
Explore the basics of floristry design, including color, texture, and elements of design, while developing your unique floral style
Learn the skills to create bouquets using the spiral technique, exploring both modern and more traditional styles
Explore the techniques around both foam and foam free mechanics for arrangements
Learn different aspects of retail floristry
Flower pricing for arrangements and bouquets
Basic wiring techniques to create flower crowns
How to forage and source botanicals
Learn different paths of where to take your floristry career within the industry
Learn to work with wholesalers/ordering
And so much more
WHAT IS INCLUDED:
ALL flowers are included in the course and yours to take home
Everything you need for each lesson including apron, snips, toolkit, floral sundries
Class excursion Wednesday 3rd September 2025 - Brisbane Flower Markets (Please note - this session is an early start 7:00am)
Class excursion - Date TBC - A visit to a local flower farm, enjoy a guided tour to learn how flowers are grown, harvested and cared for, then handpick your own blooms to design with back in class
Upon completing the course, you will receive a Certificate of Completion from The Bloom School, and an afternoon of nibbles and a drink to celebrate your achievements
Opportunity to join The Bloom School Community in our private Facebook group
All students receive a 15% discount on all courses and workshops once they have attended a course with us
An 8 week in depth program covering the fundamentals of floristry, lots of fun and creativity
WHAT TO BRING:
PLEASE BE ADVISED THAT LUNCH IS NOT INCLUDED
You’re welcome to bring your own lunch in a cooler bag (as there is no access to a food fridge), or purchase something from the on-site cafe at The Rivermill.
PRICING AND COURSE DETAILS:
Course Cost - $2,750.00
When paying in FULL you will receive a discounted registration at $2,550.00, please choose this option when going to checkout.
Duration - Each lesson will run from 9:30am to 3:00pm every Wednesday starting 30th July 2025.
PAYMENT OPTIONS:
FULL Payment Upfront $2,550.00 (discounted rate if paying in FULL).
Payment Plan A - $1,000.00 Upfront payment, then 4 payments of $437.00 due on July 30th 2025, August 13th 2025, August 27th 2025 and September 10th 2025. These will be invoiced to you separately.
AFTERPAY Payment Plan - $2,000.00 Upfront, then a separate invoice of $750.00 due by 30th July 2025. This will be invoiced separately.
Failure to pay an installment may result in cancellation of your course.
All course payments must be received prior to the course end date.
If you are purchasing the course after any of the above payment plan dates, your first instalment will include all payments up until current. This is to ensure the payment plan is completed on time.
Please email the team for any payment questions at hello@thebloomschool.com.au.
COURSE DATES:
Wednesday 30the July 2025
Wednesday 6th August 2025
Wednesday 13th August 2025
Wednesday 20th August 2025
Wednesday 27th August 2025
Wednesday 3rd September 2025 - Brisbane Flower Market
Wednesday 10th September 2025
Wednesday 17th September 2025 - Afternoon tea provided as we celebrate your achievements.
If you are unable to attend a scheduled class, a make-up fee of $250.00 will apply to reschedule. Please note that make-up class dates may not be available until the next course session. As a result, there is a possibility that you may not complete the course on time, which could delay the awarding of your certificate of completion until all classes are finished.
All students must be over 18 years of age and have their own means of transport.
Please reach out if you have any questions.
We look forward to watching you bloom!
Love flowers? Searching for something creative, hands-on and soul-enriching?
Join us for our Fundamentals of Floristry course — a thoughtfully designed introduction to floral design and the first step toward a career in floristry.
Held over 8 inspiring weeks, this course is built for beginners who want to learn the art of working with fresh flowers in a modern and intentional way. Each week, you’ll build your confidence while learning essential floristry skills — from flower care and preparation, to colour theory, bouquet-making, floral design principles, and sustainable techniques.
You’ll be guided by Elise Ross, Head Florist of Elyssium Blooms and founder of The Bloom School. With over two decades of experience and a genuine love for teaching, Elise brings her industry knowledge and creative insight into every session, helping students to feel supported, capable and creatively fulfilled.
Our classes are kept small and personal to ensure each student receives plenty of 1:1 guidance, hands-on learning, and time to connect with others who share a passion for flowers. It’s not just a course — it’s a beautiful beginning.
This course runs over 8 weeks, 1 day per week on a Wednesday 9:30am - 3:00pm starting 30th July 2025.
WHO THIS COURSE IS AIMED AT:
This course is ideal for aspiring florists and floral enthusiasts looking to gain foundational knowledge and practical skills. Whether you’re dreaming of a career in floristry or simply want to explore a new creative outlet, no prior experience is required - just a love of flowers and a willingness to learn.
VENUE LOCATION:
This current course will be held at The Rivermill, a local venue and café located in the Gold Coast Hinterland. While this is a temporary home for us as we search for our next long-term location, the space offers everything we need to continue creating, sharing, and learning together. We’ll be utilising the barn and outdoor areas, working amongst the natural beauty of the surrounds.
The Rivermill - 950 Beaudessert Nerang Road, Mount Nathan QLD 4211.
KEY LEARNING OUTCOMES:
How to care for and condition a range of flowers to increase vase life, flower types and names
Explore the basics of floristry design, including color, texture, and elements of design, while developing your unique floral style
Learn the skills to create bouquets using the spiral technique, exploring both modern and more traditional styles
Explore the techniques around both foam and foam free mechanics for arrangements
Learn different aspects of retail floristry
Flower pricing for arrangements and bouquets
Basic wiring techniques to create flower crowns
How to forage and source botanicals
Learn different paths of where to take your floristry career within the industry
Learn to work with wholesalers/ordering
And so much more
WHAT IS INCLUDED:
ALL flowers are included in the course and yours to take home
Everything you need for each lesson including apron, snips, toolkit, floral sundries
Class excursion Wednesday 3rd September 2025 - Brisbane Flower Markets (Please note - this session is an early start 7:00am)
Class excursion - Date TBC - A visit to a local flower farm, enjoy a guided tour to learn how flowers are grown, harvested and cared for, then handpick your own blooms to design with back in class
Upon completing the course, you will receive a Certificate of Completion from The Bloom School, and an afternoon of nibbles and a drink to celebrate your achievements
Opportunity to join The Bloom School Community in our private Facebook group
All students receive a 15% discount on all courses and workshops once they have attended a course with us
An 8 week in depth program covering the fundamentals of floristry, lots of fun and creativity
WHAT TO BRING:
PLEASE BE ADVISED THAT LUNCH IS NOT INCLUDED
You’re welcome to bring your own lunch in a cooler bag (as there is no access to a food fridge), or purchase something from the on-site cafe at The Rivermill.
PRICING AND COURSE DETAILS:
Course Cost - $2,750.00
When paying in FULL you will receive a discounted registration at $2,550.00, please choose this option when going to checkout.
Duration - Each lesson will run from 9:30am to 3:00pm every Wednesday starting 30th July 2025.
PAYMENT OPTIONS:
FULL Payment Upfront $2,550.00 (discounted rate if paying in FULL).
Payment Plan A - $1,000.00 Upfront payment, then 4 payments of $437.00 due on July 30th 2025, August 13th 2025, August 27th 2025 and September 10th 2025. These will be invoiced to you separately.
AFTERPAY Payment Plan - $2,000.00 Upfront, then a separate invoice of $750.00 due by 30th July 2025. This will be invoiced separately.
Failure to pay an installment may result in cancellation of your course.
All course payments must be received prior to the course end date.
If you are purchasing the course after any of the above payment plan dates, your first instalment will include all payments up until current. This is to ensure the payment plan is completed on time.
Please email the team for any payment questions at hello@thebloomschool.com.au.
COURSE DATES:
Wednesday 30the July 2025
Wednesday 6th August 2025
Wednesday 13th August 2025
Wednesday 20th August 2025
Wednesday 27th August 2025
Wednesday 3rd September 2025 - Brisbane Flower Market
Wednesday 10th September 2025
Wednesday 17th September 2025 - Afternoon tea provided as we celebrate your achievements.
If you are unable to attend a scheduled class, a make-up fee of $250.00 will apply to reschedule. Please note that make-up class dates may not be available until the next course session. As a result, there is a possibility that you may not complete the course on time, which could delay the awarding of your certificate of completion until all classes are finished.
All students must be over 18 years of age and have their own means of transport.
Please reach out if you have any questions.
We look forward to watching you bloom!
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