Ikebana Classes

  • Why Study Ikebana?

    When you practice ikebana, your hands, eyes, and imagination become absorbed in the limitless originality of the natural world. Develop your creative self-expression and explore the beauty of flowers and plants through this dynamic art form.

    In depth, ongoing classes are offered year round in the San Francisco Bay Area for dedicated study. Each class includes a demonstration of techniques & design ideas, student practice time, and review with the instructor & class.

    Experiential workshops are also available by request for diverse groups, occasions & communities.

  • City Extension, City College of San Francisco

    These are ongoing classes for students at all levels.

    4 SATURDAYS 10am–1pm
    Spring Session 1A: Jan 17–Feb 7, 2026
    All levels beginning–advanced
    NO prerequisite

    5 SATURDAYS 10am–1pm
    Spring Session 1B: Feb 21–March 21, 2026
    Prerequisite: previous class attendance

    5 SATURDAYS 10am–1pm
    Spring Session 2A: Apr 18–May 16, 2026
    All levels beginning–advanced
    NO prerequisite

    5 SATURDAYS 10am–1pm
    Spring Session 2B: May 30–June 27, 2026
    Prerequisite/previous class attendance

    Receive a 10% tuition discount when you enroll by 2/1/26 using code EARLYBIRDS26

  • San Rafael Community Center

    This class is offered in Winter, Spring & Fall. Students at all levels study together

    WINTER 2026:
    Jan 15 – March 19, 2026

    SPRING 2026:
    April 16–June 18, 2026

  • Ikebana Experiential Workshops

    Designed for family & community groups, libararies, schools, businesses, children, adults.

  • Advanced Ikebana Workshops

    For your ikebana organization. In person or by zoom.
    Individual lessons

  • What Students Say

    Suzanne: This Ikebana class is just MORE than I imagined: More fun, more discipline, more absorbing and much more than floral decoration.

    Marion: Ikebana is the best gift I have ever given myself! New friendships, deeper ways of seeing, more gratitude.

    June: It's very modern but classical at the same time. The class brings out the best in each of us.