2026 First Branch Bonsai Courses
Repotting Session 1 - Full
During this 3-day course, you will be guided through the repotting processes with the appropriate techniques to match your trees' needs. We will consider all aspects, including ceramic selection, soil composition, tree placement, tie-down strategy, and aesthetic finishings. Repotting courses this year are not species-specific; all are welcome to bring their trees ready for repotting. You may bring your own tree, work on one of mine, or buy from a vast selection of collected trees to work on.
Price: $850 for a 3-day course
A 50% deposit is needed to hold your spot
To register for this course, email todd.schlafer@gmail.com
Repotting session 2
During this 3-day course, you will be guided through the repotting processes with the appropriate techniques to match your trees' needs. We will consider all aspects including ceramic selection, soil composition, tree placement, tie-down strategy, and aesthetic finishings. Repotting courses this year are not species-specific; all are welcome to bring their trees ready for repotting. You may bring your own tree, work on one of mine, or buy from a vast selection of collected trees to work on.
Price: $850 for a 3-day course
A 50% deposit is needed to hold your spot
To register for this course, email todd.schlafer@gmail.com
Repotting Session 3
During this 3-day course, you will be guided through the repotting processes with the appropriate techniques to match your trees' needs. We will consider all aspects including ceramic selection, soil composition, tree placement, tie-down strategy, and aesthetic finishings. Repotting courses this year are not species-specific; all are welcome to bring their trees ready for repotting. You may bring your own tree, work on one of mine, or buy from a vast selection of collected trees to work on.
Price: $850 for a 3-day course
50% deposit is needed to hold your spot
To register for this course, email todd.schlafer@gmail.com.
Repotting Session 4
During this 3-day course, you will be guided through the repotting processes with the appropriate techniques to match your trees' needs. We will consider all aspects, including ceramic selection, soil composition, tree placement, tie-down strategy, and aesthetic finishings. Repotting courses this year are not species-specific; all are welcome to bring their trees ready for repotting. You may bring your own tree, work on one of mine, or buy from a vast selection of collected trees to work on.
Price: $850 for a 3-day course
A 50% deposit is needed to hold your spot
To register for this course, email todd.schlafer@gmail.com
Design Session 1- Full
During this 4-day course, you will be guided through the styling and design processes, using the appropriate techniques to match your trees' specific needs. We will consider all aspects of design, including aesthetics, sustainability, and species-specific nuances. Design courses this year are not organized by species; all are welcome to bring their trees ready for styling. You may bring your own tree, work on one of mine, or buy from a vast selection of collected trees to work on.
Price: $950 for a 4-day course
A 50% deposit is needed to hold your spot
To register for this course, email todd.schlafer@gmail.com
Design Session 2
During this 4-day course, you will be guided through the styling and design processes, using the appropriate techniques to match your trees' specific needs. We will consider all aspects of design, including aesthetics, sustainability, and species-specific nuances. Design courses this year are not organized by species; all are welcome to bring their trees ready for styling. You may bring your own tree, work on one of mine, or buy from a vast selection of collected trees to work on.
Price: $950 for a 4-day course
A 50% deposit is needed to hold your spot
To register for this course, email todd.schlafer@gmail.com
Design Session 3
During this 4-day course, you will be guided through the styling and design processes, using the appropriate techniques to match your trees' specific needs. We will consider all aspects of design, including aesthetics, sustainability, and species-specific nuances. Design courses this year are not organized by species; all are welcome to bring their trees ready for styling. You may bring your own tree, work on one of mine, or buy from a vast selection of collected trees to work on.
Price: $950 for a 4-day course
A 50% deposit is needed to hold your spot
To register for this course, email todd.schlafer@gmail.com
Design Session 4
During this 4-day course, you will be guided through the styling and design processes, using the appropriate techniques to match your trees' specific needs. We will consider all aspects of design, including aesthetics, sustainability, and species-specific nuances. Design courses this year are not organized by species; all are welcome to bring their trees ready for styling. You may bring your own tree, work on one of mine, or buy from a vast selection of collected trees to work on.
Price: $950 for a 4-day course
A 50% deposit is needed to hold your spot
To register for this course, email todd.schlafer@gmail.com
Design Session 5
During this 5-day course, you will be guided through the styling and design processes, using the appropriate techniques to match your trees' specific needs. We will consider all aspects of design, including aesthetics, sustainability, and species-specific nuances. Design courses this year are not organized by species; all are welcome to bring their trees ready for styling. You may bring your own tree, work on one of mine, or buy from a vast selection of collected trees to work on.
Price: $1,050 for a 5-day course
A 50% deposit is needed to hold your spot
To register for this course, email todd.schlafer@gmail.com
Design Session 6
During this 4-day course, you will be guided through the styling and design processes, using the appropriate techniques to match your trees' specific needs. We will consider all aspects of design, including aesthetics, sustainability, and species-specific nuances. Design courses this year are not organized by species; all are welcome to bring their trees ready for styling. You may bring your own tree, work on one of mine, or buy from a vast selection of collected trees to work on.
Price: $950 for a 4-day course
A 50% deposit is needed to hold your spot
To register for this course, email todd.schlafer@gmail.com
Design Session 7
During this 4-day course, you will be guided through the styling and design processes, using the appropriate techniques to match your trees' specific needs. We will consider all aspects of design, including aesthetics, sustainability, and species-specific nuances. Design courses this year are not organized by species; all are welcome to bring their trees ready for styling. You may bring your own tree, work on one of mine, or buy from a vast selection of collected trees to work on.
Price: $950 for a 4-day course
A 50% deposit is needed to hold your spot
To register for this course, email todd.schlafer@gmail.com
Design Session 8
During this 4-day course, you will be guided through the styling and design processes, using the appropriate techniques to match your trees' specific needs. We will consider all aspects of design, including aesthetics, sustainability, and species-specific nuances. Design courses this year are not organized by species; all are welcome to bring their trees ready for styling. You may bring your own tree, work on one of mine, or buy from a vast selection of collected trees to work on.
Price: $950 for a 4-day course
A 50% deposit is needed to hold your spot
To register for this course, email todd.schlafer@gmail.com
Design Session 9
During this 4-day course, you will be guided through the styling and design processes, using the appropriate techniques to match your trees' specific needs. We will consider all aspects of design, including aesthetics, sustainability, and species-specific nuances. Design courses this year are not organized by species; all are welcome to bring their trees ready for styling. You may bring your own tree, work on one of mine, or buy from a vast selection of collected trees to work on.
Price: $950 for a 4-day course
A 50% deposit is needed to hold your spot
To register for this course, email todd.schlafer@gmail.com