2027 First Branch Bonsai Courses

Repotting Session 1
Feb
26
to Feb 28

Repotting Session 1

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

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Repotting Session 2
Mar
5
to Mar 7

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

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Repotting Session 3
Mar
26
to Mar 28

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 finishes. 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

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Repotting Session 4
Apr
2
to Apr 4

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

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Repotting Session 5
Apr
23
to Apr 25

Repotting Session 5

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

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Design Session 1
May
6
to May 9

Design Session 1

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

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Design Session 2
May
13
to May 16

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

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Design Session 3
Jun
3
to Jun 6

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

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Design Session 4
Jun
10
to Jun 13

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

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Design Session 5
Jul
1
to Jul 4

Design Session 5

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

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Design Session 6 (5 Days)
Jul
19
to Jul 23

Design Session 6 (5 Days)

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

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Design Session 7
Aug
5
to Aug 8

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

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Design Session 8
Aug
19
to Aug 22

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

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Design Session 9
Sep
16
to Sep 19

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

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Design Session 10
Sep
28
to Oct 1

Design Session 10

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

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Design Session 11
Oct
7
to Oct 10

Design Session 11

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

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Design Session 9 - FULL
Oct
8
to Oct 11

Design Session 9 - 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

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Design Session 8 - FULL
Oct
1
to Oct 4

Design Session 8 - 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

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Design Session 7 - One spot left
Sep
3
to Sep 6

Design Session 7 - One spot left

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

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Design Session 6
Aug
20
to Aug 23

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

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Design Session 5 - FULL
Jul
27
to Jul 31

Design Session 5 - FULL

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

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Design Session 4
Jul
2
to Jul 5

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

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Design Session 3 - FULL
Jun
25
to Jun 28

Design Session 3 - 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

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Design Session 2 - FULL
May
14
to May 17

Design Session 2 - 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

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Design Session 1- Full
Apr
30
to May 3

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

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Repotting Session 4
Apr
17
to Apr 19

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

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Repotting Session 3 - FULL
Apr
3
to Apr 5

Repotting Session 3 - 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

50% deposit is needed to hold your spot

To register for this course, email todd.schlafer@gmail.com.

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Repotting session 2 - FULL
Mar
27
to Mar 29

Repotting session 2 - 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

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Repotting Session 1 - Full
Mar
20
to Mar 22

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

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