Plan a private flower arranging class in NYC for friends, family, or colleagues. Welcoming to beginners and experienced learners, this hands-on workshop is a creative option for birthdays, bridal showers, team events, and family gatherings.
Elise draws on principles of ikebana and ideas from choreography and site-specific art to introduce a practical approach to movement, texture, and the relationship between flowers and their containers. With years of teaching experience, she creates a calm, supportive environment where each participant can explore their own ideas and develop greater confidence arranging flowers.
Each participant leaves with a finished floral arrangement and design principles they can continue using on their own. Classes can take place at a Cobble Hill location arranged by Elise or at your home, office, or another suitable venue in Brooklyn or Manhattan. All flowers and materials are included.
IMPORTANT PRICING INFORMATION
Pricing is based on the final group size:
Groups of 2 to 5: $85 per person
Groups of 6 or more: $75 per person
Setup fee: A one-time $50 fee applies to every private class booking.
Classes at the customer’s location: An additional transportation fee may apply depending on the location and transportation needs. Any additional fee will be confirmed in advance.
Our private class request form does not currently calculate different group rates, the setup fee, or transportation costs automatically. After a request is submitted, DoBeDoUs will confirm the final group size, any applicable transportation fee, and the total price before the booking is finalized.
We aim to be fair to both learners and instructors while ensuring artists and studios are paid for their work. This policy helps ensure instructors and studios are compensated for their time and preparation. We encourage learners to review class details carefully before booking and to reach out with any questions in advance.
Some classes have a class-specific cancellation, refund, or credit policy. If applicable, it will be listed in the class description and will apply where it differs from the general policy below. Please review the full class description before booking.
Tickets are refundable if canceled at least 7 days before the event. If you cancel, a cancellation fee equal to the payment processing cost for the transaction, approximately 3% of the booking total, will be deducted from your refund.
If you’re unable to attend, you’re welcome to give your ticket to a friend. Please have them check in using your name.
In the rare case that the event does not meet minimum participation requirements, we’ll contact ticket holders at least 48 hours in advance with the option to reschedule or receive a refund, excluding the nonrefundable payment processing cost.
To learn more or if you have questions, please review our cancellation details. If you need to request a cancellation under a class-specific policy, please email support@dobedous.com with the class name and your order number, or use the contact form in the footer.
Cobble Hill, TBD, Brooklyn, NY, 11201 View Direction
Elise Bernhardt is a floral designer and teacher based in Brooklyn whose work with flowers grew from years producing site-specific dance performances and leading cultural organizations. Her design approach brings together the principles of Ikebana (Japanese floral design) and western choreography concepts, with close attention to movement, texture, and how flowers relate to their containers and the spaces they inhabit. She has been teaching floral design at Brooklyn Botanic Garden for over five years. Her private flower arranging classes and floral design workshops are calm, collaborative, and welcoming to all levels. Participants leave with a practical design framework and the confidence to keep arranging on their own.
Please arrive about 10 minutes before the class starts so you can settle in comfortably.
After booking, you’ll receive a confirmation email with directions and any important details for the class.
Class format, materials, and preparation are all outlined in the class description. Most classes are beginner-friendly unless noted otherwise.
All classes are taught by vetted artists and makers who are experienced in both their craft and teaching.
We offer local, artist-led classes that support ongoing creative learning and bring people together through community.
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Elise’s background spans floral design, site-specific dance, and cultural leadership. Drawing from the principles of ikebana and Western choreography, she helps learners notice movement, texture, proportion, and the relationship between flowers, containers, and the surrounding space. With more than five years of teaching floral design at Brooklyn Botanic Garden, she knows how to turn these ideas into a practical and approachable design process.
Classes are welcoming to beginners while giving more experienced participants room to explore their own ideas. Elise offers personal guidance without pushing everyone toward the same result, creating a relaxed environment where learners can experiment, exchange ideas, and develop their own eye. Participants leave with a finished arrangement, a useful design framework, and greater confidence arranging flowers on their own.
Private sessions can take place at a Cobble Hill location arranged by Elise or at a suitable location chosen by the group, such as a home, office, or other gathering space. This flexibility makes the experience easy to adapt for friends, families, celebrations, and team events. Wherever the class is held, the session remains hands-on and personal, with materials and guidance prepared for the group.
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Minimum 2 participants · $85.00 per person
We’ll tailor a session to fit your goals, whether it’s just for you or a group of friends, family or colleagues. Classes can take place at your location or in our studio.
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The class was dynamic and engaging. A good intro to start playing around with your style and tastes, while learning fundamental blocks of design and aesthetic.”
What a wonderful, engaging and fun flower design class. Elise is that rare presenter who combines knowledge, insights and encouragement in a class that caters to all ages, talents and interests. I’ll never look at a flower arrangement the same again.”
I don’t think I had ever looked forward to changing the flower water like I did this evening after taking this class! In one sentence I would have to say I now am able to have a conversation with the flowers. I had just looked at bouquets before-now I participate with them. This could be addictive!”
Gifting
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