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2025-2026
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Apply With Confidence
What you learn here translates directly to real-world floral work.
Layer Your Knowledge
Classes can stand alone—or stack beautifully inside a Track.
Learn by Doing
Every experience emphasizes hands-on application, not passive watching.
Choose a Skill
Classes focus on specific techniques, concepts, or design challenges.
How Learning at Fleur University® Works
BEFORE YOU GET STARTED...
signature series
advanced virtual design intensives
Advanced virtual design intensives that explore elevated concepts, mechanics, and material mastery. These courses are immersive, technique-driven experiences for florists seeking focused creative growth.
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Advanced Leaf Manipulation
virtual Xperience
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virtual Xperience
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Divine Structure:
Advanced Mechanics
virtual Xperience
The Art of Sympathy: Elevated Tributes
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Natural Foundations: Sustainable Structures
virtual Xperience
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virtual Xperience
Petal Couture: Advanced Wearables
meet your virtual instructors
ROBBYN REPP
05
TRISH NISHIKAWA
04
TONI MCDANIEL
03
TONI JONES
02
SARAH EKBERG
01
FULL BIO IN COURSE CATALOG
Sarah Ekberg, AIFD, PFCI, is an award-winning floral designer, educator, and community leader with over 20 years of experience. Owner of Lazy Acres Decor & Floral in Nebraska, she blends emotion, movement, and experimentation in her work and serves the industry through AIFD, SAF, and national education platforms.
SARAH EKBERG
AIFD, PFCI
ROBBYN REPP
05
TRISH NISHIKAWA
04
TONI MCDANIEL
03
TONI JONES
02
SARAH EKBERG
01
FULL BIO IN COURSE CATALOG
Antoinette Jones, AIFD, CFD, GMF, is the founder and lead designer of Designs by TTOC, an Atlanta-based floral and event design studio. Known for bold, expressive artistry and refined storytelling, Toni creates intentional floral experiences rooted in elegance, innovation, faith, and heartfelt connection.
TONI JONES
AIFD, CFD, GMF
ROBBYN REPP
05
TRISH NISHIKAWA
04
TONI MCDANIEL
03
TONI JONES
02
SARAH EKBERG
01
FULL BIO IN COURSE CATALOG
Toni McDaniel is the founder and creative director of Luxe & Blume Floral in Atlanta, Georgia. Known for modern luxury floral design, her work blends refined elegance with lush, romantic textures. Toni creates intentional, emotionally resonant floral experiences rooted in storytelling, craftsmanship, and purposeful beauty.
TONI MCDANIEL
ROBBYN REPP
05
TRISH NISHIKAWA
04
TONI MCDANIEL
03
TONI JONES
02
SARAH EKBERG
01
FULL BIO IN COURSE CATALOG
Trish Nishikawa, AIFD, is an award-winning floral designer based in San Jose, California, celebrated for bold, fashion-forward floral storytelling. Her work has been featured in Bouquets to Art at the de Young Museum and Fleurs de Villes. A 2024 AIFD inductee and symposium presenter, Trish is known for fearless creativity and original designs.
TRISH NISHIKAWA
AIFD, CEJ
ROBBYN REPP
05
TRISH NISHIKAWA
04
TONI MCDANIEL
03
TONI JONES
02
SARAH EKBERG
01
FULL BIO IN COURSE CATALOG
Robbyn Repp, AAF, AIFD, CFD, PFCI, is a floral artist and educator with over a decade of experience. Founder of Petal to the Metal Flowers, she is known for lush, nature-inspired designs that blend organic textures with emotional storytelling, creating meaningful floral experiences rooted in artistry and heart.
ROBBYN REPP
AAF, AIFD, CFD, PFCI
design after dark
social, seasonal & themed workshops
Social, themed, and seasonal floral workshops designed for creativity, connection, and fun. These experiences blend hands-on design with relaxed, inspiring environments perfect for community building and creative play.
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Floral
Family Feud
cre8 xperience
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J13
Founders X Flowers
cre8 xperience
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cre8 xperience
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Ballroom & Bloom
cre8 Xperience
Love Is Blind X
Design
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Galentinis: A PJs
& Petals Xperience
seasonal design series
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seasonal design series
Pumpkins & Petals XPerience
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Bourbon &
Blooms
seasonal design series
9/11/26
2/7/26
1/13/26
4/10/26
6/20/26
11/22/26
2/13/26
petal pioneers
youth steam floral courses
Youth floral and STEAM classes that introduce design, science, and creativity through hands-on exploration. Students learn foundational floral concepts while building confidence, curiosity, and problem-solving skills.
bloom basics
fundamentals & foundations
Foundational floral education covering care and handling, mechanics, design principles, and floral vocabulary. This track builds the essential knowledge every florist needs before advancing to more complex design work.
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Intro to Centerpieces: Bowl to Bloom
cre8 xperience
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Vase Work 101: Hand-Tied to Vase
cre8 xperience
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cre8 xperience
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Bloom School 101:
Elements & Principles
cre8 Xperience
Tools, Terms & Tips: Getting Started Right
Wire &
Tape-alooza!
cre8 Xperience
cre8 Xperience
Color Theory for
Florists
1/10/26 • 4/4/26 • 7/11/26 • 10/10/26
1/17/26 • 4/11/26 • 7/18/26 • 10/17/26
1/24/26 • 4/18/26 • 7/25/26 • 10/24/26
1/11/26 • 4/12/26 • 7/12/26 • 10/11/26
1/18/26 • 4/19/26 • 7/19/26 • 10/18/26
1/25/26 • 4/26/26 • 7/26/26 • 10/25/26
fleur theory
Intermediate design development
Intermediate-level courses focused on strengthening design development, composition, and visual storytelling. Students refine their understanding of form, balance, color, and intentional design decisions.
beyond the bloom
advanced floral techniques
Advanced floral courses for designers ready to push creative boundaries and elevate their work. This category emphasizes innovation, technique refinement, and the development of a strong personal design voice.
fleur prep
certification prep (cf & pfde®)
Structured preparation for Certified Florist (CF) and Professional Floral Design Evaluation (PFDE®) exams. This track combines technical review, design practice, and strategic guidance to support confident exam readiness.
register: 2/21/26
PFDE® Mock Test
Xperience
cre8 Xperience
register: 2/2/26 - 2/23/26
PFDE® Prep Lab: Test-Ready Design Intensive
cre8 Xperience
register: 2/1/26 - 2/22/26
cre8 Xperience
CF Exam Essentials: Skills, Forms & Prep
register: 9/6/26 - 9/27/26
register: 4/25/26
register: 6/27/26
tied & true
wedding floral mastery
Wedding floristry education covering personal flowers, installations, and full event execution. This category bridges design artistry with logistics, mechanics, and real-world client expectations.
Preparing for the CF or PFDE®? Get personalized mentoring to help you strengthen your fundamentals, elevate your design skills, and confidently prepare for certification and evaluations. Get focused guidance, technique coaching, and proven strategies to help you succeed at every level. Follow the link below to get started.
personal
mentoring
in loving memory
sympathy & tribute floral art
Thoughtful instruction in sympathy design and tribute work rooted in meaning and respect. Courses focus on composition, symbolism, and creating florals that honor life, legacy, and remembrance.
fleurengineering method
mastering floral mechanics
A systems-based approach to mastering floral mechanics, structure, and intentional design. This methodology blends engineering principles with floral artistry to create work that is both beautiful and structurally sound.
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Freestanding
Florals
cre8 xperience
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cre8 xperience
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Mechanics 101: Intro to Floral Support Systems
cre8 Xperience
Suspended in Style: Hanging Installations
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The Foam-Free Studio: Sustainable Mechanics
cre8 Xperience
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cre8 Xperience
Secret Support:
Hidden Mechanics
8/29/26
9/5/26
9/12/26
9/19/26
9/26/26
meet your on-site instructors
claudette wellons
05
jerome raska
04
amber kirkland
03
kelley JONES
02
eulogio baldonaza
01
FULL BIO IN COURSE CATALOG
Eulogio Baldonaza Jr., AIFD, AzMF, is an internationally recognized Filipino-American floral artist known for naturalist design, masterful use of line and negative space, and innovative leaf manipulation. A Sylvia Cup competitor and sought-after educator, Gio blends technical precision with soulful storytelling, inspiring designers through installations, workshops, and cultural perspective.
EULOGIO BALDONAZA
AIFD, AZMF
claudette wellons
05
jerome raska
04
amber kirkland
03
kelley JONES
02
eulogio baldonaza
01
FULL BIO IN COURSE CATALOG
Kelley Jones is the founder and lead designer of Goodness Gracious Flowers in Detroit. Known for soulful, garden-inspired floristry, she blends intentional mechanics with abundant blooms. Kelley’s work celebrates culture, sustainability, and community—creating color-forward designs that honor heritage, heart, and meaningful connection.
KELLEY JONES
claudette wellons
05
jerome raska
04
amber kirkland
03
kelley jones
02
eulogio baldonaza
01
FULL BIO IN COURSE CATALOG
Amber Kirkland, AIFD, CF, CEJ, is an award-winning floral designer and educator with 30+ years of experience. Owner of The Velvet Touch Events and founder of Fleur University®, she blends precision with soulful artistry. A 2024 AIFD inductee, Amber champions mentorship through her philosophy: Each one, Teach one.
AMBER KIRKLAND
AIFD, CEJ, CF, CFD
claudette wellons
05
jerome raska
04
amber kirkland
03
kelley jones
02
eulogio baldonaza
01
FULL BIO IN COURSE CATALOG
Jerome Raska, AIFD, AAF, PFCI, CF, is a nationally recognized floral designer, educator, and co-owner of Blumz…by JRDesigns in Metro Detroit. With over 30 years of experience, Jerome is known for dynamic design, engaging education, and mentoring the next generation of floral professionals.
JEROME RASKA
AIFD, AAF, PFCI, CF
claudette wellons
05
jerome raska
04
amber kirkland
03
kelley jones
02
eulogio baldonaza
01
FULL BIO IN COURSE CATALOG
Claudette Wellons is the creative force behind LaShee Floral & Events in Detroit’s New Center, with over 18 years of experience. A longtime designer for the Junior League of Detroit Show House, she is known for sculptural, texture-rich floral storytelling and mentoring designers to create with confidence and intention.
CLAUDETTE WELLONS
text books
digital text book library
These digital textbooks were created to guide, support, and strengthen your floral journey—whether you’re building foundational skills or refining your design voice for certification and beyond.
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Floral
Identification
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Color Theory & The Golden Ratio
digital download
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Principles & Elements of Floral Design
digital download
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Floral Care & Handling
digital download
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Digital Download Bundle Deal!
digital download
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Pricing & Profit Margin
digital download
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Floral Design Basics & Build Process
digital download
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Floral Glossary & Seasonal Guide
digital download
2025/2026
course catalog
Explore the Fleur University® collection of learning tracks and class experiences. Each category is thoughtfully designed to support florists at every stage—offering structured progression from foundational knowledge to advanced design mastery and certification preparation.
