Bonsai Classes – 2023 Schedule

Please note that each workshop is at one of our two locations, Statesville or Holly Springs, NC.  Be sure to register for the correct location.  The Beginner Bonsai class is scheduled once registration is paid.  We schedule them based on demand, there is no set schedule.  This way we can provide more customized dates that fit your schedule.  All other workshops may not be posted on this page so please reach out if interested in other workshops.  We email our existing workshop participants upcoming workshops before posting on this page.

Brad Russell

Brad Russell

Owner / Teacher

Brad Russell is one of the owners here at the Bonsai Learning Center. He is passionate about the art of bonsai and teaching it to others.

Bryan Mercer

Bryan Mercer

Owner / Teacher

Bryan Mercer is one of the owners and teachers at the Bonsai Learning Center.  While traveling to Japan on a trip, Bryan viewed some of the great bonsai in Japan and came back home and signed up for a beginner bonsai class and never looked back.

Bonsai 101 - Beginner Basics

2 to 2.5 hours Fee:$135

By Appointment Statesville or Holly Springs, NC

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What Our Students Are Saying

Don’t just take it from us, let our students do the talking!

“Great class today. Or maybe it was a study group?? Don’ t know , don’t care what is was called. Had a great time and learned a ton. Felt more comfortable wiring today than I ever have in my long and storied bonsai career. Seriously, felt at home. And was more confident than ever. You keep pounding the lessons into my head and I will learn. Looking forward to 3 more classes with you guys this year. Looking forward to getting dirt under my fingernails. See you soon”

Ron Bates

“Excellent beginner class yesterday. I am so excited to have such a great foundation as I start my new bonsai hobby! Class size was small enough that we all received individual instruction and had a great time. Can’t wait for the next class! Jackie”

Jackie Powell

“This place is great! I had a very negative experience with a different bonsai center when I first started getting interested. I had pretty much given up on pursuing bonsai as a hobby due to that experience however after meeting Bryan and Brad Russell I was welcomed into the world of bonsai with open arms. My interest in bonsai went from an interest to an addiction in a matter of months and the folks at the Bonsai Learning Center were there to provide classes, tools, supplies, and guidance and great advice.”

Dane Smith

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