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Education
Education is the heart and soul of Mirai.We offer immersive group classes and personalized, private instruction.
2018 group class schedule
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Group Classes
Our Defining Concepts courses are designed for those who seek in-depth, species-specific knowledge to expand and advance their bonsai skills. These courses combine a classroom-style study of horticulture and design, with the reinforcement of hands-on application. Group classes are kept very small, you receive individualized training and feedback so you can advance your skillset immensely in a short period of time.
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One-On-One Interaction
Ranging from private, personalized instruction, to online consultation, one-on-one interactions with Ryan Neil serve to accomodate your various needs, motivations, and price ranges. One-on-one interactions are geared towards workshopping trees, troubleshooting problems, or fine-tuning a specific skillset. Whether in-person or online, this service is tailored to help you expand your knowledge and application of bonsai.
Course Syllabus 2018
Please note all 2018 courses are full. If you're interested in attending courses in 2019, please email and we will add your name to the wait list.
Defining Concepts
Pines
Level I
Class 1: Jan 5th - Jan 7th
Class 2: June 8th - June 10th
Class 3: Nov 2nd - Nov 4th
Level II
Class 1: Jan 12th - Jan 14th
Class 2: June 15th - June 17th
Class 3: Nov 9th - Nov 11th
Level III
Class 1: Jan 19th - Jan 21th
Class 2: June 22th - Jan 24th
Class 3: Nov 16th - Nov 17th
Defining Concepts
Junipers
Level I
Class 1: Feb 2nd - Feb 4th
Class 2: July 13th - July 15th
Class 3: Oct 5th - Oct 7th
Level II
Class 1: Feb 9th - Feb 11th
Class 2: July 20th - July 22nd
Class 3: Oct 12th - Oct 14th
Level III
Class 1: Feb 16th - Feb 18th
Class 2: July 27th - July 29th
Class 3: Oct 19th - Oct 21st
Defining Concepts
Elongating Species
Level I
Class 1: Mar 8th - Mar 11th
Class 2: Sep 6th - Sep 9th
Level II
Class 1: Mar 15th - Mar 18th
Class 2: Sep 20th - Sep 23rd
Level III
Class 1: Mar 22nd - Mar 25th
Class 2: Sep 27th - Sep 30th