Bootcamp studio overview

Floral Business Bootcamp — UK Intensive (M9)

A nine-week accelerated programme for florists who want to launch or scale a profitable floral business in the UK. Practical workshops, pricing workshops, wholesale sourcing and live client projects.

Bootcamp hands-on session

Programme overview

The M9 bootcamp blends creative floristry with business essentials: costings, inventory systems, sales channels, photography for listings, and client management. Designed for salon florists, event stylists and entrepreneurs.

  • 9 weeks, blended practical + remote learning
  • Live briefs: weddings, corporate, retail windows
  • Supplier introductions and wholesale sourcing
  • Market-ready portfolio and sales strategy
Course materials and tools
Student portfolio examples

Curriculum snapshot

Modular learning ensures immediate application — every week pairs a practical studio day with business workshops.

Flower handling, storage, seasonal sourcing, wholesale relations and supply agreements.

Accurate costing for bouquets and events, margin modelling, stock rotation and wastage control.

Branding, product photography, listings for online marketplaces, wholesale pitch templates and local partnerships.

Client briefs, quotations, timelines, site logistics and on-the-day operations for weddings and corporate events.

What you'll get

  • Business templates & contracts
  • Supplier introductions
  • Portfolio review & certification

Schedule & Fees

Week Focus Studio Days Fee (GBP)
1–2 Foundations & Sourcing 2 £450
3–4 Pricing & Operations 2 £450
5–6 Marketing & Photography 2 £450
7–9 Events & Live Projects 3 £700
Total £2050

Instructors

Lead instructor face photo

Sophie Walker — Lead Tutor

Experienced event florist, commercial retail buyer and business mentor.

Our teaching team combines studio practitioners and industry specialists: florists, wedding managers, wholesale buyers and digital marketers. Sessions are intentionally small to maximise feedback and portfolio development.

Instructor workshop
Hands-on flower arranging

Outcomes & Career pathways

  • Launch a retail or studio practice with tested pricing and operating systems
  • Access to supplier networks and wholesale onboarding
  • Portfolio suitable for weddings and commercial briefs
  • Business mentoring and next-step growth plans

Certification

Adrelos completion certificate and a written business plan reviewed by mentors.

Frequently asked questions

Practising florists, small business owners and career changers with basic flower handling experience. Not for absolute beginners.

Yes — we offer staged payments and employer sponsorship options. Contact our office to discuss terms.

Primary studio in Leeds with selected external partner days. Exact addresses provided after booking.