{"id":34588,"date":"2026-05-26T17:06:23","date_gmt":"2026-05-26T15:06:23","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/boerma.nl\/?p=34588"},"modified":"2026-05-26T17:06:23","modified_gmt":"2026-05-26T15:06:23","slug":"how-to-become-a-florist-start-your-floral-career-in-holland","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/boerma.nl\/en\/2026\/05\/26\/how-to-become-a-florist-start-your-floral-career-in-holland\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Become a Florist | Start Your Floral Career in Holland"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"\" data-turn-id-container=\"67898f5a-4a66-4c14-86cf-f671c6790c78\" data-is-intersecting=\"true\">\n<section class=\"text-token-text-primary w-full focus:outline-none has-data-writing-block:pointer-events-none [&amp;:has([data-writing-block])&gt;*]:pointer-events-auto R6Vx5W_threadScrollVars scroll-mb-[calc(var(--scroll-root-safe-area-inset-bottom,0px)+var(--thread-response-height))] scroll-mt-(--header-height)\" dir=\"auto\" data-turn-id=\"67898f5a-4a66-4c14-86cf-f671c6790c78\" data-turn-id-container=\"67898f5a-4a66-4c14-86cf-f671c6790c78\" data-testid=\"conversation-turn-1\" data-scroll-anchor=\"false\" data-turn=\"user\">\n<div class=\"text-base my-auto mx-auto pt-3 [--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-xs,calc(var(--spacing)*4))] @w-sm\/main:[--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-sm,calc(var(--spacing)*6))] @w-lg\/main:[--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-lg,calc(var(--spacing)*16))] px-(--thread-content-margin)\">\n<div class=\"[--thread-content-max-width:40rem] @w-lg\/main:[--thread-content-max-width:48rem] mx-auto max-w-(--thread-content-max-width) flex-1 group\/turn-messages focus-visible:outline-hidden relative flex w-full min-w-0 flex-col\">\n<div class=\"z-0 flex justify-end\">If you are wondering <strong data-start=\"470\" data-end=\"497\">how to become a florist<\/strong>, the good news is that you do not need years of experience to begin. With the right education and practical training, anyone with passion and creativity can start building professional floral design skills.<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"\" data-turn-id-container=\"request-WEB:489e2979-5ccf-4977-9ad7-64998b7314ff-13\" data-is-intersecting=\"true\">\n<section class=\"text-token-text-primary w-full focus:outline-none has-data-writing-block:pointer-events-none [&amp;:has([data-writing-block])&gt;*]:pointer-events-auto R6Vx5W_threadScrollVars scroll-mb-[calc(var(--scroll-root-safe-area-inset-bottom,0px)+var(--thread-response-height))] scroll-mt-[calc(var(--header-height)+min(200px,max(70px,20svh)))]\" dir=\"auto\" data-turn-id=\"request-WEB:489e2979-5ccf-4977-9ad7-64998b7314ff-13\" data-turn-id-container=\"request-WEB:489e2979-5ccf-4977-9ad7-64998b7314ff-13\" data-testid=\"conversation-turn-2\" data-scroll-anchor=\"false\" data-turn=\"assistant\">\n<div class=\"text-base my-auto mx-auto pb-10 [--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-xs,calc(var(--spacing)*4))] @w-sm\/main:[--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-sm,calc(var(--spacing)*6))] @w-lg\/main:[--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-lg,calc(var(--spacing)*16))] px-(--thread-content-margin)\">\n<div class=\"[--thread-content-max-width:40rem] @w-lg\/main:[--thread-content-max-width:48rem] mx-auto max-w-(--thread-content-max-width) flex-1 group\/turn-messages focus-visible:outline-hidden relative flex w-full min-w-0 flex-col agent-turn\">\n<div class=\"flex max-w-full flex-col gap-4 grow\">\n<div class=\"min-h-8 text-message relative flex w-full flex-col items-end gap-2 text-start break-words whitespace-normal outline-none keyboard-focused:focus-ring [.text-message+&amp;]:mt-1\" dir=\"auto\" tabindex=\"0\" data-message-author-role=\"assistant\" data-message-id=\"8055c937-6594-46c0-bccc-85a9fb6bf7f3\" data-message-model-slug=\"gpt-5-5\" data-turn-start-message=\"true\">\n<div class=\"flex w-full flex-col gap-1 empty:hidden\">\n<div class=\"markdown prose dark:prose-invert wrap-break-word w-full light markdown-new-styling\">\n<p data-start=\"79\" data-end=\"389\">Flowers have the power to transform spaces, tell stories, and create emotion. For many people, floristry begins as a passion, arranging flowers for friends, decorating a dinner table, or admiring beautiful bouquets online. But turning that passion into a real skill or career can feel overwhelming at first.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"391\" data-end=\"544\">Where do you begin?<br data-start=\"410\" data-end=\"413\" \/>Do you need experience?<br data-start=\"436\" data-end=\"439\" \/>What skills actually matter?<br data-start=\"467\" data-end=\"470\" \/>And how can you learn professional floristry the right way from the start?<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"546\" data-end=\"881\">At <span class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"><a class=\"decorated-link cursor-pointer\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Boerma Instituut<\/a><\/span> in <span class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"><span class=\"whitespace-normal\">Aalsmeer<\/span><\/span>, students from all over the world begin their floral journey every year through the <strong data-start=\"712\" data-end=\"754\">Professional Dutch Floral Design (DFD)<\/strong> program: an internationally renown floristry course designed specifically for beginners and aspiring professionals alike.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"883\" data-end=\"1006\">A new program starts on <strong data-start=\"907\" data-end=\"924\">September 7th 2026<\/strong>, making this the perfect moment to take your first step into the floral industry.<\/p>\n<hr data-start=\"1008\" data-end=\"1011\" \/>\n<figure id=\"attachment_34477\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-34477\" style=\"width: 320px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-34477\" src=\"https:\/\/boerma.nl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/2024_Mike_Boerma_Boho_Arrangement-320x400.jpg\" alt=\"Boho Style Flower Arrangement made by Mike Boerma\" width=\"320\" height=\"400\" srcset=\"https:\/\/boerma.nl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/2024_Mike_Boerma_Boho_Arrangement-320x400.jpg 320w, https:\/\/boerma.nl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/2024_Mike_Boerma_Boho_Arrangement-640x800.jpg 640w, https:\/\/boerma.nl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/2024_Mike_Boerma_Boho_Arrangement-768x960.jpg 768w, https:\/\/boerma.nl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/2024_Mike_Boerma_Boho_Arrangement-510x638.jpg 510w, https:\/\/boerma.nl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/2024_Mike_Boerma_Boho_Arrangement.jpg 1080w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 320px) 100vw, 320px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-34477\" class=\"wp-caption-text\"><em>Boho Style Flower Arrangement made by floristry teacher Mike Boerma<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h2 data-section-id=\"gq3qy3\" data-start=\"1013\" data-end=\"1067\">Why Floristry Is More Than \u201cJust Arranging Flowers\u201d<\/h2>\n<p data-start=\"1069\" data-end=\"1181\">Many beginners underestimate how much technique, creativity, hard work and knowledge goes into professional floral design.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"1183\" data-end=\"1202\">Floristry combines:<\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"1203\" data-end=\"1412\">\n<li data-section-id=\"18r2820\" data-start=\"1203\" data-end=\"1239\">Creativity and artistic expression<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"8521yz\" data-start=\"1240\" data-end=\"1270\">Color theory and composition<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"1sstzus\" data-start=\"1271\" data-end=\"1302\">Technical construction skills<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"xf4eff\" data-start=\"1303\" data-end=\"1324\">Botanical knowledge<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"g371ov\" data-start=\"1350\" data-end=\"1377\">Event and wedding styling<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p data-start=\"1414\" data-end=\"1560\">Professional florists learn how to create designs that are not only beautiful, but also commercially viable, structurally sound, and long-lasting.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"1562\" data-end=\"1677\">That is why learning from experienced teachers in a structured environment can dramatically accelerate your growth.<\/p>\n<hr data-start=\"1679\" data-end=\"1682\" \/>\n<figure id=\"attachment_34573\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-34573\" style=\"width: 320px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-34573\" src=\"https:\/\/boerma.nl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/2024_VO142-24_Bridal_Bouquet-320x400.jpg\" alt=\"Syl Meijer teaching at Boerma Instituut\" width=\"320\" height=\"400\" srcset=\"https:\/\/boerma.nl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/2024_VO142-24_Bridal_Bouquet-320x400.jpg 320w, https:\/\/boerma.nl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/2024_VO142-24_Bridal_Bouquet-640x800.jpg 640w, https:\/\/boerma.nl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/2024_VO142-24_Bridal_Bouquet-768x960.jpg 768w, https:\/\/boerma.nl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/2024_VO142-24_Bridal_Bouquet-510x638.jpg 510w, https:\/\/boerma.nl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/2024_VO142-24_Bridal_Bouquet.jpg 1080w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 320px) 100vw, 320px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-34573\" class=\"wp-caption-text\"><em>Syl Meijer teaching at Boerma Instituut<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h2 data-section-id=\"16yqk5e\" data-start=\"1684\" data-end=\"1721\">The Best Way to Start as a Florist<\/h2>\n<p data-start=\"1723\" data-end=\"1909\">One of the biggest mistakes people wanting to learn how to become a florist make is trying to learn everything through random tutorials online. While social media can inspire you, it rarely teaches the fundamentals properly.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"1911\" data-end=\"1944\">A strong foundation is essential.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"1946\" data-end=\"2036\">The best starting point is a professional beginner-focused floristry program that teaches:<\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"2037\" data-end=\"2259\">\n<li data-section-id=\"x353gn\" data-start=\"2037\" data-end=\"2062\">Basic floral techniques<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"t1emgo\" data-start=\"2063\" data-end=\"2085\">Bouquet construction<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"gst3hm\" data-start=\"2086\" data-end=\"2105\">Wiring and taping<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"98bta3\" data-start=\"2106\" data-end=\"2121\">Color harmony<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"11uekg0\" data-start=\"2122\" data-end=\"2152\">Flower care and conditioning<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"bv2wsb\" data-start=\"2153\" data-end=\"2175\">Seasonal floral work<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"11r5oub\" data-start=\"2176\" data-end=\"2203\">Sympathy and wedding work<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"p89xyj\" data-start=\"2204\" data-end=\"2236\">Dutch floral design principles<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"1kbata8\" data-start=\"2237\" data-end=\"2259\">Creative development<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p data-start=\"2261\" data-end=\"2339\">This allows students to build confidence step by step instead of feeling lost.<\/p>\n<hr data-start=\"2341\" data-end=\"2344\" \/>\n<figure id=\"attachment_34576\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-34576\" style=\"width: 331px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-34576\" src=\"https:\/\/boerma.nl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/2023_VO152-23_Boho_Bouquet_Kodai_2_Logo-331x400.jpg\" alt=\"Student with their asymmetric bouquet\" width=\"331\" height=\"400\" srcset=\"https:\/\/boerma.nl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/2023_VO152-23_Boho_Bouquet_Kodai_2_Logo-331x400.jpg 331w, https:\/\/boerma.nl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/2023_VO152-23_Boho_Bouquet_Kodai_2_Logo-662x800.jpg 662w, https:\/\/boerma.nl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/2023_VO152-23_Boho_Bouquet_Kodai_2_Logo-768x928.jpg 768w, https:\/\/boerma.nl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/2023_VO152-23_Boho_Bouquet_Kodai_2_Logo-510x616.jpg 510w, https:\/\/boerma.nl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/2023_VO152-23_Boho_Bouquet_Kodai_2_Logo.jpg 1117w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 331px) 100vw, 331px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-34576\" class=\"wp-caption-text\"><em>Student with their asymmetric bouquet<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h2 data-section-id=\"1j5khwe\" data-start=\"2346\" data-end=\"2388\">Why Dutch Floral Design Is World Famous<\/h2>\n<p data-start=\"2390\" data-end=\"2585\">The Netherlands has long been considered the heart of the international flower industry. Dutch floral design is known worldwide for its innovation, craftsmanship, and strong technical foundation.<br \/>\nIt&#8217;s also the epicenter of flower import and export, giving you the advantage of having access to beautiful fresh product.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"2587\" data-end=\"2643\">Studying Dutch Floral Design gives students exposure to:<\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"2644\" data-end=\"2801\">\n<li data-section-id=\"1xdbe5c\" data-start=\"2644\" data-end=\"2675\">Modern European floral trends<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"10cbsou\" data-start=\"2676\" data-end=\"2701\">Contemporary techniques<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"jq8547\" data-start=\"2702\" data-end=\"2739\">Commercial and artistic floral work<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"z6m4pb\" data-start=\"2740\" data-end=\"2801\">Access to one of the world\u2019s largest flower trading centers<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p data-start=\"2803\" data-end=\"2990\">Located in <span class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"><span class=\"whitespace-normal\">Aalsmeer<\/span><\/span> near the famous Dutch flower auctions, <span class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"><a class=\"decorated-link cursor-pointer\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Boerma Instituut<\/a><\/span> has been training florists from around the world since 1980, though the family has been in flowers for over a 100 years.<\/p>\n<hr data-start=\"2992\" data-end=\"2995\" \/>\n<figure id=\"attachment_34579\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-34579\" style=\"width: 267px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-34579\" src=\"https:\/\/boerma.nl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/2019_VO152-19_Ling_Cai_Herrmann_logo-267x400.jpg\" alt=\"Floristry student with their linear design\" width=\"267\" height=\"400\" srcset=\"https:\/\/boerma.nl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/2019_VO152-19_Ling_Cai_Herrmann_logo-267x400.jpg 267w, https:\/\/boerma.nl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/2019_VO152-19_Ling_Cai_Herrmann_logo-533x800.jpg 533w, https:\/\/boerma.nl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/2019_VO152-19_Ling_Cai_Herrmann_logo-768x1152.jpg 768w, https:\/\/boerma.nl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/2019_VO152-19_Ling_Cai_Herrmann_logo-1024x1536.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/boerma.nl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/2019_VO152-19_Ling_Cai_Herrmann_logo-510x765.jpg 510w, https:\/\/boerma.nl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/2019_VO152-19_Ling_Cai_Herrmann_logo.jpg 1181w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 267px) 100vw, 267px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-34579\" class=\"wp-caption-text\"><em>Floristry student with their linear design<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h2 data-section-id=\"fx7crx\" data-start=\"2997\" data-end=\"3059\">What Is the Professional Dutch Floral Design (DFD) Program?<\/h2>\n<p data-start=\"3061\" data-end=\"3205\">The <strong data-start=\"3065\" data-end=\"3107\"><a href=\"https:\/\/boerma.nl\/en\/product\/international-professional-dutch-floral-design-course\/\">Professional Dutch Floral Design<\/a> (DFD)<\/strong> program is designed for students who want to build a strong professional foundation in floristry.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"3207\" data-end=\"3228\">Whether you dream of:<\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"3229\" data-end=\"3385\">\n<li data-section-id=\"18g9vhy\" data-start=\"3229\" data-end=\"3249\">Becoming a florist<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"1rpyevu\" data-start=\"3250\" data-end=\"3280\">Opening your own flower shop<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"19530jx\" data-start=\"3281\" data-end=\"3312\">Working in weddings or events<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"1od0nu5\" data-start=\"3313\" data-end=\"3352\">Improving your existing floral skills<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"14bsh70\" data-start=\"3353\" data-end=\"3385\">Starting a creative new career<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p data-start=\"3387\" data-end=\"3459\">\u2026the DFD program provides a structured pathway into the floral industry.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"3461\" data-end=\"3587\">Students learn directly from experienced international floral designers through practical hands-on lessons and demonstrations.<\/p>\n<h3 data-section-id=\"10qlp5c\" data-start=\"3589\" data-end=\"3628\">During the program, students learn:<\/h3>\n<ul data-start=\"3629\" data-end=\"3891\">\n<li data-section-id=\"ldy33s\" data-start=\"3629\" data-end=\"3659\">Hand-tied bouquet techniques<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"gwlv7o\" data-start=\"3660\" data-end=\"3679\">Vase arrangements<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"1fdbg0m\" data-start=\"3680\" data-end=\"3710\">Funeral and sympathy designs<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"1ah48mg\" data-start=\"3711\" data-end=\"3730\">Wedding floristry<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"sxb7qk\" data-start=\"3731\" data-end=\"3763\">Modern Dutch floral techniques<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"mllf09\" data-start=\"3764\" data-end=\"3796\">Floral mechanics and structure<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"kiqwob\" data-start=\"3797\" data-end=\"3829\">Color and texture combinations<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"kiqwob\" data-start=\"3797\" data-end=\"3829\">&amp; much more<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p data-start=\"3893\" data-end=\"4017\">The atmosphere is international, creative, and highly practical, making it ideal for international students.<\/p>\n<hr data-start=\"4019\" data-end=\"4022\" \/>\n<figure id=\"attachment_34582\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-34582\" style=\"width: 600px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-34582\" src=\"https:\/\/boerma.nl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/VO161-18_Dag_17_2_logo-600x400.jpg\" alt=\"Students making a sympathy design\" width=\"600\" height=\"400\" srcset=\"https:\/\/boerma.nl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/VO161-18_Dag_17_2_logo-600x400.jpg 600w, https:\/\/boerma.nl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/VO161-18_Dag_17_2_logo-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/boerma.nl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/VO161-18_Dag_17_2_logo-510x340.jpg 510w, https:\/\/boerma.nl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/VO161-18_Dag_17_2_logo.jpg 1181w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-34582\" class=\"wp-caption-text\"><em>Students making a sympathy design<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h2 data-section-id=\"1ox6m3j\" data-start=\"4024\" data-end=\"4066\">Do You Need Experience Before Starting?<\/h2>\n<p data-start=\"4068\" data-end=\"4071\">No.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"4073\" data-end=\"4213\">One of the strengths of the DFD program is that it is suitable for beginners. Many students start with little or no professional experience.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"4215\" data-end=\"4246\">The program gradually develops:<\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"4247\" data-end=\"4350\">\n<li data-section-id=\"173y2u7\" data-start=\"4247\" data-end=\"4269\">Technical confidence<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"bovwu6\" data-start=\"4270\" data-end=\"4292\">Design understanding<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"vrj1ua\" data-start=\"4293\" data-end=\"4305\">Creativity<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"nxlomo\" data-start=\"4306\" data-end=\"4329\">Professional workflow<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p data-start=\"4352\" data-end=\"4464\">Students often discover that floristry is much more accessible than they expected once they are guided properly.<\/p>\n<hr data-start=\"4466\" data-end=\"4469\" \/>\n<figure id=\"attachment_34585\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-34585\" style=\"width: 320px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-34585\" src=\"https:\/\/boerma.nl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/VO142-24_Parallel_Student_Working_logo-320x400.jpg\" alt=\"Floristry Student making a Parallel Flower Arrangement\" width=\"320\" height=\"400\" srcset=\"https:\/\/boerma.nl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/VO142-24_Parallel_Student_Working_logo-320x400.jpg 320w, https:\/\/boerma.nl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/VO142-24_Parallel_Student_Working_logo-640x800.jpg 640w, https:\/\/boerma.nl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/VO142-24_Parallel_Student_Working_logo-768x960.jpg 768w, https:\/\/boerma.nl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/VO142-24_Parallel_Student_Working_logo-510x638.jpg 510w, https:\/\/boerma.nl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/VO142-24_Parallel_Student_Working_logo.jpg 1080w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 320px) 100vw, 320px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-34585\" class=\"wp-caption-text\"><em>Floristry Student making a Parallel Flower Arrangement<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h2 data-section-id=\"1t41m19\" data-start=\"4471\" data-end=\"4504\">Why Learning in Person Matters<\/h2>\n<p data-start=\"4506\" data-end=\"4581\">Floristry is a hands-on profession. Watching videos can only teach so much.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"4583\" data-end=\"4622\">In-person education allows students to:<\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"4623\" data-end=\"4817\">\n<li data-section-id=\"1tq24x3\" data-start=\"4623\" data-end=\"4648\">Receive direct feedback<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"29vq0d\" data-start=\"4649\" data-end=\"4679\">Correct mistakes immediately<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"8z5tgo\" data-start=\"4680\" data-end=\"4719\">Learn professional speed and workflow<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"1mo3v9i\" data-start=\"4720\" data-end=\"4759\">Understand flower handling physically<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"xelj54\" data-start=\"4760\" data-end=\"4789\">Work with premium materials<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"zwbhui\" data-start=\"4790\" data-end=\"4817\">Develop confidence faster<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p data-start=\"4819\" data-end=\"4997\">At <span class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"><a class=\"decorated-link cursor-pointer\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Boerma Instituut<\/a><\/span>, students work directly with flowers every lesson and learn inside an inspiring professional environment surrounded by floral creativity.<\/p>\n<hr data-start=\"4999\" data-end=\"5002\" \/>\n<h2 data-section-id=\"1w1r31m\" data-start=\"5004\" data-end=\"5051\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-medium wp-image-30524\" src=\"https:\/\/boerma.nl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/2023_VO152-23_Boho_-320x400.jpg\" alt=\"Student with Handtied Bouquet\" width=\"320\" height=\"400\" srcset=\"https:\/\/boerma.nl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/2023_VO152-23_Boho_-320x400.jpg 320w, https:\/\/boerma.nl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/2023_VO152-23_Boho_-640x800.jpg 640w, https:\/\/boerma.nl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/2023_VO152-23_Boho_-768x960.jpg 768w, https:\/\/boerma.nl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/2023_VO152-23_Boho_-510x638.jpg 510w, https:\/\/boerma.nl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/2023_VO152-23_Boho_.jpg 1080w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 320px) 100vw, 320px\" \/><br \/>\nA Creative Career With Endless Possibilities<\/h2>\n<p data-start=\"5053\" data-end=\"5098\">Floristry offers many different career paths:<\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"5099\" data-end=\"5291\">\n<li data-section-id=\"rrkska\" data-start=\"5099\" data-end=\"5113\">Flower shops<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"jle5r1\" data-start=\"5114\" data-end=\"5135\">Weddings and events<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"1c679sq\" data-start=\"5136\" data-end=\"5158\">Hotel floral styling<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"11b36g2\" data-start=\"5159\" data-end=\"5182\">Freelance floral work<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"fr3srk\" data-start=\"5183\" data-end=\"5216\">Editorial and fashion floristry<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"o868kz\" data-start=\"5217\" data-end=\"5227\">Teaching<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"qva8pf\" data-start=\"5228\" data-end=\"5261\">Demonstrations and competitions<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"1wngsea\" data-start=\"5262\" data-end=\"5291\">Luxury floral installations<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p data-start=\"5293\" data-end=\"5387\">For many students, floristry becomes more than a job \u2014 it becomes a lifelong creative passion.<\/p>\n<hr data-start=\"5389\" data-end=\"5392\" \/>\n<figure id=\"attachment_27469\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-27469\" style=\"width: 400px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-27469\" src=\"https:\/\/boerma.nl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/2020_Mike_Boerma_Playful_Bouquet_Edit_Insta_naam-400x400.jpg\" alt=\"Mike Boerma Boho Bouquet\" width=\"400\" height=\"400\" srcset=\"https:\/\/boerma.nl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/2020_Mike_Boerma_Playful_Bouquet_Edit_Insta_naam-400x400.jpg 400w, https:\/\/boerma.nl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/2020_Mike_Boerma_Playful_Bouquet_Edit_Insta_naam-800x800.jpg 800w, https:\/\/boerma.nl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/2020_Mike_Boerma_Playful_Bouquet_Edit_Insta_naam-280x280.jpg 280w, 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data-end=\"5580\">Professional Dutch Floral Design (DFD)<\/strong> program at <span class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"><a class=\"decorated-link cursor-pointer\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Boerma Instituut<\/a><\/span> in <span class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"><span class=\"whitespace-normal\">Aalsmeer<\/span><\/span> starts on <strong data-start=\"5681\" data-end=\"5698\">September 7th<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"5701\" data-end=\"5870\">Whether you want to start a new career, improve your floral skills, or finally turn your passion into something professional, this program offers the perfect foundation.<\/p>\n<h3 data-section-id=\"1xsw4sn\" data-start=\"5872\" data-end=\"5910\">Learn more about the program here:<\/h3>\n<p data-start=\"5911\" data-end=\"5948\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"><span class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"><a class=\"decorated-link\" href=\"https:\/\/boerma.nl\/en\/product\/international-professional-dutch-floral-design-course\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Professional Dutch Floral Design Program<\/a><\/p>\n<p>If you are serious about becoming a florist, joining a professional floral design program is one of the best investments you can make in your creative future.<\/p>\n<p>If you&#8217;re unsure if our school is the right one for you, and you&#8217;d like to get to know the teachers a bit before you come over, be sure to check out our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/@BoermaInstituutFlowerSchool\">Youtube Channel<\/a> first!<br \/>\nThere&#8217;s a bunch of videos on there that might be useful for the you if you are curious about how to become a florist.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>If you are wondering how to become a florist, the good news is that you do not need years of experience to begin. 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