Henna Classes

Public classes are now being offered in Elizebeth's home once a month. Email or call (912) 655-2483 to reserve your space now before the class fills up!

The next class is going to be on Sunday, July 13th, at 2 PM.

Both public and private classes are available for students of all levels. Classes are held informally with plenty of personal hands-on time, as well as information and materials for the students to take home. I believe that there is no "one right way" to do henna body art, and many techniques and styles will be explored for the student to experiment with and find his or her own niche.

All students will have the chance to learn the basics of henna usage:

-How to gather necessary ingredients

-How to mix the henna paste

-How to apply to the skin (and other materials)

-How to roll a cone for application

-How to store henna properly

-History of henna and its usage

-Different modern cultural uses and designs

-How to find inspiration for designs

Those who are seeking to use henna professionally will have the opportunity to learn:

-How to advertise their services (internet/websites, around town, word of mouth)

-How to find the best deals on ingredients and supplies

-How to handle event and party bookings

-Where to find other needed supplies (clothing, music, decorations, etc)

-How to interact with your clients and the public

-How to tailor your services for a particular event

-How to charge fairly and still be able to make a living

Private classes are fully customizable, one-on-one sessions that give the student full attention and support. All materials needed for the sessions are supplied and are part of the cost of the class. This includes booklets, hand-outs, henna powder, henna paste, bottles, and anything else that might be needed. The cost for a private class is $75 for the first hour, and $55 for each additional hour, and the estimated length of the class will be determined when the student contacts me with a list of what they would be interested in learning.

Public classes are broken up into two sessions, with each being three hours long, and each having time for practice sessions. The first class is for all students, and will include the first list above as the syllabus. For the practice session of this first class, all styles and difficulties of henna designs will be available, so students who have already had practise or exposure to henna will not feel left out. The second class is for those students who would like to learn how to use henna professionally. To ensure a productive session, all students must have attended the first class or have prior consent by me in order to participate.

Public classes cost $100 per class per student for a three hour session, and can either be held at a private home, a school room, a shop, a festival, or a similar venue. A minimum of three students must attend in order for the class to be held, and the maximum number of students per class is 10. The cost includes all materials, such as the henna and informational and practice booklets, which are for the students to take home.

Children's workshops are also available for children under 18 for $25 per student for a two hour class. Please contact us for details.

Both private and public classes require a 25% deposit from each student, which is refundable up to two weeks before the class is to be held. The remaining balance is due at the beginning of class.