Level 1 Balloon Basics and Business Training

Name: Level 1 Balloon Basics and Business Training
Start: 2026-01-23T09:15:00+00:00
End: 2026-01-23T17:00:00+00:00
Location: Kilmarnock Ayrshire

Schedule

Fri Jan 23 2026 at 09:15 am to 05:00 pm

UTC+00:00

Location

Kilmarnock Ayrshire | Kilmarnock, SC

This course is the only Level 1 course backed by 37 years of experience of training by NABAS, the only trade association in the UK. Liz is a NABAS approved instructor.
Essential for anyone starting a balloon business – it not only explains all about different balloons, inflation and equipment but also the way to price jobs for profit and market your business to generate customers.
Some of the topics covered include:
* Explanation of different gases and equipment
* Safety and handling
* Principles and Elements of Design
* Marketing and Promotional advice
* Pricing for Profit and Job Costing
* Correct inflation of various types of balloons, sealing and tying, arranging into displays, arches and garlands
* Calculations of helium capacity used in balloons
* The science behind balloons and gases
* Effects of temperature and altitude on balloons
* Manufacturers and wholesalers
* History of NABAS and its place in the Balloon Industry
* Codes of Conduct
* Understanding business, overheads, expenses and insurances
* Plus much more including tips and techniques to help you troubleshoot and kick-start your business with confidence.
Also upon completion of the Level 1 course you not only get an industry recognised qualification and certificate, but also 10% off your first year membership to NABAS – The Balloon Association – which includes the most comprehensive liability insurance in the industry, access to a members-only business support, webinars and forms, quarterly trade magazine, access to our closed Facebook group and lots of other benefits – please see www.nabas.co.uk
As part of the course you’ll also get me as your point of contact for any questions you may have in the future – I’m always here to support and help you with your journey.
The cost of the course is £250 or £230 if you join NABAS before taking part in the course.
Let me know if you would like a booking form sent out.

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