Special – Save $600 with our 3-Day Boot Camp Combo. First Four Students Only – Enroll Today. Got Questions? Call 860.940.9262.

Daytona Beach, Fl    Boot Camp December 13-15, 2021

Start your own picture framing business, or just learn to frame like a pro.
Discount on-site lodging available at this location*.

Option A: 1-½ Day Basic Class

Learn to frame like a pro, no experience required. This 1-1/2 day class (Dec 13-14) covers the technical basics, including mat cutting, mounting, cutting and joining frames, glass cutting, fitting, frame design and selection, equipment buying advice, and more.

Small classes give you lots of hands-on experience and individual attention, using state-of-the-art framing technology in a supportive, comfortable atmosphere. You’ll make new friends and receive the quality and quantity of instruction the APFA is known for. You’ll graduate with skills, knowledge, and confidence.

Tuition $995 – Subject to early termination based on enrollment.

Option B: 1-½ Day Advanced Class

Once you’ve successfully completed the Basic Pro Class, you’re eligible to enroll in the (Dec 14-15) APFA Advanced Class. Or, take ’em together with our Boot Camp Option and save.
Emphasis on high end, high profit framing techniques, such as Shadow Box Framing, Fillets, Equipment Maintenance, Canvas Stretching, Plus, the APFA’s Business of Framing. Learn the inside secrets to success from leading industry business expert, and popular trade columnist, Paul Cascio, AKA, The Guerrilla Framer. Topics include, pricing, marketing and advertising, closing sales, corporate and commercial framing, question/answer sessions, and more.

Tuition $995 – Subject to early termination based on enrollment.

Option C: The 3-Day Boot Camp Combo

SPECIAL – Only $1595 – You Save $600. Additional Students Only $1595. First Four Students Only.

Our most popular option (Dec 13-15), the 3-day, 6-session Boot Camp combo includes both the Basic and Advanced Classes for maximum learning and maximum value. Boot Camp students earn their APFA Certificate and also receive the Easy-Quote Pricing System at no additional charge.

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Kevin Seale, Crawfordsville, IN “This was without a doubt the best class I have attended in many years. After 15 years in big corporate America, I’ve spent my share of time in training classes. This one was not only educational it was entertaining. I was really impressed that you were able to keep a wide range of people up to speed with the materials. The depth of the program and the many tips, tricks and traps you covered should allow anyone to get started the minute they leave class. Read More Student Comments

As another student put it, “It’s amazing how much you can learn in only three days. Mr. Cascio has turned the business of framing into a science.” His entertaining and informative style has helped framers and framing business owners across North America and beyond.

Why spend tens of thousands of dollars for a franchise? APFA tuition is a very affordable and includes all materials. Bring a friend and save.

You’ll benefit from a curriculum designed to give you the skills and practice you need to succeed in both the technical and entrepreneurial skills. The class pays for itself by helping you become productive immediately.  And upon graduation, you’ll receive a Certificate of Completion.

At the APFA, you’ll learn professional framing techniques, including mat cutting, mounting procedures, conservation framing, cutting and joining frames and cutting and handling glass.  

You’ll also learn the business of framing from “The Guerrilla Framer,” the industry’s most recognized profit expert. Topics include the secrets of  frame design and selection, retail selling, acquiring corporate accounts, pricing strategies, frame shop management and effective advertising methods.

Not only will you benefit from a curriculum designed to give you the skills and practice you need to succeed in both the technical and business areas of professional picture framing, but upon graduation, you’ll receive the prestigious APFA certificate and be able to frame professionally. What are you waiting for? Enroll today and get started on the road to a fun and profitable career or business in professional picture framing.

Important Note:

Limited to only 8 students, our annual December class tends to fill quickly, so enroll early to ensure your place. Call us at 860.940.9262 for more info, or to check availability. Take advantage of this opportunity to learn professional framing from the industry’s #1 school.

This class is held at a nice, but affordable oceanfront hotel that treats our students really well. You’ll not only learn a lot, but you’ll have a great time and make some new friends.

NOTE: Noted columnist and framing guru, Paul Cascio, aka “The Guerrilla Framer”, and Vicki Cascio, will teach this class. Don’t miss your opportunity to learn from the industry’s top instructional team. Bring a friend and save. You’ll love it.

Call us at 860.940.9262 if you have questions, or need travel or lodging assistance.

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“Great school, great instructors.” Frank Esposito, Lyndhurst, NJ

“Well worth it. The first step to framing success.” Susan Sherman, Seattle, WA

“Loads of useful information.” Ken Tyson, Claymont, DE

“Paul has turned the business of framing into a science.” Kay Kosters, Sioux City, IA

“A great class. Really took the mystery out of framing.” Steve Mulholland, Miami, FL