Denise was a founder member when Bloemfontein Bonsai Kai was initially formed in 1986 and remained an active member until she retired to Hermanus in 2021.
In Bloemfontein she taught beginners and gave many beginners’ courses over the years. This even included bonsai therapy classes. As a trained horticulturist she has a love for plants and bonsai in particular.
She is currently an active member of the Kujira Bonsai Kai, based in Hermanus.