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Ready to elevate your skills in natural nail care? I’m here to guide you so you can thrive in the nail industry. I started as a self-taught nail tech, but I wish I had invested in courses earlier. My classes draw on over 5 years of experience, offering insider tips to save you time and hassle. I’m excited to mentor you, helping you provide exceptional nail experiences with the right products, techniques, and mindset, so you can be confident and successful!

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Become a Master in Structured Manicures

2 Day Training for Beginners

    • Those interested in having a complete introduction to gel nails (aka structured manicures), with no/ little experience

    • Nail techs that want to transition from a salon environment to becoming an independent nail technician

  • Structured Manicures

    • Nail Anatomy

    • Client Consultations

    • Equipment & Materials

    • Recommended Suppliers and Products

    • Sanitation, Disinfection & Sterilization

    • Soft & Hard Gel Basics

    • E-file Manicure

    • How to Do a Structured Manicure

    • How to Refill a Structured Manicure

    • Solutions to Common Issues

    • Popular Nail Art: French Tips, Rhinestones

    • Gel Removal

    Marketing and Business

    • Marketing Strategy

    • How to Gain and Retain Clients

    • Branding

    • How to Take Photos/ Videos

    • Business Plan Template

    • Social Media: Instagram 101 + Other Forms of Marketing

    • Business & Legal Tips

  • Day 1 (10am - 4 pm)

    • 10 am- 1 pm: Discussion of theory: nail anatomy, client consultations, essential equipment and materials, sanitation + disinfection + sterilization, about the soft & hard gel system

    • 1-2 pm: Practice shaping and applying soft and hard gel on swatch sticks

    • 2-4 pm: Practice on yourself: How to do a full overlay that will last 4+ weeks with NO FILING - from e-file manicure to top coat

    Day 2 (10am - 4pm)

    • 10 am - 2 pm: Practice on a model (4 hours): How to do a new overlay (refill) on previous work, practice taking photos/ videos

    • 2- 3pm: Popular nail art: french tips, rhinestones

    • 3-4 pm: Marketing & business theory: strategy, Instagram 101, how to open your business in Ontario

    I am more than happy to go overtime if needed!

    • Kit valued at $300+ that can be used for 20+ clients. Includes: diamond flame drill bit, carbide/ ceramic drill bit for removal, nail files, nippers, dehydrator, non-acid primer, base gel, camouflage soft gel, camouflage hard gel, top coat, white gel polish, rhinestone glue, rhinestones and wax pencil, liner brush, potted gel brush, dust brush, lint-free wipes, alcohol.

    • 2 extensive manuals with step-by-step tutorials and everything you need to get started in the industry - Beginner Structured Manicures, Marketing & Business Tips

    • Full list of recommended suppliers & products - trustworthy and high-quality only

    • Lifetime mentorship

    • Certificate of completion

  • $1800

    $500 non-refundable deposit, remainder due on the first day of training

Flawless Gel Application

1 Day Training for Beginners/ Intermediate

    • beginner nail techs who are interested in learning gel; you may be new to doing nails, or are experienced but in a different system (e.g. acrylic, gel-x)

    • experienced nail techs who are tired of filing, and want to save time and earn more by learning the no-filing technique

    • any-level techs who understand nail theory, but need 1:1 support and personalized critique with manicures and gel application

    • any-level techs that can’t commit to courses longer than a day, but want to upgrade their skills quickly

    • Nail Anatomy

    • Client Consultations

    • Equipment & Materials

    • Recommended Suppliers and Products

    • Sanitation, Disinfection & Sterilization

    • Soft & Hard Gel Basics

    • E-file Manicure

    • How to Do a Structured Manicure

    • How to Refill a Structured Manicure

    • Solutions to Common Issues

    • Popular Nail Art: French Tips, Rhinestones

    • Gel Removal

  • 10 am - 4 pm

    • 10 - 11 am: theoretical training: complete overview of e-file manicure and gel application technique (same manual that is included in 2 Day Beginner Training)

    • 11 - 1 pm: Practical training on yourself: e-file/ Russian manicure, how to do a gel overlay with no-finish-filing that will last 4+ weeks

    • 1 - 4 pm: Practical training on 1 model (2 hands): apply the same techniques you practiced on yourself

    I am more than happy to go overtime if needed!

  • $650

    $300 non-refundable deposit, remainder due on the first day of class

  • 1) Marketing & Business manual ($25) - includes the most important things you need to know to become a fully-booked independent nail tech, including how to register your business in Ontario

    2) Starter kit (variable) - A kit can be purchased for your convenience based on your needs, so that you can take these materials home and start practicing immediately. Please inquire for more information.

Build Your Own Refresher

1 Day Training for Intermediate/ Advanced

    • Experienced nail techs who need 1:1 support with specific skills

    • Any-level techs who understand theory, but need in-person help and personalized critique on technique

    • Any-level techs that can’t commit to courses longer than a day

    • Beauty & aesthetics students who need further education and practicescription

  • Structured Manicures

    • Nail Anatomy

    • Client Consultations

    • Equipment & Materials

    • Recommended Suppliers and Products

    • Sanitation, Disinfection & Sterilization

    • Soft & Hard Gel Basics

    • How to Do a Structured Manicure

    • How to Refill a Structured Manicure

    • Solutions to Common Issues

    • Popular Nail Art: French Tips, Rhinestones

    • Gel Removal

    Marketing and Business

    • Marketing Strategy

    • How to Gain and Retain Clients

    • Branding

    • How to Take Photos/ Videos

    • Business Plan Template

    • Social Media: Instagram 101 + Other Forms of Marketing

    • Business & Legal Tips

    • 1 day, 6 hours (10 am - 4 pm)

    • Custom mix of theory + practice on yourself + practice on 1 model if applicable (2 hands)

    • You tell me 2-3 topics that you need help with

    • I create a plan for the day - I’ll gather all the info & materials needed to support you and your learning

    My specialties:

    • Natural nail growth: working with self-leveling gel, both soft and hard gels

    • Cuticle cleanup: safe Russian manicures to best suit the client

    • Long-lasting retention: prep, working with the right products to best suit the client

    • Advanced nail art: french tips, isolated chrome, airbrush, etc.

  • $600

    $300 non-refundable deposit, remainder due on the first day of class

  • 1) Gel Application manual ($50) - includes step-by-step tutorials for gel overlay/ refill/ removal, a vendor list with suppliers & products that I trust, solutions to common problems with gel, and general nail theory

    2) Marketing & Business manual ($25) - includes the most important things you need to know to become a fully-booked independent nail tech, including how to register your business in Ontario

    3) Starter kit (variable) - A kit can be purchased for your convenience based on your needs, so that you can take these materials home and start practicing immediately. Please inquire for more information.