The Academy
A structured, hands-on programme designed in Lagos. Built to launch you into your own business — or a senior nail-tech role — in 12 weeks.
12 weeks
Structured intensive
₦450k+
Avg. monthly alumni earnings
Certified
Numbered certificate
4 cohorts/yr
Next: March 2026
Courses
Start with the foundation if you're new to the craft. Drop into the Master Class if you've been working as a nail technician for six months or more and want to level up your Gel-X and art.
Course
12-week structured intensive — beginner to first paying clients.
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Course
4-week advanced intensive for working technicians.
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How it works
01
Apply
Submit your application — 6 fields, takes 90 seconds.
02
Discovery call
A 10-minute WhatsApp call with admissions, usually within 24 hours.
03
Reserve your seat
Pay a refundable deposit to lock in your cohort spot.
04
Onboarding
Join the private cohort WhatsApp group. Receive your kit list and class schedule.
05
Train
12 weeks of hands-on classes at our Lekki studio. 4 days a week.
06
Launch
Graduate with a numbered certificate and a 20-piece portfolio. We help you book your first paying clients.
Where they are now
Adaeze Okafor
Cohort 04 — March 2026
House of Adaeze
Yaba, Lagos
₦650,000 /mo
Now running her own studio in Yaba. Specialises in nude and chrome editorial sets.
Ready when you are
Cohorts cap at 16 students. Applications are reviewed in the order they arrive.
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