SPN Nails UK Academy
SPN Nails UK Academy
Build Real Skills. Grow Your Nail Career.
Hands-on professional nail training with SPN Nails UK Educators across the country — from your first gel polish manicure to advanced techniques you can confidently use with clients.
Hands-On Professional Training
Small Groups & 1-2-1 Training
Training Locations Across the UK
Why Train With SPN Nails UK
Professional education built around technique, confidence and the way you actually work in the salon.
ABT Accredited Training
Our core professional courses are ABT accredited, and accredited advanced options are clearly marked so you can see exactly which training carries recognised accreditation.
Professional Products & Materials
Train using SPN products and receive learning materials to refer back to afterwards.
Small Groups & 1-2-1 Support
Your educator can watch your technique closely and guide you throughout the course.
Salon-Ready Skills
Hands-on practice is at the centre of every course, so what you learn can be used confidently with clients.
Find the Right Course
Not sure where to start? Choose the description that fits you best.
I Want to Learn Gel Extensions
Start from the foundations and learn how to build and extend nails with gel.
See Gel Method Courses →I Want Advanced Skills
Already qualified and ready to master a specific technique.
See Additional Training →Our Courses
Choose a course below to see prices, duration, what’s included and booking information.
Foundation & Gel Manicure Courses
Gel Polish Manicure Course
6 hours+
Gel Polish Manicure Course
A complete foundation in gel polish manicure, from nail prep and health & safety to a salon-finish application.
£280–£350Individual training
£195Group training
£195Group training
Suitable for complete beginners.
- Health and safety in the salon
- Disinfection and sterilisation
- Nail structure, contraindications and common nail diseases
- Correct nail plate preparation and nail shape selection
- Base and colour application
- Salon French
- Top coat application
- Correct gel polish removal
Includes printed materials, an introduction to e-file manicure and certification on successful completion.
A £100 non-refundable deposit is required.
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Gel Method (2 Days)
2 × 6 hours+
Gel Method (2 Days)
Learn to style and extend the nail using gel — forms, C-curve building, salon shapes and a single-colour set finish.
£500Individual training
£350Group training
£350Group training
Suitable for complete beginners.
- Salon hygiene and nail theory
- Nail plate preparation
- Correct structure of extended nails
- Form application
- Working with different gel consistencies
- Building the C-curve and tunnel
- Square and almond salon shapes
- Filing, colour and top coat application
The course ends with a theoretical and practical assessment and certification on successful completion.
A £150 non-refundable deposit is required.
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Gel Method + Gel Polish Manicure (3 Days)
3 × 6 hours+
Gel Method + Gel Polish Manicure (3 Days)
Our most complete foundation course — gel extension technique combined with a full gel polish manicure finish.
£750Individual training
£550Group training
£550Group training
Combines gel extension and gel polish manicure training.
- Health, hygiene and nail theory
- Nail plate preparation
- Gel polish base and colour application
- Salon French and product removal
- Form application and extended nail structure
- Working with different gel types
- C-curve, tunnel, square and almond shapes
- Filing and finishing technique
Includes an introduction to e-file manicure.
A £150 non-refundable deposit is required.
Find an EducatorPedicure & E-File Courses
Pedicure
6 hours+
Pedicure
Professional pedicure training covering full technique and product knowledge for a salon-ready service.
£350Individual training
£275Group training
£275Group training
No previous nail experience required. Includes an ABT accredited certificate on completion. E-File can be added for £100. A £100 non-refundable deposit is required.
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E-File
3 hours+
E-File
Learn to use the e-file safely and professionally for manicure and pedicure preparation.
£150Standalone course
+£100Added to manicure or pedicure
+£100Added to manicure or pedicure
Suitable for technicians who want to use an e-file safely and confidently. Includes an ABT accredited certificate on completion. A £100 non-refundable deposit is required.
Find an EducatorAdditional & Advanced Training
Additional Training
6 hours+
Additional Training
Tailored training for your next step.
Our Additional Training courses are designed around your current level, experience and goals. Whether you want to improve your gel work, refine your manicure technique, refresh skills you already have or focus on one specific area, the training can be adapted to what you personally need.
£280–£350Individual training
Group price agreed with educator
Group price agreed with educator
ABT Accredited Advanced Training
- PRO Scissors Manicure — ABT Accredited
- PRO Combine Manicure — ABT Accredited
Examples of Additional Training
- Gel technique and gel refresher training
- Acrylic
- Acrygel
- Sculpted French
- Manicure techniques
- Nail art
- Extreme Nails
- Fast Set – C-Curve Forms
- Product application and technique refinement
- Shape, structure and salon technique improvement
- And much more
Training availability varies by educator. Not every SPN Nails UK Educator offers every course or advanced technique. Please check directly with your chosen educator which training they currently provide before booking.
Not sure what training you need? Contact your chosen educator and explain what you currently work with and what you would like to improve. They can advise you on the most suitable Additional Training option.
Additional Training requires a completed foundation course such as Gel Polish Manicure or Gel Method. The exact content is agreed with your educator based on your current experience and what you want to improve.
A £100 non-refundable deposit is required.
Training Built Around Real Salon Work
Every SPN Nails UK course combines clear theory with extensive hands-on practice, so you leave able to use what you've learned with real clients — not just in a classroom.
Meet the SPN Nails UK Education Team
Professional training across the UK, delivered by experienced SPN Nails UK Educators.
Find an Educator Near You
Please note: course availability differs between educators. Not every educator teaches every SPN Nails UK course or advanced technique, so please confirm the exact training available with your chosen educator before booking.
Head Educator, SPN Nails UK
GOSHA WALCZAK
Leeds / Morley
Nailympia Winner of the Winners. Gosha began her nail career in 2016 and has trained with leading educators including Olena Oezman, Krista Paulitti, Mino Vo, Leon Cabrialles and Marianna Sandor. She has personally trained 18 new educators and supported hundreds of nail technicians.
Tuyet Luong
Northampton
Training Location
133a Harborough Road, Kingsthorpe, Northampton, NN2 8DL
Ewelina Kus
Motherwell
Training Location
56 Carfin Road, Motherwell, ML1 5AG
Maya Stamboliyska
Chester
Training Location
5 Garden Village, Saltney, Flintshire, CH4 8BF
Ewa Kruk
Luton
Training Location
House of Beauty, 65A High Town Road, Luton, LU2 0BW
Iwona Zinko
Dundee
Iwona Zinko is an SPN Nails UK Educator based in Dundee with 9 years of experience in the nail industry. She joined SPN Nails UK as an educator in 2023 and is passionate about sharing her knowledge, creativity and practical skills with other nail technicians.
Her training style is supportive and focused on helping students build confidence while continuing to develop their technique. Training is available in both English and Polish.
Training Location
78-80 Albert Street, Dundee, DD4 6QH
Iwona Nowak
Manchester
Training Location
The Queen Nails Art, 5 Brackenlea Drive, Manchester, M9 8NU
Beata Dinter
Manchester
Training Location
4 Norbury Street, Manchester, M7 4UG
Ewa Stolowska
Derby
Training Location
257C Stenson Road, Derby, DE23 1JN
Emila Wiśniewska
Telford
Training Location
Nails by Em, 2a Queen Street, Wellington, Telford, TF1 1ER
Justyna Rozdoba
Sheffield
Training Location
56 Alport Place, Sheffield, S12 4RW
Daria Klimczak
Woking, Surrey
Daria Klimczak is an accredited SPN Nails UK Educator based in Woking, Surrey. She specialises in gel systems, nail structure, shaping and safe e-file techniques.
Her training style is practical, supportive and focused on helping students build confidence and strong salon-ready skills. Training is available in both English and Polish.
Training Location
18 Ainsdale Way, Woking, GU21 3PP
Izabela Glogowska
Scunthorpe
Training Location
SPN Nails UK Scunthorpe, 53a Holme Hall Avenue, Scunthorpe, DN16 3PZ
Aleksandra Cichonska
Cheshunt
Training Location
14 Hartland Road, Cheshunt, Waltham Cross, EN8 8PX
Real Training. Real Progress.
More than a certificate — the goal is to leave knowing what to do next when you are back at your desk with a client.
Hands-On Confidence
Practise the technique during training rather than leaving with theory alone.
Direct Educator Feedback
Get corrections and guidance while you work.
A Clear Next Step
Know which skills to practise next and which advanced training can move you forward.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need any experience to book a course?
Gel Polish Manicure, Gel Method and Pedicure are suitable for complete beginners. Additional Training requires a foundation qualification.
Will I receive a certificate?
Yes. You receive certification after completing the relevant assessment. ABT accredited courses are clearly marked on the page.
Which courses are ABT accredited?
Gel Polish Manicure, Gel Method (2 Days), Gel Method + Gel Polish Manicure (3 Days), Pedicure and E-File are ABT accredited. PRO Scissors and PRO Combine are also accredited advanced training options. Other bespoke Additional Training programmes may vary.
Does every educator offer every course?
No. Course and advanced training availability varies between SPN Nails UK Educators. Please check directly with your chosen educator which courses and techniques they currently teach before booking.
What's the difference between individual and group training?
Individual 1-2-1 training gives you your educator's full attention. Group training is delivered alongside other students at a lower price per person.
Is a deposit required?
Yes. A non-refundable deposit secures your place: £100 for one-day courses, E-File and Additional Training; £150 for two- and three-day Gel Method courses.
Where are courses held?
Courses are run at our Leeds Academy and by SPN Nails UK Educators in locations across the UK. The exact course range varies by educator.
How do I book?
Contact your nearest SPN Nails UK Educator directly to confirm which courses they offer, current availability and the deposit required.
Ready to Choose Your Next Course?
Find your nearest SPN Nails UK Educator above and contact them directly to discuss the right training for your level and goals.
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