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Professional Nail Courses in South Africa

Build real salon-ready skills with practical, in-house nail training designed for aspiring nail technicians, beginners, side-hustlers, and working professionals who want to sharpen technique, improve confidence, and start offering high-demand nail services.

  • Starter kit included
  • Certificate included
  • In-house practical training
  • Lifetime 20% Pro Discount
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Courses from 1 to 3 days Choose a focused short course or build your service menu one skill at a time.
Practical, product-based learning Training is built around real salon application, product knowledge and technique.
Built to help you start earning Ideal for beginners, upskilling technicians and salons training new staff.
Professional nail training and salon-quality nail preparation products in South Africa
Train with a course that leads to action Learn the service, understand the products, know the workflow, and leave with the confidence to start taking clients.

Choose the right nail course for your next step

Whether you want to start with basics, add acrylic and Gel X services, improve e-file technique, or grow into detailed nail art, these Learn with Dare courses are structured to help students build practical ability fast.

E-Filing Course

R1000 1 Day

A focused technique course that helps students work cleaner, faster and more confidently.

  • Dry manicure techniques
  • Product knowledge
  • Theory on tools and techniques
  • Training on personal e-file

Manicure & Pedicure

R3500 1 Day

A strong foundation course for new technicians or salons training junior staff correctly.

  • Manicure and pedicure
  • Cuticle work
  • Theoretical work
  • Product and tool knowledge
  • Professional conduct
  • Massaging techniques

Rubber Base

R3500 1 Day

Excellent for technicians wanting a clean, high-demand natural nail strengthening service.

  • Structured manicure application
  • Product knowledge
  • Soak-offs and refills
  • Basic manicure training

In-House Gel & Gel X

R4000 2 Days

Ideal for students who want a modern salon service with strong commercial demand.

  • Basic manicure
  • Gel & Gel X application
  • Product knowledge
  • Soak-off and refills

In-House Acrylic

R5000 3 Days

Perfect for students who want to learn one of the most requested and profitable nail systems.

  • Acrylic application
  • French and ombré techniques
  • Product knowledge
  • Soak-offs and refills

In-House Nail Art

R2500 1 Day

For technicians who want more design confidence and stronger visual results for clients and social media.

  • Basic and intermediate nail art
  • Chrome application
  • Line work
  • Product knowledge

Character Nail Art

R2500 1 Day

For artists who want to create advanced themed sets that stand out online and in the salon.

  • Advanced character nail art
  • Line work and detailing
  • Product knowledge
  • Fundamentals of nail art
All courses include a starter kit, certificate, and a Lifetime 20% Salon Professional Discount on all Dare products upon successful completion.

Gel & Gel X starter kit

Students on the Gel & Gel X track receive a starter kit to help them begin practicing with the right core products and tools.

  • Cuticle nipper
  • Cuticle pusher
  • Manicure brush
  • Prime Bond (dehydrator)
  • Super Bond
  • Rubber Base Clear
  • Mega Gloss Top Coat
  • Cuticle Oil
  • Gel Polish
  • Zebra Files
  • White Buffing Block
  • Soft Gel Tips of choice

Acrylic starter kit

The Acrylic course includes a practical starter kit designed to get students working with the correct system from the beginning.

  • Cuticle nipper
  • Cuticle pusher
  • Manicure brush
  • Prime Bond (dehydrator)
  • Super Bond
  • Mega Gloss Top Coat
  • Cuticle Oil
  • 50g Cover Pink Acrylic
  • 50g White Acrylic
  • 50g Clear Acrylic
  • 100ml Monomer
  • Zebra Files
  • White Buffing Block
  • Half Moon Tips

Booking and payment

To book your course day, let the team know your availability. To secure your slot, full payment must be paid or a payment arrangement must be made, and the course will commence once that is completed.

No refunds on payment plans if cancelled before booking.

Additional products and lamps

Any additional products or lamps requested will be charged extra at a student discount of 20%.

This keeps the core course package focused while still giving students access to extra tools when needed. Plus, upon passing any course, you unlock a Lifetime 20% Salon Professional Discount on all Dare products.

Who are these courses for?

These courses suit complete beginners, aspiring nail technicians, working technicians who want to upskill, and salons that want to train staff correctly and professionally.

Do I get a certificate?

Yes. All courses include a certificate as well as a starter kit, giving students a stronger launch point after training.

Which course should I choose first?

Beginners often start with Manicure & Pedicure, Gel & Gel X, Rubber Base or Acrylic, depending on what services they want to offer first. Nail Art and Character Nail Art work well as add-on skills once your foundations are in place.

Do you offer more than nail training?

Yes. If you are looking for broader beauty training beyond these nail courses, you can also explore the full Dare2Ware Academy offering.

Ready to build your nail career with Dare?

Serious students do not wait until they feel ready. They book the right course, learn the system properly, and start building confidence with real technique. If you want to start strong, sharpen your skills, or train your team, now is the time to enquire.

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