1637 E 17th St 3rd floor, Brooklyn, NY
+1 347-759-8777
+1 347-759-8777
1637 E 17th St 3rd floor, Brooklyn, NY
+1 347-759-8777
1637 E 17th St 3rd floor, Brooklyn, NY
+1 347-759-8777
+1 347-759-8777
The school provides all models for your training sessions.
Every tool and material you need is fully included.
You get ongoing instructor support through our student chat.
You master the authentic Russian manicure technique trusted by top salons worldwide.
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Why Study with WHY NOT NAILS?
Your Instructors
Elizaveta Kolodiy
Kristina Rozdovan
Founder of the WHY NOT NAILS Training Center & Studio, Lead Instructor
Instructor, Nail Extension Specialist
BASIC NAIL TECHNICIAN COURSE “MANICURE FROM SCRATCH”
A beginner-friendly nail technician course to become a certified nail technician and earn from 6,000 dollars a month.
Popular Nail Technician Classes
Duration: 3 days
Materials: Included
Time: 10 a.m. to 6-7 p.m.
Practice: 4 models + self-practice
Instructor:
Elizaveta Kolodiy
- Founder of WHY NOT NAILS
Elizaveta Kolodiy
- Founder of WHY NOT NAILS
You will learn:
Combined manicure techniques with alignment, under-cuticle coating, basic nail repair, and simple design
Combined manicure techniques with alignment, under-cuticle coating, basic nail repair, and simple design
Program
Theory
Practice
- Professional image and safety practices
- Preparing and organizing your workstation
- Understanding materials and nail products
- Proper disinfection and sterilization methods
- Anatomy of the nail and surrounding skin
- Current nail shapes and popular trends
- Step-by-step combined manicure techniques
- Nail repair and strengthening methods
- Common nail and skin conditions
- Effective client communication and psychology
- Smart pricing strategies for nail technicians
- Product removal using an e-file
- Shaping techniques and nail form filing
- Nail architecture, repair, and extensions
- Preparation of the nail for coating
- Practice of combined manicure techniques
- Nail leveling and alignment
- Application of color under the cuticle
- Practice of simple, trending nail designs
- Creation of the classic and modern French design
- Three full days of intensive practical training
- Work with four live models during the course
- Practice on yourself to strengthen confidence and technique
Hands-On Training
You Receive:
Nail technician certificate
Printed course guide
Step-by-step manual
Tuition Options:
Study in a small group of up to ten students.
Experience a supportive learning environment with flexible scheduling options.
Experience a supportive learning environment with flexible scheduling options.
Get personalized attention, instant feedback, and complete flexibility.
Study at your own pace with your instructor’s full focus.
Study at your own pace with your instructor’s full focus.
Group Training
Individual Training
$1000
$3000
Learn in a small group of up to ten students.
Enjoy a friendly atmosphere and flexible class schedules.
Enjoy a friendly atmosphere and flexible class schedules.
Group Training
2-Day Course
3-Day Course
$1250
Booking and Deposit: To reserve your place, a non-refundable deposit of 30% of the course fee is required. If you cancel or fail to attend, the deposit cannot be refunded. You may reschedule your course once (subject to availability) by giving at least 10 business days’ notice before the start date. Paying the deposit confirms your agreement with these terms.
Advanced Nail Technician Course: Skill Improvement Program
Combined Manicure
Fixing Common Mistakes
Want to perfect your technique and grow your client base? Our advanced nail technician course sharpens your precision, improves your skin and coating work, and helps you work faster while increasing your income.
POPULAR COURSES
For experienced technicians
Duration: 1 day
Time: 10 a.m. to 6-7 p.m.
Practice: Models and materials included
Course Details
Instructor:
Elizaveta Kolodiy
- Founder of the studio
Elizaveta Kolodiy
- Founder of the studio
With simple structure and smart tool use, you’ll notice your speed and confidence improve by the end of the day.
This course helps you reduce service time, serve more clients each day, and noticeably boost your income.
In this class, you’ll fine-tune your prep and skin care techniques, learn smoother, faster movements, and spot the habits that slow you down.
Requirements:
Minimum 3 months of salon experience.
Minimum 3 months of salon experience.
Students’ Portfolio
Program
Theory / Practice
- Streamlined e-file product removal with base correction and complete removal
- Refined e-file work for heels and precise cuticle detailing
- Advanced skin polishing and buffing to achieve a smooth, glossy, crack-free finish
- Professional nail filing for shaping and refinement directly on the model
- Proper nail prep for long-lasting coating that resists chipping and lifting
- Leveling with flexible and hard base products for a perfectly even surface
- High-speed one-coat gel polish application for clean, precise coverage
- Top coat application for flawless shine and maximum durability
You Receive:
Nail Technician Certificate
Printed guide and course notes
Detailed instruction booklet
Tuition Options
Train in a friendly environment with up to ten students.
Flexible scheduling available.
Flexible scheduling available.
Enjoy private lessons, direct feedback, and focused learning at your own pace.
Learn comfortably and freely, on your own terms.
Learn comfortably and freely, on your own terms.
Group
Individual
$450
$650
Booking and Deposit: To reserve your place, a non-refundable deposit of 30% of the course fee is required. If you cancel or fail to attend, the deposit cannot be refunded. You may reschedule your course once (subject to availability) by giving at least 10 business days’ notice before the start date. Paying the deposit confirms your agreement with these terms.
Upcoming Schedule
- Course "Professional Nail Techniques for Practicing Masters" (RUS + ENG)Start - November 14
Duration - 1 days
10 am - 6/7 pm
Training center WHY NOT NAILS - Basic Course "Russian Manicure for Beginners" (RUS + ENG)Start - November 17
Duration - 2 days
10 am - 6/7 pm
Training center WHY NOT NAILS - Basic Course "Russian Manicure for Beginners" (RUS + ENG)Start - November 21
Duration - 3 days
10 am - 6/7 pm
Training center WHY NOT NAILS - Basic Course "Russian Manicure for Beginners" (RUS + ENG)Start - December 15
Duration - 2 days
10 am - 6/7 pm
Training center WHY NOT NAILS - Basic Course "Russian Manicure for Beginners" (RUS + ENG)Start - December 15
Duration - 3 days
10 am - 6/7 pm
Training center WHY NOT NAILS
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