Classes & Workshops
Professional Nail Tech Classes & Workshops in Gatlinburg, TN.
Educational Nail Workshops & Classes for Licensed Nail Techs, Salon/Spa Owners & Beauty School Students (not open to the general public).
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Licensed beauty pros & beauty school students can experience up to 3 extra days featuring 30+ optional hands-on or seminar advanced educational Workshops to fit their individual schedule & budget over the Smokies Nail Show weekend at the Gatlinburg TN Convention Center.
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These Workshops are brand-led classes taught by nail company educators & industry experts that cover techniques, product knowledge & business skills. Workshop costs are not included with show tickets & registration fees are paid directly to each nail company listed below.
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Friday – Extended Workshops
Saturday – Workshops & Early Check-in (Noon - 4pm; see home page FAQ's)
Sunday – Nail Show (tickets include 9 Event Day Classes)
Monday – Workshops
A: Check with your own State Board to see if these certificates qualify for Continuing nail tech Education in your state & we cannot guarantee approval.
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Workshop certificates may count for North Carolina CEUs if they include:
*Course title & description
*Date of class
*Workshop location address
*CEU hours earned
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Techs must keep their own records & submit proof to the NC State Board on time.
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Send any questions directly to each company's Educator at their provided email addresses listed under each Workshop.
A: Most Workshops are hands-on, but a few are seminars. Please verify which type they are before registering by contacting the nail company Educator via their email provided beneath each listing.
A: Nail techs, salon owners & beauty school students who want to improve their nail skills in a fun, friendly & comfortable environment. All licensed beauty pros & salon/spa owners or managers are welcome, but these are not open to the general public (no unlicensed spouses, friends or relatives). .
Must make other appropriate childcare arrangements as absolutely no children, infants nor babies are permitted in classrooms.
Extended Workshops: Friday, July 10th, 2026
Extended Nail Tech Workshops: Hands-on & seminar nail technician education led by brand educators.
These optional nail tech Workshops are held at the Gatlinburg TN Convention Center & offer continuing education for nail techs on Friday to "extend" their show experience all weekend!
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Licensed beauty pro's & current beauty school students only - not open to the general public.
CLASSROOM #5
North American School of Podology (NASP):
“Advanced Foot & Lower-Limb Massage: The Perfect Blend of Clinical Precision & Spa-Level Experience”
(Educator: Vicki Malo & team)
9:00am - 4:30pm (lunch between Noon - 1pm)
Cost: $195 *includes Certificate & workbook; limited to 20 seats
Link for info & to register - CLICK HERE
Email Vicki Malo with questions: vmalo@podology.net
CLASSROOM #6
Profiles Backstage: “Intro to Dual Forms”
(Educator: Ami McClure)
10:00am - 4:00pm (lunch between Noon - 1pm)
Cost: $199 *includes full kit & certificate
Link for more info & to register - CLICK HERE
Email Ami with questions: profilesgirl@mac.com
CLASSROOM #8
Creative Ballance Nail Supply & Education: TBA
(Educator: Mary Ellon Ballance)
Time: 9:30am - 4:00pm
Cost: TBD *includes class kit & Certificate
Link for more info & to register - COMING BEFORE APRIL 2026
Email Mary Ellon Ballance with questions: maryellon@me.com
CLASSROOM #9
Johen's: TBA
(Educator: Henrietta Almasi)
Time: TBA
Cost: TBD *includes class kit & Certificate
Link for more info & to register - COMING BEFORE APRIL 2026
Email Henrietta Almasi with questions: almasiheni@yahoo.com
CLASSROOM #10
Blue Amber Nails: TBA
(Educator: Anna Wesolowska)
Time: TBA
Cost: TBD *includes class kit & Certificate
Link for more info & to register - COMING BEFORE APRIL 2026
Email Anna Wesolowska with questions: nailartbyania@gmail.com
Saturday Workshops - July 11th, 2026
Saturday Nail Tech Workshops: Hands-on & seminar nail technician education led by brand educators.
These optional nail tech Workshops are held at the Gatlinburg TN Convention Center & offer continuing education for nail techs on Saturday prior to Sunday's nail show.
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Licensed beauty pro's & current beauty school students only - not open to the general public.
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CLASSROOM #1
Atwood Industries - "“Electric File Foundations"
(Educator: Nicole Atwood)
10:00am - 4:00pm
$249 *includes bit kit & Certificate; limited to 8 techs for personalized training
Link for more info & to register - CLICK HERE
Email Nicole with questions: nailsbynicole69@gmail.com
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CLASSROOM #2
FreshSteps 4 Nail Techs: "Hands On Onyfix Certification”
(Educator: Apryl Moore)
Hours: 9:00am - 4:00pm
Cost: $699 *After Pay available; includes kit, raffle entry & Certificate
Link for more info & to register - CLICK HERE
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“Already Onyfix Certified”
1:00pm - 4:00pm
$199 includes kit, raffle entry & Certificate
Link for more info & to register - CLICK HERE
Email Apryl with questions: Freshsteps4nailtechs@gmail.com
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CLASSROOM#3
Visage Professional Supply: TBA
(Educator: Beverly Henderson)
9:30am - Noon (morning class)
Cost: TBD *includes kit & Certificate
Link for more info & to register - COMING SPRING 2026
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TBA
(Educator: Beverly Henderson)
1:00 - 4:00pm (afternoon class)
Cost: TBD *includes kit & Certificate
Link for more info & to register - COMING SPRING 2026
Email Beverly with questions: visagebh@bellsouth.net
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CLASSROOM #4
Light Elegance: “LE 318: Nail-itecture 2.0: Mastering Traditional & Dual Forms”
(Educator: Ashley Biasella)
9:00am - 4:45pm
Cost: $195 *includes lunch, kit & Certificate
Link for more info & to register - CLICK HERE
Email Tina Heinl with questions: tina@lightelegance.com
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CLASSROOM #5
North American School of Podology (NASP): “Pedicuring Diabetic, Elderly, and Other At-Risk Clients”
(Educator: Vicki Malo & Team)
9:00am - Noon (morning class)
Cost: $75 *includes Certificate
Link for more info & to register - CLICK HERE
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"Advanced Pedicure Techniques: Safe. Skilled. Specialized.”
(Educator: Vicki Malo & Team)
1:00pm - 4:00pm (afternoon class)
Cost: $65 *includes Certificate
Link for more info & to register - CLICK HERE
Email Vicki with questions: vmalo@podology.net
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CLASSROOM #6
Profiles Backstage: “Mani Magic”
(Educator: Ami McClure)
9:00am - Noon (morning)
Cost: $99 *includes Certificate & full kit
Link for more info & to register - CLICK HERE
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“3-D Nail Art - Fall/Halloween Edition”
(Educator: Ami McClure)
1:00 - 4:00pm (afternoon)
Cost: $99 *includes Certificate & full kit
Link for more info & to register - CLICK HERE
Email Ami with questions: profilesgirl@mac.com
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CLASSROOM #7
Magic Gel/Nail Innovations: “Strong & Structured: A Modern Nail Architecture Class”
(Educator Darcy Olin)
8:30am - Noon (morning)
Cost: $50 (without kit & includes Certificate; 2 kit options as add ons for 25% off)
Link for more info & to register - CLICK HERE
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“One-Stroke Mastery: Rose Ensemble“
(Educator: Laura Barber)
1:00 - 4:30pm (afternoon)
$50 (without kit & includes Certificate; 2 kit options as add ons for 25% off)
Link for more info & to register - CLICK HERE
Email Darcy with questions: Darcy@MagicGelUSA.com
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The Elkmont Room (in between Classrooms 7 & 8)
SO Gel Nails: "Celestial Magnetics Nail Art Class”
(Educator: Denise Miller)
Hours: 9:00am - Noon
Cost: $59.99 *includes kit & Certificate
Link for more information & to register - CLICK HERE
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“Mastering HEMA Free Gels”
(Educator: DeAnn Damron)
1:00pm - 4:45pm
$99 *includes kit & Certificate
Link for info & to register - CLICK HERE
Email Becky Bunnell with questions: becky@sogelnails.com
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CLASSROOM #8
Creative Ballance Beauty Supply: TBA
(Educators: Mary Ellon Ballance & Team)
9:00am - Noon (morning)
Cost: TBD *includes class kit & certificate of attendance
Link for more info & to register - COMING SPRING 2026
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TBA
(Educator: Paula Davies)
1:00pm - 4:00pm (afternoon)
Cost: TBD *includes class kit & certificate of attendance
Link for more info & to register - COMING SPRING 2026
Email Mary Ellon with questions: maryellon@me.com
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CLASSROOM #9
Johens: TBA
(Educator: Henrietta Almasi)
Time: TBD
Cost: TBD *includes kit & Certificate
Link for more info & to register: COMING SPRING 2026
Cost: TBD *includes Certificate & kit
Link for more info & to register - COMING SPRING 2026
Email Henrietta with questions: almasiheni@yahoo.com
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CLASSROOM #10
Glitz Accessories & Such: “Nail Art Masterclass”
(Educator: Nancy Tran)
9:30am - Noon (morning = Gel Extension, 3D Flower, Encapsulated Glitter)
Cost: $199 *includes kit & Certificate
Link for more info & to register - CLICK HERE
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“Nail Art Masterclass”
1:30 - 4:00pm (afternoon = Builder Gel, Crystals & Foil + Social Media)
$199 *includes kit & Certificate
Link for info & to register - CLICK HERE
BOTH CLASSES with PRICE BREAK: $379
Email Nancy with questions: info@glitzaccessoriesandsuch.com
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CLASSROOM #11
PodoSafe: TBA
(Educator: Paisley Howze)
Hours: TBD
Cost: TBD *includes kit & Certificate
Link for more information & to register - COMING SPRING 2026
Email Paisley with questions: paisleyhowze123@gmail.com
Event Day Classes - Sunday, July 12th, 2026
Sunday Nail Tech Event Day Classes: these are complimentary nail technician education led by brand educators & are included with your show ticket for education during the show. The 1 hour demo or lecture classes feature open seating, so arrive 15 minutes before classes begin & you're welcome to stand along the walls if all seats are taken.
CLASSROOM #1
10:30 - 11:30am
Famous Names
(Educator: TBD)
TBA
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12:30pm - 1:30
Creative Ballance
(Educator: TBD)
TBA
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2:30pm - 3:30
Glitz Accessories & Such
(Educator: Nancy Tran)
TBA
CLASSROOM #2
10:30 - 11:30am
Gehwol
(Educator: TBD)
TBA
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12:30pm - 1:30
Well Nail
(Educator: Denise Baich)
TBA
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2:30pm - 3:30
Visage Prof. Supply
(Educator: Beverly Henderson)
TBA
CLASSROOM #3
10:30 - 11:30am
LeChat
(Educator: Anastasia Totty)
TBA
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12:30pm - 1:30
NASP
(Educator: Vicki Malo)
TBA
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2:30pm - 3:30
Light Elegance
(Educator: TBD)
TBA
Monday Workshops - July 13th, 2026
Monday Nail Tech Workshops: Hands-on & seminar nail technician education led by brand educators.
These optional nail tech Workshops are held at the Gatlinburg TN Convention Center & offer continuing education for nail techs on Monday after Sunday's nail show.
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Licensed beauty pro's & current beauty school students only - not open to the general public.
TAP OR CLICK ON PINK LINKS
CLASSROOM #1
MediNail Learning Center: "How Dermastat Measures Your Client's Need for Dry Skin Foot Care Treatment”
(Educator: Dr. Spalding & Dr. Scott Kantro, DPM)
Hours: 9:00am - Noon
$60.58 *includes a Dermastat device & Certificate
Link for more info & to register - CLICK HERE
Email Sheryl Morgan with questions: sherylmorgan59@gmail.com
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CLASSROOM #2
Nail Flight USA
(Educator: Renee Westmoreland)
9:00am - Noon (morning class)
Cost: TBD *includes kit & certificate
Link for more info & to register - COMING SPRING 2026
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TBA
Noon - ?
Cost: TBD *includes kit & certificate
Link for more info & to register - COMING SPRING 2026
Email with questions: TBA
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CLASSROOM #3
Boujee Thang
(Educators: TBA)
Hours: TBD
Cost: TBD
Link for more info & to register - COMING SPRING 2026
Email Chevelle Chu with questions: chevellechu@yahoo.com
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CLASSROOM #4
Gehwol Footcare: "The Future of Foot & Nail Care: GEHWOL Relaunch + Advanced Nail Restoration”
(Educators: Kelly Diaz & team)
Hours: 9:00am - 4:00pm *lunch from Noon - 1:00pm
Cost: $165 *includes Certificate & Pro Kit
Link for more info & to register - CLICK HERE
Email Kelly Diaz with questions: kelly.diaz@gehwolfootcare.com
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CLASSROOM #5
Blue Amber Nails
(Educator: Anna Wesolowska)
Hours: TBD
Cost: TBD
Link for more info & to register - COMING SPRING 2026
Email Anna with questions: nailartbyania@gmail.com
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CLASSROOM #6
Body & Sole Wellness Spa
(Educator: Dawn Durocher)
Hours: TBD
Cost: TBD
Link for more info & to register - COMING SPRING 2026
Email Dawn with questions: hello@bodyandsolewellnessspa.com
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CLASSROOM #7
Paloma Glow
(Educator: TBD)
Hours: TBD
Cost: TBD
Link for more info & to register - COMING SPRING 2026
Email Elena Kovaleva with questions: info@palomaglow.com
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CLASSROOM #8
Uniquely Created Bling
(Educator: Apryll Cook)
Hours: TBD
Cost: TBD
Link for more info & to register - COMING SPRING 2026
Email Apryll with questions: apryllcook@gmail.com
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CLASSROOM #9
CND/PinkPro Beauty Supply
(Educator: TBD)
Hours: TBD
Cost: TBD
Link for more info & to register - COMING SPRING 2026
Email: TBA
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CLASSROOM #10
AVAILABLE!