why train with us
At Aura, we offer a warm, supportive training environment where you can grow your confidence and skills at your own pace.
With years of hands-on industry experience, we provide expert, personalised guidance rather than generic, rushed teaching. Our training is designed to be calm, nurturing and mindful, mirroring the way we approach every treatment, so you feel empowered, understood and truly ready to work with clients.
Whether you’re just starting out or expanding your expertise, we help you develop both your technique and your connection to the holistic, client-centred side of the beauty and wellness world.
What you will learn
- You will be able to confidently consult, analyse and learn how to properly record client's information, health history and their current skin needs.
- Understand facial and delocattage anatomy relevant to facial massage and product application.
- How to perform a full classic facial routine safely and professionally from set up to finish.
- Apply infection control, hygiene and health & safety practices in a salon environment.
- Give the client the correct aftercare advice.
Course Requirements
This Classic Facial course only requires a passion for learning, with no prequalification's needed. Students must be over 16 years old.
Essential Details
The course is split into theory and practical.
The theory will be detailed from the structure of the skin, skin functions, the ageing process, and common skin conditions. Relevant anatomy – bones and muscles for massage techniques. Health, safety and hygiene, salon hygiene routines, cross contamination, etc. Consultation, client record keeping, forms, etc. Treatment plan, set routine, aftercare and homecare advice given to the client at the end of the facial. Brief marketing and business basics for therapists.
The practical will be demonstrated to students in a step-by-step manner. I will show students how to prepare and set up before the client arrives; the whole skincare routine will be presented. Students are advised to watch over the routine, make notes, and ask any questions during this demonstration. The students will then work on each other, models or even fake heads (whatever feels comfortable).
Students will be invited back to do their practical assessment, for fast track this can be done on the same day, or if you feel more comfortable, you can practice at home, then come back when you feel confident enough to complete the assessment.
You will receive your certificate after passing your exam. This course is fully accredited by ABT so it is ideal for beginners who wish to start a career in the beauty industry.
Duration
This is a 1.5-day course (can be fast tracked if needed). Start time 9.30am on the chosen day, finishing at 4.30pm, then returning for the practical exam and certificate if passed (would be 2 hours, can be done the day after or whenever you feel ready).
Venue
Aura Training Acadamy – Unit 2 Hall Park Centre, Forrest Drive, Lytham St Annes, FY8 4QF
Class size
There are no more than 4 students in a class; fast track options are available as well as 1-1 classes.
Kit required
A beginner Kaeso facial kit will be provided for you to use during the course and take home. This is included in the price.
Cost
£240
What you will learn
- Confidently consult, analyse and how to properly record client's information, health history and their current skin needs.
- Understand facial and delocattage anatomy relevant to facial massage and product application.
- How to perform a Natural Facelift massage routine safely and professionally from set up to finish.
- Apply infection control, hygiene and health & safety practices in a salon environment.
- Giving the client's correct aftercare advice.
Course Requirements
This Natural facelift Massage course only requires a passion for learning, with no prequalification's needed. Students must be over 16 years old.
Essential Details
The course is split into theory and practical.
The theory will be detailed from the structure of the skin, skin functions, and common skin conditions. Relevant anatomy – key bones and key muscles for massage techniques. Health, safety and hygiene, salon hygiene routines, cross contamination, etc. Consultation, client record keeping, forms, etc. Treatment plan, set routine, aftercare and homecare advice given to the client at the end of the facial massage. Brief marketing and business basics for therapists.
The practical will be demonstrated to students in a step-by-step manner. I will show students how to prepare and set up before the client arrives, a client consultation and record keeping will be shown, the whole massage routine will be presented, students are advised to watch over the routine, make notes and ask any questions. After the demonstration, students will work on each other, models or even fake heads (whichever feels comfortable).
Students will have a practical exam which will be done on a live model.
You will be presented with your certificate after passing your exam. This course is fully accredited by ABT so it is ideal for beginners who wish to start a career in the beauty industry.
Duration
This is a 1-day course. It will begin at 9.30am on the chosen day, finishing by 4.30pm.
Venue
Aura Training Academy – Unit 2 Hall Park Centre, Forrest Drive, Lytham St Annes, FY8 4QF.
Class size
There are no more than 4 students in a class; fast track options are available as well as 1-1 classes.
Kit required
No kit is required.
Cost
£170
What you will learn
- Confidently consult, how to properly record client's information and medical history.
- Learn body anatomy, and systems.
- How to perform a professional full body Swedish massage routine safely and professionally from set up to finish.
- Apply infection control, hygiene and health & safety practices in a salon/mobile environment.
- Give the client correct aftercare advice.
Course Requirements
This Swedish massage course only requires a passion for learning, with no prequalification's needed, it would help if the student had level 3 anatomy, pathology and physiology but isn't needed. Students must be over 16 years old.
Essential Details
The course is split into theory and practical.
The theory will be detailed from the structure of the skin, skin functions, and common skin conditions, and contraindications. Relevant anatomy – key bones and key muscles for massage techniques. Health, safety and hygiene, hygiene routines, cross contamination, etc. Consultation, client record keeping, forms, etc. Treatment plan, set routine, aftercare and homecare advice given to the client at the end of the massage. Brief marketing and business basics for therapists.
The practical will be demonstrated to students in a step-by-step manner. I will show students how to prepare and set up before the client arrives, a client consultation and record keeping will be shown, the whole massage routine will be shown, students are advised to watch over the routine, make notes and ask any questions. After the demonstration, students will work on each other or models (whatever feels comfortable.)
Students will be invited back to do their practical assessment, for fast track this can be done on the same day, or if you feel more comfortable, you can practice at home, then come back when you feel confident enough to complete the assessment.
You will be presented with your certificate after passing your exam. This course is fully accredited by ABT so it is ideal for beginners who wish to start a career in the beauty industry.
Duration
This is a 1.5-day course; it can be fast tracked if needed. Start time 9.30am on the chosen day, finishing at 4.30pm, then returning for the practical exam and certificate if passed (would be 2 hours, can be done the day after or whenever you feel ready.)
Venue
Aura Training Academy – Unit 2 Hall Park Centre, Forrest Drive, Lytham St Annes, FY8 4QF.
Class size
There are no more than 4 students in a class; fast track options are available as well as 1-1 classes.
Kit required
A massage medium (cream, oil, etc.) and towels will be provided for you on this course, so there is no need to bring anything.
Cost
£200
What you will learn
- Confidently do a consultation and how to properly record client's information and health history.
- Understand the upper body anatomy relevant to Indian Head massage.
- How to perform a full Indian Head Massage routine safely and professionally from set up to finish.
- Apply infection control, hygiene and health & safety practices in a salon environment.
- Give the client correct aftercare advice.
Course Requirements
This Indian Head Massage course only requires a passion for learning, with no prequalification's needed. Students must be over 16 years old.
Essential Details
The course is split into theory and practical.
The theory will be detailed from relevant anatomy – key bones and key muscles for massage techniques. Health, safety and hygiene, salon hygiene routines, cross contamination, etc. Consultation, client record keeping, forms, etc. Treatment plan, set routine, aftercare and homecare advice given to the client at the end of the massage. Brief marketing and business basics for therapists.
The practical will be demonstrated to students in a step-by-step manner. I will show students how to prepare and set up before the client arrives, a client consultation and record keeping will be shown, the whole massage routine will be presented, students are advised to watch over the routine, make notes and ask any questions during this presentation. After the demonstration, students will work on each other, models on even fake heads (whatever feels comfortable.)
Students will be invited back to do their practical assessment, for fast track this can be done on the same day, or if you feel more comfortable, you can practice at home, then come back when you feel confident enough to complete the assessment.
You will be presented with your certificate after passing your exam. This course is fully accredited by ABT so it is ideal for beginners who wish to start a career in the beauty industry.
Duration
This is a 1-day course; it can be fast tracked if needed. Start time 9.30am on the chosen day, finishing at 4.30pm.
Venue
Aura Training Academy – Unit 2 Hall Park Centre, Forrest Drive, Lytham St Annes, FY8 4QF.
Class size
There are no more than 4 students in a class; 1-1 classes are also available.
Kit required
Massage medium (cream or oil) will be provided; there is no need to bring anything.
Cost
£170
What you will learn
- Confidently be able to use an efile on a client, using the correct efile bit for gel, cuticles, prep work, debulking, gel and acrylic.
- Understand the different drill bits and how to use them all.
- How to safely use an efile, setting up the machine and cleaning/servicing it.
- Apply infection control, hygiene and health & safety practices in a salon environment.
Course Requirements
This course does not need any prequalification's. Students must be over 16 years old.
Essential Details
The course is split into theory and practical.
The theory will be detailed from the setting up of your file to the cleaning of it. Health, safety and hygiene, salon hygiene routines, cross contamination, etc.
The practical will be demonstrated to students in a step-by-step manner. I will show students how to correctly use each drill tool; students are advised to watch over the routine, make notes, and ask any questions during this presentation. After the demonstration, students will work on each other, models on even fake hands (whatever feels comfortable.)
This course is fully accredited by ABT.
Duration
This is a day course with a start time - 9.30am on the chosen day, finishing at 3.30pm.
Venue
Aura Training Acadamy – Unit 2 Hall Park Centre, Forrest Drive, Lytham St Annes, FY8 4QF
Class size
There are no more than 4 students in a class
Kit required
Bring your own efile, plus drill bits. If you would like to purchase a Muse efile, then please use my discount code - aura10 for 10% off.
Cost
£199
What you will learn
- Confidently consult, analyse and how to properly record client's information, health history and if they can safely receive the treatment.
- Understand hand and foot anatomy relevant to manicure & pedicures, and product application.
- How to confidently perform a manicure and pedicure routine safely and professionally from set up to finish.
- Apply infection control, hygiene and health & safety practices in a salon environment.
- Give the client correct aftercare advice.
Course Requirements
This Manicure and Pedicure course only requires a passion for learning, with no prequalification's needed. Students must be over 16 years old.
Essential Details
The course is split into theory and practical.
The theory will be detailed from the structure of the skin, skin functions, and common skin conditions. Relevant anatomy – key bones and key muscles for massage techniques. Health, safety and hygiene, salon hygiene routines, cross contamination, etc. Consultation, client record keeping, forms, etc. Treatment plan, set routine, aftercare and homecare advice given to the client at the end of the manicure/pedicure. Brief marketing and business basics for therapists.
The practical will be demonstrated to students in a step-by-step manner. I will show students how to prepare and set up before the client arrives, a client consultation and record keeping will be shown, the whole manicure and pedicure routine will be presented, students are advised to watch over the routine, make notes and ask any questions during this presentation. After the demonstration, students will work on each other, or on models.
Students will be invited back to do their practical assessment, for fast track this can be done on the same day, or if you feel more comfortable, you can practice at home, then come back when you feel confident enough to complete the assessment.
You will be presented with your certificate after passing your exam. This course is fully accredited by ABT so it is ideal for beginners who wish to start a career in the beauty industry.
Duration
This is a 1.5-day course; it can be fast tracked if needed. Start time 9.30am on the chosen day, finishing at 4.30pm, then returning for the practical exam and certificate if passed (would be 2 hours, can be done the day after or whenever you feel ready.)
Venue
Aura Training Academy – Unit 2 Hall Park Centre, Forrest Drive, Lytham St Annes, FY8 4QF.
Class size
There are no more than 4 students in a class; fast track options are available as well as 1-1 classes.
Kit required
A pedicure/manicure kit will be provided for you to use on the course and take home so there is no need to bring anything.
Cost
£240
What you will learn
- Confidently consult, analyse and how to properly record client information and health history.
- Understand hand, foot, and nail anatomy relevant to painting gel and product application.
- How to apply a full gel nail routine safely and professionally from set up to finish with the perfect prep to prevent lifting.
- Apply infection control, hygiene and health & safety practices in a salon environment.
- Giving the client's correct aftercare advice.
Course Requirements
This gel nails course only requires a passion for learning, with no prequalification's needed. Students must be over 16 years old.
Essential Details
The course is split into theory and practical.
The theory will be detailed from the structure of the nail and common nail conditions. Health, safety and hygiene, salon hygiene routines, cross contamination, etc. Consultation, client record keeping, forms, etc. Treatment plan, set routine, aftercare and homecare advice given to the client at the end of the treatment. Brief marketing and business basics for therapists.
The practical will be demonstrated to students in a step-by-step manner. I will show students how to prepare and set up before the client arrives, a client consultation and record keeping will be shown, the whole gel appointment will be presented, students are advised to watch over the routine, make notes and ask any questions during this presentation. After the demonstration, students will work on each other, models or fake hands (whichever feels comfortable).
Students will be invited back to do their practical assessment, for fast track this can be done on the same day, or if you feel more comfortable, you can practice at home, then come back when you feel confident enough to complete the assessment.
You will be presented with your certificate after passing your exam. This course is fully accredited by ABT so it is ideal for beginners who wish to start a career in the beauty industry.
Duration
This is a 2-day course; it can be fast tracked if needed. Start time 9.30am on the chosen day, finishing at 4.30pm, then returning for the following chosen day which will also have a practical exam and certificate if passed.
Venue
Aura Training Academy – Unit 2 Hall Park Centre, Forrest Drive, Lytham St Annes, FY8 4QF.
Class size
There are no more than 4 students in a class; fast track options are available as well as 1-1 classes.
Kit required
A beginner kit (the gel bottle) will be provided for the course and to take home, no need to bring anything.
Cost
£300
What you will learn
- Confidently consult, analyse and how to properly record client information and their health history.
- Understand hand and nail anatomy.
- How to apply a full set of sculptured acrylics safely and professionally from set up to finish with the perfect prep to prevent lifting.
- Apply infection control, hygiene and health & safety practices in a salon environment.
- Giving the client's correct aftercare advice.
Course Requirements
This Sculptured Acrylic course only requires a passion for learning, with no prequalification's needed. Students must be over 16 years old.
Essential Details
The course is split into theory and practical.
The theory will be detailed from the types of acrylics, how it works, sculptured vs tips, and common skin conditions. Relevant anatomy – key bones, nail and hand structure. Health, safety and hygiene, salon hygiene routines, cross contamination, etc. Consultation, client record keeping, forms, etc. Treatment plan, set routine, aftercare advice given to the client at the end of the appointment. Brief marketing and business basics for therapists.
The practical will be demonstrated to students in a step-by-step manner. I will show students how to prepare and set up before the client arrives, a client consultation and record keeping will be shown, the whole sculptured acrylic routine will be presented, students are advised to watch over the routine, make notes and ask any questions during this presentation. After the demonstration, students will work on each other, models on even fake hands (whichever feels comfortable.)
I will also be teaching students how to do French and ombre techniques in acrylic.
Students will be invited back to do their practical assessment on their third and final day, If you feel confident enough this can be booked in the same week, or if you would like further time to practice at home you can book whenever you feel confident enough. This course also includes a free shadow appointment where you are welcome to come and watch me work on an acrylic client (separate to your course days).
You will be presented with your certificate after passing your exam. This course is fully accredited by ABT so it is ideal for beginners who wish to start a career in the nail industry.
Duration
This is a 3-day course; it can be fast tracked if needed. Start time 9.30am on the 3 chosen days, finishing at 4.30pm. On the final day, you will complete your assessment on a model, and you will be presented with a certificate if passed.
Venue
Aura Training Academy – Unit 2 Hall Park Centre, Forrest Drive, Lytham St Annes, FY8 4QF.
Class size
There are no more than 4 students in a class; fast track options are available as well as 1-1 classes.
Kit required
A full CJP acrylic kit will be provided for you to use during the course and to take home with you, so there is no need to bring anything.
Cost
£625
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