Begin your nail career with confidence
Accredited nail training courses in Marlow, Buckinghamshire — from your very first gel polish application to expert-level builder gel and e-file work.
CREATE Nail Studio & Training Academy
Based in the heart of Marlow, CREATE is a nail studio and accredited training academy founded by Aimee Stokes. Whether you're taking your very first step into the nail industry or you're a qualified tech ready to refine your craft, our courses are designed to give you real skills, real confidence, and real support — long after your training day.
Training is hands-on, personal, and taught in small groups at our Marlow studio.
Start Your Journey
No experience needed — these accredited courses take you from complete beginner to working confidently with clients.
1 day — 8 hours
The CREATE Gel Polish Course
Your first step into the nail industry
1 day + 1 half day — 12 hours
The CREATE 2 in 1 Course
Gel polish & builder gel in one programme
2 days — 16 hours
The CREATE Expert Course
The complete programme: gel polish, builder gel & e-file
Training That Stays With You
Accredited Training
Every course leads to an accredited certificate, so you can gain insurance and start working with clients.
Kits Included
Most courses include a professional starter kit — you leave ready to take your first booking.
Small & Personal
Intimate class sizes in our Marlow studio mean hands-on guidance and real 1:1 attention.
Ongoing Support
Training doesn't end at the door — you'll join our student WhatsApp community for ongoing support.
For Certified Nail Technicians
Already qualified? Advance your skills, perfect your technique, and grow your business.
Half day — 4 hours
The CREATE Builder Gel Course
Strong, durable overlays for qualified techs
Half day — 4 hours
The CREATE E-File Course
Safe, confident e-file work
Half day or full day
1:1 Private Mentoring
Focused, personalised support behind the desk
60 minutes — online
Business & Instagram Audits
A clear, honest review of your nail business
Our Graduates
Every certificate below started with a first training day at the CREATE studio — beginners and working techs alike.
Aimee Stokes
Aimee is the founder of CREATE and the educator behind every course. With over 7 years of experience in the nail industry, she has built her business from the ground up, combining real salon experience with a passion for helping others build successful, sustainable careers. Her teaching style is calm, supportive and hands-on, with a focus on creating confident nail technicians through strong technical foundations, safe working practices and techniques that stand the test of time.
Alongside teaching, Aimee works with clients from the CREATE studio on Marlow High Street, meaning every technique, system and piece of advice she shares is tried, tested and used every day in a real salon environment. Her goal is to give every student the skills, confidence and knowledge to create beautiful work, attract loyal clients and build a career they love.
Ready to start your nail journey?
Send an enquiry telling us which course you're interested in — we'll come back with available dates and everything you need to secure your place.