Welcome to the A. Gubler Nail Academy!

Whether you're just starting out or already have experience: here you'll find the right training for your journey to becoming a professional nail master.

Your teacher: International Top Master

Anna Gubler

I am Anna Gubler, a top master with over 20 years of experience in the nail industry, owner of A. Gubler Beauty Studio and A. Gubler Nail Academy in the heart of Zurich.


I am a multiple award winner of national and international nail championships and an international judge for professional competitions. I have been working as a trainer since 2017 and am developing my own structured training system.

the offer

Techniques & Training

My Academy specializes in basic training courses and professional upgrades for existing nail artists.
So far, I have trained over 700 students, many of whom are successfully working in the international nail industry.

I teach modern and fundamental techniques in the nail industry:

  • Combined Manicure
  • Pedicure (Podo Disc technique)
  • Fine Sculpting Training with correct nail architecture
  • Salon Sculpting
  • Salon Nail Extensions (forms & dual forms)
  • French Design
  • Nail Art, Airbrush, Stamping, and Baby Boomer

    The training is structured as a unified system that not only teaches techniques but also provides an understanding of architecture, material science, and high-quality workmanship.

mastery of the technique

Philosophy

My philosophy is not just to teach techniques but to train professional nail artists who truly understand the industry. I focus on quality, structure, and deliberate work so that my students not only perform services but also master the logic and material understanding behind every job.

Result

Over 90% of my students achieve their professional goals and successfully develop their careers in the nail industry. My studio and academy employ exclusively my own graduates – a result of a clear training system and high quality standards.

My training programs are established in Switzerland as professional training formats and are clearly distinct from classic workshops.

Our Courses

Courses

Beginner's Course — Start Pro
Beginner

Beginner's Course — Start Pro

Date

April 12-13, 2026 5 spots available
Duration 2.5 months

Professional Nail Master from Scratch


3 Modules • 2.5 Months of Training

 

Who is this course for?

  • For anyone who wants to learn a new profession as a Nail Stylist
  • For self-taught nail designers
  • For nail professionals who want to improve the quality of their work and consolidate and systematize their knowledge 100%

 

How the training works

  • Offline classes in mini-groups of 4–6 people
  • Theory lessons
  • Daily practical work on models
  • Demonstration of techniques by the instructor
  • Support from the instructor at every stage


Schedule & Timetable

Manicure Module – 3 days
Pedicure Module – 3 days
Modeling Module – 3 days
Practice – 3 days
Additional Training Day – 1 day
Exam – 1 day

 

Class hours: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM including lunch break


Included during the course

  • Coffee, tea, water, fruits, and snacks
  • Fully equipped workstation


Course Program

"Manicure" Block

  • Nail anatomy
  • Disinfection and sterilization
  • Material science
  • Classification of milling bits
  • Precision and combined manicure
  • Working with the milling machine & perfect cut with scissors
  • Working with difficult cuticles
  • Quick removal of coating
  • Reinforcement with builder gel
  • Thin but stable nail architecture
  • Filing shapes: Square, Soft Square, Almond, Oval
  • Repair of cracks and reconstruction of corners


"Disk Pedicure" Block

  • Advantages of the Podo-Disk technique
  • Safe work with different foot types
  • Treatment of cracks and calluses
  • Basics of safety in fungal infections
  • Preparation of toenails for gel polish and nail wraps
  • Repair and tamponade
  • Foot massage


"Modeling" Block

  • Basic nail extension with forms
  • Correct form placement for Square and Almond shapes
  • Architecture of the artificial nail
  • Working with liquid and solid gels
  • No-file technique & correct filing technique
  • Material science and compatibility of different brands


"Designs" Block

  • French Design
  • Stamping
  • Quick salon designs


"Self-employment & Clients" Block

  • How to find work or start your own business
  • Self-employment & documents
  • Where to find clients
  • Communication with clients
  • How to increase prices
  • Common service mistakes by nail artists
  • How to acquire loyal customers


"Social Media" Block

  • Photo and video recording of works
  • Lighting and equipment
  • Account design
  • Content for customer acquisition


Included in the course

  • Methodical manual for manicure & pedicure
  • All materials and equipment included
  • Nail Master starter kit as a gift (worth 550 CHF)


After the course you will receive

  • 3 certificates
  • 10% discount in the online shop
  • 1 month of WhatsApp support
  • Job search assistance upon request


Course Fee

5500 CHF

Installment payment possible


Further Education — Manicure
Advanced

Further Education — Manicure

Currently not offered. New dates coming soon.
Duration 1 Day

Combi Expert — Modern Technology & Thin Coating

Intensive Course • 1 Day

 

Who is this course suitable for?

  • for practicing nail technicians with at least 3 months of professional experience
  • for everyone who has already mastered the technique of combined or e-file manicure and wants to improve the quality of their work
  • for those who haven't had further training for a long time and want to learn modern techniques

 

How is the training structured?

  • Offline instruction in a mini-group of up to 4 people with maximum practical component
  • Work on a model
  • the instructor demonstrates each technique step by step
  • individual analysis and correction of each participant's errors
  • Support from the instructor at every stage of the course

 

Schedule

1 day — From 10:00 to 18:00 including a lunch break.

 

During the course, the following will be provided:

  • Coffee, tea, water, fruit and snacks
  • fully equipped workspace
  • all consumables

 

Course Program

  • Professional removal of old material without damaging the natural nail plate and nail preparation
  • Filing shapes: Square, Oval and Almond
  • Cuticle processing technique with the e-file
  • Perfect cuticle cutting with scissors without injury
  • Correction and repair of the nail plate
  • Thin reinforcement of nails with liquid gels
  • Fast technique of color application with the brush from the bottle

 

Included in the course

Methodological materials:

  • Disinfection and sterilization
  • Material science
  • Classification of e-files and instruments

Online lessons:

  • Material removal
  • combined manicure
  • reinforcement and gel coating for various nail types
  • Application of colored gel polish
  • Repair of nail cracks

🎁 Bonus: Gift — a basic set of materials and tools.

 

After the course you will receive:

  • a certificate of course participation
  • 10% discount on the first purchase in the online shop
  • 1 month of post-training support

 

Course fee

650 CHF

Installment payment possible.


Further Training — PODO DISC
Advanced

Further Training — PODO DISC

Currently not offered. New dates coming soon.
Duration 1 Day

Disc Technique and Pedicure Philosophy

Intensive Course • 1 Day

 

 

Who is this course for?

  • for professionals with at least 6 months of experience in manicure or pedicure
  • for nail technicians who want to expand their service offering and generate additional income
  • for professionals who have not had further training for a long time and want to learn the disc technique to enhance their qualifications

 

 

Training Schedule:

  • Offline instruction in a mini-group of 2–4 people — intensive training with maximum practical focus
  • Work on a model
  • the instructor demonstrates the technique step by step
  • individual error analysis for each participant
  • support from the instructor at every stage

 

 

Schedule

1 day — From 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM, including a lunch break.

 

 

Included during the course:

  • Coffee, tea, water, fruit, and snacks
  • fully equipped workstation
  • all consumables

 

Course Program

Theoretical Part

  • Structure of the skin and nail plate
  • Advantages of the disc technique and differences from classic methods
  • Procedure algorithm for pedicure with disc
  • Overview of possible diseases and contraindications
  • Correct hand position and working angle of the disc

 

Practical Part

  • Analysis and step-by-step treatment of the foot with the disc technique to achieve "Baby Feet" effect
  • Work with every foot type: hyperhidrosis, hyperkeratosis, sensitive, mature, and diabetic feet
  • Working with wet and dry techniques
  • Apparatus-based processing and preparation of toenails for coating
  • Thin and safe coating with nail polish, gel polish, or foils

 

Included in the course

  • Methodology handbook for disc pedicure
  • full provision of all materials and equipment
  • Podo-Disc Starter Set as a gift

 

Bonus Block — Online Lesson:

  • Foot treatment with discs
  • Removal of material/coatings
  • Apparatus-based processing and preparation of nails for coating
  • Coating with nail polish, gel polish, or foils
  • Repair and prosthetics of nails with acrylgel
  • Treatment of cracks
  • Treatment of corns with a core
  • Insertion of a tampons for ingrown nails

 

 

After the course you will receive:

  • Certificate of course participation
  • 10% discount on your first purchase in the online shop
  • 1 month of post-training support

 

Course Fee

650 CHF

Installment payment possible.


Further Training — Modeling, Dual Forms
Advanced

Further Training — Modeling, Dual Forms

Available dates

Dec 12, 2026 Sold out
Dec 24, 2026 5 spots available
Duration 2 days

SLIM ARCHITECTURE — Thin Architecture and Stable Nails

Intensive Course • 2 Days

 

This technique allows you to sculpt exceptionally thin, stable, and durable nails in just 1 hour and 30 minutes — with minimal filing and a finished design.

 

After the course, you will be able to:

  • work with all gel systems
  • perform nail sculpting faster and cleaner
  • learn to love the nail sculpting process

 

Who is this course for?

  • for professionals of all skill levels (prior experience in nail extension is not required)
  • for nail designers who want to expand their services with a new offering
  • for nail designers who want to improve their qualifications and learn the Dual Forms technique

 

Course structure:

  • Offline instruction in mini-groups of 4–6 people — intensive training with a maximum practical focus
  • Work on models
  • The instructor demonstrates the technique step-by-step
  • Support from the instructor at every stage

 

Schedule

2 days — From 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM including a lunch break.

 

Included during the course:

  • Coffee, tea, water, fruit, and snacks
  • Fully equipped workstation
  • All consumables

 

In this course, we will cover:

  • the correct selection of Dual Forms
  • correction of problematic nails
  • working with materials of different viscosity and structure
  • surface and inlay design
  • manicure with 1 drill bit + scissors
  • secrets to strengthening the sidewalls

 

Course Program

Day 1 — "Square" Shape

  • classic and soft square — detailed analysis
  • working with different gels
  • internal color gradients
  • stamping and French design
  • clean impression technique of the Dual Form with distance from the cuticle

 

Day 2 — "Almond" Shape

  • sculpting the "Almond" shape
  • inlay design
  • mixing gels and pigments
  • clean impression technique of the Dual Form under the cuticle

 

Included in the Course

Online lessons:

  • material removal
  • combined manicure with 1 drill bit + scissors
  • "Square" sculpting algorithm
  • "Almond" sculpting algorithm

 

🎁 Bonus: Gift — Material set for this technique.

 

After the course, you will receive:

  • Certificate of course completion
  • 10% discount on the first purchase in the online shop
  • 1 month of support after the training

 

Course Fee

1200 CHF

Installment payment available.


Professional Development — Private
Advanced

Professional Development — Private

Costs

1 Day 2 days
1 person CHF 1,150.00 CHF 2,100.00
Team CHF 1,500.00 CHF 3,000.00
Duration 1-2 days

Personalized Program to Suit Your Needs

Individual format • 1–2 days

 

Costs:

  • 1 day — 1150.– (1 participant)
  • 2 days — 2100.–
  • In-house training for salon teams — 1500.– per day

 

Training Format

Individual training is a personal one-on-one session with the trainer in a format that suits you. The course is fully adapted to your goals, current knowledge, and requirements. This approach allows for:

  • Identifying and correcting errors
  • Consolidating basic knowledge
  • Learning new techniques
  • Rapid and effective improvement of qualifications

 

The individual program is developed especially for you:

  • Answers to all your questions
  • Correction and improvement of your skills
  • Practical training tailored to your experience and needs

 

Classes take place from 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM (lunch break from 1:00 PM to 1:45 PM). The trainer's full attention is exclusively yours.

 

Who is it for?

  • For specialists who do not like large groups and noisy environments
  • For professionals with individual learning goals and requirements
  • For anyone who wants to quickly reach a new professional level

 

Training at the Salon

In-house training is the ideal solution for salons that want to improve their team's skills with familiar materials and in a pleasant working atmosphere. The training program is individually adapted to the specifics of your salon and the needs of your employees:

  • Training directly at the workplace
  • Working with your own materials and tools
  • Individual approach for each participant
  • Focus on practical skills and modern techniques

 

This format enables effective team development, saves time and resources, and optimally adapts the course to the real tasks of your salon.

 

Individual training is your personal path to professional growth – every minute is exclusively dedicated to your goals and needs.

After payment, I will contact you to confirm the date.

  • Krisnails.ch

    Very cool course 🔥

    Thanks to this technique, you can really see your own reflection on your heels

    I've been waiting for this course for a long time. Thank you, Anja, for organizing it
    I recommend it to everyone!!!!
    It's truly a miracle — Smart Pedicure.

  • Anna Brig

    Thank you Anna for the excellent course, the wealth of new information, and the wonderful, warm atmosphere. I have gained excellent knowledge.

    Congratulations 🥂👏🔥

  • Nataliia Lade

    I am incredibly satisfied and overjoyed that I chose your course! Everything was explained and communicated in an understandable language. Every step was worked through with us! Everyone received attention, and you shared your knowledge with us!

    I haven't regretted for a minute choosing your manicure course.

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