Studio Kiku Training
In-Person Tattoo Removal & SMP Training
Vancouver & Langley, BC
You train directly with Studio Kiku's own technicians, in small groups, hands-on, with every student working on live models. The training is built around what works in a real studio, not classroom theory.
The Courses
Certification courses
Taught in person, in small groups, with hands-on work on live models and certification on completion.
2 Days CertificationLaser Tattoo Removal
Hands-on laser tattoo removal training on the same platform used across Studio Kiku.
Duration
2 Days
Price
$1,950
- Full hands-on laser tattoo removal training
- Work on live models
- Certification upon completion
Instructors: Billy DeCola, Ailie Park, and Jamie Peachey
3 Days CertificationScalp Micropigmentation (SMP)
Full SMP certification, everything you need to start working on real clients.
Duration
3 Days
Price
$3,950
- Full hands-on SMP training over 3 days
- Work on live models
- Billy DeCola's complete online SMP course, yours to keep
- Certification upon completion
Instructor: Billy DeCola
1 Day CertificationSaline Tattoo Removal
A focused, single-day certification in saline removal, hands-on from the start.
Duration
1 Day
Price
$895
- Full hands-on saline removal training
- Work on live models
- Certification upon completion
Instructor: Billy DeCola
Upcoming Dates
In-person training at Studio Kiku
SMP, saline, and laser tattoo removal training courses. Seats are limited.
Laser Tattoo Removal Course Dates (2 Days)
July 14, 15
Langley
July 28, 29
Vancouver
SMP Course Dates (3 Days)
July 16, 17, 18
Langley
July 22, 23, 24
Vancouver
Saline Removal Course Dates (1 Day)
July 2
Langley
July 19
Vancouver
July 25
Langley
Registration
Reserve your spot
Fill out the form and we'll follow up by email with the deposit link to confirm your place.
Train With Studio Kiku
Premium training, from a working studio
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Studio Kiku's signature techniques
Every course is taught using Studio Kiku's own signature techniques, the same methods our technicians rely on every day.
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Small, intimate class sizes
Training stays small and intimate, never an overcrowded room. Personal, one-on-one attention is always available.
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Built on the fundamentals
Every course is grounded in Billy DeCola's curriculum, starting with the mechanics and core techniques. The fundamentals come first. You master them, then put them to work hands-on with live models.
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Trusted across Canada and the US
Artists and studios travel from across Canada and the US to train and certify with Studio Kiku. The results speak for themselves.
In-person training questions
Courses, pricing, locations, and how to reserve a seat.
Can't travel?
Take it online instead
Billy's self-paced online courses cover SMP and saline removal in depth, with certification, so you can study from anywhere, on your schedule.
Thinking bigger?
Own a Studio Kiku
Trained with us and want to run your own studio? The Langley territory is open. See how a Studio Kiku franchise works.
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