Around the Way Girl Nails

Help Us Build the Next Generation of Nail Professionals! 💜✨

Around the Way Girl Nails Academy is seeking community sponsors who believe in investing in education, workforce development, and opportunity.

Your sponsorship will directly support:
✨ Our CAYIP interns with hands-on learning experiences and professional development.
✨ Community outreach events that provide education, resources, and beauty services.
✨ Scholarship opportunities for aspiring nail professionals who have the passion but need financial assistance to pursue their dreams.

Every contribution—whether monetary, products, supplies, services, or event support—helps remove barriers and creates opportunities for future beauty industry professionals.

By becoming a sponsor, you’re not just supporting a nail academy—you’re investing in confidence, entrepreneurship, and stronger communities.

Interested in partnering with us? We’d love to connect and discuss sponsorship opportunities.

📧 [email protected]
📍 2116 A Berkmar Drive, Charlottesville, VA 22901
📞 276-455-6953

Together, we can create opportunities that last a lifetime. 💜

Vote for Us For Soft Life Curator!

🗳️ THE BALLOT IS LIVE, BEST IN BLACK CVILLE!!! 🗳️
The nominations are officially in, the official ballot is locked, and VOTING is now OPEN for the 2026 Best In Black Cville Awards! 🍾✨

You all absolutely understood the assignment with the nominations this year. Because we shook the table and focused on experience, consistency, and true community impact, this ballot is packed with the incredible innovators, hidden gems, and local heroes who truly keep our city thriving.

Now, the power is entirely in your hands. It’s time to show up, show out, and cast your votes for the people, spaces, and businesses that make Charlottesville look good, feel good, and move forward.
✨ A Quick Reminder Before You Vote:
🙌 Check Out the Vibe: Take your time reading through the fresh categories this year—from the "Soft Life Curators" to the folks who hold it down "Behind The Scenes." * 🗳️ One Ballot, Real Impact: Your voice matters, so make sure to vote across categories to support the full ecosystem of local Black excellence.
🎉 Share the Love: Once you vote, screenshot your "I Voted" confirmation, tag your favorites right here on Facebook, and spread the word!

Let’s celebrate the culture and give these finalists the massive flowers they deserve!
👇 CLICK THE LINK BELOW TO CAST YOUR VOTES NOW! 👇
https://www.cognitoforms.com/DSID1/_2026BestInBlackCvilleVotingBallot

Who are you rooting for this year? Drop some hype for your favorites in the comments below!

Charlottesville, VA it’s almost that time! We are enrolling and have a start date!

Charlottesville classes are built into 10-week cohorts.

Each cohort has 12 in person seats, 12 Hybrid A seats, and 12 Hybrid B seats!

There’s a $100 application fee and a $500 deposit both, nonrefundable to secure your seat!

Class starts May 18th for Evenings and May 23rd for Weekends!

Seats will fill up fast! Contact us at 276-455-6953 or email subject VA Nail Tech Course to [email protected] to Apply!

The first cohort ends July 24th, perfect for students for the summer time!

We are having an Early Bird Special for the rest of April.

Must be at least 16. You will be eligible to sit for state boards upon completion! This is a licensed nail school. Not another worthless course!

Hannah Nail’d It yal! 🤩🤩🤩 this young lady is going places! We’re so proud of you!

I have officially completed and graduated from my nail technician school!! I have had the best time and have been taught by the best instructors! My next steps are state boards which I will be doing soon thank you all for the support and encouragement I couldn’t have done this without you! stay tuned for many great things to come!🩷🩷

Get your Nail License from a Nail School! 🤏🏽

Why should an aspiring nail tech go to a nail school instead of a cosmetology school?

💅🏽 1. You Learn Nails—Not Everything Else

In a nail school program, 100% of your training is centered on nails:
• Acrylics, gel, structured manicures
• Nail art, shaping, retention techniques
• Client experience + real salon workflow

At a cosmetology school, nails are just a small portion of the curriculum. Most of your time is spent on:
• Hair cutting, coloring, styling
• Basic skincare
• Limited nail instruction

👉🏽 Result: Nail school grads are usually way more advanced and confident with nails

📍 415 Gate City Hwy, Suite 101, Bristol, VA 24201 - 2 Seats Available - Evenings ; 4 Seats Available - Weekends - Seats filling fast! Secure yours!

📍Charlottesville, VA - Class Starts May 18th, 2026 for Evenings and May 23rd for Weekends- EARLY BIRD SPECIAL - $500 down SECURE YOUR SEAT - 12 SEATS AVAILABLE for In Person Evenings and 12 SEATS AVAILABLE for In Person Weekends

Online/Hybrid
12 SEATS Hybrid A | 12 SEATS Hybrid B

Affordable Tuition! Payment plans are available! We also accept Klarna and Affirm!