Retreats

Advanced Retreat

Four days of advanced artistry, portfolio work and business strategy for nail artists already working with clients.

From £3,997per person

Premium tier: £5,997 per person

10 ARTISTS · VILLA ACCOMMODATION · ALL MEALS

Villa interior at the SLX Academy advanced retreat in Marbella
WHO THIS IS FOR

The artist this retreat is built for.

You already have clients and a technique you're proud of. What you want now is concentrated time to refine it, away from back-to-back appointments.

You're thinking about pricing, positioning and the shape of your business, not only the next set. Four days of teaching gives you a plan you can actually run.

Ten artists, one villa, no noise. If you've outgrown the comment sections and want peers who take the work as seriously as you do, this is that room.

You're right for this if...
  • You're working with clients already and want dedicated time to sharpen your craft
  • You want business teaching alongside technique, not one without the other
  • You'd rather learn in a small group than a crowded room
  • You want rest and progress in the same week, not a trade-off between them

What's included

Villa accommodation

Private room in a Marbella villa, chosen for quiet, light and space to work.

Full course curriculum

Four days of technique and business teaching, tailored to the group in the room.

All meals & wellness

Chef-prepared meals, morning movement, and time built in to actually rest.

Portfolio shoot

A professional shoot of your work at the villa, ready to use across your platforms. (Premium slots only)

Guest speakers

Sessions with industry names covering brand, business and the realities of building a name in this space.

3 months free community access

Three months inside SLX Collective when you return, so the momentum from the villa keeps going.

1-1 session with Sarah

A private session focused on your work, your pricing and the next stage of your business. (Premium slots only)

Group activities

Time off the desk together: dinners, sea air and the parts of the week you remember most.

Networking

Nine other artists working at your level, and the relationships that outlast the four days.

Standard
£3,997

per person

  • Shared premium room
  • Full curriculum
  • All meals
  • Group activities
Premium
£5,997

per person

  • Private suite
  • Full curriculum
  • All meals
  • 1-1 session with Sarah
  • Portfolio shoot
The week

A day in the life

Day 1

Arrive and settle in

You arrive at the villa in the afternoon, settle into your room, and meet the group over a late lunch. The evening is slow: a welcome circle with Sarah, a first look at the week ahead, and dinner outside.

Next retreat

June 2027

Only 10 places. Reserve with a deposit.

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FAQ

Common questions

Where is the retreat held?+

The retreat takes place at a private villa in Marbella, Spain. The location is chosen for space, light, and calm. Somewhere you can focus on your craft without distraction.

What's included in the retreat price?+

Everything during the four days: villa accommodation, the full curriculum, all meals, daily wellness sessions, and a professional portfolio shoot. Flights and transfers are not included.

Do I need to be a qualified nail artist to attend?+

Yes, the retreat is designed for nail artists who already have a foundation in their technique and want to refine their work, build confidence, and leave with a clearer business direction.

What's the difference between Standard and Premium?+

Both include the full curriculum, meals, and group activities. Premium adds a private suite, a one-to-one session with Sarah, and a dedicated portfolio shoot.

How do I reserve my place?+

Reserve with a deposit, with the balance due closer to the retreat date. Only 10 places are available, so we recommend booking early.

What should I bring?+

Your own tools and brushes, a notebook, and a portfolio of recent work if you have one. A full packing list is sent once your place is confirmed.

SLX Retreats

Not a holiday with nail classes attached.

SLX Retreats bring a small group of nail artists together in a private Marbella villa for four days of technique, business, and creative reset. You leave with new skills, a considered plan for your business, and the kind of connections that reshape how you work when you get home.

Portrait of Sarah, founder of SLX Academy
From Sarah
I wanted a format that treated artists like the professionals they are. Ten people, a proper villa, real food, real rest, and the kind of teaching you can't get in a Sunday livestream. Marbella is the setting; the point is the room.
Sarah, founder of SLX Academy
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