Badass Tattoo Academy Course Structure: Your First Serious Step into Tattooing

Our complete course introduces you to tattooing whether you are a beginner or already have limited experience. Essential theory is combined with intensive guided practice in a professional learning environment. Experienced trainers support your progress step by step and remain available after graduation.

Day 1: Introduction to Tattooing

• Machines and equipment: Learn how to choose, prepare and use the essential tools correctly.
• Hygiene and safety: Understand the rules required for a clean and responsible working environment.
• Stencils: Build reliable habits for accurate, durable transfers.
• Practical exercises: Create custom stencils suited to your current level.

Days 2-3: Round Liner and Round Shader Fundamentals

• Round Liner technique: Clear lines, fine details and dotwork fundamentals.
• Round Shader technique: Soft shading, brush shading and consistent fills.
• Practice: Exercises on high-quality synthetic skin that provide a realistic surface for controlled practice.

Day 4: Working with Magnum and Round Magnum

• Shading and coverage: Learn how to build smooth transitions and consistent coverage across larger areas.
• Natural textures: Develop brush-shading control for more complex effects.
• Advanced exercises: Work on detailed designs with direct trainer guidance.

Day 5: The “3RL Only” Technique

• Single-needle design: Create semi-realistic work using a 3RL needle.
• Advanced transfers: Prepare accurate stencils for more complex tattoos.
• Practice: Custom designs that develop creativity and precision.

Day 6: First Steps in Realism and Colour

• Introducing colour: Choose colour palettes and practise controlled transitions.
• Dilutions and shading: Learn how to create believable dimensional effects.
• Practice: Synthetic-skin exercises focused on detail and colour control.

Day 7: Review and Preparation for Real Models

• Combining techniques: Apply what you have learned to complete a full design.
• Preparing for real skin: Prepare equipment correctly and understand responsible client interaction.
• Practice: Exercises designed to refine your process before real-model practice.

Days 8-10: Tattoos on Real Models

• Practical application: Complete tattoos on real models in a professional studio environment.
• Personalised feedback: Trainers guide you throughout the process and help you solve each challenge responsibly.

Benefits for Badass Tattoo Academy Graduates

• Continued support: Our trainers remain available after graduation with practical guidance for your next steps.
• Equipment discounts: Access discounts of up to 40% from selected suppliers such as Kwadron and Emalla.
• Professional materials: Quality consumables and equipment are provided during the course.

Why Choose Badass Tattoo Academy?

1. Structured learning: Guided training helps you avoid common self-taught mistakes and progress with a clearer process.
2. Realistic practice: Work on both high-quality synthetic skin and real models.
3. Professional resources: Benefit from supplier discounts and professional resources that support a responsible start.

Reserve your place and begin your tattoo training with a course built around guided, responsible practice.