Tattoo Courses in South Africa
Accredited tattoo training available online and in person across South Africa.
Looking for professional tattoo training in South Africa? Whether you’re a complete beginner or an aspiring artist ready to level up, Skinart Training offers the most accessible and recognized tattoo courses in the country — with both online and in-person options.
Two Ways to Learn
- Online Tattoo Course: Self-paced, detailed video lessons, and practical assignments — start anytime, from anywhere in SA
- In-Person Tattoo Course: Hands-on training at our venues in Pretoria, Boksburg, Kuilsriver or Durban
Training Locations
- Pretoria West: Mata Gora Guest Lodge
- Boksburg: Sunwood Park Studio
- Durban: Selected Skinart Studio dates
What You’ll Learn
- ✅ Tattoo hygiene and cross-contamination safety
- ✅ Tattoo machine setup, maintenance, and tuning
- ✅ Linework, shading, color packing
- ✅ Client handling, station setup, and legal forms
- ✅ Real-world tips from seasoned professionals
Get Certified in South Africa
All courses include a recognized certificate and BBP training to help you work safely and professionally in South Africa. No apprenticeship needed — we teach you everything step-by-step.
Hear From Our SA Students
“I trained in Pretoria and was blown away. Gary is an incredible instructor — now I’m working full-time as a tattoo artist!”
— Melani R., Gauteng
“I was working in retail, and now I’ve opened my own home studio thanks to this course. Highly recommend!”
— Shane B., Durban
Meet the Lead Trainer
Gary Erskine, based in KZN, is the founder of Skinart and has opened studios across South Africa. With 23+ years in the industry, he’s trained thousands of students and built one of SA’s most trusted training academies.
Join the Next Intake
Whether you’re in Cape Town, Joburg, Durban, or a smaller town — you can become a certified tattoo artist with the help of Skinart’s trusted training.