Why Many Beginners in Denver Choose Our Tattoo Courses
Thinking About Learning to Tattoo in Denver?
If you're just getting started and searching for beginner tattoo training in Denver, you're not alone. Many aspiring artists want more than videos or vague advice. They want real instruction, from real tattooers.
At Certified Tattoo Academy, our focus is on hands-on training. You’ll learn the skills that matter: safety, machine setup, linework, design thinking, and how to work with real clients.
We teach at two local studios:
Directions to Our West Denver Studio (8025 West Colfax ave)
Landmark: Just 4 minutes from the Denver Museum of Miniatures
Address: 8025 West Colfax ave Lakewood, Colorado 80214
From Denver Museum of Miniatures:
Just 4 minutes from the Denver Museum of Miniatures, Dolls & Toys (830 Kipling St, Lakewood, CO 80215) – 1.9 miles
CommonSpirit St. Anthony Hospital – 4.2 miles
Larry H. Miller Volkswagen Lakewood (8303 W Colfax Ave, Lakewood, CO 80214) – 0.2 miles
Holbrook Park, Lakewood, CO – 1.4 miles
Our studio is conveniently located right on West Colfax Avenue, close to local shops, parks, and landmarks in Lakewood.
Directions to Our South Denver Studio (3725 Drennan road)
Landmark: About 5 minutes from S Academy Blvd
Address: 3725 Drennan Road, Colorado Springs, CO 80910
From S Academy Blvd:
Head east on Drennan Road – 0.5 miles
Continue straight on Drennan Road – 1 mile
Nearby Landmarks:
Colorado Springs Airport (COS) – 3.5 miles east
Sierra High School – 2.2 miles north
Valley Hi Golf Course – 2.8 miles northwest
Our studio is conveniently located just off Drennan Road, near local neighborhoods and easily accessible from S Academy Blvd.
Why Our Courses Make Sense for Beginners
Many people get stuck before they even begin. Some can’t find a real apprenticeship. Others waste time with low-quality schools. We’re built to fix that.
What you’ll actually learn:
Sanitation and Safety: Start with what keeps your clients safe.
Machine and Needle Basics: Understand your tools from day one.
Linework and Tiny Flash Tattoos: You won’t be stuck on fake skin forever.
Design Principles: Learn how to build tattoos with intention, not just copy them.
Client Communication: Know how to talk to clients and build trust.
Classes are taught by working tattooers who know what it's like to start from zero. Our founder, Nando Mondragon, built this course around what new artists actually need.
What Happens After the Beginner Course?
We don't just hand you a certificate and wish you luck. After the beginner program, you'll have access to:
A free Future Tattooer group for continued support
Intermediate and advanced course options
Mentorship from professionals in the field
Help building your brand and starting your own shop or client base
You’ll go from zero to tattoo-ready with practical guidance the whole way through.
Why Tattoo Students in Denver Choose This Program
Built by real artists, not marketers
Taught by instructors with decades of combined tattoo experience
Focused on real practice, not just theory
No gatekeeping, no attitude
Led by Nando Mondragon, a trusted name in the Colorado tattoo scene
This is about helping people become working artists, not just passing a course.
Common Questions About Tattoo Courses in Denver
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Look for real training with feedback, hands-on work, and clear fundamentals. That’s what our Denver program delivers.
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Yes. The Online Tattoo Course includes guided lessons, assignments, and support. You can start from home and continue in person when you’re ready.
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We’re in two easy-to-reach locations. One is on East Colfax near the Bluebird Theater and Denver Museum of Nature & Science. The other is just south of I-25 near the University of Denver.
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Not necessarily. We include drawing basics in the training and help you build your art skills from the ground up.
If you're serious about becoming a tattoo artist and need a clear way forward, this program was built for you.
You can begin online from home or meet us at one of our Denver studios, whether you're in the East Colfax area or South Denver near University of Denver.
Want a place that actually teaches you how to tattoo? You're in the right spot.
Yes, but what you learn applies to all tattoos. Starting with a tiny flash helps you build strong fundamentals that translate into every style.
