When They Copy, We Know We’re Doing It Right A Message from Élever Tattoo Training

At Élever Tattoo Training, we’ve always focused on leading from the front — creating high-impact, professional tattoo and piercing training that changes lives, sets new industry standards, and actually delivers on the promises others only talk about.

So when we discovered that not one but two tattoo training providers had recently posed as a students to gain access to our training materials, program structure, and apprenticeship offering… we weren’t surprised — just disappointed.

Yes, these academy’s registered under false pretences, joined our program, and just days ago launched their own version of what we’ve spent years building. While the imitation might be flattering to some, we see it for what it is …..a shortcut attempt to replicate a program that was created through real industry experience, hard work, and a deep understanding of the craft.

Here’s What Sets Élever Apart:

• We are the first and only tattoo training academy that offers genuine apprenticeship placements — not just certificates and a pat on the back. Ask any of our previous graduates

• Our training program is built from the ground up, by professionals, for professionals in the making. It’s not recycled content, and it’s not guesswork.

• What others are now offering are simply outdated or secondhand versions of what we originally created. And we can say that with 100% conviction.

We’ve had ex-students go on to open successful studios. We’ve placed learners into real apprenticeships. And we’ve watched individuals from all walks of life build solid careers because they chose training with integrity.

Our Response?

We’re not here to start drama. We’re here to remind everyone — especially future students — to ask the important questions:

• Who created your course?

• Can they place you in a real apprenticeship?

• Which Tattoo studios will you be placed in?

• Is Alan Lofts or Sunny Singh the instructors?

• Are they respected in the industry, or just watching from the sidelines?

Because in this industry, credibility matters. And cutting corners might get you a launch date, but it won’t get you legacy.

We will continue to lead with originality, professionalism, and a commitment to our students’ long-term success. We thank our incredible community — from artists to apprentices — who support Élever and recognise the difference between the real and the replicated.

Let’s keep raising the bar.

With respect (and a bit of cheek),

The Élever Team