Microblading Training
for San Diego Students
AMA Academy now trains every student at our flagship Houston, TX campus — the same hands-on, 2-day certification that built America's most recognized PMU brand. San Diego students receive a $500 travel credit reimbursed on Day 1 of class.
All AMA classes are now held in Houston, Texas
Starting 2026, AMA Academy has consolidated every certification course at our flagship Houston Training Center. To make travel from San Diego as easy as possible, we offer every out-of-town student a $500 travel credit, reimbursed on the first day of class.
Reimbursed on Day 1
SAN → Houston (IAH)
Then fly home certified
The reasons San Diego artists
choose to train in Houston
AMA Academy is the most recognized PMU training brand in America. Here's why thousands of artists from California and beyond travel to Houston for their certification.
Master Instructor Lily Thien
Train directly with AMA's founder — a certified Microblading Master, licensed esthetician instructor (State of Texas), and the artist who set the standard for hair-stroke brows in the US.
America's Most Recognized PMU Academy
5,000+ certified artists, featured in Medium, US Insider, Top Rated Local, and BBB. When your certificate says AMA, clients and employers recognize it.
$500 Travel Credit for San Diego Students
Out-of-town students receive a $500 reimbursement on the first day of class — designed to offset flights, hotels, and Uber rides for San Diego-area artists.
Lifetime Support & Free Retakes
After your 2 days in Houston, you keep access to AMA's master instructors for life — plus retake any future class free of charge. The training never really ends.
Next 2-Day Microblading
certifications in Houston
Pick a date that works for your travel schedule. Each class runs 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM both days.
2-Day Microblading Certification
June 6–7, 2026 — Houston, TX — 9 AM–5 PM
2-Day Microblading Certification
September 12–13, 2026 — Houston, TX — 9 AM–5 PM
2-Day Microblading Certification
October 10–11, 2026 — Houston, TX — 9 AM–5 PM
Easy travel from San Diego
to AMA Houston
We've made it simple for San Diego students to train at our flagship campus. Here's what to expect.
Flight Time
Direct flights from SAN to Houston Bush Intercontinental (IAH) or Hobby (HOU)
Travel Credit
Reimbursed on Day 1 of class — designed to offset flight + hotel for San Diego students
Stay
Multiple hotels within 10 minutes of our training center — we'll send recommendations with your welcome packet
Total Time Away
Fly in evening before, train Day 1, train Day 2, fly home the next morning — certified
Students who traveled to AMA
"I just want to say thank you to Lily Thien and Kristine Le for all of their hard work and professionalism. Their organization and level of skill was at a 10 out of 10."
"For anyone who is contemplating on taking a Microblading class — look no further. This team of women is very welcoming, and they actually teach you. It's hands-on, one-on-one, and they're all very knowledgeable."
"I was so impressed by the work that consistently comes out of AMA. The artistry is amazing. The brows are so natural — the shaping they teach is flawless. I can't recommend their academy enough."
Everything San Diego students get
When you enroll at AMA Houston, your tuition includes everything below — with a $500 travel credit to make the trip from San Diego feel like a non-issue.
Houston Microblading Training
after $500 travel credit reimbursed Day 1
San Diego student questions
Why are all classes in Houston now?
How does the $500 travel credit work?
How long is the flight from San Diego?
Where should I stay in Houston?
What's the cost?
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When will I receive my certification?
What if I'm a complete beginner?
How do I register?
Your AMA career starts
with one flight from San Diego
Two days in Houston, $500 back in your pocket, $900 kit in hand, and a place in AMA's 5,000+ certified artist network. Reserve your seat today.
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