Gorge Academy of Cosmetology and Massage

03/17/2026

Spring Time is Here, and that means it’s Pedicure Season!!! 💅 Gorge Academy is fortunate to have a large group of strong nail technology students ready to primp and polish you up!! ☎️Call to book your appointment 541-769-1144. Gorge Academy is open Tuesday through Saturday 9 AM to 6 PM at 422 E. 2nd St. in downtown historic The Dalles!

03/14/2026

Nail Program Starts March 31st…
Enrollment Deadline March 20th!

Create Yourself 🌟with a New & Rewarding Career that is Fun, Flexible & Rewarding!

Hands-on learning style focusing on Building Your Career through Salon Reality Training.
Full-time & Part-time Schedule options, and In-House Financing to make monthly payments affordable!!

👉GorgeAcademy.com
for Program Details

A career that you can go anywhere with and do anything with!! A certificate, licensure and skill where you create your own independent and flexible schedule to balance life, and adapts with your lifestyle🩵
Create Yourself at Gorge Academy!!🌟

03/07/2026

What’s in a Week at Gorge Academy….

Visit GorgeAcademy.com to see where your future can take you!! 🩵

03/07/2026

🎓 Congratulations Gorge Academy Massage Therapy Graduates!

Way to work hard, show heart and commitment to a profession built on healing and human connection. You are now stepping into a career that offers rewarding work, flexible schedules, and the independence to shape your own path.

Whether you choose a spa, a clinic, a wellness center or your own private practice, you now carry the skills and confidence to build a career that fits your life and reflects your passion.

Gorge Academy is so proud of you 🌟
Here’s to new beginnings, meaningful work, and a future full of possibilities🩵

03/04/2026

Oregon Cosmetologist
New Renewal Requirements for Bloodborne Pathogens!

All Oregon cosmetology professionals renewing a license in Hair Design, Barbering, Esthetics, Nail Technology, or Natural Hair Care must now complete annual Bloodborne Pathogens (BBP) Training as required by Senate Bill 217 (2023) and OAR 817-008-0000.

This training protects you, your clients, and our industry—and it’s now a mandatory part of your renewal.

✨ Fast, Affordable, and Fully Online
Get instant access to the full course, test, and certificate for $25 at:

👉Get Your Certification..
BloodBornePathogens Course.com

📌 What You Need to Know

• Training valid for 1 year
• Keep certificate for 5 years after renewal
• You’ll attest to having training during renewal
• The Health Licensing Office may conduct random audits, and you’ll have 30 days to provide proof if selected

Let’s keep Oregon’s beauty industry safe, compliant, and thriving.

02/19/2026

First Week at school & already Hands-In with Guests and Braiding practice on Models… “Model Instructor” ❤️
Loving the New Apprentice-Style Training with Hair Design.
GorgeAcademy.com for program details💻

Create Your Future at Gorge Academy 🩵🌟

02/17/2026

Welcome, Spring Term Hair Design Students!
We’re so happy to have you here and even more excited to kick off this season with our Hair Design Apprenticeship-Style Program officially up and running.

This crew is stepping into the industry with passion, purpose, and hands-on learning from day one — and we can’t wait to watch their skills grow. Here’s to a fresh start, new techniques, and a beautiful journey ahead.

Create Your Future at Gorge Academy🩵🌟

02/14/2026

Spa Deluxe Pedicures for $12❤️👣 for February!! Gorge Academy Alumni get Half-Off services while in school, and as Alumni too… so we are sharing our Alumni Discount with the Community for Pedicures in February! ☎️541-769-1144 to book your appointment. All services performed by students, overseen by licensed instructors at Gorge Academy. 422 E 2nd Street in downtown historic The Dalles. Add-on option of Gel Polish for $12🌟

02/08/2026

Cadaver Course Opportunity… Gorge Academy is excited to announce our partnership with University of Western States for a Hands-On Workshop on THURSDAY FEBRUARY 19th from 10am - 2pm at UWS to receive 4 CTE hours, and an opportunity of a lifetime!

This class will give you a close-up look at the anatomical structures of the human body. Giving massage therapists and medical related fields a detailed view of the anatomy you work with on a daily basis, & help to increase understanding and awareness of the relationships of these structures.
-Gain hands-on experience with human anatomy through direct observation
-Enhance your palpation skills by identifying anatomical landmarks
-Improve your ability to create effective treatment plans based on anatomical knowledge
-Better understand relationship between muscles, bones & connective tissue

Class cost is $299 per person, and registration is available on the Gorge Academy ProClinic website, listed under the ‘Classes’ Tab ... 
https://gorge-academy-proclinic.square.site

Only SIX Attendees allowed, so book soon! Thank you, Gorge Academy.

02/05/2026

Two Feets Treat at
Gorge Academy👣👣
Buy One Spa Deluxe Pedicure, and get the second Spa Deluxe Pedicure for Free!! ☎️541-769-1144

💕 February Treat for Two 💕

Step into self-care season with our Two‑for‑One Spa Deluxe Pedicure special at Gorge Academy. Buy one, get the second FREE — the perfect excuse to bring your bestie, partner, or loved one for a little pampering.

✨ Spa Deluxe Pedicure
✨ Second pedicure FREE
✨ Add gel polish for add-on cost
✨ Both services must be done at the same time
✨ No substitutes or exceptions

Availability varies based on student schedules, so booking early is encouraged. ☎️ 541‑769‑1144 to reserve your spot
All for the LOVE of Pedicures!!! ❤️

02/05/2026

💕 February Treat for Two 💕

Step into self-care season with our Two‑for‑One Spa Deluxe Pedicure special at Gorge Academy. Buy one, get the second FREE — the perfect excuse to bring your bestie, partner, or loved one for a little pampering.

✨ Spa Deluxe Pedicure
✨ Second pedicure FREE
✨ Add gel polish for add-on cost
✨ Both services must be done at the same time
✨ No substitutes or exceptions

Availability varies based on student schedules, so booking early is encouraged. ☎️ 541‑769‑1144 to reserve your spot
All for the LOVE of Pedicures!!! ❤️

02/03/2026

Thank you Winn Claybaugh for summing up what we have been trying to convey! The importance and NEED for hairdressers throughout our community!! Hair Designing is not just a trade and a skill, it’s a creative talent in a professional career, and is in High Demand!! Reason number one Gorge Academy was created in the Columbia River Gorge, was to showcase the professionalism in the Beauty Industry, and help give individuals a career of independence and reward 🌟Thank you to our community for supporting us over the last nine years! 🩵