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Training Partners
UK Detailing Academy is proud to partner with some of the top brand names in the industry to deliver quality training and accreditation in the correct, efficient and safe use of products.
Flex - Flexperts Accreditation
Flex Power Tools is one of the largest manufacturers of high quality Machine polishers in the world. Their machines are by-words for professional, and from their PE14-2 rotary polisher, widely acknowledged as the best detailing rotary on the market, to their now superseded VRG 3401 innovative gear driven dual action and cordless machine range, they are the most innovative company when it comes to bringing the latest tech to the detailing machine market.
Flexperts is their professional accreditation standard, aiming to bring efficiency and technique optimisation to the professional network, and goes further than any other accreditation to demonstrate the points of safety, professionalism and finishing standards, to push it’s holders above the competition.


Colourlock Accredited Leather Technician
Colourlock, the OEM suppliers to manufacturers such as Mercedes, VW and BMW, are widely considered a world authority on leather repair and recolouring. With the amount of new vehicles fitted with leather or imitation leather at its highest ever, leather repair has become a must have skill for the accomplished detailing studio. UKDA have worked with Colourlock to create an intensive two day tutorial in all aspects of automotive leather repair, from simple bolster wear repairs, to splits, aged leather, and colour matching with their scanning tool.
The Colourlock accreditation allows holders to demonstrate their extensive training from the best in the business, coupled with the confidence of full manufacturer support and guidance on any and all issues which may arise.
Zvizzer Family
One of the most exciting and innovative manufacturers, German polishing house Zvizzer is the professional choice when it comes to pad and polish technology. UKDA have been using the system since 2019 and are factory trained to deliver this exciting range and revolutionise the way you correct and refine vehicle paintwork, both in finish and efficiency.
More than just a brand, Zvizzer create. The Thermopad system allows faultless performance for longer, with extended pad life and consistant result without heat affecting the pads, and the polish system is generally recognised as the best in the market, with the highest concentration of abrasives and oils possible in a compound system. Performance products across the refinishing industry, with solutions suitable for detailers, bodyshops and finishing lines.


Trade Association Assessment
The Professional Valeters & Detailers Trade Association (PVD) was founded in 2012 and is a not-for-profit trade association for independent car care professionals based in the UK. The lengthy accreditation process involves, among other elements, a written theory exam and two practical tests – which collectively form the PVD Assessment.
UKDA has been closely involved in developing and delivering the PVD Assessment, both from our training centre in Gloucestershire and on location around the country. We offer refresher courses for candidates who want to prepare for the assessment, as well as those who failed the assessment first time around. We also offer the assessment on a 1-to-1 basis for those who do not wish to join a group day, with a PVD representative present to invigilate.
The IDA
The International Detailing Association is a leading global association for professional detailing operators, suppliers, and consultants to the industry. The association is dedicated to promoting the value of professional detailing services, the recognition of professional detailing as a trade, and empowering detailing industry professionals at each stage in their career.
The IDA provides excellent opportunities to connect with industry peers, leading manufacturers, and other professionals. IDA events are held throughout the year across the globe.
Membership benefits include educational and professional certification programs; best practices and business tips; and access to resources and information unattainable without an international network of professional members.
Our Latest Courses
Zvizzer UK - Launch Event
New to the UK market and, we sincerely believe , a true game changer for the detailing industry. UK Detailing Academy is proud to support Zvizzer with the official launch event for the UK -…
IDA SV Assessment
International Detailing Association membership comes in three phases. The first phase is a basic membership - which is a signup on the IDA website and an annual fee. This can then immediately be followed by…
Flex Academy Machine Polishing Seminar
The Flex Academy "Flexxperts" machine skill seminar is a group event to introduce attendees to the knowledge, skills and techniques to get the most out of every style of machine polisher available from…
Level 1 Motorbike
Level One Motorbike is ideal for those just about to enter the detailing industry, or those who wish to reset, update, and refresh their skills. The aim is to familiarise the candidate with the processes…
Colourlock Colour Matching refresher 1...
UK Detailing Academy is proud to be the UK training provider for Colourlock’s Accredited Leather Technician course. As part of your repair technician training you are taught how to match leather colours. With so much…
Level 1 & 2 Intensive...
Combining two of our syllabus levels into a 5 day period, this course has been specially listed to accomodate those travelling from further afield and international detailer training. UK Detailing Academy's recommended syllabus path remains…
Enthusiast Advanced Detailing 201
Our 201 Enthusiast detailing day was created for the hyper enthusiast who wants to correct and enhance their own vehicle, rather than just care for it. If you've attended our 101 Enthusiast, you're all covered…
Advanced Machine Polishing - Professional
One Day. Advanced Machine Polishing is a course for those with a good grasp of machine work, who would like to develop their technique further to produce the high end, high efficiency finish that is…
Professional Workshop Day (Members Only)
We are delighted to announce the very first PVD x IDA detailer open workshop for all UK members of the professional trade associations. Taking place on Saturday 18th September, the aim is to provide the…
PVD Accredited
Lasts 1 day The Professional Valeters and Detailers trade association has, since 2013, promoted the values of its members as a professional body for the car care industry. Its moniker: “Skilled, Proven and Insured”, was…
2020-03-06
Introduction to Machine Polishing -...
Lasts 2 days. Machine Polishing Course (Introductory) Our introduction to machine polishing for professionals course is ideal for those professionals who have never needed to pick up a machine before, or have perhaps restricted themselves…
2020-03-06
Business and Marketing Strategy
Lasts 1 day The UKDA Marketing & Business Course is designed for owner-operator car care professionals wishing to optimise the commercial aspects of their business. It is perfect for existing or fledgling businesses who need…
2020-03-06
Paint Sanding & Flatting
Lasts 1 day Our one-day sanding and flatting course for automotive paintwork is for experienced, high end detailers looking to add to their portfolio with the ultimate refinement. Sanding is a skill which can be…
2020-05-13
Photography for Detailing - DSLR...
Getting that perfect shot of a freshly detailed car – ready to hang on a wall, add to a portfolio, or place in a vehicle history folder – is an art form in itself. Join…
2020-04-05
Social Media
Lasts 1 day. Group Event We’ve drafted in our social media expert to show you how to exploit the advertising and business generating functions of some of the largest and most popular social media platforms,…
2020-02-14
Detailing 101
Enthusiast detailer training. The perfect course for car care enthusiasts who have a passion for keeping their cherished vehicles in peak cosmetic condition, and who want to further their knowledge of detailing. The course will…
2020-03-07
Flex Flexperts
As part of Flex’s commitment to enhanced development for users of our professional tool range, Flex UK have come together with the UK Detailing Academy to deliver the Flexperts Approved Detailing Partner program. During this…
2020-03-21