THE PIERCINGS CLUB
Meet the Team
A talented team of piercers. Two San Diego studios. One commitment — making every piercing experience safe, comfortable, and fun.
FOUNDER & OWNER
Rafaela Amaral
I started The Piercings Club because I believe everyone deserves a piercing experience that feels safe, beautiful, and genuinely enjoyable.
As a mom myself, I know how much trust it takes to choose where your child’s first piercing happens, and that trust shapes every standard in our studios.
I built this team with intention, from the implant-grade jewelry we carry to the way our piercers are trained. Meet the people I trust with every client who walks through our doors.
Natalie
PIERCER - BAY PARK STUDIO
Natalie started at The Piercings Club as an apprentice in 2022 and quickly became one of our most requested piercers.
She's known for her impeccable attention to detail, an artistic eye for jewelry placement, and a personality that instantly puts you at ease.
Whether it's your very first piercing or you're adding to a curated ear, Natalie makes sure every visit feels personal and fun.
Ana
PIERCER - LA JOLLA & BAY PARK STUDIO
Ana brings the energy. With over five years of piercing experience, she can handle everything from a simple lobe to the most intricate setups — and she genuinely gets excited about every single one. Her goal is to make sure every client walks out smiling, and her warm, attentive approach makes even the most nervous first-timers feel completely at home. If you want someone who's just as hyped about your new piercing as you are, Ana's your person.
Bianca
PIERCER - BAY PARK STUDIO
Bianca is the calm in the room. Her patient, steady presence makes her a perfect fit for clients who want a relaxed, pressure-free experience. She has a deep passion for gold jewelry and loves helping clients find pieces that feel special and personal. If you're looking for someone who'll take their time, answer all your questions, and make sure everything is exactly right, Bianca is your go-to.
Karla
PIERCER - BAY PARK STUDIO
Karla has been piercing for five years, and she's had almost every piercing done on herself, so she knows exactly how it feels to sit in the chair. She loves making her clients feel safe and comfortable, and being part of how they express themselves. Karla is also one of our baby-piercing specialists: gentle, patient and calm with little ones. Outside the studio, she's a full-time mom who loves thrifting and collecting antiques.
Sophie
APPRENTICE - LA JOLLA & BAY PARK STUDIO
Sophie is our apprentice, learning the craft with our team. She fell in love with piercing because it lets us add little pieces of permanent art to our bodies. Her favorite part so far is seeing how happy clients are once their new piercing is done. Outside the studio, you'll find her at concerts and shows, right in the pit.