Courage In Cutting

2-day course

With Daniel Granger

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Receive a FREE Akito Scissors goodie bag

Receive a FREE Akito Scissors goodie bag

Complete 6 cuts over 2-days while on the course

Complete 6 cuts over 2-days while on the course

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Digital certificate to post on your social channels

The Courage In Cutting course is designed with the salon hairdresser in mind. Build your confidence around navigating the perfect consultation, mapping of a haircut, full understanding of the techniques, including layers, graduations and how to cut the perfect line. There will be tips and tricks for creating the perfect hair cut for any face shape, the do’s and don’ts when cutting hair. Not only will you gain courage in cutting, but also a wealth of knowledge for creating a column of clients that love their hairstyle time and time again.

What you’ll do on the course

Courage In Cutting - Day 1

  • 10am Meet and greet

    As you arrive, our Master of Ceremony will welcome you to the Perfectionists. With a big smile they’ll guide you to your seat, provide you refreshments and a space for your tools.

  • 10:15am Course overview

    Now you’ve settled in, Daniel Granger will present the brief to your group. He’ll go over what you’ll expect to learn and how you’ll learn it. Daniel is a very experienced educator and he’ll ensure every part of your day is fun. All you need to do now is get ready to gain courage in cutting.

  • 10:30am The perfect graduated bob

    Daniel will take you through the theory of creating the perfect graduated bob. You’ll learn the basics of line, layer and graduation and how to master them. As he leads the line, this technical demo is followed by a practical finish.

  • 1pm Lunch at the award-winning Nuovo

    Enjoy the finest Italian cuisine at our on-site restaurant with your group. This is a perfect time to network and share  your passions with your fellow hairdressers

  • 2pm Different types of graduation

    Working across a variety of hair lengths, Daniel teaches you the why, including placement of graduation, how adjusting your elevation or angle can create a different outcome, and much more. To finish, you’ll perfect these techniques with a practical.

  • 5pm Finish day 1

    To end the day, Daniel will provide you with some fun homework to get your creative juices flowing.

Courage In Cutting - Day 2

  • 10am Meet and greet

    By your second day you’ll have settled in and acquainted with your group. Our Master of Ceremony will meet and greet you again, as you look forward to another day of high energy and educational fun.

  • 10:30am Long to short redesigns

    In your first task of day 2, Daniel will help you understand how to navigate a redesign of a haircut. You will be provided a consultation look-book with the most on-trend salon looks. The haircut will be chosen by the group and Daniel will demonstrate the how-to to the group.

  • 1pm Lunch at the award-winning Nuovo

    Enjoy the finest Italian cuisine at our on-site restaurant with your group. This is a perfect time to network and share your passions with your fellow hairdressers.

  • 2pm Show your courage

    With all of the techniques you’ve learnt over the last 2-days, Daniel will guide and help you throughout a practical task, to create your own signature look.

  • 5pm Finish day 2

    To end the day, Daniel encourages you to present your look to the rest of the group. This will be your time to shine and the perfect opportunity to overcome your fears. By the end of the course, you’ll know how to sell your looks to your clients.

What's included?
  • Mannequin heads and stands
  • Water spray and hair products
  • Workbook and pencils
  • All-day refreshments and snacks
  • Lunch at Nuovo
Must haves
  • Scissors
  • Flat clips
  • Cutting comb (large and small)
  • Hairdryer, straighteners and nozzle
  • Your set of brushes

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Our venue

104b Abington St
Northampton NN1 2BP

Available 7-days a week

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