Learn to Cut. Start Your Career.
An 8-week beginner course taught by the owners of Private Barbershop in Mission, BC.
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What You'll Learn
The program covers four core areas:
Tools and technique
Learn to properly hold and control clippers, scissors, and combs. Understand when and why to use each one, and how to move through a cut efficiently.
Core cutting skills
Work through the fundamentals every barber relies on: sectioning, fading, layering, graduation, and finishing. You'll learn to execute each technique cleanly and consistently.
Reading hair
Learn to identify and adapt to different hair types, textures, and densities. Not just how to cut — but how to approach a head of hair you've never seen before and know exactly where to start.
Building a complete haircut
By the end of the program you'll understand how a haircut is structured from start to finish. How to approach it, move through each stage, and finish it properly. The goal is to develop real judgment, not just memorize a handful of looks.
I had zero experience going in. By week three I was already getting comfortable with fades. The small class size makes a big difference, you actually get hands-on time and real feedback, not just watching someone else cut.
Your Educators
You're learning directly from the three owners of Private Barbershop. That means real-world insight, honest feedback, and educators who are still actively working in the industry every day.
With over 13 years in the barber industry, Dino is the founder of Private Barbershop, established in 2016. He has trained more than 20 barbers from the ground up, helping them build successful full-time careers in the industry.
Aymen is a skilled barber educator known for his versatility and ability to work with all hair types, textures, and lengths. He has trained barbers and stylists across multiple shops and salons, helping them refine their techniques and expand their skill sets.
With over 10 years of experience in the barber industry, Gibson has helped train many barbers and stylists to develop strong technical skills and build fully booked schedules.
Eight weeks. Sixteen classes. Here's what to expect
Start date
April 14, 2026. That's when the first cohort begins cutting
Class times
Tuesdays and Wednesdays from 5 to 9pm. Evening classes so you can work around your schedule
Location
Private Barbershop at 1-33192 1st Ave in Mission, British Columbia
Class size
Four to six students per cohort. Small enough to matter. Big enough to learn from peers
After the Course
You'll leave with a certificate of completion from Private Barbershop Education. We offer ongoing support and can help with placement, so you're not just handed a certificate and left to figure out the rest on your own.
Tuition
Eight weeks of instruction from the owners of Private Barbershop
FAQ
Have questions? Book a 15-minute call with one of the educators. Get your questions answered and see if the program is the right fit for you.
None. This course is built for complete beginners.
No, but in BC, no certification is required to work as a barber. The certificate demonstrates you completed a structured, professional program.
No. You'll need your own tool kit. We offer one for $600, reach out if you'd like to add it.
4 to 6. That's intentional. You get real attention and direct feedback throughout the program.
We offer ongoing support and can help with placement once you're done.
A $500 deposit is required to reserve your seat. The remaining balance will be invoiced before the course begins on April 14th.
Not ready to book a call?
Drop your email and we’ll send you everything you need to know about the course, pricing, and how to get started.
Spots Are Limited
The April cohort has room for 4 to 6 students. Once it's full, the next intake won't be until later in the year.