Dunedin

Modern Barbering, Technical Hand On Workshop

A full-day, hands-on barbering workshop built around structure, control and a clearer understanding of modern haircutting.

Hosted by Gents Academy Co at Rascal & Rogues in Dunedin, this one-day intensive course is designed to help barbers approach modern styles with more confidence, consistency and purpose.

The workshop is based around the Gents Academy Blueprint: a structured approach to understanding the haircut before simply cutting it. Rather than relying on repetition or copying a finished image, the Blueprint helps barbers work through the fundamentals, shape, technique and mechanics behind the result.

Throughout the day, you will take part in live demonstrations, technical breakdowns and hands-on practical work designed to strengthen the way you assess, plan and execute a haircut.

Course Details

Date: Sunday 9th August
Location: Rascal & Rogues, Dunedin
Hosted by: Gents Academy Co
Format: Live demonstrations and hands-on practical education
Duration: Full-day intensive workshop
Skill level: Suitable for all levels

What You’ll Learn

The Gents Academy Blueprint

An introduction to the structured thinking behind every haircut.

You will learn how to move through the key stages of the Gents Academy approach: understanding the individual, identifying the shape required, selecting the correct technique and applying the mechanics needed to create the result with precision.

The goal is not to memorise one haircut. It is to understand a repeatable method that can be adapted across different clients, styles and hair types.

Understanding Shape

Learn how to identify and control the overall shape of a haircut instead of focusing only on fades, sections or isolated techniques.

The workshop will explore how shape influences balance, weight, movement and the final silhouette of the haircut.

Head Shape and Hair Behaviour

Develop a better understanding of how head shape, hair density, growth patterns, facial features and existing length affect the decisions you make before cutting.

These fixed factors are central to creating a result that is realistic, balanced and suited to the individual.

Structured Sectioning

Learn how clear mapping and sectioning create the framework for a more controlled haircut.

A structured sectioning approach helps define where one technique finishes and another begins, allowing you to work in a more methodical and efficient way.

Shape Control

Understand how different cutting decisions affect the vertical and horizontal shape of a haircut.

The course will introduce the principles behind building, retaining or removing weight and how these choices influence the finished style.

Technique Selection

Explore how different techniques can be used to create stronger, softer, heavier or more fluid results.

Rather than using techniques automatically, you will learn to choose them based on the shape and outcome you are trying to achieve.

Cutting Mechanics

Strengthen your understanding of the mechanics that sit behind precision cutting, including control, consistency, body position, elevation, over-direction and the accuracy of your cutting line.

These details are what turn a basic process into a deliberate and repeatable system.

Modern Barbering Application

See how the Gents Academy structure can be applied to relevant modern barbering styles.

The focus will be on understanding why the haircut works, not simply copying a step-by-step demonstration.

Hands-On Practical Work

You will apply the principles from the demonstrations through guided practical work.

The hands-on format gives you the opportunity to ask questions, correct technical habits and receive direct support throughout the day.

Who This Course Is For

• Apprentices wanting a stronger technical foundation

• Barbers who want more structure in their cutting process

• Experienced barbers looking to refine precision and consistency

• Hairdressers developing confidence in modern barbering

• Educators and shop owners wanting a clearer technical framework

• Anyone who wants to understand the reason behind the haircut, rather than simply repeat a process

What to Bring

Attendees should bring their full cutting kit, including:

• Clippers and trimmers

• Scissors

• Combs

• Sectioning clips

• Hairdryer and styling tools

• Any additional tools normally used during a technical haircut

Model or mannequin requirements will be confirmed before the course.

Why Attend

A strong haircut is not created through one technique alone.

It comes from understanding the person, the shape, the structure and the decisions that connect the entire haircut together.

This workshop is designed to help you stop guessing, build a more reliable process and approach modern barbering with greater clarity and technical control.

Please note: Mannequin stands will be provided at no additional cost. All attendees must supply their own mannequin. Mannequins can also be purchased through Gents Academy for an additional fee.