Gents Academy Advanced Precision Cutting 

• Designed for barbers beyond basic competency

  Built for those ready to elevate precision, structure, and technical control.

• Ideal for intermediate barbers

  Strengthen core techniques and sharpen structural understanding.

• Perfect for advanced practitioners

  Fine-tune precision cutting, clean execution, and technical decision-making.

• Suited to experienced professionals & leaders

  Ideal for barbers stepping into mentorship, education, or leadership roles.

• Emphasis on mastery, not introduction

  Advanced techniques and deeper insights to clearly distinguish your work.

• Clear prerequisite

  Solid foundational skills required.

   

  *Not suitable for beginners or apprentices.

• Advanced sectioning and elevation control

• Weight distribution and shape integrity

• Precision lines vs soft structure

• Controlled disconnection and graduation

• Understanding how small adjustments affect final outcome

• Cutting with intention, not correction

• Creating repeatable, high-quality results across clients

Every technique taught is practical, modern, and usable immediately in the barbershop.

What You’ll Learn

By the end of the course, you will have:

• A stronger technical understanding of precision haircutting

• Improved scissor control, confidence, and efficiency

• The ability to create cleaner, longer-lasting shapes

• Greater consistency across different head shapes and hair types

• A clearer cutting process you can rely on under pressure

• Elevated technical confidence behind the chair

This course is designed to future-proof your skillset, not follow trends.

Course Structure

• Live technical demonstrations

• In-depth breakdown of each technique

• Hands-on practical cutting

• Educator feedback and guidance

• Open discussion around technique, problem-solving, and refinement

Small group format ensures quality instruction and real learning, not rushed demos.

Why Queenstown?

Queenstown offers the perfect setting to step away from the day-to-day, reset your mindset, and immerse yourself in education.

Many attendees use this course as a skill-focused working retreat, combining education with inspiration, travel, and personal growth.

Prerequisites

To attend this course, you should:

• Have completed a foundational or precision cutting course

• Be confident with scissor handling and sectioning

• Have regular hands-on cutting experience

If you’re unsure whether this course is right for your level, feel free to reach out before booking.

FAQs

Is this a follow-on from the Precision Cutting Course?
Yes, this course is designed as the next step for barbers who already understand precision fundamentals.

Will fades or clipper work be covered?
No. This course focuses on advanced scissor work and structure only.

Is this hands-on or look & learn?
This is a hands-on technical workshop.

Do I need to bring tools?
Yes, a full scissor kit and cutting tools are required. A full list will be emailed after booking.

Will I receive a certificate?
Yes, all attendees receive a Gents Academy Certificate of Completion.

Is this suitable for shop owners?
Absolutely, especially owners leading by example or setting cutting standards for their team.

What You’ll Take Back to the Shop

• Sharper technical execution

• Cleaner, more controlled results

• A stronger cutting framework

• Increased confidence with demanding clients

• Skills that translate directly into higher-quality work

This course is about mastery, not speed.