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Bond Academy is opening its doors to beauty professionals in search of elevating their abilities and skillsets. Our classes offering advanced training in hair are designed to empower both stylists and the clients they serve.
September 15, 2026
10:00 AM
This class will be a deep dive into the fundamentals of cutting and texturizing hair.
Technical Focus:
- Elevation.
- Horizontal vs. vertical cutting lines.
- Removing weight correctly.
- Creating softness.
- Point cutting.
- Blunt cutting.
- Razor cutting.
- Texturizing shears.
- Understanding when and why to use each technique.
- How different tools change the finished result.
Theory: 10:00 AM
Models: 11:00 AM
September 15, 2026
10:00 AM
This class will be a deep dive into the fundamentals of cutting and texturizing hair.
Technical Focus:
- Elevation.
- Horizontal vs. vertical cutting lines.
- Removing weight correctly.
- Creating softness.
- Point cutting.
- Blunt cutting.
- Razor cutting.
- Texturizing shears.
- Understanding when and why to use each technique.
- How different tools change the finished result.
Theory: 10:00 AM
Models: 11:00 AM
September 15, 2026
10:00 AM
In this class, we will be training to spot the difference between classic highlights and balayage. We will speak on the language around each and how to further explain thedifference to our clients. We will also refresh sectioning and placement for both techniques.
Theory: 10:00 AM
Models: 11:00 AM
September 22, 2026
10:00 AM
This will be a salon wide advanced cutting education experience. Erica will lead a Look & Learn focused on cutting technique, approach, shape, andcreative execution. This class is separate from the regular Bond Cut & Style and Bond Color curriculum.
October 6, 2026
10:00 AM
This will be the first Cut & Style class where students work on live models.
Technical Focus:
- Long layering.
- Inversion layers.
- Face framing.
- Weight distribution
- Creating movement.
- Connecting vs. disconnecting layers.
- Consultation.
- Styling long hair.
Theory: 10:00 AM
Models: 11:00 AM
October 13, 2026
Diving into the hard conversations that we have to have with our clients. In this theory, we will go over how to navigate conversations surrounding realistic expectations and covering all bases when it comes to service versus outcome. This class will focus on the integrity of the hair and color correction scenarios.
Theory: 10:00 AM
Models: 11:00 AM
October 20, 2026
10:00 AM
This class will be entirely focused on bob cutting.
Technical Focus:
- Precision.
- Weight lines.
- Graduation.
- Elevation.
- Head shape.
- Bone structure.
- Sectioning.
- Balance.
- Perimeter control.
- Suitability during consultation.
Theory: 10:00 AM
Models: 11:00 AM
October 27, 2026
10:00 AM
All shapes above the shoulder. In this theory, we will outline different techniques for short hair, including partings, sections, and formulation.
Theory: 10:00 AM
Models: 11:00 AM
November 3, 2026
10:00 AM
The focus will be building confidence with short hair and understanding how consultation, head shape, texture, growth patterns, maintenance, and styling all become increasingly important when executing a pixie.
Theory: 10:00 AM
Models: 11:00 AM
November 10, 2026
10:00 AM
Perfecting partings and sections to allow for seamless services. Practice makes perfect.
Theory: 10:00 AM
Models: 11:00 AM
November 17, 2026
10:00 AM
The final Cut & Style class will focus on men’s haircutting, clipper work, fading, consultation, blending, and styling.
Theory: 10:00 AM
Models: 11:00 AM
November 17, 2026
10:00 AM
A theory-based class on maximizing sales with add-on services, as well as tailoring the client experience. Students will discuss how to recognize opportunities to create a more complete service for the client without making the consultation feel transactional
Topics Include:
- Add-on services.
- Building a complete color plan.
- Future service planning.
- Rebooking.
- Maintenance conversations.
- Home-care recommendations.
- Creating value through expertise.
Theory: 10:00 AM
Models: 11:00 AM
