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What is the Wahl Academy?

The Wahl academy is a place where you can learn from the best in the industry, whether starting your barbering journey or looking to make the jump to advanced courses.
Whether looking to touch up your skills or network with others in the barbering world, the Wahl Academy is the place to be for hair professionals.

Academy Courses:

Why book a course at Wahl HQ:

It’s located at Wahl HQ, so you get to learn at the place where it all happens!

All the equipment required for training is provided.

Our courses are suitable for Barbers & Hairdressers of all levels.

A mix between theory and practical – learn as you go!

Learn through demonstrations, improve basic skills and develop advanced techniques.

Great amenities – Free car park, all drinks and food provided for the day.

Location: Sterling House, Clipper Close, Ramsgate, Kent CT12 5GG

can’t visit us at wahl HEADQUARTERS? WHY NOT LEARN ONLINE!

We have an online platform that can help you improve your barbering skills. Why not visit our global education platform – Our learning platform offers a wide range of online barbering courses designed to help barbers and stylists learn new techniques, refine your skills, and stay up to date with the latest industry trends.

Through on-demand videos and expert-led tutorials, study professional barbering classes on how to become an expert at your own pace from anywhere in the world. 

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Meet the Wahl Education & Artistic Team

Simon Shaw

With over 40 years in the industry Simon Shaw’s (Director of Education EMEA) wealth of experience and unique approach to education has had an invaluable impact on the hairdressing industry as he designs, develops and hosts Wahl Academy seminars & courses.

Stacey Wright

Throughout her career, Stacey has earned multiple industry accolades, headlines stages, brand campaigns, and worked behind the scenes at London, Paris, and Milan fashion weeks. she now shares her wealth of knowledge in the Wahl Style Collection Academy course debuting in 2025.

Dean Gleeson

As Lead Educator for Wahl Professional UK, Dean plays a pivotal role in shaping the next generation of barbers by providing training and guidance on the latest techniques, tools, and trends.

James Parr

Ambassador for Wahl UK, James showcases our state-of-the-art tools while leading Nashwhite’s artistic direction, continuously elevating both the salon experience and the industry.

Nick Webb

Member of the wahl artistic team, his fresh approach to education is really modern and makes all learners enjoy and get motivated for his training sessions.

Michael Damiano

Winner of ‘Barber of the Year’, ‘Hairdresser of the Year’and three times winner of ‘Afro Barber of the Year’, Michael Damiano consistently pushes the barbering boundaries. he showcases industry leading skills at global exhibitions, seminars and courses.

Michael’s unique talent has made him one of the most sought-after barbers. His success continues as he showcases energetic industry leading skills alongside the Wahl Artistic Team at global exhibitions, seminars and courses.

Morgan Jones

Through hard work and consistency, having entered the Wahl Barber of the Year competition in 2023 and becoming a Wahl Ambassador in 2024, Morgan is now the proud newest addition to the Wahl artistic team.

Morgan has spent her years building a remarkable career and reputation before opening up her own successful barbershop in the city centre of Liverpool in 2020. Morgan specialises in combining hairdressing and barbering skills to create the perfect image.

Jake Lansley

Owner of Lifestyle Barbering (Hornchurch, Essex), Jake started his career as an apprentice back in 2009, specialising in classic barbering with a modern twist.

Opening the doors to Lifestyle Barbering in 2015 opened huge opportunities such as cutting hair across Europe within the motorsport industry, musicians such as Black Eyed Peas and footballers across the country. Winning Essex barber of the year in 2018 was a great achievement and then signing a professional contract with Wahl came soon after.

Zanear Ali

Zanear is a Kurdish barber with eight years of experience in the industry and proud to be the first-ever Kurdish barber to work with Wahl. He is the co-founder of Movemen Salons, a space built on quality, creativity, and innovation. His love for fashion and hair always reflects in his work, bringing style and precision to everything he does.

His dream is to represent the Kurdish community in the best way possible and help other Kurdish barbers grow and build a strong reputation in the industry. Through hard work, education, and mentorship, he wants to inspire Kurdish barbers and show that with passion and dedication, anything is possible.

Alan Beak

With 17 years of some of the strongest barbering expertise behind him, Creative Consultant of Wahl (UK), Alan Beak, is undeniably one of the biggest names in barbering in the UK. As the Director and Co-Founder of RUGER . Alan specialises in contemporary and traditional barbering techniques including fading, layering and extensive styling, which he has delivered in over 20 countries.

Alan’s education is consistently paving the progression of the barbering industry, where he grips audiences who aspire to take their careers to similar heights to showcase his artistry across seminars, exhibitions and courses around the world, alongside the Wahl Artistic Team.

Cal Newsome

Cal Newsome, owner of Bull & Co Barber Club (located in Shropshire, England) started his career in the men’s hair industry at the age of 24, specialising in modern and classic street styles alongside fashion and male image editorial style work.

He has had success across a range of National competitions including Finalist in GBBB barber of the year 2018, Finalist in Best Photographic entry at The Modern Barber Awards, 2nd place in Wahl British Barber of The Year and most recently became the winner of the NHBF top 100 influencers. Cal has firmly cemented himself as a ‘celebrity barber’, cutting high profile clients across the football, music and television industries.