Cutting Afros, Curls & Coils
Monday 20th October 2025
Service Description
Gain the skills and confidence to cut and style afro, curly, and coily hair with precision and care. This course bridges the gap between cutting straight hair and textured hair, teaching you how to adapt shapes and techniques to suit a variety of curl types. Perfect for stylists eager to master the art of working with textured hair, this class will leave you equipped to create beautiful, personalised styles for every client. What You’ll Learn Shape Translation: Understand how the principles of cutting shapes for straight hair apply to afro, curly, and coily hair. Approach to Cutting: Learn when to cut wet, dry, or a mix of both to achieve the best results. Tension Mastery: Understand how to work with different levels of tension to maintain the integrity of curls. Shape Techniques: Discover how square, circular, and triangular shapes translate into textured haircuts. Client Communication: Master consultations with textured hair clients, focusing on the dos and don’ts of effective communication. Curl Types: Learn to identify and adapt your techniques to suit different curl patterns. Cutting Principles Guide: Includes a detailed guide on the principles of cutting curly hair to support your learning. Drying Techniques: What products to use and how to dry curls, coils and afros for a liveable result Course Format Morning Session (10:00 AM - 12:30 PM): Watch live demonstrations of three different looks by expert educators Joe, Melissa, and Sara. Afternoon Session (1:30 PM - 4:30 PM): Practice hands-on cutting on mannequin heads with personalised guidance from the educators. Ticket Options Full Day Ticket (£330): Includes both AM and PM sessions, cutting guides, and a goody bag. Look & Learn Ticket (£130): Access to the AM session only, plus cutting guides and a goody bag. Additional Options Bring your own model or curly-haired mannequin: Free We supply a curly-haired mannequin: £115 Limited Spaces Available: To ensure personalised guidance, this course is capped at 15 participants. Unlock the secrets to cutting and styling textured hair with confidence! Secure your spot today and join us for a full day of education, inspiration, and hands-on experience. Spaces are limited, so book now to avoid disappointment!
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Contact Details
Wella Studio Manchester, King Street, Manchester M2 4WQ, UK