Description

Shear Genius Academy offers six comprehensive classes, giving licensed cosmetologists and current students the opportunity to further explore the art and science of hairstyling. Whether you’re refining your skills or building on your current education, Shear Genius Academy provides continuing education opportunities that ensure you learn the latest techniques to help you succeed in your career.

Classes

Color Theory 101

Date & Time: February 21, 2026 | 10:00 AM–12:00 PM
Cost: $25

Unlock the secrets of hair color with a foundational class focused on understanding how color works. Participants will explore the color wheel, pigment interaction, and tone balance while learning how to mix and adjust color to achieve consistent results. This class emphasizes practical knowledge that builds confidence and creativity.

Key Takeaways:

• Understanding the color wheel and basic color principles
• How pigments interact with hair
• Techniques for neutralizing unwanted tones
• Mixing and adjusting color for balanced results
• Tips for achieving consistent outcomes

Who Should Attend: Anyone curious about hair color fundamentals, from beginners to those refreshing their knowledge.

Color Correction Basics

Date & Time: March 21, 2026 | 10:00 AM–12:00 PM
Cost: $25

Learn how to approach common color mishaps with clarity and confidence. This class introduces the fundamentals of assessing color issues, identifying unwanted tones, and restoring balance while maintaining hair integrity.

Key Takeaways:

• Identifying common color problems
• Using the color wheel to correct tone issues
• Neutralizing unwanted hues
• Basic steps for correcting uneven or over-processed color
• Maintaining hair health during correction

Who Should Attend: Participants interested in understanding how color corrections work and how professionals problem-solve color challenges.

Mastering Blonding Techniques

Date & Time: April 18, 2026 | 10:00 AM–12:00 PM
Cost: $25

Explore the fundamentals of blonding and lightening techniques, including highlights, balayage, foilayage, and global blonde applications. This class focuses on choosing the right technique, creating natural dimension, and maintaining hair health.

Key Takeaways:

• Overview of common blonding techniques
• Differences between highlights, balayage, foilayage, and global blonde
• Creating natural-looking dimension
• Maintaining hair integrity while lightening
• Customizing blonding approaches

Who Should Attend: Anyone interested in learning how blonde looks are created and maintained.

Haircutting 101

Date & Time: May 16, 2026 | 10:00 AM–12:00 PM
Cost: $25

Build a strong foundation in haircutting fundamentals. This class introduces essential techniques such as layering, blunt cutting, and shaping classic bobs while emphasizing how head shape influences design.

Key Takeaways:

• Fundamental haircutting techniques
• Understanding head shape and design
• Creating movement and texture with layers
• Precision in blunt cuts
• Designing balanced, wearable haircuts

Who Should Attend: Beginners or anyone interested in understanding the basics of haircut structure and technique.

Razor Cutting 101

Date & Time: June 20, 2026 | 10:00 AM–12:00 PM
Cost: $25

Discover the versatility of razor cutting and how it creates softness, texture, and movement. Participants will learn safe razor handling and foundational techniques for shaping layered styles, bobs, and blunt cuts.

Key Takeaways:

• Basic razor handling and safety
• Creating soft, blended layers
• Adding movement and texture
• Shaping bobs and blunt cuts with a razor
• Adapting techniques to different hair textures

Who Should Attend: Anyone curious about modern cutting techniques and creative texture.

Clipper Cutting Mastery

Date & Time: July 18, 2026 | 10:00 AM–12:00 PM
Cost: $25

Learn the basics of clipper cutting used in short styles, fades, and clean finishes. This class introduces clipper techniques, blending, and design considerations for a variety of looks.

Key Takeaways:

• Fundamental clipper techniques
• Creating clean lines and simple fades
• Blending and texturizing with clippers
• Understanding head shape in clipper work
• Adapting clipper cuts for different styles

Who Should Attend: Participants interested in short haircuts, fades, and precision work.