The Art of Braiding: Texture and Tension
An exclusive, in-person, one-day hands-on continuing education intensive for licensed stylists and beauty professionals in NYC
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• Focus on non-toxic products and holistic hair handling techniques for textured hair, including sectioning techniques
• Hair prep for braiding and best practices for de-tangling / sectioning workflows
• Grip control and tension consistency
• Natural hair braiding foundations
• Feed-in braid extension techniques will be demonstrated using plant based non-toxic braiding hair sponsored by ReBundle
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Professional textured hair mannequin head
Rat-tail parting comb
Nontoxic braid gel for best grip & results
Printed educational materials
Certificate of completion
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Tuition: $497 per stylist
Tuition includes all class materials, mannequin head, professional supplies, live demonstrations, hands-on instruction, and individualized coaching throughout the intensive.
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What is covered in the workshop?
The Art of Braiding: Texture & Tension is a full-day, hands-on professional intensive. The course combines live demonstrations, mannequin practice, texture theory, feed-in techniques, and individualized coaching. It is explicitly designed to help you refine your form, improve your clients' experience, and expand your service offerings.
Who is this intensive designed for?
This course is ideal for licensed cosmetologists, salon teams, assistants, beauty professionals, and any working stylists seeking continuing education, confidence, and advanced competency in textured hair braiding and protective styling techniques.
When and where will the workshop take place?
Check registration links for next available event.
What should I expect from the learning environment?
The intensive is led by an experienced guide who prioritizes comfort, safety, and respect. The structure blends guided teaching moments with open exploration and space to reflect. Because connection is a core part of the process, you’ll learn just as much from the collaborative energy of the group as you will from the curriculum itself.
Do I need to bring anything with me?
Generally, we provide the primary learning materials and mannequins for practice, but we recommend bringing your preferred notebook or tablet for taking notes during the texture theory and demonstration blocks.
How do I secure my spot?
Spaces are limited to 10 spots per class to ensure individualized coaching and a supportive space for everyone. You can purchase your seat directly through the "Register" link.
About The ClassThis class is a full day, hands-on professional braiding intensive designed for stylists seeking further confidence and competency in textured hair braiding and protective styling techniques. This course combines live demonstrations, mannequin practice, texture theory, feed-in techniques, and individualized coaching to help stylists refine their form, improve client experience, and expand their service offerings.
Ideal for licensed cosmetologists, salon teams, assistants, beauty professionals, and stylists seeking continuing education and confidence in textured hair braiding and protective styling techniques.
I blend guided moments, open exploration, and space to reflect—so the experience feels both focused and fluid.
❋ Intentional StructureConnection is a core part of the process. You’ll learn just as much from the group as from the content itself.
❋ Collaborative EnergyLed by an experienced guide who know how to hold space, encourage participation, and keep things moving with purpose.
❋ Expert FacilitationOur events prioritize comfort, safety, and respect—so you can show up as you are and fully engage in the process.
❋ A Supportive SpaceClass Schedule
10:00 AM EST
MORNING SESSION
Welcome, texture theory, scalp safety, consultation, ergonomics
Hair prep, blowdry/stretching methods, product knowledge
Natural hair braiding demonstration (mannequin / live model)
Hands-on lab with instructor correction
Lunch break
Lunch will be provided. Please let us know if there are any dietary restrictions.
1:00 PM EST
AFTERNOON SESSION
Feed-in braiding demonstration and extension handling
Hands-on Lab 2 with individualized coaching
Live model demonstration and finishing techniques
5:15 – 6:00 PM Q&A, photography, review/wrap up talk:
Included Student Kit:
• Professional textured hair mannequin head
• Rat-tail parting comb
• Nontoxic braid gel for vest grip & results
• Non toxic braiding hair for practice at home, provided by REBUNDLE
• Printed educational materials
• Certificate of completion