Want To Be A Part Of
Fashion Week?

 

Explore the latest trends and skills in runway styling with UNITE’s Creative Director, Gary Baker. This intensive training will prepare you with the knowledge and creative techniques that you need to join the team. You're guaranteed a place on the UNITE backstage team for the upcoming Fashion Week season!

June 30th & July 1st 2025

*If a booking is canceled within one month of the scheduled start date, no refunds will be issued. Additionally, the salon will not have the option to transfer to a different course.

Curl & Texture Cutting with Natasha Parker

 

Join us at Laceys Studio on Monday February 24th 2025 for an interactive and informative day learning Curl & Texture Cutting with Natasha Parker.

Natasha Parker is the owner and Styling Director of Asembo in Stamford, a hair and beauty business renowned for its expertise in all areas of colours and cuts. With over 25 years of experience in the industry, Natasha has built a reputation as a trusted and talented stylist. Specialising in curly cuts, colour, and styling, she is passionate about helping clients embrace and enhance their natural texture, creating personalised looks that celebrate individuality and beauty.

This course will provide you with a well-rounded education in working with Curly and Textured hair, ensuring you can offer your clients the best possible service. It covers everything from cutting and styling to care and maintenance, making you a versatile and skilled hairstylist.

What you’ll learn:

  • Core Techniques

    • Hair pattern assessment
    • Client consultation
    • Blending & finishing
  • Cutting Techniques & Skills

    • Freehand cutting
    • Dry curl by curl cutting
  • Maintenance and Care

    • Product recommendation
    • Protection
    • Aftercare advice
  • Business Skills

    • Marketing & branding
    • Customer retention
    • Service pricing

What to bring: Your combs, scissors, brushes, hairdryer and diffusers.

Cost: £190 +VAT

Venue: Laceys Studio, Reading

Timing: Coffee from 9.30am ready for 10am start. Approx. 5pm finish

Food: Lunch and refreshments included

*If a booking is canceled within one month of the scheduled start date, no refunds will be issued. Additionally, the salon will not have the option to transfer to a different course.

Do Something Different In Your Salon Today

 

Join our business course on Monday 3rd March 2025 when Steve will help you develop the future of your salon.

About Steve Hilliard - A successful salon owner and experienced salon business coach, Steve Hilliard has identified all the key numbers to guarantee business growth, he’s effectively coached an abundance of salon owners into profitability and is a successful author of the book ‘Do Something Different in your Salon Today’ which is now in its 5th reprint.

This course offers actionable ways to motivate staff, improve profitability, and introduces Steve's exclusive Wage Calculator. The calculator combines service and retail into one performance metric, tailored to any commission structure.

What You'll Learn:

  • Addressing the upcoming minimum wage increases
  • Budgeting strategies for a sustainable 2025
  • Motivating the team
  • Pricing structure
  • Increasing retailing
  • Increasing client numbers
  • Upselling retail/treatments
  • Increasing annual turnover in turn increasing profit

 

Date: Monday 3rd March 2025

Time: 10am - 5pm

Location: Laceys Studio, Reading

*If a booking is canceled within one month of the scheduled start date, no refunds will be issued. Additionally, the salon will not have the option to transfer to a different course.

Trending Colour Techniques

 

Join us at Laceys Studio on Monday March 10th 2025 for an interactive and informative day learning Trending Colour Techniques with Dan Spiller.

Introducing British Hairdressing Awards ‘Colour Technician of the Year’ 2022, Marc Antoni Color Expert, Art Director Marc Antoni Fleet Salon, and JOICO EMEA Ambassador. Talented in cutting, styling, and coloring, Dan’s style of education is informative, fun and interactive – always thinking about color and how it can enhance his work and the world. As a renowned trend leader who’s constantly creating and learning new techniques, Dan always encourages his students to think of the big picture; how a cut and color will complement each other to create a look that transcends the ordinary to the extraordinary!

This course will provide you with the skills and knowledge to create stunning, trendsetting hair colours that cater to a variety of styles and preferences.

What you’ll learn:

  • Client Consultation

    • Consultation Techniques
    • Pre-Treatment Assessments
    • Post-Treatment Care
  • Customisation and Personalisation

    • Personalised Colour Mixing
    • Face-Framing Highlights
  • Colour Trends and Inspirations

    • Natural and Earthy Tones
    • Warm Tones and Ginger Spice
  • Innovative Application Techniques

    • Reverse Balayage
    • Gloss Smudging
    • 3D Hair Colour

What to bring: Your combs, brushes, hairdryer and electrical tools.

Cost: £200 +VAT

Venue: Laceys Studio, Reading

Timing: Coffee from 9.30am ready for 10am start. Approx. 5pm finish

Food: Lunch and refreshments included

*If a booking is canceled within one month of the scheduled start date, no refunds will be issued. Additionally, the salon will not have the option to transfer to a different course.

Blonde Ambition - Look & Learn

Join us at Laceys Studio on Monday 19th May 2025 for a look & learn session with Joico UK Blonde Ambassador Lea Shaw.

What To Expect...

  • Look & learn session
  • Learn blonde techniques using the NEW Blonde Life products
  • Tips and tricks

About Lea Shaw - With over 22 years hairdressing experience, colouring and restyles are her forte! Working on Fashion Weeks across Europe and winner of The Fellowship for British Hairdressing Colour Project, Lea's experience and skill range are wide and varied!

Date: Monday 19th May 2025

Time: 10am - 4pm

Location: Laceys Studio, Reading

Cost: £90 +VAT

Food: Lunch and refreshments included

Cutting Techniques

Join us at Laceys Studio on Monday 23rd June 2025 for an interactive and informative day learning how to master the bob cut with Marcus Giamattei.

The inspirational Giamattei family have been at the forefront of creative and commercial
hairdressing for six decades and Marcus continues to contribute to this legacy. An award-winning hairdresser in his own right, Marcus’ style is modern, classic and beautiful, which is reflected in his salon, at shows and in his photographic work.
Alongside running a busy salon and educating well beyond his own team, Marcus has earned an international reputation as one of the UK’s leading barbers. In 2021, he won ‘Southern Hairdresser of the Year’ at the British Hairdressing Awards, continuing to reaffirm his strength and talent within the industry.

A bob cutting course will equip you with a versatile skill set, enabling you to create various bob styles tailored to individual client needs. You'll leave the course confident in your ability to execute precise, fashionable bobs that enhance your clients' features and personalities.

What you’ll learn:

  • Client Consultation & Suitability

    • Face Shape Analysis
    • Hair Type Consideration
    • Lifestyle and Maintenance
  • Sectioning and Parting

    • Precision Sectioning
    • Creating Guides
  • Fundamental Cutting Techniques

    • Blunt Cut
    • Graduation and Stacking
    • Texturizing and Thinning
  • Wrap-Drying and Styling

    • Blow-Drying Techniques
    • Styling Products
    • Finishing Touches
  • Advanced Techniques

    • Precision Cutting with Clippers
    • Razor Cutting

What to bring: Your scissors, combs, brushes, hairdryer and electrical tools.

Cost: £180 +VAT

Venue: Laceys Studio, Reading

Timing: Coffee from 9.30am ready for 10am start. Approx. 5pm finish

Food: Lunch and refreshments included

 

Blonde Ambition - Hands On

 

Join us at Laceys Studio on Monday 29th September 2025 for a look & learn session with Joico UK Blonde Ambassador Lea Shaw.

What To Expect...

  • Look & learn session
  • Learn NEW signature blonde technique using the NEW Blonde Life products
  • Tips and tricks

About Lea Shaw - With over 22 years hairdressing experience, colouring and restyles are her forte! Working on Fashion Weeks across Europe and winner of The Fellowship for British Hairdressing Colour Project, Lea's experience and skill range are wide and varied!

Date: Monday 29th September 2025

Time: 10am - 4pm

Location: Laceys Studio, Reading

What to bring: Your combs, brushes, hairdryer and electrical tools.

Cost: £180 +VAT

Food: Lunch and refreshments included

JOICO Color Excellence Program
10 dates throughout 2025/26

 

This elite, intensive program is a full-blown experience that will not only deepen your fundamental knowledge about hair but will also push your boundaries and challenge you to achieve dazzling Color results! It’s your springboard to further establish your reputation as a Color authority and increase sales.

Are you ready to Color with all the crayons?

Cost: £2,650 +VAT (installments available)

Venue: Laceys Studio, Reading

*If a booking is canceled within one month of the scheduled start date, no refunds will be issued. Additionally, the salon will not have the option to transfer to a different course.

Dates

Day One - Monday 12th May
Day Two - Monday 9th June
Day Three - Monday 14th July
Day Four - Monday 8th September
Day Five - Monday 6th October
 
Day Six - 3rd November
Day Seven - Monday 12th January
Day Eight and Nine - Monday 9th and Tuesday 10th February
Day Ten - Monday 9th March

Who is this program for?

  • JOICO hairdressers/colorists who want to Color with confidence & reach the next level
  • JOICO salons that want to be the go-to Color salon in their region & increase their market
  • JOICO salon owners who want to invest in and upskill their hairdressers/colorists
  • Ambitious hairdressers/ colorists who want to be a part of a group of like-minded experts

Program content

There are 5 different modules that are spread over 10 days throughout the year. Here’s a sneak peek of what you can expect…

  • JOICO Color Excellence Module 1: the Foundation - introduction to JOICOLOR
  • JOICO Color Excellence Module 2: Mastering the JOICOLOR Pillars
  • JOICO Color Excellence Module 3: Beyond the boundaries – confident corrections
  • JOICO Color Excellence Module 4: The foundation for creative Color creations
  • JOICO Color Excellence Module 5: Graduation Day!

And it doesn’t stop here! Once you have graduated, there will be additional follow-up programs at your fingertips. This is your opportunity to get insider access, be in the know and get brilliant tips & tricks!

Studio Sessions

BESPOKE SESSIONS in your salon with Laceys Education Team

Laceys Educators have a wealth of knowledge and love to transfer their expertise.
 

We work with only the best quality brands at Laceys and our Educators know hairdressing and colour inside and out – click here to see their credentials. We look forward to spending time with you!

What session would be suitable for my salon?

Laceys believe educational sessions should always benefit your business. Have a chat with your Laceys Account Manager about your business goals. They’ll liaise with our educators and working together, we’ll come up with a plan to support you.

How do I qualify for In-Salon Sessions?

In-Salon Sessions depend on your business plan, your Laceys Account Manager will discuss with you and if you have any questions please do contact them.

What do I need to organise?

Depending on the type of training, your Laceys Educator will talk you through how to pre-plan for your bespoke In-Salon Session.

Invite Only & Completed Courses

Red Carpet Styling

 

November 11th 2024

(Completed)

Blonde Ambition

 

October 21st 2024

(Completed)

Blonde Ambition Look & Learn

 

 

July 8th 2024

(Completed)

Runway Ready

 

June 17th & 18th 2024

(Completed)

SAGA HAUS Social Media 101

 

April 22nd 2024

(Completed)

Afro & Textured Hair

 

 

February 5th 2024

(Completed)

 

Runway Ready

 

 

January 2nd & 3rd 2024

(Completed)

 

Colour Excellence

 

2024

(Completed)