The Dreadlock Artist Collective is a thriving community of well established Dreadlock Artists that share a valuable passion for modern day dreadlocking. Together our coaches have over 100+ years of combined experience in the professional dreadlock industry that they are absolutely thrilled to share with you!

We understand that education is not "one size fits all" and there isn't just one "cookie cutter" way to do things. Instead of pre-recorded, slow moving classes that only teach you one technique, we offer you individualized one-on-one live video and/ or in person, in salon classes utilizing multiple techniques and tools to keep you continually learning, motivated while moving forward in your career. Our coaching and classes are structured for individualized capabilities and will consistently elevate you to the next level of success at a reasonable and achievable pace.  

This foundations course will teach you everything you need to know about dreadlock assessment, creation, and implementation.

In these courses you will learn:

• Sectioning - learning how to divide the hair into sections and base areas preparing for dreadlock creation and installation. Covering pre-sectioning while focusing on the importance of brick-laying and other structured methods for optimal layout and completed design.
  
  
• Backcombing - learn to avoid common mistakes in dreadlock creation, discover how to achieve structured and even compression throughout the foundation of the dreadlock and how to recognize and correct errors, ensuring a perfect and uniform dreadlock each time.
  
  
• Hookwork - tlearn to prevent breakage when using specific dreadlocks creation tools and how to ensure that the hair is secured within the dreadlock, preventing inconsistencies and how to rectify mistakes.
  
  
• Securing attachments and base ties - learn non-damaging multipurpose thread techniques used when attaching hair, securing additions and/or assisting in extension attachment.
  
  
• Client consultations (optional) - the importance of predetermining your canvas, avoid miscommunication, and prepare yourself and your clinet for the journey that awaits! 

Once you have enrolled in the course of your choice, we will contact you with the details of materials needed to get you started! In addition, you will receive a generous gift of tools, products and other goodies from Dollylocks Organic Products!

We LOVE options! What works best for you?

OPTION 1 - Online Course
Cost is $595

This course is complied of 3 online sessions:

• 30 minute 'Ask Us Anything'
  In this session you will get to know your coach, have all of your questions answered and prep for the main course!
  
  
• 120 minute (recorded) one-on-one foundations session
  In these 2 magical hours you will learn all of the foundations of dreadlock creation; sectioning, backcombing, hookwork, and more! This session will be recorded for your learning capabilities and continued learning reference.
  
  
• 60 minute follow up session
  Before this 1 hour session you will submit a 'less than 5 minute video' of your learned practice to your coach for their review, however we will walk you through this. Your coach will assess and provide feedback of your newly learned skillset making the most of this time and optimizing your technique to the next level!
  
  

OPTION 2 - In Person, In Salon, Hands On Training
Cost is $1495/day

This course will be hands on and in person with the coach of your choice! All class curriculum will be specifically designed for 8 hours (1 day) or 16 hours (2 days) customized for you and ONLY you! We will start with mannequin work, then jump into human models! The sky's the limit! This is the fastest way to elevate your skillset and get the most of personalized education.

If you choose to travel to one of our coaches, you can find Crissa Rajczy in Philadelphia PA, Liz Kidder in Auburn NH, Mindy Sherrill in Orange County CA & Asheville NC and Nicole Grajewski in St Petersburg FL.

If you choose for one of our coaches to teach at your Salon there is a minimum of 2 days and travel fees will apply. For more information on this option please contact us with the details: info@dreadlockartistcollective.com or call 727-373-9000.