Understand the technique
Explore length, shape and blends. See how different choices change a haircut’s silhouette and how to build a cohesive result.

Learn the craft with attention to technique, creativity and your own style.
Enquire about joiningWant to learn barbering or develop your technique? At Men’s Concept Academy, you work on cutting, shape and finishing. Discuss your experience and learning goals with us to find the options that suit you.

Barber & instructor
Learning to cut well starts with learning to look. At the shape of a haircut, the direction of the hair and the person in the chair. Alex guides you in paying attention to both the whole and the details.
At the Academy, it’s about understanding what you do. By asking questions, practising and looking critically at your work, you develop your own craftsmanship.
Discuss your ambitionBarbering brings technique and creativity together. The Academy focuses on developing both: observing carefully, working with care and constantly refining your skills.
Explore length, shape and blends. See how different choices change a haircut’s silhouette and how to build a cohesive result.
From the first section to the final contour, learn to assess your work critically. Small differences in balance and finish give a haircut its character.
A good barber listens too. Understanding a client’s wishes, discussing options and giving clear advice are part of the craft you want to develop.

Assessing a haircut, building a blend and finishing carefully take practice and attention. At the Academy, you learn to make choices while cutting and critically assess the result. Get in touch to discuss content, dates and costs.
Enquire about joiningTell us where you are now and what you want to learn. Whether you’re exploring the craft or building on your skills, get in touch to discuss the options that suit your goals.
Ask us directly about the current options. You can discuss the content, dates and costs before deciding.
Use the contact form and mention your interest in the Academy. Briefly describe your experience and ambitions so we can help you find the right direction.
Perfectionists, timeless style. At Men’s Concept, the men’s barber in Heerhugowaard and Schagen, we don’t just refine haircuts: we shape a lifestyle. Experience craftsmanship and tradition in every cut.