About Us

With over 25 years of experience, Hair to Train has become New Zealand’s go-to destination for quality hairdressing and barbering education. We are renowned for producing industry-ready graduates through a curriculum that blends technical expertise, hands-on experience, and close connections to the hair and barbering industry. As part of the Vivo Group, with access to 85 salons across New Zealand, we ensure our students have unparalleled pathways to work experience and employment.

Whether you’re looking to start your journey in hairdressing or barbering or advance your skills, Hair to Train provides a supportive, high-quality learning environment designed to prepare you for a successful career.

Nationwide
reach

Established
1997

NZQA
Accreditation

Industry
Relevant

our mission & Values

Our Mission – Building the Future of Hairdressing and Barbering

At Hair to Train, we are committed to providing a holistic and boutique educational experience that embodies family values, quality instruction, and industry relevance. Our mission is to empower each student, promoting personal growth, skill development, and lifelong success in both their professional and personal lives.
I Hair to Train, e aronui ana mātou kia poipoihia tētahi taiao e aro ana ki ngā āhuatanga whānui te huarahi o te ako, e poipoi nei i ngā mātāpono o te whanaungatanga, o te kounga o ngā mahi, me te hāngai o ngā akoranga ki te ratonga. Mā te arotahi ki ngā āhuatanga o te tauira ake, ka akiakihia ngā tauira kia tupu rātou, kia whakangūngūhia o rātou pukenga whānui o te ao, i roto hoki i o rātou mahi.
  1. Family-Centered Approach
    We prioritize a supportive and nurturing environment where every student feels part of a community that values collaboration, respect and connection.
  2. Holistic Development
    Our programs go beyond technical skills, fostering academic, personal, and social growth to prepare students for success in life and work.
  3. Boutique Experience
    We provide a tailored, high-quality learning journey, meeting the unique needs of each student and ensuring personalized attention and support.
  4. Quality Delivery
    Excellence in teaching and learning is at the core of our approach, ensuring students receive the highest standard of hairdressing and barbering education and support.
  5. Student Engagement
    Active learning is a priority at Hair to Train. Our students are motivated, involved, and inspired, fostering a passion for continuous learning.
  6. Industry-Relevant Education
    Developed in collaboration with industry professionals, our programs align with current employer expectations, ensuring our students gain the skills needed for today’s hair and barbering industry.

OUr Story AND Services

Our Story
WHAT WE DO
OUR GUARANTEE

WHO WE ARE

Our journey began in 1997 at 9 Anson Street, Tauranga, as the Tauranga Hair Design Academy Ltd. Since then, Hair to Train has evolved into a leading boutique training academy located in the heart of Mount Maunganui. We provide our students with not only technical and creative hairdressing and barbering education but also a community-driven environment that fosters growth and connection.

WE STRIVE TO BE THE BEST

At Hair to Train, we pride ourselves on delivering up-to-date, industry-relevant training backed by our educators, who bring years of experience and maintain their skills by actively working in local salons and barbershops. Through strong ties to the Bay of Plenty’s top salons, we ensure our students receive an education that meets and exceeds current industry standards.

Join us as we continue our mission to transform the future of hairdressing and barbering education in New Zealand.

What We Do

At Hair to Train, our hands-on, immersive training model ensures you gain practical experience alongside theory-based learning. With our on-site commercial salon and barbershop, you’ll practice on real clients, honing essential skills in customer service, technical proficiency, and workplace readiness. Our students graduate with the confidence and experience needed to excel in top salons across New Zealand.

We proudly collaborate with the industry’s best, including partnerships with local Bay of Plenty salons, to offer relevant, high-quality education. Hair to Train exclusively uses Wella Salon Professionals products, keeping our students familiar with the high standards required in real-world salon settings.

Programs Offered:

  • Hands-on experience in our commercial salon and barbershop
  • Theory-based learning in every aspect of hairdressing and barbering
  • Training in cutting-edge techniques and current industry trends
  • Strong connections for work experience and career advancement

Let us help you shape your future in hairdressing and barbering with practical training that’s respected by New Zealand’s top employers.

 

Our Commitment to Quality and Excellence in Hairdressing Education

As your dedicated hairdressing and barbering academy, Hair to Train guarantees that you will achieve technical, practical, and creative excellence through our training programs. We are proudly registered and accredited by the New Zealand Qualifications Authority (NZQA) and offer qualifications that range from Level 1 through to Level 4, recognized by top employers nationwide and overseas.

Rated as a Category Two Provider by the NZQA, Hair to Train meets high standards of educational performance and self-assessment. You can trust that our team is committed to sharing knowledge, inspiring growth, and bringing out the best in each student in a creative, fun, and professional environment.
Contact Details
5 Totara Street,
Mount Maunganui
Tauranga

info@hairtotrain.co.nz07 578 5747
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