Forever Curls Academy

Forever Curls Academy

2024 Offering

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The Forever Curls Academy, founded by Leysa Carrillo, Textured Hair Influencer of the Year, is a comprehensive and advanced curriculum that transforms stylists into experts in curly hair.

become a curl expert
Leysa Carrillo

*NEW* Hybrid Education!

  • Best-in-class curl education
  • Business and brand-building content
  • Customized hands-on experience
  • A Forever Curl Community

You will be able to immediately apply Leysa's foundational content to grow your business while preparing for a more advanced hands-on experience. The Forever Curls Academy is the only workshop of its kind that offers this level of customized, in-depth training through a hybrid format. We take pride in curating personalized and immersive experiences that bring together a passionate and dedicated community of stylists, both online and offline.

The Academy exudes empowerment, and the content is truly inspiring. Your experience with us is guaranteed to be unlike any other education you've received. Don't miss the opportunity to join the Forever Curls community of Academy graduates. Tickets are now on sale, so reserve your seat today!

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  • Level 1 Color Expert

    Enroll in one bootcamp

    Level 1 Color Expert

    These programs offer comprehensive education and hands-on experience. In addition to studying and watching the foundational business building, career pathing, and color theory, participants will have the opportunity to apply their skills alongside Leysa at two-day color workshops. The online learning component is accessible through the digital academy platform and covers the foundational brand building, social media, and hair care theory.

  • Level 1 Cut & Style Expert

    Enroll in one bootcamp

    Level 1 Cut & Style Expert

    These programs offer comprehensive education and hands-on experience. In addition to studying and watching the foundational business building and career pathing, participants will have the opportunity to apply their skills alongside Leysa at two-day cut & style workshops. The online learning component is accessible through the digital academy platform and covers the foundational brand building, social media, and hair care theory.

  • Level 2 Master Stylist

    Enroll in both bootcamps

    Level 2 Master Stylist

    Bundle these classes together and save! These programs provide a holistic learning experience, combining in-depth studies in foundational business building, career pathing, color theory, brand building, social media, and hair care theory. Participants will have the chance to apply their skills during each two-day color workshop alongside Leysa. The online learning component is conveniently accessible through the digital academy platform, allowing for flexible and self-paced study.

2024 Forever Curls Academy

About Textured Hair Influencer of the Year, Leysa Carrillo

About

Founded by Textured Hair Influencer of the Year, Leysa Carrillo, the Forever Curls Academy is an all-encompassing, advanced curriculum of business and technical education that transforms stylists into curly hair experts.

Our 2024 Bootcamps have been updated to include a hybrid learning path that blends online education with a two-day, in-person workshop hosted by Leysa and the Forever Curls Culture team.

This format gives you the ability to learn, apply and practice Leysa's foundational content to grow your business immediately – all while preparing you for a more advanced hands-on experience.

The Forever Curls Academy is the only workshop of its type to offer this advanced level of customized, in-depth training through a hybrid format. We pride ourselves on curating personalized, immersive experiences that bring together the most passionate, dedicated community of stylists – both online and off.

The spirit of the Academy is empowering, the content is inspiring, and your experience is guaranteed to be unlike any other education you've received.

Do not miss your opportunity to join the Forever Curls community of Academy graduates. Tickets are on sale now. Reserve your seat today!

The Best Just Got Better What to Expect

  • New! Hybrid Learning Model

    New! Hybrid Learning Model

  • The Best-in-Class Curl Education

    The Best-in-Class Curl Education

  • Business & Brand Building Content

    Business & Brand Building Content

  • Customized Hands-on Experience

    Customized Hands-on Experience

  • A Forever Curl Community

    A Forever Curl Community

Forever Curls Academy 2024 Offering

  • Cut & Style Bootcamp

    Cut & Style Bootcamp

    Intro Price

    $3,000

    Save $500

  • Color Bootcamp

    Color Bootcamp

    Intro Price

    $3,000

    Save $500

  • Bootcamp Bundle

    Bootcamp Bundle

    Intro Price

    $5,300

    Save $500

  • Stylist Locator Certification

    Stylist Locator Certification
Color Bootcamp
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Color Bootcamp

February 25-26 | Florida

The best just got better! Your 2024 Color Bootcamp experience includes a hybrid learning path that blends online education with a two-day, in-person color workshop hosted by Leysa and the Forever Curls Culture team.

Part 1: Digital Academy Sessions

You’ll study, learn and rewatch foundational business building, career pathing, and color theory, before applying your skills alongside Leysa at the two-day color workshop. Your online learning will be made accessible through the digital academy platform.

Part 2: Two-Day In-Person Color Workshop

Hosted in an intimate, community-centric environment (in sunny Florida!) you'll learn all of Leysa's signature techniques, tips, and tricks through an in-person hands-on format. Each class will offer a customized experience to meet you at your level.

  • Location: Fort Lauderdale - Miami area
  • 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
  • Meals: Breakfast and lunch are included
  • Hotel: Lodging is not included in the cost of your ticket
  • You will be responsible for your accommodations
  • Welcome Guide: will be distributed 30 days prior to the event
Digital Academy
Digital Academy Sessions

Digital Academy Sessions

January 5 - February 15

  • Career Pathing and Mindset
  • Business and Financial Literacy
  • Leysa's Color Consultation Guide
  • Color Theory and Chemistry with *Redken
  • The Art of Hair Prep with *Malibu C
Your Enrollment Includes

Hands-On, In-Person Color Workshop

Access starts January 5

  • 3-4 live model demos
  • Formulations for browns, reds & coppers + toning
  • Hands-on: blonding, color correction, and vivids
  • Graduation (9:00 PM end)
Your Enrollment Includes

Your Enrollment Includes

  • 2 doll heads
  • Color workbook
  • Welcome bag filled with products from our brand sponsors
  • Graduation gift
  • 1-year access to the digital academy starting at your enrollment date (valued at $200)!
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Color Bootcamp

February 25-26 | Florida

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Cut & Style Bootcamp

July 28-29 | Florida

The best just got better! Your 2024 Cut & Style Bootcamp experience includes a hybrid learning path that blends online education with a two-day, in-person cut & style workshops hosted by Leysa and the Forever Curls Culture Team.

Cut & Style Bootcamp
Digital Academy

Part 1: Digital Academy Sessions

You’ll study, learn and rewatch foundational brand building, social media, and hair care theory, before applying your skills alongside Leysa at the two-day color workshop. Your online learning will be made accessible through the digital academy platform.

Part 2: Two-Day In-Person Cut & Style Workshop

Hosted in an intimate, community-centric environment (in sunny Florida!) you'll learn all of Leysa's signature techniques, tips, and tricks through an in-person hands-on format. Each class will offer a customized experience to meet you at your level.

  • Location: Fort Lauderdale - Miami area
  • 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
  • Meals: Breakfast and lunch are included
  • Hotel: Lodging is not included in the cost of your ticket
  • You will be responsible for your accommodations
  • Welcome Guide: will be distributed 30 days prior to the event
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Cut & Style Bootcamp

July 28-29 | Florida

Digital Academy Sessions

Digital Academy Sessions

Access Starts June 16

  • The Salon System Guide
  • The Associate Program
  • Leysa's Cut & Style Consultation Guide
  • Trichology and Scalp Anatomy with *Melissa de Oleo
  • Brand Building and Social Media Marketing with *Olivia Smalley
  • Texture Language with *Mizani
Hands-On, In-Person Cut & Style Workshop

Hands-On, In-Person Cut & Style Workshop

July 28 - July 29

  • 3-4 live model demos
  • Cutting theory and hair prep
  • Hands-on: cutting for wavy, curly, and coily textures on long-short lengths
  • Hands-on: styling for wavy, curly, and coily textures on long-short lengths
  • Graduation (9:00 PM end)
Your Enrollment Includes

Your Enrollment Includes

  • 2 doll heads
  • Cut & style workbook
  • Welcome bag filled with products from our brand sponsors
  • Graduation gift
  • 1-year access to the digital academy starting at your enrollment date (valued at $200)!

Academy FAQ's

  • Can I buy Forever Curls Academy Bootcamps Separately?

    Yes! You can purchase each class separately. To certify as a Forever Curls Master Stylist and be listed on the Stylist Locator, each participant will have to attend all Forever Curls Academy Bootcamps and Certification programs.

  • Can I bundle the Forever Curls Academy Color and Cut & Style Bootcamp Programs?

    Yes! You can buy both Forever Curls Bootcamp programs at one time and save up to $500 on your investment at check-out!

  • How Do I get Listed on the Forever Curls Stylist Locator?

    To be listed on the Stylist Locator, you must become a certified Forever Curls Master Stylist. This requires attending all Forever Curls Academy Bootcamps, including the Color, Cut & Style program, as well as the Live-model Certification program.

  • Students Traveling to Florida from out of State

    All students flying in, we recommend you plan to arrive the day prior to the start of day one and depart after graduation on day two.

  • Is Lodging Included in my Registration?

    Hotel or other lodging is not included in the cost of your ticket to the Forever Curls Academy Bootcamp or Certification program.

    You are responsible for arranging and covering the expenses of your accommodations. Further details regarding the location and program will be provided in the Welcome Guide.

  • I have so MANY Questions!

    A Welcome Guide will be sent out 30 days before the start of your class. It will contain your finalized itinerary, tool list, and all the necessary logistics information for your Forever Curls program.

    If you have an urgent question, please email info@forevercurlsbyleysa.com.

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