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Three PRAX cuts: a slicked-back undercut, a curtain shag and a curly crop

Structured Hair Education

Precision is built.
Not born.

The system behind precision haircutting. Structure, discipline, and intention — taught by Jack Louii.

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Bleached curls being styled on set, hands holding spray and comb
Textured mullet, head tilted down, adjusting sunglasses
Slicked-back undercut with volume on top, front-facing portrait

The PRAX System

Three stages. One standard.

Structure over style. Each stage unlocks as you progress — no shortcuts, no skipping ahead.

Foundations: a slicked-back undercut being combed into shape

Foundations

Online only · Live classes available

Master the base. Head shape analysis, sectioning, and the structural approach that defines PRAX. Every technique that follows is built on this.

Head & face shape analysisBody position & tool controlGraduation & layeringSectioning discipline & clean cutting linesWeight distribution & balanced symmetryConsultation frameworkFade & taper technique
Precision: a textured mullet being detailed by hand

Precision

Online only · Live classes available

Advanced techniques for barbers ready to elevate. Clipper-over-comb, scissor work, and fade architecture. The details that separate competent from professional.

Over direction & elevationDetailed refinementAdvanced cutting systemsInternal vs external executionCombining shapes & silhouettesVersatile cutting techniques
Creative: a long curtain shag with soft, broken ends

Creative

Online only · Live classes available

Develop your own identity. Texture, movement, and designing cuts that grow out with intention. Where precision meets personal expression.

Creative looks for editorial stylesStyling philosophyDesigning a haircut for grow-outThe art of disconnectionRazor work for softer finishesPersonal expression
1,000+

Barbers trained

12+

Cities worldwide

Online + Live

Class formats

The Work

Hair as art.

Bleached curly crop, three-quarter portrait
Curl crop · bleached ends
Curtain shag with a heavy fringe, in a leather jacket
Curtain shag · broken fringe

Philosophy

“Precision is not about perfection — it is about intention.”
Jack Louii, Founder

Student Results

Real transformations.

$30 → $50/cut. Opened his own shop.

“I started cutting hair charging $30, working 10-6, 6 days a week doing basic trims. Then I took a class with Prax Academy. From that first class, everything changed.”
— Dylan Pourier

200+ new clients from one video. $100+/cut.

“I got invited to a barber fest to showcase my shear work and got the opportunity to work with celebrities. Most of these wins wouldn’t be possible without Jack Louii’s education.”
— Osmar Santana
“Sectioning, shear work, angles, tension — everything clicked instantly. My cuts are cleaner, more consistent, and way more efficient.”
— Carlos Garza
“I’ve been cutting for 10+ years. PRAX gave my career life when I was plateauing. It’s more than learning hair — it’s learning what’s best for your client.”
— Mynor Lopez
“New techniques, refined details. PRAX took my skill level to a whole new level behind the chair.”
— Christian Alvarez
“I joined while still in barber school. Jack’s structure — from head shape to problem-solving — gave me a foundation nobody else could.”
— Adrian Guerrero
“The tutorials and practice gave me the confidence I was missing. It’s showing in my work.”
— Andrew Majano

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PRAX journey.

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$149/mo · 3 stages · Live classes available · Community