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Fall/Winter dates are locked.

If you’re serious about this craft, it’s time to get in the room, do the work, and break bread with the community. We’re running hands-on education out of both our Mt. Pleasant and Commercial Drive shops.
Foundations Course

Oct 19–20 | 12:00 PM – 5:00 PM (10 hrs total)
Mt Pleasant – 86 Kingsway
Early Bird Rate: $600
For those starting their journey who want to build the fundamentals right the first time—no shortcuts.

Elevations Course
Oct 26–27 | 12:00 PM – 5:00 PM (10 hrs total)
The Drive – 1027 Commercial Dr
Early Bird Rate: $600
For barbers and stylists ready to refine their technique and craft. This is where you get uncomfortable so you can actually grow.

Early bird registration is open now, but capacity is capped. Hit the link in bio to secure your spot. taken in Knowledge Barbers by @blendbylen

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4 days ago

Mark your calendars — Knowledge Academy is back with F/W ‘26 Courses.

Registration coming soon.

Sponsored by: @ultimatebarbersupply taken in Knowledge Barbers by @blendbylen

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11 days ago

Undrstatemnt Co. x Knowledge Academy.

The fundamentals - Long hair structure & pure scissor work. Our goal is to get you comfortable behind the chair when the hair gets long. Two days, hands-on, working the fundamentals that separate a good cut from a clean one.

2-day hands on course:
11am-5pm
6 hours/day

Early bird rate $600
Full rate investment $700

Mannequins provided.
Room’s kept small so we can actually get in your face and coach your hands.

Link in bio to grab a seat or email undrstatemntco@gmail.com

Questions? Shoot us a DM.

Day 1 — Martin’s on the floor.

Taking fresh mannequins down with zero-elevation blunt cutting, clean sectioning discipline, and how to actually manage long hair behind the chair. No getting lost.

Day 2 — Len takes over.
Same mannequin, cut into an all-shears brush back. We get into body mechanics, layering out bulky corners, and understanding natural fall — so the hair sweeps back on its own.

Sponsored by: @ultimatebarbersupply taken in Calgary, Alberta by @blendbylen

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21 days ago

One of my favorite things about this industry is watching other artists @styledby.martin dissect and pre-plan their cuts.

Even as Director of Knowledge Academy, I’m always learning. Seeing how different educators map out their process gives me fresh perspective on how other creative minds approach the craft.

Len
Never stop being a student of the game. taken in Calgary, Alberta by @blendbylen

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2 months ago

After 13 years of cutting hair, I still enjoy the questions.

Every student sees things differently, and I love helping them work through challenges, brainstorm ideas, and find solutions. The knowledge I’ve picked up over the years isn’t meant to stay in my head—it’s meant to be shared.

Take what works, make it your own, and keep building. #knowledgeacademy #lookandlearn #barbereducation #vancouverhairstylist taken in Vancouver, British Columbia by @blendbylen

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4 months ago

Calgary we’re here! Can’t wait to see y’all at the Hair Jam tomorrow! Ticket link in bio. taken in Calgary, Alberta by @blendbylen

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6 months ago

Back by popular demand! Tickets on sale Saturday.

Knowledge Academy look and learn #3

Spring edition

Mon April 6 5:30-7pm

Knowledge Barbershop Commercial
1027 commercial dr taken in Knowledge Barbers by @blendbylen

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6 months ago

Round two.

After selling out the first class, running it back was only right. The industry showed up again with the same hunger, same energy, same standard.

We’re just getting started.
Details for the next class dropping real soon.

Appreciation to @fineedgesupply and @ultimatebarbersupply for their continued support and for backing the room with product giveaways. taken in Knowledge Barbers by @blendbylen

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7 months ago

Sold out. Look and learn. Hands-on. Community-driven.

A snapshot of Monday’s 26 January 2026 Knowledge Academy Look & Learn. We don’t just show—we teach. Thank you to all the stylists and barbers who came out to sharpen their skills and strengthen the Vancouver hair scene.

Let’s keep building. 🇨🇦

Featured: @knowledgebarbers @patrvmos @by_kln @zoilo.mendoza @barbermarv @marlonx

#KnowledgeAcademy #VancouverBarbers #VanCityHair #BarberEducation #LookAndLearn taken in Knowledge Barbers by @blendbylen

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7 months ago

This is how standards move.

A night of creating, talking hair, and connecting with people who actually move the industry. Barbers, stylists, educators exchanging ideas, breaking down technique, and getting a real sense of what’s coming next season.

This wasn’t just class. It was about networking, perspective, and being in the same space again sharing knowledge in real time.

We’re doing it again.
February 9
5:30 PM
$60
Hosted by @_by_kln_ @patrvmos & @blendbylen
Sponsored by @ultimatebarbersupply

Limited tickets available now.
🔗 Link in bio. taken in Knowledge Barbers by @blendbylen

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8 months ago

TICKETS OUT NOW!

Last one set the tone.

After a sold-out room and heavy demand, we’re running it back with @_by_kln_ @patrvmos & @blendbylen back on the floor.
February 9
5:30 PM
$60

Another night focused on craft, education, and pushing the standard forward sponsored by @ultimatebarbersupply
Limited tickets now live — available on our website.
🔗 Link in bio.

If you missed the last one, don’t miss this. taken in Knowledge Barbers by @blendbylen

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8 months ago

New class date announcement coming soon!

What started as a sold-out class turned into a room full of energy, intention, and people who genuinely care about the craft. From the questions, to the conversations, to watching techniques land in real time, this was exactly why we do this.

Huge respect to @_by_kln_ @patrvmos & @blendbylen for sharing their knowledge, process, and perspective so openly. And thank you to everyone who showed up ready to learn, connect, and push barbering forward in Vancouver.

Shoutout to our sponsor @ultimatebarbersupply for backing the class and sending everyone home with @firsthandsupply product.

This was more than a class,it was community.
More to come taken in Knowledge Barbers by @blendbylen

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