Disconnection – 2 Day Masterclass

Disconnection – 2 Day Masterclass

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– formerly known as "Advanced Technique"

Disconnection has become a haircutting technique in its own right. This course has been designed to empower salon stylists with a greater understanding and confidence in its use.

We will show you how to use disconnection for everyday salon work, problem solving and how to be more creative with your salon clientele. You will work on both straight and curly hair of a variety of lengths to create commercial looks.

  • Low teacher student ratio
  • Demonstrations
  • Interactive workshops
  • Work side by side with an Allilon educator
  • All haircuts on Allilon mannequins
  • Allilon+ will be used as a reference during this course

Is this course for me?

This course is designed for stylists who want to elevate their use of  disconnection in the salon. You will learn how to place disconnection with intention, choose the right lengths in each area, and understand WHY disconnection is used to enhance the shape, balance, and creativity. You’ll gain practical skills for working on clients while also exploring creative approaches that lead to modern, wearable haircuts. Perfect for stylists ready to refine their technique and create purposeful, high-impact results.
 

Key Learning Outcomes

Shape & Structure

  • Create disconnected looks on straight & curly textures of hair
  • Gain a greater understanding of the When, Why & How of disconnection 

Method & Technique

  • Advanced methods of working using disconnection
  • Still using the Allilon language of cutting hair

Execution & Finishing

  • Create artistic haircuts on curly and straight hair
  • Advanced methods of personalising & refining techniques

Tools for consistency

  • Advanced techniques of drawing headsheets for disconnection
  • Practice all haircuts on Allilon mannequins for accuracy
  • Access to Allilon+ for continued online education

Course Schedule

Day 1: The When, Why and How of Disconnection

Explore the when, why and how of disconnection in an Allilon lecture, followed by a live demonstration on a straight mannequin. Your educator breaks down zone placement, shape, length selection and technique, finishing with blow-drying, personalisation and refinement. In the afternoon, apply the techniques in a hands-on workshop, recreating the look with step-by-step guidance and support from the educator.

9.30am - Introduction
Intro to the teacher, fellow students and our online education platform Allilon+. Brief outline of the course.

9.45am - Demonstration
Mid length disconnected haircut on Allilon straight mannequin

1pm - Lunch

2pm - Interactive Workshop
Mid length disconnected haircut on Allilon straight mannequin

5pm - End of Day
Homework will be set in preparation for the next day

Day 2: Disconnection on Textured Hair

Building on Day 1, the morning focuses on a live curly hair demonstration covering disconnection, length selection, blow-drying, and curl personalisation. In the afternoon, recreate the demonstrated look in a guided workshop, building confidence and control when working with curly hair.

9.30am - Demonstration
Disconnected shape on Allilon Curly mannequin

1pm - Lunch

2pm - Interactive Workshop
Disconnected shape on Allilon Curly mannequin

5.15pm - Debrief
Certificate presentation and a chance to talk about next steps

5.30pm - End of Day

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8:1 Student teacher ratio

We’re dedicated to providing personalised education. We’re all different, we’re all individuals and we all learn differently, we all struggle with different aspects of hair dressing. Our low student teacher ratio means that you get the personalised expert guidance you need to get the very most out of your investment in education.

Our Dedicated Central London Hair Academy

Our academy is a beautiful creative space located in Holborn/Covent Garden in central London. The space is on the 4th floor of a listed Georgian Townhouse and boasts great light, original features and high ceilings.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Most of our courses, with the exception of the "Get Inspired" taster course, run with a strict ratio of eight students to one teacher. Our extremely low student teacher ratio means that you receive personalised feedback and guidance specific to you and your needs, enabling you to achieve your best and gain the very most from your time with us.

For cutting courses you would need to bring: scissors, a cutting comb, sectioning clips, a hairdryer with a nozzle, a diffuser, straightening irons, a vess brush, a paddle brush, water spray, a neck brush

For the colour courses: a pin tail comb, a tinting comb, waterspray, avess brush & a paddle brush

For cutting and colour courses: scissors, cutting comb, cutting comb, pin tail comb, tinting comb, vess brush, paddle brush, neck brush, hairdryer, straightening irons, diffuser, water spray & sectioning clips

We will also send you an email before your course confirming all the required tools for your course.

Our Academy is located in the heart of the West-End on the 4th floor of stunning central London hair salon (and sister compnay) – Ena. The address is 5 Great Queen Street, London WC2B 5DG map. The nearest London Underground stations are Holborn (3 minute walk) & Covent Garden (6 minute walk).

One of our highly experienced educators will be teaching you. As our educators frequently travel for international courses, shows, and seminars, we do not assign a fixed educator to each course. Your instructor will be confirmed close to the course date.

Yes, mannequins are provided and covered in the price of the course. We use Allilon real hair mannequins on all our academy courses.

The practical approach

Our courses are designed with the salon in mind, focusing on boosting your confidence and efficiency to help you make decisions that consistently achieve outstanding results.

Something for everyone

We offer a diverse range of courses in cutting, colour, and barbering, catering to all skill levels. Reach out, and we’ll gladly help you choose the right one for you.

Learn from our experience

Our passionate team of educators brings years of international experience, with expertise in top-tier salon and educational settings.

You’ve got questions, we’ve got answers.

We’re here to answer your questions, big and small, so please don’t hesitate to get in touch. We’re happy to give you info by email or to chat on the phone, whatever works for you.

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