6 Competitions!
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Creative Design
Duration - 40MIN
The Creative Design Competition challenges barbers to showcase their artistry by crafting intricate, eye-catching designs. Let your imagination run wild and bring your vision to life. References are allowed to help you execute.
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Dynamic Duo Battle
Duration - 30MIN
Barbers will work in teams of two, switching roles every 5 minutes. Judging criteria include teamwork, the complexity of the haircut, and overall creativity.
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Hair & Beard
Duration - 40MIN
The Hair and Beard Competition is your chance to showcase exceptional skills in both fading and beard grooming. Judging based off seamless transitions, precise detailing, and overall styled look.
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Speed Frenzy
Duration - 15MIN
The Speed Fade Competition challenges participants to complete the fastest, cleanest fade in 15 minutes or less. Judge based off speed and overall product.
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Speed Rookie Barber
Duration - 30MIN
For under 21 years old ONLY.
The Speed Rookie Barber Competition puts up-and-coming barbers to the test with a quick fade challenge. Participants have 30 minutes or less to complete their haircut. Judging will focus on speed, precision, and the overall quality of the final look.
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Traditional Clash
Duration - 40MIN
The Traditional Competition highlights classic cuts and styles, requiring the use of both scissors and clippers. Barbers will craft timeless gentlemen’s looks, such as comb-overs, pompadours, and defined parts. Judging will be based on overall cut and style.
Rules For Each Competition
Speed Frenzy
Speed Frenzy
• 15 min
• Model must have a minimum of a #2 guard on top
• No pre-cut or shape up prior to battle. Points may be deducted.
• Judging will be on speed, blend and overall cut.
Judging Speed Frenzy
Speed of Completion: Faster fades are rewarded—but only if they maintain solid quality.
Fade Quality & Blend: Are the transitions smooth and consistent from start to finish?
Cleanliness & Detailing: Are the edges sharp? Is the cut tidy with no visible lines or flaws?
Overall Presentation: Does the finished look feel polished and complete, despite the time crunch?
Speed Rookie Barber
Speed Rookie Barber
• 30 min
• Must be 21 years old or under
• No pre-cut or shape ups prior to battle
• Model must have a minimum of a #2 guard on top
• Judging will be on speed, blend and overall cut.
Judging Speed Rookie Barber
Speed of Execution: Finishing faster earns more credit—if the result is still clean and well done.
Precision & Clean Work: Are the lines sharp? Is the fade smooth and properly blended?
Fade Quality: Are the transitions between lengths consistent and seamless?
Overall Look & Style: Does the final haircut look polished, balanced, and presentable?
Creative Design
Creative Design
• 40 min
• No pre-cut or shape up prior to the battle
• Colour enhancements are allowed
• Reference photo allowed
• Judging will be based on creativity and complexity of the design, and integration of overall haircut
Judging Creative Design
Creativity & Originality: Is the design unique and imaginative? Does it showcase the barber’s artistic flair?
Execution & Cleanliness: Are the lines sharp, the fades smooth, and the details precise?
Design Difficulty: How complex is the design? Does it demonstrate advanced technique?
Overall Flow with Hair: Does the design complement the natural hair pattern and head shape?
Dynamic Duo (Tag Team)
Dynamic Duo (Tag Team)
• 30 mins
• Barbers will work in teams of two to create finished look
• Colour enhancements are allowed
• Barbers will take turns on the model and will switch every 5 minutes
• Judging will be based on teamwork, difficulty and overall creativity.
• No pre-cut or shape up prior to the battle
Judging Dynamic Duo
Teamwork & Communication: Are both barbers in sync? Do they smoothly transition between turns and maintain a shared vision?
Haircut Execution & Quality: Is the haircut clean, well-blended?
Creativity & Style: Does the final look have flair, originality, or an unexpected twist?
Difficulty of Cut: Did the team challenge themselves with a more complex or detailed haircut?
Consistency Despite Switching: Is the haircut cohesive, or does it feel like two separate people worked on it?
Hair & Beard
Hair & Beard
• 40 mins
• No pre-cut or shape up prior to the battle
Judging Hair & Beard
Seamless Transitions: Smooth, clean fades between different lengths—especially where the hair and beard meet.
Detailing & Precision: Sharp lines, defined edges, and clean work around the beard, neckline, and hairline.
Overall Style & Presentation: Is the final look cohesive, stylish, and well-finished from top to bottom?
Balance Between Hair & Beard: Do the haircut and beard complement each other? Is there harmony in the length, shape, and flow?
Traditional Clash
Traditional Clash
• 40 mins
• No pre-cut or shape up prior to battle. Points may be deducted.
Judging Traditional
Classic Execution: Does the cut stay true to traditional gentlemen’s styles (e.g., comb-over, pomp, side part)?
Clipper & Scissor Technique:Is there proper use of both tools, with clean scissor work and smooth clipper blending?
Fade or Taper Transitions: Are the blends consistent and fitting for a classic look?
Styling & Finish:Is the hair styled properly with volume, control, and product application that suits the cut?
Overall Presentation: Does the final result feel polished, professional, and true to a traditional aesthetic?
