Wales' Leading Barber Academy

Established since 2016, Thomas Lloyd Barbering Academy Cardiff is the leader in delivering fast track VTCT approved NVQ barbering qualifications in Wales. For anyone who is serious about a barbering career, or if you are already working in hairdressing, you could develop your skills to become a qualified barber. As Wales’ leading barbering academy we never compromise on quality. You will have our expert educators with 20+years experience on hand for help and support throughout the duration of the course. We enrol a maximum of 5 students per course, giving you the most supportive environment to develop into a barber of the future.

Welcome to Wales’ leading barbering academy

Thomas Lloyd Barbering Academy has been based in Cardiff the capital of Wales for over 6 years. We can offer you the fastest way to start a new career as a qualified barber.

Our Academy is a VTCT approved centre which is a worldwide recognised qualification. In just 9 weeks you can obtain your NVQ Level 2 Diploma in Barbering.

We have an exceptional NVQ pass rate. Our training is delivered in small class sizes, with a maximum of 5 students per course in a live barbershop environment. We have an abundance of live models. This ensures that you will be able to train on a variety of different hair types.

We also keep NVQ theory in the academy to a minimum giving you more practical cutting time. We encourage you to read some of our fantastic testimonials from past students about their time and experiences in the academy.

Student Testimonials

Here are some of our past students who explain what it’s like to train with us, and why they chose Thomas Lloyd Barbering Academy.

The 9 weeks I’ve spent at Thomas Lloyd Barbering Academy has been invaluable. I approached Lloyd about the course after many recommendations from fellow makeup artists in my industry. My goal was to leave the course feeling confident and knowledgeable about all areas of barbering. I’ve definitely completed these goals and I can’t wait to put my new skills to action. Christian was an amazingly talented, encouraging ...more

Becky Lingham

If you are thinking of taking the next step in your barbering career you need to book in with Thomas Lloyd Barbering Academy— now! I work in the TV and film industry as a hair and makeup artist. Barbering is becoming a more required and desirable skill to have within the industry in order to progress so I had been looking for a while for the right course. I came across Thomas Lloyd Barbering Academy while researching the different training academies across the UK and it stood out for a number of reasons ...more

Sara Whalley

I have wanted to be a barber since I was young and in school but never really went for it, luckily this time I did. I had researched online and I knew straight away that Thomas Lloyd Barbering Academy was the right fit for me! Lloyd and Christian were great from day 1, they made learning so much more fun and relaxed but at the same time but teaching you at a very high standard. It is by far the best thing I’ve ever done ...more

Zakk Sears

After being recommended by a friend I signed up to Thomas Lloyd Barbering Academy. I really enjoyed my 9 weeks at academy. Lloyd and Christian were very patient and excellent teachers who helped me to have a bigger understanding into the barbering industry. As I progressed through the course, I definitely felt my confidence grow. The structure of the 9-week course gives you an excellent understanding of barbering ...more

Finley Budd

Video Testimonials

Becky Lingham
9-week NVQ Level 2 Diploma in Barbering

Ben Elliott
9-week NVQ Level 2 Diploma in Barbering

What you can expect from us

Small class sizes – Maximum of 5 students per course

One-to-one training

Live barbershop experience

All educators are active barbers

Models supplied (all hair types)

Superior practical training

Google Reviews

Prashen Pillay
Probably the best haircut I've had in years. I've been coming here for a very long time. Always professional, never had a bad experience. Chris … More and Gary were great today.
★★★★★ a week ago
Michael Rowarth
Fantastic staff and the student who cut my hair was great, very friendly and precise. I was very pleased with my haircut, plus its free! I would highly … More recommend to anyone wanting an amazing haircut, but are more than a happy to wait just that little bit longer, as the students are training and still learning.
★★★★★ a month ago
Tomos Topps
Great service. Had my haircut by Ryan and I was very happy with the job he did. All the students had excellent support from the mentor and he was keeping … More a close eye on all of them. I'll definetely be going back and I would recommend this place to everyone.
★★★★★ 3 weeks ago
Ronnie Quinn
I was a student at the academy in the summer and my course was amazing! I asked the academy to come and do one of their day training courses in my barbershop … More and it was AMAZING! Christian is super attentive, knowledgeable and gets involved in the shop 100%. I am so much more confident after my one to one beard training day & excited to get started on them! We covered different styles, face shapes and what’s on trend at the moment along with client consultation and beard products! I am so pleased with the training I had☺️ Thanks so much guys!
★★★★★ 3 months ago