The Academy Barber is a renowned contemporary barbershop brand with a reputation for style and the recipient of numerous prestigious industry awards, including 9-time ‘Irish Best of the Best Barbershop of the Year’ winner. We transport our customers away from the traditional barbershop to a comfortable-meets-chic surrounding where they can receive a unique and professional service.

What makes us unique?

Since our inception back in 2012, we have repeatedly aimed to offer a distinctive, specialised and all-round 5-star customer experience. Employing a dedicated team of expert stylists capable of delivering genuinely personalised and outstanding cuts.

What sets us apart from other barbers is our inclusive, family atmosphere that is focused on each client’s specific needs, so we can ensure our environment is always fun, professional, and engaging.

What you will receive

To make sure you have everything it takes to operate the business successfully, we do our best to ensure you hit the ground running, providing step-by-step guidance so you know you are never alone on your new venture.

Training

At The Academy Barber, we want to make sure you get off on the right foot which is why we prioritise providing an engaging and tailor-made training process from our contemporary Head Office. Effective training and ongoing support is central to our philosophy and ultimately, essential to the success of each franchise and its capability to run smoothly and efficiently.

Exclusive Territory

All of our franchisees each receive a designated area of the UK and Ireland, usually operating in a large and exclusive region. Therefore, you have full control and rights over your selected province, removing the possibility of any internal competition and enabling you to focus on successfully establishing your business in your selected area.

Marketing

When it comes to our brand, we have a proven formula for generating customers for your business. Utilising a range of channels to reach specific demographics and target audiences, record sales activity and integrate lead generation tools and techniques.

Other Franchisee benefits included:

• Rights to use the award-winning brand name and business model
• Full training in all areas of the business
• Use of The Academy Barber app
• Franchise operations manual
• Assistance with finding the right location for you
• Assistance with the shop fit-out
• Branded clothing
• A central website
• Social media set-up
• Processes, systems and templates to run the business
• A stationery package
• One free education day per quarter for the team
• Exclusive retail rights to Ellie Luxury Men’s Hair Styling range
• Integrated POS system

Who are we looking for?

We’re searching for dedicated individuals with the passion and ambition to succeed as The Academy Barbers franchisee. Whether you are eager to start your business from scratch or transfer your current barbershop to The Academy Barber brand, we have a solution for you.

Our ideal franchisor will be a natural communicator with a client-focused attitude and an eye for detail. Capable of collaborating seamlessly with others to thrive in a team scenario and deliver results in a timely manner.