Our Barber Mentoring Program is a hands-on training program designed to equip participants with the foundational skills, techniques, and confidence required to begin their journey in the barbering industry. We welcome people of all ages, backgrounds, and abilities from across the community to participate in this program.
Who Can Apply? Our Barbering Mentoring Program is open to anyone across Sydney aged 12 years and over. We warmly welcome participants of all backgrounds and encourage both females and males to take part in this exciting, hands-on program.
Duration: 10, 12, or 14 Weeks
Session Length: 3.5-4 Hours per Session
Program Days: Monday to Saturday
Cost: $200 per session
Recommended Commitment: Minimum 2 sessions per week (1 session per week is optional)
Eligibility: Ages 12+ (NDIS Participants are also encouraged to apply)
Locations: Our barbering mentoring program is available across multiple locations to make participation as accessible as possible. Sessions can be facilitated at our partner barber shops in Concord and Campbelltown, the YLYS Youth Hub in Parramatta, or at community centres across the Sutherland Shire and Georges River areas.
Let us know which location works best for you, and we'll do our best to accommodate your needs.
Program Facilitator: Young Leaders Youth Services.
Become part of a supportive community built on wraparound care focused on teaching, guiding, and empowering young people and young adults in a safe space to learn, grow, and connect. Work alongside experienced mentors who are passionate about helping you achieve your goals while gaining real, hands-on experience in a professional barber shop environment.
This program is designed to help you develop practical barbering skills through structured training, while building confidence, discipline, and strong connections with other participants, shaping the next generation of leaders.