Lbs Academy

One Saturday. One New Skill. A Lifetime of Confidence.

Whether you're a mom tired of messy morning hair, a total beginner, or a stylist ready to master the "viral" look—get the hands-on, patient coaching you need. Master knotless braids and cornrows in just 8 hours. I won’t let you leave until you get it right.

My Story

I started braiding at 14 because wanted to feel confident. Now, at 23, I'm showing you the shortcuts it took me a decade to learn. Whether you're a total beginner or just can't get that 'neat' look, I won't let you leave my chair until you get it right. Here's what I do differently...

Extreme Patience

We move at your specific speed with hands-on, one-on-one support to ensure you never feel rushed or overwhelmed while mastering each technique.

Professional Kit

You’ll receive a fully-loaded, premium braiding kit to keep, featuring every professional tool you need to start your first client the very next day.

1-Day Intensive

We’ve condensed years of expert secrets into a high-impact Saturday session designed to transform you into a confident, pro-level braider in just 8 hours

Real Students. Real Patience. Real 1-Day Success Stories.

What You'll Master


The Foundation

Perfect parting and sectioning (The secret to the "Laid" Look.


Knotless Mastery

Seamless feed-in techniques for zero tension.


Stitch & Cornrow

Creating clean lines on any hair texture.


The Business

How to take "viral-ready" photos and price your work.

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What Our Clients Say About Us!

Adanna E.
★★★★★
My braiding went viral on TikTok!
I came to Sonia to learn a skill I could use forever, but I never expected this. After her class, I posted a video of my first style and it went viral! She teaches you the "viral neatness" that people actually book.
Adanna E. @adanna_e
Kyone T.
★★★★★
A productive Saturday he enjoyed.
It’s hard to find a mentor who can teach a young man with this much patience. Kyone went from zero experience to understanding the logic of braids in 8 hours. He’s proud of the skill he’s built!
Kyone T. @kyone_t
Norma D.
★★★★★
Better than 100 YouTube videos.
I spent months watching videos and my parts were still messy. In 8 hours, Sonia corrected my grip and showed me the "tucking" secret. Having her there to fix my mistakes made all the difference.
Norma D. @norma_d
Dilara A.
★★★★★
I couldn't even braid a little bit!
I was the student who literally didn't know how to hold the hair. I thought Sonia couldn't teach me, but I was wrong! She stayed with me, and by the 8th hour, I had finished a whole hairstyle. Anyone can do this!
Dilara A. @dilara_a

Frequetly Asked Question

What is the "No Student Left Behind" gaurantee?

My 'No Student Left Behind' guarantee means I am personally committed to your success. If the 8-hour session ends and you still don't feel 100% confident in your grip or your neatness, I will stay late with you for as long as it takes until you’ve mastered the technique and feel ready to braid on your own.

Do I need to have any experience before joining?

Absolutely not. This is a ground-zero beginner course. Whether you've never touched a comb or you’ve only ever done a basic three-strand braid, we start from the very beginning.

Is one day really enough time to learn?

Yes, because of our 'Intensive' 8-hour format. We skip the fluff and focus on hands-on muscle memory. Plus, our 'No Student Left Behind' policy means we don't finish until your parts are straight.

What exactly do I get to keep in my kit?

You walk away with a professional-grade kit including [List: Rat-tail comb, parting clips, edge control, and hair mousse]. You won't need to buy a single thing to start practicing the next day.

Can I actually start charging clients after this 1-day course?

Yes! We teach you the 'Viral Neatness' techniques that clients pay €100+ for. If you practice what we show you, the course pays for itself after your first two clients.

Post Address and Mail
Email: [email protected] Address: Visseringlaan 19, Rijswijk
2288 ER
Get In Touch
Assistance Hours: Mon – Sat: 9:00am – 18:00pm
Sunday – CLOSED
Phone Number: +31 6 36035436
Visseringlaan 19, 2288 ER Rijswijk, Netherlands

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