Professional braiding education for young people. Instruction by Master Cosmetologist Dionne James — in person and virtual, from Atlanta to anywhere in the world.
To inspire and empower young people through professional braiding education — fostering entrepreneurial spirit, cultural pride, and self-expression. We nurture a new generation of creative, confident young leaders.
To become the gold standard for after-school and summer youth braiding programs — kindling an unquenchable thirst for knowledge in every child and guiding them to chase their passions.
Private hands-on instruction with Dionne James in Atlanta. Personalized pace, focused attention, faster results.
The foundation. Parting, sectioning, tension, and the core braid styles every aspiring stylist needs.
Master the most-requested technique in modern braiding. Clean parts, smooth tension, professional finish.
Knotless, Butterfly Locs, Feed-Ins, and Senegalese Twists in one focused session. For students ready to expand their range.
The most exclusive YBA experience. One-on-one mastery with Dionne herself, tailored to your level.
Small-group classes for teen students. Learn alongside peers in a supportive group setting.
An immersive one-day camp for teen students. Learn the foundations, practice in a supportive group setting, and walk away with skills you can monetize.
Tailored group programs for schools, churches, sororities, and community organizations. Pricing based on group size and curriculum.
Live online instruction so students can learn from anywhere. Same hands-on training, anywhere in the world.
Live online instruction in the foundations of braiding. Perfect for students outside Atlanta.
Master knotless braids from your own home with live instruction and demonstration.
Multi-style virtual intensive for students ready to expand their technical range.
Custom curriculum where students pick five techniques to master. The most comprehensive YBA program.
Six weeks of progressive instruction across the five core techniques you select. Designed for students ready to build a full braiding portfolio. Two additional techniques can be added separately at $350 each.
Have questions, want to book a class, or partner with your school or organization? Get in touch.