Your Weapons: Clippers and Trimmers
Your Ammo: Hard-Earned Skills
Few possess your talents. Even fewer are bold enough to compete.
But if you have the guts to bet on your talent, you can join the very small circle of Wahl Barber Battle champions.
This year's challenge:
NEW THIS YEAR: You may use live models or mannequins for your styles. We want a healthy competition.
Please be aware of CDC guidelines and safety practices regarding masks, cleaning procedures, customer contact and distancing.
Blade-to-Blade Combat resumes October 1st, 2020 and Ends January 5th, 2021
Grand Prize:
- Honorary one-year membership to
the Wahl Education & Artistic Team - Complete 5 Star Line of tools
- Wahl Prize package
2nd place:
- Membership to the Wahl Select Barbers program
- 3 clippers, 3 trimmers and Finale
- Wahl Prize package
3rd place:
- Barber Combo Set and Clipper
- Wahl Prize package
Learn from a Master
2019 Barber Battle Champion Andrew Rosario shows how to approach this year’s cuts with an in-depth, informative video playbook. Watch the master at work and put your takeaways into action.
- Pro Tip: When making your video, give the judges a commentary on your approach and some insight on your decision making.
- A Word of Advice: You can style mannequin hair this year.
If you choose to use real models, have them sign their releases when you film. Releases are required when you upload your submission. Please be aware of and comply with CDC, state, and local guidelines and safety practices regarding masks, cleaning procedures, customer contact, social distancing, and other measures designed to prevent the spread of coronavirus.
All eligible winners must have these signed. - Read the Rules: Every battle has rules, even ours. Take the time to Read Them in Their Entirety. We want your work to be officially allowed for consideration.
- FAQs: Our online barber battle is an industry first, so you might have some questions.
Here Are Some Answers you might find helpful before starting. - Take Your Time: Every battler has from
October 1st, 2020 and Ends January 5th, 2021
Prepare for Battle Starting… Now
Scout. Practice. Envision.
Do whatever it takes to get a jump on the competition so you can upload your
completed entry by this year’s extended deadline of January 5TH.
Good Luck. You’ll need it. You’re going against some of the most talented
barbers and stylists in the industry.