empowering youth through hair

More than just hair

Ahead Academy uses hair to teach youth entrepreneurship & empowerment.

Through after-school classes, seasonal camps, and weekend workshops, we create spaces where youth are celebrated, affirmed, and equipped to lead.

Classes

After-School with Ahead

Looking for an enriching after-school program for your kiddo? Look no further.

Testimonial from a Dad

"Ahead gave my daughter something I can’t put a price on—confidence. She came home talking about starting her own business, showing me the braids she did, and she was so hype. As a dad, I’m proud to see her surrounded by strong role models who look like her and believe in her."

- Marcus J., Parent of 10-year-old participant

Girls Night

Join us for Girls Night

A cozy open-house evening for girls, moms, and aunties to slow down and reconnect.

Join us at our Boxville studio for hot cocoa, mindful coloring pages, and pressed flower keepsakes -- a soft, creative night designed to experience joy and calmness.

Ahead of the Rest

At Ahead Academy, we believe access is essential.

That’s why we created Ahead of the Rest, our nonprofit arm that ensures families and schools without the means can still experience our programs. Through this model, we offer workshops, after-school programs, and camps on a sliding scale or entirely free.

As a social enterprise, revenue from Ahead Academy helps power this mission. It allows us to reach more girls, especially in communities that have historically been overlooked or underfunded.

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