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IBE® MASTERS COURSE

Technique

The foundation of IBE® is in our technique. Joining this course is for the attention-to-detail stylist who wants to take their technique to the next level. In this course we will break down the nuances that go into every single stage of your install from placement lines and scalp elasticity, to beadwork and stitching.

Combined with the classes from our Master Educators, you will submit at least 50 fully installed and grown out rows to our Masters Technique Mentor, Jenn Calloway, who will guide you through troubleshooting and perfecting your rows, one at a time.

Join us for the most thorough extension technique education in the industry, guaranteed to elevate your work behind the chair.

Dates & Time

Technique August 2025 Live Mastermind Class Dates
August 12th
August 26th
September 9th
September 23rd
October 7th
October 21st  

All classes are held on Tuesdays and begin at 6pm ET / 4pm MT

Prices

Requirements

You must be willing and able to complete the program within one year. This would require a minimum of 10 clients. Please refer to the FAQ section for more information on accountability and expectations.

DATES & TIME

Technique August 2025 Live Mastermind Class Dates
August 12th
August 26th
September 9th
September 23rd
October 7th
October 21st

All classes are held on Tuesdays and
begin at 6pm ET / 4pm MT

PRICES

PAY IN FULL

  • Full payment of $3,750 due at registration.

3 MONTH PLAN

  • 3 payments of $1,350.

6 MONTH PLAN

  • 6 payments of $675.
REQUIREMENTS


You must be willing and able to complete the program within one year. This would require a minimum of 10 clients. Please refer to the FAQ section for more information on accountability and expectations.

GALLERY

Meet Your Educators

Thao Lopes

@hair.by.thao

MAPPING YOUR FOUNDATION
Your rows are only as strong as the foundation they’re built on. In this class, we take a technical approach to bone structure, sectioning strategy, and scalp elasticity so you can customize your installs for every head shape. You’ll learn to avoid high-risk placements that cause tension and discomfort, and instead master how to lay the groundwork for long-lasting comfort and seamless blends. This is where expert-level installs begin.
Sydney Bowman

@sydney_bowman12

FLAWLESS FOUNDATION
This class focuses on the mechanics that make or break your beadwork—the true foundation of every row. You’ll learn how to create consistent beads, maintain even tension, find the correct tension gap, and spot mistakes that lead to incorrect or uneven beadwork. We’ll also cover how body positioning and hand placement impact your precision. Inconsistent beadwork weakens the entire row—this class shows you how to avoid it with clean, consistent technique.
Renee McNally

@reneemcnallyhair

PRECISION WITH CLIPPING & STITCHING
These final steps of your install can make or break the row. You’ll learn how to clip wefts securely to prevent shifting or looseness that can cause bubbles or waviness in the row. We’ll cover correct needle placement, tight and precise stitching, and how to secure the row without creating bulk. These finishing touches are what keep your rows tight, flat, and seamless from start to finish.
Nikki Stanek

@stitchedbynikki

ADVANCED PLACEMENT
This class dives into placement strategies that go beyond your traditional 1 and 2-row installs. You’ll learn how and when to use 3+ rows, mini rows, nape rows, split rows, and more-expanding your ability to customize for unique client needs. We’ll cover how to section and build rows with purpose while supporting style flexibility and keeping scalp health a priority.
Jenn Calloway

@jenn_kashmir_salon

SCALP SCIENCE
This class takes an in-depth look at scalp health and how it directly impacts your installs. You’ll learn how to assess scalp elasticity, density, and movement—and how each of these factors should guide your placement, beadwork, and weight distribution. We’ll cover how to identify for sensitive or reactive areas, and make informed decisions that protect the integrity of the scalp over time. Understanding what’s happening beneath your foundation is essential to creating long-lasting, comfortable installs.
Sydney Bowman

@sydney_bowman12

TROUBLESHOOTING & REINSTALLS
Assessing growouts, developing an eye for adjusting your technique to solve issues, and creating efficiency without sacrificing your technique.

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