Dads Can Do Hair Too

DADS CAN DO HAIR TOO

Course Description:

Have you ever struggled to brush out tangles, create a neat ponytail or attempt a plait in your daughter’s hair?

Dads Can Do Hair Too! is a fun, practical and interactive course designed specifically for dads who would love to learn how to style and care for their young daughters’ hair.

The course aims to take the stress out of hairstyling and give dads the confidence and practical skills to manage everyday hairstyles at home.

From mastering the perfect ponytail to learning simple plaits, buns and beautiful everyday styles, participants will learn professional techniques in a relaxed, friendly and supportive environment.

No previous hairstyling experience is necessary!

Course Objectives

By the end of the course, participants will have the confidence and practical skills to:

• Brush and detangle hair correctly and comfortably.
• Understand different hair types and basic haircare.
• Section hair neatly and use styling tools correctly.
• Create ponytails, pigtails and everyday hairstyles.
• Learn basic three-strand plaiting techniques.
• Create simple buns and half-up styles.
• Use hair accessories, clips, grips and bobbins.
• Create quick hairstyles for school, weekends and special occasions.

Proposed Course Breakdown

Week 1 – Haircare, Brushing & Ponytails

• Understanding different hair types and textures.
• Learning how to brush and detangle hair correctly.
• Choosing the right brushes, combs and accessories.
• Learning basic sectioning techniques.
• Creating neat ponytails, high and low ponytails and pigtails.
• Tips for achieving tidy, secure everyday styles.

Week 2 – Plaits & Everyday Styling

• Learning the basic three-strand plait.
• Practising regular plaiting techniques.
• Creating simple single and double plaits.
• Learning half-up, half-down hairstyles.
• Using grips, clips, bows and accessories.
• Combining techniques to create attractive everyday hairstyles.

Week 3 – Buns, Upstyles & Putting It All Together

• Creating simple buns and upstyles.
• Hairstyles for parties and special occasions.
• Revisiting ponytails and plaiting techniques.
• Practical styling demonstrations and hands-on practice.
• Individual guidance and troubleshooting.
• Building confidence to recreate hairstyles independently at home.

Teaching Method

The course will be delivered through professional demonstrations, step-by-step instruction and hands-on practice.

Each session will focus on developing practical skills, with participants given the opportunity to practise techniques and receive individual guidance.

The atmosphere will be relaxed, enjoyable and inclusive, ensuring everyone feels comfortable regardless of their starting ability.

The emphasis will be on achievable hairstyles that dads can confidently recreate at home.

Benefits of the Course

This course offers more than just practical hairstyling skills.

It provides dads with the confidence to become more involved in their daughters’ everyday routines, encourages independence and creates an opportunity to learn something new in a fun and positive environment.

Participants will leave with practical skills they can use every day, making school mornings and special occasions that little bit easier.

Conclusion

Dads Can Do Hair Too! is an enjoyable and practical adult education course designed to give fathers the confidence to take on another part of their daughters’ daily routine.

Whether it’s mastering a simple ponytail, learning a regular plait or creating a special occasion hairstyle, the aim is to show dads that hairstyling doesn’t have to be complicated.

Because doing your daughter’s hair is a skill every dad can learn!

Course Day & Time: Monday evening 7:30 – 9.30pm

Start Date: 01/03/2027 

Cost: €55

Course Format: In class with tutor

Duration: 3 weeks – Maximum of 10 students in class

Enrolment: Opens on Tuesday the 8th of December at 10am. You can enrol online then by clicking on 'Enrol Here' button.

Tutor: Ciara Burke Hair & Makeup

Ciara Burke is an Irish professional hair and makeup artist with over 25 years of experience in the beauty industry. She operates her own business, Ciara Burke Hair & Makeup, and also works as a Hair & Makeup Artist with Virgin Media Television, styling on-screen talent. With extensive professional experience, Ciara is passionate about sharing her knowledge, teaching practical skills and helping others develop confidence in hairstyling.

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