Montreal Barber Academy

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CUTTING CLUB ACADEMY

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Cutting Club Academy
28 Rue Saint-Paul E.

OUR VISION

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Cutting Club Academy (CCA) is a modern barber academy in Montreal that blends traditional barbering with contemporary men’s hairstyling. Founded by the renowned Crisp Barbershop, CCA was established to fill the gap in quality barber training in the city. Its mission is to properly train and support the next generation of barbers through well-rounded programs that emphasize both technical skill and creative expression. Drawing from global influences gathered by its experienced educators, CCA offers a unique approach that views barbering as both a lifestyle and an art.

With a focus on technique, innovation, and passion, CCA prepares students for lasting success in the industry.

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OUR CLASSES

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EXPERIENCED EDUCATORS

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RAYMOND

Raymond Vang is a co-owner of Crisp Barbershop - the Village, and one of the main educators at Cutting Club Academy. With over 10 years of experience in men's hairdressing, he has worked in many different shops and has formed over 30 barbers in the crisp brand in the last 5 years. Raymond has gained a lot of education through teaching and taking advanced classes with european educators, which has allowed him to develop his own style of cutting that is both efficient and precise. He is known for his social skills, leadership, and creativity, and is one of montreal's most versatile barbers at the age of 26.
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BENAVIDES

Olivier Benavides, also known as Benavides, is a key member of the Crisp brand and the head of education for Cutting Club Academy. With over 5 years of experience in men's hairdressing, he specializes in creative cuts and precision, and is known for his immaculate attention to detail. He has traveled the world, including New York and Milan, to gather knowledge, and is not afraid to mix salon techniques with his barber skills. He recently joined the Wahl education team and has hosted classes across the province, as well as being on stage at the Olympic Stadium for the last perfecto show by Cantin. As an educator, he has designed a class that will allow potential barbers to have the same vision as him.
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NEXT SESSION

"BECOME A BARBER"

September 30th, 2025

6—9PM • 10 weeks

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