The London School of Barbering has partnered with U Academy to launch a flagship training center in Kolkata

The London School of Barbering (LSB), the UK’s premier institution for professional barbering and hairdressing training, proudly announces its partnership with U Academy to launch a state-of-the-art training centre in Kolkata. Located at Radiant Park, 4th Floor, 201, New Park Street, Park Circus, Beniapukur, Kolkata – 700017, this collaboration marks a major milestone in bringing world-class grooming education to India.
This partnership represents a shared commitment to elevating standards across both barbering and hairdressing disciplines, providing Indian learners access to expert-led, practical training and globally accredited qualifications. The London School of Barbering is honored to contribute to the Level 2 and 3 RQF Hairdressing & Barbering program, with LSB educators delivering immersive, hands-on sessions on-site at U Academy.
“We believe in building professionals, not just teaching styles. Partnering with U Academy allows the London School of Barbering to bring its gold-standard education in both barbering and hairdressing to India’s next generation of grooming talent. Together, we’re shaping future-ready professionals with global mobility and real-world confidence,” said Michael Kontos, Creative Director, London School of Barbering.
“Originality Never Ends, and that’s the ethos we’re bringing to U Academy. This collaboration is about more than just technical skill; it’s about fostering a new generation of artists who can push boundaries and define their own style. We’re excited to ignite a creative fire in Indian students and provide them with a platform to become globally recognized innovators in the grooming industry,” said JJ Savani, Creative Director, ONE (Originality Never Ends) Studio and Ikon Man UK.
“Partnering with the London School of Barbering Global Icon like Patrick Cameron and JJ Savani is a monumental step for U Academy. This collaboration enables us to bring a globally recognized, gold-standard curriculum to aspiring professionals in Kolkata. We are not merely teaching a craft; we are building careers and empowering our students with the skills and confidence to succeed internationally,” said Shahnawaz Nayyer,Founder & Managing Director, U Academy.
U Academy curriculum is not limited to novices but also to established professionals who are craving to upgrade their knowledge and skills to keep up with ever-changing global beauty trends. At U Academy, you can enroll in crash courses and master classes from industry legends, i.e., JJ Savani from London school of Barbering, Patrcik cameron from Access Long Hair – NZ, Jagori Pal Nayyer -Ex Capability Manager -Wella, Janice, and Questor from Creators Craftsman -Singapore.