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Wahl is Searching for America's Best Barber

This is more than just a competition—it's a stage where the most talented barbers come together to showcase their artisty, push the boundaries of their craft, and battle for the title of American Barber of the Year.

How it Works

PART 01
THE ONLINE BATTLE

Five finalists from the online battle will compete in a live battle at Premiere Orlando.

Create Your Cut

Use Wahl tools to execute the best cut you can.

Film the Step-By-Step

Create a 3-5 minute video of you walking through your cut.

Snap Final Photos

Submit three photos (front, side, back) for judging.

ONLINE SUBMISSION DEADLINE: APRIL 18 for Wahl VIPs

PART 02
THE LIVE BATTLE

 

WHERE: PREMIERE ORLANDO

WHEN: JUNE 1

 

5 FINALISTS THAT ATTEND WILL RECEIVE

• 2-day pass for the model and artist for Premiere Orlando ($260 value)

• Barber Combo and Vanish Shaver ($400 Value)

• Exclusive dinner with our team of Wahl Artists

• Finalist shout out on social media

• Finalist plaque

 

Artist and model are responsible for their own travel expenses to Premiere Orlando.

Prizes

The winners of the live battle are eligible for the prizes below.

If the 1st place winner can't attend 2026 battle the 2nd runner-up will take their place.

1st Place

• All expense paid trip for winner and model to compete in Wahl's 2026 Global Barber Battle in Chicago, IL ($6,000 value)

• A spot on the Wahl 2026 Amabassador Team

• America's Barber of the Year Trophy

• $1,500 in Wahl tools

2nd Place

• $1,000 in Wahl tools

• Trophy

3rd Place

• $950 in Wahl tools

• Trophy

Judges

Each cut will be evaluated by industry-leading Wahl Educators and Future Makers.

 

Kevin Nguyen
@yakuzabarber

John Carmona
@titan_barber

Trevor Moots
@Tailorfade

Nieves Almaraz
@howtofadehair

Enroll Now

ONLINE SUBMISSION DEADLINE: APRIL 12

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