Certification Pathway
Level 1 & Level 2 Certifications
The Rëzo Curriculum
The Rëzo Education program is structured into three distinct levels of training. This page provides a breakdown of Level 1, Level 2, and the Masterclass to outline the progression of education.
Level 1: Rëzo Cuts + Rëzo Lites
Level 1 introduces the core principles of the Rëzo cutting method. Across two days, participants build a foundational understanding of curl structure, technique, and approach.
Over two days, you will build a foundational understanding of curl behavior, shape, and structure through guided theory and hands-on practice.
Day 1: Theory, Structure & Foundations
Day 1 focuses on understanding the core theory behind the Rëzo method and how it applies to cutting curly hair with intention.
You will cover:
- Consultation process and how to assess client needs
- Understanding curl patterns and hair behavior
- Sectioning techniques and how they support structure and balance
- Introduction to Rëzo foundational cutting techniques
- Overview of shape, proportion, and control in curly cutting
The focus of Day 1 is building the theoretical and technical foundation needed to understand how curls respond to structured cutting.
Day 2: Lites, Color & Practical Application
Day 2 focuses on expanding foundational knowledge into color placement and practical execution.
You will cover:
- Introduction to Rëzo Lites technique
- Fundamentals of color placement for curly hair
- How light and dimension interact with curl structure
- Integration of color concepts with foundational cutting principles
- Hands-on application with educator guidance and feedback
The focus of Day 2 is understanding how cutting and color work together to enhance shape, dimension, and curl expression.
Level 2: Advanced Cutting Techniques
Level 2 builds on the foundational techniques from Level 1 and focuses on advancing precision, structure, and application within the Rëzo method.
Day 1: Review, Integration & Advanced Foundations
Day 1 focuses on reinforcing Level 1 techniques and beginning their integration into advanced cutting applications.
You will cover:
- Review of Level 1 foundational cutting techniques
- Refinement of sectioning, shape, and curl analysis
- Understanding how foundational techniques translate into advanced work
- Introduction to the 4 Rëzo signature cuts: The Classic Rëzo Cut, The Bob, The Shag, and Zero Degrees Elevation
- Guided hands-on practice with educator support
The focus of Day 1 is bridging foundational knowledge with advanced execution and understanding how structure evolves across different shapes and silhouettes.
Day 2: Signature Cuts & Business Application
Day 2 focuses on continued technical development and application of the Rëzo signature cuts, while introducing the professional and business side of the craft.
You will cover:
- Continued practice of the 4 Rëzo signature cuts: The Classic Rëzo Cut, The Bob, The Shag, and Zero Degrees Elevation
- Refinement of advanced sectioning, balance, and shape control
- Application across different curl patterns and densities
- Introduction to the business side of the Rëzo cutting method
- Social media strategy for stylists
- Hashtag usage and digital visibility fundamentals
- Real-time educator feedback and technical refinement
The focus of Day 2 is strengthening advanced execution while beginning to understand how to present, position, and grow your work professionally.
Outcome of Level 2
By the end of Level 2, participants will have a clear understanding of the 4 Rëzo signature cuts and the ability to execute them with precision, while also gaining foundational insight into business and visibility strategies as a stylist.
The Rëzo Experience
5 DAY MASTERCLASS
Nubia Rëzo's Masterclass: 5 Day Experience
The Rëzo Masterclass is an advanced 5-day educational experience focused on live assessment, technical refinement, and professional portfolio development. Across five days, participants work closely with educators and build toward a complete, real-world application of the Rëzo method, including direct work with Nubia Suarez, the Queen of Curls.
Days 1–3: Live Assessment & Technical Development
The first three days focus on live assessment, technical refinement, and advanced skill evaluation.
You will cover:
- Live assessment and guidance from Nubia Suarez
- Evaluation of cutting techniques and execution
- Refinement of Rëzo Lites application and placement
- Advanced cutting technique review and correction
- Personalized feedback and technical improvement plan
The focus of Days 1–3 is identifying strengths, refining technique, and elevating precision through direct educator feedback and hands-on correction.
Day 4: Live Consultation & Client Application
Day 4 focuses on real-world application through live model work and client interaction.
You will cover:
- Live consultation with a model
- Assessment of curl type, needs, and goals
- Application of cutting and styling techniques
- Hands-on execution of a complete service from consultation to finish
- Educator guidance during live work
The focus of Day 4 is translating technical knowledge into a full client experience, from consultation through execution.
Day 5: Portfolio Development & Professional Imagery
Day 5 focuses on presentation, branding, and professional portfolio building.
You will cover:
- Final refinement of completed looks
- Professional styling and finishing techniques
- Editorial-style work preparation
- Professional photoshoot in the Rëzo studio
- Portfolio creation and content development
The focus of Day 5 is capturing your work at a professional level and building a portfolio that reflects your technical and artistic growth.
Outcome of the Masterclass
By the end of the 5-day Masterclass, participants will have undergone live technical assessment, real-world client application, and professional portfolio development, resulting in a complete advanced learning experience within the Rëzo method.
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