01Hairdressing Foundations
An 8-day hands-on intensive covering salon standards, tool mastery, and foundational cutting forms. Maximum 6 students.
$999 CAD + GST
Tools and materials not included.
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Study Under a European-Trained Stylist.Hands-on hairdressing intensives in Vancouver, BC

Sergii Makieiev
Founder & Lead Instructor
Makiev International Hair Academy is a private studio in Vancouver, BC, founded on the belief that every enthusiast deserves a strong technical start. The Makiev Method™ combines classical European techniques with modern precision — taught through focused, small-group intensives.
From first steps to refined techniques — find the right intensive for you
01An 8-day hands-on intensive covering salon standards, tool mastery, and foundational cutting forms. Maximum 6 students.
$999 CAD + GST
Tools and materials not included.
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02An 8-day hands-on intensive covering colour theory, lightening, balayage, and individual colour planning. Maximum 6 students.
$999 CAD + GST
Tools and materials not included.
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03An 8-day intensive on complex layering, overdirection, texturizing, and proportion control. For those with foundational experience. Maximum 6 students.
$999 CAD + GST
Tools and materials not included.
Learn MoreMakiev International Hair Academy offers stand-alone skill-building intensives and workshops for personal enrichment and technique development. These programs are not approved by the Private Training Institutions Regulatory Unit (PTIRU) and do not lead to a career training credential, diploma, or license to practice hairdressing in British Columbia.
A Certificate of Attendance is issued upon completion to confirm your participation and demonstrated skills. This certificate is not equivalent to a PTIRU-approved credential.
Any intensive or workshop with fewer than 3 enrolled students may be cancelled. Full refund issued in this case.








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How It Works
Book a free consultation to discuss your goals and choose the right intensive for your level
Sign the agreement, complete the payment, and get access to your student dashboard
Learn from Sergii Makieiev using the Makiev Method™ with hands-on practice on mannequins and models
Complete the intensive, receive your Certificate of Attendance, and keep growing with confidence
The Makiev Method™ completely changed how I approach haircutting. The attention to hand positioning and body mechanics made everything click. Best decision I ever made for my career.
Elena Petrova
Hairdressing Foundations — Vancouver, BC
FAQ
Next intake: August 30, 2026 · 5 seats
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