About Us
Meet Talisha
Our Mission
To teach modern, healthy hair-braiding techniques that build real confidence and real clientele—one student, one braid, one booking at a time.
Who We Are
Talisha Irving Braid Academy offers hands-on braid education in Gainesville, FL and Atlanta, GA. We specialize in protective styles—knotless and box braids, cornrows, stitch braids, Senegalese twists, & kinky twists — taught in small groups and personalized 1:1 sessions.
Who Our Classes Are For
Beginners who want pro-level fundamentals
Self-taught braiders who need consistency and speed
Working stylists adding protective styles to their service menu
Teens (14+) interested in a creative, income-ready skill
Teaching Philosophy
Great braiding starts with the foundations: precise sectioning, consistent tension, and sanitation. From there, Talisha builds speed and symmetry without sacrificing client comfort. Every lesson connects technique to real-world service flow—consultation, timing, pricing, and photos.
What You’ll Learn (at a glance)
Foundations: sectioning patterns, anchoring, tool setup, sanitation
Knotless & Box: feed-in technique, knotless starts, sealing ends
Cornrows & Stitch: hand position, stitch definition, symmetry
Extensions & Color: prep, blending, length planning
Client Readiness: timing, pricing, aftercare, portfolio photos, booking setup
