Chop Lloyd- 2 Day Workshop - Sonder Academy - Melbourne

John Lloyd – Founder of Chop Studio KL | Mizutani Ambassador | @choplloyd John Lloyd is a hybrid hairdresser-barber leading the charge in Asia’s modern hair scene. Starting his career at 15, he built his foundation under mentors trained by Toni & Guy and Vidal Sassoon, developing a strong technical eye early on. Based in Kuala Lumpur, John is the founder of Chop Studio a space that’s set a new standard for hair in the city. It’s not just a studio; it’s a hub. A place where quality, creativity, and education meet. Through Chop, John has played a key role in bringing some of the world’s top haircutting educators to Southeast Asia, helping lift the bar for the whole region. He’s also a Mizutani PAM, a title given to only a handful of stylists worldwide. It’s a nod to his technical ability and the respect he’s earned within the global hair community. This two-day session is your chance to learn directly from John, his approach, his systems, and his mindset behind the chair. Day 1: (3 Live Demos) • Real-time cuts on male and female models • How to build shape for the individual , not based on gender • Adapting your technique for different hair types and lifestyles • A behind-the-scenes look at how John builds his brand and grows on social media • A breakdown of how he approaches consultations and client connection Day 2: Hands-On Workshop • Cutting with purpose • Mastering suitability, choosing haircuts based on the individual • Mastering shape, sectioning & scissor work. • Working with texture and creating different layering patterns • Individual coaching and feedback throughout the day with john and Sonder Academy Educators Includes a mannequin (valued at $119.95) so you can apply everything you learn, right there in the room. This is for barbers and stylists who take them selves seriously not just technically, but in how they think about hair, branding, and the future of the industry. Spots are limited. Don’t miss it.