More Than Just Locs™ Education
Hybrid Loc Academy
Two Paths of Professional Training for the Modern Loc Specialist.
Technique. Foundation. Intention.
Program Overview
Two Paths. One Standard of Excellence.
The Academy trains the modern loc specialist through two paths of professional education — combining live instruction, hands-on practice, and a structured curriculum.
Format
Live in-person + virtual components
Location
Alotta Locs™ Luxury Loc Salon, Detroit
Cohort
Small group — limited enrollment
Eligibility
Aspiring and practicing loc professionals
Two Paths of Professional Training
Choose the Path That Fits Your Journey.
Start your loc career or prepare for the next step toward official Sisterlocks™ certification. Both paths are built on the same standard of intentional, technique-forward education.
Traditional Loc Training
Loctician Apprenticeship
Hands-on training in loc cultivation, maintenance, microlocs, loc repair, and professional salon practices for aspiring locticians. Ends with an Alotta Locs™ Certificate of Completion.
Investment
$950–$1,800
Varies by training level and needs. Non-refundable. Enrollment opens December 1st, sessions begin January 12, 2027.
Certification Preparation
ALHS Sisterlocks™ Mentorship
A four-month mentorship for those who have completed initial Sisterlocks™ training — mannequin practice, supervised client work, and skill development in preparation for official Sisterlocks certification.
Investment
$1,800
Includes a $500 non-refundable deposit. Enrollment opens December 1st, sessions begin January 12, 2027.
Enrollment is confirmed after payment. All training investments are non-refundable. Completion does not grant professional licensure; official Sisterlocks™ certification is separate and subject to its own requirements.
Curriculum
What You'll Learn.
Foundations & Grid Architecture
Grid design, sectioning, scalp mapping, and the decisions that shape a loc journey.
Starter Loc Techniques
Two-strand twists, interlocking, comb coils, and palm rolling — done with consistency.
Maintenance & Retightening
A repeatable retightening system: timing, product application, and early intervention.
Scalp Health & Assessments
Client-centered consultations that support long-term scalp and loc health.
Repair & Correction
Practical strategies for thinning, breakage, unraveling, and grid inconsistencies.
The Business Side
Pricing, client retention, and professional systems for a sustainable loc career.
Learning Outcomes
What You'll Walk Away With.
Your Instructor
Kathy H. English
Founder & CEO, Alotta Locs™ · Licensed Natural Hair Culturist
Kathy H. English is the Founder of Alotta Locs™ Luxury Loc Salon in Detroit and the founder of the MORE THAN JUST LOCS™ education platform.
As a Licensed Natural Hair Culturist and loc educator, she is committed to advancing the loc profession through technical education, intentional practice, and professional development.
From Our Students
“I thoroughly enjoyed the program, appreciated the small group sessions and 1:1 time. It was a valuable experience — and I know if I had the time to dedicate to it, I'd be an exceptional loctician with your training, guidance, and wealth of knowledge.”
Ready to Elevate Your Practice?
Join the Hybrid Loc Academy.
Have questions about either training path? Email the instructor directly at alottalocs@gmail.com and get a thorough, personal response.
This program was designed to meet the standards of LARA Guidelines