ACADEMY X- FOUNDATION OF MENS grooming & FORM
Where foundation meets the purity of art, and craft meets culture. Led by Aiden Xydis, founder of barber x, Sydney Australia. Academy X is more than a course — it’s a system that transforms how artists view the concept & execution of men's cutting & grooming.
about ACADEMY X
Academy X is an immersive, hands-on education platform designed for hairdressers and barbers who refuse to plateau. Delivered in your salon, Aiden works directly with your team in their own environment, translating high-level techniques into everyday results.
It’s not a stage show or a one-off demo. Academy X is practical education with immediate application — tailored to ignite passion, sharpen technical ability, and instil a deeper understanding and appreciation of form, structure, and movement with the art of men's cutting and grooming.
academy x theory & mission
At the heart of Academy X is a clear philosophy:
Aiden teaches more than “how” to cut — he breaks down the why: why sections matter, why angles change outcomes, why theory unlocks freedom. Students are taught to read the hair, feel the form, and make decisions that create predictable, professional, client-ready results.
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The mission: to raise the standard of modern men’s cutting & grooming by combining a new thoughtful approach & system executed with precision, but allowing rooms for creativity — giving stylists the tools to adapt, evolve, and deliver finished looks that are both timeless and on-trend.
the goals of the academy x foundation
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The Academy X Foundation program (built around Aiden's the three cornerstone forms) has one clear aim: to create stronger, more confident men's cutters and groomers.
Key goals:
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Technical precision → teach sectioning, tension, and blending so every stylist gains control over outcomes.
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Shape awareness → train the eye to see balance, silhouette, and how small adjustments change the overall look.
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Adaptability → move seamlessly between classic and modern looks, applying the same techniques in multiple ways.
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Client confidence → improve consultation, body language, and communication so every client leaves feeling understood and elevated.
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Efficiency + consistency → build speed without losing quality, giving stylists the ability to serve more clients while protecting the salons brand and integrity.
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The Foundation isn’t just about learning haircuts — it’s about building a platform that supports every future cut, every future client, and every future stage of you teams career.
