Reviews of American Barber Institute (Barber Shop)

Blanca Cool

I read all the reviews before I decide to go to this school. Two 1 star reviews got my attention. Plus The ways the owner responded to the negative reviews helped me decided not to go to this school.

A'La Mode Salon & Spa

It was a great expierence. Talented and highly professional. Great institution!

Nancy Moreau

As a student here I've experienced nothing but greatness... friendly staff... fun atmosphere. .. you get what you put in.... if your eager to learn this is the place to be... teachers are helpful at all time... I recommend this school to anyone wanting to be a barber.... they give you the KY you need to be a successful barber..

Blanca Cool

I read all the reviews before I decide to go to this school. Two 1 star reviews got my attention. Plus The ways the owner responded to the negative reviews helped me decided not to go to this school.

Amerak Gemini

I'm wondering do they still do woman hair like the first place that was on 29th & 8th ave??

Keia Robins

A.B.I. is an amazing school they help you with everything that you need to make it as a barber. They don't just teach you and that's it they make sure that the students get the best of everything from book knowledge to actually working in a shop. I went to ABI in 2014 and still go to the school whenever I'm in New York. The teachers are great the office staff is great everyone from the top alway down to the students are helpful and if I had to I would do it all again. It's not just learning at ABI it's a family that you never forget.. Thank You ABI family for everything the school has done for me.. It's a clean place to learn get a hair cut everyone is professional as a student I was pleased and as a customer I am always pleased...

Tim Kincaid

ABI is a wonderful school. The instructors are easy to approach & are efficient at making sure we know all we need to know about becoming the best barber we can be. I would recommend ABI to anyone seeking to become a barber.

Elizabeth Almonte

Wow! after 4 months of training I truly feel like a professional Master Barber. I became licensed and employed. I couldn’t do this without such a good support system. American Barber Institute has shown me the way to success and I am so happy that my life changed for the better.

jayla dube

Rate and review AMERICAN BARBER INSTITUTE, 48 W 39th St, New York, NY 10018 jayla dube Your review will be posted publicly on the web. Learn more I got my hair cut here every month by for twelve years by America Barber Institute. Never had a major problem, the school is great and the teachers are pretty cool. The student was a really good listener, had a good recommendation and I love my cut. I have curly hair which is hard to cut and have been suffering from some bad styles recently. I'll be going back to the American Barber Institute for sure. The staff was super friendly too.

Fredrick Daniels

I was a student and I enjoyed being a student. After styling women hair for years I decide to get my master barber license to enhance my cutting skills as well as to really get into grooming men. I learned so much and have grown so much as a stylist. What a great place to learn new skills, good for those entering appearance enhancement business, or to open your own shop. Thanks ABI for a great experience

Harry Oswell

Great instructors, they care about what theyre doing and theyre very helpfl. Ecery one gets ong retty well here. I look forward to coming each day.

Lakesha Williams

Dope!!!! The best teachers very friendly environment LOTS of people to practice on awesome experience!!!! I give it 5 stars!!!

Ali Kanch

The entire haircut took about hour and a half. I understand these are student and learning for the first time. I do not have an issue with that. It's with the instructors they are taking their own sweet time leaving the students hanging. They are also getting their own haircuts. I had to go else where to finish my haircut as it was not done well. I went there to give student a chance and practice but I wish the instructors were helpful. There were other students helping each other. If I had to give this place a great review it would be because of a student name Troy who literally help the student who was doing my haircut.

Michael Miller

Unbelievable price!! And student barbers are professional. NY gem for real!!

Matty Marks

I cannot stress enough how amazing this school is and how much it has changed my life for the better. The owner, Alex, truly cares about all of the students and puts his heart and soul into making sure that each and every one gets put on the right path to success. When I started, I knew almost nothing about cutting hair. Within 4 months, I was ready to confidently apply to be an apprentice. Thanks to the school's job placement efforts, I was given a lead that resulted in having a job the very next day after my graduation! This will not be the experience of everyone who attends the school because I went to the right interview at the right time, but I guarantee that anyone considering going here will be incredibly happy with the job placement efforts of the staff. And speaking of the staff, the instructors are AMAZING!!!! I decided to change careers at 31 years old, and ABI gave me the instruction and opportunity to turn my life around. My teachers were Josue, Harold, Frank, and Dave. I can go on and on and on and on about how each one of them individually helped me to step my game up. So, in conclusion, from the ownership to the instruction to the accommodations to the atmosphere, this is a 5 Star school in every way. Thank you, American Barber Institute!!!!!!!

american wealth

great school affordable tuition cool teacher

Khurram Waqas

I have been coming to American barber institute for years ! I love my haircuts they come out perfect

calogero plauzio

I began at the Barber institute in July and in 2 weeks I was already cutting hair for actual people. All the staff and teachers are very helpful and respectful. They work with the pace you need and help in various elements. I learned many key terms when it comes to cutting hair. They have taught me how to get out of my comfort zone and try new things. When I’m in the class the teachers closely work with us on preparing for the final exam at the end of this course. I still have to finish the course but already in 2 months I see major progression with not only my skills with cutting hair but my customer care skills and accommodating the client.

Suaiden & Kaplan Installations

Wanted to try something new and learn to cut hair. Found this school and ever since l left I've started a side business styling hair. Thank God going well so far. I've kept in touch with management and they've been very helpful.

sullieking .

Great place and great people!

Dawn Williams

My name is Dawn Williams... A.B.I was a great school for me. The staff made me feel welcome and at home. I know nothing about cutting hair. A.B.I taught me everything i needed to know. Now I'm in a barbershop making alot of money. Also i would like to extend my gratitude to Alex & Felix because Acess VR took so long to pay fro the program, that they let me stay in the school. Theu worked with me me until it was paid. Thanks to Alex & Felix. If it wasn't for you guys hanging in there with me, i don't know where i would be today! I'll recommend anyone to atend ABI INSTITUTE!! GREAT JOB!!.....GREAT SCHOOL!!!

sullieking

Great place and great people!

E Milton

I went early in the day to get a quick trim, just take the clippers and trim me up real quick, nothing special, hell my girlfriend does it for me and she is not a barber. No disrespect, but the dude was musky early in the morning, when he lifted his arm to trim, the funk was baked into his shirt which he must have several times without washing it. Dudes entire hygiene game was not on point. When dealing with the public bath and come to work in clean clothes, and of course he could not cut hair at all, did not give a damn that day or does not really want to become a barber. Worst cut ever, if a barber does not have hygiene he should not be allowed to complete hours at the school.

cinthia almonte

About how much does it cost?

Ragga Raaw

I would like to say anyone who is looking for a good school for babering need to check out this school first. I had the opportunity to attend this school and for me it was great experince. My name is Adrian and i am one of the Tribeca family.

Tim Hoffman

While on a recent visit to NYC, I needed a haircut. Happened upon this one and decided to go for it. While I admit that $6.00 for a haircut and beard trim clinched the deal, I was so glad I went. The gentleman who cut my hair did exactly what I wanted and went the extra mile for me. He's hoping to open up a mobile salon and I wish him well. I ended up giving him a tip that exceeded the combined cost. Next time you are in The Big Apple, look for an excuse to get your hair cut and visit A.B.I.

NYC EVENTS

Perfect helpful staff I love the haircuts, I go every week

allen hill

Good barber school

Gala Infante

GREAT SCHOOL, GREAT STAFF, GREAT STUDENTS. :)10+

Joseph Huckabee

ABI has been really helpful. The teachers have helped me a lot here. If you want to learn, you totally will.

Des

horrible school i don't reccomend it to anyone they take your money and they don't teach you nothing...all the instructors are interested in is trying to get in your pants..if your not a nice looking woman you have 0% chance of learning anything.They pay a girl to come in every once in a while to come in and try and make you write a good review.Hands down the school is a fraud! dont waste your money shop around and find a better place to learn how to cut hair.

Salvador Morillo

Great cuts at a cheap price. What else can be said.....

Jerry DeLorenzo

Great School, Taught me everything i needed to learn in order to have a solid career in Barbering

Isidore Branham

I came across this program because I Im interested in Barbering access vr helped pay for the program and I have been cutting hair hair consistently. The Master barber program is what I paid for, and it has helped me learn Barbering mr brown taught me how to fade, I cut 10 different haircuts in 4 hours! I have a shop on 221 Bronxwood Avenue abi gave me what I need to become a better barber

Demetre Edwards

Great place for a cut. Great atmosphere, fun environment and good prices. All the barbers are trained or are in training. You will leave here pleased with your cut. If you are looking for a place in the city, midtown area this is the place to be. Never left unsatisfied.

friedston bowen

Excellent first peek will follow up!

The Marksman

Great instructors, great staff, lots of solidarity among the students, affordable tuition, and if you ever have a situation, the school is always willing to work with you. Attending ABI was one of the best experiences of my life. However, the calibre of clients are some of the best and worst (mostly the worst) people New York City has to offer. I highly recommend ABI to any prospective student.

yuliya rudyakova

I bring my son for haircuts at ABI all the time. its a great school and they give very professional haircuts.

Sunny Jamil

I don't dislike the place; I dislike that the closing hours are dependent on the whims of management. It is truly anticlimactic to run in order to arrive well before 6 PM only to find out that "we were supposed to close at 5 today." The hours are not clear!

Rohit Masih

Very good school

daniel zholendz

I went to American barber institute for a fresh cut. Student was very good.

yenta club

Alex is the most respected person in the business. He treats everyone as if they're his only student. You really learn how to cut/style hair. And he'll even help you set up a Barber shop and try to the best of his ability to insure success in today's competitive market. Greatest school experience!

Thorinn Garcia

extremely talented master barbers in this school, all the instructors gave me professional teaching and I went from not knowing the difference in blade size to doing fades without putting much thought Into it, I would recommend attending this school for down to earth teachers and flexible schedules...plus gala is amazing she will make sure you are comfortable in this school no matter what.... I love abi and hope to teach one day...

Anonymous M

THIS IS THE MOST HONEST REVIEW YOU WILL SEE ON HERE. I am not a client that went to the school to get a haircut, I am an actual alumni!. If I didnt have to put a star I wouldn't dare! There are so many cons about this place its unbelievable!!!! PROS: 1) you get to learn about different type of clippers and how to "cut" hair. 2) grace period! 3) David, Storm, and maybe Mr. Brown 4) Morning class is 8am-2pm and the evening class is 2pm-8pm 5) its 4 months, 6 hours and 5 days a week 6) Sometimes the bakery next door gives the school Bagels and Cakes

ESCO LEFTY

Love this school !! Getting allot of practice

Tamara Bowe

As a student here at abi I see that the instructors are always there for the students.... There's always people to practice on... The staff is very friendly... Fun environment... I would recommend this school to anyone wanting to be a barber...

Ryan Benson

I understand that you get what you pay for. However when someone tells you that they've got a bunch of experience and you are simply asking for a trim, you don't expect him to take 45 minutes with the clippers and then have his instructor have to take over. Yeah, it's a classroom but it's not the resource room for barbers. I honestly fear for the poor shop that brings my guy aboard. He has no business cutting hair, he should be asking "do you want fries with that?"

Troy Hugie

This school will fully prepare you for the state Board exam and gives practical knowledge to succeed in your career services a barber

Jose Desucre

Love this school, because you learn quickly and there is always clients to practice on. I learned how to cut all different hair textures. Staff is friendly, especially Jazmin :)

Svetlana Sandal

ABI is a wonderful school, I had a great experience there. The stuff is wonderful and this is a great place to learn barbering!

Rich V

The school is a sham. They have a pretty black girl that goes around acting like she's interested in you, during the conversation she pulls out her tablet and gets you to write a good review. The place is very dirty and if your not a good looking woman, the instructors pay you no mind.

Ammar Tous

I'm having a great time at ABI. They're teaching me the fundamentals of barbering so I can pass the barber's exam and get my license as quickly as possible

Raymond Lopez

awesome experience... love the environment and the best team of teachers.... blessings...

Resa Prince

This is the 3rd time in a week I've been here to get my haircut the wait time is longer than an actual barber shop there are 3 students to at least 15 people per haircut the last 2 times I had a referral this time I was willing to pay but after today I'll keep going to a professional barber shop

yair fazylov

America barber Institute Is the best barber school in nyc I guarantee it. This school provides so much hands on training it’s impossible failing the master barber exam after attending this school. The owner Alex is a really amazing guy he truly cares about each of this students and he works with you until the day you finish the school. All the teachers David, brown,and storm are amazing you won’t find any other teachers that are passionate about teaching like them. This barber school is really amazing

iskender DOE

People who run this place is very unprofessinal. More like a welfare center. Rather pay $20 and be treated like a human. Bold head glasses and black shirt should be fired

Lena Gold

Amazing place to start a new career!!! Obtained skills and experience to land a job that changed my life. Would recommend this place to everyone in search of new beginnings or looking to advance in existing career

marc powell

Great school and good people knowledgeable instructors.

Shaun Scripps

Great school with great teachers who meet your needs and help elevate your skills in the craft

jonathan ballaera

I can't say anything bad about ABI at all, all I can say is the training is very hands on. I had great teachers, and a great learning environment. What you see is what you get. This place has helped me shape myself into who I am today and I am proud to say after all the hard work I put in I am finally getting my Master Barber's License.

Resa Prince

This is the 3rd time in a week I've been here to get my haircut the wait time is longer than an actual barber shop there are 3 students to at least 15 people per haircut the last 2 times I had a referral this time I was willing to pay but after today I'll keep going to a professional barber shop

Martin Ramos

Real rude over the phone

John McGoldrick

Excellent experience! Great atmosphere. Juan did a grand job! Thank you. Good luck to all the trainees.

mario pagliuca

Good teachers good place to learn how to cut all types of hair.

yair fazylov

America barber Institute Is the best barber school in nyc I guarantee it. This school provides so much hands on training it’s impossible failing the master barber exam after attending this school. The owner Alex is a really amazing guy he truly cares about each of this students and he works with you until the day you finish the school. All the teachers David, brown,and storm are amazing you won’t find any other teachers that are passionate about teaching like them. This barber school is really amazing

tigerkorean koreancome

They don’t know what is difference between side hair and front hair. Some students are good, but other guys don’t have a talent. That barber shop is really sucks. People are not kind.

Isreal Santiago

Great haircuts for a good price cool barbers

Николай Серг

Choosing the right barber school was probably one of the most challenging steps in my life. I always wanted to be a barber. Thank God i called American Barber Institute. They stated me with basics, theory, and safety, sanitation, then moved me to practical room. I learned basic and advanced hair cuts, hot towel shave, designs and other cutting " tricks of the trade". American Barber Institute is the best school in NY. They always have lots and lots a cliends to learn on! Many of my friends just dream of becoming barbers, and here i am! Happy Barber! In 4 months of hands on training. Now, with my Master Barber License i am working in the Great Barber Shop. Thank you American Barber Institute

Ted Clayton

Been here a few times and was lucky to find some good barbers. Management also works hard and keeps the place in order.

Myke Stone

Good people

Richard Cacace Beauty

The best barber school in New York way better than the arrojo Barber Academy don't waste $13,000 going to a school that's not a real barber school the cosmetology school. This school is real Barber culture and you're going to get so much Hands-On practice and your first week you going to spend two months with a book in a classroom if you go to the other school

Wanda Abreu

Great school beautiful staff very helpful .... The best barbering school

Chris Candelaria

I definitely am enjoying my time here at the American Barber Institute. All the teachers at the establishment are very well trained and welcoming. They want to help you seek your full potential and learn everything you need to know when it comes to barbering. I would recommend the American Barber Institue to anyone who is interested in becoming a licensed barber.

Jermaine Escalera

I value my experience at American barber institute I’m getting my barber license and look forward to my promising career as a barber ! Best barber school in nyc

Adika Roberts

The was informitive, with great and helpful instructors

Isaak Levy

As a student here i have expirienced alot of things i wasnt sure i was capable of. In this place ifeel comfortable the teachers help me out alot and i learned alot. This school is very inspiring to me

iskender DOE

People who run this place is very unprofessinal. More like a welfare center. Rather pay $20 and be treated like a human. Bold head glasses and black shirt should be fired

Anthony DiBenedetto

Great instructors. 90% is hands on training of all hair types requesting fades, ceasars, baldies, straight edge razor shaves and shape ups. I do feel more concentration is given to the machines and less to shears (scissors). The management team is friendly, understanding, and kind.

george wiafe

Very good teachers, passed the state board very easy ! LOVE THIS SCHOOL

Darius Cureton

The institute is not bad once you can get in the chair. The students are talented and I havent had a bad cut since going there. However, they need a floor manager and a general manager if they are going to operate more efficiently as a business. There are usually barbers that are just sitting either on their phones or talking to the other barbers. Also, I have observed that it takes students who are just coming in a really long time to get set up. I'm not sure if there is some sort of gestation period before they can start practicums but it does look unprofessional on the business side. The general manager can be there to enforce a level of decorum, speed, and efficiency among the student barbers. This would free instructors to observe and inspect work. The floor manager should be in charge of customer turnover. The sign in/we will call your name method could work but customers should have updates and there should be someone to handle complaints and wait times who is professional and organized. It is the cheapest cut I have ever seen, but they could be so much better.

eddy lewis

This school is very fun and informational. All of the instructors are very talented and educational. They really take the time to teach you how to cut hair. This is a fun environment to work in. I feel very confident In my craft every day that I leave here. Best school ever!

JUAN GUTIERREZ

American Barber Institute was top notch. The school provided the perfect combination of hands on practice with and classroom training. The instructors are always available to help and monitor what's going on. This school helped me get my business going, and 12 years later we still have a strong relationship with ABI.

Anthony DiBenedetto

Great instructors. 90% is hands on training of all hair types requesting fades, ceasars, baldies, straight edge razor shaves and shape ups. I do feel more concentration is given to the machines and less to shears (scissors). The management team is friendly, understanding, and kind.

Olbil Reyes

My experience here at ABI was not at all a bad experience. I actually believe the school is pretty successful and it's slowly developing a bit more. I can surely say I got lots of good practice and feel more confident towards heading to a barbershop and showing off my skills. I thank the staff as well as the students, for letting this be a class I would actually want to show up too everyday.

Antonio Santiago

I never experienced a school quite like this before. I learned how to fade and many other cutting techniques. Great environment; everyone learns from one another.

ezra kaplan

Great school! Great Atmosphere. Alex (The owner) Gives out free haircuts to the poor and homeless in the area. Real role model in the business. Highly recommend!

John Amuta

Great place, nice staff

Michael Wilfred

By the end of this month I will be obtaining my Master Barber's License all thanks to ABI. I Feel totally prepared to take my test being that I have gained 100s of hours of hands on training here. Thanks to ABI I will achieve my goals and hopefully open my own barber shop before the year's end. Great school!

Lavar Foster

I have a little under three months left in the program at American barber institute , the master barber license is going to help me open my own. Shop and start my journey as an entrepreneur, what makes this program cool is I get constant practice which is making me a better barber

Richie Rekk

At ABI i had such a great experience, i came across great unique people, i always received support from students as well as teachers the owner Alex helped me get a job at a beautiful shop making great money today I’m at the school practicing for the state board exam to be certified, i strongly recommend people to come to this school they will prepare you for success

Samuel Christian

Free cuts from 4:30-6

Anthony LaForte

American Barber is the only school that creates Super Barbers!!!

george wiafe

Very good teachers, passed the state board very easy ! LOVE THIS SCHOOL

Darius Cureton

The institute is not bad once you can get in the chair. The students are talented and I havent had a bad cut since going there. However, they need a floor manager and a general manager if they are going to operate more efficiently as a business. There are usually barbers that are just sitting either on their phones or talking to the other barbers. Also, I have observed that it takes students who are just coming in a really long time to get set up. I'm not sure if there is some sort of gestation period before they can start practicums but it does look unprofessional on the business side. The general manager can be there to enforce a level of decorum, speed, and efficiency among the student barbers. This would free instructors to observe and inspect work. The floor manager should be in charge of customer turnover. The sign in/we will call your name method could work but customers should have updates and there should be someone to handle complaints and wait times who is professional and organized. It is the cheapest cut I have ever seen, but they could be so much better.

John Michel

I think the school is a great school I have been getting plenty of hands on experience! The teachers are great the staff is great I would recommend it to any student trying to get hands on experience

Tyler Stone

ABI is definitely worth the investment. The school is fun, hands on, and I learned everything I needed to know to pass the State Board Exam. The office manager Gala was very helpful with filling out the paperwork and registering me with Department of licensing. Alex, you've got a great school! I'm glad to be alum!

Dimitry Rappoport

As a Formerly Homeless (Not HeartLess) Individual. This place is good for getting an affordable haircut. Just like any other individual, some are Indeed better than others. Idntou are Like Me, it is a good place to utilize if you are in the position you are Currently IN.

Genie Glam

I graduated American Barber Institute back in May. I went in knowing a little about cutting hair but I left feeling like a barber. The hands on experience helped tremendously. My instructors were amazing. Mr. David always showed me the ropes and never let me fall short of giving a great fade or shave!! . I'm still trying to be razor sharp like Mr. Jose. The directors have been such a great help. Even after graduating Ms. Gala is there whenever I need her. Plus when I needed encouragement during those discouraging moments Mr. Felix wouldn't let me give up and Mr. Alex was right there to back him. The point is, this was worth every bit of the investment. Thank you ABI!

Kristin Vera

Before entering Barber school I had no experience cutting hair at all. When I leave I will be able to say I am proficient in many different cuts, styles, the tools of the trade and the language of barbering. A school is only as good as its teachers, and the instructors of ABI have far surpassed my expectations. They are obviously knowledgable, but also attentive, always willing to help every student (even though they also must manage the flow of customers) and patient. I am so grateful for their help. That being said, in any educational environment you will get out what you put in, so don't be afraid to ask for help, ask questions, be a beginner and learn. I highly recommend ABI for anyone interested in learning how to become a master barber.