BRETHE BARBER BATTLES

1. All contestants must bring a live model and barbering tools in order to participate in competition. Competition fee includes a one-day exhibit hall entry for the competitor and model. Model numbers will be given to all participating models once confirmed and checked in at the registration area.

2. All models’ hair must be cut at competition. Competitor is not allowed to cut, trim, shape or preset model’s hair before the competition begins. Semi-permanent color, permanent color, light color sprays and chalks are NOT allowed unless otherwise noted. Barber must show a transformation of the model’s hair. The judges will inspect model’s hair during pre-judging or during check-in. Violation of this rule will result in the deduction of points and/or disqualification from competition.​

3. All contestants must check in at the registration area at least one hour prior to the battle. If contestant is late, they will forfeit their place in the competition and their paid entry fee or fees. Please look for “Check In” when you arrive to the battle.

4. All contestants will have a specific time to complete their particular cut and style. Judging will be conducted on a visual basis only. Judges will use a point system on a scale of one (lowest possible score) to ten (highest possible score). If there is a tie in a category or prize placement, the judges will determine the final winner.​

5. All competitions will be judged on a 50pt Universal Judging Scale along with a backstage manifestation if needed. 

BRETHE

BARBER KING OF THE RIVER REGION

Entry Fee: $150 (barber & model general admission for hair show included)

1^st Place $750, trophy, and Clippers

2^nd Place Trophy & clippers

3^rd Place Trophy & clippers

 We want to see the total package. Use your skills, creativity, and professionalism how you see fit. This competition has no rules, and too much is not an option. Models are encouraged to dress the part as well.

Each competitor will have 50 minutes to complete and will be judged and scored on the criteria below:

Originality (10ps)

Difficulty of work performed on stage (10pts)

Outline/Edge- up (10ps)

Precision Blend (5pts)

Precision of facial hair (5pts)

Professionalism (Appearance of setup, tools, sanitation, etc. (5pts)

Total look of model when completed (5pts) 

BRETHE STUDENT TRADITIONAL CUT

Entry Fee: $100 (barber & model general admission for hair show included)

1^st Place $500, trophy, and Clippers

2^nd Place Trophy & clippers

3^rd Place Trophy & clippers

Each competitor has 35 minutes to complete and will be judged and scored on the following:

• Difficulty of cut/Hair texture (10pts)
  • Outline/Edge-up (10pts)
  • Styling Techniques (10pts)
  • Precision of Blend (10pts)
  • Professionalism (Appearance of tools, sanitation, etc) (5pts)
  • Total look of model when completed (5pts)