The Hair Arts Institute

Specialties

We are OKC’s première educational center for the hair arts and proud Sassoon Connection school. Whether you’re choosing a career in the amazing world of hair or you’re an established designer looking for an edge in today’s competitive marketplace, the HAI is your go to solution for education and inspiration.

History

Established in 2014.

The HAI is a proud member of the Sassoon Academy School Connection Program (SASCP), an elite group of schools trained in delivering the renowned Sassoon methods of cutting, and the first ever SASCP Barbering School. At the HAI, we’re the only school in the state where our students earn the exclusive and globally recognized SASCP Diploma. Holding true to our firsts, we are the only school in North America certified by the British Barber’s Association in the art of straight razor shaving. Our women’s classic cutting portion is partnered with Sally Rogerson’s globally recognized S.R. Education and is a certified S.R. Education School. Sally’s cutting series specializes in simplifying hair techniques and approaches for easy understanding and use.

Billed as a small private school with individualized attention, we address your weak points and expand on your strengths. Our dedicated and passionate instructors eagerly await the opportunity to share the knowledge needed to succeed in hair.

Meet the Business Owner

Rick B.

Business Owner

Rick Bennett began his journey into hair design in 1981 at the Sassoon Academy in Los Angeles. Upon graduating, he spent his time at the Sassoon Academy training to become a specialist in the art of education. After returning to Oklahoma, Rick became a salon owner and continued his love of learning at the Sassoon Academies in London, New York, LA, Miami, San Francisco, and Chicago. To date, he currently holds the record for completing the most Sassoon Advanced Cutting Diploma’s at 74… and still counting!

Rick also played a role in developing the prestigious Sassoon Academy School Connection Program (SASCP), a small group of elite schools certified in teaching the renowned Sassoon methods. One of his proudest achievements is owning and operating the very first SASCP Cosmetology school in the US. Rick believes his calling is to «unleash the talent of the next generation of stylists, who will change the world of hair design.»