Varda Academy
Every individual has the right to the best education available. We aim to be the provider of that education.
Varda is a Private Training Establishment situated in Hamilton's CBD
Study at VARDA and boost your career with NZQA qualifications in, hairdressing, barbering and make-up. Emphasis is placed on individual and self-paced learning to the estent possible within boundaries of relevant standard setting bodies.
14/10/2026
βοΈ MODELS WANTED β HELP OUR STUDENTS FINISH STRONG!πββοΈπββοΈ
Our Professional Stylist students are nearing the end of their training, and we need your help!
We're looking for models for some of their final practical assessments, with some fantastic discounts available! π
π¨ 50% OFF COLOUR SERVICES
- Short hair β Bleach & Tone
- Full Head of Foils
βοΈ FREE HAIRCUTS
We're looking for models for specific haircut styles, including:
- Graduated cuts
- Uniform layer cuts
- Men's clipper cuts
πΈ See our photos for examples of the haircuts we need!
All services are performed by students under the supervision of our experienced tutors.
π Varda Academy β Hamilton
π© Interested? Send us a message with a photo of your current hair and let us know which service you're interested in.
Help our students complete their final assessments while treating yourself to a fresh new look! β€οΈ
Limited model spaces available. Hair suitability and assessment requirements apply.
05/10/2026
β¨ MODEL CALL β RANGIβS FINALS β¨
Rangi is looking for 1 more model for her final assessment on Friday 9th October! βοΈπ¨
She is looking for a model who wants a colour and cut restyle as per inspo pics.
Hair needs to be natural or light if coloured and long and one length.
All models will need to come in tomorrow for a consultation and strand test.
If youβre interested in being a model, please message this post Rangi will be in touch with you.
05/10/2026
Congratulations to our Intake 1 Hairdressing Level 3 students who completed their programme last week β Kyah, Wilrie, Jessie, Horiana, Ryatt, Kunthea, Dakota, and Phoenix! πβοΈ
You have all worked incredibly hard, shown dedication, and demonstrated great skills throughout your journey. We are so proud of each and every one of you and all that you have achieved.
We look forward to celebrating your success with you at graduation. Well done everyone! πβ¨
04/10/2026
πββοΈπ LOVE A GOOD HAIR DEAL? JOIN OUR VARDA CLIENT GROUP!
Did you know we have a Facebook group just for our Varda clients?
Weβd love to grow our little client community and make it the place where we share:
βοΈ Available student appointments
π¨ Colour & foil opportunities
β¨ Last-minute spaces
πββοΈ Cuts, blow waves & styling appointments
π Special services our students need to practise
π Occasional client offers and opportunities
Our Level 4 Professional Stylist students are always looking to build their regular clientele, so if you love affordable hair services and donβt mind allowing a little extra time while our students perfect their skills, weβd love to have you!
All student services are carried out with tutor guidance and supervision.
π Join our Varda Client Facebook Group and keep an eye out for appointments that suit you.
https://www.facebook.com/share/g/1Go54xzxg5/
And feel free to invite your friends β the more the merrier! β€οΈ
π Varda, Hamilton
02/10/2026
β¨ STUDENT SPOTLIGHT β Level 3 Hairdressing β¨
Another gorgeous look from our Level 3 photoshoot! π
This student created a beautiful combination of braiding, soft waves and delicate detailing, bringing everything together into a really wearable finished look.
Photoshoot days are a chance for our students to take the techniques they've been learning and put their own creative spin on them β from planning the look right through to that final camera-ready finish. πΈβοΈ
Swipe through to see the details and meet the student stylist behind the look.
Created at Varda. β¨
02/10/2026
π SAVE THE DATE! π
Graduation 2026 is coming! π
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Monday 14 December 2026
We canβt wait to celebrate our amazing graduates and all they have achieved! πβ¨
More information and invitations will be coming soon, but for now, save the date!
02/10/2026
π HALLOWEEN MAKEUP & SFX WORKSHOP π©Έ
Want to learn how to create realistic Halloween makeup and simple special effects?
Join us at Varda Academy for a hands-on one-day workshop where youβll learn techniques including:
π©Έ Cuts, wounds & scratches
π Bruising and distressed skin
π§ Zombie and undead effects
π₯ Simple burn effects
π» Dark, sunken Halloween eyes
π©Ή Scar wax techniques
π©Έ Fake blood and finishing effects
π Creating a complete Halloween look
No previous makeup experience needed β this workshop is suitable for beginners and anyone who loves makeup, Halloween or special effects.
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Friday 30 October
β° 9amβ4pm
π Varda Academy, Hamilton
π° $179 per person
Your course fee includes a Mini FX Pack valued at $59.50 to use during the workshop and take home with you, so you can recreate your looks for Halloween.
Places are limited to keep the workshop hands-on.
π Grab a friend and come create something spooky!
Message us to book your place or contact Varda Academy for more information.
30/09/2026
β¨ STUDENT SPOTLIGHT β Level 3 Hairdressing β¨
Now this is a look that makes a statement! π€
Our Level 3 students had the opportunity to really push their creativity for their photoshoot, and this dramatic editorial look certainly delivers.
From the incredible volume and texture through the hair to the overall styling, this is what we love about giving our students the freedom to experiment, take an idea and make it their own.
Swipe through to see the look from every angle and meet the student stylist behind the creation. βοΈβ¨
Created at Varda.
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Website
Address
389 Anglesea Street
Hamilton
Opening Hours
| Monday | 8:30am - 4:30pm |
| Tuesday | 8:30am - 4:30pm |
| Wednesday | 8:30am - 4:30pm |
| Thursday | 8:30am - 4:30pm |
| Friday | 8:30am - 4:30pm |
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