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COMPETITIONS
UNLEASH YOUR CREATIVITY!
To be the best, you have to beat the best.
Premiere Orlando is bringing its BIGGEST competition lineup yet! Go head-to-head with top professionals from across the country and compete for glory. Whether you're a barber, makeup artist, or student, there's a competition waiting for you. Think you have what it takes?
WHY COMPETE
STAND OUT
Demonstrate your unique artistry to industry leaders and fellow stylists
BUILD CONNECTIONS
Forge valuable relationships that can elevate your career
ENHANCE YOUR SKILLS
Improve your skillset by working on live models in a fast-paced setting.
PROFESSIONAL COMPETITIONS
HAIR COMPETITION
Shattered Mid-length Bob With Bangs
Sunday, September 28 at 4:00 - 5:00p
Powered by Hattori Hanzo Shears
Competitors showcase your skills by transforming layers into a textured, almost “shaggy” look—adding volume and movement to bobs that landed between chin and shoulder length.
BARBER BATTLE
Men's Final Look
Sunday, September 28 at 3:30 - 4:30p
Powered by L3VEL3 | Sponsored by JRL
Attention, barbers and grooming enthusiasts! Think you’ve got what it takes to compete at the highest level? Step up and showcase your Best “Men’s Final Look” as you go head-to-head with top barbers from across the country.
NAILYMPIA
Nail artists it's time to show off next-level creativity and technique at Premiere San Antonio!
This year’s competition lineup features 5 mail-in categories and 6 live, on-site battles, giving you multiple ways to showcase your skills.
5 Mail-In Competitions
- EXTREME NAIL STYLING POSTER
- FLAT ART BOXED | THEME: Neon Rodeo
- RUNWAY NAILS | THEME: Denim Diva
- REALITY NAILS | 3 X THEMES | 3 FULL COVER TIPS
- TO STILETTO & BEYOND | THEME: Bubblegum Apocalypse
6 Live, On-Site Competitions
- GEL POLISH
- ACRYLIC COMPETITION STYLE NAILS
- GEL COMPETITION STYLE NAILS
- JOY OF NAILS
- SALON NAILS
- STILETTO NAILS
Learn more at nailympia.com/sanantonio
STUDENT COMPETITIONS
STUDENT BARBER BATTLE
Men's Final Look
Monday, September 29 @ 2:30 - 3:30p
Powered by L3VEL3 | Sponsored by JRL
As the next generation of barbers, this is your chance to take the stage in an unforgettable showdown of talent and creativity. Barber students go head-to-head, and showcase your skill, passion, and fresh techniques in a high-energy battle to prove the future of barbering is in good hands.
REGISTER TO COMPETE
- You’ll need a valid show pass to compete!
REGISTER HERE »
- During registration, select the competition(s) you wish to enter.
You can easily search by competition name or day.
- Make sure to submit payment to finalize your competition entry.
You’ll receive a confirmation email for both your show pass and competition sign-up.
Already Registered? Access your registration dashboard by clicking the link in your confirmation email (from: [email protected]), or sign in with your email and password. Once you're in your dashboard, navigate to the "Education Information" tab and click "Edit Information" to start adding. Don’t forget to complete your payment to secure your spot!
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