Start Young, Dream Big

1 on 1 Training & Small Group Courses (Ages 8 & Up)

Our Main Focus:

  • to help you build upon your braiding skills from a beginner's, advanced, or experienced level 
  • to teach you various hand postures and positioning techniques
  • to assist serious individuals that are passionate about gaining professional skills 
  • pay close attention to the care of various hair textures

Haven House Academy

What We Offer

If you or a sponsor would like to make a voluntary contribution to help fund student kits and training supplies future classes, information on how to give will be available at Haven House Academy welcome desk. There is never any obligation, and we are simply honored to invest in your career journey.

Ready To Take Your First Step?

Your Journey Starts Here

  • Have you always wanted to learn how to braid but felt intimidated?
  • Have you struggled with hand placement or neat parting?

You are at the exact right place, We offer (3) Simple Steps:
1. Complete the donation registration process

2.  Select your donation level

3.  Choose your workshop training track

Who Do We Offer Training To?

  • Children and Adults of ALL AGES from (8 yrs & Up) who are serious about gaining knowledge and/or with a purpose to teach others 
  • Parents who prefer to save money by braiding your own child's hair
  • Learning Fathers
  • Individuals with Zero Experience and we make accommodations for Busy Work & School schedules

How To Secure Your Donation Registration

Student Donation/Sponsorship Tier Registration

Choose Your Donation /Sponsorship Levels

[    ]   Tool Kit Donation/Sponsor: Funds professional rattail parting combs, clips, aprons, brushes, sanitizers, wrist gel bands, and hair design accessories.


[     ]  Full Student Station Donation/Sponsor: Covers a high-quality human hair mannequin head, professional desk clamp/ or tripod, essential styling products and practice extension braiding hair.



[          ] Class Segment Sponsor: Fully Funds instruction, practice materials, and foundational learning resources for a small group cohort block.



[          ] Community Partner Tier: Empowers an entire workshop session (4-6 Students) with complete individual tool set-ups, live mentoring, and post-workshop career readiness tool kits.



[          ] Custom Contribution: Please specify your preferred tier or custom donation amount.


Acknowledgment & Authorization


By signing below, I express my explicit intent to support the local workforce development and educational initiatives hosted by Haven House Academy.


Authorization Donor/ Sponsor Signature: __________________________________________________________ 



We would love to send you a personalized thank-you note from the student your generosity supports. Thank you for empowering our community one braid at a time.

Choosing Your Workshop Training

WHAT WORKS FOR YOU!


Haven House Academy is offering a highly flexible workshop to fit your busy schedule.“To earn a certificate, you must complete ( 7 to 8 hours ) of training for each course you choose.”You can complete this training in One of Two Ways:


Choose Your Workshop Training Track:


◦ The Fast Track: (1 Day), knock it all out in 1 full day (7 hours).


◦ The Split Track: Divide your time into 3 separate sessions lasting 2 to 3 hours each.


Choose Your Preferred Training Days of the Week:


   [       ]    Monday   [       ]    Thursday

   [       ]    Tuesday   [       ]    Friday

   [       ]    Wednesday   [       ]   Saturday


Secure Your Registration Form and Secure Your Start Date

We are open Monday through Saturday with flexible hours (10 AM - 5 PM) to accommodate work and school schedules.


Preferred Time Slots:


◦ Morning (e.g., 10:00 AM - 1 PM)

◦ Afternoon (e.g., 1:00 PM - 4 PM)

◦ Evening (e.g., 3:00 PM - 6 PM)


Courses

Course One: Introduction to the Art of Braiding

  • Natural Hair (single braid)
  • Add Extensions (single braid)
  • Natural Hair (cornrows straight back)
  • Add Extensions (cornrows straight back)
  • Parting and Sectioning- Step 1 Chart & Brick Layering 
  • General Hygiene and Sanitation (Disinfect Tools)


Course Two: Introduction to Twisting

  • How To Do Natural 2 Strand Twist
  • Add Extensions (double strand)
  • Natural 2 Strand Braid Twist
  • Add Extensions (3 strand braid twist)
  • Senegalese Twist
  • Nubian Twist
  • Havana Twist

Course Three: Introduction to Cornrows

  • Natural Hair Cornrows
  • Add Extensions to Cornrows
  • Add Extensions (external ends for longer braids)
  • Design Pattern for Cornrows 
  • Learn Special Techniques

Course Four: Introduction to natural coils & locs

  • Single Strand Loc
  • 2 Strand Twist/Loc
  • Comb Twist (coils)
  • Loc Extensions
  • Latch Hook (Crochet Loc)
  • Loc Maintenance/ Palm Roll
  • Root Loc Retwist/ Crochet Tightening
  • Sister Loc 


About the Founder/Background

Called to the Marketplace by The Most High God as a “Kingdom Builder Influencer”

Haven House of hair Salon Business launch Grand Opening - inside Dover Mall!

Called to the Marketplace by The Most High God as a “Kingdom Builder Influencer”



Catrina French has a bachelor degree in Business Administration. Corporate workplace history experience 15yrs (Garden State Parkway) New Jersey Turnpike Authority Executive Offices;(Affirmative Action, Equal Employment Opportunity

Counseling function & Law Division (Outreach Coordinator for minority/women/small business enterprise). Certified training & experience with the (FHWA) Federal Highway Administration; Civil Rights, Discrimination & Complaint Investigation.

Catrina has a strong business sense and focuses all of her innate abilities to address issues in building communities to provide resources & job opportunities.

Received Special Certification & Recognition

Haven House of hair Salon Business launch Grand Opening - inside Dover Mall!

Called to the Marketplace by The Most High God as a “Kingdom Builder Influencer”

Haven House of Hair Braiding & Barbering Academy completed in May 2020 the BARBICIDE COVID-19 certification for the Professional Beauty Industry Training. Also, received training and understanding of proper sanitation and disinfection practices and procedures consistent with the current highest industry standards. 


Haven House Hair Salon has their very own in-house chemist that formulated  a special organic hair gel & oil sheen that has been used by clients for over 20 years, and these products are still currently being sold to the public. 


In 2023, Haven House of Hair Salon and Barbershop was recognized as the top-rated black-owned salon for the state of Delaware. Haven House Hair Salon was also ranked #1 as (Best of 2026 Award Winner BusinessRate) in Dover De.


Mr. French & Mrs. French owners of Evergreen Property Maintenance Landscaping Company was ranked top 5 as (Best of 2026 Award Winner BusinessRate) in Kent County, De       


Haven House of hair Salon Business launch Grand Opening - inside Dover Mall!

Haven House of hair Salon Business launch Grand Opening - inside Dover Mall!

Haven House of hair Salon Business launch Grand Opening - inside Dover Mall!

Braids That Last was successfully birthed and established as a Home-base/Mobile professional Hair Braiding Business in 2008-2022- Smyrna De


Braids That Last expanded to the marketplace in 2022, name was changed to Haven House of Hair. In 2023, Haven House expanded to a full-service Salon, Barbershop and Academy. Mr. French partnered with Mrs. French with the barbershop that expanded rather quickly. In 2024 we launched Shalom Styles Barbershop inside the Dover Mall as well.


In 2026 Haven House Academy for Braiding and Barbering was launched in the Dover Mall. Our mission goes beyond teaching technical skills. Our goal is to empower, provide a supportive community hub, and help build a sustainable career in the beauty and grooming industry for students of ages 8 & up.





It’s almost here, Haven House Philanthropic Movement!

The date is approaching fast and we’re making preparations. Don’t miss out in ways to join our ‘Donate Circle!’


  • our fundraising efforts will address a circle of concerns in the business of helping others
  • allowing opportunities for hands on help to ease the burdens of those in need.
  • volunteering efforts brings satisfaction in knowing we’ve helped others in need.
  • it requires getting to the heart of an issue to create fundamental change. 
  • our training academy and emergency support team - online 'gofundme' donate circle.

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