Where beauty education is rewritten for the creatives, the outcasts, the bold ones, and the ones who never felt at home in traditional spaces. Here, individuality isn’t tolerated, it’s celebrated.
The Hideout Academy is Nashville’s alternative to traditional cosmetology school. We’re for the artists who color outside the lines, the free thinkers who question the rules, and the outcasts who’ve never been afraid to be different.
No dress codes. No rigid restrictions. No expectations. Just a welcoming space where individuality is celebrated and creativity is the culture.
We support aspiring industry professionals – whether it’s special effects make up hair, skin or nails – through advanced curriculum and hands-on training. Inclusive atmosphere where you’re truly seen and fully accepted.
Cutting, coloring, styling, and texture work taught through hands-on practice with real clients, modern techniques, and a strong foundation in hair health.
Facial treatments, skin analysis, lash extensions, and product knowledge taught with a focus on inclusivity, skin health, and understanding diverse skin types and client needs.
Manicures, pedicures, gel services, nail health, and sanitation practices designed to build confidence, precision, and real-world service skills.
Client communication, consultation skills, time management, and salon readiness — everything you need to show up confident, prepared, and industry-ready.
No gimmicks. No BS. Just a clear, guided path that takes you from
exploring the academy to becoming a certified professional.
Experience the academy firsthand and see if our creative, supportive environment fits your goals. Meet the team, explore the space, and picture your future here.
Enter a guided, skill-focused program that teaches core techniques and real-world application. You’ll advance step by step with hands-on practice and instructor direction.
Complete your training with the knowledge and confidence needed to earn your cosmetology license. By the end of the program, you’ll be ready to step into your professional career.
come as you are.
Leave a pro.
come as you are.
Leave a pro.
come as you are.
Leave a pro.
come as you are.
Leave a pro.
Our instructors aren’t just teachers — they’re badass creatives who’ve carved their own path in this industry. They’re here to guide you, challenge you, and hype you up as you build your identity as an artist.
Academy Director
Academy Director
Academy Director
Forget the traditional beauty school model. No rigid rules. No outdated standards. No forcing yourself into boxes you’ve outgrown. When you walk into The Hideout, you’ll feel something different — energy, authenticity, and a community that actually cares.
no dress codes, no pressure to “fit in,” no judgment. Just space to be fully yourself.
taught by top educators who bring global techniques and modern trends right into your classroom.
different personalities, learning styles, and career goals.
so nothing stands between you and your career. Because finances shouldn’t be a barrier to your dream.
A community where you don’t just enroll — you belong.
From program details to expectations inside the academy, these are the most common questions future students ask as they look for a cosmetology school that actually feels like them.
No guesswork. No confusion. Just a clear, guided path that takes you from exploring the academy to becoming a certified professional.
No — you don’t need any background in beauty to start. Our program is designed to train beginners into confident, skilled professionals from the ground up.
