The modern shag is one of today’s most requested haircuts—but it doesn’t have to be intimidating. Join Solano Ambassador & Goldwell National Artist Rob Burgio as he breaks down this versatile haircut into a simple, repeatable zone-by-zone cutting system designed for confidence and consistency behind the chair.

In this live demonstration, you’ll discover how strategic sectioning, gravity layering, pivot sections, and intentional disconnection work together to create effortless movement, soft texture, and a customized silhouette. Beginning with smooth, dry hair, Rob will guide you through each zone, explaining not only how to execute the technique, but why each step matters. Watch the haircut transform as finishing techniques reveal the movement and versatility built into the structure.

Whether you’re looking to refine your cutting skills or gain a fresh approach to one of today’s most in-demand shapes, you’ll leave with practical techniques and a systematic framework you can immediately apply in the salon.

You’ll Learn:

• A simple, repeatable zone-by-zone cutting system
• How to use gravity layering and pivot sections to build shape and movement
• Where and why to create strategic disconnection
• How to preserve length while removing weight internally

Finishing techniques that enhance texture and bring the haircut to life

A flawless blowout is one of the most requested—and most profitable—services behind the chair. In this fast-paced, one-hour demonstration, Solano Ambassador & Goldwell National Artist Rob Burgio shares his proven 7-Step Blowout System designed to deliver beautiful, polished, long-lasting results with confidence and consistency.

Learn how every step of the service—from consultation and product selection to brush choice, sectioning, tension, airflow, and finishing—plays a critical role in creating exceptional blowouts. Rob will demonstrate practical techniques that improve efficiency, elevate the guest experience, and help every stylist produce salon-quality results on every client.

Whether you’re looking to perfect your technique, increase client satisfaction, or create blowouts that last for days, you’ll leave with a repeatable system you can immediately implement behind the chair.

Key Takeaways:

• Master a simple 7-step Solano blowout

• Choose the right products and brushes for every hair type
• Improve speed, consistency, and finishing techniques 

• Create smooth, polished blowouts with lasting volume and shine powered by Solano

• Elevate the guest experience from consultation to finish