Member Benefits

As a member of the Freelance Hairdressers’s Association, you have access to a full suite of membership benefits, ranging from bespoke insurance to exclusive discounts.

Find out more Freelance Hairdressers’s Association membership benefits below.

Member Essentials

Gain peace of mind with our comprehensive business protection and professional identity resources. Our membership essentials ensure you’re always supported.

Membership Certificate
To add to your portfolio or display

ID Card and Car Sticker
Security and reassurance for your clients

FHA e-newsletters
Regular newsletters to keep you aware of industry updates, training dates and special offers

Member Website
Access to the Members’ Area of the website with free downloadable resources, special offers and more

Marketing Tools
Access to FHA logo and materials to use in your marketing

Saving Opportunities
Exclusive discounts on many products and wholesale shopping

Wella Direct Accounts
Access to Wella products, unavailable elsewhere to other freelancers.

As a professional freelance, self-employed hairdresser you work in a fashion industry and your clients expect you to know about the latest products and trends. Are you keeping up to date? Do you regularly attend training courses? Do you want to be recognised as a professional at the top of your game? Would you like someone to lean on when the going gets tough? You may work on your own but you don’t have to be alone. You have the FHA, your professional trade body to support you and guide you through the ups and downs of running your own business.

FHA Member Heather King says…

“Being able to go it alone but still having the benefits of being in a salon. Staff room chat is the best thing for me as I haven’t been able to make it to a lot of the training lately.”

Comprehensive Insurance Coverage for Freelance Hairdressers

Protect your business with our bespoke insurance policy, designed specifically for freelance hairdressers. As a member of the Freelance Hairdressers’ Association (FHA), you receive automatic coverage to keep your business secure. Our Public Liability (PL) Insurance is tailored to meet the unique needs of freelance hairdressers. It will ensure you have the appropriate cover for every situation. When you become an FHA member, you are automatically covered by our comprehensive insurance policy. No need for additional paperwork or extra costs.

Click here to see our FAQ’s on insurance coverage.

Professional Identity

Boost your professional identity with our marketing tools, cost and profit calculators, and retailing opportunities. Make your business stand out.

Membership Certificate
To add to your portfolio or display.

ID Card and Car Sticker
Security and reassurance for your clients

Use of FHA Logo
Access to FHA logo and materials to use in your marketing.

As a professional freelance, fully qualified, insured, self-employed hairdresser you want your clients to recognise you are running a serious business. Membership of a trade body gives you a professional identity and sense of security for your clients.

Displaying the FHA logo on your advertising and marketing gives your business added value, sets you apart and puts you ahead of the competition. All professionals, accountants, solicitors etc. belong to professional bodies, the FHA is yours.

Ours is a niche market and FHA members take all the services that are available in the salon in the home environment providing a complete freelance experience.

Education – Specific to your needs

Elevate your skills with education from industry leaders like Indola and Wella. Access exclusive bursaries and participate in the Indola Pioneers program.

Tailor Made Training Courses and Seminars
Training days designed by the FHA to meet your needs.

Annual Events
Educate and socialise at exclusive FHA events throughout the year.

Business Course
Gain insight and ideas for running a successful freelance business with FHA Guidance.

Sometimes you need to take a step back and review your practices. FHA is noted for providing training courses with industry’s top trainers to keep you on trend and refresh skills if that’s what you’re looking for.

Perhaps you are a start-up business or need to streamline your existing one. It can be scary out there on your own and we are here to help. When you join you will have access to a complementary business course.We show you how to find clients, keep clients, set prices, retail effectively and much more.

FHA Member Suzanne Hale says…

“A passionate team for passionate professionals. A great way of staying connected and personal development.”

Retailing Opportunities

Maximise your profit with exclusive retailing opportunities and access to Wella Direct Accounts. Offer your clients top-tier products. 

Money Saving Deals

Enjoy discounts on top brands and industry services. Save money while accessing the best products and tools available.

These are all exclusive deals negotiated by FHA for members.

Please take advantage of these money saving opportunities. Every little helps!

Company Details Discount
Leaf Scissors Scissors, Combs, Tool Wrap all sustainable products £100 discount + more
Untied Tax App 25% discount
Salon Supplies Wholesale Order online, in branch by phone. stock and equipment 20% discount
Coolblades Wholesale Stock and equipment 10% discount
Kerastraight Online orders 10% discount
INNolux Online orders 10% discount
Spencer Scissors FREE Cleaning Oil Cloth By arrangement
Wella Direct Accounts Buy direct and enjoy rewards 30% discount

Cost and Profit Calculator

Optimize your business with our cost and profit calculator. Make informed decisions to increase your profitability and efficiency.

Marketing Tools

Access a suite of marketing tools to promote your business effectively. From social media templates to promotional materials, we’ve got you covered.

Community

Join a vibrant community of like-minded professionals. Benefit from regional get-togethers, support groups, and our online staffroom for constant advice and support. We have our very own Facebook Staffroom where you can chat.

 

Connect with Other Members
You may work alone, but there’s no need to be alone; our community is here to support you, answer your questions and keep you company.

Virtual Staff Room
Our virtual staff room is packed full of advice, guidance and exclusive offers, and is a private, confidential place to connect, chat and find support.

Access to Regional Groups
Find support, training and social events in your area with access to our local groups, full of like-minded professionals in your industry.

Missing the staff room banter? Members tell us how much they love their community especially their private Facebook Staff Room Chat group, which can be a life saver. It’s the one place where you can say exactly what you like in complete confidence, knowing that everyone understands where you are coming from. You can benefit from the support of our members who give each other fantastic support, encouragement and help with all sorts of dilemmas freelancers regularly face.

Connect with likeminded people at our regional groups to regional groups. Meetings are arranged by member volunteers who give time out of their busy working schedules to organise training and social events to benefit other members in their local area. It’s good to talk, a problem shared is a problem halved and generally whatever you are experiencing someone had been there before and can help you out. So many reasons not to be on your own any longer.

FHA Member Louisa Dumbrell says…

“Feels like you’re part of a salon. Fully supported, professional. Staff room chat not only helps with any issues, I have learned loads too.”

Technical Advice

Receive expert technical advice whenever you need it. Our mentors and industry professionals are here to guide you through any challenge.

Technical Advice Line
Find reassurance and advice on all matter of technical issues – from colour to consultations and managing client expectations.

Legal Advice Line
Expert, reliable advice if things go wrong.

Technical advice is always available. Whether you need to discuss colour problems, perming queries or just to have an understanding ear to listen to the everyday problems that can occur when working with the public, we are here for you. Feeling bullied by clients who want you to do something you know can’t be done? You’re not on your own with the FHA. Call us, we will back your decision, put your mind at rest and give you the confidence to deal with your client.

FHA Member Liz Hale says…

“Love knowing advice is only a click away.”

FHA Events

Participate in exclusive FHA events like Inspire! and Seasons Sensations. Network, learn, and celebrate with the best in the industry.

Inspire! is our educational, social event of the year. A full day programme with presentations from top industry icons on stage, a chance to bag a bargain in our exhibition, and find time to enjoy a delicious buffet lunch and fabulous afternoon tea. Members attend year on year to renew long standing friendships and make new ones. This is without doubt the best value event in the industry. Click Here

Elite Hair Awards This competition is open to every self-employed hairdresser, beauty therapist and make-up artist in the UK. No expensive photo shoots required. Images are judged on content so just snap and send! The rules are simple, if you do a nice piece of work snap it and send it in. You could be the next winner with a stunning trophy to show to your family and friends.

The Awards finals are held immediately after Inspire! and included in the ticket price. Be ready to enjoy two events on one day! Click Here

Seasons Sensation

This is our autumn event to give inspiration and ideas on hairstyling in readiness for the festive season plus a heads up on what fashion we will be following in the New Year. It is also a great opportunity for members to get together before the end of the year and the party season really gets a hold. Click Here

FHA Member Sarah Dawes says…

“The Inspire! event was the best day of my career (32 years). I came away with new cutting, colour and long hair ideas from the genius Patrick Cameron, the inspiring Alan Edwards and the entertaining Saks art team (it was my first time seeing this Saks team). Truly, truly loved this day and our wonderful industry. Thank you for such a great value for money, wonderful day. All the lovely members I talked to were fab too. They told me to get on staff room chat, so I did!!”

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Become a member of the Freelance Hairdressers’ Association (FHA) and enjoy these exceptional benefits. Join a community of professional hairdressers who offer support, friendship, and opportunities. Empower your freelance career and thrive with the support of the FHA community.