Creating Industry Leaders, One Person at a Time

South Bay Barber Institute stands at the forefront of barbering education in Gilroy, CA. Built on values, vision, and real industry leadership, our mission is to help you master the craft and build a successful career.

💼 LEADERSHIP TEAM

FOUNDERS

RICKY URIBE

With 10+ years in barbering and entrepreneurship, Ricky focuses on mindset, discipline, branding, and helping students build a successful future both behind the chair and beyond it.

ELIAS PERALES

A proud Gilroy native with over a decade in the industry, Elias is committed to developing technically strong barbers and helping each student grow as a person.

DIRECTOR

PEDRO Jose

Pedro oversees student progress, daily operations, and ensures the school runs with professionalism, structure, and support. As Director, he makes sure every student stays on track with hours, education, and personal goals.

HEAD INSTRUCTOR

CESAR JACOME

Cesar provides hands-on training, accountability, and mentorship every day. As Head Instructor, he sets the tone for classroom culture, technique development, and student success.

WHY CHOOSE SOUTH BAY BARBER INSTITUTE?

✔ 1000-Hour State Certified Program
✔ Free Barber Essentials Tool Kit
✔ Complete Curriculum Built In-House
✔ 3 Weekly Skill Classes
✔ 3 Weekly Theory Classes
✔ 7 Expert Instructors — 50+ Years Combined Experience
✔ Access to “The Booked Barbers Masterminds”

We don’t just teach you to cut hair — we build barbers with skill, confidence, and mindset.

Our Mission

The mission of The Barber Institute is simple but powerful. This is bigger than teaching people how to cut hair. We are impacting the lives of those that are counted out and overlooked. 

⭐ STUDENT TESTIMONIALS

GABRIEL
“Keep your dreams alive.”
Most haircuts in July — and still just 17 years old.

FERNANDO
“The conversations, the people… every cut has a story.”

CHRISTIAN
Started with no experience. Now taking clients and preparing for his own shop or studio.

📌 ENROLLMENT REQUIREMENTS

• Must be 16+ years old
• Valid SSN or ITIN
• No prior experience required
• Positive mindset required
• Commit to a minimum 20+ hours per week
• Provide required down payment at enrollment

🎉 END-OF-YEAR PROMOTION

🔥 $500 OFF TUITION — LIMITED TIME ONLY

Take advantage of our yearly promotion and secure your spot before the discount ends.

💳 FLEXIBLE MONTHLY PAYMENTS

Start quickly. Pay comfortably. No credit check.

Monthly Payment:

$599/month for 16 months

✔ No credit check
✔ No interest
✔ No third-party lenders
✔ Simple, predictable payments
✔ Perfect for students who want affordability & structure

Down Payment: $950

💰 PAID IN FULL DISCOUNT!

If you want to save the most money, these options offer the largest tuition reductions:

3-Month Accelerated Plan:

$10,650 total
(Saves $1,000)

Pay In Full:

$10,000 flat
(Saves $1,650 — BEST VALUE)

READY TO ENROLL?

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