Kids Haircut in West Hills, CA
West Hills parents can find a kids haircut about ten minutes away at Chatsworth Barbershop, on De Soto Avenue near Lassen. The kids cut is for children 12 and under and takes about twenty to thirty minutes. The barber moves at a slow, friendly pace, shows each tool first, and keeps the chair time short so young kids stay comfortable from start to finish.
- Price
- $35
- Time in chair
- 20-30 min
- Drive from West Hills
- About 10 minutes
- Walk ins
- Welcome
Welby Way, Pomelo, and the August rush
West Hills has a cluster of LAUSD elementary schools, from Welby Way Charter Elementary to Pomelo Community Charter School on March Avenue, along with Hamlin Street, Justice Street, and several more. LAUSD starts the school year in mid August, and the week before the first day is the most crowded stretch of the year for kids' haircuts.
Late July or the first days of August are the easy window. A weekday morning during summer break is quiet and relaxed, and the drive up Valley Circle or De Soto is quick.
Ready for Westhills Baseball
Westhills Baseball has been running youth baseball on Valley Circle Boulevard since 1970 as part of PONY Baseball, with divisions from Shetland for the youngest players up to Pony. Its fall ball season runs through the autumn months. Shadow Ranch Park on Vanowen Street has sports facilities too, for practice between games.
For young players, a short cut that stays off the forehead is the practical choice. It keeps sweat out of the eyes under a batting helmet and still looks neat in the team photo. A haircut two or three days before photo day gives the hair time to settle.
Working with a shy first timer
For a first haircut, the barber keeps things simple: a booster seat if it helps, clippers switched on away from the head so the sound comes before the touch, and a trimmer held where the child can see it. No straight razor on young kids.
If your child gets restless, a snack or a tablet is fine. Mid morning is when most kids are calmest. Once they turn thirteen, kids move up to the men's haircut, which leaves more room for detailed fades.
Price and what you get
On the shop menu this is the Kid’s Haircut, $35, about 20-30 min in the chair. See exactly what the Kid’s Haircut includes, or browse the full menu.
Kids Haircut questions from West Hills
When should Welby Way and Pomelo families book a back to school cut?
Late July or the first week of August is the sweet spot. LAUSD starts in mid August, and the last few days before school are the busiest. A cut about a week before the first day looks natural by the time your child walks into class.
Should my Westhills Baseball player get a cut before team photos?
Yes, about two or three days before. That gives the edges time to soften so the cut looks natural in pictures. Ask the barber to keep the front off the forehead so the cap and helmet sit clean.
Can I bring my kid in during winter break from a West Hills school?
Yes. LAUSD winter break runs from late December into early January, and a weekday morning during the break is a relaxed time for a cut. The shop is open Tuesday through Saturday, so check holiday hours and book a few days ahead.
How short should a kids cut be for a West Hills summer?
Shorter on the sides with an inch or two on top works well. It dries fast after the pool, stays cool, and grows out neatly over the break. If your child likes longer hair, a scissor trim that takes out some bulk also helps in the heat.
Can the barber work with a child who is sensitive to sound or touch?
Yes. Tell the barber what bothers your child, such as the clipper buzz or hair on the neck, and the cut is adjusted around it. Scissors can replace clippers for many styles, and the pace stays slow and unhurried.
Book your kids haircut
Chatsworth Barbershop, 9876 De Soto Ave, Chatsworth, CA 91311. Open Tuesday to Saturday, 10am to 6pm. Book online or call (818) 818-5066.
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