Kids Haircut in Northridge, CA
Parents in Northridge can bring children 12 and under to Chatsworth Barbershop on De Soto Avenue, about twelve minutes north and west. A regular kids haircut takes about thirty minutes, and the Trendy Cut takes forty five minutes to an hour because the child needs to stay still for it, always at a pace that suits the child. Your barber explains each step, takes breaks when needed and keeps the style simple enough that a busy school morning does not turn into a fight over hair.
- Price
- $30 to $35
- Time in chair
- 30 min to 1 hr
- Drive from Northridge
- About 12 minutes
- Walk ins
- Welcome
Back to class at Andasol Avenue and Northridge Middle
LAUSD schools open in mid August. For families at Andasol Avenue Elementary on Encino Avenue, or at Northridge Middle School on Chase Street, which serves sixth through eighth grade, the week before the first day is a popular time for a fresh cut.
Middle schoolers often start caring a lot more about how their hair looks. Your barber listens to what your child wants and suggests a version that suits their hair and still gets a parent's approval. Kids who have turned 13 move over to the men's haircut.
Summer camp, swim days and short cuts
Northridge Recreation Center on Lemarsh Street runs summer day camps and has a seasonal outdoor pool, an indoor gym and a lighted soccer field. Kids who spend their days there come home sweaty or soaked, and long hair turns into a tangle fast.
A shorter cut for summer is easy to manage. It dries quickly after swimming and ends the morning brushing battle. When fall comes, it can grow back into a longer school style, and your barber can plan that transition with you.
Keeping a first haircut calm
Very young children do best with short, predictable visits. Your barber can start with scissors, save the clippers for last and let your child watch in the mirror. A parent can stay right beside the chair the whole time.
Weekday mornings are the quietest time at the shop. If your child is not in school yet, that is the easiest slot for a first cut. Bring a favorite toy or a snack for afterward if it helps.
Price and what you get
On the shop menu this is the Kids Haircut, $30 to $35, about 30 min to 1 hr in the chair. See exactly what the Kids Haircut includes, or browse the full menu.
Kids Haircut questions from Northridge
Is a Northridge Middle School student too old for the kids haircut?
It depends on age, not grade. The kids haircut is for children 12 and under, so many sixth graders qualify. Students who are 13 or older book the men's haircut.
What cut works for a Northridge kid who swims at the rec center pool all summer?
A short taper or a simple crop. It dries fast, does not tangle and looks tidy even after a long day in the water. Plan a trim every four to five weeks through the summer.
Can I bring my Andasol Avenue student in right after school?
Yes, as long as you arrive well before the 6pm close Monday through Friday, or the 5pm close on Saturday. After school is busier than the morning, so booking a time online helps you avoid a wait.
How early should Northridge parents book a cut before LAUSD starts?
A week or so ahead of the mid August start is ideal. The last weekend before school is busy, so an earlier weekday slot usually means less waiting and a calmer child.
Can the barber handle curly hair on Northridge kids?
Yes. Curly hair is cut with care for how much it shrinks when it dries, often with scissors on top. Your barber talks through the length with you before cutting so there are no surprises.
Should my child get a cut before a Northridge summer camp session?
It helps. A short cut right before camp stays comfortable in the heat and in the pool for several weeks. Book it a few days ahead so the edges look natural on the first day.
Book your kids haircut
Chatsworth Barbershop, 9876 De Soto Ave, Chatsworth, CA 91311. Open Monday to Friday, 10am to 6pm, and Saturday, 10am to 5pm. Book online or call (818) 818-5066.
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