Nia Braid & Natural Hair Academy

Nia Braids & Natural Hair Academy is a professional hands-on braiding school serving Norcross, Doraville, Gwinnett County, North Atlanta and surrounding communities. We train aspiring braiders, beginners and beauty professionals through structured braiding classes focused on skill, precision and professional standards. Training includes knotless braids, box braids, cornrows, feed-in braids, precision parting, sectioning, grip, speed, consistency, finishing and client readiness. Beginner, advanced, private and intensive braiding courses are available. Training is led by Maria Okpeh, founder of Nia Soule Salon & Spa, bringing more than 18 years of real-world beauty industry experience into every program.