the
SISTASYSTEM™
the method. the training. the legacy.
Developed by The Weirdsistas.
Continued through DreadSchool.
INSIDE THE SISTASYSTEM™ COURSES
The TASTER SistaSystem Course contains 4 units taken directly from the original SistaSystem Dreadlock Training Academy -
the first online, module-based, pre-recorded, comprehensive dreadlock training package offered in Australia.
It remains FREE as per the wishes of the Weirdsistas under their “kindness model by giving back to a community we care so much about.” - Nazy xx
The FULL Pro Lokktician Course is the complete package of 13 units from SistaSystem Dreadlock Training Academy that teaches you everything
you need to know in order to create and maintain clients’ dreadlocks using our respected and sought-after SistaSystem method.
It also provides you with a Pro Lokktician Tool Kit worth $100 (free shipping in Australia), filled with all the supplies needed
to pass assessments & be ready for clients, learning support,
Certification & ongoing promotion that you will need to launch and prosper in your own small business.
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Our main page @the.dreadschool and private Dreadschool Student Group on Facebook is where students can submit course work for assessment, feedback and marking.
Joining the group is required if you would like to submit your assessments through Facebook. It also provides a space to ask questions, share your progress and connect with other Dreadschool students.
If you prefer to keep your assessments private, you can submit your course work directly by email to thedreadschool@gmail.com for individual marking and feedback.
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This unit kick-starts the course, and guides you into the ancestral roots of dreadlocks - a sacred journey across time, continents, and cultures. Lokks are not just a hairstyle, they are a living thread connecting people to their spirituality, resistance, identity, and heritage. Your research will also give you the language and understanding to speak confidently and respectfully when conversations about cultural appropriation arise. As a Lokktician, it’s your duty not only to create with intention but to educate with compassion. When clients or peers ask questions about whether dreadlocks are “okay” to wear, you’ll be equipped to share nuanced, informed insights that honour the cultural and spiritual significance of this ancient practice.
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Before you begin learning the SistaSystem technique, it’s vital to understand the sacred responsibility of caring for your body. Your hands, spine, and feet are your true tools of the trade - and without them, the craft cannot flow. Occupational Health & Safety in this work is not just practical, it’s a ritual of preservation. To avoid injury and protect your energy, you must honour your body with the same care you give to your clients. Self-care isn’t optional. It’s part of the magic.
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This unit reveals why the way you hold your hook is the first key to mastering your craft. When done right, it protects your hands from strain, gives you greater control for a gentler, pain-free client experience, and helps prevent your tools from breaking. It all begins in your grip - the foundation of safe, skilful dreadwork.
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This may be the most important video you’ll watch in the entire SistaSystem journey - the one that shows you exactly how the lokking is truly done. This is the heart of the craft, revealed.
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(FULL COURSE ONLY)
Clients often tell us how professional we are, and it starts long before they sit in the chair. We always prepare ahead of time, and one of our essential tools is the Lokk Size Ring. It helps clients visually understand lokk sizes and make informed choices. You’ll use this tool for years to come, which is why we recommend crafting it from durable synthetic hair. -
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In this unit, you’ll need a friend or client to complete your base maintenance assessment. We’ll guide you through the full process of maintaining bases or roots, while exploring how hair type and the number of lokks can affect the time and approach needed. -
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Length Maintenance is the sacred art of refining the lokk’s form by drawing in stray strands, smoothing bumps, and guiding each lokk into its true shape. In the first 6 months of the journey, this ritual is more frequent, as the lokks are still awakening, stretching, and learning to hold their magic. -
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As you deepen your practice with the SistaSystem technique, begin to embrace the sacred geometry of the scalp and sectioning - a powerful way to connect your energy with that of your client and the world around you. Our unique triangle sectioning mirrors the “Flower of Life”, an ancient symbol that reveals how all things are intertwined. Through this pattern, we honor the flow of energy, unity, and the shared bond that transforms each lokk into a living expression of connection and care. -
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Adorning dreadlocks with wrapping, beads, and enchanting accessories is a beautiful way to offer your clients a truly personalized experience. By crafting custom styles that celebrate their unique spirit and individuality, you create more than just a look—you weave a story of self-expression and connection that keeps them coming back, drawn by the magic you bring to their crown.
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We guide you in the sacred art of intentional dreadcraft, teaching you how to seamlessly attach permanent dreadlock extensions, breathing new length and volume into your client’s existing lokks, transforming their crown with purpose and care. -
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Working with existing dreadlocks means you will encounter a wide range of challenges. Understanding how to assess the problem, identify the likely cause and choose an appropriate repair technique is an important part of developing your skills as a loctician.
This advanced resource covers common issues including matting, congos and merging, poor or misaligned sectioning, thinning, weak areas, breakage and structural damage.
Rather than simply correcting how a dreadlock looks, the focus is on understanding why the problem occurred, determining whether it can be safely repaired and selecting a technique that supports the long-term condition of the hair and dreadlock.
Some repairs require patience, creativity and adapting your technique to the individual situation. Knowing when to repair, when to leave an area alone and when a problem is outside your current skill level is equally important.
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Understanding basic hair and scalp health is an important part of working responsibly as a loctician. Conditions such as dandruff, dermatitis, dryness and scalp sensitivity can affect both dreadlock care and maintenance.
Learn to recognise common concerns, adapt your service where appropriate, and understand when a client should seek advice from a healthcare professional rather than attempting to diagnose or treat the condition yourself.
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A consultation is an important first step in establishing trust and understanding what your client wants from their dreadlocks.
Learn how to assess their hair, discuss expectations, explain suitable options and communicate clearly before beginning a service. A thorough consultation helps clients feel informed and comfortable while creating a strong foundation for an ongoing professional relationship.
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Learn the practical foundations of starting and operating as a sole trader in Australia. This resource covers essential steps including business registration, obtaining an ABN, bookings, record keeping, websites and social media.
Designed to help new locticians understand the business basics and confidently begin building their own dreadlock service.
“I just completed the Pro Lokktician course and absolutely loved it! Even though I’ve been a practicing dreadlock artist for almost 10 years, this course gave me so much more additional knowledge that really improved my skills. Highly recommended!
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WHAT PEOPLE SAY
“Thank you from the bottom of my heart for seeing me, for walking this path alongside me, and for reflecting the love, strength, and sacred fire that fuels this journey.
Becoming a certified Sistasystem Trainer and Pro Lokktician graduate is a moment I’ll cherish always, not just for the achievement, but for the sisterhood, wisdom, and community it represents.”
JOIN THE LEGACY
You’re not just following a technique -
you’re joining a legacy of locticians who lift each other up, share knowledge and keep the art of natural dreadlocks alive and thriving.
Available Courses
The SistaSystem Dreadlock Training Academy is the original online lokk course, with the Weirdsistas teaching you the art of crafting and maintaining natural dreadlocks without waxes or harsh methods. This taster course is suitable for beginners to explore the SistaSystem method, and remains free as per the wishes and agreement between course creator Weirdsistas and course host VALHALLA HAIR
Access the FULL Pro Lokktician Course WITHOUT the tool kit, saving you $100! Enrolment in this option is perfect for those already in business just seeking an industry recognised Certification, or for those wanting to purchase their own tools & supplies another time.
The SistaSystem Professional Lokkticians course is a complete package that teaches you everything you need to know in order to create and maintain clients’ dreadlocks using our respected and sought after method- the SistaSystem. It also provides you with all of the tools you will need, peer support & business advice, a Certificate Of Completion, advertisement on our socials & Lokkticians Directory, and ongoing promotion & referrals to enable you to launch and prosper in your own small business.