Men live on the south side of Red Deer, as well as the north side.
This demographic reality has prompted the owner of a hair salon that specializes in male customers to open a second location in the city.
Locker Room Hair Company has been operating at No. 5 6842 Gaetz Ave. for more than eight years.
Within the next week, it’s also expected to be clipping men’s and boys’ hair at No. 120, 3121 49th Ave. — a portion of the former Video Headquarters premises.
Owner Tanya Heather said she wanted her business to be more accessible to residents across Red Deer.
Like the original salon, the new Locker Room will have a sports theme, with sports memorabilia and decor.
It will also boast a TV at every cutting station, as well as stadium seating, popcorn and a big-screen TV in the waiting area.
“It’ll be set up the exact same way.”
Heather said local men and boys have proven receptive to the idea of a salon that specializes in their needs.
“I think the convenience of it is nice too,” she added.
“They don’t have to book an appointment. They can just walk right in and usually sit in a chair instantly.”