ABOUT US
Route 1 Barbershop & Shave Parlour is a Veteran owned and operated shop with a classic barbershop feel.
The idea of owning a shop started with a desire to give back to community and to those who do so much for us.
Route 1 Barbershop & Shave Parlour is a Veteran owned and operated shop with a classic barbershop feel.
The idea of owning a shop started with a desire to give back to community and to those who do so much for us.
Chad, the owner is a 22 year Retired Army Combat Veteran, philanthropist and an experienced Barber. He grew up over the border in Massachusetts but has been a resident of NH since 1998. After retiring from the Army he operated a clothing company here in NH but wanted more and after moving to the seacoast in 2019, he found his new adventure in Barbering.
Madison is a Master Barber with over 3 years of experience. She is a extremely talented barber and is looking forward to developing a strong clientele here in Portsmouth. Madison grew up in Dover and attended Dover High School. She graduated HS with not only a HS Diploma but also her cosmetology license. She worked in salons until she wanted to venture into barbering.
Kendra has a passion for caring and treating people and is a licensed RN. She has been in healthcare for over 30 years, is now taking a sidestep from nursing to further her education as a barber. While working in the hair industry, she quickly became aware of hair and scalp disorders that need treatment. Kendra has been studying with International Association of Trichology and is now a certified Trichologist offering services related to all hair and scalp disorders including non-surgical hair loss treatments.
Yoxel A.K.A. Yanky was born in Puerto Rico but moved to the states at a young age. He is living in Dover where he attended Dover HS and learned welding which led him to working on the Seacoast until he found a new passion. He is a recent graduate of Barber school but his attention to detail and his skills are going to make a valuable addition to the shop.
Lilo is a 3 yr old Shepherd-Husky mix that loves to greet clients and is very fond of belly rubs