ABOUT THE INSTRUCTORS
Irina “Pina” Pinkusevich found her calling as a dog groomer after immigrating from Ukraine in 1989 and working part-time as a bather. She honed her skills at some of New York’s finest grooming salons before stepping into the competitive grooming scene in 2006. Pina quickly made a name for herself, winning prestigious titles like Best In Show, Best All Around Groomer, the Lynne Carver Award (twice), and the Liz Paul Memorial Award. She also triumphed at the Winner’s Circle Jackpot in 2011 and earned the World Dog Show’s World Champion Award. From 2008 to 2013, Pina was a proud member of GroomTeam USA, competing internationally and helping her team win a Silver and two Gold medals.
Beyond her achievements in grooming, Pina is celebrated as a judge, instructor, and speaker. In 2014, she was honored with the Cardinal Crystal Award for Judge of the Year and the Barkleigh Honors Award for Up & Coming Speaker of the Year. As a National Certified Master Groomer (NCMG) with the National Dog Groomers of America, she also served as a Certifier for many years.
Pina’s passion for education brings her around the world for conferences, seminars, and workshops, including the PM Mastery Series with Ann Martin. In 2021, she launched Niira to provide top-notch, affordable grooming tools. Her journey with Groom Haüs began at its inception, and in 2024, she officially joined as Education Director and co-owner.
Pina is also deeply involved with Kiyara Poodles, Kerryfield Kennels, and Krizma Kennels, where she has bred and co-owned numerous champion Poodles and Kerry Blue Terriers. Her dedication to excellence and education has made her a beloved, well-known, and respected figure in the grooming community for good reason.
Master Groomer Lindsey Dicken has been grooming for 15 years, and has been grooming competitively for 13 of those. As one of the most decorated groomers in competitive grooming history, Lindsey has won multiple Best All Around Groomer awards and Best in Show at nearly every show in the US, Best Scissored Poodle awards, World Champion Poodle Groomer, and Intergroom’s Groomer of the Year a record 5 times. In 2013, Lindsey was awarded Groomer of the Year at the prestigious Westminster Kennel Club.
Lindsey has qualified for Groom Team USA’s Top Ten Stylists every year she was eligible, reaching #6 position her very first year. She has been the #1 ranked groomer in the nation for 10 of the past 12 years, and has had the honor of representing the USA at the World Team Grooming Championship 5 consecutive times helping win three gold and two silver medals with multiple breeds internationally.
Lindsey is most known for her work on Bichon Frises and Poodles, however she has earned wins on nearly every breed allowable. In addition to competing in grooming contests, Lindsey breeds and shows champion Bichon Frises and miniature poodles, her Percheron draft horses, and is a highly sought after speaker helping groomers around the world hone their skills.












Lindy Hickey –
Would love to get a replay as I was at the vet at that time. Didn’t get to watch the Pina and the Kerry. 😥
Groom Haüs –
Hi Lindy- the replay was available for over 24hrs for non-members, but Members have full access of all course replays.
Gillian Toledo –
Couldn’t imagine a more paw-fect lesson in transitions! It was such a pleasure to learn from Irina, Lindsey, and Grace as they showcased not only the products used, but their techniques for a head-turning paw-la-la-liday look!
Teodora Vodlan –
So many great tips,thanks!
Esma Nur Yaşar –
It was a very useful and explanatory training. I had the opportunity to learn new things. Thank you to the whole team.
Autumn Davenport –
Very informative! Lindsey and Pina always make it easy and fun to learn! This was my second time learning from Grace about Lakelands, and she did not miss!! The difference in personalities and teaching styles is organic and refreshing
Elda Izquierdo –
Excellent!!
Marci Montgomery –
Wonderful class to learn essential terrier grooming skills and celebrate the holidays. Love and appreciate these instructors more than i can say; I hope they know just how important they are to the widespread audience of groomers listening and watching eagerly in the background!
Josie Lancaster –
I loved the explanations given and the extra details to help us understand what to do, how and why. I have learned so much from the amazing groomers on Groom Haus since I became a member recently. I am so happy I was able to watch this one live and have my question answered in detail. Thank you xx
Jennifer Hiltz –
Thoroughly enjoyed this, and learned a ton! Love this platform, and the instructors.
Tami Malis –
Clear explanations of a correct groom- with expert tips and tricks sprinkled in!
Katrina Chavez –
Thank you! Great tips and tricks especially enjoyed watching the handstripping and face work
Barb Ward –
Loved it and learned a lot
Sophia Staples –
I love these ladies simplified highly technical work and make it easy to understand.