Red Velvet member Joy is training to become a certified dog groomer to prepare for life beyond the entertainment industry. Seeking a technical skill to balance the career volatility of being a celebrity, she has been attending a grooming academy despite her busy schedule.
Key Facts
- Joy has attended a dog grooming academy for two months without missing a class, recently completing her first practice wig.
- The singer cited the short professional lifespan of entertainers as her motivation, expressing a desire to possess a specialized trade for the future.
- The training is physically demanding, requiring a "horse-riding" stance for precision that Joy noted has caused her back pain.
- To prepare for the qualification, Joy is studying for a written exam scheduled for July, even during her rest periods.
- Academy instructors noted the strict practical exam rules, where dropping equipment results in immediate disqualification.
Key Terms
- Horse-riding stance: A physical position groomers use to maintain stability and correct angles while working.
Key Quote
"I thought it would be good to have my own skill if I can no longer do this job in the future."
— Joy
Next
- MBC’s 'I Live Alone' released a preview of Joy’s grooming practice on May 12.
- The full episode featuring Joy’s certification challenge airs May 15 at 11:10 PM.
- Joy will take the written certification exam in July.