Once again, I hope that the public sees how this business communicates and is talking about a 5…read moreyear old and 12 year old. My daughters have never bullied. In fact, my daughter is her school's mediator. Ive left a handful of poor reviews out of nearly 1000 reviews. And not ONCE have I had a company act with such poor taste. Again, I do not troll businesses. I have made factual reviews... why would this be any different. The email from the owner was very flippant... esp after I attempted to help her build her business and keep the business of the people who were flocking to get out. Additionally, I have time to provide reviews to the public. And contray to what you have made up (which was poor business sense), I dont believe life has left me behind. For the record I own a multi million dollar company and own several pieces if real estate to include apartment complexes. Life has been great to me. I hope that this company gets it's communications aligned to more professionalism and can prosper as Ive been blessed with.

Very, very, very unprofessional!! Do not waste your money here. We traveled to Tampa for a two day…read morecompetition in April. On the 1st day when the Black Onyx began their routine the music stopped and started several times. When it finally seemed like the situation was corrected the music stopped half way through and the girls finished the performance with the audience counting the beat. We later learned it was Platinum Force errors. NO apology or acknowledgement of the situation from the owner. Wow. Day 2, the team ran on stage and the music blared loudly..."What the "f_" are these "n_'s?" Fill in the blanks. Everyone was shocked and appalled. Again no apologies from the owner. These are just two examples of this disappointing, place.......if you haven't surmised it yet, this place is a ghetto mess. Owner is petty and void of class.

I can't say enough good things about this place. The teachers are incredibly talented, supportive,…read moreand truly care about every dancer's growth. The training is top-tier, the environment is positive and uplifting. You can tell they put their heart into everything they do. My technique has improved so much, and I always feel motivated to get better. If you're looking for a studio that feels like home and pushes you to be your best, this is the one.

Great little school recommended to us by many friends. We just moved from California and they have…read morebeen really kind to my daughter. Covid practices in force, we are careful and I am happy they are careful.

Sport Fit Bowie is an excellent gym in the area. I particularly like them for these reasons:…read more1. Swimming pool! The indoor pool is heated and has great exercise classes. My favorite part is the swimming classes for the kids. For the price (member and non member), you can get excellent instruction. It can get crowded with a lot of students but a good deal just the same for the price and length of time (30 min) 2. Friendly community! It feels like a family when you join Sports Fit Bowie. Most of the members have been there for years and enjoy the small yet big gym (as in the size of the facilities) feel 3. Down side to having committed members is that the the equipment is a little bit older, especially in the exercises classes BUT the instructors really make up for it. With the family atmosphere the instructors take the time to know you and constantly monitor you to do the right thing to prevent injuries. 4. Bathroom facilities are amazing! I love taking a shower here because it is so clean! Family bathrooms need some constant upkeep like the regular bathrooms but not too bad.

Their cancellation policy is criminal. You cannot cancel without a doctor's note. Even with a…read moredoctor's note, you are charged a $50.00 fee. I cancelled in January, but even with a doctor's note stating that I cannot exercise due to my injury, I was still charged for February. I was told the reason was that I did not cancel earlier. I guess I should have known in advance I needed to cancel.

The staff here is soooo nice! I felt welcomed every time I visited. Really enjoyed the classes. My…read morefavorite were restorative yoga and yoga nidra.

I love this studio. I'm new to yoga and was hooked after my first visit. The instructors are…read moreexcellent; each works with you at your own pace. The owner, Kim, welcomes you each time you arrive, as well as other staff members. You feel so welcome each time you come. Physically I feel great and I always feel mentally and emotionally better when I leave. The studio is set up with all the necessary equipment you need. The minute you walk in, there is a calming feeling with the smell of scented oils, and yoga rooms are soothing with soft music playing. I am grateful I found this studio. Thank you! Linda

We have not had hot water for showers in a month. I been coming to this gym for more than 3 years…read moreand I have always been able to take hot showers. I keep coming because I enjoyed the classes but someone needs to fix this hot water problem.

The front desk finally confirmed what everybody has been saying. The showers are not working and…read morethey have up trying to get them fixed! The manager said three plumbers came out and said everything was "fine", but there is NO HOT WATER. He said plainly, they are not going to try and fix it! Ironically if you look back, management ONLY responds to good reviews and ignores the negative ones. That is sad! I tried several times to talk to management prior to writing this!

The sad story of impressionable years daycare can be compared to the story of a beloved bakery…read morethat, at one time, baked every cake from scratch and with care, only to compromise the quality of their product because they scaled the business to an extent that the quality that was once associated with the business was impossible to maintain. It's a common story, one that could be avoided by tempering growth until the business has a chance to scale with the increase in business. This maintains product quality while also adapting the methodology to serve more customers. It's a difficult process that many businesses fail to account for, which is why we see once-great businesses close their doors when better options become available. A once-great daycare that has grown to the point where the quality of the education and supervision the kids receive has become substandard. My family has had a long history with Impressionable Years. Once owned by parents, now passed down to their daughter. The parents built this company from the ground up. The population cap was low in those days, and the parent owners were on top of their game. The employees were of high quality, the owners were always there, and the collaboration between the parent and the center was easy, streamlined, and productive. That is no longer the case. My three children went through Impressionable Years, and I lament that my third child did not receive the same standard as my older two did. When dropping my child off, teachers are commonly too busy talking amongst themselves or doomscrolling on their phones. Most teachers won't even look up from their phones when acknowledging your presence. This can only communicate that this practice is tolerated. The feedback you receive from the school will commonly be short-handed and unhelpful. I can forgive this for most things because when you have a class of 20 children, I don't expect a fully articulated essay on my kids' day. This becomes an issue, however, when your child doesn't meet the center's expectations. They will berate you with short-handed comments (that are pre-written) that say your child made terrible choices that day. But here is the main issue with the center: when you push for specifics, you will commonly get the cold shoulder. The owner of the establishment (Courtney) makes high-level decisions and then blames her mother when she knows the outcome will be controversial or is not justifiable given the student handbook. Her Mother handed over the business to her almost 2 years ago. A director who deflects responsibility is a giant red flag. When my child was dismissed from the daycare for "bad behavior," I asked for the video footage so I could see what happened (this was denied). I asked for specifics on what happened, but when Courtney kept deflecting, and I kept pressing her, she hung up on me and then refused to pick up the phone again. If you take nothing else away from this, then highlight this part. If you ask basic questions about your child, they will crash out because you don't buy the narrative that they are giving to you. The reason they can't give you specifics is that your child will not be adequately supervised. The teachers are too busy on their phones, talking on their phones (please count how many ear buds are actively in the ears of the teachers when dropping your kids off), and the center is removed from any responsibility because they can kick your kids at anytime with no notice. There are other problems as well: They commonly send employees home when the student population doesn't justify their presence. Yet, you have to pay full tuition whether your kids show up or not. This is a predatory practice that seeks to maximize profits while causing inconvenience to parents. This little flaw will show itself when they put your kids in a room that is developmentally inappropriate for your child due to "staffing problems," because the room's population didn't meet the standard for them to pay someone to be there all day. Impressionable Years was a great daycare. It is no longer. This is what happens when something is given to someone who doesn't have to earn it. The quality of this place has been run into the ground. And even though the cake you get isn't quite what it used to be, you should, as a parent, ask yourself what you are paying for, and whether the management is competent and coherent in their ability to communicate to parents. All of which this place lacks.

I had a very disappointing experience, there isn't genuine concern for the overall well-being of…read morethe children. Incidents involving children occurs. Ms. Kiara displays unprofessional behavior. She allows personal relationships to interfere with her professional responsibilities, creating conflicts that negatively impact the daycare environment and, ultimately, the children. Her involvement of personal relationships with male parents at the workplace is inappropriate, and her communication with parents is disrespectful and lacking professionalism. Do not send your kids here Additionally, Ms. Carrie as well in particular, spoke to me in a very disrespectful and inappropriate manner regarding my child. Her tone was rude, dismissive, and unprofessional, very aggressive which is unacceptable when addressing a parent's concerns and down talking children; racism has occurred at this daycare as well. Parents should feel safe, informed, and respected when entrusting others with their children. Unfortunately, that was not my experience at this daycare. Stay away and stay aware. It's surprising because it's a very good location in Crofton it's the staff that is unprofessional and my child felt as though they were treating others better than my child, unfair and poorly.

The kind of place I wish I had nearby growing up! Bring your family, your date, or the people you…read morewant to introduce to nature or local history. And especially bird&insect photographers. It's free! You might know it only as an event venue, but there's: * Nice walking trails and farm country views. * A few segments would count as hiking if you want to introduce somebody! * Creekside access in the woods. Fiddling around a natural creek is a formative experience * A selection of beautiful older trees that survived from colonial times * Including a massive ancient white oak, Maryland's state tree and quite rare now. If you've never seen a "big tree" in person this is a must-see. It has presence. * Restored buildings and history displays * A resident ambassador owl. Go closer to dusk to see him active * Restored natural meadows (great macro photography) * Examples of bee keeping, different types of gardening, etc. Lots to play / do / learn, or for us older folks, walking around and taking photos. A couple of notes: * hours on maps are for the venue, the grounds are actually open dawn-to-dusk * the hiking is pretty mild but there's a lot to see. * alltrails isn't accurate for many of the paths, but everything is really well signed (or grab the map from their own website) * if you're doing the full circuit of trails, wear those ankle-support shoes/boots - it might seem silly for the easy terrain, but the angle of the farm trails is "hard" in sneakers, and you'll appreciate that support. Enjoy it! Another Howard County gem.

Such a wonderful place that I never knew existed until this weekend when We attended a wedding…read morehere. Actually, I officiated. So, I got to check out the grounds around the main building before the bride and groom arrived for rehearsal. They have a wonderful wandering Garden with Fountains and water features. I could sit by a loud water feature for hours. The wedding was in the garden, but the facility had prepared the Veranda in case the rain didn't clear up. In addition to the new main structure, they have Historical buildings and Summer camps.

If you are looking for a fitness community that truly understands the needs of women, look no…read morefurther than Transformations Fitness for Women. This gym has been a game-changer for my routine, and I can't recommend it highly enough. One of the best things about Transformations is that you never get bored. There is a fantastic variety of classes and experiences, making it easy to switch things up whether you're looking for high-intensity training or something more focused on strength and flexibility. The instructors here are top-notch. They are incredibly accommodating and genuinely supportive, always willing to offer modifications or encouragement to ensure you're getting the most out of your workout safely. Most of all, they want you to have fun! For any parent, finding time to exercise is a challenge. The fact that they offer reliable childcare is a massive plus. My kids actually look forward to going and always have a blast, which gives me total peace of mind to focus on my health for an hour. Bottom line...Transformations Fitness for Women provides a welcoming, empowering environment that makes working out something to look forward to. Between the expert staff and the family-friendly atmosphere, it is easily the best investment I've made in myself this year!

I've been going to Transformations Fitness for almost a month now, and I'm so glad I joined. This…read moregym has, truly, gotten me off the couch and moving again! The energy here is so motivating. I'm working out alongside other women who are supportive and encouraging & it has made a huge difference. I find myself pushing my limits in ways I never expected, and actually enjoying it. The staff are incredibly knowledgeable, friendly, and welcoming, which made getting started so much easier. Even some of the long-time members have made me feel right at home. There's a strong sense of community here that makes you want to keep showing up. It's even convenient enough for me to stay consistent, because they have on-site childcare and virtual classes. I also happened to join during their 21st anniversary celebration, and it's been awesome being part of such a big milestone with them. I can already tell this gym is going to be a key part of my wellness journey. Highly recommend Transformations Fitness to any woman looking for a supportive, empowering space to get stronger!

I love this center and school. They offer classes for kids from 1.5 to 15 and have many classes for…read moreadults. Foreign languages, music, dance, art, sewing to name a few. Sewing classes for kids is the favorite of many kids. I highly recommend this center and school to anyone who is looking for well-rounded students and holistic educational system. In addition, they have concerts, Masterclasses for adults. They also have a working cafe. It is a hidden gem in Pikesville.

From the owner: East-West Cultural & Educational Center accepting new students!…read more Join our welcoming community and start living life to the fullest today! For Kids (ages one and a half and older) Academic Enrichment: History, Math, Robotics, Physics, Geography, Music, Art, Languages (Russian, Ukrainian, Spanish, Hebrew, Chinese) Ballroom, Modern, and Folk Dancing Chess Classes Mommy & Me Music in Motion Yoga For Adults (ages fifteen and older) Academic Enrichment Ballroom Dancing Chess Club Pilates Yoga Monthly Master Classes & Clubs For the entire family Music Concerts Early Childhood & Golden Age Programs Community Events Masterclasses and Lectures Cafe and Bookstore Visit us at our website or call for more information