I've recorded two songs at Silverlake Recording Studios and plan to record several more! I'm…read moresomewhat new to recording and Darren Elpant (the owner) helped guide me through the process. A word of advice for those of you shopping for studios: pick a place where they specialize in recording drums. Micing drums is an art in and of itself and if you want them to sound good, you really need to hire someone who knows what they're doing. I had Darren produce and play drums on my last song and it sounds killer!

I want to start this review by saying that I will defiantly be using Silverlake Recording Studios…read moreagain! The price is right and the vibe is professional yet comfortable. A perfect neighborhood recording studio in Silverlake, for all your recording needs. Pretty easy parking for all of us who drove. The owners Darren and Ed are warm, professional and on point with their knowledge of music theory and the use of every single piece of equipment that they own and provide. They also provide Figi water bottles and allowed us to bring are own crafty. The last thing is that they are not pushy! I loved the fact that they were excited about what we were creating as much as we were. We made great time but wanted to keep a musician longer to see if we could really nail the last couple cues down and they were gracious to let us pay for more time with out giving us a hard time, which usually is what happens when you are buying studio time at a studio that charges as much or even more as Silverlake Recording Studios! Check them out. Leave your ego at the door, and enjoy the creative process at Silverlake Recording Studio.

This review is long overdue... Upon realizing that it was…read moretime for me to change career trajectories in the Fall of 2018, I began doing research for personal training schools in Los Angeles, and NPTI resulted as a highly recommended center for learning. After checking out a few other establishments that offered CPT courses, I chose to enroll at NPTI. This decision was facilitated when I met the director of admissions, Katie Mandell who was warm, friendly, and informative about what the courses entailed and their affiliation with the NASM programs. Although I was a novice in the field of fitness training, the instructor Christian Cianfrani and other more advanced students were excellent guides throughout the entire six months at NPTI. My level of knowledge pertaining anatomy, and the science behind exercise developed tremendously in a short span of time. In addition to the in class lectures, the students receive hands on training (with free membership) at the local fitness facilities near the school, and learn how to properly utilize the the varied equipment you may find at most gyms. In the interest of furthering my knowledge base as a well rounded health and wellness guide, I continued my education at NPTI for their Weight Loss and Nutrition Specialist course. With the help of Kenny, another amazing instructor, I was able to obtain a certification for this interesting and informative course. If you are serious about delving into the world of fitness and would like to help others as a wellness practitioner, this school offers exceptional programs that will build a strong foundation for your career in the field.

Cons: The program is a year long but you are only compensated for 6 months of that time if you are…read moreonly doing sat classes. Keep that in mind when making a decision if you're a veteran. Also the absence system I personally think is flawed, if you're ten minutes late it's still considered an absence even if you are there the entire class which is 6 hours give or take on sat if you're only doing one day. That is absolutely ridiculous! Even if you have a legitimate excuse, doctor note etc it's still considered an absence. Make sure you are completely aware of how the absence and compensation factor works if you're a veteran. Make sure you have it in writing as well. Pros: Great info, regardless of what you think about the staff it's good info. Christian is a good teacher with a lot of good info, and is actively involved with the class from an intellectual and physical standpoint and that is rare to find. Just keep in mind the goal and let the other little things fall to the side.

After graduating TOA, I've gained a deeper appreciation for the art of Acting: There's way more to…read moreit than just performing your lines truthfully. Way more. Professionalism is also key, because it is a business, you want to be hired and gain a reputation as a good to work with. I feel confident and at home on a set thanks to everything I learned at TOA. I've had so many great memories and friends while I was in school. Even after I graduated, I still find myself coming back when I can, staying connected to the students and faculty, and attending events. I am eternally gratefully for everything they taught me. The Business can have its ups and downs, and that's the nature of it, but it's nice to know that TOA is a community that you can go back to for support and extended knowledge. Also, did I mention that you get to perform at The World Famous Comedy Store after you graduate?! You get such a rush after you get off that stage. Thank you TOA faculty!!!

There was a mix up with our meet and greet tonight and it was my husbands 50th birthday present so…read morewhen I discovered we missed it, I was obviously disappointed. Spoke to a few people on the staff until we got Christian. He was able to save the day in every sense of the word. I run clubs and major events throughout the country and he did what needed to be done because it was the right thing to do and then he elevated it. The venue should truly cherish this very talented individual.

Chris Alvarado encourages his students to quickly discover what is at the heart of a scene, an…read moreinteraction, a moment. His training has helped me connect with people faster and better, enjoy my work more, and genuinely be more positive. Jerry Witt, Producing Director, Motion City Films

Improv Capital is a fantastic resource for any company looking to build staff communication,…read moreefficiency, or just for an unforgettable day of team building. Chris recently led a workshop on our campus for both students and faculty. He was able to do so much with the time we had! He was organized, had specific objectives that were easy for us to understand & made sure to check in and let people reflect on every exercise we did. The students particularly had an amazing time. Highly recommend Improv Capital! Forrest Hartl Cerritos College Theatre Arts Department

Fantastic experience! I completed all four courses at Cre8 Music Academy and can honestly say that…read morethe experience surpassed any of my expectations. The education I received has been indispensable in my career as a musician and creative. I have learned a range of skills from song composition to mastering a song. Doug has done an impeccable job of creating the program and providing young music artists with the best resources to jumpstart their careers. Doug and Alex were superb educators and were there for me with any questions I asked. Mariana and Tim and the whole team were a positive support system during the whole process. Not to mention the facilities and resources were top of the line and gave me access to the forefront in technology in music production. The courses were worth every penny. Hope to return soon! Thanks guys!

What an amazing school! I highly recommend Cre8 Music Academy to anyone who would like to learn for…read morereal about music production and song writing. Doug Fenske is an amazing teacher, musician and music producer with an impressive background. I'm so thankful that I had a chance to learn from these guys!

I had the pleasure of participating in a tight-knit cohort for my Product Management Class under…read morethe guidance and instruction of Lenworth Gordon. For those of us who are wanting to level up their own skills sets so that they can enhance their career (and progress upwards into new possibilities), this is a great fundamental class that introduces you to the product manager style of thinking. What enriches the class are the in-class discussion topics on trends and sharing of professional and personal experiences. A key take away is to understand the different point of views that people are expressing themselves. Point of views are influenced by experiences, culture, and circumstances, and its always great to have this insight. I also did enjoy Lenworth - he made it relatable and he was quite approachable. Good times.

First things first: School is about what effort you put into it!…read more That being said, I give five stars to Product School for two reasons: The Instructor and The Cohort. These two items are critical to your success, in addition to what you put into it. I have taken 2 courses so far: Data Analytics and Product Management. Both instructors (Andy Chu and Lenworth Gordon) have been outstanding - they really make Product School worth it from a teaching stand point. Both are established Product Managers and make the course more than the material. Andy specializes in Data Analytics and gives you a good analytical approach to Product First Thinking. Lenworth is on the money in terms of Product Management principles and helped us outside of class to network and grow professionally. Both instructors get you focused for a possible job transition if you put in the effort. I highly recommend both instructors if you see a class available with either of them. The cohorts have been good and the teams focused on classwork. I think we meshed well for the most part and it is good for networking outside of class too. The only downsides about Product School: The courses are fast! You have to put in the time and effort to get every dollar out of them. The teachers will help, but make sure to invest all your available resources to get that value out of your time. Also, the classroom we had was not good. They should use another location (I told them that directly). Additionally, the course material for Data Analytics needs to be built out a little more. Andy really helped to make the course material a better product and deliver true value (see what I did there :)). Just to note, I will be taking 3rd course in Digital Marketing.

I had a great experience with Writers Boot Camp. I took the Basic Training Writers Boot Camp course…read morein summer 2025. The schedule fit well for me as I work full time and live in SoCal (not the LA area); they had Saturday classes online. My take on the Writers Boot Camp: great stuff! Disregard the negative reviews, especially if those were from several years ago. Jeff runs a pretty solid program and allows for multiple opportunities to write and gain feedback. He is an open and frank person. I gained valuable feedback from Jeff during our live sessions and valuable feedback from Brad after the session. You have to take advantage of the opportunities Jeff announces to the class. I did and it helped. I completed the course and the requirements. If you don't, you don't get the benefit of Jeff's program. There's a reason why so many writers and producers come from this program. I followed the advice in the program, and I'm proud to say I placed in my first screenwriting competition as a first time writer (I placed as a quarterfinalist). This competition is long running and popular competition. I got my first laurels from the competition! I know it may not be much to be proud of but I have no experience as a screenwriter. Since the boot camp course, I've written a lot more screenplays including TV series and movies. Now I'm looking for representation. As a first time writer, I was a bit unsure of what to expect or if my writing was even good enough. The truth is, as I have learned, no one really knows everything or what the heck they are doing. You just write and all it takes is one person to push your idea forward. Jeff and the Writers Boot Camp has credibility. You won't regret the class if you just follow what he says, and follow through on why you took the class. My goal was simple: 1. I wanted to learn the basics of screenwriting 2. I wanted to write my first screenplay and 3. I wanted to see what happens after following my passion and the fun I have writing creative storylines. Very simple goals, with no pressure but it was something obtainable. And I did, thanks, Jeff, Brad and the Writers Boot Camp!

As I reflect on my time as a Professional Member at Writers Boot Camp from 2018-2020, I have a fond…read morememory of my time there and also life before the Coronavirus outbreak. My recollection there remains even more clear now because of how well the end of my time coincided with the beginning of the pandemic. Unlike most, who have clear memories on what they were doing before all of our lives changed, I remember it more distinctly because of how my writing process significantly changed over the two years I was in Professional Membership. Before joining Writers Boot Camp I would spend months filling up notebooks with stories I wanted to tell, not knowing that I was both spending too much time researching stories, but also spending way too much overwriting them. It wasn't until I signed up for Professional Membership and started in Basic Training, that I realized how much extra work I was doing and how unaware of my own process I was. I quickly learned how much time and effort I could be saving in my pursuit of screenwriting. With the tools and distinctions that Jeffrey Gordon and his staff showed me, not only did it become easier to write and decide what to write, but I soon gained knowledge and awareness in my own process. Working in a group environment ultimately makes your work more transparent, because for so long I was writing in a vacuum. Like most writers who don't have the benefit of a writing group, it's hard to see feedback as timely and throughly as I did as a Professional Member. Some breakthroughs came easier than others. In Project Group I learned how much my story was still in my head, even after multiple drafts of writing on my own. With screenwriting, as with most writing, the proof is in the pudding, and in Writers Boot Camp, the pudding is on the script page. The most important part I learned is that re-writing is when the magic starts happening on the page. Writers Boot Camp emphasizes the re-writing process from day one. They tell you right away, you're going to be re-writing your first draft, so they get you comfortable with that idea. This philosophy keeps you from thinking your idea, character and pages are precious, because unless you're a born natural, they most times are not. The company and its trained staff know what makes material work, they know how to execute those ideas and they love movies! Those three things I feel, are the most important parts about creating a productive and comprehensive learning environment for aspiring writers and filmmakers. I'm now a better writer, conceptual thinker, collaborator and authority of my own work. If you would have asked me before I joined Writers Boot Camp if these things were true, I would have told you, "yeah", but now as I look back I can truly say, I didn't even know what I didn't know. I didn't see a lot of things I was doing wrong, but today I see them all. Now, I spend my time re-writing and making my scripts better, knowing what I need to know. I no longer waste my time hoping I'll be a better writer, because I'm becoming one.

I've taken the Building Blocks and Making Waves courses, and they've been an incredible way to…read morelearn music production. The teachers are top-notch professional, patient, and deeply knowledgeable, which made the learning experience both approachable and inspiring. The facility itself is outstanding, equipped with all the latest gear and technology, creating the perfect environment to grow as a producer. Thanks to these classes, I feel far more confident not only in Ableton but also in my understanding of music theory. I can't recommend these courses enough, no matter your skill level!

IO music academy has been a great way to go from zero to hero with making electronic music…read more Really enjoyed the remix class, secret sauce, the synthesizers class going deep on sound design, claim your sound, and live performance (OK that's all the classes I took). Nice homework assignments and final projects to push yourself, and community workshops too. Being in person is awesome-- I enjoy the structure of the weekly night classes, fits nicely into my schedule. I love the private lessons and studio time to really lock in and refine an idea with the instructors. They're all great!