Great experience, at 40 years old and never surfing these guys got me going. Great personality,…read moregreat coaching and fantastic atmosphere. These guys are professionals, and actual movie stars

I recently visited my best friend in California, traveling all the way from New Jersey. It was my…read morefirst time in Cali, and since I've always wanted to learn how to surf--especially living near the water at the Jersey Shore--I knew this was the perfect opportunity. While visiting, we booked a lesson with Surf School Santa Cruz, and I'm so glad we did. From the moment we met our instructor, Ryan, he made us feel comfortable and excited to get out on the water. He stayed right by our side the entire time, offering encouragement and guidance that kept us motivated. Learning to surf with Ryan was such an incredible experience--he's not only an amazing teacher but also truly one of the best surfers out there. If you've ever thought about trying surfing, I can't recommend Surf School Santa Cruz (and Ryan!) enough.

Stumbled across this school while searching for alternative med workshops and I am so glad I did…read more The Director is well known in aromatherapy and education world. They offer online classes and amazing workshops all well. Seriously if you havent- check them out!

From the owner: The College of Botanical Healing Arts is a ground-breaking Educational Institution providing…read moretraining that focuses on the power of healing through the use of plant energy of herbs, essential oils, and nutrition. Essential oil therapy is an emerging medical field in the US that requires a comprehensive educational background in the sciences, history, and clinical internship. COBHA is a pioneer in creating high standards for Holistic Health Essential Oil therapists. Our school's regulations, 456 hours of live classes, and 501(C)(3) Non-Profit status were developed by an enthusiastic group of aromatic devotees as the first Board of Directors. COBHA became state certified by the California Bureau of Private Post Secondary for Vocational Education in 2003. As of January 1, 2010, the Bureau is operated under the Council of Consumer Affairs in Sacramento, California. Our curriculum exceeds the standards set by NAHA and AIA, two national Aromatherapy social networking organization.

I hope I pass this test. I respect the law and I'll drive more safely the laws of California drive…read moresafe and watch for pedestrians never drive under an influence keep a nice speed limit spent all the speedy limits. Drive safe in the freeway. Make sure Arnold cross any car may cause danger. Drive a safe distance from another car. Keep my eyes on the road. Don't have any music on loud to use my cell phone while driving Make sure I'm a good condition to drive where my seat belt and everybody in the car wear it too when I'm driving Make sure to stop driving when you feel tired take a rest from long distance driving have safety seats for toddlers if you have some Make sure you have your driver's license and registration when stopped and read the speed limit signs when you're driving​​​

I taught my daughter to drive on private roads. After she got her permit we signed on with Kristen,…read morewho is a wonderful driving instructor. Because we were about to move, she was flexible enough to do 2 hour lessons in a very brief period. After the lessons, my daughter started correcting my driving! (And she was right.) My daughter was very comfortable with Kristen, learned a lot, developed great driving habits, and is thoroughly ready for the on-the-road driving test. I cannot recommend 17 Mile Driving School enough.

Great experience with the instructor Zed! Such a nice, funny and patient instructor! I started from…read morethe scratch and passed with a high score!! Do sign up for his courses!

Thank you so much for being so helpful and accommodating of our schedule! Really great experience!read more

After 56 years of not driving I decided to get my license. I researched a lot of driving schools in…read morethe Santa Cruz County area and I felt comfortable with Sterling Driving School. I spoke to a gentleman named Micheal who was very nice and understood that I was nervous. Micheal was very accommodating with me. He assigned me my driving instructor who's name is Stewart. Now I can tell you how nervous I was but unless you saw me the first time you wouldn't understand how nervous I was. Getting in the car the first time with Stewart I was very nervous and he understood that. So he drove us to a large parking lot to get used to the car. After about 20 minutes he said let's drive the streets. To be honest I wasn't scared at all because Stewart made me feel very comfortable, he understood how nervous I was and made it fun.By the end of our lesson I was driving the streets and felt very comfortable, I drove all the way home. I was so excited that I had overcome my my fear of driving in just one session. when I got home I asked my roommate if we could take a little drive. My roommate tried to teach me before in her car but I was quite nervous and ended up not driving.I got in the car and we drove around she was so impressed and asked me where her friend went, you know, that one that was so afraid of driving. I had about 3 to 4 more lessons with Stewart and each one of them was great. I learned so much like little secrets and little acronyms on remembering what I needed to do for certain situations while I was driving. I was very grateful that Sterling Driving School was able to place me with the same instructor, Stewart to help me with the rest of my driving lessons. On the day of my test Stewarts reminded me of some important things that needed to be remembered .So I really wasn't surprised when the DMV driving instructor asked me the first five questions and they were the same first five questions that Stewart asked me. Needless to say I passed the test!!!!! Woohoo Who said you can't teach an old dog new tricks!!! Here I am a 56-year-old woman who was afraid of driving all of her life and now has a California drivers license. I will never know how to repay Stewart and Micheal but I do know that they've made this woman very happy. Happy enough to yelp and to let everybody know that is interested in a driving school that Sterling Driving School is the best!! You won't regret it!!

Stewart is amazing! He worked with me on my driving skills and nervousness with great patience,…read morekindness and humor. From my initial conversation with Audry, Sterling's receptionist, I knew that this was an experienced, competent driving school. She understood my situation and scheduled my driving lesson for best results with a wonderful positive approach. Stewart knows and teaches what it takes to be a skillful, safe and competent driver. He explains the driving rules: the why and how to accomplish them. He helped me calm my anxiety, too. All in all, it was a great experience and I passed my test :).

We had an exceptional experience with Neill from Capitola Surf and Paddle. His approach,…read morepreparedness, support and coaching made for a wonderful 2 hour semi-private lesson. My daughter managed to successfully ride a few waves and is now hooked on surfing. I highly recommend them!

The staff are incredible! Our now 11yr old has been taking lessons for 2 summers. The staff are…read morekind, knowledgeable, patient and efficient (they're in the water practicing faster than I expected!), and the girls make significant progress in each lesson. We'll definitely be signing up for more lessons!

A very warm preschool for kids..and adults!…read more My 3 year old started PENS this year and it has been a blessing to our family. There are always tons of activities to do indoors and outdoors, and my daughter loves going to school! The parents stay once a week (or all days if you want) where you work at the school, and have a seminar with the teacher and other parents at the end of the day. The working day is very insightful as you learn how to be with children, and by working together you bond with the parents as well. There is a nice sense of 'community' that I feel is very important and precious :)

I cannot speak highly enough of Soquel PENS. My daughter is on the younger side and the amount she…read morehas learned at this school is AMAZING. Teacher Nancy is so kind and considerate. Her gentle and subtle teaching style is a perfect fit for the toddlers and little children that surround her. The name speaks for itself: you're not only educating your children while attending this school; as a parent, I'm educating myself as well.

My kids went to SCLC many summers and Malika and her team have been absolutely amazing. They are so…read morecaring, and attentive to the kids...they were my daughter's favorite camp and she couldn't wait to see them again each year. I can highly recommend Santa Cruz Learning Center!!

Locals, teaching locals! Thank you for always going above and beyond for the our children.read more