I had a pleasant experience when I took a PMP boot camp here. I spent time researching other boot…read morecamps but decided to go with Global Knowledge due to the rave reviews from someone that I knew that took it, plus their online reviews seemed promising. The location is attached to Ballston Mall. You can park in the garage and walk into the building from the garage, or go directly through the mall. The training facility is on the 10th floor. The front desk coordinators are super nice and friendly. There's unlimited water, coffee, tea, juice, and sodas to drink. If you're taking an all day boot camp, they drop off snacks around 3-4pm (chips and trail mix). There's also a kitchen (complete with toasters and microwaves) and a lounge to eat your lunch in. Global Knowledge is pricey, but they offer a guaranteed pass rate for your certifications (I can attest since I passed my PMP certification). You should sign up for the "verified" classes to avoid any last minute cancellations.

Beware of unexpected and unexplained class changes!…read more I had registered, and received confirmation for a $3000+ Networking class. A few days before the class was set to begin, I received the following email: "Greetings, There has been a change in location to your upcoming Global Knowledge event. Please review changes below. To confirm you have received this change simply reply to this e-mail. If you have questions regarding this change please contact Global Knowledge customer service at 1-800-268-7737. OLD LOCATION: GLOBAL KNOWLEDGE TRAINING CENTER NEW LOCATION: MICROTEK DC ( http://www.mclabs.com/facilities/microtek-washington-dc.aspx for directions) A hotel change is suggested." This last minute change left me scrambling to find new accommodations and transportation. After contacting customer service, I was not provided with any explaination of why the course location was changed, only that the new location was in DC. I later learned that the course was moved at the last minute because Global Knowledge had overbooked its training center. Two thumbs down.

I had to save my 500th review for a special place - that place is The Leadership Institute…read more I haven't taken classes at this headquarter, but will because I got a scholarship, so there will be an updated review at a later date. The Leadership Institute is a Conservative political policy school that teachers Conservatives the ins and out of running for office, building campaigns, how to get grass roots activists, public speaking and a multitude of other courses. I've purchased and attended the following courses: Travel-Fundraising Workshop - 9/23/11, 5-9 PM @ The Venetian ($10) Travel-Campaign Management School- 9/24-25/11, 8-5 PM @ The Venetian ($50) Lunch and beverages were included in the purchase price (most of these classes and their amenities are partially or totally underwritten by financial contributors.) I have to say, that $60 was by far, the most well spent money. The amount of work, presentation and the quality of the speakers and teachers was top notch. It was an incredible 3 days - I came out with a notebook full of useful notes. Travel-Fundraising Workshop - 9/23/11 We were given a crash course in: -Finance Committees -Finance Plan and Budgeting -Personal Solicitation -Fundraising Events The teachers are people who are at the top of their game in their field - and it shows. There were a couple group projects, dealing with a hypothetical campaign, that we had to present in front of the crowd. You're an active participant in the class, not a casual observer - and I like that. Travel-Campaign Management School- 9/24-25/11 We were given a two day crash course in: -Campaign Structure -Volunteers -Strategic Research -Voter Identification and Targeting -Building Coalitions -Building a Message -Public Relations and Earned Media -Precinct Organizations -Door to Door campaigning - Phone Banking -Public Speaking We continued with our hypothetical campaign for fictitious candidates that we had begun the prior day. We learned about how to get people together for campaigns, how much going rates were, what doesn't work, what the Left does that the Conservatives should utilize, etc. We had actual elected officials make guest appearances and speak to us. It was a real eye opener. We continued putting the info we learned into practice during our group projects. All of the participants (mostly people who are running for local or state level offices - I was the only college student at these events) were fighting hard during our presentations because two people were going to get scholarships to go to headquarters to take more schooling (I was one of the winners!) I learned a ton over the weekend and have continued to learn more to put into practice via their free online courses. Any business person or future elected official (particularly conservatives) should take as many courses as they possibly can from The Leadership Institute - they are invaluable.

Solid conservative institution. I've been benefiting from their blocks of instruction for my entire…read morecampaign thus far.

Now that I've had the kid and I can drink again, hubby and I have been going to some pretty nice…read moreplaces. I still need to figure out how to taste the wine that the waiter and waitress initially pours when he/she brings by the selection. Or better yet, how to make that selection. There must be a better way to make a choice other than whatever name sounds good. To that end, there is the Washington Wine Academy. It is a non profit with the purpose of teaching folks about wine. I went to an event of theirs last year and it was useful, but I think for a New Year's resolution I will take another class (maybe the ABC's of Wine or possibly Up to Speed). I know it is gonna be rough, but I am all about self-improvement. While I am at it, I should really go to the Wine Nights (Fridays) at Arlington Cinema and Draft House. The sacrifices I make!

I did the "One Hour Beer School" at 1/2 price via Groupon and learned about the making of beer,…read moredifferent types of beer, etc. It included tastings of four different types of beer and the instructor is knowledgeable and said he actually makes his own microbrews all the time. I don't know if I'd have paid full price but it was definitely interesting and enjoyable for 1/2 off via Groupon.

A most wonderful pool with good depth and length for lap swim. Friendly staff too and the changing…read moreroom and general environment are kept clean. They now have a guard posted at the entrance which is new. Probably for security.

Been coming to this center for toddler's swimming lessons last 3 quarters. The facilities are…read moregreat, I love how warm the kids pool is compared to the Long Bridge Aquatic center - me and toddler were shivering in the Long Bridge pool. The instructors for the APS swim classes really hit or miss compared to the county classes. We loved the first lady instructor, she always started classes on time and ended on time, knew what she wanted to do in the class, and had her songs with swimming movements ready. Last 2 sessions were with a gentleman instructor (who says he's been teaching swimming at APS for 15+ years) as the main instructor and recently he's been training this other lady and it's been so bad: 1. classes don't start on time half the time (one time started going around checking the kids in at the time class was supposed to start and that took 10 minutes, another time it's already time to start the class but instructor was standing around chatting for 5 minutes) and sometimes runs out of things to do class ended 5 min early 2. runs out of things to do in the class or don't know what songs to sing as we practice swimming movements and they start singing random songs or ask all the parents what song would you like to sing !!?? Could you do a little bit of prep beforehand or bring a cheatsheet into the pool so you know what to do next. Maybe it's the toddler class that's bad because kids are young... won't be doing the toddler class again here unless we get the first instructor back. Will wait for the class for older kids or go to county classes.

This place is amazing! The instructors are so knowledgeable, make the lessons memorable and…read moreengaging and you can tell they genuinely love what they do. I took the 2 week course and, while it is a lot of information to learn, the environment is set up for you to succeed and learn! Not only do you get lessons from world class instructors, but you are able to practice at a simulated bar! The bar set up is amazing and makes you feel so confident going into a real life bar situation. You get hands on practice which is so crucial to learning the drinks. I'd recommend this place to anyone and everyone!

Thank you Joe & Jonathan for the most intense and rewarding week of summer 2025. I signed up for…read morethe course with limited knowledge about liquor, liqueurs, and mixers and making crafted cocktails, margaritas, martinis, and drinks. I can confidently say I am an official certified mixologist because of Professional Bartender School's curriculum and their staff. They go above and beyond to make certain your hard earned money was well spent when you successfully complete the course.

I came in to Kenny's because I had dyed my naturally dirty blonde hair to a medium brunette and…read moredecided that being a brunette wasn't for me about 6 weeks later. Kenny and the staff did an amazing job on my hair. Kenny not only dyed my hair back to a light blonde, but also had to strip the color (that I had applied myself) because it was uneven. Yes, I was in the salon for more than 2 hours, but the staff made sure I was comfortable (water, soda, etc.). Kenny even offered to have me come in a few days later if I wanted any highlights added or to get a blowout (since I was going to a bridal shower/bachelorette party) that weekend. Yes, the salon is a bit expensive but still about on par for the area. I would definitely recommend Kenny's.

I got the best Brazilian blowout here a couple of weeks ago. I have had plenty and this was by far…read morethe best one I've ever had.

Excellent, high value immersion program. You won't find a better dollar value program for your…read moremoney. Prices are going up this year and they still beat everything in northern VA. We only discovered for the second semester after a random internet search and my son was happy to recognize a teacher from his previous language programs. They only down side is 3 hours on Saturday mornings which may interfere with sports. My kids are young so it is not a big deal yet.

From the owner: Learning different kinds of languages is fun and effective. Founded in 1998, Escuela Bolivia…read moreSpanish Classes has established itself as a reputed institute in and around Arlington. This institute was started by Edu-Futuro, a group that has been capable of fulfilling the need of learning Spanish among the Latino population in Arlington. Since then we have gathered talented students and helped them in pursuing their goals of learning fluent Spanish. We have various customized programs such as: children's Spanish classes and adult Spanish classes. The classes by Edu-Futuro are primarily designed to help students develop their academic, as well as leadership qualities. All of the programs taught here are heavily researched upon so that it can bring out the best in the pupils. The non-profit institute has expanded significantly over the years, adding more than 15 staff members and a lot of volunteers to its team. So if you want to learn Spanish, you know where to enroll.

Overall: 20/10 The highest review I've ever given a…read morebusiness. Dominic Latella works miracles for swimmers! I took his "treading water" clinic and in 10 minutes, I was treading water effortlessly; something I've struggled doing for years and even after taking numerous lessons with private instructors (not affiliated with SwimBox). He's taught for 22+ years! and it shows. He simply knows how to coach all the minute details in swimming mechanics. I've always 'm someone with a high muscle to fat ratio and have ALWAYS sank like a rock. He taught me 3 styles to use my hands to tread and 4 styles using my feet. He demonstrated things in the water (such as corkscrews) that I've never seen/heard of before. He's very friendly and personable as well. I've taken the swim analysis and it was super helpful/beneficial. Looking forward to signing up for more classes! Highly recommend!

Another attempt at learning to tread water. Another rip off. My single goal was to learn to be able…read moreto jump into deep water and to swim back with my head above water. Basically, vacation-style swimming where you jump off a boat, tread for a bit, and swim back to the boat. I asked if I could learn this at SwimBox. I was told I could. If they don't teach this, they should have said so. Instead, I took 10 classes and was never taught either of these things. The instructor, as usual, wasted time in the beginning treating me like I'm afraid of water. I can already swim underwater and on my back (not expertly, of course). Instructors should start off with new swimmers by allowing them to show what they can already do vs. starting them with blowing bubbles and floating. At SwimBox, they have no incentive to move you along quickly since dragging out the lessons equals more classes, which equals more money for them. I gave the instructor the benefit of the doubt that she was teaching me some basic things I needed to know. However, as the classes went along, I noticed we were headed towards what I feared -- teaching me freestyle swimming and perfecting my form. This IS NOT what I asked to learn! I don't plan to swim laps or join the Olympics. When I clarified again that I wanted to learn to swim with my head above water, she dismissed that type of swimming as not real swimming. Well, that's how people swim socially and that's what I asked, upfront, to learn. Finally, I was lied to when I was told we would work on treading water, which is the MAIN THING that I wanted to learn. The pools are, obviously, not deep, but I was duped into believing I would still be taught. Each time I take swim lessons, they teach what they want to teach. I will just have to get a friend to teach me because formal instructors are apparently hard wired to teach every new swimmer freestyle. I wasted my money.