I really wish we had started gymnastics somewhere else. Coaches changed frequently, communication…read morefrom leadership was lacking. I believe they are under new ownership so hopefully doing a better job with communication, consistency and quality of coaching.

I signed my kid up for a summer Sunday toddler session in April 2024, choosing the course over many…read moreother summer options. We found out the entire program was cancelled on the third session in June, an hour and a half before the class started. Can you guess how many other summer programs have openings in late June? While we received a pro-rated refund, we received no explanations, no opportunity to find out about other classes we could take, and only a vague response that things would be up and running again by July 15th. It's now July 15th and we haven't heard anything. Unless you want to have your time wasted, don't bother with this disorganized, irresponsible program. It seems like there are serious managerial problems and a huge lack of responsibility. Don't bother - we won't again!

So much fun!!! We had zero experience-- didn't know how to hold the foil (didn't even know what a…read morefoil was vs a saber), didn't know how to stand, and didn't know how to put on any of the equipment (did you know there's a plastic chest shield, under arm protector, and an electric vest to record the hits?). Sergei very patiently taught us the basics, let us practice the techniques on the mannequins, then let us try to "fence" each other! On Saturdays, they have a free adult intro class, then you can sign up for the classes to learn the techniques, etc. Highly recommend!

I have been training at FAB for almost two years now. They provide an excellent environment for…read moreclub members to train in. Vitaliy is a world class coach that molds people into champions. Whether or not you want to be competitive or have fun and get some great cardio, this place is for you.

We were here for a birthday party. (super well done party) This is a fantastic dojo with excellent…read moreand motivating instructors. The owner seems very committed to the school and to his students. Classes are offered for all ages and you can pay monthly and get unlimited classes (you can go every day if you want. which is nice when you have a child that wants to go all the time.

2015 SEASON - GREAT MUSIC FOR FREE on DCR's HATCH SHELL…read moreBoston Landmarks Orchestra / Christopher Wilkins, conductor Wednesdays at 7pm - Check schedule and weather updates at landmarksorchestra.org JULY 15 - OPENING NIGHT: RHAPSODY IN GREEN JULY 22 - FIESTA SINFÓNICA JULY 29 - LONGWOOD SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA AUGUST 5 - ITALIAN NIGHT AUGUST 12 - SHEHERAZADE MEETS CLARICE ASSAD AUGUST 19 - DRUMS ALONG THE CHARLES AUGUST 26 - A MIDSUMMER NIGHT'S DREAM Commonwealth Shakespeare Company / Steven Maler, director 2015 Performing Partners include Back Bay Chorale, BAJUCOL Folkloric Ballet, Boys & Girls Clubs of Boston's Yawkey Club of Roxbury, Camp Harbor View, Commonwealth Shakespeare Company, Conservatory Lab Charter School. Grooversity, Horace Mann School for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing, Longwood Symphony Orchestra, North End Music and Performing Arts Center, One City Choir and ZUMIX. These programs are supported in part by grants from the Massachusetts Cultural Council and the Boston Cultural Council, a local agency, which is funded by the Massachusetts Cultural Council, administrated by the Mayor's Office of Arts, Tourism, and Special Events. Boston Landmarks Orchestra's 2015 sponsors include the Free for All Concert Fund The Boston Foundation, the Liberty Mutual Foundation, the Highland Street Foundation, The Boston Globe, WCRB-FM, and WCVB-TV.

The Landmark Orchestra's Festival at the Shell runs during July, August and September and is a…read moregreat way to see classical music FOR FREE at a beautiful location. The Hatch Shell on summer evenings is great. Just bring your blanket, chair and picnic dinner and enjoy the sounds of brilliant classical music. Each performance has a theme and the website has the whole summer line up. If the weather is bad there is a rain location but I've never been. Website is http://www.landmarksorchestra.org/index.php

I recently signed up my older son (9yo) for the 8 week "learn to fence" program at Allez Fencing…read moreClub in Watertown and he loves it for the cool factor of "sword fighting" and says the coaches are great. The coaches, Mark and Jack bring over 20 years of experience in fencing. From what I've observed, they break down complex techniques in a fun and engaging way, providing a truly supportive, pressure free community. They provide all the gear needed and will have a small competition amongst their classmates at the end of the course; a valuable experience for youth to apply what they've learned and observe the progress that they and their teammates have made through some friendly competition. I will continue to enroll him in classes at this club in the fall.

Fantastic experience from day one! The coaches are passionate, patient, and truly invested in each…read morefencer's growth. Highly recommend!

Our daughter enrolled in the Music Department majoring in violin since 2022-23 academic year…read more Violin to us is merely one of the ways for our children to socialize meaningfully, and, as a result, we regularly yielded to her reluctance to practice and never planned her future in music at all. Even so, she auditioned and got accepted to advanced ensembles (with two local youth orchestras), playing with full symphony orchestras ever since she was at age eight. When she started WHS, she was a very good player, but no way exceptional like kids from musical families and she noticed the differences herself. However, three years later, our daughter is assessed to be on a soloist and chamber musician track with composition to boot. During the time she has been at WHS, she was given so many opportunities to the music world outside school, such as NEC Prep YPO, Honors Chamber, CHIPS, and collaboration to lead orchestra part in professionally produced operas live with music establishments like Boston Lyric Opera and also has her composition works performed not only at school, summer camp (senior division), but also aired on NYC Public Radio, WQXR, showcased as a young artist. For a high school student, that certainly is unbelievable! Seeing our daughter flourishing into a confident, accomplished young lady, we know without the care and dedication from WHS's beloved faculty members, it probably would have happened at all! Thank you from the bottom, Walnut Hill! We highly recommend Walnut Hill School for the Arts to aspiring students interested in the Arts with no reservation.

Disappointing. It's 50K+ per year + fees. They make you go thru hoops to provide a ton of…read moreinformation, academically and financially. They don't listen to your requests/communication. A bit of hubris/attitude when you talk to folks there. Then they come back with a 5K financial aid. What a joke. This school is only meant for folks who are very well off or dirt poor (my guess). If you are blue collar/middle class, forget about it. Just move to a town with a very good school system. This is an elite snob factory.

I have never taken yoga before, having said that, I have had plenty of lousy teachers in other…read morefields, and I can spot a good instructor when I see one. Roni Brissette is a certified Iyengar Yoga instructor. I feel that Roni is a very patient teacher who has the knowledge and experience to help you take your Yoga to the next level, if you wish, or to gently introduce you to the art. Her classes are very friendly and welcoming, and her studio is cozy and feels like a safe retreat after a tense day, as it should. She also offers 'Yoga to Go' individual instruction at your home or workplace.

Roni Brisette's teaches Iyengar style yoga. I attended a lot of yoga classes in many different…read morestyles (Ashtanga, Iyengar, Hatha to name a few) and I think Roni is very good. She gives individual attention to her students, demonstrates the poses and gives clear instructions. Her classes are playful, fun and different. I don't agree with a previous reviewer (Des. L) that her classes are only for novices. I have been practicing yoga for about 20 years and I still enjoyed the pace of the classes, their substance and the level of difficulty. Her studio is based in the basement of her home and because of that, there is limited natural light. Also, the space is not that big and although Roni tries very hard to make sure all of the students see her demoing the poses, the view is obstructed by several large columns in the middle of the basement. While I truly enjoyed Roni's classes, they are on the pricey side. The drop in rate is $25 and 8 and 16 class passes must be used within 2 months. 8-class pass is $170 or $21.25 per class and 16-class path is $300 or $18.75. In comparison, "yoga in the village" just down the road charges drop in rate of $15 per class and 10 class pass is only $130 ($13/class).

I loove NGMA! This is a wonderful music academy for a beginner or a learned musician. They also…read morework with kids and they're great! The kids learn amazingly fast it's incredible. They have a program were you can come with your friends and you can learn together and you have an hour of private and an hour of ensemble. You can join an ensemble of course, if your friends aren't joining in. After a few weeks or months, you pass the first level and you have a concert, and it's really cool. Or you can just have private classes and those are great too. They teach all kinds of instruments. You should definitely go there and give it a try! The teachers are amazing and so talented, they have a wide range of experience in all genres of music. You will surely find this place a fit when you want to learn an instrument. Anyway, this is my experience at NGMA, I started taking weekly private classes on Feb/2010. Then I moved into an ensemble group, I stayed there for a few months learned a lot. It was really cool playing in a band, we were all at the same level and we all made mistakes playing so I didn't feel intimidated. Then I decided to go back to private classes again, and that's what I've been doing up until now. Give them a try, You'll love it!