A great place to learn. My wife and I took the six week Get Ready to Golf program. We had a great…read moretime and learned a ton from our instructor Brandon in a very short period of time. His teaching style, tips, and explanations made it easy to understand what we were supposed to be doing (or should not be doing in my case). I feel like it was really beneficial and would highly recommend this program and Brandon for anyone who is new to golf and interested in learning more about the game!

Good really isn't enough, but for Yelp purposes, 4.9 We've been Catch the Wave family for 6 years…read morenow and both of our boys have learned to swim under the program. We're so grateful for the wonderful instructors and staff- THANK YOU

We've been bringing our kids to Catch the Wave since the baby swim classes, and it's just been a…read moregreat experience. They've definitely learned a lot and are way more confident swimmers. The safety/survival stuff they teach gives me peace of mind, which is huge! My kids love going every week, their instructors are amazing especially Jennifer! Classes are small and price is great for how much fun my kids have. Plus, they're veteran-owned and have a military discount, which we appreciate. Just awesome choice all around if you are looking for swimming lessons!

Both of our kids attend CSA, and we've seen great progress in each of them. Their technical skills,…read moregame awareness, and overall confidence have improved a lot since joining. What we appreciate most is how much the coaches care about every player. They take the time to support each child and create a positive, motivating environment. It's been a great experience for our family, and we're really happy to be part of CSA.

CSA has been a fantastic experience for our family. Great balance of quality coaching, positive…read moreculture, and affordability. Most importantly, our kids are growing both on and off the field. Highly recommend.

I am not sure how it has taken so long to write this review! Two years ago, TQA literally saved me…read more My confidence had unfortunately been broken by a series of unfortunate circumstances. As much as I loved every aspect of riding and horsemanship...I truly was at a low point, and possibly could have quit any day. Dundee and T'Neil are so understanding and in-tune with their students. They have helped me believe in myself again! They have also matched not only myself, but also my daughter with our dream ponies. We have learned so much, and have had a great time doing it. The property is beautiful, and the horses are HAPPY and HEALTHY! Sabrina is so attentive to our horses-and treats them as if they are her own. Our TQA family is worth every mile driven (we live in Chicago!). Love TQA!!!!

Truly the best experience I've had in my 5 years of riding! I'd previously ridden at two other…read morebarns and the trainers at Thoroughquest put in so much work and time to give me what I can say was the best experience and the most help to restructure my riding technique. They used methods I'd never seen before to tweak little aspects of my posture and riding altogether. While my previous instructions at other barns had been rooted in posture and somewhat jerky hand and leg movements the trainers here helped to establish my understanding of how we can communicate with horses fluently through the gentle yet effective signaling of our hands and leg. Dundee and TNeil are some of the most knowledgeable (and patient) trainers you'll meet and the way that they instruct is clear and concise! Lots of reminders to stretch through my lower leg cause that's what I struggled with in the beginning lol. I've never been to a barn that takes better care of their horses from hoof to ear I'm sure their ponies are amongst the happiest in the world! They have large turnout areas a lovely indoor and outdoor arena and hosted get togethers to bring the team closer together. The barn is clean and I've never met anyone there that wasn't kind and helpful. They're truly a dedicated group of riders and I wish I'd found them sooner.

My daughter loves it here! Times are convenient, the place is HUGE, lots of classes, all age…read moregroups, AWESOME instructors.

Royalty is JUST what we needed in Huntley! They have the absolute BEST coaches around that pride…read morethemselves on proper technique and progression required to be the best gymnasts, cheerleaders and/or dancers they can be! They engage with the kids AND their families....which makes them like family to us! The office staff is extremely friendly and helpful, the website is sharp and easy to navigate and the pricing is super fair. Try them out, you will not be disappointed!

I recently completed my CCL course at Lightning Defense Academy, and I can say without hesitation…read morethat this is the best firearms training academy in Northern Illinois. From start to finish, the experience was exceptional, educational, and deeply meaningful to me. My instructor, Erin, is nothing short of outstanding. Her intelligence, professionalism, patience, and strong character set the tone for the entire class. She created a supportive, welcoming classroom environment where every question was encouraged and answered with clear, precise instruction. Erin truly takes the time to ensure her students understand not only how to safely handle a firearm, but also the laws, responsibilities, and mindset required of a concealed carry license holder. Her trust in me as a student, the time she invested, and her belief in my ability to succeed meant more to me than words can fully express. She is an incredible female instructor who absolutely rocks this class and blew it out of the park on every level. The class itself was fun, informative, and well-paced, with a great group size that allowed for individual attention. The agility test and range qualification were run smoothly and professionally, and the written test at the end of the course was extremely helpful in reinforcing everything we learned. I walked away feeling confident, informed, and prepared. The owner, John, is an amazing instructor and an even better human being. Despite running a busy family business and teaching instructor-level classes, he took time to step into our classroom and share invaluable, real-world knowledge that every CCL holder should hear. His guidance on the range is something you truly need to experience firsthand. He is patient, highly knowledgeable, and genuinely invested in the success and safety of every student. Lightning Defense Academy is also home to an incredible pro shop located in the same building. It is a family-run business, with John and his son working behind the counter and going above and beyond to help. They patiently answered my questions, guided me toward the proper holster for my needs, and made the purchasing process comfortable and educational. The selection of firearms and accessories is outstanding, with one of the largest selections of new and used firearms I've seen, along with hands-down the best-priced ammunition in McHenry County. What truly sets Lightning Defense Academy apart is their commitment to the community. They offer free classes for women taught by Erin, free CPR and first aid classes, and many additional opportunities to continue learning and growing as a responsible firearm owner. Passing this class meant the world to me. Being trusted, taught, and guided by such a knowledgeable and caring team opened my eyes to the seriousness, responsibility, and legal understanding required of a CCL holder. Lightning Defense Academy doesn't just teach you how to pass a class--they teach you how to carry with confidence, responsibility, and respect for the law. Located off Route 14 in Crystal Lake, Lightning Defense Academy is a true platinum gem. If you are considering obtaining your CCL or furthering your firearms education, do not miss the opportunity to train with John, Erin, and their outstanding team. I recommend Lightning Defense Academy without hesitation as the absolute best in Northern Illinois.

My wife and I took class with Erin she did an awesome job and made us feel very comfortable and…read moresafe!

Love this shop, probably one of the best shops in NW suburbs…read more Mike runs a class -A location that has lots of inventory, but most importantly he takes the time understand your needs (not pushing stuff for a sale ... just your needs). They are a PADI shop with all the courses that will help you at every level of experience. Check it out. Good place to know for your needs

Failed attempt to support local business Certified diver…read more300+ dives family of 5 , 3 of us certified looking to getting new gear for adults and junior padi divers. We live in Barrington Hills near by, rather than order on amazon I'd rather support local business. Play by play I walk in 30 minutes before they close, I tell the tall white bald gentlemen who I think may be the owner. I'm glad your open Response Not for long OK I'm interested in getting equipment to teach my kids how to dive reponse, are you an instructor. No I'm not . I'm not looking for full gear just mini tanks to teach in our in ground pool how to breath They have used rescue tanks and I'm looking for small tanks on their back with a regulator. His response I know someone who died in 3.5 feet of water their lungs exploded. Then He just looked at me like I was clueless. Could not have been less friendly. All I could do was walk out and not purchase anything. did not ask me my kids age, my experience, nothing. I walked in excited to spend a few thousand to upgrade our gear and get junior padi divers their gear. Walked out in just a few minutes. I would have given one star but I saw several things I planned to buy walking through for myself. Scuba world is normally very friendly . sadly not the case here.

My son has been on the competitive team at St. Charles Gymnastics Academy going on 5 years now, and…read morewe couldn't be happier. It truly feels like a family here. The coaches care deeply about each gymnast; not just their skills, but also their safety, growth, and confidence. They treat every kid as an individual and it shows. The boys on the team are all really supportive of each other, and it's such a great environment to be part of. The team is strong and competitive. They consistently place well at meets. We're so proud to be part of the SCGA family!

Watched coach interactions with athletes and was very condescending. Felt like athlete was targeted…read moreunnecessarily