It's definitely cheaper than going to a regular salon. However, they need to work on their…read morebusiness model so customers are treated more respectfully. For example, today I had a color retouch and manicure/pedicure, and it took 6 hours to complete the service, which is too long for me. The students and the educators are wonderful.

First Dana who answers the phone is so friendly and upbeat. I have been coming here for about a…read moreyear. It being students, I know I'm taking a risk but I have always got excellent results until the last time. The teacher Vixy stepped in and redid thr haircut. I ended up with more off than I expected but it's the best haircut I have ever gotten.

My wife and I went to the salon for different items, she had her hair colored and I had a haircut…read more The students are completely taught by their instructors, the ways to make everything perfect. Taylor did a great job on my haircut. I also wanted to mention, the students all wear the same professional uniform, and the desks are well kept, displaying a top notch attitude.

Had a 60 minute facial and waxing. The experience was awesome! Great communication, wonderful…read morefacial, arm and hand massage, fantastic ambiance in the spa area with dim lighting and quiet classical music. The instructors/educators checked in with the student at every step (not that she needed it) and did a consultation at the beginning and an assessment at the end. I will 100% be back and try out all of the other services they offer!

Website and menu were nice. Called three time to make an appointment no answer. Wish they would…read morehave answered I really wanted to try them.

When I walked in, I felt it was a little industrialistic in the way there's a cage (aptly named…read more"The Cage") holding all the retail swag. It's also an open floor plan once you get past the front counter (sans the cage in the middle). Behind that is another cage where you walk in and get your waxing done. All in all, the feel was a lot warmer than expected, given the color scheme and the cage thing. Prices can be reasonable, given the product (brow wax $6), but hair service still on competitive par with other businesses. I was gifted a Groupon, and I think something was said that a normal hair cut with shampoo, conditioner, style is around $40? You have to keep in mind, yes, it's a school. They are learning. But the teacher to student ratio is about 1:4. Sometimes 2:4, depending on how many students are working. I'm sorry I forget the girl's name who worked on me. She's from Nashua, NH and has a short hairstyle. Her grandfather was a barber in NH so she comes from a line of hair cutters. She worked right from a picture in one of their books, and got the style I chose, perfectly. She did have a question about a piece of it, but the teacher corrected her. I do have to say, she must be doing something right if the teacher said it was VERY good, and her peers kept coming over and watching. She deserved the accolades. I love the style and she was spot on in doing the cut. Took her time and didn't rush it. She made it worth going. I'd go again, with or without a groupon.

Great haircut, color, and highlights! Very professional and friendly cosmetologists! I come here…read moreevery time we're in town.

I have learned more from watching Brad mondo on Snapchat than I did paying 15k to go here. I can't…read moreeven color correct my own hair. Lasted less than sox months as I felt completely I prepared to do hair. Knew nothing about color at all.

Total quality of work Kind and appropriate…read more Busy but the attention was perfect no rush

I attended Florida Academy's HVAC program while working full-time in the HVAC industry, which…read moreallowed me to compare what was taught in class with the realities of the field. I want to start by recognizing the night instructors, who were one of the best aspects of the program. They genuinely cared about student success, were supportive, and worked hard to help students learn. That said, I found the curriculum to be very basic and not fully reflective of what technicians encounter on the job. Because I was already working in the trade, I noticed a significant gap between classroom instruction and real-world expectations. For a program costing approximately $13,000, I expected a more in-depth education and stronger preparation. I was also disappointed by the amount of hands-on training available. There did not always seem to be enough equipment for the number of students, which limited opportunities to practice and develop practical skills. Communication with administration was another challenge. During an unexpected medical issue that required surgery and an extended recovery, I requested temporary accommodations so I could remain engaged with the program. Given that portions of the coursework already incorporate online instruction, I believed some flexibility would be possible, but that was not my experience. The biggest issue for me ultimately became attendance and make-up hours. To be fair, the school offers make-up sessions Monday through Friday from 3:30 PM to 5:00 PM and additional hours on Saturdays. However, many night students work full-time during the day and, like myself, also work weekends. Those options simply did not fit my work schedule or the realities faced by many working adults. When I approached administration to discuss my situation and explore possible alternatives, I was informed that no other options were available. While I understand that policies must exist, the interaction left me feeling as though it was essentially a take-it-or-leave-it situation rather than a collaborative effort to help a student remain on track. By the time my class graduates, I will owe more than 60 make-up hours, which has led me to make the difficult decision to withdraw from the program. I simply do not see a realistic path to fulfilling those requirements while maintaining my employment obligations. I believe more flexible scheduling options, particularly for working adults, would help students stay enrolled and complete the program successfully. The career support advertised by the school also fell short of my expectations. During the ten months I attended, there was only one job fair for the night program, and only one company participated. I did not see the level of industry connections and employment assistance that I anticipated. Overall, there were dedicated instructors and positive experiences, but I believe the program would benefit from stronger hands-on training, better communication, more robust career support, and significantly greater flexibility for working adults and students facing unforeseen circumstances. Prospective students should carefully consider whether the program's structure and cost align with their personal and professional needs before enrolling.

My name is Louis and I recently had an opportunity to meet with the amazing staff at Gulf Coast…read moreAcademy. My daughter is interested in attending this program and Flo was so insightful throughout the visit. The passion for her job and this Academy was infectious which put my mind at ease that this was the right choice for my daughter. I also had the pleasure of working with Ms. Ali who was another resource for any question or concern. I highly recommend that you tour the Academy and have a chance to meet with the amazing staff. Thank you both for your time and support! Warmest regards, Louis

Im about to start my second week of school an so far Im loving it.. learned soo much with only…read morethree classes. Susan is the best giving us her technique and tips. The classrooms are big and where we do our practicals has everything we need. Can't wait to learn more!!

I've been going to gorgeous contour for almost a year now. I had naturally black hair and Krystal…read morewas able to get me to Platinum Blonde. She was open with me and upfront since day 1. Which I never had from other salons. Krystal is the only person I trust to touch my hair since she knows exactly what I like, how my hair reacts to certain things and describes in detail everything she is going to do before any product goes on my hair. I recommend her to all of my friends.

Krystal was awesome! She took the time to understand what I was looking for & explained how she…read morecould make it possible for my hair. Krystal gave me options which I love. She also gave me tips for my new hair cut. I can't wait to go back for my hair color. Highly recommend Krystal's salon.