Had the best time throughing today with my daughter and husband! Chelsea our instructor was so…read moregreat!! Funny, kind and so helpful! We'll definitely do another session!

~ A PERFECT DATE NIGHT WITH THE BESTIES, PARTNER, OR SOLO! ~…read more I've been wanting to take a pottery class for the longest time, and I finally planned a date night with my husband. I found Clay Parlor, and we had the absolute best time! We signed up for a one-day "Sip & Spin" class, where you can bring your own beverage (BYOB) and experience a 2-hour pottery wheel session. It's an introductory class, so everyone is welcome, at all levels, and no experience is needed. Walking in, the inside of the studio felt very magical. It has an intimate, cozy feel, and you're surrounded by art pieces that inspire. The atmosphere is really grounding. When we arrived, the class was full with two other couples ready to start. Bella, our instructor, was fantastic--so supportive, funny, and relaxed. As she walked us through everything, she encouraged us to open our drinks and get the party started. Her instructions were clear, and she reminded us that it's all about having a good time, to be unserious, and reminded us to take a sip whenever we got too focused. After we cleaned up as a group, Bella guided us in choosing our glazes and let us know that she would fire the pieces for us. About 3-4 weeks later, we got a notification that our artwork was ready for pickup, and we were so happy at how they came out! Overall, it was an amazing experience. While it was a bit pricey for our usual date night, I would do it again in a heartbeat (and so would my husband - woohoo)! *HOT TIP: Their Friday "Sip & Spin" fills up fast, so be sure to check their calendar and plan ahead. **HOTTER TIP: Bring cups (that you don't mind getting a little dirty) for your beverages and any necessary wine/bottle opener.

Where do I start? Well, I always wanted to try belly dancing and came across Anja's class a decade…read moreago and enjoyed it thoroughly but at the time she only taught in the Fall. So, I found other hobbies and put that interest in the back burner for the time being. Nevertheless, my interest in belly dancing recently piqued again and I searched the Valley for a good belly dancing instructor to no avail. :( Forward to the present. In my search to find a belly dance instructor again I came across Anja. I was excited to try her class again and it was like I remembered. I really enjoyed her teaching style. I like how she breaks the movements down in the simplest way. It makes me feel like I have potential in learning this sensual and beautiful dance form. As to the structure of her class it starts off with a 15 minute work out using light weight dumb bells (which you bring). She then continues with exercises using belly dance movements which she breaks down simply so you know what you're doing. Near the end of class she does a belly dance choreo and then we stretch down before class ends. She's teaches veil movement, finger symbols, etc. It's a nice group of women who go there. Even thought this is a fit class you still learn belly dancing movements. I definitely would recommend her for first time instruction especially if you're like me and need the movements to be broken down a bit. She's very sweet and positive. I look forward to taking more classes with her. Definitely worth a try. :)

Anja is one of the best dance teachers in the state I've known her for over 30 years .Her…read morechoreography is unique and Exquisite to perform

We had our wedding at the White House Beach Club, and it was such a great experience! The venue is…read morebeautiful, the prices are very affordable, and everyone was so nice and helpful. Jan, our wedding planner, was especially amazing and made everything much easier for us. The DJ was great too, and we had such a wonderful wedding there!

I spoke to Jen, the owner of the venue after we text several times. I was thinking about having my…read morewedding at her place. I had arranged for my friend to go look at her place since I'm out of town. After reading the reviews on here on Yelp, google and FB. I felt it was best to not waste anyones time to even look at it. I did not want to chance being doubled booked and sent over to some steak house. I would be mortified if that happened to me or another couple. My friend called her to let her know she wasn't coming. Apparently, Jen was rude to her. Her unprofessionalism didn't end there. She called me, which I didn't take her call so she text me to talk smack about my friend. Now let's get realistic, who am I going to believe? I good friend I've known for 30 years or someone who has a ton of bad reviews. Time to look in the mirror and take some business lessons. Never be rude to the customer! Before you book here, I would google this place, FB and yelp review here. Look elsewhere first, you may not get what you are looking for!

David and Kim are the essence of cool. I'd pay the modest fee for entrance just to watch them…read moredance, but thankfully they don't gatekeep and are passionate about teaching people how to DANCE- not just look like they can dance, but how to lead, how to follow, how to collaborate and listen to the music. Come for the swing dance lessons, come for the dj, come for the warm friendly environment- get hooked on Lindy hop. A good swing out is irresistible! No better way to spend your Tuesday night.

World renowned dancers teaching right here in Ventura. I've been going to Kim and Dave's for 8…read moreyears now. They are kind, knowledgeable, and the best swing and Lindy hop I've ever had

We absolutely love the Parent & Me class at APTG It's such a warm, welcoming space where both the…read morekids and parents feel seen and supported. Ms. Paula truly lets the kids be themselves, which creates such a relaxed and joyful environment. My daughter has grown so much -- she's more curious, confident, and excited to learn since starting the class. And one of the best parts? We've both made wonderful friends! My daughter has built such sweet friendships, and I've connected with amazing parents too. It's more than just a class -- it's a little community we're so thankful to be part of.

Went here with my daughter for a year when she was 2 and it was a magical experience! The owners…read morecreativity, attention to detail, and care for the families is off the charts and the staff is excellent. I loved that the theme switched every week! My daughter made friends and had so much fun every week. I feel like the experience prepared her for preschool. I enjoyed going to the classes as much as she did and I highly recommend A Place to Grow for any mom with young kids.

I cannot say enough wonderful things about my experience with Jessie. From the very first…read moreinteraction, she made me feel seen, heard, and the most beautiful person on earth. There's something truly special about someone who doesn't just take photos but actually creates a space where you can relax, be yourself, and feel confident in front of the camera and that's exactly what she did. Her energy is calm, warm, and deeply encouraging. She pays attention to the smallest details. . .how the light falls, how comfortable you are, how natural the moment feels and somehow turn all of that into images that are even more beautiful than you imagined. During the shoot, she guided me gently when I needed direction, but also stepped back and let the moments unfold when she saw something genuine happening. I never felt rushed or self-conscious. Instead, I felt grounded, appreciated, and connected to the moment, to myself, and to the creative process. The photos. . .honestly, I was stunned. They captured not just the moment but something soft, confident, and real. Every image had this intimate, almost cinematic quality that I've never seen in my photos before. Friends have already asked who the photographer was because they were blown away. everyone who i have referred her too, loved her as much as i do. On top of the incredible talent, the professionalism was flawless: quick communication, thoughtful prep, punctuality, and a beautifully organized gallery delivered right on time. If you're looking for a photographer who brings artistry, intention, kindness, and a genuine ability to capture the essence of who you are, Jessie is someone you absolutely need to work with. I'm truly grateful for the experience and cannot wait to see her again.

I can't say enough about how amazing Jessica is! When you meet her for the first time, it's like…read moreyou've known her forever. She did such an amazing job with making our kids feel so comfortable so quickly. Both were willing to smile and follow her directions, even though they're so young. Every picture she takes is so intimate and absolutely perfect. We are so excited for our next session!

I am trying to figure out how Yelp knows I have been here?…read more The country club is lovely, as one would expect. The service and detail to attention is commendable.

A beautiful course and friendly staff but It's a place for entitled men trying to feel good about…read morethemselves .

I recently attended the first Business Networking International (BNI) Ventura County Gala Awards…read moreBanquet hosted at the Palazzio Event Center and it was a wonderful evening. The venue was beautiful and perfect for an event of this size. Everything was very well organized, the atmosphere was vibrant, and it was great to see so many local professionals gathered together to celebrate collaboration and business growth in our community. Many thanks to Gilbert and his team for the hard work and attention to detail that made this event such a great success. I would definitely recommend this venue for special events.

I was at an awards banquet for Business Networking International (BNI) this past week at the…read morePalazzio Center and it was absolutely wonderful. The vibe was classy and festive. All the employees went above and beyond taking care of every detail. The audio and visual was spot on. Food was yummy with my favorite being the string beans - so flavorful and cooked perfectly. The cake was beyond delicious. There was plenty of parking and easy to find. Thank you Gilbert for all you do !