All the teachers at Local Driving School are professional and nice. My daughter had 3 different…read moreteachers and they all taught her a lot. The feed back they provided after every session is very helpful. Extra kudos to Stephen in that he took my daughter on her last practice as well as the behind the wheel test at the DMV. SHE PASSED! This was a great investment.

Signing up for drivers training for my son was one of those experiences that I was putting in the…read moreback of my mind and one of those things that I was anxious about. As soon as I made my first phone, call to schedule driving lessons for my son, I was put at ease. They were very helpful on the phone and set up dates for driving lessons and they even pick him up at school or at the house or at his job if he were working. They made it really easy for parents who work and can't always drive their kids to where they need to be during work hours. My son was able to complete the required driving hours and they even set up the drivers test with the DMV. Kirt was my son's instructor and my son had a good time learning from him. My son passed his drivers test and is on his way to get his license! Thank you Kirt for all your guidance and time with him!!!

My son used this driving program and both he and I were so pleased with the owner, Jacqueline…read moreRegev, and her instruction. I appreciated her communication style and that she provided both of us with a guideline of what to expect. My son was very comfortable with her and her instructions. She gave him homework after each class and communicated with me about what I should be working on with my son. I could NEVER (:- 0) have been as patient or taught my son the many things she did! I'm so grateful. He passed with flying colors and knew what to expect. I highly recommend Ms. Regev and her program/business.

Oh my gosh, Jacqueline was so incredibly kind, encouraging and supportive with my teen driver! I…read morehave already recommended her many times over to people I know. My daughter had some fantastic lessons with Jacqueline this past summer which helped to polish and round out her skills before her in person driving test. I will always be grateful to Jacqueline, not only for her impeccable teaching skill, but for her beautiful, kind, and connecting spirit. The idea of getting in the car and driving with a stranger certainly can be daunting but having the opportunity to see some of Jacqueline's teaching videos on youtube really helped us feel comfortable in choosing her as a teacher. It also was cool to see her with her daughter in one of the videos. It made me feel, here is someone who really understands. Thank you again, so much!

This is my Happy Place. Every instructor and staff member I've come to know over the past 3 years…read morehas been so helpful and friendly, and the community here is wonderful. The studio is big enough to offer things like visiting artist workshops, a spray booth for glaze, raku, soda firing, and more - and the huge range of work is always inspiring!

I have taken classes there for 5 years, and the instructors are wonderful. Students can use the…read morestudio outside of class time. The value for your $$ is very high. This studio has an amazing offering of classes (6 week and 12 week) and workshops (2-3 days) , and the opportunity to learn all of pottery process, like making glazes and firing the kilns.

Not sure what was wrong with the folks who left reviews…read more I took the accelerated course. It was great to be able to finish as fast as I did. I passed the NBA the first time, teacher set us up well for success. This school has everything you need and even help with your resume when you're out. If you need to be coddeled and hand held maybe the accelerated isn't the program for you. Ignore these 1 star reviews, if you're looking to start phlebotomy this is a great course to do it.

Don't waste your money. This school didn't teach us anything to pass the NHA test.. straight waste…read moreof time and money. Questions on the test was nothing that was taught in this class .. I am so disappointed

What can I say? Hands down, this was the best recertification training I've ever had. I've been a…read moreloyal customer for the past three recertification cycles, and every experience has been outstanding. I highly recommend Rendon Revive Education to anyone needing healthcare certifications or recertifications. Excellent instructors, excellent training, and an overall first-class experience.

Dr. Rendons was epic. I went for the whole blended BLS,PALS & ACLS. I couldn't be any happier, it…read morewas methodical and straight to what I need to complete the class. Ill see you all 2 years from now.

Incredible professional staff, our children have really loved going there and we have seen their…read moreChinese skills blossom. They look forward to it and have built meaningful relationships and friendships here too. The enrichment classes have even helped our kids, love math! The staff treat our kids like their own, and we have even done the summer camps there because our children love it so much. 10 stars!

Transitioning away from 2.5 hour/day hybrid school, Su Yun was so great for my two kids (and their…read moreadults) this summer. Having a solid block from 8am - 6pm at summer camp for 3 weeks was a nice throwback the the old, pre-pandemic normal days. My kids (ages 5 and 8) loved the hands-on STEM projects and outdoor time at the nearby playgrounds. We loved that they were able to make new friends, play and have some Mandarin language exposure. Weekly photos of what the kids did at camp were also shared which was nice because often times they forget details of their day and it helped to facilitate more conversation about their days. Su Yun was also really great about ensuring (as best they could) a safe environment with all the COVID prevention protocols in place. The summer adventure was completed without any issues or outbreaks. The staff was also so thoughtful! My younger son's birthday happened while at camp. We didn't say anything and then he came home with a small little goody bag of snacks and small little treats like pencils/erasers. It was a nice little surprise gift. With all of that said, we will definitely look into returning again next year!

My 4 year old son has been coming here for private lessons for about a half year, consistently. The…read moreinstructors are either high school or college students and depending on the instructor, some are better than others. For the most part, he seems to be adjusting to the lessons, regardless of instructor. The only consistent issue I've been noticing is that whenever there is a schedule adjustment or pool closure which affects the lessons, they are very slow in issuing refunds or credit. In fact, you have to keep on them otherwise you'll probably not receive any compensation back. It has been a week since a recent pool closure affected my son's Saturday lesson, and we still have not received anything. The front desk said that they are "behind."

Wow, coming back to Albany Aquatics Center for kiddo swim lessons is full circle. Back in the day I…read moreswam here for swim meets in high school and now coming back, such a cool moment to be with the family. They offer Tot Swim (including on Sundays) which is honestly such a fun addition. We called ahead of time with a bunch of questions as newbies and inquired about walk-ins. We received answers to everything we needed to be set up with success for our first swim. There's also a super cool vending machine by the bathrooms/showers/changing areas that offers nutritious pre and post snacks, goggles, sunscreen, and I think swim caps too. The indoor pool is super spacious and everyone was respectful (of lanes, hehe). You're able to utilize pool accessories during the swim hours and there's lifeguards on duty with a stop watch to let you know when Tot time is over. We had around an hour and 15 or so. There's an awesome grass area and epic park next door. Parking is accessible in front of center. Can't wait to return! Definitely check the swim calendar online before heading over.

Three years later and both my boys go here. Saturdays she has classes now until 9:30 to three,…read moreSundays 9:30 to noon and other days by appointment. My kids tell me she is good because she is critical when she needs to be to help them with their work.

Our son started at Orkidz about six months ago, when he was 14 months old, and we couldn't be…read morehappier! Beyond all the great things about the daycare - the beautiful classrooms, the great outdoor space, the fun activities, and the amazing homemade food- the most important thing is the truly wonderful teachers. They give so much care and love to our son and all the other kids. He absolutely loves his teacher and happily runs into daycare every morning. As first-time parents, we had a lot of worries about the transition from being together at home to his first daycare and I feel choosing Orkidz turned out to be one of the best decisions we made. It's such a great feeling to know he's somewhere he feels safe, happy, and loved. We couldn't recommend Orkidz more.

I waited a couple of months after starting daycare before posting a review, and now that our son…read morehas been at Orkidz for over two months, I truly can't say enough good things about it. There is a reason this place only has 5-star reviews! As a first-time mom, I was extremely anxious about leaving my son with caregivers outside of family. What I didn't expect was that the wonderful teachers at Orkidz would start to feel like extended family to our baby. Before enrolling, I had heard plenty of horror stories about daycares where staff seemed disengaged or unhappy in their jobs. That has absolutely not been our experience here. The women at Orkidz genuinely LOVE children, and it shows every single day in the warmth, patience, and care they bring to the classroom. We toured several daycares before Orkidz, but the moment we walked in for our tour with Ms. Sheila, we were sold because no other place could compare. We were amazed with the facility, their library, their beautiful outdoor space, and the impressive commercial-style kitchen where they make yummy food for the kids. As for our son, I had prepared myself for difficult drop-offs and lots of crying. Instead, after a brief moment of confusion on his very first day (not sadness or separation anxiety because the teachers got to distracting him right away!), he settled in and adjusted to daycare immediately. He loves being around his little friends, is excited to go every morning, and is all smiles every time we come back to pick him up. Our son loves all the teachers, his face lights up when he sees them every morning, and he is especially attached to his primary teacher, Ms. Azadeh. They also have fun and engaging classes and we absolutely love the daily updates and pictures! In just a couple of months, we've already seen our now toddler become more social, curious, and comfortable around other children and adults. He also eats so well there and they have a variety of homecooked meals that I could never replicate. If you see a spot open at Orkidz, consider yourself lucky and save the spot as soon as you can - you will not regret it!

I have been taking piano lessons with Laura Ponti at Albany Music School for the last 2-3months…read more Lessons are offered to both kids and adults from beginner to intermediate skill levels. If you are looking to take piano lessons, I highly recommend Laura. She is kind, patient, passionate and dedicated to teaching you how to play the piano the right way. This is a nice music school. It's not too big or too small. They have 5 rooms for lessons and they offer a variety of lessons with musical instruments including the piano, violin, drum, voice, and guitar. Both Lina (owner) and Judy (receptionist) run the school quite well and they are organized and professional. The only problem is that this studio doesnt have adequate insulation, which feels even hotter than it is (especially during the heat wave we are going through). I hope the building managers take this seriously and get the problem fixed soon. I recommend dressing light and drinking lots of water to stay hydrated. I highly recommend Albany Music School. Great piano teacher and staff.

YAY!!!!!!!!!!! I finally did it!!!! I finally started…read moreplaying the piano...and you know what...I LOVE IT!!!!!! I've passed this place several times since it's in my neighborhood and I kept saying I have to call, I have to call. Finally I did :) The place is located in an upstairs studio. Very nice place and well lite. There are 3 piano rooms and a nice waiting area :) I take private lessons w/Lina who is such a cutie pie. Since this is my first time taking lessons she is soooooo helpful and very pleasant. She goes over everything with you and reassures you :) I love her!!!!! The monthly fee to attend the school is $240. That includes the private lessons, the materials and they opportunity to come in any time and practice and listen to others. They also have other lessons available. I know for sure when I go, there's this little boy who plays the violin. He's really good too :)