I got a pedicure and I was very pleased and the staff was very professional I was definitely be…read moregoing back to the beauty school

I got my hair done today By Oscar was my student and Monica was the Teacher, and let me just say…read morethis first and for most They did way better than Tony and Guy did on my hair and they were so delightfu, nice and so very professional. If I was rich I would have given them a million dollar tip each. They worked so hard and long on my hair and the results are stunning. to say this is my new hair home is an understatement and I'm truly grateful for there hard work and beautiful job done with attention to my personal hair needs. I got the exact double coloring Ive wanted a long time and it's stunning. Thank you for being a school of excellence!!!

Rylie cut my hair she was awesome. I got more compliments than with any other haircut. She gave…read moreme tips and information on what shampoo and conditioner works best with my hair type.

I worked for Avalon in both admissions and leadership roles and ultimately left because the…read moreorganization's values no longer aligned with my own. The most significant challenge was what I perceived as a disconnect between leadership expectations and the realities of campus operations. Admissions teams were often expected to meet aggressive enrollment goals while managing constantly shifting priorities, limited resources, and inconsistent communication. Much of my role involved translating unclear or reactive direction into something representatives could realistically execute. In my experience, enrollment volume was prioritized more heavily than retention, student preparedness, and long-term student success. This created confusion around performance expectations and what outcomes were truly valued. I observed situations where high enrollment numbers appeared to receive greater recognition than efforts focused on retention, student readiness, and long-term outcomes. I also observed inconsistencies in recognition, advancement opportunities, compensation practices, workload distribution, and communication that negatively impacted morale. Many talented employees worked extremely hard to support students and improve operations, but feedback and recommendations from frontline staff often seemed to go unaddressed despite recurring challenges. Another concern was the culture within leadership. Rather than fostering collaboration, there were times when competition, poor communication, and uneven information sharing created unnecessary tension between teams and departments. This often resulted in employees acting as intermediaries rather than being empowered to work together directly and effectively. I frequently felt that organizational decisions were driven more by enrollment growth and financial objectives than by educational outcomes, student preparedness, retention, or long-term student success. I also felt that the perspectives of employees with direct experience working with students and campus operations were not given sufficient consideration when key decisions were made. I also experienced and observed workplace interactions that I perceived as insensitive and, at times, discriminatory. As a biracial woman, there were comments and situations that made me uncomfortable and caused me to question whether all employees were being treated with the same level of respect and professionalism. These experiences negatively impacted my sense of belonging within the organization. Additionally, I had concerns regarding how employee complaints and sensitive matters were handled. In my experience, confidentiality was not always maintained in a manner that fostered trust, which made employees hesitant to raise concerns or provide honest feedback. While I cannot speak to everyone's experience, I personally experienced interactions that I perceived as dismissive, demeaning, and unprofessional. Over time, this contributed significantly to my decision to leave. I genuinely care about career education and the students these schools serve. There are many dedicated campus employees throughout the organization who work hard every day to support students and help them achieve their goals. However, I believe the company would benefit from placing greater emphasis on student outcomes, retention, employee development, transparency, accountability, and stronger alignment between leadership decisions and campus realities. Pros: Dedicated coworkers, meaningful work with students, valuable admissions and leadership experience. Cons: Heavy emphasis on enrollment metrics, inconsistent communication, frequent shifts in priorities, limited recognition of employee contributions, concerns regarding workplace culture and confidentiality, and a disconnect between leadership and day-to-day operations, main focus being securing the 20+ grand from students for tuiton and not actual education.

Awesome! Wonderful, perfect nails every time. I am really particular about my nails and I get…read moregel fills and gel polish overlay and that is hard to find for some reason. Sindy does a perfect job every time and I don't have to worry about my nails peeling or curling early. I followed her from her SF salon then to her space at Shylock's and so glad she is still in San Rafael. (Close to the San Rafael Transit Center, so easy for me to catch a bus on the way home.) Large selection of colors for gels and regular polish. (My favorite is Perfect Match.) She also does fantastic and complex 3D nail art designs when I'm feeling more artistic. But I love the glitter! I love the new location of the salon and the boutique ambiance is super cute and relaxing! Make an appointment because she books up quickly and travels to teach. I usually book the next appointment when I go in.

Classic is amazing! First, it was very nice being able to communicate via text, as I have a 3 month…read moreold daughter and holding a phone conversation is near impossible. Through text, she was able to quote a price, squeeze me in her schedule (same day!) and tell me the best parking near her location. Second, she was very understanding of my situation, having a 3 month old who needed her passy put back in a few times and sound machine turned on. Classic was very patient-- even when I accidentally smudged a nail! And her work is flawless, just want I wanted, beautifully hand painted French tip lines and a pretty flower on the ring fingers. And a pretty rhinestone! All in all, an amazing experience and I'll definitely be back the next time I need my nails done and with my daughter when she's old enough for a mommy daughter mani!

I have been going here on and off over the last year and today I received the best service yet! Sue…read morewas absolutely amazing, personable, kind, and skilled! The prices are unbeatable and the staff is so fun. It's a relaxing environment and well equipped. I got a wash, blow dry, and flat iron and it was excellent! I highly recommend this business and be sure to ask for Sue!

I understand this is a training school and that they are learning, but I think better expectations…read moreneed to be set prior to the appointment. I came for a blowout, and right off the bat, it was evident that the trainee was not experienced with blowouts on long hair. However, I had no issues with the trainee itself. The trainer would come here and there to give some pointers, but after the wash and comb through, the trainee spent several minutes on one small section of hair while we were almost an hour into the appointment. While the trainer was there, I politely asked if it would be possible to complete the blowout in 30 minutes, as I had to be somewhere. This was on me because I have longer-than-average hair, and I should have double-checked while making the appointment. I was told that it would take about an hour when I made the appointment. The trainer got super defensive and stated that I was asking for too much, and this would technically be an $80+ blow out (my blowouts at traditional salons have never been $80+). I was surprised as to why he was so offended when I only politely asked and even offered to come back at a later time, as they close at 3 pm. Nonetheless, my event was postponed, and I was able to stay for longer, but the trainer ended up doing the blowout while the student watched. What I don't understand is why the students are made to do the service independently when they do not have much experience. The trainee was very sweet, and I understand that they were trying their best. It was overall a strange experience, and I don't think I will go back again. The results were just okay, and the curls did not last through the day.

I found this place as my appointment to a salon was cancelled. I searched within Yelp to find a…read moreplace due to do a color touch up and cut. It was a bit hard to find. But it's next to Anytime Fitness on the cross road of Dobson/Guadalupe. To my surprise, Don Villa Beauty School happens to be a feeder school for nail salons throughout the Valley. Tom a hair professional and instructor colored and cut my hair. In between, I was treated to a meticulous nail student doing my nails. I chatted with the school manager regarding school and students. I will definitely come back for my upkeep of my hair, mani/pedi and facial. Highly recommend.

Trng dy nail t, không có trách nhim, không rõ ràng minh bch, không am hiu kin thc v ngành nail …read more Mong các bn có s la chn sáng sut nht. Good luck !!!

Friendly and their desire to serve their customers was outstanding. Mani/pedi were done wellread more

My sister has just completed 600 hours at Saigon Beauty Institute. She then signed up through state…read moreboard and took the nail practical and theory exams and passed both for the very first time. I'd like to let everyone to know that Kim and her staffs are incredible, well-taught and prepared for students so well. Also instructor name Trung Tiet Nguyen has great teaching skills and hand-on experiences which helped students to become successful and motivated. Thank you so much. You all deserved 5+ stars and we will recommend this great school to all my family members and friends.

Happy to have returned for another hair color and Noa did an amazing job. She and the team are…read moreawesome and really take their time for perfect results. I'd recommend getting your hair done at this amazing salon/school.

Had a nice stress free cut and blow out. They did not push products. Also unlike another school…read morethere is no additional charge to have your hair dried. Nice folks. I'll be back

Everything is beautiful about this school! Good environment for high school students as well for…read moreadults! The staff from teachers to custodians, and the office people are all lovely and nice ! Except for this one female in building one , I don't know her name but she was VERY sassy with her tone and the way she responds , aside from that the other ladies were very nice and supporting with guiding me! All teachers I've interacted with are super nice and professional! They know how to make you comfortable, guide you, and explain details very well! Would recommend for anyone who's interested in staying in school ! ( Will take more pics as time goes by )

Due to a scheduling conflict, I had to unenroll my daughter from the program a week before classes…read moreeven began. Unfortunately, it took several phone calls and messages before I received a response. When I asked about a refund, I was told that nothing we had paid for was refundable--including registration, unopened materials, and the parking pass. While I understand that materials may not be refundable for health or administrative reasons, I find it difficult to understand why a parking pass, which is neither consumable nor a health concern, would also be nonrefundable. Overall, this was a very disappointing experience with a school we never even had the opportunity to attend. Better communication and a more reasonable refund policy, particularly for items like parking passes, would have left a much more positive impression.

10/30/25 Service 5/5…read moreGentleman's Pro-Cut with brows, Goatee trim, ponytail braids and line-up. Jesse delivers every time, clean and tight. Student cuts are less expensive and providing students practice. On East Main Street in Mesa Az. Ponytail humor my Friends-SYOY!

I just had my 5th cut here and am so glad I found this spot! It's a school so I know it might take…read morea little longer(not always though) than normal but it's worth it. I am always greeted as soon as I walk through the door. There is an instructor present to lend a hand and/or check the students work so it's like getting a professional cut at a fraction of the cost. I have had 4 different students and was happy with all of them. I don't think you can go wrong with any of the students. Do yourself a favor and give these guys a chance. I doubt you'll go anywhere else after.

SAA deserves more than 5 stars!…read more From the moment I started, it felt like family. Director Michelle has a way of connecting with everyone--no matter your personality. I came in quiet and reserved, but Michelle, Erin, Dezzy, Jamie, Sonja, Brynlyn, and Dorinda helped me break out of my comfort zone and see the confidence and potential in myself. This school doesn't just teach you laser -- they guide you, support you, and truly care about who you become. I'm beyond grateful for my experience here. Highly recommend SAA to anyone looking to grow in the aesthetics field!

I just graduated from SAA Laser Institute, and I am so happy I selected such a welcoming, hands-on,…read moreand supportive school. Michelle Fox and all of the instructors are wonderful. They know how to create a learning environment that welcomes everyone, whether you're a LE or totally new to the field. The information is comprehensive and prepares you not only for performing procedures, but patient care, career support, and so much more. I picked this school because this is the school that everyone suggested, and now I know why.