I took my boyfriend here as a surprise for his 21st birthday. It was the both of ours first time…read morewheel turning and we went in completely clueless but Bianca was very patient and helped us make beautiful pottery together! Not to mention I booked an appointment last minute and she was still able to get us in for an amazing afternoon. I highly, highly recommend The Broken Mold if you're a first timer or even if you want to take classes as this is a great, friendly, local business. Also the prices were great for the services/products you receive and you should definitely check out the shop as it's filled with gorgeous plates, bowls, cups and even earrings. I loved my experience here!!

Fantastic 1st experience at The Broken Mold. Bianca provided excellent initial instruction and…read moreguidance as we each created our first clay 'masterpiece!' This needs to be at least a yearly event!

I did a date night at Painting with a Twist and it was so much fun! There was a good number of…read morepeople and our instructor Krista was so nice and informative! It was a great time with good music and drinks. The entire class was about 2-2.5 hours depending on how long you took to add some finishing details and everything was provided from paint, canvas, cups, paintbrushes. You're allowed to bring any sort of drinks and snacks which was a lot of fun. They rotate which paintings they do and post it on the website as well and it's fun to just come and pint even if you're not going to follow the template! I highly recommend coming with a group of friends or for a date!

Great service, awesome paintings for purchase and the class was very welcoming and easy to follow…read more Would definitely go again

I took a glass blowing class with my boyfriend. Raj was very patient and kind while working with us…read more(beginners) and answered our many questions. We had lots of fun and finally got to cross something off our bucket list. I definitely recommend!

I've came here multiple times, spent couple thousand of dollars, referred dozens of people here and…read moreeven was considering blowing glass here for a short period of time. With a few years of good service, you would think the owner would work with you when you need an easy 20$ joint fix but nope not Phil! He told me he could "make a piece worth the same in the same amount of time it would have taken to fix a 10mm clean joint break". Considering the price was 100$ for a 15 minute job, I'm sorry, but if you wanna get overcharged and work with someone who will never budge no matter how much money you put into this mans pocket come here !!!! Have had better experiences with other local head shops but will not name .

My wife and I first attended a Capital Cooks class back in late 2023. It was so casual,…read morecomfortable, and educational that we decided to sign up for another class. Since then, we've learned how to make our own sushi, sour dough, pastries, street foods, pasta, stuffed grape leaves, chocolate mousse, Mexican foods, Mediterranean foods, baklava, paella, and so much more! We rarely eat out anymore since we now know how to confidently make it ourselves, and our own cooking now tastes so much better than at a restaurant. We've even lost weight - bonus! And the tips for where to find ingredients and make our own vanilla extract for just pennies have been amazing! I needed to leave this review because for the second Christmas in a row I've made paella as I was taught at Capital Cooks by Caroline and it turned out so amazingly perfect! The family non-stop kept complimenting how great it tasted, and it got devoured. Thank you, Caroline, for what has become our new Christmas tradition meal, and it's actually fun to cook it! You're amazing. Your husband Paul is awesome! Thank you both for the education you've given my wife and me. We are already signed up for a couple more classes in the coming months!

If I could give this place 10 stars I would! We booked for a team holiday activity and we had so…read moremuch fun. Everybody is a chef here. Even if you don't normally cook, they will teach you. We chose dumplings around the world we made sweet potato pierogies, we made chicken and cheese and mushroom and garlic dumplings. So good! You make your own dough! Theresa was amazing. So friendly and funny. We had a blast. We brought our own chef hats too! Aprons provided. You are going to need one!

I had SUCH a great time today at Board & Brush in Latham!! I will absolutely be coming back…read more This is a do-it-yourself wood board making class. Everything you need to sign up and pay prior to your class is on their website. They have TONS of different designs to choose from. It's really hard picking just one. On the day of the class I arrived and the boards were already cut and designs placed on them. We started by "shaping" the wood by making different marks using tools such hammers. We then sanded and picked out a stain for the wood then applied. After that you place the design where you want it, then paint and wax. Ok it's a bit more complicated than that but you get the jist. There was a lot of hands on help from one of the owners, Chris, who was a bunch of fun. A good selection of music was playing and everyone had a good time. There were pretzels and chips and salsa to snack on as well as drinks (wine, beer, soda) for purchase. All in all this was super fun and you got to take home your project same day!

I have been meaning to write a comment but time got away!! I made a reservations for board and…read morebrush for part of a bachelorette party! The whole process was so smooth, Chris helped every step of the way. We made some great signs and had a fantastic time!!!! I would highly recommended board & brush! Great for any event .

I cannot say enough good words about Gail & ADF. I have been dancing here for a little over a year…read morenow, and can happily say I've found my home studio. Gail, and the rest of the teachers at ADF, are second to none! The classes are challenging but also great for all levels. I danced through high school and college, and tried returning elsewhere shortly after, but nothing really stuck. Since being at ADF I have improved as a dancer more in a year than I feel I have throughout my whole career. Gail even helped me get back into pointe shoes after a ten year hiatus! The studio, teachers, and other students create a very welcoming, warm, and non-judgmental environment conducive to emotional and physical growth as a dancer and human overall. Great opportunities, FANTASTIC STAFF, and a wide variety of classes and workshops. I LOVE ADF!!!!!

Albany Dance Fitness is a wonderful place to dance, especially for the "older" dancer. Gail has…read morethe ability to understand that while many of us over 38 still love to dance and be challenged, we aren't going to be NYCB stars. She pushes us within our own minds, bodies, and abilities, understanding that at 40 we're not likely to develop perfect turnout and 180-degree extension, but we can still strive for perfect technique within whatever turnout and extension we have. Her combinations are both challenging and fun to dance--in my 35+ years of ballet classes, her combinations have provided some of the most enjoyable choreography I've danced. It is a true joy to work with her.

This is the absolute best place to take a dance class - whether you've never taken a class before…read moreor have danced for a decade. They have "semester" long style classes and one time workshops. The teachers are amazing, everyone is so welcoming and kind, and the space is so fun.

So happy to have such a fantastic art center in the area. I have taken a bunch of classes: stained…read moreglass, fused glass, embroidery, encaustic painting and have enjoyed every one. They have such a wide variety of classes.

The goal of the Arts Center is to "engage people in a creative experience" and it delivers. It's…read morefun to stop in at times to browse their exhibits which includes a faculty student gallery, the Wallace and Foyer galleries, as well as a main gallery. The best part is they are free and open to the public. They offer a range of classes for different age groups such as creative writing, performing arts, culinary arts, digital arts, studio art, crafts, dance, and more. I found out that the last Friday of every month being Troy Night Out, makes a great night out exploring arts and culture. The exhibits are open during the day and seem to draw me in after brunch in Troy. I find them pretty unique and definitely one of a kind. I'm hoping to take some classes in the near future such as sculpting with clay or a few of the culinary classes. Overall a simple and neat arts center with plenty of activities for art and culture seekers.

The center is run by rude & incompetent management. Clearly understaffed & uncared for…read more Facilities are dirty & often not fully functional. When asking about any issue, you're told to speak to management. Where are they? Not in their office or helping their staff. They're in the gym working out with headphones in. Avoiding work, avoiding staff requests, avoiding customer relations. And if you do manage to get the chance of an interaction, they are rude & dismissive. This facility could be nice, but it's being run into the dirt. You're better off looking elsewhere.

Retirees make up a large portion of Ciccotti's customer base even though the center serves all ages…read moreincluding many families. That's because membership is free for those with CDPHP Medicare plans. It's an awesome arrangement for the elderly who seem to enjoy working out early in the morning. When I arrive, I often pass elderly couples in their 70s or 80s as they're leaving the gym. Most appear to be in remarkable shape. I joined several months ago. The staff at the front desk was so helpful in getting me registered. So far, I've enjoyed the classes. The instructors are great. Some, especially Zumba, are very well attended. I haven't used the swimming pool yet though it looks inviting. I have used the track upstairs. There's a runners' etiquette policy posted to the wall which unfortunately some members and employees don't adhere to.. They're advised to walk or run in single file. Sometimes, they come with friends and walk side-by-side. It's annoying to have to dodge them, but I manage to out run them. Overall, the facilities are nice and so are the people who use them.

What a beautiful gallery! From the moment I walked in my eyes just travelled from paintings, to…read morejewelry, to sculptures, oh my! I just love everything about this place. So many pretty things. Apparently they have classes in the back area (pottery & painting) maybe more I'm not sure. I will have to take a class next time I am up in this area. Cynthia the owner is one of the sweetest people you will meet, and Natalia is a gem. Both ladies are friendly knowledgeable, helpful and boy oh boy they know their art. Definitely stop by you won't be sorry.