I've learned manual transmission 5 years ago and got my manual license in my own country. But since…read moreit's been so long ago, and I wasn't really ready to drive in a manual in the real world and I was always dreaming of getting a manual transmission car. I was nervous, went out for test driving several manual cars, got embarrassed how bad my manual driving skill was, stalled the test drive car 2 times, and I decided to take some serious training to fresh up my memories and also learn some new useful skills of driving a manual. George is welcoming and very helpful. What he taught me, the 'pushing the clutch in a bit' technique with coordination of the gas pedal, is extremely useful. Instead of 'only let the clutch off slowly' to launch, I launched way more efficiently than I did when I was getting my license. So far I've already got 3 lessons in total. I'm gonna get the full 6 courses in the next following weeks. George told me that the clutch of STI is pretty stiff, so if you can drive the STI well that probably means you can drive any other manual cars even more comfortably. I can tell George truly cares about his students and I recommend this to anyone that wants to learn how to drive a manual transmission.

I wish I could go lower than the 1 rating. I was given a slot from 8-10 in the night, and I reached…read morethe office half an early so that the formalities are done in time. I waited for around 45 minutes in the dark parking lot, the office was closed, although it showed open on the website. I kept calling their number, but no one picked up. I left 4 voice mails also, called in earlier in the day to confirm the appointment as well and left a voicemail then also. No one cared to call me back. And no one showed up on the site for the classes well past 8. Such a terrible experience. I hope no one goes through this ordeal.

Highly recommend Lucien. He's a very good teacher who taught a complete novice. He' has never…read moremissed a lesson, always shows up on time and is a very good man. Thanks Lucien.

Lucien has many positive reviews, so I think his teaching style clearly works well for some…read morestudents--it just didn't work for me. I'm not trying to criticize his technique as a whole, but I do want others to have a clear sense of what to expect. Booking a session was quick and easy, and I was able to get an appointment the very next day, which I really appreciated. I understand that driving instructors sometimes need to be curt and direct for safety reasons. However, I think the type of feedback also needs to match the situation and the student's experience level. For me, the lesson felt like an hour of being yelled at. I was constantly aware that I was doing something wrong, but not always what I had done wrong or how to fix it. My impression was that Lucien overestimated my prior driving experience. This could likely have been resolved by taking a few moments to pause, talk through what we were about to do, and ask whether I had done it before. When I asked questions, Lucien was willing to demonstrate, but many of his instructions weren't clear to me, and his tone made me feel as though I was being scolded, even if that wasn't his intention. If I made the same mistake multiple times, that suggested I didn't understand something, not that I wasn't trying. Instead, he seemed frustrated that I didn't get it immediately and would tell me I was doing it wrong without giving concrete, descriptive feedback about how to correct it. For example, when I was practicing turning, he would yell that I was doing it wrong and grab the wheel, which didn't help me understand what I needed to change. It would have been far more helpful to pull over, explain the steps clearly, and then practice on a quiet street where I could try again safely and independently. There were also times when I misunderstood his instructions (for instance, going into the leftmost lane instead of going to the leftmost lane that eventually turns right). His immediate response was to yell that I hadn't listened, rather than clarify what I had misunderstood. This approach felt infantilizing and made me upset and distracted, which wasn't conducive to learning. Pedagogically, it also didn't make much sense to me. I wasn't paying $70 an hour to ignore instructions; if I wasn't following them correctly, it meant something about the instructions wasn't clear. A more helpful response would have been to ask what part I had misunderstood and adjust the explanation so I could succeed next time. Overall, Lucien may be a good fit for students who thrive under very direct and high-pressure instruction, are very good at articulating the specific skills that they already have and are hoping to gain, and are better at interpreting his feedback. For others, his style may be stressful and difficult to learn from.

I am very thankful that I took this class! As a beginner, I wanted to learn the basics before I…read morewent out to buy my first motorcycle. Bob and Hailey were there for every step of the way with safety as the focus for all of the students. The knowledge and confidence that I gained after just 2 days with these instructors was amazing! The system they use allows learning step-by-step without intimidation. Bob and Hailey are truly excellent in teaching those new to riding! Please consider taking this class for the knowledge and for your own safety out on the road! Thank you Streetwise Cycle School!

After taking nearly 25 years off from riding, I decided to get back into it the right way and…read moresigned up for Streetwise Cycle School's Returning Rider class. I could not be happier with that decision. The class helped me shake off the rust, rebuild my confidence, and ultimately made me a better rider. Bob was great to work with, communication leading up to the class was timely and informative, and the motorcycle provided was brand new. Highly recommend Streetwise to anyone getting back into riding or looking to sharpen their skills.

Takes money away from employees for seeking cars!! Crooks they are going out of business so they…read moreare charging back employees from deals from July!!

2003 chevy silverado Run don't walk! Brake lines rotted and…read moreABS randomly fires. I lost my brakes as well. I found a rotted brake line with a hole in it. I had it repaired. Now the ABS fires randomly at 8 miles an hour while braking and on the highway while not braking. I have had over 6000k in need repairs on this truck since I bought it in 2003. Parking brake frozen twice. ABS system random firing with and without braking Alternator Instrument panel Heat fan twice Nearly Entire front end replaced at 60k which included upper control arms All shocks replaced Transmission rebuilt because of reverse gear and 1st gear Two broken exhaust manifold bolts- big bucks All universal joints 4x4 Steering column Power steering leaks Rotted dipstick and tube twice CV axle CV boot Stabilizer bushings twice 3 front wheel bearings Front ABS sensor Torque convertor Rotted fuel line evap failures Random engine Miss firing O2 sensors Leaking main seal I am sure there was more I am so sick about this rip off!

I am an adult driver (40+) who has always lived in the city and never driven prior to this school…read more I enrolled in the beginner private lesson package which I found from googling adult driving school reviews. I was initially nervous when I saw that multiple instructors would be working with me. After I emailed them with my worry, they called very quickly to explain the benefit of learning from different instructors, something that ultimately helped me feel prepared for the road test since you never know which examiner you'll get. Every instructor I drove with was patient, professional, and clearly invested in both my safety and my success. As an adult learning to drive in this city, I can't recommend this school highly enough.

Inconsistent, Unprofessional, and Ultimately a Waste of Time & Money…read more I am writing this review on behalf of my father, a retired military Veteran from India, who just completed 7 lessons with Brookline Driving School. Unfortunately, his experience was overwhelmingly disappointing and I would strongly advise you to look elsewhere. Our primary issue was the complete lack of consistency between instructors. He had at least three different teachers, primarily switching between Ervin and Vitaly. While Ervin was patient and seemed to genuinely enjoy teaching, the same cannot be said for his counterpart. Vitaly was, frankly, obnoxious. He lacked basic respect for his students, was often loud and visibly frustrated, creating an environment where my father felt intimidated and unable to ask questions. If you don't have the patience for this job, why are you in it? To make matters worse, he made uncalled-for and stereotypical "jokes" about Indians being bad drivers, which was completely unprofessional and offensive. The biggest practical problem arose from this inconsistency. Ervin and Vitaly taught completely different techniques for parallel parking. One would say to do it one way, and the next lesson, the other would contradict it. This constant change in instruction confused my father daily and shattered his confidence. The culmination of this failure was on his road test. He failed specifically because of the parallel parking maneuver. The conflicting advice from his own instructors left him unsure of the correct method, leading to a critical error. I hold Brookline Driving School 100% responsible for this. We are cutting our losses and heeding our neighbors' recommendation to try Waltham Driving School instead. Save your time, your money, and your sanity--go somewhere else. This school is unorganized and employs instructors who are not aligned, with at least one who lacks the basic demeanor required to teach.

I love this dance studio! I have two left feet and the staff here has helped my confidence with…read moredance grow! It's very much a family friendly atmosphere, and I can't wait to be able to get back into classes at this studio!

I recently completed my open water SSI certification with Dave at Aquatic Specialties and had an…read moreincredible experience. I was completing this course, including the open water portion, all in December; I was eager to get certified in a New England winter, and Dave matched that energy. From the moment you meet Dave, his enthusiasm for SCUBA is palpable. Throughout long class days, Dave is cracking jokes, telling anecdotes and getting you excited about the skill you're about to have, all while answering a barrage of questions. In the water, he is professional, vigilant, and in his element. He exudes an air of calm and control, allowing you to confidently perform skills that would otherwise be terrifying or disorienting- like removing your goggles or respirator in 45 degree water. Beyond that, the staff is equally as knowledgeable and the community they foster is incredibly warm and welcoming. Even on my open water dives where I thought it was just going to be myself and Dave, I ended up meeting more people who tagged along just because they wanted to dive. I'd be hard pressed to find a more inviting community that is excited to pass the knowledge along to others. What an awesome experience and an awesome group of people that I can happily say I'm a part of now. Thank you Dave! 5/5 stars

Excellent instructors! Worked with me patiently to resolve difficulties I was having and made sure…read moreI had the right gear for me. Game changer!

I love my local YMCA, which is currently the Merrimack, NH branch. They have a wonderful…read moreassortment of fitness classes, which I find to be the most fun way to burn calories. Checking in is a breeze, the front desk staff are always so friendly and welcoming, and there are plenty of vending machines with healthy (some more than others) and refreshing drinks and snacks. The Merrimack location has an indoor track, racquetball courts, cardio and weight equipment, a swimming pool (for lap swim, classes, swim lessons, team swim, etc), as I mentioned previously, three locations for fitness classes (aerobic and yoga area, spin and dance studio that is used by the barre class). I love Yoga, Zumba (regular and toning), Dance Fit, and kickboxing. The instructors are friendly, welcoming and informative. I always have fun even if I am not the most coordinated individual. It is a great way to cross train for my regular hiking and running routines. The fee price is more than your typical PF type place but offers so much for the cost. They have reduced fees for individuals who may be in need due to low income, disability, etc. I am a fan and look forward to going.

We started swim lessons here weekly about a month ago and have really enjoyed talking to the staff…read more(Genevieve and Jaclyn are delightful, joyful and willing to help) and have enjoyed the lessons. I have a 3.5 year old little girl who is terrified of herself and the water and in just 5 lessons, she's progressed so well! Brittany is an excellent swim coach and my daughter has definitely bonded with her. We look forward to coming here every week. It's managed and ran well.

This dance group offers a lot of variety of dancing for boys and girls. The instructors are…read moreenthusiastic and invested in the kids. The classes are well organized. They are a bit expensive, especially when your doing multiple classes with multiple kids. The season (seasons) is a bit long

From the owner: Has your youngster been persistent about starting a new hobby? Help boost their self-confidence…read morewhile they learn valuable life skills by enrolling them at The Dance Company in Amherst, NH. This dance studio strives to make their students' experiences fun and enjoyable. This well-known dance studio creates age-appropriate music, costumes, and choreography for your child to learn and showcase. They offer traditional dance classes, as well as a wide range of other physical activities, including acrobatics, theater, and fitness classes. At this dance school, your child can choose from genres such as: * Ballet * Hip-hop * Jazz * Lyrical * Tap Help your child learn the art of dance while making lasting friendships along the way at The Dance Company. Call this dance studio at (603) 864-8374 to enroll your kid or visit their website to learn more today. Their team looks forward to meeting you and your child.

Last Thursday night I came to try hip hop Zumba for the first time and yikes it is hard!!! Everyone…read moreelse in the class is dancing away and I'm in the back looking like a monkey lol. The instructor was really funny and upbeat and dayum can she dance! I just wish they would do the dance slow one time so we could learn and then speed it up. Otherwise it was very frustrating to learn and you have to be committed. I almost gave up but glad I stuck to it. I'm actually looking forward to going back this week and giving it another try, clearly my white girl moves need some work! Was only $5 too if you bring a friend! Then you can laugh at each other and be like girl wtf you doing?! Side note there was a dude in the class, so don't be intimidated to try boyz.

This spot is great! I always enjoy my time at zClub and each class I have taken has been money well…read morespent. I usually attend Zumba classes each week, and the room is always full of motivated and powerful women that inspire me! Instructor Dawn is nothing but polite, fun, and attentive to everyone's needs. Great place to work out.