I've came here few times with my family and loved each time! This place is so cute and cozy. All…read morethe staff are so friendly and welcoming. You don't have to an expert to take their group classes. It's all about having wonderful time with your loved ones! It's super easy to register for classes online. The sessions get booked quickly so register early. You have to register and pay color and glazing separately. It's no included in the first pottery session. There's a big parking lot which free across the street which makes it easy to get to. Absolutely recommend.

Clay ground was a cool experience. I've never done pottery before so I thought I'd press my luck…read more Book in advance if you need to go on a specific day as they book quickly. I did the mud & merlot class. Interesting name as there was no merlot lol. I'm not sure if it's BYOB but no one was drinking which is fine because I don't drink myself. I'm not sure where one would place their bottle or glass anyway. Anywho, didn't care for the teacher. She rushed through explaining what to do. Thankfully there were assistants who helped the group as needed. So you do have to come back for a separate class to glaze your pottery. I'm not sure if that was explained in the initial booking. Parking is non existent in Ellicott city. Please plan your trip well.

September 2017 I'm…read moreupdating my previous review only to say Shira will be our family photographer for as long as she will have us. She was just as kind and thoughtful with our now almost two year old and new six week old baby. I had to reschedule this time and she completely understood. I was also very impressed with how she dealt with our toddler. She's a handful and quite independent. I don't know how she did it but the pictures she captured of her were amazing! December 2015 We decided to take family pictures of our six week old with Shira and we were not disappointed! She was so pleasant and professional. We definitely enjoyed working with her. The baby responded very positively to her. I definitely would recommend her to others looking for someone to work with their family. Her edits to the picture were great because they were minimal but enhanced the natural beauty of the pictures. We were able to make great Christmas cards and provide prints for our family across the country. As an aside, she had to reschedule and was very apologetic. We understood but she still compensated us with additional pictures because she knew we were slightly stressed about the timing. She also stayed a little longer to make sure we had options. I'm just sharing as an example of the kind of customer service she offers. Not many are good at that part of the business these days.

Yesterday I had a 2 hour private lesson with owner Shira. She was completely open to anything I…read morewanted to do. My priority was to learn how to use my DSLR without relying on the automatic setting. I had a little experience with some things so first Shira gave me an excellent review then pointed out aspects of the camera completely new to me. AND she wrote out notes on what we discussed! I now have a valuable tailor made cheat sheet. After the camera review we walked around Columbia's Lake Kittamaqundi to apply the lessons learned. Shira is friendly, patient, calming. She is a born teacher. With her help I have become a more confident photographer.

Our family has had a great experience with the Goddard in Marriottsville over the years. When a…read morelast-minute situation arose, Ms. Sheeba quietly moved mountains to ensure our child was set up for success, and the process was seamless. It reinforced what we already felt: excellent curriculum, caring staff, and exceptional service -- definitely worth the wait.

Deciding who to leave your baby with is without a doubt the hardest, most stressful decision we…read moremake as parents. You just want them to be safe and comfortable. We chose Goddard after trying others and found that it, and owner Sheeba Mathew have no equal. Ms. Sheeba knows the name of every child, every parent, every sibling, and in some cases even the grandparents of every child who is currently or has ever been a member of the Goddard family. Beyond keeping our children safe and comfortable, Ms. Sheeba and her incredible staff of administrators and teachers provide a wonderful foundation for kids to learn and grow. There is very little teacher turnover, which is great because it gives stability at an age where kids tend to really need it. When you see your kids eyes light up as they run into the classroom and hug their teachers, you just know you've made the right call. The education provided at Goddard is also outstanding. My 5 year old son has learned not just reading and numbers but science and history. He's learned about the world that surrounds him goes well beyond his Maryland zip code. I've watched him thrive in this beautiful, amazing environment. It's been incredible. This week we say goodbye to the school we love. Next week he will start kindergarten. His years at Goddard have prepared him for this, and I am beyond grateful. He is ready to achieve great things. Though both his heart and mine break at the thought of leaving, we know that we will remain part of that special community Ms. Sheeba has created and we remain eternally thankful for it. So, if you're reading this and trying to decide where to place your child that is safe, comfortable, nurturing, educational and fun, look no further. You'll find a home at Goddard and you won't be disappointed. And Ms. Sheeba, if you're reading this, THANK YOU!!!

I love this sewing school! My daughter attended the sewing camp this summer and enjoyed her time…read morethere and what she learned immensely. Ms. Margaret and her staff are so kind and patient. Great experience! We are signing her up for the after school program. I will start taking some courses as well this fall. I highly recommend this school.

This school is just awesome. The instructor is fabulous. She is patient and kind. She makes…read moreeveryone feel welcome at every level. I have learned so much from her. The workshops are fun too. Don't hesitate just sign up. You won't regret it.

This was a great experience. I'll definitely be back to learn some more Kizomba ! I felt very…read morecomfortable.

This was my first class. James created a safe interactive environment…read more I was scared after my first shot however, he made it fun and engaging. I felt like a kid in a candy store.

Great class. Very informative and detailed. Mr. C made sure to be detailed and illustrative with…read morehis presentation and demonstrations. He also takes the time to answer every question.

My daughter is beginning her third season with S.E.T. and we couldn't be more pleased with her…read moregrowth and experience on this team. The Winter 2024-25 season marked her first time participating in indoor cycling, and she attended nearly every class. We rented a road bike for the sessions so she could smoothly transition to it for the outdoor racing season, and the results were incredible. Through the indoor training, we saw dramatic improvements in her strength, endurance, and overall confidence on the bike. By the end of the season, during a challenging 52-minute class that featured progressive resistance, she was able to maintain the required RPMs while still talking and laughing--something that truly highlighted how much she had grown. The hilly courses and resistance-based workouts built both physical strength and mental perseverance, which paid off in a big way. During this year's triathlons, she powered past many athletes on the hills, a direct result of the off-season training. It was the perfect foundation for race season and allowed her to drop time significantly, earning multiple podium finishes. The outdoor training season begins in late March and is equally impressive. Practices focus on bike skills, conditioning, and essential race-day techniques such as mounting, dismounting, and transitions. Athletes are thoughtfully grouped by age and skill level and led by friendly, dedicated, and supportive coaches who provide individualized attention to ensure each athlete's development. S.E.T. also offers run-specific practice days and open water swim training, ensuring athletes feel confident and prepared on race day. The effectiveness of the coaching staff and training program is evident at every race. S.E.T. athletes consistently perform at a high level, with many earning podium finishes--our team's presence is always known. Beyond performance, S.E.T. truly stands out for its family-friendly, team-oriented, and fun-filled environment. Everyone is welcoming and contributes to a positive, supportive culture. We love the team dinners, hot chocolate runs, and other social activities that strengthen the sense of community. The team tent at each race creates a central gathering place for athletes and parents alike before, during, and after events--reinforcing that S.E.T. is truly one team. For any youth through high school students who want to be competitive in triathlons while being part of an encouraging, tight-knit community, S.E.T. is an outstanding choice.

The S.E.T. adult competition triathlon team is a wonderful way to grow as an athlete, be supported…read moreat all your races, have a variety of local workouts to attend and even some virtual workouts when you can't make it in person. I love the energy of the S.E.T adult team coaches. They believe in safe, informed workouts that are tailored for each athlete. The coaches show up on race day to help with logistics, cheerlead, and get some awesome race photos. They are accessible and knowledgeable in all things triathlon, the gear, and nutrition, too. The other athletes on the team are friendly and inspiring. It is a great feeling to show up for a training session or a race and see smiling faces that only want you to have a great race. And the racing kit is beautiful! It is a great fit with an awesome design. I've been racing for over 15 years, and the S.E.T adult triathlon team pushes me to be a better athlete and makes me feel so supported. I can't thank them enough!

Be careful, they charge 25% cancellation fee if you cancel a camp registration before May 31, and…read moreafter June 1, they only refund you their class credit. And if you cancel it within two weeks before the camp starting date, you will get no refund! Read their demanding policy before you register! Yes, I signed it, but I did not read the policy and assumed this camp's policy was similar to other camps' policy in this area that there is no charge if a cancellation happens more than 40 days before the camp starting date. I write this review just to remind people PLEASE READ THE POLICY! There will be NO REFUND for CANCELLATIONS AFTER JUNE 1. They only refund their camp credits to you so you can not get your money back!

Club Scientific Chesapeake offers all kinds of programs, but the one I'm reviewing is the one my…read moreson attended, which is for the Summer Camp of Camp Jurassic for ages 4-5 years old. I knew it was the perfect camp for my son since Camp Jurassic deals with dinosaurs and gemstones, both of which my son loves. The camp staff seem to be very caring of the children and offer plenty of fun activities. My son was excited every day to go to camp (and it was his first time ever going to camp) and after each day he always brought home a variety of projects that they had worked on during the day which varies from an erupting volcano, to an edible volcano, to a dinosaur model, to magnetic gemstones, rock candy, and so much more! My son was thrilled to go on a dinosaur dig where he "discovered" dinosaur bones that they put together. I'm thrilled to discover a camp that challenges my son both mentally (since they do scientific experiments and learning projects) as well as physically when they go outside to play. I've never seen my son so excited about attending anything before and he comes home every day with stories of all the fun he had during the day and all the new things he's learned. I highly recommend this company if you're looking for some place for your child to have a lot of fun as well as learn a lot in the process, since my son can't seem to stop raving about how great of an experience he's had with them!