Austin Learnshop

(41 reviews)

4.8 km

I had joined the 2nd cohort at MakerSquare in fall of 2013. Prior to MakerSquare, I had tried…read morelearning Ruby and JS on my own, through countless books and online tutorials. Having completed a few guides, I realized that my ability to learn "how to code" was hindered simply by my style of learning. I love interactive q/a style learning, which is what led me to MakerSquare. Of the different programs out there, the one thing I would urge others to consider is that they place a heavy amount of weight onto prework completed (how much work you've done ahead of time) and community-fit. If you're a solo worker and not a fan of collaborative environments, you may want to consider other programs. Anyways, long story short, I would whole heartedly recommend this program. As classmates, I had former programmers, retail store workers, a professional photographer and even a former elementary teacher. Out of the program, each of the students were working as professional front-end engineers (junior developers) within weeks of graduating. So safe to say, MakerSquare has a great professional network, and they know how to teach code. The classroom environment (the location on Congress ave) was a bit cramped at times. But from what I've heard the class size is now capped at 18, vs. 30 or so when I went through. All the 'issues' I had (space constraints, less than ideal student:instructor ratio, and focus on advanced concepts (algorithms and data structures) has been completely addressed. According to the staff, Cohort 5 is operating on an almost night/day difference of curriculum than what I had. So not only do I give the program 5 stars, I would (and likely will) retake the course to take advantage of their newest curriculum.

In short, I'm very happy! Though I'm not programming on a daily basis, I was able to get into the…read moreSt. Louis startup scene which was my main goal before enrolling at MakerSquare. I've also built a really awesome network of programmers and startup gurus in St. Louis and I believe that's thanks to MakerSquare! :-) I joined in Winter 2013-2014 (Cohort 3 Represent!). My reason for joining originally was not initially to become a software/web developer. Rather, I wanted to be able to communicate better with programmers that I worked with. I wanted to gain better access to the startup network. And most importantly I have a lot of ideas that I wanted to explore on my own - I didn't want to have to rely on finding a developer to build my ideas and turn them into a reality. I came out of the program having learned web-development with a strong emphasis on solid software development skills. Here's what I loved about MakerSquare: Curriculum: I was impressed by how much I learned. I literally had no experience in programming and I can now build web applications that ACTUALLY work. Not just simple interactive sites, but fully dynamic applications that work heavily with javascript on top of a rails framework. Moreover, all of this was taught with a very clear emphasis on test driven development (from the beginning) and solid software development principles. Instructors & Culture: They actually cared about the students and our progress and they were just all-around cool people. The culture at MakerSquare was actually a huge focus in the organization. I think what I loved most was learning how to learn all over again. I gained a new confidence that I've never had. The energy was also great, everyone had awesome ideas - from students to staff. Feedback: I would have liked to have more experience with Ruby and really learning how to code w/algorithms and such vs. w/Rails which is just teaching you the framework. From what I gather, Rails is now being treated as a detail vs. a core of what we learned. When we learned rails, it was about utilizing the framework for its ActiveRecord and quick-to-web functionality. MakerSquare still teaches web development (rails/mvc, http, javascript, etc) but now only after teaching other concepts that are applicable not just to the web, but to all software (test-driven development, SOLID principles, application boundaries, decoupling, databases, interfaces, software architecture, etc). I would have loved a deeper problem-solving skillset through exposure to algorithms. Looks like I was one cohort shy of that. MakerSquare now integrates algorithms and algorithmic thinking from day 1. Finally, MakerSquare was split into two nearby locations (Congress & Brazos). The extra space was nice, but it felt disconnected and I think it kept our cohort from being as close as some other cohorts have been.

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Association of Aesthetic Laser Professionals

(8 reviews)

2.6 km

It worked for me! At first it was very difficult to get in touch with the owner. It was some type…read moreof online issue and a reboot of the website. The website is a little confusing because you can't create a regular account to sign in and out of. At least that was my experience (there was no way to recover a password from an old email that somehow was used even though I never used it before). After all that and I was able to confirm it was a legit business over the phone, I purchased the CE for laser tech and received the information very quickly over email. Links for education videos were sent and I was able to play and replay any that I needed more time with which I liked. You also have access for a couple months afterwards which is also awesome. I wish there was a tad more information but it had the basics. Once done I emailed them again and they sent me a Cert for my CE hours. Then I just renewed online with the state I was issued in and viola.

I was very impressed with the guidance and efficiency of AALP. They were very responsive, courteous…read moreand helpful guiding me through the process of receiving my Professional license. A huge thank you to Michelle Eades. I would definitely recommend AALP and will continue to support their services.

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UT CELTA Center

(4 reviews)

7.3 km

I completed the UT CELTA program in 2015 before moving to Spain. I found the program very…read morebeneficial in preparing me for the challenges of teaching English as a foreign language. I had no idea at the time how challenging and different the process is from other class room activities. I have taught technical classes in networking and video technologies over the past several years and thought that experience would have adequately prepared me for teaching English AFL but discovered the process is completely different. The UT CELTA program provides the tools to teach where a common language is missing. This can be frustrating for both the student and the teacher and having a toolset to bridge the missing and most common form of communication, speech, addresses and prepares the instructor for the specific challenges of teaching a foreign language.

It was absolutely a great chance for me to take CELTA at UT Austin. I enjoyed and learned a lot…read morefrom this course. The tutors were so supportive and helpful and I benefited a lot from their great feedbacks. The best part of CELTA was learning to manage my time more efficiently and making lesson plans in a very organized way. The UT CELTA provided me great job opportunities in Japan where I could apply the strengths and skills I gained in this program.

Located at 2400 Nueces Street, floor 2, Austin TX

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Begin a highly rewarding career teaching English with the 4-week intensive CELTA program.

Austin Free-Net

(1 review)

12.0 km

Austin Free-Net (or AFN) is a nonprofit where you can really get to know your community!…read more The center provides computers and digital literacy classes to the underserved, as well as an IT program. There are a number of labs around the city in community centers, the M Station, Trinity, and the ARCH, to name a few. The staff at AFN are amazing!!! They really want you to come in and help them in the way that YOU want to contribute, unlike other volunteer gigs. As a trainer, I supervised labs, taught basic computer navigation skills and helped clients complete resumes, search for jobs and other resources, and apply for state benefits. In the office, I did research, put together events and public relations campaigns, and edited class curriculum. I also lent my hand in the IT dungeon, where all the nerds hang out. I would definitely recommend AFN as a place to volunteer. As the saying goes, if teach a man to use the computer, then he can use it to get a job. Here, you can actually do that.

From the owner: Austin Free-Net is a non-profit formed in 1995 to ensure that the power of computers and the…read moreInternet is accessible by all in the Greater Austin community. We help to empower people to find meaningful employment, obtain resources and take control of their lives. We teach basic computer skills to bolster the workforce.

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General Assembly Austin

3.6

(11 reviews)

5.1 km

I was looking for a career change when I was thinking about selling my small business. I decided on…read moretaking the 10 week online data analysis course. These courses might be great for someone who has their company paying for it but to me they're extremely overpriced if you're footing the bill and looking for a career change of any kind. Goes way too fast and it's just not likely for a 10 week course coming from no experience to become proficient enough to get a decent job in the field. The "advisor" told me no experience was necessary and the "front desk girl just finished that course and got a job". To me it feels like a lot of the for profit schools that tell you all you can do and charge a ton. There are basically free sites/courses that can teach you the same thing. I messed up and I accept that which is why I'm leaving this review to help the next guy/girl.

A+ for their Web Development Immersive Class…read more Before coming to General Assembly, I had little to no experience with coding. After 12 weeks of focus and hard work, thanks to GA, I have built a strong foundation for a career in front-end development by gaining exposure to a broad range of technologies. The intructors were fantastic. The experience they bring to the classroom taught us to think like developers by providing just enough guidance to maximize our time in the program while allowing us to struggle through obstacles the right way rather than taking shortcuts. I can honestly say I learned more during those three months than I did in college. Moreover, the outcomes team provided more than enough tools, and networking opportunities to land a job I was excited about. Make no mistake though, you will get out whatever effort you put into this course. Don't sign up if you're not ready to work hard. Beyond providing a hard skillset, this course inspired me to challenge myself and enjoy the learning process again. With each new project comes new puzzles to solve, and with each new language comes new obstacles to conquer and skills to master. On the whole, I'm thrilled to be graduating with the confidence to take on the ever-changing field of web development.

Oh yea, first General Assembly Web Development Immersive class in Austin, right here! Best thing I have ever done professionally!

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Merlin Works

I had a blast taking improv here. I was scared to death approaching the building for my first…read moreclass. But then the instructor got us playing improv games and I found out that in improv a person has to focus on the here and now. That took away my nervousness because I forgot about myself while paying close attention to what my scene partners were going to say or do next. And there were so many outbreaks of laughter! I highly recommend Merlin Works for learning to communicate clearly, focusing on the present moment, building confidence, thinking on your feet, teamwork, and having more fun than one human being usually has in eight weeks.

I highly recommend Merlin Works, the instructors are amazing, helpful and caring, it's hard to…read moreadmit failure but the class and the instructors make it much easier, there seems to be a no judgement zone which helps build success. They know how to build a team environment. You don't have to be into theater or comedy to enjoy this class, but if you are looking to improve yourself at work or at home or even with your friends, this class does it. Thanks for an experience of a lifetime.

Teacher Shana Merlin instructs students

Teachers Micheal and Aden

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Improv 301 Class Graduation Show

Southern Careers Institute - Austin

Devon reached out and began by immediately lying. When called out, he turned into a jerk (his scam…read morewas exposed so why not?) Best to stay away from this place I can see from the other reviews left before me that their reputation is pretty bad anyway.

The CDL instructor, Raymond, an experienced truck driver was full of knowledge. He was always…read moreavailable and really wants his students to succeed. He went above and beyond and I would consider him a friend at this point. All the employees, from Raymond, to my recruiter, Hanifa, to the director, Dr. Johnson are all very hard workers and answered my calls and texts promptly, even on the weekends. They all work early to late for their students. They were easily accessible. All the students who were there with me were very friendly and we all encouraged each other. I passed my DPS skills test on the first try and couldn't be happier with this school. I would have given 5 stars but I rarely do, but I would definitely recommend! Happy Trucking!

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Northwest Montessori House of Children

4.8

(43 reviews)

12.3 km

Both of our kids have gone to NWM and have absolutely thrived! The program somehow manages to be…read moreplay-based while still being very academic. Both kids graduated able to read and write well beyond grade level, add and subtract small numbers, and count to 1000. They've been over prepared for Kindergarten. The staff is lovely, kind, and enthusiastic. They do lots of hands-on crafts and STEM activities that the kids come home talking about. They also do occasional theme weeks/days like bubble units or bring your pet to school day which the kids look forward to. It's a wonderful school and we couldn't be happier with our experience.

Amazing school and teachers. Our daughter has been attending NWM since she was 18 months old, and…read morewe couldn't be happier with her growth and progress. It's a wonderful community of parents and educators who are truly dedicated to supporting the whole child. We're so grateful for Northwest Montessori!

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Stepping Stone School - Hyde Park

(30 reviews)

8.6 km

Our family has been part of the Stepping Stone School community for nearly a decade, spanning three…read morechildren and multiple campuses, and I can honestly say they have been one of the greatest blessings to our family. My oldest son, Race, first attended Stepping Stone Hyde Park as a baby before transferring to the Wells Branch Parkway campus. Later, my younger son attended both Wells Branch and the Round Rock location. Throughout every transition, we were met with the same thing: caring teachers, strong leadership, consistency, structure, and genuine love for our children. At both Hyde Park and Wells Branch, Ms. Brenda and Ms. Jennifer played a huge role in our boys' lives. They created an environment where our children felt safe, supported, and excited to learn every day. When our family faced difficult seasons, they showed us incredible kindness and flexibility, helping provide stability for our children when we needed it most. At the Round Rock AW Grimes campus, Liz continued that same tradition of excellence. She was always accommodating, compassionate, and deeply invested in the well-being of the children and families she served. Now, years later, I have re-enrolled my daughter Hana at the Hyde Park campus, and I was thrilled to discover that Ms. Brenda is currently serving as interim principal there. When I told my oldest son that Hana would be attending Hyde Park and that Ms. Brenda was her principal, his immediate response was, "Aw, that makes me really happy." That simple comment spoke volumes. Years later, he still remembers the people who cared for him and made him feel loved. The Hyde Park campus has blossomed tremendously since my boys attended. It is clear how much thought, effort, and care have gone into improving the experience for both children and parents. From the moment we enrolled, Ms. Brenda made the process seamless and welcoming. Hana received a personalized Stepping Stone backpack, a teddy bear, and a book as a welcome gift, which was such a thoughtful touch. That teddy bear quickly became one of her favorite possessions. What continues to impress me most is the quality of the people. Hana's teachers are warm, attentive, and genuinely invested in the children. You can tell they care deeply about their development, happiness, and well-being. That level of commitment is something that cannot be faked, and it's something I've consistently experienced across every Stepping Stone campus we've attended. I also love the daily photo updates and communication, the STEM-focused curriculum, the outdoor play opportunities, and the summer Splash Days that keep the kids active, engaged, and having fun. The teachers and staff work together as a team, and it shows. Special recognition should also go to educators like Ms. Lisa at Wells Branch and Ms. Olga at AW Grimes, who has dedicated decades of her career to caring for children through Stepping Stone. That kind of longevity speaks volumes about the culture and values of the organization. Finding childcare is one of the most important decisions a parent can make. After experiencing Stepping Stone with three children over many years, I can confidently say that they have consistently exceeded our expectations. The level of care, communication, education, and support they provide is exceptional. They don't just care for children; they help shape them, support families through life's challenges, and create memories that last long after graduation. Thank you to Ms. Brenda, Ms. Jennifer, Liz, Ms. Lisa, and all of the incredible teachers who have loved, taught, and supported our children over the years. Our family is deeply grateful.

Our son started at stepping stone Hyde park when he was 5 months and almost a year later we are so…read moresad to leave (we are moving out of state). We love Calen the principal and Ms Karina in the infant room (along with a bunch of other amazing teachers). Stepping stone has been a safe, reliable and caring environment for our son and he is thriving. He is so happy, so active and loves his school and classmates. We are truly so sad to go and have can't thank stepping stone enough for the amazing experience. This location is adorable, has great hours, strong communication and overall an amazing place. We truly had an outstanding experience. I also love that they are open while many others are closed

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Amiguitos Spanish Immersion Academy

(27 reviews)

17.7 km

Mi nombre es Greski Torres, soy Master en Ciencias de la Educacion Preescolar, maestra hace 5 años…read moreen Amiguitos Spanish Immersión Academy trabajando con niños de 4 y 5 años de edad, por cuanto, les puedo asegurar a todas las familias, que si andan buscando un lugar seguro, donde la educación, el amor y respeto hacia los niños y familias son la prioridad, ahí lo podrán encontrar. Tanto como para las maestras, como para las que trabajan en la administracion la sonrrisa gigante y la alegria en el rostro de nuestros niños es lo que mas nos fortalece para continuar con nuestro arduo trabajo cada dia. Es por ello, que los invito Mama/Papa, que nos visiten para puedan percibir que no solo enseñamos el idioma español, sino que también formamos valores y sentimientos positivos que engrandecerán el futuro de sus hijos.

we have loved amiguitos for our son and can't wait for our daughter to start. They are so patient…read moreand caring and have a high level curriculum for their students. My son is now fluent in spanish and is 4 yrs old. He recently told me all the sounds of the vowels and every week they teach new topics around healthy habits, professions, body parts, shapes, colors, family, animals, countries, etc...his emotional and social intelligence is also something I've been really impressed with. We just love what a well rounded and respectful environment they create at amiguitos and the academics is just a plus. our Child is thriving and we highly appreciate all the love the teachers have for the students.

We are enrolling for fall 2025

Playing with magnetic tools.

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INIC Preschool

(47 reviews)

6.2 km

Family-owned & operated

12 years in business

We been with INIC for almost a year now , my baby started when she was 11 months old! She loves it…read moreand is always excited to go, she loves her teachers. Our family loves everything about this school, and we get to check on what activities she's doing throughout the day in real life time. After touring multiple daycares, this was hands down the best decision we could have made.

My family was part of the INIC community for nearly four years. I sent both of my daughters there…read moreas infants and previously left a 5-star review. I would have enthusiastically recommended this school. Today, I cannot. The issue is not the teachers. The teachers have been exceptional and are the reason so many families choose this school. Despite years of tuition increases and persistent concerns from teachers and families, the school has not made the investments necessary to retain them. In early March alone, at least 7 teachers left or announced their departures--nearly 20% of the teaching staff by parents' count. Both of my daughters experienced unexpected teacher departures in their classrooms during that same period. For young children, teachers are not interchangeable. They are trusted caregivers and a critical source of stability. When teachers leave, children lose important relationships and families are left helping them navigate yet another transition. During enrollment, families are told classrooms are staffed with a lead teacher, an assistant teacher, and additional flex staff available for coverage. In reality, my oldest daughter's classroom frequently operated at the legal minimum ratio of one teacher for fifteen four-year-olds. Multiple current and former teachers described being unable to reliably use sick days, vacation days, or even take basic bathroom breaks because there was often insufficient coverage available. When a school is staffed so leanly that teachers struggle to meet basic human needs during the day, it raises serious questions about how well both teachers and students are being supported. Teachers reported compensation in the $14-$17/hour range despite bilingual education being one of the school's primary differentiators. Comparable non-bilingual childcare positions in Austin often advertise higher wages. The result is predictable: teachers leave. Children lose stability. Families absorb the consequences. Demand for bilingual childcare in Austin far exceeds supply, and many families have few realistic alternatives once enrolled. Given that reality--and given that tuition has continued to increase year after year--I expected a greater commitment to investing in the teachers and staffing stability that families are ultimately paying for. Parents who attempted to ask questions and advocate for improvements--including efforts to reestablish the PTA--often received little to no response. While our family's relationship with the school ultimately ended following disagreements with leadership about these issues, the concerns described here are based on nearly four years of experience and conversations with numerous current and former teachers and families. The teachers are the school's greatest strength. The challenge is whether the school will make the investments necessary to retain them long enough to provide the stability and continuity that young children deserve.

Director and co-founder, Marytere Ciccone. Resume here: http://www.linkedin.com/in/marytereciccone

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Little Munchkins

4.6

(27 reviews)

18.4 km

My son had his last day at Little Munchkins after over 2 years and I can't express how much I…read morerecommend sending a kiddo here. The owners and teachers truly cared for my son and he absolutely blossomed. He went from having a speech delay to being able to tell me all about his day. I'm truly grateful to Mr. Eddie, Ms. Crystal and all his teachers (Ms Stella, Ms Dolly, Ms Beth and Ms Brianna to name a few)! He'll be a "little munchkin" for life :)

Little Munchkins Learning Center is more than a 'daycare' it is a place for your little ones to…read morelearn, have fun, and be properly cared for! Our child was in their care from 2019 until 2022 and we were very pleased with the overall experience. Their billing, scheduling, front office staff, and teachers all provide a effective environment for families to feel taken care of. During the pandemic they provided a vital service for many parents and were able to keep their employees and children enrolled stay safe and healthy! Our child loved every class they were in, and the teachers were always very personable but professional with us and (from what we saw) the children! If we ever need childcare again we will definitely utilize their services, and definitely recommend as they are a family owned and operated Austin business!

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Brenda and Eddie

The Learning Experience - Pflugerville

(31 reviews)

27.7 km

Our daughter has been going to TLE Pflugerville since she was 3 months old and she is now 2.5yrs…read more We've had many teachers over our time, but a few stand out. Ms. Amaiya has been outstanding with our daughter while she was in Toddler B. Our daughter loves her so much so that now that she has moved on from her class, she will still sometimes refuse to enter the new class unless Ms. Amaiya is there. She has been so great that she'll often at times help take her in the morning until her current teacher is available to get her. We are extremely grateful for her! Currently, our daughter is in Ms. Stephanie's class and she loves and trusts her as well. Ms. Stephanie has been incredible and is always available to give us updates on our daughter's potty training. She encourages her all the time to do things on her own and she's been so crucial for us in helping us potty train our daughter. The front desk of TLE has been amazing as well! Ms. Jessica and her team have done an amazing job and really have given a lot of consistency to the facility that we felt was lacking for a while. Seeing Ms. Jessica's and Ms. Phoenix's faces in the morning always lights up our daughter's face. We are moving away soon and won't be able to send our daughter here. We will truly miss the staff and all they have done for our daughter. They have made such a big impact on our daughter's and our lives and we hope we've made a lasting impression as well.

I get a call from daycare stating my child had slapped a teacher at 4:50pm during nap time. On…read morethe way home, I explained to my child we do not hit teachers. That is not a nice thing to do. We keep our hands to yourself. Well then my daughter proceeds to tell me the teacher squeezed me and it hurt my heart. When she tells me this she sounded sad and hurt. I went into panic mode asking what does that mean? Like you couldn't breathe or were you in pain? I said when we get home, demonstrate to me and your dad what happen. Well we get home and ask more questions, she said momma sit down, I sit down and she sits in between my legs. She said momma push your legs together like this. She said squeeze me, that's what the teacher did to me. So I said did it hurt? she said yes my heart. So when I dropped her off I told the director, I need a meeting. She asked is everything ok, I said yes and no. I didn't want to give her too much info because I didn't want to lose camera footage. They are known to lose footage or they can not play it back. We have our meeting the next day. I explained to her what happened and told her I want to see the cameras. She explains they are live streamed and aren't able to play it back. So happen the area manager was there. I said what do you mean you can't play them back and so what is the point of having them? So she takes me to the area manager to explain the process of the cameras. She asked what do I want to see. I said a teacher squeezed my daughter and she asked for the teachers name. We go over what happened. They explain I understand if I was in your shoes I would be a concerned parent too and I don't think that teacher would do that. I know you and your family have been here since ******* was a baby. Our priority is to make sure your child is safe but we also want to advocate for our teachers too. They tried to reassure me but it didn't work. The director writes my statement, stated they would question the teacher and get her statement, then they would turn this into licensing, licensing would then investigate the school and then licensing would reach out to me to question the situation. They said in the mean time we will keep this teacher and your daughter in separate rooms. I'm still upset because my child has been here since she was 6 months old and it was like they didn't care. At that point my child turned into a number. We wrap up the meeting. My daughter wanted to go home with her dad, so we go get her things and as we are walking out, my daughter points to the wall and said that's the teacher that squeezed me. Mind you she is on the wall for teacher of the month. So I told myself submit the situation yourself. So I go on the website for daycare abuse and submitted a report. Well when I submitted it, I didn't get a confirmation email or anything. So I find out licensing came to daycare but no one was telling me anything. So then I go back to state website and call the 800 number. That same day licensing reaches out to me. We are talking and she's asking questions. She says something that triggers that she is going off my report. I said what? I said wait you didn't get a report from daycare, she said no. I receive this from an online report. I said you came on Monday and I asked them if you came. They were acting like they submitted the report like they were helping. They didn't want to report this because they were already under an investigation. At that point before I had talked to licensing something told me to pull my daughter out and I did. I went in to get a document signed and the director says Brie's not here, is she coming tomorrow, I said nope and then she asked is she coming Friday? I said nope and she then say is she coming back at all and I said nope. She said did you tell anyone. I said I was getting to that. I said my daughter will not be back and she then hands me the withdrawal form. I signed the form and left. I wasn't going to keep my daughter here. The trust from this facility was gone after they didn't report to licensing, my daughter would say she hated this school or she was scared to go in. I couldn't do it. She had went through 5-6 teachers alone in preschool. She doesn't even acknowledge the school when we pass it. That should tell you something. She use to say that's my school. Trust me, it hurt to make that decision because she also had friends she grew up with since they were 6 months old but I did not feel safe leaving her there with her comments.

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Lee C.

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10 years ago

I attended the Cupping Workshop. It was a wonderful experience. Kaley, the proprietor, is helpful, friendly and went out of her way to make sure I had a quality experience. The ambiance at BFree Yoga was exceptionally friendly and welcoming. Jenny, the teacher, was thoroughly knowledgeable, and was excellent in giving hands-on practical tips to improve my techniques. Austin Learnshop is creative, vital, filled with positive energy and a great addition to the Austin Community! I intend to take more workshops with them. read more

Kristina Z.

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11 years ago

There are a ton of fun things to do in Austin, but I found that my friends and I were kind of in a rut of happy hours... We stumbled upon Austin Learnshop via a friend's facebook and I'm so glad that we did! This is such a fun way to learn new skills, check out new spots around Austin (that we had no idea even existed) and meet fun people. I've been to 2 learnshops so far and each time I had a blast, I can't wait for some of the upcoming learnshops (I heard the jam & pickling classes were amazing) read more

June C.

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11 years ago

I had a great time at the screen printing learnshop class I attended. The website was easy to navigate and pick out classes. I liked how you received an email before the class telling you what to bring (and in my case, reminding me to wear something that could get dirty). The instructor was helpful and relaxed - which gave a great vibe. I came home with a shirt and print that I helped make, which was really cool. Would definitely recommend any of the classes to people in the future!! read more

Alison T.

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10 years ago

I took the hand-lettering workshop with Isa D'Aniello and really enjoyed it. Kaley creates such a lovely, intimate experience and really cares about both her students and teachers. Plus there was wine and snacks--much appreciated:) The class was such a great creative outlet and would be amazing as a private experience for friends and family too if you got a group together. Will definitely be taking another ALS class soon. read more

Stephanie W.

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10 years ago

Kaley is the best! We had so much fun at the foodie night she planned. The smoked salmon was amazing and the people were equally wonderful. So well organized and so interesting. Great size group first class fun! Everyone went home with a huge helping of amazing smoked salmon gravlax and lots of great memories of slicing huge fish. The Chef and his wife had just as much fun. Great family atmosphere and tons of laughs! read more

Amanda A.

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10 years ago

I had so much fun learning how to make a ring! Kaley was just as intrigued as us and Nina from Psyche Jewelry was an amazing teacher. I would highly recommend anyone to take any or all classes offered by Austin Learnshop. You'll learn a new hobby or skill as well as meet some really interesting fellow classmates. Already signed up for my next class and can't wait for more to come. read more

Coco H.

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11 years ago

Just did the pickling workshop last night, and it was great! We had a nice sized group, but everyone was able to leave with a pint jar of soon-to-be pickled fresh, local veggies! The class had a lot of great information, and I look forward to our follow up email with specific directions (not having to take notes freed us up to socialize and just have fun). read more

Dawn R.

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11 years ago

I attended the recent weaving class and it was a lot of fun! The teacher was very knowledgeable and helpful. We learned quite a bit in a short amount of time and the atmosphere was social and light. Kaley, the creator of Austin Learnshop, is passionate about her venture and making sure everyone has a great experience. I will definitely take another class. read more

Elena S.

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10 years ago

Austin Learnshop is such a great concept and a really fun way to learn some new skills. Kaley chooses great subjects for classes and does a great job of working with the teachers to coordinate everything and provide a great experience for attendees. Highly recommend taking part in a class and learning something new! read more

Cindy D.

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10 years ago

What a wonderful concept! The hand-lettering workshop by Isa D'Aniello was packed with hands-on practice and information, and we left with the start of our first hand-lettered piece. Kaley was a great host, very welcoming. I encourage everyone to check out Austin Learnshop! read more

Anthony M.

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11 years ago

Just had a great lesson on brewing up some cider at Austin East Ciders factory, thanks to Learn shop. Was a great experience and my room now contains four gallons of soon to be alcoholic cider. Will be thanking y'all again next week when time comes to taste it! read more

Hannah O.

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9 years ago

I took the Watercolor class with Chloe Jane. It was so well organized, well supplied, and well taught. I walked away feeling ready to paint on my own (and I already made my second painting at home!). Also, friendliest people ever. read more

Roxy C.

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11 years ago

This is what makes living in Austin so amazing. Learning different things from people who want to teach and with others who want to learn. You won't find me by myself in my house watching a YouTube instructional video anymore. read more

Chelsea C.

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11 years ago

Jam workshop on 10/14 was awesome. So much fun meeting like-minded people, jam was delicious, and instructor and hostess were amazing. Venue at Chicon's Collective was very "Austin". Can't wait to make my next LearnShop! read more

Harry S.

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9 years ago

Great art workshops organized by professional artists in Austin! I especially enjoyed the map-making workshop. The only con being I find myself as the only male in the attendees :) :P read more

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