I can't say enough good things about this place, one of my creative homes here in DC! Dan has…read morecreated such a beautiful, light-filled space that's equipped with pretty much any tool or equipment you might need to bring any idea to life. The classes themselves are fantastic - you'll learn by doing, but also by watching an expert demonstrate for you, and getting as much help as you may need throughout. It's a good balance: you'll build your skill set and learn the practicalities of metalsmithing, but also learn to understand your own creative vision, which you can work on during open studio hours. The vibe is really chill (Dan plays great music!), all the teachers are kind and helpful and supportive, your fellow students are all interesting and fun, and overall this is the kind of space where you feel like you're able to make mistakes and still learn and grow from them. If you've ever wanted to learn the true craft of metalsmithing to make fine jewelry, this is the place to do it.

I've always wanted to learn how to create jewelry, and I'm so glad this studio exists in DC! The…read morestudio is a welcoming environment, and Dan is a wonderful teacher. His attention to detail and care for the craft is unparalleled. This is a space for people who genuinely want to learn- pay attention, take notes, and be curious!

Whimsical, thoughtful, elegant, and delightful. Fresh cut flowers, hot tea, tasty scones and…read morecream...every detail of today's Mother's Day tea was just ah-mazing!!!! Thank you Mrs. B and your lovely team!! Can't wait to be back!

Such great ambiance, they did a great job with this place! The employees were so kind and helpful…read moretoo. The food variety was great. They were able to offer great GF options too

The non credit options have been on hiatus for a while. Their site mentions vaccine status, so most…read morelikely covid related which is a few years old now. Hopefully they have some sort of update on their one off or non-credit classes.

Great classes, and great teachers. I think it's the only high quality art school in DC…read more Everybody is so helpful there.

My employer sent me here to take the Introduction Adobe Illustrator course and I enjoyed the class…read moreand teaching. I felt like everyone who works there is so kind. Barbara greeted me warmly and gave me a tour of their office space and kitchen. The kitchen was stocked with all kinds of beverages, snacks, and light bites. Perfect way to start the day, since the class lasts from 9-4pm. Our instructor Kate was kind, knowledgeable and approachable. I felt like I could ask questions when I fell behind. She was patient with others in the class as well. In this intro class we learned the basics, how to align objects and how to create shapes and images to design marketing collateral. We also got to keep the official Adobe Illustrator training workbook and received a certificate upon completion of the class. I recommend taking your computer and software training here.

I work in digital marketing for a large human rights organization and was looking for an intro to…read morePhotoshop class to help me in creating social media shareables. I researched a few places in DC and Softek offered the course at a reasonable price. Since the price tag was lower than others i looked at, I assumed it wouldn't be as great of quality, but I was wrong. The class was from 9AM-4PM and I learned more than the basics of Photoshop. The instructor was very knowledgeable and had a way to really connect with her students in explaining complex ideas. I highly recommend this place for Photoshop training! After just one class, I tested what I learned and made this social media shareable: http://on.fb.me/1rxsYEl. Thanks, Softek!

Enrolled my teen daughter in The Theatre Lab's Summer Camp 2026 and the Honors Acting Conservatory…read moreintro class--game-changer! The small classes with pro faculty built her skills from basics to stage-ready poise, boosting her confidence for school plays and beyond; she even landed a community theatre role right after. Super organized site for easy enrollment, generous scholarships available, and the downtown DC space feels inspiring with access to pro theatres. Nurturing vibe for all levels; we've signed up for more--highly recommend for aspiring performers!

I have taken a couple classes here and it's a great school. It's refreshing to find a school geared…read moretowards adults that has classes for people who just want to act and aren't interested in becoming a professional actor. I walked in to "Anyone can act" class with no training or experience and loved it. Since then I have taken into to acting and scene study and enjoyed it. I also like the fact all of my classes were taught by local actors. I will be taking more classes here in the near future.

son attended this school they are absolutely unprofessional before the end of his program they…read moremoved locations with out proper notice and he is still waiting for the graduation to happen & he finished last year , please don't spend your money & time with this school they suck. im looking for the better business bureaus information & trying to figure out who to contact for tuition reimbursement

After trying to reach them via text phone and email and getting no response I showed up at the…read morelocation listed on their website only to learn that they are no longer at that location. Does this school even exist anymore?

Beginner Trapeze Class…read more If you've ever wanted to fly through the air with the greatest of ease (and a safety harness), this is the place. I signed up for the beginner trapeze class, and let me tell you, "beginner" here does not mean "everyone's brand new." Most of the class clearly had been before, which at first was a little intimidating... but the vibe? Supportive. There are three instructors, each strategically posted like trapeze guardian angels: one up top, one on the ground, one mid-zone to help you through the process. They give you the info you need, then give you space to actually process it--not just bark orders. It's a smart balance of guidance and "you got this." I'll be honest: standing up on that platform is terrifying at first. But between the calm coaching and the cheering from classmates, you find your footing (literally). And once you take that leap, you get why people keep coming back. The environment is fun, well-run, and just the right amount of challenge. If you're looking to shake up your routine, face a fear, or just have a story that will blow "I went to brunch" out of the water--this is it. Highly recommend.

We had such a fun time! We booked a flying trapeze class for my sister's bday and had the most fun!…read moreSariah (sp?) and Mills were such great instructors (and we had one other person supporting but I can't remember his name). This was such a fun experience. I am already planning to come back! Highly recommend!

I had a great time at World Speak, I took Portuguese classes there. The class was small only about…read more4 or 5 students, the teacher was really warm and friendly and made the environment very open. The class involved reading Portuguese outloud, speaking and answer back as well as going over vocab and grammer. There was a lot practice oral practice which is what I needed. The school also gave personalized attention. The teacher was usually available to answer my questions after class and if I had a few other questions I could email them. I am now in Rio De Janiero using the Portuguese that I learned from WorldSpeak. :D

I had an excellent Portuguese teacher for private classes. In a very short time I felt very much at…read moreease with the language and the combination of constant conversation and homework exercises offered the closest thing to immersion I could hope for.

Not only is this a huge retail store, but it's also a membership wood-maker club. It's been around…read morefor over a decade and I am only just now discovering it. I came for their Oktoberfest, which had many vendors selling unique woodwork items. I actually needed quality wood glue to repair a wooden dresser I inherited that was my 90 year old mom's childhood dresser in England. I think wood glue should work, and this place had several to choose from. I bought the smallest size as I don't need much. The workers are helpful and friendly. I didn't see if there were rooms in back for people to work or take classes, but judging by the name of this place, I assume so. They also had the cutest resident pug chilling out in the middle of the store. I was going to take a picture, but he moved on.

My son started taking a woodworking class for youth here recently. They were super flexible and…read moreaccommodating and even managed to give him a 1:1 class to "catch him up with the group" even though we only paid for a group class. More importantly, watching the instructor work with my 9 year old son, I was truly impressed at the level of instruction and what he was able to help my son construct with wood. It was terrific, and I would recommend it anyone.

This was TRULY an intimate, sensual, relaxing and informative experience. In just two hours my…read morepartner and I learned more valuable information about each other and we're stronger for it. I WILL return and I plan on bringing other couples with me.

From the owner: Your search for the perfect date night ends here! Come join us for an amazing evening of learning…read moreand exploration.