I highly recommend Skagit Drive academy for anyone needing to get their driving permit or license…read more They offer that amazing customer service that only a locally owned and operated business can. They also are incredible with students who have severe test anxiety and learning disabilities. Rikki got my son through his permit in one afternoon of instructio. No other driving school offered the level of help he got at Skagit Driving Academy.

I have helped with DOT health exams and what I have seen is the approachable friendly nature of the…read moreowners, and care. The students come from all over eventhough there are other options from school. The confidence provided and thorough training makes me feel safe knowing these future drivers are on the road.

Straightforward direction. Best school around, definitely recommend if you're planning on getting…read moreyour CDL.

I went here for the first time ever and was not disappointed! I would personally like to thank…read moreRobin, my stylist, for doing an amazing job on my spa treatment, which included a pedicure, manicure, and facial. I was nervous, especially on the pedicure piece, but Robin made me feel comfortable during the process. I left with a happy step in my feet and magic in my hands!

Love going here for a perm or a haircut. The staff and the girls learning about hair are super nice…read moreand answer all the questions u have and ask u questions to find out what you want.

I'm an ASC Nurse Manager for a busy surgery center in Seattle WA. To fulfill the yearly mock code…read moretraining, we decided to bring an outside company into our facility to evaluate our plan and give us feedback. I was able to find Mark by word of mouth from another ASC Nurse Manager, who had nothing but positive things to say about him. Hands down, Mark was amazing! He ran through some scenarios with us; realistic to our patient selection, and we utilized different areas of our facility (OR, PACU, waiting room). Key points: 1. Mark is professional, confident and an expert in his profession. 2. He always brought us back to the basics when we deviated off course. 3. He stressed the importance of utilizing everyone at the office. From the front office staff calling 911, rotating CPR, scribing; to the trained ACLS staff doing the medications and assisting with anesthesia. 4. One of the best parts of the class...he provided an atmosphere for staff to ask questions and really engage in the learning opportunity without fear of "not knowing the answer" or looking bad in front of other coworkers. Everyone, including the MD's felt this education opportunity was worthwhile and we will definitely have him back next year. Thanks Mark!

Fun and engaging instructor. I liked that the first three tries were all included for the same…read moreprice, it took the stress off a little bit. Definitely will be recommending to my friends!

They took my money for my son's driving test and weren't there at the appointment. No call or…read moreanything just waste your time. It's been a week and still can't get an answer. Don't waste your time here!

Really impressed with the Defensive Driving School of Stanwood. I took my knowledge test, driving…read moreclasses, and my skill test here. I was lucky enough to have Dee as my instructor, she was so pleasant, patient and knowledgeable about all things. Had a great experience with all of these sessions. Very professional, experienced instructors. Would definitely recommend this school. I'm so glad I found your school. Thank You for making this experience for me a great experience.

Defensive Driving is a chain throughout the Skagit area, and it has some pros/cons…read more A positive is that the instructors are engaging, especially online, which is very helpful for a digital class. However, a con is that they often cut observed drives short, and ask the students if they want to end early. I wish they wouldn't ask a teenager if he/she wants to end early - because the teenager invariably wants to go home and do nothing. Defensive Driving needs to provide the hour of observation/instruction that I'm paying for. A pro is that the instructors provide good feedback and lend confidence to the learners. However, a HUGE con is that they never have drive times available afterschool or on the weekend. They only put one month up at a time on the schedule agent, so if you don't get any dates that month, you can't even go forward to the next month to schedule. I refuse to let my son to skip school to do observed drives. Perhaps they need to hire more trained observers. Another positive is how easy it is to take both the written and practical driving tests with Defensive Driving. It really is seemless. But, another negative is that the instructor has the students use his own personal car for the exam (maybe he gets a tax write-off), instead of the cars they have been practicing in and are used to. Unfortunately, there is odd rubber-band placed on the brake pedal, which really distracted my son who has sensory issues. He failed his first driving exam because the rubberband on the brake pedal was a huge distraction.

Quality CNA program. The nurses who teach the class pay a lot of attention to the state test and…read morehow to pass it. The skill labs have a lot of repetition built in, and the teachers are always willing to help or provide tips. CPR, HIV training, and on site TB testing is also offered. The only reason I'm giving four stars instead of five is that assignments are all required to be handed in in-person at the school and cannot be turned in electronically. And several of the fees (for CPR, back ground check, etc) are only accepted in cash.

Such an unprofessional group of people. I have never been treated this way in my life. I was always…read moreon time, did my assignments, and was treated poorly by Cheryl. When my peer and I reached out to Pat she seemed empathetic and apologetic, swearing that things would change. When I went back in today for our skills review we were treated worse than even before. This is unacceptable, and it is not normal for an educational setting. Cheryl had gone out of her way on multiple occasions trying to talk poorly about students to other staff and instructors, telling them not to help us, and adding that she hopes my classmate and I would fail our exams. There is no excuse for her behavior. Pat has been negligent of the situation. Completely aware, pretends to care, and never responds to the verbal harassment and complaints she has received about Cheryl.

My Soma journey started with the realization that I needed to find a better way to cope with 20…read moreyears of stressful corporate work life. So, I began seeing a mental health counselor in Seattle who strongly believed in the mind/body connection. While attending therapy sessions it was apparent that my work life was negatively impacting my physical/mental health, and I knew it was time to make a change. Through the therapist's recommendation to try Somatic Bodywork to augment our sessions, I came across the Soma Institute and felt like this could be a great way to learn more about my body. With zero bodywork experience, I crossed my fingers and signed up for the Somassage Workshop. I'll be honest, I had no idea what I was walking into but from the second I stepped into the school on Whidbey Island I felt an instant sense of positive energy, lightness (which I hadn't' felt in years), and hope that this could be the antidote to all the years of burn out I had been experiencing. My first impression proved to be an understatement because I am now a full-fledged STUDENT at the school, working towards my Soma Practitioner license and it has literally changed the course of my life. Whether it's the magical setting of Whidbey Island, the genuinely kind, caring, and professional instructors, or just the incredible Soma work itself I feel like I am now part of this special community of practitioners that truly helps to transform people's lives. The biggest learning lesson so far is that we are not working 'on' the body but rather 'with' the body as a tool to help it heal all on its own. The Soma Institute and faculty couldn't provide a more peaceful yet challenging atmosphere to learn in. Going back to school after so many years out of college was pretty overwhelming but I woke up every day eager to take in more. I wholeheartedly recommend the Soma Institute to anyone looking to work in the bodywork field as their first profession, or to someone like me, looking to make a complete career shift. I am not only receiving top tier education in the field of Structural Integration, I am finding meaningful personal healing and a stronger sense of purpose through helping those around me.

The Soma Institute is one of the most magical, restorative, and centering places I've had the…read moreprivilege to be apart of. It's a space the nurtures creativity, deep thought, and joy. I learned so much about myself, bodies, and therapeutic touch there. I made life long friends and community that promote continuous learning and empathy to leave the world more healed than we have found it. Having used what I've learned to work with many others I can say that the philosophy and touch that Soma teaches and promotes can have a profound effect on all that receive it. Thank you Soma Institute for the life long lessons and connections!