If your child is talented or if you're looking to enhance their inner acting ability this is a…read moregreat place to send them for two weeks out of the summer. The instruction they receive at SMACK camp is remarkable; they are busy from the moment they arrive at camp until it's time to be picked up! Stage direction, vocal instruction, creative design, communication and voice projection are a few of the skills taught and mastered at SMACK camp!

We love woodland and Mrs Carolyn! It's a beautiful place. Ms Carolyn is kind and patient. The kids…read moreget to be outside a lot. They learn about nature and kindness. Theyre read to and do art. There's a tree house and lots off cool play areas outside.

We were part of the Woodland Discovery family for 3 preschool years with my oldest son. I consider…read morethis outdoor space one of my favorite places in the greater Charlotte area. I always felt a sense of magic whenever I walked the woods, gazed at the pond, and saw the joy on each child's face on the nature playground! I was always in awe of the unique activities and ideas flowing through the children and teachers! Ms. Carolyn is such an incredible soul who values children and offers each of them an invitation to receive an incredible love of learning. The foundational skills of curiosity, social interaction, creativity, exploration, and problem solving are rock solid after my child's preschool experience. His connection to nature and love for science couldn't be more beautiful. There is no other preschool in our area that comes close to this unique forest school experience. In addition, we took advantage of the summer camp offerings and birthday party packages as well!! We drove 25 min between our home and the school. It is worth every moment of commuting to give my child such a rich childhood experience. I plan to continue my relationship with Woodland Discovery when my youngest is old enough to begin!!

What a horrible experience!!! My toddlers and I stopped by this morning to inquire on membership,…read moretour the facility, get some general info. Three ladies at the front desk/ reception and NOT one person greeted us. We were there standing looking like idiots. Then finally after a few minutes an older lady acknowledged us, but like she was in a rush. I asked if we could check out the facility. She said go upstairs and look. Im like this is our first time here, how do we get upstairs. NOT one smile, not one how can we help you, not one welcome, horrible experiences like we were not welcomed. Few minutes later we walk out and not one person to ask if we had any questions. AND worst part is, I went in determined to sign them up for summer camp. But no thank you! We'll spend our money where we are welcomed. Dont waste your time or money here!

Spoke to Sam, wanted us to sign up with no information about the place pr offering to show us…read morearound..... 240$ right on the spot and said we have people on the wait list, it's either a yes or no. When I asked about seeing the place he said I have another appointment to get to so just call back when you want to sign up. Horrible experience a the guy was rude and apparently the director.... This place is a joke

Friendly greeters, great open space to play and lots of smiles. My little one is already making…read moreplans to return.

My kids really enjoy Carolina Ninja Academy, especially open gym. It's a good place for them to…read moreburn off energy in a positive way. We've also tried the camps and had a good experience. It's a nice option for active kids.

YES. We scheduled the private tour and it was so fun! We met the animals and were able to give…read moresnacks and love. It's an amazing mission and we're in awe of their work! Playground review: it's a super nice space and is designed for ages 2-12. There's a ton of different equipment for all abilities. However frustrating when older/larger kids are wreaking havoc and abusing the equipment while moms are talking with their backs turned away from the playground. Don't be those moms.

The kindest souls for the sweetest rescues. This place doesn't get enough credit. My child and I…read morealways learn something new and have the BEST time!

This was so fun for the little one. I called ahead the day before and asked if I could come around…read more11:00 am. Mr. Clyde was so nice on the phone and said we absolutely could come. When we got there the horse (Blue) was already out of his pasture and set aside for us. Mr. Clyde came out and introduced us to the horse immediately! He set the saddle up for us and let us go! Now mind you, I'm an experienced rider and wanted the little one to experience it. She loved it! After we were done riding, she got to meet the pig and the pony. In which she fed carrots too. Mr. Clyde was so nice and took a picture with her!! We will be back! And yes, she's eating the carrots in the pic lol.

We just made the move from Maryland this past winter. With my daughter turning 4 and her world…read morerevolving around horses I decided to call Mr.Clyde after reading the previous review. She's a little young to be riding still but loved going and meeting all the horses. Mr. Clyde brought her some carrots to feed them and she was able to lead one of the miniatures around the property. At the end of our time there she was able to sit and be led on a horse that had been out riding. Mr. Clyde helped make her birthday very special and to her this was the best birthday ever. So I thank Pomolas Equestrian Center for helping with making this day very special for her. We will be back in the future and hopefully get our daughter into lessons here when the time comes.

The owner and staff are amazing. They go the extra mile to help teach and grow each dancer…read more My daughter lights up when she is with her teachers, they are patient and kind and always available to help a child grow Amazing studio!

We have gone to Dance Expressions for 3 Years. The…read moreteachers are AMAZING!!! The owner is positive, helpful and a joy to be around. My daughter has grown so much with this group and has made many friends. I have never felt like she was unsafe there. The Motto is a Dance family and that is how everyone is treated.

I wish places like this were in existence when I was a child!…read more I can't speak to the actual program as we just visited for their 5th year anniversary event. With that being said.... We were greeted immediately when we entered by a gentleman, he was super friendly and engaging, he gave us a quick tour and walked us to the room where the event was taking place! They had activity stations set up with different things for the kids to do and it was all so much fun! The coding was super easy for my 7yr old to follow, and each station had a super friendly coach available to explain the activity, assist and walk the children through. They were very engaging with the children! The last table allowed the children to play games that the code ninja students created, I was so blown away at how these kids made such professional looking games. A true testament to how effective this program is. My son really enjoyed playing the games the students created. Overall at this location I can tell they have an amazing program and staff. They offer summer camps as well, the price is a bit steep for me (over $200+ per week), but if I could afford it I would definitely enroll my little gamer!

Thanks for all you are doing to bring a fun experience to our son. He is learning something new…read moreevery week and is really enjoying the program!

Just left from volunteering at the Children's Theater of Charlotte. What a great place to take your…read moreyoung people to see quality acting to bring culture and art into their lives at such young ages. It's a lively place for all ages!

Lights, Camera, DRAGONS!!!!!…read more While visiting Charlotte planning my trip to charlotte I noticed the Children's Theatre of Charlotte was putting on one of my daughter's favorite children's book, Dragons Love Tacos! I bought tickets before we even had a hotel booked! We arrived the day of with our dragon in hand (that came with our copy of Dragons Love Tacos 2) and my toddler son decked out in his dragon sweat suit. We were ready! Our show was on a Saturday at 3pm. If you arrived at 2pm there was a free behind the scenes tour of the theater. We of course took full advantage! 2pm we were squished with many of the other patrons all ready for the free tour. We were greeted and then moved into the theater. It seamed like over half the audience that day showed up for the tour! This made it difficult to move as a group through the backstage and hear everything being said. Was it cool to see where they make the sets and store the props? Yes! It was great feature I am thankful they offered but maybe needs more organizing for large groups. Another little tip for their tour guides, don't tell us what we cant see (costume area) because of the large group. Just bummed me out (and if it wasn't said I wouldn't have thought we missed out!) Also it was posed before the show arts and crafts available. Once the tour ended we were asking around about the crafts. we saw people with crafts. People had no idea! More organization needed as the crafts were taking place inside the library! We showed up with only a few minutes to do crafts because we wasted time asking people about the crafts! The show... not totally like the book but close. My 10 year old thought it was a little too young for her and my 1 year old was quiet for the whole hour! The 4 year old with us, he was mesmerized! So I would suggest when they say children's, aim for kids under 8 here. The production was pretty good with great visuals and a great destruction scene! This is not low budget by any means. Cool thing they did, after the show they let people stay behind and showed how the crew talks to one another on their headsets to make the action happen on stage! (This was geared more toward a 10 year old as opposed to a 4 year old understand what was really happening.) What could have been better? Let people enjoy the show more. The staff working in the audience were intense. I was approached by a kid, like 12 years old, who told me I couldn't give my 1 year old his bottle and the other two kids had to put away their candy. At no point at the beginning of the show was an announcement made about food/drinks in the auditorium. I am a rule follower. I would oblige. But not letting my 1 year old get his bottle seams a lot ridiculous! I kept watching the ushers go up to many other patrons about use of cell phones and everything else. It was distracting. Calm down folks. We came for the dragons. Speaking of which, I told my daughter when we bought the tickets: I don't know how they will make dragons appear on stage so it could be amazing or terrible but either way we will never forget what we will see. Truth: we will never forget. (The Dads wholeheartedly agree!)