I was looking for a driving instructor for my teen and saw all the positive Yelp reviews for Hawaii…read moreDriving Academy. Jay was a wonderful teacher! He has a "can do" positive attitude. He was extremely responsive and answered all my questions over the phone before the first lesson. He is very patient, always came on time and had a face mask on for every lesson. After each lesson, he would message me on my teens progress. Jay was very easy to work with and I felt he and I were able to work together to achieve our goals. It was also very easy and convenient to pay for our lessons via payment app. Our teen passed on the first try!!!

Jay is an experienced driver and very capable instructor. I held onto my learner's permit for half…read morea decade because I was too nervous to take the driver's test, but Jay was able to pace the lessons in a way that worked for me. Since I struggled with the practical aspect, he identified what I was hesitating on and walked me to through the concepts using drawn diagrams to ease me into it. Thanks to his personalized approach, I passed the Kapahulu driver's test in a single attempt.

Had an amazing experience at Ty Gurney Surf School! Special shoutout to Tyler, James, Kainalu, and…read morethe receptionists for making the experience enjoyable. I booked two-hour lessons, and each session left me with new insights and things to work on. All the instructors were engaged and observant throughout the lessons, providing continuous feedback, encouragement, and helpful tips. Whenever I had questions, they were attentive and took the time to give thorough, detailed answers. It was especially great learning from instructors who clearly enjoy what they do. Their passion and enthusiasm made the lessons even more enjoyable, and I left each session feeling like I had learned something new. Would definitely recommend Ty Gurney Surf School to anyone looking to learn, have fun, and/or make unforgettable memory :-)

This place had last minute booking options which was so convenient for us as we have a little girl…read moreand didn't think of lessons until the day before. They have easy online booking options and they sent you an email right away to sign a waiver. It's a little hard to find as it's between the Denny's and a parking lot, so just be vigilant while walking. They have a little shop with a receptionist and the instructors. There's a QR code for tipping your instructors which was convenient considering you're so tired after the lesson. I felt comfortable leaving all my stuff in the office (even shoes) as we walked across the street to the beach. My instructor, James, first practiced my footing, head placement, and movement. Then we paddled out, and he held my board the entire time. I got to enjoy the view prop my head on my board and give Ms. America waves even though no one was looking. That alone is worth all the money. James gave me tips and tricks each wave he pushed me in. Telling me to balance more on the right foot, etc. I felt like I had also paid to hang out with someone really cool. The vibes on the break were so chill. Everyone knew each other and were respectful with waves of hello and aloha. This is a must do in Waikiki. The waves were so soft on my beginner board and they have a 99.9% rate of success. James said he was able to help a 84 year old catch and stand up in a wave. Remarkable!!! I caught six waves and it felt incredible. I'm wiped out and exhausted, but so satisfied and excited for my next lesson. What a treat! I highly recommend Ty Gurney- ask for James!!

Aunty Tammy is an amazing sewing teacher. She was really patient with my 10 year old daughter and…read morereally taught her sewing basics making it fun as well! She learned to sew shorts and a pillowcase!

Tried calling this business to see if they have any sewing classes and on yelp and the internet it…read moresays they are open but when you call it just keeps ringing and no one will pick up the phone and there's no answering machine or any option of leaving a voicemail for a call back. Is this place really legit and open for business?! It's unprofessional for a business to say they are open and yet never answer their phones.

Very friendly staff!! Wonderful shopping experience every time I go there. Really like this shop!read more

Great inventory and excellent service. Location was also a plus. Easy access and within walking…read moredistance

Awesome to have the only training facility dedicated to early education professionals and care…read moregivers. Together, CEED Hawaii and early educators are striving to support young children in their engaging and nurturing experiences while laying a solid foundation for learning.

I loved taking this course! I took the accelerated 4 week hybrid program. Each week consisted of…read morehomework and quizzes, sticks were on Saturday, and you end the program with 2 exams. Homework, quizzes, and exams were done on your own time. They are heavy, but Porscha gives you all the material you need (as well as the textbook) to help you. She was also available if you ever get stuck or need help. The homeworks and quizzes also prepare you for the national exam. Sticks on Saturday were my favorite part of this course! We had 2 different instructors (Holly and Kalia). Both instructors were kind, patient, and informative with their teachings. Overall, I definitely recommend taking this program. I chose this program instead of a program at KCC because it was the most convenient for me. Another great thing is that you can either pay for it in full or pay in installments.

Just finished the 4 week hybrid phlebotomy course. Each week was hectic with homework and quizzes…read morebut the time went by so quick. Each Saturday are just sticks. Porsha was really nice and honest . Just be open and ask questions . Don't hesitate . You gotta learn and get it right.

I was very hesitant to post this review, but I feel I need to share my experience because I left…read moreextremely disappointed. All the reviews online are five stars, and the website looked very promising, but the actual training fell far below my expectations. The academy recently changed its class packages to one $200 two-day course. On the first day, the instructor spent nearly the entire first hour talking about his history, who he knows, where he has worked, and how he worked his way up in the industry. While some background is understandable, we were sitting in front of a fully equipped bar, and I expected the course to be much more hands-on. He could have shared those stories while demonstrating techniques or allowing us to practice. During the second hour, we finally learned how to pour shots properly, but that was essentially the only hands-on training we received. We did not touch any alcohol, make a cocktail, or practice preparing drinks. I arrived on the second day hopeful and prepared with a list of questions. From the beginning, I specifically asked if I could learn how to make five of the most commonly ordered cocktails. I understood that he could not teach us every recipe, but I at least wanted to leave knowing the top five. Unfortunately, I did not make a single drink. The instructor continued talking for most of the class while the other student and I repeatedly looked toward the bar, hoping it would encourage him to begin the practical portion. Out of the entire two-hour class, we spent only about 15 minutes behind the bar. I understand that unlimited follow-up training is offered once students obtain a position, but I am a mother with very limited availability, and I live on the other side of the island. I cannot continuously drive into town to receive training that I expected to be included during the two scheduled class days. I came prepared to learn how to pour accurately, make common cocktails, determine the correct order for preparing multiple drinks when the bar is busy, use a point-of-sale system, and understand the basic workflow of bartending. Instead, the course felt more like a lengthy talk session than professional, hands-on job preparation. The most discouraging part is that I have been applying for bartending positions, and when I explain that I completed a bartending course but received very little practical training, people laugh and tell me I would have been better off simply working my way up. I enrolled because I believed this program would help prepare me to obtain and perform a bartending job, but it did not. I am sharing this so other prospective students understand what my experience was before spending their time and money. If you are expecting to make drinks and receive substantial hands-on practice during the advertised two-day course, I would ask very specific questions about exactly how much practical training is included before enrolling.

if you want a no-bullshit class that'll teach you everything you need to know, this is where you…read morewant to be. Moses and Kimo are excellent teachers that are bartenders themselves, and they also flair bartend (imagine the circus behind the bar). they compete in competitions and hold sessions regularly for people that want to learn how to perform. my friend had already taken bartending classes elsewhere and she admitted that everything that was being discussed in class was news to her ears. We also learned how to do a flair trick within an hour. Sure, I busted my finger... but at least I got to come home with a fancy trick up my sleeve.

My latest K-Drama watching binge has made me hungry for Korean food so when I read about Korean…read morecooking classes at the Culinary Institute, I signed up. There were 2 sessions and each class was limited to 16 participants and I was told the class books up quickly. The August class "Cooking Local Favorites: Korean" was taught by Chef Grant Sato, winner of the 2015 Global Taste of Korean International Cooking Competition. In the 4 hour class we cooked 3 recipes: Soondubu Jjigae (soft tofu stew) with tofu made from scratch!, Miyeokguk (Korean seaweed soup with beef), and Dakjjim (braised chicken with noodles and vegetables) Chef Sato's competition winning dish. Classes are held at the Culinary Institute of the Pacific's beautiful new kitchens on 4500 Diamond Head Road. Parking is right in front of the building and you are advised to wear close toed shoes and long pants. You can bring an apron if you want (I did not). All ingredients and cooking equipment are provided. Masks are required for participants. Upon arrival you are given the recipes and assigned to a station, 2 students to a station. My son took the class with me and we got the station right in front of the demo area which was nice. The stations each have two sinks, a stove, knives, pans, and the assistants bring you the ingredients for each dish. Chef Sato gives a demonstration at the front of the kitchen and everyone watches, then goes back to their stations to replicate what he just showed. The 4 hours pass quickly, there is much to do. I even learned how to cut up a whole chicken (my son would not touch it.) One of the things I really liked about this was finding out what exact ingredients Chef uses in his cooking so I took lots of pictures of the products. The resulting dishes were all delicious and we packed them up and took them home. There was a lot of food, enough for several dinners. I will definitely take more classes here! HINT: Since you are sharing a station, its fun to sign up with a buddy.

KCC Culinary School RULES!…read more The newest addition to KCC is The Culinary institute of the pacific located at the old Canon Club on Diamond Head Road. There is a gorgeous kitchen with state of the art preparation stations for each student, KCC has done a remarkable job to propel their Culinary program forward and upward. This first time, I had the privilege of visiting the kitchen facilities as well as sample food prepared by the students at the Culinary Institute for a contest sponsored by 7/11 Stores in an effort to expand on their 2019 take out bento menu. The contest will garner 2 winners with purse of $1000 and $750 respectively for the 1st and 2nd place winners. There were eight contenders. Each entry had to contain local ingredients, healthy with conscience to nutritional value and the preparation cost price point had to be something reasonable for 7-Eleven to be able to resell the lunch meal. The meal had to also withstand the heat as it sits under the heating element waiting to be purchased. I enjoyed their sampling process. We got to try each entry served in something more than bite sized portions, chat with each contestant about their creation, chat with the educating staff at the Culinary Institute and always with Yelp Events we got to visit and chat with fellow Yelpers old and new. Congrats to all 8 entrants and kudos to both 1st and 2nd place winners! Be sure to stop in and visit a 7/11 store next year to try these great creations

When we were looking for surfing lessons on Oahu, Mickeys Surf School stood out to us. Lots of…read morepositive reviews of how he worked with families, and reasonable prices. We are so glad we went with Mickey. Mickey was really amazing with our kids. They tend to be shy, but he was so friendly and they had fun with him almost instantly. It was their first surf lesson, and they had a blast. It was one of the best highlights of our visit. Our kids love telling people about it. Great instructior, great lesson, and great experience for a good price! Thank you, Mickey! Can't wait to return someday.

Our experience with Mickey made our trip. He introduced my 4-year old to surfing in such a gentile…read moreand thoughtful way, ensuring a safe and positive experience. We scouted out all the options for instructors and Mickey is by far the best and highest quality. In our case, he also went out of his way to share his time early in the morning to allow for best possible conditions. My son came out of the experience with a new friend, asking when he gets to surf with Mickey again. He also had a creative Go Pro set up that documented the whole experience. Mickey is special and has a natural way with kids (and people). We are so thankful we met him, let alone surfed with him.

koyuki did amazing! i would definitely come back with…read morefriends for another menu‼ Mahalo

I LOVE this academy, they have specials every month (junes special was bring a friend and get 2…read morefacials for $25/ea). This is my second visit and I had excellent experiences both times. I've gone with friends and they were equally impressed. I'm pretty sure this will be part of my self care every month from now on. Clean, relaxing, and superb service. Thank you!!