The instructor had a chill vibe and a conversational style of teaching. He breaks down very…read moreimportant points, crucial to gun safety, as well as best practices when handling firearms and interacting safely with law enforcement officers. We spent the morning going over safety procedures at the gun range, shooting from different distances and then we spent the later part of the day learning how we would ideally conduct ourselves while carrying a firearm. And we were also prepared for the next steps to successfully obtain a concealed carry license. Drick is passionate about teaching the community how to handle firearms safely and obtaining the necessary paperwork to do so legally. You will literally have a "blast!" taking this class. I felt like I was sitting down with a cousin who happens to know everything about firearms. So Yes to this! Five out of five! I totally would highly recommend.

This review is overdue. I attended the Firearms and Training class on the morning of Saturday,…read more04-01-23. I am not currently a gun owner, but I wanted to educate myself on proper usage and the laws regarding gun ownership. I didn't know what to expect but whatever my expectations were, they were greatly exceeded! They were novices such as myself in the class as well as current gun owners and prior military; this was a co-ed class. They had refreshments available, to include good coffee. This is a Black owned business, and I was happy to patronize. I also purchased a unit of pepper gel and a book during our break. We did not go to the range during this class but were told we could go on our own time. I tried to use the "contact us" section of the website to get info about scheduling my range practice. I did not get a response, but this review reminded me to look at pictures I'd taken during class. I have emails and telephone numbers for the instructors, so I'll be reaching out tomorrow. If you're considering taking a course or purchasing a fire arm, you won't be disappointed using Black Diamond.

Big Blue Swim School is an outstanding swim school!! my nephew is 3 and his instructor Amy is so…read morepatient with him and every exercise they do. Amy also encourages the kids the entire time and she makes them feel comfortable in the water. Ryker looks forward to his swim lesson every week and I see improvement each week..BIG BLUE SWIM SCHOOL IS TOP NOTCH!!! if you are looking for a swim school for your little..Big Blue is the place !! Thank You Big Blue and Amy for making my sweet boy more confident in the water

From the owner: Big Blue Swim School’s mission is to show kids they can do anything by unlocking their full…read morepotential in the water. We teach year-round weekly swim lessons to kids ages 3 months to 12 years old. With no contracts or registration fees, families can start and stop swim lessons at any time. Our swim instructors teach full-time, giving kids the consistency needed to build trust with their teacher! Our flexible schedule, 90-degree water, ultra-clean pools, and spacious viewing area make for a stress-free, family-friendly experience. Parents can track swim progress in the Parent Portal. Whether you are looking for safety around water, an after-school activity, or swim team prep, our program is the ideal learn-to-swim experience for every child. When you walk into our swim school, you’ll notice that our facility is spacious and family-friendly, offering multiple changing rooms and showers so you never have to wait. The pool viewing area is equipped with Wi-Fi and comfortable chairs for parents to sit back and relax during lessons, as well as kids' activities such as coloring and train stations. Our 90-degree pools make swimming lessons stress-free for kids and parents as kids learn to swim without chattering teeth. Every class has a small student-to-teacher ratio to ensure that kids get the attention they need to make fast progress in their swim skills.

Kaliyah did an excellent job on my hair! She was professional, friendly, and really took her time…read moreto make sure everything came out perfect. I've received so many compliments since my appointment -- everyone keeps asking who did my hair! ‍ Brenda Whittaker

I recently visited the Empire Beauty School in Concord, NC and was immediately impressed by the…read moreentire staff. From the front desk to the students working on the floor, the whole team is warm and personable, creating a welcoming and upbeat environment. It's clear the students are passionate about their craft; they are raring to learn and practice their skills, which really adds a buzz to the atmosphere. A huge positive is the professional organization of the floor. Every student takes pride in their workspace--everyone keeps their station neat and tidy, which speaks volumes about the training they're receiving. Transparency is also excellent: the price list for services and all available retail products are prominently displayed. While I haven't personally had a chance to get any services yet, based on the cleanliness and careful instruction I observed, I would absolutely trust them with a non-chemical procedure like a deep conditioning treatment, simple braiding services or a blowout. On the client side, my relatives recently had a pedicure here and were happy with the results.

Great vibes and friendly staff! We made reservations for a Saturday afternoon. Three people did…read morecanvas painting and one did a plate. Great prices for painting and our group! The staff were helpful and encouraging. It is located upstairs and has an elevator option. I recommend a reservation and then you can choose from a canvas, plate or vase/glass.

Kim, the instructor was very patient with our group. She gave great feedback and was super helpful!…read moreWe will return!

I cannot recommend Alicia Slayton of OCD enough for any projects that require the painting of wood…read more Recently Alicia helped me paint a small bedroom dresser very inexpensively and was able to transform a piece of junk into a beautiful piece of custom furniture. She is a great teacher and a true expert with vast knowledge of many wood painting techniques. And she is reasonable! What more can you ask than that?!

Alicia just painted our kitchen cabinets and what an amazing transformation! It looks like we…read morespent $10k on new cabinets! Thanks Alicia, Frank & Sheila

This review is overdue. As an activity to do something new, I took an intro class on Friday,…read more01-13-23. I was very nervous but I made it thru the class. It was a good workout. There was a nice amount of people in the class but not too many for the instructor to not be available to give feedback. The staff seemed diverse. I'm not sure if I'd return, but it was a good experience.

This place was great! Before the owners started taking actions leading to all the trainers (the…read moreheart and soul of the classes) resigning enmasse. The owners are draconic with their rules and power trip to nth degree, and the current classes that they offer are not worth it as again 90% of the trainers left.

Very professional hands-on firearms training and certification classes! I highly recommend the…read moreservices offered!

From the owner: We offer Concealed carry classes, and self defense classes in a safe ammunition free environment. read more

I went there for what I thought would be a cute interactive date. It was the experience I'd hoped…read morefor. I bought a Groupon for two for the pottery wheel. The experience wasn't as "hands on" as I had hoped and the service from the young women there got increasing worse. The space was very hot as their AC wasn't working and the staff complained about it far more than what was necessary particularly because they couldn't do anything about it. The Groupon did not include having your creations fired although we were told we could come back and paint them in their studio after they dried. This isn't an experience I'd recommend. If anything, going to paint their already made pottery could be a more enjoyable option.

If I could give zero stars I would. This place is a total scam. I bought a groupon for my moms…read moreChristmas present. It was all booked for months and when I was finally able to get in they cancelled our appointment the day of. We were able to reschedule a month later but got caught in traffic (we drove 1.5 hrs), sent a text to let them know we were on our way but would be 15mins late. Showed up & instructor refused to accommodate us. My mom was literally heart broken!