I can't speak highly enough about PlanetBravo. My 12 year old son has gone the last 4 or 5 years…read moreand his summer time at PlanetBravo is the highlight of his year. Summer trips are planned around PlanetBravo. Summer events are planned around PlanetBravo. Everything during the summer is planned around PlanetBravo The owner Danny is amazing and incredibly responsive. The camp director and camp counselors are amazing. The other campers are great, and my son has made year-round friends every summer. The tech curriculum is current and always interesting. And, the non-tech time is healthy, active and fun, so I know that my son is not sitting in front of a screen all day. I also love the daily photos from camp that we can look at with our son to talk about his day. My son comes home from camp motivated to continue to do what he did at camp. One week he worked with drones, and the drone-flying was non stop at home. Another week he worked on Python programming, and after that he couldn't stop looking for things to program. Don't even get me started on 3D printing..... Last year, my son was more upset the last day of camp then he was for the first day of school. I can't think of a better indicator of how great this camp is than that....

Our son has been going to PlanetBravo Technocamp for 4 years, and he requests attending year after…read moreyear. The Beverly Hills staff, which is now Beverlywood, has been incredible. The curriculum is fantastic, and after taking this camp, my son wants to explore coding and computer science as a possible profession. And there are also so many great real-life courses you can take like Photoshop and video editing. But above all, the staff is phenomenal. They are smart, well-educated instructors who make the day fun for the kids, and they really care about each and every camper. Go to PlanetBravo Technocamp! You'll see why we sign up every year!

ok, as a guitar player wanting to become a better piano player…read more.. Just had my 1st lesson at BMA w/ Phil. Outstanding! best 30 minutes Ever.

Rude employees and my children were very disappointed in the lack of ability to choose what they…read morewanted to learn. My children face struggles as being young Jewish students already and it felt even more wrong with hostile staff, more specifically, the (non) gentleman Michael.

Decided to hit a hike before the heat kicked up and after a bit of mental wrangling, I choose…read moreStough... However, the trail is currently closed due to recent fire activity a couple weeks ago.

We Burbankers don't like to brag, but we've got a cozy nature center right past the golf course…read more Hold on to your purses and backpacks, as some live animals live inside and can be brought out for petting purposes. Who pets a snake? Some do. Easy free parking right outside the nature center with lots of interactive displays inside. There's also an outdoor theatre area for presentations and plenty of space for the summer kids' camp. Burbank's hiking trail starts right outside the front door and is now accessible to all with Burbank's new all-terrain hiking wheelchairs, available at no charge with a reservation. Best kept secret? Sparkling clean bathrooms inside.

My son attended his first season at Camp Adventurewood in 2023 - it was his first experience at a…read moresummer camp and he was a little nervous and shy but all his counselors made him feel so welcome and comfortable and after the first day he was hooked! He loved the variety of activities and made so many new friends. He came home with fun stories each day. I loved that they offered a variety of options from 2 days/week to 5 days. We returned last summer and an unexpected and sudden medical event threw our summer for a loop. They were beyond kind and accommodating. Michael, the owner, personally made sure we were taken care of at a very scary time and was just incredibly kind and communicative. I can't thank him and his staff enough for the support. I would recommend this camp for any family. Its like a classic, old-school summer day camp experience!

My son attended Adventurewood camp for the first time this week. For the most part he enjoyed…read morehimself -- particularly the characters they introduce throughout the week. However, we decided to pull him out for next week because of a very disturbing situation. He shared that a counselor had pushed him with both hands on his shoulders during a capture the flag activity. He had dropped his flag and was putting it back on when a counselor (he didn't know her name) pushed him back hard enough to make him lose his balance and fall. She also barked "you need to reset!" She didn't ask if he was ok or help him up. You'd think if this was an accidental push and he fell over she would say something like "sorry bud are you ok? Here let me help you up" but nope, not a word. A friend he's attending camp with witnessed the whole incident. Since I pick them both up in the afternoons they both recounted this situation to me and both of them noted how inappropriate her behavior was. I immediately reached out to Michael, the owner of the camp. He said he wanted to identify this counselor and get her side of the story. Understandable. My son felt uncomfortable going back the next day but I reassured him it would be handled and offered to drop him off in the morning and stick around to talk to Michael and the counselor. I wanted him to feel safe. Michael identified her (her name is Carson) and said he wanted to talk to her first, which he did a few feet away from me. I heard her say she didn't push him. They then walked over to me and she again denied everything. So we asked both kids to come over and recount what happened. They both did -- in front of her -- and reiterated she pushed him. She denied even touching him. So Michael suggests at this point that perhaps it was an accident and my son responds by saying "how do you push someone like that by accident?!" No response. So I ask her, are you saying these kids are lying? She again said she didn't touch him and at this point we send the kids away. I'm incensed because not only does she gaslight both of them to their face but tells this bold faced lie to her boss in front of the campers and me. I tell her I believe them and I think she's the one lying. At this point she gives me this dirty look - angry, irritated and almost rolls her eyes at me. I turn to Michael and say "and now she's giving ME an attitude?!" Unbelievable. In a follow up call, he tells me how good of a person she is and that this is shocking for him to hear but that she doesn't seem like someone who would do something like this...that she's getting her teacher credentials and he knows her really well. I am getting the vibe he doesn't actually believe any of this and he sounds very skeptical. I respond by telling him that it's almost always surprising when people exhibit bad behavior and that even teachers do bad things...that doesn't make her any more credible in my eyes. He acknowledged that. In fact, it's worse because I would be really concerned to have someone like that teaching a kid. Lack of empathy, accountability, and integrity. I mean, I think it's great he's trying to have her back but there are moments in life when you need to draw a line and act swiftly...these are one of those moments. Because ultimately, this impacts the reputation of your camp. I told him that it would be good to offer training to his staff in case this ever happens again in the future and honestly he sounded baffled and asked me to clarify...I said well maybe tell your staff not to give dirty looks to a mom who's clearly upset that her son just got pushed by a grown adult at summer camp?? I told him that the response to this situation could've resulted in a totally different outcome. Had she said something like "I really don't recall pushing you but if I inadvertently did and made you feel bad I'm sorry - I didn't mean to do that" - I would've went home that morning feeling fine about the situation. When I told him this he said that he's not going to police all her reactions, that she's still young, that she's still learning and made all kinds of excuses for her. Exhausting. Apparently she got a "warning" and will sit out of the flag activity (umm, ok...). He seems like a smart guy and wish him nothing but success in the future and I was earnestly trying to offer advice for how to handle a situation like this better but it fell on deaf ears. I really hope that some kind of learning comes out of this for both of them. Oh and to top it off, my son's friend told her mom that Carson was giving her looks several times throughout the day today and when she asked what kind she said "side eye" looks. NOT COOL. My son also said she was kind of mean to him but wondering why they were even in close proximity when Michael said they'd absolutely be separated and would not see each other? Validates we both made the right choice by pulling them both out. He offered a refund but I'm still pissed about the situation.

We sent both our boys here, one pre Covid and one post Covid. Both times we found a supportive…read morecommunity of caring parents, staff and teachers who share values of generosity, respect for children's development, the importance of civic responsibility, and the value of learning through independent and collaborative play. They were also both very well prepared for kinder when the time came! Any family that I've recommended the school to has raved about their experience and many have said they wished they'd found it sooner for their child or older children. The outdoor spaces are extensive, and the addition of music, dance, STEM, and art classes are great additions to kids' days.

Our family moved to Burbank from the East Coast and were in search of a playbased pre-school for my…read moreson.  We had loved our old pre-school and did not believe we could find a new school that was as loving and enriching as our old one.  Boy were we wrong! BTEE turned out to be a magical place where my son thrived. The school and teachers are warm and loving and the parent community is inviting and fun.  Not only did we find a new school, we found a whole new community and made friends for life. I could not recommend BTEE more.

Counselors not supervising kids very well before 9am. I was walking on the path near the building…read morethe camp uses and a kid ran up behind me swinging a hockey stick and nearly hit me in the face. (He'd been running around for a few minutes hitting a puck). Otherwise the kids seem fairly happy. My kid went there a few years ago. No pool at this location vs. Verdugo or McCambridge so kids need to ride a bus on pool days.

Inspire Martial Arts is the MECA of places to choose if your goal is to be a amazing confident…read moreperson. Highly Recommend for All Ages! ​Inspire Martial Arts in downtown Burbank is fantastic! From the moment my wife, son and I walked in, Donna was welcoming and positive. Master Winkle, Master Kati and the entire team are incredibly dedicated, focusing not just on physical techniques but also on character development, like discipline and confidence. ​They offer a huge range of classes for all ages, including my 13 yr old who is loving the core martial arts program. It is truly a supportive community, not just a martial arts studio. If you're looking for practical self-defense and a place to truly grow, this is it! We've been with them for almost 7 years now. We couldn't thank Master Winkle Master Kati, Chief Donna and Chief KJ and the entire staff for making one of the greatest differences in our lives!

Inspire Martial Arts has been a consistent, supportive, and important part of our lives for the…read morepast four years. My 13 year old daughter is testing for her Black Belt, which is an extraordinary accomplishment for her especially given that after only a four months at Inspire she was diagnosed with Type 1 Diabetes, an autoimmune disease that requires near constant monitoring. The team at Inspire is incredibly open to making accommodations for her, educating themselves about T1D, and always encouraging her to prioritize her health and to trust her body. My daughter has learned how to advocate for herself, communicate her needs, and most importantly she feels incredibly SAFE with her instructors and fellow students. We have watched her push through struggles with perfectionism and anxiety, embrace leadership roles, and gain confidence. The lessons my daughter has learned have carried through into all others of her life. I highly recommend Inspire, especially if you have a child that needs a bit more attention.

We sent our son to the Spanish Summer Camp at their new location in Burbank and he learned so much!…read moreHe came home singing songs in Spanish to himself and talking to himself in Spanish. After 4 short weeks, the next time he met with his Spanish speaking tutor/babysitter, he was speaking so much more! He has always had good comprehension but hesitated speaking, but now no more! Thank you Cultural Bytes for this great program that you offer!

We're so sad that the Saturday Spring 2026 camp is over--and we're really hoping they offer a fall…read moresession! My 7-year-old is in a dual-language first grade class and has had some exposure to Spanish, but Cultural Bytes truly sparked his interest in wanting to learn more. My son has Autism Level 1 and does need some support, so at first I wasn't sure how it would go. We decided to try just one class, and after that very first day, he was already asking to go back. That says everything. We've loved it so much that we enrolled him for the entire summer program. While he's sad that the Saturday class has ended, he's excited to return in the summer. Señora Jackie is wonderful with the children, and the rest of the teachers are just as amazing. I especially appreciate that they fully immerse the kids by speaking only Spanish--it really makes a difference. Highly recommend!

I can't say enough how happy my daughter is at Vernon Lee!…read moreNew coaches Frank and Isaiah are skilled at the highest level, patient and great with kids. My daughter is becoming a stronger athlete every practice and looking forward to her new competitive season!

We've had a very positive experience with Coach Claudia's tumbling class. She is a wonderful coach,…read moreand my daughter is actually learning and improving. Claudia pays attention, corrects technique, and provides real instruction rather than simply supervising the class. I really appreciate having a coach who is engaged and focused on helping the girls develop their skills. Parking has also always been easy when we come, which is a huge plus! The one thing keeping me from giving Vernon Lee five stars is the significant lack of cleanliness and general maintenance of the facility. The space really needs a thorough deep cleaning, fresh paint, and some basic upkeep. It honestly seems like a relatively modest investment could make a dramatic difference and create a much nicer environment for both the girls and the coaches who spend so much time here. We're happy with the actual gymnastics instruction, especially Coach Claudia, and I would gladly change this to a five-star review if the facility receives the cleaning and attention it needs.