Great experience for Girl Scouts!!! We've been there a few times throughout the years! We love…read moreranger john!! He's so nice and helpful! We loved the yurts and cabins! Also... definitely do the obstacle course! Best time ever!!

If you remember watching "The Parent Trap" as a kid and thinking that's the kind of camp you want…read moreto go to, then Mah-Kah-Wee is for you. It is a rustic, outdoorsy camp, no cell phones allowed here! Camp Mah-Kah-Wee is a Girl Scout camp. They offer programs throughout they year for girls and have overnight camps during the summer. I have been to Mah-Kah-Wee many times over the years with my daughters, and I really appreciate that we have a facility like this so close to home. The camp surrounds a lake so there are many water activities like canoeing and kayaking available during the summer. There is also a swimming pool. They offer all of the standard camp activities like archery and crafts and they also have an obstacle course. My kids love this place. During the summer the week-long camps are themed so you can find something to match your child's interests. As for the facilities, the best place to stay is in the cabins. They have air conditioning! In Florida you NEED air conditioning in the summer. I've also chaperoned overnights in the tents, which aren't so bad, and a building they call the Eco Center, which is a bit more like a enclosed porch... no AC there. Overall, it's a great place. I highly recommend it. The prices for overnight camp are very good and the kids have a great time.

My 5yr older daughter attended SportsTyme last year for the 1st month of summer on her own without…read moreknowing whether or not any of her friends would be going. Was a bit hesitant on how well she would do as she isn't really the 'sporty' type either. SportsTyme does an AMAZING job keeping the kids busy. She got to play new sports that she normally wouldn't have done on her own choosing, which really got her out of her shell. Scott was great! Enjoyed my trivia every morning coming in. Looking forward to 2019 camp!

From the owner: SportsTyme’s DeLand camp at DeLand Middle School offers a summer experience that prioritizes safety…read morewhile keeping fun at the center of each day. Built on a program refined over more than twenty years, campers ages 5–12 are encouraged to explore new sports and activities in a relaxed, confidence-building environment. Join us in DeLand this summer to help your child stay active, make friends, and build character all season long.

All the coaches are passionate about seeing their students succeed. Very friendly atmosphere. My…read morekids attend classes 4 days a week and are learning a lot. Each class I see progression. Coach Dave and Coach Melissa are wonderful instructors and leaders.

You will find this review elsewhere, as it's the best I can come up with and I will be displaying…read moreit everywhere I can because it's how I like to show my appreciation. Darkwolf MMA: A World-Class Experience Darkwolf MMA is more than deserving of a five-star rating. Disregard any negative comments you might see; they likely come from individuals unfamiliar with the inner workings of MMA gyms. FYI, I'm just a proud father of a 13 year old son that you can meet when you come to the gym. My name's Christopher "Chris" Lee and just started bringing my son to Darkwolf January 2 of this year. Championship Excellence: At every Jiu Jitsu youth tournament I've witnessed, someone from Darkwolf has always emerged victorious in their weight class. Impressively, my son, a newcomer and new to the sport, clinched second place in the past two tournaments--a remarkable achievement! Even if they didn't place, it wouldn't indicate bad training if you knew anything about how MMA or Jiu Jitsu works. Beyond Training: Becoming a world-class fighter is a complex journey that goes beyond training. The trainers at Darkwolf are exceptional, offering expertise that encompasses the psychological, disciplinary, and nuanced aspects of MMA. Fun and Skill: The fusion of rigorous skill-building and a lively, engaging environment is truly special. Witnessing the children's joy during training sessions is a reflection of the gym's commitment to nurturing every aspect of their growth. The varied skill levels among the children are a delight to observe, showcasing that the journey to mastery is as much about personal dedication as it is about quality training. World-Class Potential: The potential for producing a world-class fighter at Darkwolf MMA is undeniable, given their excellent training regimen. It's hard to imagine how they could improve. If they never produce a world class fighter (a rare feat), it has nothing to do with their lack of ability to train a world class fighter and more about the dedication of the fighter themselves. Thank you, Darkwolf MMA, for your outstanding contribution to the martial arts community! Celebrating the Lohsen Family's Martial Arts Mastery David Lohsen: The At-Home Training Expert/Professor. He extends his martial arts expertise through instructional YouTube videos. These tutorials are invaluable for those practicing at home, ensuring that your training remains on point even away from the gym. Melissa Lohsen: A Champion of self-defense, or Warrior, as endearingly called by some. She is a standout instructor at Darkwolf. Not only does she excel in connecting with children, but she also offers valuable self-defense techniques through her YouTube videos, empowering women and girls with the skills to protect themselves. Even disabled males like me can learn from this, lol. Christian Lohsen: An instructor and a star at Darkwolf MMA whose fights can be found on YouTube. Those videos display an impressive array of skills, from precise strikes to fluid grappling techniques. Together, the Lohsen family exemplifies the spirit of Darkwolf MMA, blending passion, skill, and a sense of community. Whether you're watching Christian's fights, Melissa's self-defense videos, or following David's detailed tutorials, the essence of Darkwolf MMA is always present. A round of applause for David, Melissa, and Christian Lohsen for their significant contributions to martial arts, both in and out of the gym!

My son attends City Church Academy. The teachers were great and the facilities were spacious and…read moreclean. I would recommend this school for anyone in the Sanford area.

The school appears well kept and the staff I met were front desk associate Ashly Batten and the…read morePreschool Coordinator Heidy Brindle. Ashly was very prompt and friendly coordinating the initial tour. I met with herself followed by Heidy at the very end of the tour to discuss the curriculum. Regarding next steps, the assessment and interview, they both advised they were busy as they had some unforeseen circumstances occurring with staff, and to please give them a minimum of 24-48 hours to reach out with a link. Well after 72 hours had passed I emailed Ashly and she never responded. I called the office, and Ashly advised she hasn't had time to speak with Heidy, and once she does she will respond accordingly. Note, she had an annoyed tone different from her initial friendly demeanor when scheduling everything from the beginning. I proceeded to email Heidy as well, exactly a week from the date of the tour with no response from her or Ashly. It's been well over a week and neither Ashly or Heidy attempted to respond to follow through with the admission process. I'm surprised by the unbecoming approach in them deciding not to be candid if they did not want me to proceed with the admission's process. I'm happy at the least to encounter their unprofessional behavior before having a child enrolled here. It's best to look elsewhere if good communication and some sense of professionalism is something you'd hope for at the bare minimum. I am positive this isn't the rapport their leadership is wanting to establish and build with the community.

Drive by and saw this art studio and was super intrigued. Decided to reach out and worked the Keara…read morethe owner to plan my sons 7th birthday. So we were able to bring our own food and beverages in and Keara had everything ready and welcoming. My son and his friends all had such a great time and there was lots of belly laughs and kids just having fun. I loved how the kids were able to be creative yet structured. Certainly one of the best places to host a birthday party. Looking forward to bringing my son for the open art studio.

From the owner: Kaiwa is an Art, Sewing, & Invention studio for children in DeBary, FL with Summer Camps, Classes,…read moreBirthday Parties, Workshops, & More!

My son loves this camp! This year will be the 3rd year he attends. He went since he was 4 and this…read morewas one of the only camps that allowed this. They have a bunch of fun activities for the kids, kona shaved ice cream days, pizza days, water days, they watch movies when its too hot out. He loves it and has made very good friends there too. Cant wait to see what this next year will bring. Thanks guys!

My kids have been going to SportsTyme for the past 4 years and we are continued to be amazed every…read moreyear. Their staff is kind and patient with the kids as well as they know how to have fun with them. They offer so many different activities and also a water day to help keep cool during summer. I never worry about my kids when they are at SportsTyme, because I know they will have a great time while experiencing different sports and activities, and be safe at the same time. In addition to this, SportsTyme has been a school Business Partner of Keeth Elementary for years and now Indian Trails Middle School. The owner believes in supporting the community and schools in the area and giving back, and that's the kind of business I want to support! :-)

My daughter started here in August of 2019 when we moved to the area. She began in the 2 year old…read moreroom and absolutely loved it since the first day! She originally had 2 teachers who we loved, about a month after they both left but the next 2 teachers who started in the room are awesome as well! We worried about the transition to new teachers but it was flawless. I love that we can see her on the camera and we get updates throughout the day also. I know exactly what she eats, when she naps, what activities she does and they even post pictures. We are always well informed of everything that happens which is so great. Her teachers Ms Alexis and Ms Cindy are so great and it shows how much they enjoy being with the children and helping them learn. Our daughter is blossoming in their care.

We have been attending school at this location since my son was 2 years old; back then it was ran…read moreby Creative Inspiration Journey School then AEA bought the location in fall of 2018. The transition was painful since the school decided to undergo remodel without closing, it was basically a construction site for a few weeks. We took vacation time and was promised everything will be done by the time we get back so we did not pull him out. The director Ms. Vanessa and Ms. Lindsey that remained from the CIJS management team were also a big reason in our decision of staying. My son has speech and language delay and can get really upset with changes, therefore we stuck through hoping this way he wouldn't need to adjust to a new school and leave the people that he had become close to. We did like the curriculum of AEA but started to notice a big turn over rate of the teachers when he was in the 3 year old classroom, there is a few times we were not even able to learn the teacher's name before she is no longer with AEA. During that time Ms. Vanessa also left but the transitional director Ms Domi was amazingly organized, attentive and reliable, whenever we encountered an issue she was able to communicate and actively providing a solution to resolve the problem. We also started attending both AEA and Longwood Elementary's speech and language program and Ms. Domi was able to work with us through some potty training issue we had due to transitioning between the classrooms. She stepped down to be assistant director after AEA found a new director Ms. Jennifer in spring of 2019. Later on of the year while he is in the 4 year old VPK classroom the amount of students become so large that they have to split it into two but everyone still share the same classroom just with a divider in the middle which doesn't stop the noises from affecting each side. I understand they want to maximize the space but shouldn't the quality of the learning environment for their students and teachers be prioritized? As a parent I believe keeping an open communication with my son's school is the key to assist him in his education journey so I had numerous conversations with his teachers from both AEA and Longwood Elementary school. Unfortunately even though both schools are willing to inform me of my son's area of improvement, only Longwood Elementary was able to provide constructive feedbacks with helpful suggestions so that I can also be on the same page with him at home. ======= I have written the above review back in March of 2020 shortly before we pulled him out of AEA, I sit on my thoughts for almost half a year now to give myself time to process and view the situation objectively. I finally decided to post my review as of today, September 13 2020. In the end we had parent teacher conference almost weekly but were told the same thing each time; basically just that the school/teacher doesn't know how to work with my child's need so instead of redirecting and guiding him to be on task they just let him do what he wants to avoid tantrums. I know he still had some great time and made some good friends at AEA, but unfortunately even without the outbreak of COVID-19 we would have pulled him out or probably be suggested to leave the school anyway which we felt was suggested during the conferences with the director. I understand each child/family's experience with a school is unique to themself, so I can only share what my family had experienced. AEA's teachers and staff are all very caring and loving although some might lack the experience or training in working with students with special needs. I hope by sharing my experience AEA can become an amazing school for every student that walks through their door.

It's true: I'm sometimes pretty ignorant. I hadn't heard about Camp Challenge until the volunteer…read moreopp came up with the LM Kiwanis last week. Basically, they are a camping facility for special needs, kids from 6 to adults in their 70's. Camp gives them an opp to explore, try new things, break barriers... and it also gives care-takers a break. Facilities are fairly comprehensive even if I didn't get to see half of it (they have a pool and, get this, a zip-line!), nor did I look inside any of the cabins.I was there just to volunteer for their fund-raising walk, helping set up and then running one of their games once guests started arriving. It's only the second time they're doing it, but they have quite a few sponsors, and the event was quite well organized. I'm sure it will continue to grow so that more kids and adults will benefit from the wonderful service it provides. Me, I also like their color scheme!

Such a friendly and welcoming environment! I've been looking for a good mma gym and when I come to…read moretrain I feel like they really take the time to show each move so it's done correctly with no judgment. I also noticed they have people with different belts so I'm always learning a lot from all levels. Plus, I have a 4 year old son and he loves Coach Bam Bam and Coach Joey! When ever kids are there they have a spot for them to play games and/or watch movies so it actually allows mom or dad to train. Plus they have classes for them too. Very kid friendly!

Great environment to learn Brazilian Jujitsu and more. They have multiple classes, for kids and…read moreadults. Classes include, bootcamp, kickboxing, MMA, Jujitsu both GI and no GI, women's self defence and more.