Stopped at the Charlotte Chess Center before an upcoming tournament and was very impressed. The…read morefacility is clean, modern, well air conditioned and family friendly. The center features two large class rooms devoted entirely to chess, and a lobby area with an additional practice/skittles 10 boards, and parent waiting area. They have a large communal library where members can borrow books to research a particular opening or tactic. The staff are friendly and knowledgeable. Peter, the owner patiently talks students through game analysis and makes sure to answer every students questions. They offer a discount for visitors, and members have access to free open play, weekly rated games, and access to periodic guest lectures. There is ample parking available.

The best chess center in North Carolina ,with great programs ,great coaches and it's have been…read moreknown for their achievements.

Great play-based preschool. The staff is wonderful and really cares about the students. I wished I…read morelived in Charlotte when my son was a toddler so I could send him there.

Peace Preschool is hands-down the best kept secret in South Charlotte. We started at a different…read more(large) preschool for my older child and enrolled our younger son at Peace as a 2yo for a smaller, more nurturing environment with every intention of moving him to the large preschool the following school year. Within weeks we realized what a gem of a place Peace is and moved our older child. The teachers are top-notch. From the young 2s to TK (we've done them all!) there is a perfect blend of play and academics. Both of our children have segued easily from Peace elementary school and were well prepared emotionally, socially, and academically. The class sizes are small and the focus is continually on what each individual child needs. They are greeted warmly, by name, from the car line each morning and look forward to school each day. We couldn't be happier with our decision to send our kids to Peace!

Brian, Joy and Amanda present a really thorough but easy to digest class for people new to…read morephotography. Topics included proper settings for aperture, shutter speed, ISO, and many other settings that impact saturation and exposure in photos. The four hours passed quickly and it was just the right amount of time to spend on an intro course. I look forward to joining more of their sessions. Thank you!

There are so many classes offered by Brian you can definitely find one for you. I took the Bootcamp…read moreclass which is the signature class. It's amazing how much I learned in just 4 hours. The instructors helped all of us with our individual cameras as well as giving us the basics of good photography. Whether you have a Nikon or Canon, they knew the cameras. I highly recommend the classes and will be taking more.

After a rocky start with scheduling and inconsistent instruction, Bryce (Assistant Manager) and…read moreSebastian (swim instructor) completely turned our experience around at Big Blue Swim. Bryce was professional, attentive, and made sure our concerns were addressed. Sebastian was patient, engaging, and provided structured, effective instruction--we finally saw our son learning and gaining confidence in the water. We truly appreciate their effort in making things right and creating a positive experience for our family.

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.

We are so happy we found Francis Music Studio and Ms. Linda! Our daughter was new to Piano a year…read moreago and has learned so much and she really enjoys it! Ms. Linda makes the lessons fun and stress-free. She really adapts her teaching style to the individual student and is quick to evaluate learning styles and picks songs for the children to learn that keep them interested and excited to learn. The cost of lessons is very reasonable and Ms. Linda is very flexible and fair with scheduling. We highly recommend Francis Music Studio and Ms. Linda!

From the owner: Piano Lessons - Online Lessons during COVID-19: I offer…read morecompetitive pricing for quality instruction in all aspects of learning the piano. This includes correct piano technique and learning to read sheet music while exploring a variety of musical styles. I "follow the child" (as quoted by Maria Montessori). This means music lessons are based on the pace and personality of each student. Mulitple performance opportunities available!

Very friendly instructors and staff. Accommodative. James, Alex, and all the other coordinators are…read moregreat to work with. My kids had no prior swimming experience, and they loved it. The only negative thing about this particular place is it is shared. It is inside the LA Fitness.

From the owner: British Swim School offers year-round swim lessons and water safety lessons for infants, kids, and…read moreadults, with learn to swim programs starting as early as 3 months. Located inside LA Fitness - Ballantyne, we welcome both gym members and non-members to enjoy a convenient, indoor setting where swimmers build real water safety skills through our gentle, survival-first teaching approach. For more than 45 years, families have trusted our proven curriculum, small group swim lessons, and supportive instructors to help swimmers grow in confidence at every age and ability level. Private swim lessons are available at select locations. Start building lifelong water confidence today.

Philip's is the best place for our daughter to learn, be safe and make friends. The curriculum is…read morein line with her abilities and she is seen as an individual, not a disability.

From the owner: We are a community of learning unlike any other in Charlotte. Designed specifically to meet the…read morespecial needs of students requiring a life-centered approach to education, our school offers a unique combination of remediation, practical instruction and community-based application. Our mission is to provide our students with the academic, occupational and social skills needed to be self-reliant, confident and contributing members of their communities.