This review is long overdue! Metro Skate Camp is brilliant!!! The facility and instructors are…read moreall fantastic! The natural setting is just beautiful and so fun! My son focuses on Street and loved his time there - he learned and was challenged physically and technically and I loved that when I'd pick him up at the end of the day, I'd find him so happy and at ease to be communing with the animals that he was eager to show and tell me about:). Metro is really lovely and awesome all around - we highly recommend!!

Skater son says. It's just the best. We love how you can feed animals and skate. Worth the trip.read more

My family members have been enrolled for the last year in choir , piano, and drums. All outstanding…read moreexperiences for children and adults. The train up to recitals and concerts is a great program that helps build up students' confidence. The current Holiday choir is another example of them programming into the community and bringing families closer together through music. Definitely recommend also for adults who lost their way on an instrument , great place to learn and pick it back up!

The best school in the area! My daughter has taken singing lessons here for quite a while, and…read moreshe's had the opportunity to perform at several festivals with the rock band... what an amazing way to grow in music!

Our daughter has been going to the after-school art program at Artist Center for many months now…read moreand she loves it. Monica is a great teacher who really knows her stuff. She has over 25 years of experience and has even worked with studios like Disney and Warner Brothers. Our daughter has picked up so many new drawing techniques and her skills have really improved. It's right on Castro Valley Blvd so it's super easy to get to. Definitely recommend for any kids who want to get better at drawing!

Me and my future wife had an amazing time at the paint and sip! Monica was interactive, she made…read morethe entire process fun and was patient with us while helping us perfect these paintings! This was a 10/10 experience and we will be back again!

Our son has continuously trained for +3 years here at Alere Jiu Jitsu Academy( new name, same…read moreteam). He looks forward to training and it has become his favorite extra curricular activity. He has fun. Coach Chris, Jorge, and team have a created a captivating learning environment and community where discipline, respect, and confidence are foundational virtues to compliment the knowledge of Brazilian Jiu Jitsu . Our son has made many friends and built relationship , but most importantly, has been learning everyday life skills that will carry on into his adult hood.

Jitsu Has Truly Transformed My Daughter's Confidence…read more Choosing Jitsu for my daughter was intentional. I wanted her to learn how to protect herself -- and if needed, to protect her little sister and her friends. I wanted her to grow up knowing she was strong, aware, and capable. What I didn't realize was how much more this journey would give her. When she first joined, she was shy and uncertain, but everything changed once she stepped onto the mat and into a community that believed in her. Having her best friend there made the experience even more special. They pushed each other, laughed through tough drills, and grew side by side in ways only true teammates can. Now it's been two years and counting, and she's still not sick of it -- not even close. If anything, she loves it more than when she started. That alone tells you they're doing something completely right. One of the biggest takeaways she's held onto is: "Never cry on the mat." And she takes it very literally -- but honestly, it's not a bad thing. For her, it means fight harder, stay focused, and don't give up. We get it... but let's be real, moms are absolutely allowed to cry on the sidelines. As a mom, it still scares me watching her train and compete -- that feeling never truly goes away. But her confidence has grown so strong that she's now the one asking me to sign her up for competitions. Seeing her walk onto the mat with purpose and pride is something I never imagined two years ago. I have to give so much credit to Jorge, Coach Chris, and Coach Brandon. They prepare her for every competition with patience, discipline, and unwavering belief in her. They've helped shape her into a girl who isn't afraid to push herself, challenge herself, and trust her own strength. Because of them, my heart is at ease a little more each time she competes. Jitsu didn't just teach her self-defense -- it opened a whole new world inside her. One filled with courage, growth, friendship, and confidence. Watching her transform has been one of the greatest gifts, and for that, I am endlessly grateful.

We love this place so much! My child attending Taekwondo…read morelessons for the last 4 years! Thank you very much!! You are the best, guys!!

The instructors are patient, encouraging, and truly great with children of all ages. They do a…read morewonderful job balancing discipline with fun, helping kids build confidence, focus, and respect while staying active. The classes are well-structured, engaging, and safe, and it's been great to see our child's skills and self-confidence grow each week. Highly recommend this program to any parent looking for a positive and supportive martial arts environment for their kids!

My daughter's drawing class has been going on for 8 weeks, and she has completed 8 pieces of…read moreartwork under the careful guidance. Although her lineworks are not very mature and the colors are not very neat, these imperfections add up to a very unique style. Mindart's teachers are very creative in choosing the theme every time. Every time my daughter finishes a piece of artwork, I cannot believe this is something made by her!

I've been compelled to write this review for a while-- my daughter has been with iBest since…read morebeginning of this school year and I only have great things to say! My daughter has been learning progressively through iBest's curriculum and enrichment courses and I truly think that her public school education alone would not get her to where she is now. She often recites or sings what she learned here, which goes to show how much she enjoys the learning process. I always feel confident knowing that her after school teachers are helping her learn beyond her school curriculum and setting her up for academic success. I'm often busy to check her homework but when I do, I'm amazed at how much she has learned within a few weeks. In addition to their academic program, I really appreciate the staff's genuine care. Jessica, Annie, Yiping, and Lan-- they are all great and superb with their communication in-person, via email, or phone. I can feel that they prioritize the safety and well-being of my child, for example, by calling me to double confirm if someone picked her up from school when they heard from their driver that I had texted for no pick-up that day. Also, I'm not sure how they keep up with the details but they somehow manage to remember what she brought to school that day (stuffed doll, what type of outerwear - jacket/cardigan, her water bottle, etc). They also check to make sure my kid finished her packed lunch at school; if not they help heat it up for her to finish. Lastly, I'm sure working parents would be thrilled to know that iBest has been really great about opening and offering childcare on days that public schools (randomly) close. They are open pretty much all year with the exception of major holidays. This is our first year of public school and I've heard from other working parents about the complexity of finding multiple weekly summer programs- but I'm so grateful that iBest provides all of this. It brings every parent a peace of mind!

My daughter has been with iBest for more than one year since Transitional Kindergarten. It was…read moretough for a little kid to transit from a preschooler to an elementary student, and to stay in the school until almost 6pm for parents' pickup. IBest made it a smooth transition for my daughter. They offer plenty of activities and books. Small classes bring a lot attention to each student. They teach advanced stuff outside the public school curriculum. Specially designed Chinese class and math class are included in the tuition. I get to meet the teacher whenever request and communicate about my child's performance. The staff also watch the little kids closely to make sure they finish their lunch and drink plenty of water, which is a big release for me. We fully trust the teachers and staff there to take care our kid. The only problem is, my daughter doesn't want to go home when I pick her up :)

This place doesn't know how to treat kids properly.They call police on a 5 year old kid saying he…read morehas some toy gun at home. They didn't even notice parents first! Terrible management. They outsource kids pickup service, some drivers are rude to kids, and refuse parent provided age proper safety carseat.

I'm so thankful for BBLC. I stumbled upon them when my daughter was entering TK and was fortunate…read moreenough to get a spot in their TK class two weeks before school started! Fast forward to my daughter leaving in 7th grade. That's eight years she was with Bee Best! And my youngest is still there and grateful to have him in a safe and learning afterschool environment.

My review for kiddo spots continue! While in the area over the weekend for a holiday event, we…read morefinally had the opportunity to step into Play Ground in Castro Valley. We were thinking we would only inquire about pricing/find out what kind of indoor play equipment they had, but to our surprise, we ended up staying and having such a great time. They had super fun and appropriate kiddo music playing that I feel my husband and I were def jamming out to, and they walked us through the amenities for our kiddo's age range. Luckily everyone was wearing socks in our group :) For parents they have massage chairs (for a cost) that I took advantage of while my husband/kiddo played. What a concept! Mom gets a massage while the fam has fun too! Honestly, such a nice touch. We heard on Tuesday/Thursday they do half-off discounts during the day, and another parent mentioned that equals to about $8 or so. We already can't wait to come back, and have made a few fun picture-worthy memories. They have really cool equipment to explore and have a party room which is cool for future moments. They are also in great walking distance to yummy spots for food/treats across the street and next door. Street parking can be found.

Loved it, We went for a birthday party, lots of bathrooms,…read morecomfy massage chairs and safe, soft-play equipment. I enjoy that this indoor playground doesn't limit your time with entry fee like other places. They also half priced discount days and dance parties! My toddler and I will certainly be back!

This is a nice and simple play space for toddlers. It's contained and provides different options…read morefor play - pretend play with ice cream truck, kitchen, grill, rocket ship, diner, workshop to train and road play, and then various soft play space. As the first group on site, the space was clean and tidy. Not sure how busy this place could get but throughout our time here, there was a total of 5 kids which provided plenty of space to play.

DO NOT LET THE SKETCH LOCATION LEAD YOU ASTRAY! (And yes, it…read morehas to be in all caps... or is it "no cap"? Please don't come for my Millennial self ) The building is tucked behind the entrance of Hong Kong BBQ on Redwood Road, near where Southern Comfort is on Castro Valley Blvd. From the outside, it looks pretty run-down and sketchy. There's also no elevator, so you'll need to carry your little one up a flight of stairs. Keep this in mind if you're planning a party, especially if anyone in your group has ADA concerns. Entrance is $16 per child for a maximum of 2 hours, and honestly, two hours is more than enough. The space itself is small but perfect for little kids. It feels like they're exploring their own tiny town with all the pretend-play stations: an ice cream truck, spaceship, chef's kitchen, grocery store, laundromat, pet store/groomer, and pizza parlor. They do have a small reading area, but there are little to no books. The play area is padded, which is great for crawling children. I wasn't totally sure how often things are sanitized. There's a basket for toys that need extra cleaning, which made me wonder how frequently everything is actually wiped down if we're asked to set items aside ourselves. Party space is limited to the entrance/hardwood area. I was told the max is 20 adults and about 15 children, but I honestly can't imagine everyone fitting comfortably in that small space. Overall, it's a great spot for my kid to run around and get her wiggles out. She really enjoyed it and that's what matters most.