Ms Carole helped my boys make more progress in 2 weeks than in months of lessons from a different…read moreprogram! My oldest (13) was extremely fearful in the water and yet she got him swimming the front crawl in 2 weeks! She is patient yet expects kids to work hard and not give up--a wonderful combo that works miracles! Highly recommend spending a few weeks with Ms Carole if you want actual progress!

We've tried so many group swim classes over the years at various rec centers, and nothing really…read morestuck--until we found Ms. Carol. In just five consecutive days, my kids made more progress than they've made in years! My son went from plugging his nose just to go underwater to gliding confidently and even jumping off the diving board -- no floaties and no nose plugging! My daughter Olivia mastered gliding and incorporated arms for the freestyle. It was amazing to watch. Ms. Carol is incredibly encouraging and skilled. She teaches out of her own heated pool, and her approach is direct and effective. She's the best swim teacher around. If you want real progress and a positive experience for your child, give her one two-week session -- they will swim! This was a summer bucket list win!

I want to be fair in saying that REAL Academy of Art Colorado was very clear that this is a…read moretraditional master-style art school. That was explained before I enrolled, and I take responsibility for not fully understanding what that style of instruction would actually mean in practice. I paid for a full semester of 12 sessions, and because of their schedule I had to complete them over four weeks, attending three days a week. I was driving a significant distance each time, so I was investing a lot of time, money, and energy into the program. What I found was that a large portion of the experience consisted of standing at an easel and drawing for very long periods with relatively little hands on instruction. I understand that sustained drawing is part of traditional atelier training, but personally, I could do that at home. I was paying for instruction, critique, demonstrations, and clear guidance, and I did not feel that I received enough of that to justify the cost. One thing that especially bothers me in hindsight is the lack of guidance around basic studio tools. They had mahl sticks available, but I was never instructed to use one. I was struggling significantly with fatigue in my arm and hand from holding my arm up and trying to draw straight lines for 3 hours at a time. I had also specifically explained that I had health issues that made prolonged arm positioning difficult. As I have continued studying art, I have learned how useful a mahl stick can be for exactly this kind of problem. Knowing now that such a simple tool could have reduced a substantial amount of the fatigue I was experiencing makes me very frustrated that nobody thought to suggest it, especially when the tools were right there. My experience with the instructors also varied. Ali was very disappointing for me. When I tried to express that I was unhappy with the amount of instruction I was receiving, I often felt that the conversation turned into long explanations rather than practical help or a concrete change in what I was being given. James was different. When I told him I was frustrated, he did listen and would try to give me something specific to work on. I appreciated that effort and want to acknowledge it. To be more specific about what I actually did during my time there, much of the work consisted of straight line blocking. They would draw simple shapes, star like forms, and I would the break them down into straight lines, working from the largest lines to progressively smaller ones. I later learned that this exercise had a name, but that was never really explained to me at the time; I was essentially just told what to copy and how to proceed. We also copied Bargue plates, again using straight line blocking. In my experience, there was very little actual instruction or critique during this process. Ali specifically told me that he did not believe in giving traditional feedback and instead preferred to tell students that they had done better than they had the day before. That may work for some people, but for me it made it extremely difficult to understand what I was doing incorrectly, why it was incorrect, or what specifically I needed to change in order to improve. I also found it frustrating that even while I was attending three days a week and clearly expressing dissatisfaction with the experience I was already having, I was pressure to purchase additional classes and and told i needed to spend even more time there. That did not sit well with me. Another thing prospective students should know is that many of the additional activities, painting workshops, and other offerings are not included in the regular tuition. They are separate and can be quite expensive, so the total cost of participating in everything the school offers can add up quickly. I also heard other students express similar frustrations about wanting more instruction, so I do not think I was alone in feeling this way. I do not think REAL Academy is necessarily a bad fit for everyone. If you specifically want a very traditional atelier environment where you spend long stretches of time independently drawing and observing, with relatively limited hands-on teaching, you may enjoy it. But if you are looking for an instructor who is actively teaching throughout class, demonstrating techniques, introducing tools and methods that make the work easier or more effective, giving frequent practical feedback, and helping you progress through varied exercises, I would strongly recommend asking very detailed questions before enrolling. I wish I had understood all of this before paying for a semester and making the drive several times a week. I hope this review saves someone else some time and money if this is not the type of art education they are looking for.

if you have been thinking about taking art classes or want to improve your skills as a professional…read moreartist I cannot recommend RAAC enough! You will learn how to draw and paint (and sculpture) like the old masters! This is an Arc-Renewal accredited school which is the highest accreditation for realism. Living Master Ali is an amazing teacher! You can go PT, eve, weekend or FT and best of all you go at your own pace. I'm so blessed to have found RAAC!!

I had not explored the spiritual part of my life. Raised in a wonderful family, but without much…read morereligious connection. I was hesitant when I attended an introductory meeting but have been a constant participant ever since that day...several years. The classes explore who we are, why we are, how we view the spiritual and the everyday...and so much more. The classes offer a platform for ideas and opinions; open discussions with direction but without criticism. These meetings explore our place in the world and help to develop insight into ourselves and others.

I recently took the first level of classes with Melanie G as my teacher. The classes were really…read moreinteresting and they challenged me in a way that I welcomed. The interaction with the other students was very enriching and supportive. I learned a completely new way to think about things in the world, it was very eye-opening. I look forward to exploring more classes and I like that the organization offers short courses as well as longer ones, with a variety of interesting scholars. My evolution has begun!

I had the chance to observe one of Kasha's acting classes for 5-8 year olds and was really…read moreimpressed by how she created such a fun and creative space for the kids. She didn't hold them to strict rules and let them move and dance if they wanted to. But they also got some really good work done on both a one-on-one and group basis. You can tell how comfortable she is with kids and the kids obviously love working with her.

I would recommend GMP Acting Classes to anyone looking to sharpen their Acting Skills! Kasha…read moreFauscett is a accomplished Actress and Acting Couch! I enjoyed my classes with her so much, I couldn't wait for the next one! I can contribute my success as an Actor and Professional Santa Claus Performer to her Couching style. Please visit her Classes and you will see what I'm talking about!

"DO NOT GO WITH MTI SERVICES CORPORATION" You can find a better program and cheaper somewhere else…read more This company is practicing false advertising by offering on their website a 20h courses which is not approved by NMLS and then charging you the difference after. I had a very bad experience with this company. when you call, they is no one to answer your phone. Do not registrar for that class on their website : (http://www.mtiproed.com/subtype_classes.aspx?st=69723) It is a "fake" class that will not count as your 20h required by NMLS. Once you will complete that class and you will call the company to make sure they credit your account on NMLS, you will be surprise to find out that the class does not count and they will tell you your only option will be to pay the difference for the actual class that count for your NMLS License. This class is the same as the actual class. It is just a duplicate and they are offering it for $179 so they can lower you to buy it and then find out it doesn't count when it is too late so all you will have to do is pay for the same exact class that is actually approved by NMLS and priced at $329 (trust me, i took both classes, and they are identical, twin sisters). It is a deceptive practice and I'm in the process of filling a complaint with the Better Business Bureau and the NMLS. Before you decide to use theirs services, make sure you are paying for the correct 20H course approved by NMLS . and also the 20H classes they are offering do not include the 2H required Colorado courses. They will charge you an additional price for those 2h, when you can find some other providers that are offering a 20h classes which include the 2h. In my case, I ended up spending about $450 ($350 for a 20h courses and $69 for an extra 2h Colorado content) when I could have spent only $209 from another provider including everything. You can check it for yourself, this website is approved by NMLS and is offering the same course: https://www.ameritrain.com/fe_category.php?type=prelicense&state=colorado If you want the same class for a very lower price, i recommend checking another option than MTI. Feel free to send me a message inbox if you have any questions. I will be glad to answer them for you.

From the owner: MTI Services Corporation is a nationally approved educational institute, specializing in mortgage…read moreprofessional licensing. MTI offers licensing and career development courses through traditional classroom offerings, as well as, cutting-edge and industry-leading online education. MTI prides itself on high-quality education and unmatched customer service and ongoing career support.

We love Goldfish and especially this location. For us, Goldfish is THE place for learning to swim…read more Our oldest attended the first Goldfish when it opened in Michigan and swam there for years. It set her up for success on a competitive swim team and instilled a love of swimming and personal perseverance. Now, after moving to CO and coming out of the pandemic, we looked into the nearest Goldfish for our other kiddos and they are loving their swim lessons and instructors! We tried a local recreation center because it was cheaper and it just wasn't working- the instructors didn't seem to care and really didn't have a great plan. Our daughter didn't learn a thing and even regressed a bit on some skills. Within just a few months back at Goldfish and she's doing so well! She's regained all lost skill and learned a few new things. We are very happy we brought them back to Goldfish!

My 6-year-old son took two weeks of jump-start lessons and Goldfish Swim School this summer, and I…read moream *incredibly* impressed! Not only did he gain confidence and skills in swimming, but the entire facility was extraordinary. His teacher, Maya, was kind, patient and communicative; the space has great changing rooms and facilities; the team evaluates the children's progress and sends regular emails; and they celebrate the achievements as the children progress in a way that keeps them engaged and excited. I highly recommend this space in Centennial, and am so glad we found this swim school.

This place is unacceptable. Not this specific location, but the South Denver office at 1934 W…read more Mississippi. I scheduled a driver's test, took time off work, and rearranged my entire morning because of their strict--and honestly unforgiving--policies: If I cancel less than 18 hours before my appointment, I forfeit $55 of the $98. If I arrive more than five minutes late, I also lose $55 of the $98 and the appointment is canceled. So I made sure to arrive early--well before my 9:15 AM appointment--to avoid any chance of being penalized. At 8:56 AM, less than 30 minutes before my scheduled test, while I was already inside the office, my phone rang. "Is this De'Anna? Has anyone called you?" I said, "No, I'm standing in the office right now." She casually replied, "Well, we're going to have to reschedule you." Let me emphasize this: they canceled on me with barely any notice, yet if I had canceled with that kind of notice--or arrived just a few minutes late--I'd be charged and lose most of my payment. The double standard is absolutely unacceptable. The explanation I received was that I could "drive up to Westminster" because "the routes were closed." If the routes were closed for them, why wouldn't they be closed for me? The whole situation felt dismissive and completely unprofessional. I told her that since they were canceling, I wanted a full refund, not credit. She repeatedly tried to pressure me into accepting a "credit on my account" and coming back another day. Absolutely not. I rearranged my work schedule for this appointment specifically to follow their rules--why should I be inconvenienced for their cancellation? She eventually agreed--reluctantly--and said it would take 7-10 business days to process. I even called later, and a woman named Vanessa assured me I'd receive a full refund. This morning, I checked their website and saw an account balance of $98. They credited my account instead of issuing the refund they promised. Why would I want credit with a business I will never return to--especially when I've already gone elsewhere and completed the test? This entire experience has been unprofessional, frustrating, and completely avoidable. I'll be contacting my financial institution immediately. I strongly recommend going anywhere else for your driving test.

I scheduled a drive test at south Denver American Driving Academy for 8:15, while I was waiting…read moreat8:00 I got message my appointment was in Aurora not Oneida which I signed up for. I feel cheated because of false information and my appointment was canceled along with $92.13 out of my pocket! The location I paid for was on Oneida and no one was there at 8:15