I absolutely love the service. I got here. I went to get my nails done last week and they were…read moresuper nice and the prices are very decent and fair. I would recommend trying to bring cash for tip, they really did an amazing job because I went to go to a pottery wheel throwing class for making/shaping clay and I was expecting for my nails to be destroyed but the quality of the nails was so good that everything was fine and I was just making sure to clean my nails well and not to put my hands directly in the clay so it went fine for me. I totally recommend this place 10 out of 10 experience , only thing I would say is it took a bit longer than expected, but it was totally fine and they made sure I was comfortable! I'm also thinking about going to this place for their barber class because of how good of an experience I got and how well they seemed to communicate with the students, they all seem to have a wonderful relationship with each other! Cleaned & washed my hands after the clay class I had and they still looked brand new/ had amazing quality.

My experience is always great if the instructor, Mr. Joe, is overseeing the cut. Scheduling is…read moreusually pretty easy. Students usually run on time.

I had my first facial ever with Leah and I'm honestly so impressed I was her model and she made…read morethe whole experience feel so comfortable and relaxing from start to finish. She kept me informed the entire time, explaining what she was doing and why, which made me learn so many new things about my skin. Her hands are amazing the massage was so soothing and you can tell she really cares about what she's doing. Everything felt super professional and calming. I left feeling refreshed, glowing, and just overall taken care of.

Had the most amazing chemical peel and facial with Priscilla. She is so sweet, gentle and very…read moreknowledgeable. Would definitely book with her again.

I use Groupon and/or go to cosmetology schools for hair services. It helps with my budget and gives…read morethe stylist hours needed for their certification. I have used: Vouge Baldwin Paul Mitchell Aveda I have had average to amazing services from each one. I tried a new one using Groupon called R & C Beauty School. The price of the Groupon was half of their regular fees which is higher than the above mentioned schools. The appearance of the school was clean and looked like a regular salon. I showed up and was greeted. One of the instructors showed me to a chair. We did our consultation and I showed her a picture of the color I would like to try. She explained that it wouldn't be possible, which made me feel good that she wasn't giving me false hope. She had 2 students start the color process. They were nice. They were communicating with each other and at one point went to ask the other instructor a question and he answered them. They were laughing as he was walking away. I thought it was a little rude because from what I could understand they were not being nice about the first instructor. The other issues I had were; one of the students dropped her comb that she was using reached down picked it up and continued to use it and the second was that when the student was starting to blow dry my hair she didn't use any heat protection before she began drying my hair. I understand that it isn't cheap to run a business. However, without Groupon the school would have been close or the same as some salons I've used. I am happy with my color, not the cut.

Very nice people, students were very knowledgeable and careful teacher was very nice. They make us…read morefeel great, we were taking a lunch brake and decided to get a haircut. We were surprised great service great cuts still can not believe they were students. thanks

I've been going to Salon Professional Academy for shampoos/haircuts/blowouts over the past 5 years…read moreor so. Students there provide many types of salon services beyond cutting and coloring hair, and the work is checked out by an instructor before you pay and leave. To be sure, over the years and depending on the student, the quality of work may vary... but this can happen at a regular salon as well. The student who most recently cut my hair is about to graduate (after about 7 months of training), and her overall skills are great. She's ready to be in a regular salon. If you have concerns about someone being new at their craft, you can always ask for a more experienced student like the one I had. The products used at this place are mostly Redken, but other quality products are available as well. If you're in the north Round Rock - Georgetown area and are looking for a relatively inexpensive service, give Salon Professional Academy a try.

I came here for the first time last week and got my haircut by Sadie and she did a great job and…read moretook her time! I loved the turnout! Came back here today to get a pedicure (by someone else - can't remember her name). It was awful. She literally told me she's into doing hair and not pedicures. Also said she lost her scrubber thing so didn't even use a foot file or anything on my feet?? That's the main thing I wanted when getting a pedicure. The water was barely even "warm". I had like 4 colors to choose from. And the polish was all over my skin ‍. She was a nice girl so I didn't complain to her about it but just kept thinking in the back of my head once the "educator" comes to check her work she will at least have her clean up the polish. But nope she said "looks good" and left. Oh, the girl who did my pedicure told me it was $15; I go to the counter to pay and this lady says it's $25? I still tipped her anyway.. so $30 wasted bc I had to go home and take the polish off and repaint myself. Would not recommend coming here for pedis.

Highly recommend for advanced aesthetic classes. Brandy was my laser instructor. She is…read moreprofessional, thorough, knowledgeable, engaging and kind. This laser class is an excellent hands on course. Models of very different Fitzpatricks were provided. So helpful!! -Other places in Austin quoted $300+more. I'm so glad I chose AWSI. Everyone I came in contact with was friendly and very helpful.

Abby is amazing! She truly understands sensitive skin and took the time to answer all of my…read morequestions thoroughly. She explained exactly what products/treatments would work best for me and why. On top of that, she gave me an incredibly relaxing facial. I left feeling refreshed, cared for, and so grateful for her expertise. Highly recommend!

A Negative Zero for this place! Unprofessional, and a very rude and arrogant "instructor". If you…read moredon't speak proper English or she feels like you're not understanding her at her capacity she gets frustrated and treats less than. Despicable experience. Save yourself the money and stress. Also zero support and help after she collects her money and hands you over the piece of paper that is supposed to enlighten your career.

Kaitlyn is super sweet. I came in for lash lift & brow lamination. However I agreed that my lashes…read morearen't the best candidate for a lift, so she tailored wispy lash extensions to what I was looking for. It's light, not heavy, not too long, not bulky. Love it. Kaitlyn is meticulous and absolutely loves what she does. Highly recommend!

I wanted to try out some kind of lash treatment, so I booked an appointment here for this…read moreafternoon! The website was user friendly and scheduling an appointment was super easy. This was my first time getting any kind of lash treatment, so I just requested a lift and tint. It was a great experience! Kaitlyn was so kind and explained everything she did. I am really happy with my results and will be back.

We had a great first experience at the Paul Mitchell school today. My husband had Renee #175 and I…read morehad Madison #112. The ambience awesome and we were promptly taken to a station upon arrival. We both just got haircuts. Yes, it does take longer than a normal salon, but for $15, I was impressed by them using high quality, delicious smelling products and the attention to detail. Instructor came over frequently to see how things were going. Both our cuts turned out great and our hair was styled as well! The only critical feedback is that I'd ask the stylist to not stand next to the guest during check-out. When the cashier asked about leaving a tip, it was a little weird to have the stylist right there, it makes you feel a bit pressured/uncomfortable. Overall a great experience and we will be back!

Communication from management was inconsistent, and policies frequently changed without clear…read morenotice. There were ongoing challenges with having adequate products and supplies available, which affected both instruction and client services. Expectations were often unclear, and feedback or support was minimal. While there are dedicated students and staff who try their best, the lack of structure made it difficult to provide consistent education and client experiences. Prospective students and clients may want to ask detailed questions about curriculum support, product availability, and communication processes before enrolling or booking services.

I usually get my haircut at chain stores, so I did something different today. Awesome experience…read more It's half the price of the cheapest chain stores, yet you get services they don't offer like a shampoo. The place gives off a fun and friendly vibe. It's clear the instructors and management treat their staff well. Leadership experts say doing that makes your employees transfer that joy to the customers. I'm also glad for the sake of the staff themselves. I'm not sure if the students want to keep their names private, so I won't share my stylist here, but she did an A grade job. She not only made me feel welcome and put extraordinary effort on my cut, she fascinated me by telling me all about what beauty school is like Unfortunately they don't take tips from cards, so I couldn't give my excellent stylist a tip. So I apologized to her for not bringing along cash. Next time I need to remember cash. Better than the chain stores at half the price and get you a welcoming and fun environment that makes feel at ease and satisfied.

I had an amazing experience at Baldwin!!!The instructors were incredibly knowledgeable, patient,…read moreand supportive, ensuring I gained the confidence and skills needed to succeed in the beauty industry. I went from being a quiet shy girl, to wanting every single blow out and color that walked in. The owners Randy and Wendi made me feel like family. I actually became very close to their daughter as well. To this day, they keep in touch and show a ton of love and support 4 years later! The hands-on training was top-notch, and the curriculum was well-structured to cover everything from the latest techniques to business fundamentals. The staff genuinely cared about student success, and the positive, professional environment made learning enjoyable. I highly recommend this school to anyone serious about pursuing a career in cosmetology! Attached is Highlights & a style I did while I was there!