What would we do without AFA???!! We have worked with Shayla, Abbie and Devin. The crew here is nothing short of amazing. I hate doing my daughter's self tapes (mainly because I don't feel equipped with my camera, backdrop and lighting...AND, I couldn't coach my daughter half as good as AFA Studios can) to get a tape worthy of submitting. Now, I don't have to worry. They do it ALL in an hour! And they are amazing!!! They also offer coaching, acting and business coaching. I will definitely add those to our daughter's development. So, thank you guys for your coaching and expertise. I am proud to add her tapes and reels to her Actor's accounts because they are fantastic! read more

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I am so grateful I found AFA! I've booked more with them than any other place--what I love the most is that each of their teachers and coaches are working actors so I feel like I'm getting advice that's current and specific to what's actually happening now... The team is fantastic, and my agent LOVES the tape quality every time he sees the tapes I turn in. Highly recommend! read more

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I love The AFA Studio! I am actor and I have been taking acting classes with them for almost two years now and let me tell you: I have grown as an actor and I have learned a ton! Now I feel prepared and confident, not only the AFA studio teaches you how to get the job but also how to do the job. Also, I love that we learn and do audition techniques, camera work, footage, improv, voice over, and so much more. I definitely cannot praise enough this wonderful studio! HIGHLY RECOMMENDED! read more

I've been coming to class for four months at AFA and I've not only seen a drastic improvement in my abilities as an actor and artist, but am just a more confident human. Every single teacher at AFA puts their heart and soul into each class and really cares about watching you succeed. It's the best part of my week! It's also refreshing to be surrounded by fellow and talented actors who want to show up and do their best every class! I'm so happy to be apart of the AFA fam and highly recommend you join too!! You won't regret it. read more

Nothing but praise and gratitude for this amazing team. The level of skill and imagination they bring to the table is priceless. Every time we have a big audition they are our go to, and what my son leaves each session of coaching with is always next level. read more

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I LOVE AFA! The greatest classes especially if you are looking for help with auditions!

I can't recommend AFA enough!!! All the coaches are amazing and so experienced. I have been acting since I was 14 and majored in theatre in college. I have taken other film and tv acting classes in LA but learned things at AFA that I have never learned anywhere else! They teach you very practical things that you can apply to your work that will help you improve immediately when implemented. They cover every genre and I feel so much more confident in my self tape auditions now. I have even been able to help coach other actor friends of mine when they need help with the tools that AFA has taught me! I have been taking weekly classes at AFA for going on 3 years now and still constantly growing in my craft. I love AFA! This studio is like family to me now. They are a safe space and care about you as a person too. I am so very grateful I found my acting studio home. The BEST!!! read more

Before I came to AFA and was new to LA, I kept getting the worst advice. Seriously!! People kept telling me ludicrous things like "Actors Access doesn't have much work" or giving me recs for the weirdest (and meanest) acting classes. With Abbie and Chelsea, I KNOW I'm getting the most current and up to date intel because it's based on their vast and up to date experience. Their lessons are built on real lessons they learn everyday (they also practice what they preach and totally do the exercises themselves before class- you'll never find more dedicated teachers with skin in the game!). Plus they are NICE and FUN and really good at pushups!!! P.S. I absolutely love taping with the other coaches they have in the studio, too! I always leave a self tape session excited about my work! read more

I wish I could give this place more than 5 stars. Abbie and Chelsea lead classes for any actor- beginner or experienced! You can tell they care for each individual actor at their studio. Whether you've been there for one month, or one year, they have your back and are always there for their students. I feel really grateful to have the AFA studio. I've learned so much here in class and made some actual friends with other students. It's a really great, welcoming, supportive community. I also highly recommend them for self tapes and coaching! I've seen a few of the available coaches and they're all amazing. I've been in several other classes and when I found AFA I knew this was my home. If you're considering classes or coaching here go for it! read more

AFA Studio is the absolute best!! I was first introduced to AFA Studio by my agent and not only was I excited to receive a discount (for first timers) but I was also happy to learn that it as literally 15 minutes from my house! How convenient! My first ever coaching session was with Ryan and he was awesome! His energy matched the energy I needed to nail the audition! A few weeks later I was blessed with two more series regular auditions and had Anna Grace as a coach and Abbie who were both INCREDIBLE!!! As one can imagine, I was both extremely excited for the auditions but also nervous about whether or not I could execute what was being asked of me but boy oh boy, Anna Grace and Abbie not only calmed my nerves but they also boosted my confidence which showed on the tape! Needless to say, I will forever be thankful for them! :D So if anyone is looking to get coached by people who are not only experts at their craft but who also genuinely care about their clients, then AFA Studio is the place for you! :) read more

The AFA was my safe place during the pandemic. I went in just wanting to feel like an artist again and read material. I did not expect to gain so many new skills and BOOK WORK. Let's not forget the family I have made with the AFA community. read more

This place of one of the best acting studios around. Not only do they do great classes, they have top notch self taping services. I send clients here all the time and always see great results. The school is in an older building and is decorated old Hollywood style. There is a waiting room for parents and there is a large studio space as well. Chelsea and Abby are great to work with and own the place. For taping, they have a private room so each actor can feel comfortable and be as animated as they need to be. Love this place! read more

After years of looking for an acting studio, I feel very grateful to have landed at the (virtual) doorstep of The AFA Studio. They have everything you need from tips on set, self tape coaching, and more. I have never felt more secure in my craft and what I've learned, while still learning everything and anything that the studio has to offer as the industry changes. read more

I have taken MANY acting classes over the years, and I cannot recommend one that is better than AFA. The coaches are CURRENTLY working in the industry and I've found that is the most important thing for me with any class. The industry changes and if lessons are outdated, then you are wasting your time and money. AFA's classes change with the industry and no lesson is the same. It is so beneficial for someone just starting out or for someone who's been acting for years. P.S. The self tapes and private coaching are next level! I'm currently with my new agent because of my session with AFA. They were so impressed with the self tape set-up and how professional everything looked. Not to mention the amazing feedback I received about my acting choices-all thanks to some great ideas from the coach helping me! read more

I love afa they make me feel at home and all the teachers are amazing definitely recommend for any first. Timers

This studio is one of the best studios I have studied at. They do there best to tell you what's currently going on in the industry. They keep there ear to the ground to bring back the best information to there classes. read more

I started with AFA June 2020 and instantly found myself in a welcoming and very useful class. Not only are the teachers Abbie and Chelsea professional, friendly and overall fantastic, but the students are too. I wasn't sure what to expect being brand new but I never received anything less than encouragement and helpful feedback. In three months I've learned so much and feel ready for a real role should the opportunity present itself. Right now classes are on zoom, but trust me you can learn and do A LOT! Every week is different read more

Abbie and Chelsea have been so helpful in clearing up the nitty gritty side of the industry! Their classes range from a variety of acting exercises, creative explorations, all the way up to the business need-to-knows. Love these ladies! read more

I've studied at a few different studios and have good things to say about all of them but AFA has been the most beneficial for me in a variety of ways: professionally, technically, and spiritually. Co-founders Abbie and Chelsea, who are both working actors, go beyond just being your acting teacher... they want the best for you in every possible way. This heart starts with them and trickles down to the other teachers at the studio to the students, which results in a very loving and non-competitive community. We all want the best for one another both personally and professionally. I cannot say enough good things about this studio. Highly recommend. read more

The ladies behind The AFA Studio are the real deal. I've been acting my entire life, and some of my most favorite coaching sessions, and self - tapes, have come from my time at AFA. The immense knowledge that Abbie + Chelsea possess individually, and combined, is SO helpful. They stay current with what material is out there- as they are working actresses themselves. AFA reminds me that my job is the most fun, and I am so grateful. read more

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The past 2 weeks of class alone have both been like going to a Master's Class. The prices for classes are so insanely affordable compared to the LITERAL GOLD that comes from them (let alone other studios in LA). I've paid $250-$500 for workshops or Master's Classes that are less fruitful than a "normal" class at AFA. I say this with all love: if you don't at least give AFA a try... that's a really, really dumb move. This place is amazing. read more

I worked with Abbie for a recent self tape coaching, and I was truly blown away by the amount of professionalism and expertise she shared during my time with her. This was my first time hiring a coach for an audition as it was a larger project, and it definitely the first time doing a remote coaching over Zoom! Even though we weren't face to face, I felt so completely comfortable and confident as we talked that it felt like we were in the room working together. I left our meeting feeling more confident in my work than I ever have before, and I really mean that! I was having fun with the material I was given, instead of feeling anxious and unsure about it. It was absolutely freeing. Abbie helped me dissect the material from an entirely different perspective than I had gotten used to, and it gave me an unique advantage as I prepared the pages and pages of dialogue. It was such a remarkable feeling! I loved my experience with AFA so much that I ended up hiring Abbie to coach me through the self tape audition itself. She was mindful of my time and monetary investment, and made sure that all of my questions were answered as we made the most of our time slot. She made sure we got the absolute best take for each scene, and even took the time to help me choose between takes when I couldn't decide on a final choice! Abbie and AFA, you are wonderful, and I cannot wait to have a chance to learn from you again. You've found a forever student and client in me. Thank you very very much! read more

The AFA studio was one of my first acting classes in LA or in that fact pretty much ever! I immediately fell in love and felt right at home, it also helped that Chelsea is from a part of Texas where my family lives! Okay back to the class, I love it because for a beginner they really broke everything down for me and a way I would understand the technicalities of on screen acting. I loved the fact that everyone in the class were on different levels, which gave me the opportunity to watch and grow for others in the class, they also helped me form a sense of who I am, I.e my type and what kind of roles that are in my wheel house, which is super helpful! Another big plus is they shoot reel footage which is so important for actors if you don't have any footage to put on your casting profiles for casting directors to see or looking for representation! So yeah I recommend The AFA studio to as many people I can, I can't wait to get back to training with them, many blessings! (: read more

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AMAZING food! chef came to welcome us and all dishes were excellent!!! highly recommended!

Abbie and Chelsea have created a wonderful, inviting and educational community that I look forward to every single week! I have so much fun learning new techniques in a space safe enough to test them out in. Would recommend this studio to anyone and everyone! read more

Since joining AFA, my acting skills and knowledge of the industry have increased at least 10,000 fold. Every month of class focusses on something different yet equally valuable. Sometimes its audition quick prep, sometimes scene work, sometimes business refinement. Abbie and Chelsea go out of their way to provide us students with the best possible classes and info. The vibe they set for the classes is so supportive too. I feel comfortable to make mistakes and learn from them without feeling like an idiot. I am very grateful that these people and this studio exists. read more

I LOVE AFA! Abbie and Chelsea are working actors and share their wisdom abundantly! I feel so free not only as an actor but as a magnificent human being! read more

1). Abbie Cobb is an awesome self-tape audition coach, plus her classes she teaches with partner Chelsea are really informative. I'd recommend AFA Studio for L.A. actors 2). Chelsea and Abbie are very experienced working actresses in Los Angeles who really know the current trends and up to date industry information and shares with their clients. It's great being taught by working fellow artists as opposed to non-working actors who are outdated about the business. read more

As an actor in Los Angeles, it is easy to feel a little lost in the business. Everything is so complicated, and sometimes all you want is a port in the storm. That's why The AFA Studio is such a comfort and a huge help to anyone looking for guidance! Abbie and Chelsea are both working actors who know a lot about the challenges of trying to make your mark in Hollywood. I've workshopped scenes with Abbie, and she really knows how to direct actors - and she's so generous with her time and attention. Whether you're looking for a great class or a place to put yourself on tape, hit up AFA!! You're in good hands at this place. read more

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I have taken MANY acting classes over the years, and I cannot recommend one that is better than AFA. The coaches are CURRENTLY working in the industry and I've found that is the most important thing for me with any class. The industry changes and if lessons are outdated, then you are wasting your time and money. AFA's classes change with the industry and no lesson is the same. It is so beneficial for someone just starting out or for someone who's been acting for years. P.S. The self tapes and private coaching are next level! I'm currently with my new agent because of my session with AFA. They were so impressed with the self tape set-up and how professional everything looked. Not to mention the amazing feedback I received about my acting choices-all thanks to some great ideas from the coach helping me! read more

I have just started classes here and love it. Super relevant and they have the best, positive/supportive vibe in the world. I love that they have only constructive criticism and I look forward to class weekly :) Also their prices are very reasonable! read more

I love AFA! I feel like I have really grown as an actor since starting classes at AFA over a year ago. Abbie and Chelsea teach amazing classes that have equipped me for types of auditions and industry experiences I didn't even know I needed to learn about. I feel so supported and encouraged by them and the other actors in my class. Because of what I've learned (and am continuing to learn) at AFA, I feel like becoming a working actor isn't just some pipe dream, it's completely possible. I 1000% recommend AFA to any and every actor! read more

Love this place! My daughter has been coming here for about a year for self tapes and coaching on Zoom and in person. They do an amazing job! read more

I absolutely love and recommend AFA to any actor on any level. The coaches meet you where you're at in a fun, nonjudgemental space!

AFA is always one of the high points of my week! I love that each week we work on skills that we're able to apply immediately to our work! Abbie, Chelsea & all the other teachers are so nurturing and constructive at the same time! read more

I was so nervous to join my first acting class in Los Angeles - but the AFA studio is so welcoming and supportive! My skills have grown so much. I'm so glad I joined! read more

I love AFA! You learn something new each week and you build a strong foundation of fellow actors! Such a safe space and all of the teachers are amazing :) read more

As an actor fresh out of college, I felt extremely lost in LA throughout/after the pandemic before joining AFA. This is unlike any acting class I have ever taken, and has given me actionable steps to take towards creating a viable career. Abbie, Chelsea, Devin, Ryan, and the whole team are masters at their craft. Finding fellow actor friends is also a delightful bonus! I am so grateful to have found this studio and highly recommend it. read more

I love AFA so much. The environment and the people around are so amazing and helpful! Speaking of helpful, the classes here are like no other. My ability in acting has skyrocketed ever since joining the family. 10/10 definitely would recommend! read more

I've taken a lot of different classes from Texas to LA that range from improv and adult scene work and I have to say, taking classes at the AFA studio has given me the most impact on my acting career. These ladies know what they're doing and walk you through different techniques that you can use in your current auditions. I feel that taking these classes has helped me use those skills at a much faster pace. Abbie and Chelsea aren't just my teachers, they're my mentors, my friends and are amazing to work with anytime I need help! read more