20 Best Free Training Programs For Adults In Buffalo, NY (2022 Updated)

I considered D'Youville College for my Post 9/11 GI Bill graduate program. I ultimately picked another school which offered the degree I was interested in. By happenstance I spent my last semester of my studies at D'Youville. Wow, what a difference. While other schools pay lip service to Veterans, D'Youville is putting their money where their mouth is. At other schools, despite what they say, Vets are simply another number, a commodity they are anxious to attract for the easy money, but once enrolled, these Vets are quickly forgotten. A single staff member will be assigned Vets as a collateral duty, one of many hats they wear. D'Youville on the other hand has a staff of dedicated personnel whose sole job is to take care of Vets. Instead of being referred elsewhere, D'Youville gets resolution to any and all issues that their Vets encounter. They know how to successfully navigate the Veteran's Administration, as well as New York State benefits (e.g. Veterans Tuition Awards). Not only do they educate **ALLL** Vets (not simply limited the Gold Ribbon qualified Vets), but they also offer generous incentives for Vets' spouses and dependents. D'Youville offers more and more new degrees and programs every year. If you are not seriously looking at D'Youville for you education, you are wrong.Jerry Tidd

I been working in a community health program with the School of Nursing and Pharmarcy. My interaction wtih both students and professors has been excellent, and have surpass my expectations in wiliness to serve the community. About the D'Youville social life, this is a small college and their social life is during lunch time in Spot Coffee, which is located in the basement. In short, the DYC is good for those who want to focus in their studies and have theirs social life somewhere else because you will not find crazy frat parties in here.alice campbell

College offers a great PA program, but beware that contacting the admission office and tracking different components of your application is painstakingly uncoordinated. Personally had to remind and contact multiple admission counselors about my application and still had a hard time getting them to contact me back regarding genuine questions with ambiguity of the application.Sougandhika Bharadwaj

Loved my college experience at UB. Quality academics, quality student life. There is great diversity which will help you with life after college. Food is good, not great, but what do you expect when you are cooking for the masses. Wish people cared more about the athletics. They have made north campus and the apartments surrounding it nice. The alumni base from what I can tell is Buffalo, Rochester, Syracuse, NYC, Chicago and DC. I also love the city of Buffalo. Downtown offers a lot to do for a mid size city.Joe Segrue

This place is like a palace. Massive, I visit it there on a trip. It took me about 3 hours just to walk around the whole school. Also visit the inside as a visitor. Its a amazing university that offers many course. Lot of friendly people. Adviser will always help student even though their is a lot of student. Amazing Lab as well. Definitely a great place to go for a bright career.Dontlolmeplz

Spent few of best times of my life there doing my undergrad and masters (1991-1995). Could never wish better finance school, great summer times with fruit picking seasons and Niagara Falls is only like 1 hr away. Miss this U soooo much😊 Update 27 June 2018 SUNYAB … I'm planning to visit this year end🤩Afiq M Shukr-Ruzita

Super clean and sanitary place. Everyone is so friendly but If your looking for that person that will go that extra mile i highly recommend Shirley. She did my facial as well as my friends and it/she was AMAZING! It was my first time doing something like that and she seen at first I was a little nervous because I do not really let anyone touch my face being that its so sensitive.. but she comforted me in explaining everything step by step as we went through and made the experience for me very much relaxing nd less anxious..My skin was super soft after and its been three days now and I'm still glowing!! Her attention to detail and gentleness was very appreciated! She offers more services as well and I will be defiantly coming back for more! Thank you!Aileen Marchese

Very happy and pleased with my aesthetician, Kristen K, and the services she provided. Received an advanced facial and was impressed by Kristen’s thorough assessment of my skin, knowledge and description of products (she made sure I understood everything and allowed me to ask questions) and use of specialized tools that fit my needs. I thought it was great that she made specific recommendations and tailored a personalized treatment plan and educated me on products she utilized. Kristen is personable, kind, calming and immediately puts you at ease during a service, it was a truly relaxing experience. Kudos to her and her thoughtful work with clients and dedication to her skincare practice, and all the wonderful staff I met there!elizabeth radder

Sarah Hartman and Deanne were the ABSOLUTE BEST!! On my wedding day Sarah did my hair and I was blown away with her work. My hair is incredibly long and thick so it’s not easy to work with but she did such an amazing job and was so pleasant to talk to the entire time. Deanne did my makeup and literally saved the day by squeezing me in last minute. My makeup was absolutely flawless, it was the most natural look I’ve ever seen which is exactly what I asked for! She was the absolute sweetest and was so kind. I cannot thank these ladies enough for making me look and feel beautiful on my big day.Amber Mis

this place is terrible. the instructors are ridiculous or drunk half the time besides rob w, hank and jerome. Alot of infighting between the few instructors they have. they sit back and record each other and students record them. one instructor talks extremely bad about students and judges them based on looks and if they do not quite understand the directions given they get screamed at very disrespectfully. this school has been record by other students for all the unprofessionalism, vulgarity and incompetance and wouldnt be surprised if u havent seen anything by now. i feel so bad for an instructor rick, as he would get ripped on by a few other instructors about his personal life. its no wonder why only 2% of their students graduate and few find jobs. 50 students mostly costing about $10000 a piece, there yard shouldn't be in the condition it is in or the trucks shouldn't be as bad as they are. a tire exploded after the wiring was visible and injured a student i heard, with seeing the conditions of these vehicles i believe it and the conditions are bad for the funding they receive they should be ashamed no matter what students do to the truck they dont wear the tires to wiring. the mechanics sit, fight and cuss all day at each other. not to mention the poor condition the surrounding area is. its sad because the hardest worker i have seen their is the maintenance man. instructors that do care leave very quickly. the director lies to your face and doesnt care. all the money goes to syracuse without a doubt and their pockets. the few instructors that do care get paid very little what they are worth. i would not recommend this place to anyone. i wouldnt give my money to that place go to BTTIJim horing

This is a great place to learn basic trucking. They are a good place I was in Jan 2022 class. I never felt unsafe or that I was in bad hands. I never felt victimized or answering for stupid stuff. They hung with me through thick and thin I did not pass the test the first time. They followed me months after and continue to be in contact with me, to see if I needed help with placement. I myself tried to be pleasant with everyone in school. I think that plays a part in your individual experience anywhere, respect for others and yourself. Rick, Jerome, Hank, Rob, Frank and Jay are great instructors Chris and Pat were/are my daily friends at school and looked out for me. These guys are doing the students/America, a great service the way they commit to their jobs and communicate with the student body. There's always an issue everywhere you go. But this place can rise above and has many times for me and others. They (Don) really puts some humility and Blue collar decency into you so you are groomed for your placement which is what a lot of students resist. God Bless all the instructors, the placement people and, the Principal; she's a great person too, the staff is friendly. If my kids, anyone I knew, wanted to do trucking I'd send them to NTTS, and have.David Jogi

I'm currently a student here, getting my CDL A in 2021. There are different varieties of schedules; Full-time/Part-time, Day/Night, weekdays/weekends, from 2 weeks course up to 18/24 weeks of training. Make sure you asks all the questions you want to know. The training is amazing, real life truck drivers teaching you skills & knowledge. They also have tuition/grants just like if you're applying for college. And also some of the big & famous trucking companies come here personally to talk to students and answers any questions you might have. Try it, call this place, see what you think!! They help you with many things, they care about you as long as you care about learning from them. Try not skipping schools unless you have to, it can only backfire in the end, because you have to make up the hours that you're missing. Goodluck. Stay safe.Ryan Pierre

Master Chong’s World Class is everything I needed for my Grandson. My Grandson just turned four years old and we were anxious to get him involved in an activity this summer to help integrate him into pre-k this year. He’s been attending class for almost a month now and he’s happy and excited to attend before every class. He’s already reciting terms in Korean at home, his focus has improved and the personal attention he receives during class makes us all very happy. I’ve seen the staff work very patiently, not only with my Grandson but all the students. They engage with the children from start to finish, every child gets attention and they do everything to make them feel comfortable and excited to learn. Very happy we choose to start my Grandson at Master Chong’s!quita3je

Our daughter started Tae Kwon Do 1 year ago, she really enjoyed it and I enjoyed watching her learn and progress. They invited us, the parents, to participate in a 3 month trial. I've always enjoyed all martial arts, probably should've taken up when I was a kid, but better late than never. I really enjoyed studying myself, learning new skills and getting exercise, so I decided to join and keep going. My goal is to improve my flexibility and reaction time, I am enjoying my results so far. Highly recommend and you're never too old to start! Also I really enjoy the Tae Kwon Do family I've become a part of, keep up the great work Master Chong's!Andrew Kuczkowski

We love Master Chong's. My daughter tried this as a free after school activity and couldn't stop talking about how much fun it is. We joined immediately after at the Lancaster location. I hoped this would help with her confidence and motivation. I definitely feel it is. I'm impressed at her progress every class. All the instructors are very patient and kind. The facility is clean and welcoming. My family is very pleased all around with our taekwondo experience thus far.Melissa Obson

Took my BLS recert here with Jeff, Roger, and Rick. The instructors were very knowledgeable with tons of experience. The information was laid out clearly and to the point, they put in enough relevant anecdotes to keep things interesting. The hands on portion was great. The hands on portion was great, they have the mannequins that measure depth and speed of compressions to give you feedback on your CPR quality. They even provide snacks. I enjoyed the class and would come back again for future recertifications.samantha fotus

Jeff was the absolute best!! This was my first class and the information was straightforward and demonstrated in a way that I could understand. Equipment was up to date and the class was spread out well. It did not feel long at all, and Jeff kept my attention the entire time. I will take all of my future CPR/life support classes here. Thank you!Angeleah Lograsso

Jeff and his team of co-instructors made this BLS course a pleasant experience. They were upbeat and knowledgeable. I walked out of the class feeling like I learned information that would benefit me and my patients in the future. It was a long drive very early on a Sunday morning, but it was worth it! Highly recommended.Anna Gilbert

Pros: The staff here are excellent. I've been going there almost as long as the gym has been open. Every time I've had an issue, Justin has always seen that it's been taken care of. Just a small example, a couple of the lights were out on the Tension Board I mentioned it to the staff and the next day it was fixed. The gym has good equipment that allow you to work targeted muscle groups and become a stronger climber. They have a lot of rope climbs which is new to the area. It's really nice to see new climbers working routes. Getting a membership lets you go to all of the gyms in the Chain. I highly recommend checking out Rochester's CRG. The climbing style is much different, so you can find climbing style diversity by checking out the others in the chain. Cons: The setting is really inconsistent. There have been several climbs that were graded higher than they actually are, and some that are graded lower than they actually are. Having been to several gyms across the east coast it's disheartening going from climbing CRG Buffalo's v7s to barley being able to climb v5s at the others. The gym is still very young so I definitely think that it will improve. Especially when they start adding new talent and new climbing styles. Young children are often left unsupervised by their parents especially on the weekends. Bring a friend so you can have someone spot kids and keep them away from the wall while your climbing. No one wants to blow off a boulder and land on a 4 year old. Conclusion: Want something to do, go climbing! The cons are really very small issues. It's an excellent gym and the staff are always super friendly. Especially Thomas, the guy is one of the nicest people I've met.Chase Gregory

Decent size for the size of town, setting isn't bad, I've had better I've had worse. Varied movement with both big and small holds for each grade (tried a variety through about v8, gym is set to v11). Pretty decent to get some climbing in on a business trip. They have a newer set Moonboard and a 30deg fixed tension board with lights. The autobelays are nice, there was a 5.11 set on one and a 5.12 set on another, and I could stretch the autobelay to another 11. Pretty nice for running laps if you don't have a partner. Had some issues with getting a belay test a bit later in the night so if you are looking to get on some ropes I would prioritize that. The manager, Justin, was incredibly understanding about issues and helped resolve it. Decently get the small, community gym vibes rather than the globo-corporate (and that's a good thing). Didn't get on many rope climbs but it looked like there was some decent variety with both a lot of top ropes and leadable routes. Excited to get on these next time. Overall felt pretty welcome by both the staff and the regular patrons. Will definitely return next time I am in Buffalo.Connor Dobson

This place is fantastic! The staff are very helpful and pleasant to work with. They go out of their way to be kind to everyone. We had a noon appointment on a Saturday for Top Rope Belay class. Really knowledgeable and patient. Plus, you can climb as long as you like after your hour instruction. Climbing shoes, harness and chalk provided. Make sure to ask for chalk. If it's your first time? You'll need it. The shoes run SMALL! Keep this in mind. You can also digitally sign your release at the gym once you check in. The facility is exceptionally clean. Their yoga studio is wonderful. The whole place is just great. Way to go!! Nice to see this in the city of Buffalo and providing a cleaner side to the aged buildings.M

Boxstar Training… I don't think word has really gotten out in Western New York about Boxstar Training but I think it is a hidden gem in the fitness industry locally. I have been to various cardio boxing classes in Manhattan, Philadelphia and the Washington DC areas but Boxstar Training is the best I have experienced! They really do teach you the boxing fundamentals! You don't follow a TV monitor for instruction. The classes are divided up into two groups. One half of the class will be doing floor exercises (without gloves on), rotating between stations along the lines of HIIT, (high intensity interval training), calisthenics, body weight exercises with weights, cardio equipment and jump rope. The other half of the class will be punching the bags, rotating between stations, practicing their jabs, crosses, hooks, uppercuts, various kicks and slips, (a defensive skill). Boxstar has eight different types of boxing bags in the gym. The real fun is when you get to rotate once or twice into the ring with the instructor. (These are real boxing instructors) In the ring the instructor calls out the count or punch sequence and is holding pads, you hit his pads. (This is typically a speed, technique and footwork training session). If the instructor wants more power in your punches he will call for it. It is a safe class! (At no time in class do participants ever spar against each other). NOTE: one word of advice or caution; this class is at a higher level of intensity and more strenuous than anything you will encounter at your local gym such as Body Pump, or Body Attack class, etc… participants should have a basic to good level of fitness and a degree of cardio endurance in order to complete this class because there really is not a break period during the rounds. You will sweat! My background; I have been involved in a variety of sports since a young age. At present I belong to three different gyms, enjoy calisthenics and jumping rope. I lift weights five days a week, swim every morning, run three to four times a week, water ski, windsurf, snowboard, alpine ski, occasional tennis and golf. I look forward to my Monday and Friday evening cardio boxing classes… it's addicting! My advice…work with what you've got, train with the experts at Boxstar and you will make your gaines. Cedric.hg xob

Admittedly, I am not a big “group fitness” person. Because of that, I was nervous of going to classes at Boxstar at first… but those feelings went right away after the first class. The trainers are great, very knowledgeable, and keep the class moving at a fun and upbeat pace. All of the people in class were so welcoming, and a few even came over during a round to help me with my form. This is a group fitness class I know I’ll be excited to attend more often!Lauren Kirby

Pricing is fair compared to most gyms. Plus newbies get a free session, cheaper month, and all the essentials. Coaches are strong, knowledgeable, and practical. The workouts are rigorous and will push you to the limit, and make sense in the context of boxing. Very beginner friendly, works in hour long shifts, and occasionally practices outside. Very good gym so far, will update if needed.Juliana Colwell

TL;DR: Dave and staff did a great job taking Charlie from a rascal (see below) puppy to a well behaved dog who we love and enjoy doing all the things with (e.g. farmer's market, brewery patios, walking, etc.) Charlie is a Landseer Newfoundland, who Dave and staff trained for 3 weeks in May at the age of 6 months. Who Charlie was: Charlie was a counter surfing barker with a host of non-sense puppy behaviors. He would bark in your face when he wanted attention, when he was hungry, and when in general he was overwhelmed. If Charlie felt an emotion or instinct or was responding to a drive he barked. At 6 months, Charlie was already able to see onto counters, jump up, and eat even the stuff pushed waaaaayyyy back. Who Charlie is now: My wife and I honestly didn't know what to expect sending Charlie to a board-and-train. We always did the whole 1 year twice a week show up for puppy training classes. Would Charlie come back able to hop on one leg or do some other cool stuff? When people ask us what he learned or some variant of this. Our answer is pretty simple: Charlie learned how to be comfortable being uncomfortable and how to properly deal with his drives/instincts/feelings. Sure he knows how to sit, walk, lay down, etc., but that's not the secret in the Art of the Dog's sauce. The secret is Charlie being able to walk around Bidwell farmer's market without reacting to every dog he sees, all the smells, and people he meets. In short, he's just a more comfortable and confident dog. The other question we get a lot is: is it worth it? After writing this review, I'm contacting Dave to find out when he thinks Charlie will be ready for advanced training. Hands down, it is worth it.Joe M

Our experience with The Art of Dog training has been absolutely outstanding. Through their personal training sessions, Mallory helped us train not one but two puppies (5 and 6 month old rescued puppies). It has been incredible to see the progression from each session. These are not the same two dogs from our first session. They have grown tremendously as they are much more attentive and obedient. After each session Mallory would walk us through what to continue doing with the dogs until the next session. We made sure to put in the work so the dogs stayed on track and were ready for the next lesson. This was very important and we are glad Mallory emphasized the need for keeping up with this. Mallory helped us with their reactivity to other dogs and people on walks, she helped us with how they walk (no longer pulling us), and she helped us get a handle on their household manners (not constantly barking at outside noises and going to Place and staying there when told). I am so thankful that we worked with Mallory and The Art of Dog and we plan on adding on sessions and using them for our boarding needs. I cannot recommend them enough!Hanna Sheridan

Our sweet Stormie Gray really struggled with being dog & people reactive. We couldn’t walk her without her trying to lunge at the other dogs or continuously bark at people. We were embarrassed by her behavior and were losing hope. Thankfully we were told about The Art of Dog and instantly looked into them. From the moment Dave answered us, I knew everything was going to be okay. He paired us up with Mallory and we couldn’t of been more thankful for her. She was laid back, gentle and so informative. Mallory gave us the peace of mind we truly needed. She constantly reassured us (which I needed the most through this whole process). But as of today we finished our last class at The Art of Dog and Stormie has done a complete 180. She’s a brand new dog. We are no longer nervous to take her on walks or let her be outside. We are forever grateful for Dave and Mallory for everything they’ve done for us and Storm.Brooke Rodgers

We can't even begin to tell you how pleased we are with Sit-and-Stay. We have used Kim in the past for training, and have always loved her. She is a wonderful trainer, and will help her clients any way possible. Currently we are taking classes with Becki, and have nothing but good things to say. She is always helpful, and has really taught us how to train our reactive dog. There is no question that Becki knows animals, and genuinely cares about you and your dog. Most recently we had Tammy come and take care of our cat and dog while we were away. From her previous experience, to being comfortable with her immediately, we knew our animals were in good hands. The report card was in-depth, and a delight to read upon coming home. She is right on par with everyone we have dealt with at Sit-and-Stay, knowledgeable, and genuine. Thank you so much for an affordable alternative to kenneling, and a great group of people that care for, and about, our animals as much as we do.Chris M

My boy, Baxter has tried some doggy daycares throughout the past year and although they were positive experiences, Baxter is a task oriented, working dog who is full of fun energy and loves everyone. Sit N' Stay Pet Services dog school has helped my boy, Baxter, stay busy, socialize, and have fun. He is much happier with his routine of going to school. I am so thankful for the team who work and play with him everyday he goes. I highly recommend Sit N' Stay Pet Services so check them out.Rob Brandon

Definitely biased here but we offer fantastic services at very reasonable prices. You can trust the care you're receiving for your animals from bonded and insured pet professionals who are Pet First Aid and CPR certified! I love my job as a dog trainer and I strive to go above and beyond for my clients!Rebecca Klinger

If you are looking for a place to strengthen and tone your body in an extremely friendly, encouraging and non-judgmental studio, Pure Barre Buffalo is the place to go. The instructors are knowledgeable and so helpful. The studio is super clean and pleasant and the equipment is provided and plentiful. The classes are varied so your muscles are always moving in different ways. The retail section gives you a chance to snap up apparel that you will absolutely love! You can sign up in a manner that fits your needs and budget, whether be it in studio or online or both. Try it, you’ll love it!Antoinette Roessler

Top notch! Try the free session and you will find you will want to come back! Liz, my instructor was AMAZING – not only was she challenging me but she also provided encouragement and positive feedback! I signed up for for 4 monthly class package and it was very easy to get set up on the app (the technology here is great too)! Today, was my first class with Dana for the Classic as time goes my goal is to find the proper form (which Dana also mentioned will happen after a few more classes). Looking to make Barre apart of my weekly routine!Jasmine Stratford

I have tried so many gyms in the past and nothing has ever come close to Pure Barre! I love that the classes are structured but also have enough variety that I don’t think I’ve ever taken two classes that are the same. I never got my money’s worth in gym memberships but with Pure Barre I have not only been able to stick with classes but I actually enjoy each class! Definitely worth trying and I guarantee you’ll love it!Angela Marciszewski

When I wanted to request that somebody consider buying more barbells since there are more benches/racks than there are bars, I couldn't for the life of me get anyone to acknowledge me or call me back. As far as I know, the Summer st location is still understocked, with squat racks going unused because theres not enough bars. When I tried to get in touch with someone about getting the free body scan that was advertised with my membership, I only succeeded in getting the run-around. "Oh, you have to call so-and-so" only for them to tell me "no you have to ask at the desk" If you want to buy personal training, you'll have no trouble getting somebody to acknowledge you. This place feels cold, impersonal, uncaring, and criminally understocked/unmaintainedTimothy Victor

I have been an employee of the JCC of greater Buffalo for more than 10 years. I enjoy the community "feel" and close detailed attention to the importance of family. It is a great place to work out and meet up with friends and family for activities. I love the JCC, and to people considering joining, I highly recommend membership at our facility.Steven Tabbi

A Very nice club that despite being small has everything you need to get in shape, free weights, machines and plenty of Cardio machines. NEVER too crowded. The main reason I joined is for the STEAMROOM and POOL and Also a nice full court Basketball hoops.John Fredericks

Hi Tyler and Barb, I know it's only been a few days since I've brought Wally home but I am completely over the moon with happiness already. He's truly a different dog. Everything about him, including the look in his eyes, has changed. He seems so much more relaxed and truly happy. I've taken him on quite a few structured walks already and every time we put his leash on and step out the door, I'm more and more amazed. I can't believe we can walk for 30 minutes straight with him directly by my side. Today we passed by a male boxer who didn't seem too happy when he saw Wally. He was lunging and barking. I gave Wally some more space away from the other dog and he didn't even flinch. He just continued walking directly by my side and didn't break the heel. I was so very proud of him and it feels so great to be able to have a nice, pleasant walk down the street instead of being dragged in a million directions. He's been absolutely wonderful in the house too. We're both getting adjusted to the new structure and, to be honest, I think it's a bit harder on me than it is for him. I'm so used to giving him free rein of the house that it's more of an adjustment for me than for him. He's more than happy to place in his dog bed or go hang out in his crate. I'm the one that needs to provide the continuous structure and that's exactly what I'm going to do! We've been working on obedience multiple times throughout the day and whenever I have him in a down or place command, he will stay exactly where he is. Even if it's for an hour or more. I just wanted to thank you guys from the bottom of my heart for helping get Wally where he is today. My expectations have been beyond exceeded and it feels so good to know that Wally is happier and not so wound up and anxious like he used to be. I've cried a few times already since I brought him home out of sheer joy. I can absolutely see now how I was lacking in leadership and how he wanted and needed structure. I'm so proud of him and I'm excited about the start of our new life together. You guys are truly amazing and I will be forever grateful for helping us! Many, many thanks!Ashley Acevedo

Highly recommend the investment with K9 Connection. My dog came from the buffalo animal shelter. He was fairly clueless. K9 came highly recommended, so I enrolled him in K9's 2-week bootcamp and it was well worth the money! The session completes with a wrap-up training session to train the human on how to communicate with him, and it was a joy! I feel that I and the dog have a solid foundation for success. He can sit, down, and place for up to an hour (haven't tried longer than that), he comes when called and he walks at heel. After a couple weeks at home of structured learning he now even does excellent off leash! When a new puppy joined my family, again from the buffalo animal hospital, some of the behaviors of the puppy with the other dog had me concerned. I arranged for a house call to have K9 evaluate the two dogs for compatibility, and they were great in walking through an evaluation, explaining the behaviors, providing insights into puppy and dog psychology, what they meant, and provided instruction on approaches and structures for different scenarios, and really set my mind at ease knowing that what I was seeing was healthy, normal, important for the puppy to experience and having tools to ensure a happy pack integration. The staff are very knowledgeable and helpful, the facilities are great, and engaging their services is a worthwhile investment. Check them out!Daniel Arrasjid

Our investment in K9 Connection has completely changed life at home with our 1 year old male beagle. In August, he attended a three week board and train for what we considered to be serious resource guarding issues. Nobody who knew him "before puppy rehab" (as we fondly referred to it) can believe that he is the same dog, and we finally feel like he is part of the family. Our dog listens, shows self-control, does not drive us crazy, and, most importantly, does not threaten us or our children. We actually enjoy being around him. As our trainer Danielle said, this is what life with a dog is supposed to be like! And speaking of Danielle, she was incredibly patient, full of wisdom, and never made us feel incompetent for needing help in the first place. She continues to be so helpful even now that our official training program has ended. We might have to form an official fan club. 😀 So for anyone wondering if the price is worth it, the answer is YES, YES, YES. Thank you Danielle and all of your colleagues at K9 Connection for transforming our dog AND our relationship with our dog!Erin M

I LOVED my ASA course with Sail Buffalo and I can't wait to do more! I took an "intro to sailing" course earlier this summer and was left with a lot of questions and wanting a lot more. Sail Buffalo's ASA 101 course answered those questions and more and I can't wait to continue on to 103 and 104 as early as possible next summer. The people here are phenomenal, so kind, friendly, and welcoming and so so so knowledgeable and supportive of their students. Even their junior sailing program counselors were so excellent and fun I wish I was a junior sailor. I could listen to Pierre's stories for hours and in three days I learned so much from him and got so much more confident in my skills. Anything you're nervous about you'll get the change to practice over and over until it feels totally natural and sinks in. Pierre is clear and direct with his feedback and will push you without overwhelming you–he's excellent at teaching and building confidence through direction, feedback, and repetition. I also really appreciated how Pierre wanted to know my goals for sailing and was excited to work together to get me there. Also excellent value for the price of the course–I learned 10 times as much as the other course I took. I know now that I not only have an excellent place to keep earning certifications and learning new skills, but a safe place to practice them, ask questions, use their boats (as a member), and explore opportunities that match my interests all within a wonderful community of people. I would recommend Sail Buffalo to absolutely anyone in a heartbeat, especially after trying another course. If you're looking for a sailing school, whether for a kiddo or an adult, look at Sail Buffalo.Charlotte Olena

This is the 2nd summer my son has attended. He is signed up for 4 weeks this summer and has attended 3 so far. He absolutely LOVES Sail Buffalo! He has been given the skills here to learn how to sail and has fostered his love for sailing. He is 9 and he has learned to take out the skiffs by himself and even taken out the younger kids to teach them some skills. This has given him independence and the ability to make his own decisions out on the water. He loves sailing so much now that we even bought him a little sailing dinghy. These are skills kids can use for the rest of their lives. The counselors are wonderful and and professional. He will be going back for years to come!Elizabeth Shanahan

I sent my two teens to this program and they had a great time! There were lots of other kids their age and they were out on a boat the very first day, performing all of the necessary jobs to control their boat. They had lots of stories and came home exhausted every day (a good thing). The property has a cute, camp-like feel. We here in Buffalo are so lucky to live on one of the Great Lakes and I wish I got my kids started earlier with these skills, but they look forward coming back next year.Jean Dillon

My husband and I first met Tommy in 2021 when we took our new rescue for a consult due to be fear reactive. Not only did Tommy help improve Kyro's life, he helped improve ours. Tommy is impressively skilled in reactive dogs and is patient with them. The way he transformed Kyro was remarkable. We were able to take him out in public and around other dogs with no issues. Tommy and the team's love for their clients is unmeasurable and goes far beyond on the training room. When Kyro got sick, Tommy and Meg ensured we never felt alone in our journey and helped us modify our training to what Kyro could handle. Even after he passed, the team ensured we were not alone. We are excited to start a new chapter with our new Puppy, which of course includes Tommy, Meg and now Colleen. I cannot express how much I recommend this group of individuals for any dog training needs. They're patient, understanding and remarkable with dogs. They truly care for their clients.Allyssa Garvey

The team at Sit Means Sit has worked WONDERS for my dog, Bridget! She is 6 years old and has never had any training as a puppy (due to previous owner) so we were quite literally trying to teach an old dog new tricks. My husband and I could barely get her out of the car and walk 3 feet to the door without getting completely mauled, dragged, or jumped on. Now after a few private lessons, her and I can just casually go for walks like normal people! The vast improvements Bridget has made through this program have honestly brought me to tears. I am so happy, I can't thank them enough!!!Sara Maiorana

We have nothing but great things to say about "Sit Means Sit Dog Training". They know what they are doing. We adopted a blind and deaf dog who is a 5 month old puppy. She is wonderful but training would have been nearly impossible for us without help. She is now walking like a champ, using the backbyard for potty and gets along great with everyone she meets. We cannot recommend this training facility enough. Thank you Tommy and Colleen for all you have done for our family. Even with working individually with our youngest daughter to help her feel completely at ease with Evie.Sharon Brand

I don’t have any experience yet I’ve only made one phone call and I don’t want to and I really don’t want someone to help me but unfortunately I’m running out of credit card limit and my job I had lost and I finally found another one thank God this is hard and everybody but what I will say it’s really hard and elderly and I will keep repeating that elderly and people who have nobody and if we don’t have vehicles or we can’t drive because we have health conditions it doesn’t make it easy or if the days if they have it open are the days that we are in such a worker and had to take care of those yes working in the nursing home is considered a sensual taking care of those who are handicapped or disabled that’s essential we stop to continue with that especially the people that we are employed byHave family members that need us to be there so we are all essential workers not just certain people we are all essential to our world and we all need help right now I don’t care if I get one bag of food delivered to me it’s helpful and we all deserve it there should be no prejudiceJulie Deuel

Came here to volunteer through my work. Was really impressed with their mission and staff. The warehouse was tremendously large and it was amazing to see so much food getting ready to be sent out to those who need it. The two hours spent volunteering was well organized and I felt like we accomplished a lot. I would encourage anyone seeking volunteer time/hours to go to FeedMore WNY.Sarah G

Appointments mean nothing, save don't be late. Can't imagine how long one might have to wait if late. I was early and still took over 3 hours to unload. 90 minutes just to get a dock. Dead end street. Not much space.J. Cooper

This gym is everything I could have ever wanted under one roof. A section that sells the latest fitness clothes, a smoothie bar with supplement snd snack options. Pre-prepped meals and a special room with a service that you’ll have to come in and see. There are two full floors of state of the art equipment, sauna rooms and an outdoor workout space. There are many classes offered here, so don’t miss out on that. I didn’t want to load too many pictures because you really should come by and see it for yourself! The staff is nice, the prices for membership tiers are fair and the gym is spotless!April Khan

Jada is an experience like no other! The team and ownership have become like family to me. They are BEST IN CLASS without a doubt!! With amazing retail for adults and children, childcare for kids, ready to go meals, nutrition coaching, and the kindest people to greet you upon walking in, it’s the best gym hands down. Jada has a network of really great members who have become close friends over the years. They host monthly events and their group classes are really fun. You need to go check them out!Sondra Vidal

Just left Jada feeling really motivated! Many people think it’s a big intimidating gym but trust me it’s worth a shot going and seeing for yourself. The staff is so nice, the equipment is the top of the line and it is extremely clean. No other gym can compare to what this facility has to offer. I really can’t say enough about it. Justin and Ashley put their heart and souls into what they do and provide the best atmosphere you need to create a better lifestyle for yourself!Amanda malouf

As an independently owned gym, I definitely give this place credit. Everyone is welcoming, the facilities are clean, you feel included and welcome. Dom in particular is one trainer who I find is very attentive to checking form and giving you modifications (even if that means mods to make it harder lol). You’ll get a full body workout and burn lots of calories. As a franchise, I feel like this kind of workout is geared toward those familiar with lifts and HIIT. Like CrossFit, there is often a focus on complex lifts done quickly for max energy burn. For example, 60s of deadlifts to clean to overhead press done as part of a cardio workout. This is awesome to sweat and hit your muscles but it is a very complex move. A deadlift itself deserves a full instruction with real time feedback and takes awhile to master. So caution those who are newer to complex lifts to take your time to avoid injury. Unlike CrossFit, there are not slower portions of class dedicated to mastering form. That said, these owners in particular do the best job they can with this given format. If you’re looking for a full body bootcamp that is fun, literally never boring, and time flies while getting your butt kicked—this is your place. If you’re looking for pure muscle building, I would supplement with slower lift days focused on form and progressive overload though no doubt these workouts will make you stronger.Cara Hall

Best decision I’ve made was joining this gym. I’ve been on sports teams my whole life and not having that has made it difficult for me to workout/know what to do in a regular gym. This feels just like being apart of a team – and you really are a team! ALL of the coaches are exceptional and know exactly when you need that extra motivation. They also guide you to make sure you’re doing all of the exercises safely and accurately. I’m sadly moving in a month but I will 100% be finding the closest F45 gym when I get to my new home. 🙂Allison Moore

I’ve have never been a fan of going to the gym. I’ve joined countless gyms in the past but have never followed through with going. F45 is the best experience I’ve ever had with working out. The concept is everything that I’ve always needed to “stick to it”. The place is really nice and I can’t say enough about the entire staff. I’m a huge fan of them all at Black Rock and am really appreciative of their willingness to help me. They making working out fun. Do yourself a favor and join!Natalie Perez

I have been an unlimited member of Orange Theory for several months now. I usually do not go to this studio but there was a waitlist at my home studio so I decided to come here. It was snowing and the roads were extremely icy. I called the studio to let them know I would be 5 minutes late and the manager was extremely nasty. She said that if I wasn’t there exactly 5 min after the start of the class I would not be allowed in. I never heard of this before and have gone to several classes at other studios where members have strolled in even 10 minutes late without a problem. When I arrived at the studio, 5 minutes late, she refused to let me in. She claimed that it had been 6 minutes since the start of the class. The way she handled the situation was extremely unprofessional and I have never experienced such poor treatment in my life. I pay $160 a month to attend these classes and I should have been allowed in. I drove 30 minutes to attend this class in a snow storm and was literally kicked out. The manager should be ashamed of herself for her horrible customer service. This experience was extremely upsetting to me considering how much I love the Orange Theory workouts.Rachel Antonison

I’ve been an OTF member at a different location for six years and have been to several studios across the US. This studio has dated equipment that malfunctions including multiple treadmills that will suddenly stop. The woman who I assumed to be the manager lacked customer service skills and was incredibly unprofessionally acting and looking. I recommend Sweat Society or Revolution Buffalo for an overall better customer experience. I have an unlimited OTF package and I would rather spend money at another gym than waste my time at the Transit Rd OTF.Angela DelBalso

I love all my visits to Orange theory as well as the coaches there. They're fantastic! As a runner, my fitness workouts tended to be a bit specific to running, until I started at OT….and the workouts are super challenging. They're no joke, and great for improving my overall fitness beyond just running. But they are also easily modified based on the abilities of each person. So, all types of people can walk out having received the same amount of challenge, tailored to them.Colin Gleason

Signing up for studio 14 was one of the best decisions I’ve made. It’s such an inclusive, challenging, and fun gym that I look forward to going to each week. I signed up for personal training and 2 classes a week which is the perfect balance for me. I appreciate that you can customize your workout schedule to fit your schedule and the small class size is ideal. The workouts are fun and the different classes offered provides variety so you are not doing the same thing. The trainers are friendly and care about their clients. I would recommend this gym to anyone who is looking to get into a routine and challenge themselves. I’ve been a member for 10 months and see significant overall improvement in my health and fitness since joining. 10/10!Olivia Jackson

Absolutely love Studio 14!!! My fiancé and I both started here almost a year ago now with personal training and could not be happier! We have both hit our goals and enjoyed getting there! Trainers are all amazing, everyone knows your name when you walk in and super friendly. This is the first time we have stuck with any workout program long term and we credit that to this amazing team. I have recommended Studio 14 to many friends! You get some much more then with a typical gym membership. They truly care about changing your mindset and lifestyle choices in order to fit your unique fitness goals!!Ashley Kerr

I’ve never been a gym/working out person a friend brought me to studio 14 a little over a year ago and I haven’t left. The trainers are all so friendly welcoming and knowledgeable they make you feel like family. I have learned so much about working and healthy eating and life style habits. The results I’ve seen and how far I’ve come, not only physically but mentally because of this gym and Sara my trainer, make me proud of myself. I love that the classes are a half hour but you still end up leaving dripping in sweat! I have and will continue to recommend this gym to any and everyone!Michelle McGuire