What services does your business offer and what makes your business stand out from the competition? The Kuno Silat Academy has been around for decades teaching one of the most sophisticated and sought after systems of traditional Pentjack Silat from Java, Indonesia. The root of the art comes from an older style called Serak. Our Academy is a wonderful place to train, get fit and make new friends. What's one tip for first-time students that will make them feel like veterans? Get ready to learn something new and have lots of fun. Wear comfortable clothes, bring water, and a towel, and a notebook. You will get a good work out and at the same time learn many new self defense skills. What was the inspiration to start or run this business? This art is like nothing you have seen before. We want to share this special martial art with you! Kuno Silat teaches nearly effortless throws and sweeps, powerful blocks and strikes, locks and more. Our Silat is so adept at take downs, that the art focuses on defense against multiple attackers. What do you love most about your job? We love seeing the astonishment of new students when they see what they can accomplish through learning this art. Even students with a vast martial arts background in other systems including MMA, will see the effectiveness of Kuno Silat. Men and women and children can benefit from learning Silat.

What services does your business offer and what makes your business stand out from the competition? In addition to studying martial arts for 5+ years, I have clinical experience as a marriage and family therapist trainee who works with people of all ages. I specialize in parenting & relational skills. B. Kenpo prepares students for ground & standing combat. Smaller classes = detailed instruction. Is your location strictly for adults, or can kids participate as well? No age restriction. Classes held at 2 locations- 15650 Devonshire St. in Granada Hills & Old Orchard Park in Santa Clarita. What was the inspiration to start or run this business? I believe it is far too common that we see overcrowded dojos where students are falling between the cracks, allowed to practice techniques incorrectly and behave badly. I aim to hold my students to a high bar of martial arts and integrity. My goal is to empower people and to effect lasting change. What do you love most about your job? I love teaching and being around martial arts!! It is so rewarding to see students be challenged, mentally and physically, to champion over their fears and develop a sense of self-esteem and respect for themselves as well as others. I update parents after every class about progress and growth.

What services does your business offer and what makes your business stand out from the competition? Created and run by professionally certified guides who love what they do and want to share their experiences. What is the experience customers can expect? No experience is necessary; only a desire to push your limits and explore the great outdoors. You don't have to be a professional athlete to participate in outdoor adventure. All you need to do is have a willingness to learn and trust who you are with. We are those people that you can trust. What was the inspiration to start or run this business? To provide an affordable adventure that is run by certified and knowledgeable guides with experience in the industry. What do you love most about your job? Seeing someone step out of their comfort zone and experience that rush of adrenaline inspires our guides to keep delivering more exciting challenges and to set higher goals.

What services does your business offer and what makes your business stand out from the competition? Claudia Roberts is the owner of Pacific Dressage, LLC and began her training barn over 22 years ago with the goal of providing riders the knowledge and confidence they needed to become better partners with their horses. She is a USDF "L" judge and also earned the USDF Silver and Bronze Medals. What's one tip for first-time students that will make them feel like veterans? Preferably wear riding breeches and boots with a heel. What was the inspiration to start or run this business? Claudia practiced as a psychotherapist for ten years prior to becoming a trainer. Her background in psychology enhances her ability to connect with each rider and horse. Claudia speaks fluent Spanish as well. What do you love most about your job? What I love most about being a horse trainer is seeing my clients and their horses improve.

What services does your business offer and what makes your business stand out from the competition? This class will help condition new or non dancers and martial artists alike, and enhance strength and flexibility by using dance moves. Exercise is challenging. How do you keep clients motivated and engaged? Stretching techniques will range from beginning to advanced. You will also learn to release your inhibitions through dance and stretching. We will target abdominals, back, shoulders, hips, hamstrings, arms and legs using resistance training, toning, cardio, flexibility, balance and coordination. What was the inspiration to start or run this business? Love the art of dance, strength training and keeping myself fit. Always lived a healthy balance life and love to share my passion with others. What do you love most about your job? My students always come back for more which tells me they love it.

Water Wings Northridge recognizes that swimming lessons aren't just for kids. Sure, there's Baby Swim, which introduces three-month-olds to the water with the help of their parents. Likewise, Seahorse teaches freestyle and backstroke basics to 3–5 year-olds. But the pool—part of the United States Swim School Association—also caters to Adults who can work one-on-one with an instructor, take group classes, or get in an hour-long workout during a lap swim class. No matter the age or skill level, swimmers can practice all year long since the swimming pool is indoors. Its water stays 90 degrees, the perfect temperature for practicing the breaststroke or keeping a marshmallow at room temperature.