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Testimonials
Youth Testimonials:
• “I really liked the ARYA workshop, what I most learned is to control my anger and not let it control me. I also learned better ways to communicate with my loved ones. This class has helped me improve the way I act. I think that it could help any person regardless of how they are, where they find themselves in life and what they think is possible for them…it opens your eyes to options…real, options. So thanks, for everything!”
• “My experience in this workshop has impacted me, in so many ways…It HAS changed me. I can say that it has opened my eyes…and makes me understand that I can be a positive person, that this is something I can CONTROL. I will use the skills that I have learned and use them throughout my life…”
• “These workshops are AMAZING!!! I liked this class and I really didn’t want it to end…I learned a lot (more than I thought, really!) I will apply everything I learned to be more successful in my Life~”
• “What I think is that these workshops should be given to everyone…like English and Math, You should have ARYA as a mandatory class…people, would be like Different…”
• “This class is what I looked forward to. It’s like real skills that we all need.”
• “This class is the BOMB…oh and everything taught is stuff that really matters, to us anyway…I think together with the teacher and the lessons this stuff just hits home…”
• “This was one of the most excellent classes I have EVER had.. I will never forget the lessons taught and how we all related to each class and lesson. I found myself rushing to this class to sit in the front row… I DID not want to miss a thing!”
Testimonies from Facilitators (Youth):
• “ARYA offers 12 lessons, that cover everything: Communication, Managing Emotions, Romance, Money Matters, Making Wise Choices and a chapter on the celebration of personal strengths. The classes empower the students with tangible, real life skills. Now marry these skills with a dynamic, passionate teacher that has learned this truth: that what students hear, they may forget, what they see they may remember, but what they do they will UNDERSTAND. So Active Relationships for Young Adults has it all. Dynamic lessons that teach real life skills, group discussion, role-play, vibrant power-points that help guide the students regardless of their individual learning styles. THESE classes are AMAZING!!!”
• “It has been a wonderful experience to teach the Active Adults Curriculum at the Brownsville Independent School District Parental Involvement Department. It is amazing how you can hear people’s comments during the class, learning and accepting that there are unsolved issues in their lives and how they realize the need of change. At the end what really fills the heart is to hear them planning to make the necessary changes in their lives to have more solid and stable relationships and trying their best to resolve any issues or conflicts they have.”
Facilitator Training Reviews from 2009 Events (Military Professionals):
• “The flow of the training was well paced with lecture and activities.”
• “The pace was super and you really met the participants’ needs! Best program I’ve seen meeting the military issues.”
• “Material made for a ready-to-go presentation format with flexible module placement in a variety of settings.”
• “This is the most comprehensive resource for military families today.”
• “Love, Love, LOVE the flexibility. With 24 modules and the flexibility of the program, the options are almost limitless! There’s something for all audiences!”
• “The most organized/thorough [program] ever seen. Excellent training!”
• “No matter whether you are military or not, the program works for everybody.”
• “Outstanding. Never received so much [material] from one workshop seminar. The best overall written materials that I have come across. A good value.”
• “The material is phenomenal! Training is research-based and easy to understand and present.”
• “I think anyone who is doing relationship skill development/marriage programs would find this program a great tool for their skill arsenal. Military program is succinct and wonderful for military members and their families.”
• “I am certified to teach other programs and I am impressed with this curriculum!”
• “I will use this training to make changes in my own life.”
• “Flexible and well researched. Something for everybody who needs to improve relationship skills.”
• “Thanks so much for a dynamic program/training.”
• “[I want to comment on…] “how much your dedication and commitment to the military community is appreciated.”
• “The best. Everything organized perfectly. Anyone can follow the leader’s guide.”
• “Love the idea of “small” group for military spouses when partner is deployed. Excellent way to communicate and help build community with the Guard (who doesn’t often feel they are “military”) and have their own community. Thank you!”
• “I enjoyed the video illustrations that explained key points within curriculum.”
• “This is a dynamic, comprehensive, complete relationship skills program for all members of the military community.”
Participant Reviews about Classes (Military Participants):
• “Don't get married, or divorced, before you attend this seminar."
• “I highly recommend this seminar to any couple needing a refresher course in the subject of "why I fell in love with my spouse."
• “For those young in marriage and in the military, this is the foundation for them to build on. The tools taught can be taken with them for a lifetime. Getting back to the ‘basics.’ This is a must have for any couple to go to the next level."
• “Good seminars for bringing couples closer together regardless of the length of time they have been together."
• “We are trained for everything else! This is one training event you should not miss!"
• “Great class, a lot of fun, while working out problems."
• “This seminar was good stuff to learn. Helps you realize the things to do, what not to do and what to expect."
• “I thought my marriage was in the wrong direction until I went to the seminar and found out that we're normal!"
• “Extremely informative and made me aware of my own behaviors that were not beneficial to my relationship...and what I can do to change."
• “After the seminar you will see things different."
• “The seminar was a reinforcement training. It helps you stay focused on your intent mission concerning your family members and loved ones."
• “It’s great knowing what a difference just a little effort can make in our relationships and families."
• “If you get to do this course, please do it. It is worth your time."
• “Eye opening!"
Testimonials from Parent Classes (Head Start):
• “The SMART card and POWER card are very effective tools.”
• “The materials provided are strong tools to enhance a couple’s life and influence their children.”
• “Extremely helpful and family-oriented.”
• “Everything that was taught was done in an easy to absorb manner.”
• “It was a wonderful experience. I learned so much more than I expected. I will use my new knowledge to help with future goals.”
• “These skills will be passed down to our children.”
• “Everything I learned here will benefit my family.”
• “It saved our marriage.”
• “I plan to use these skills on a daily basis.”
Testimonials (Christian):
• “Great education, a wealth of information, that can be utilized to help couples strengthen their relationships and develop great working relationships with other facilitators.”
• “I have learned the skills for myself but above all I have been empowered to share them with many couples in our coalition and in my line of work.”
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