John D’Aquino’s Actors Workshops

“The classes and staff at YAW always help me grow as an actor and a person. The staff puts so much effort into helping each and every student grow. I… Read more “Allie Thompson”

“John is a wonderful teacher with a passion and knowledge of the craft. He is constructive and roots for us to keep improving our skills. Love that I am able… Read more “Erica Dade”

“We received a beautiful relationship with a village of professionals that would prove to have a profound impact on our daughter (and whole family) in a short amount of time.… Read more “Jen Anderson”

“For any actor that is interested in bettering themselves as an artist while also gaining meaningful insight of the industry, I highly recommend taking one of John’s workshops. He’s an… Read more “Isabel Loren”

“John D’Aquino and his staff have been a true blessing. They go above and beyond to help kids grow in their craft and guide them in their development as careers… Read more “Sandra Castillo”

“My daughter, Megan started classes with John and his amazing coaches almost a year ago. The boost in her confidence and all around skill set is incredible. She loves every… Read more “Lisa Harris”

“John is amazing! His commitment to the whole actor and to the process, along with his positivity and guidance are heartfelt and make these actors GROW! My son always walks… Read more “Andrea Judd”

“I loved the Active Interrogation workshop. I learned that if you have questions in your head you think the character is asking, it changes the way you say the line.… Read more “Sarah Noelle Eeastep”

“John is such an amazing coach! I love his active interrogation concept, it has helped me gain multiple callbacks and it makes me feel more attached to my work!”

“John D’Aquino has been a mentor to me. He and his staff have helped me and my mom navigate this business. I was lucky enough to book my first movie… Read more “Owen Atlas”

“John D’Aquino’s coaches, classes, workshops, and camps helped me prepare and book my first feature film. Their classes are always fun, I’m always learning new things, and they’re far from… Read more “Jacob Perez”

“Class with John is a breath of fresh air. I am originally from Kenya, Africa and after I moved to the US it has been hard to get on my… Read more “Silas Mwenda”

So much of what I have accomplished is in at least some part owed to what I learned from John and Japheth. Camp Hollywood was especially important to my development… Read more “Kira Kosarin”

“John’s class is really fun. There is always something new, like a challenge. John is always there for you. No matter what class you are in you will always have… Read more “Judah Prehn”

I received the best training I think I’ve ever had. The instructors and other students and insanely welcoming, helpful, and supportive. I’ve known the community for a couple months but… Read more “Olive Kimbrell”

I am very grateful for the Virtual Camp Hollywood, it was a great opportunity to meet very talented fellow artists from all over the country. I learned so much. Our… Read more “Siri Hiremath”

Camp Hollywood was an absolute game changer for my daughter, Nora. It got way more in depth than any other class she has taken. The teachers assume the kids can… Read more “Molly Yates (Mom of Nora Yates)”

Camp Hollywood was a blast! I learned so much about becoming a better actor at every level of my career. From making my resume professional to rocking the red carpet,… Read more “Chloe Schueller”

JDYAW is such an amazing school! Our son was 7 years old when he decided he wanted to be an actor. We made the move to LA and then a friend… Read more “Tanya Lookadoo (mom of Avery Lookadoo)”

John and coaches are the absolute best. John has been there for us from the beginning of this incredible journey sharing his insight, expert navigation and all the classes, camps,… Read more “Richard Russell (dad of Tristan Russell)”

We were introduced to John & Young Actor’s Workshop through my son’s manager and they are THE BEST. Everyone who works there is incredibly talented and accomplished – and they… Read more “Leah Prehn (mom of Judah Prehn)”

This studio provides students with a strong foundation of skills to make them feel prepared going into any audition or walking on to any set. The studio has amazing teachers… Read more “Waverley Lim”

My daughter has been a student at this school for over two years and John and all of the staff are the absolute best and always there to support the… Read more “Courtney Caparella-Kraemer (Mom of Reagan Kraemer)”

John and his team certainly go the extra mile to provide nothing but the best for their students. Each lesson is personalized and encouraging. The instructors always find a way… Read more “Julia Green”

John’s online workshops provide an advantage for all actors. Working on how to perform in a virtual format gives students the ability to be prepared for live virtual auditions, allowing… Read more “Brody Ensor”

I have been working with John for a couple years and am so glad that I have. I have learned so much about acting and the dedication and the time… Read more “Peyton Nebens”

An actor friend recommended John’s workshops to me and, after completing Procedural Drama and The Audition Reimagined, I cannot sing his praises loudly enough. John is quite possibly one of… Read more “Jill Paris”

As the mom of a young actor, I wanted to experience an acting class myself. WOW! I was not prepared for the amazing community of actors that I would meet… Read more “Leah Prehn”

At a very young age, I fell in love with acting, and my parents decided to support my dream. They took me to Los Angeles, and I started classes at… Read more “Noah Rico”

It is hard to come up with the right words to express how important and impactful JOHN D’AQUINO’S YAW has been for us. First and most importantly, they have been… Read more “Claudia Chain”

I learned lifelong, useful acting techniques that will forever benefit my career. All of the instructors were very timely in their responses to any questions I had and genuinely wanted… Read more “Mimi Bourke”