YAFTA International Beeston Road, Leeds LS11 6AD

"I originally attended YAFTA because I was lucky enough to win a competition with the casting website Casting Call Pro but have continued classes after my prize was complete because I was enjoying the experience so much and felt I was getting real benefit from regular training. As I working actress I feel it is really important to continue learning between jobs and an hour a week is a suitable amount of time to fit into a busy schedule. I began attending in Leeds and found the Carriageworks really easy to find and while parking isn't the easiest I have always found a spot on a nearby street. The tutor is absolutely fantastic and the other students really welcoming. Having been at the classes for an extended period I've met lots of different actors and I think YAFTA caters really well for a wide range of people; from those who are simply interested in acting as a hobby through to those who are already working professionally. There is a good balance in the training as it covers acting and audition skills, real practise in front of the camera and feedback sessions where you watch yourself back. I like the fact there is a structured syllabus and opportunities for quantifying your progress through short filmmaking, examinations and agency auditions. I have now moved to the Harrogate class as it is a shorter distance to travel but miss the friends I made in Leeds! I'd definitely recommend giving YAFTA classes a go, warning though, you'll probably get hooked!"

"A very professional organisation with experienced and friendly tutors for acting classes for all ages and levels and affordable Masterclasses for the more serious actors. My 12 year old has been attending teenage acting classes for 8 months, progressing on from a children's stage school. She finds the classes fun, encouraging and challenging and now attends acting Masterclasses. I would highly recommend YAFTA to anyone of any age who is a keen to learn from people who are experienced in the acting industry."

"The perfect solution for any aspiring actor in the area, learn the skills needed to become a professional actor & have fun doing it!"

"This company is quite simply, the best in Yorkshire for acting classes and workshops. I have attended many different classes and workshops in the past and none have gone into as much depth about acting and the industry as a whole than what I have seen from YAFTA. Low prices, very experienced teachers, can't recommend them enough."

"I have attended several of YAFTAs weekly courses and their inaugral 2 day Masterclass (with former Emmerdale actor Kurtis Stacey) and continue to find them of great benefit to the aspiring actor. The weekly courses cover key skills such as working with the camera, styles of acting, vocal coaching and other key skills needed to break into the film and TV industry. The tutors are engaging, knowledgable, honest and helpful and I can't recommend this Academy highly enough. Based in Leeds city centre and on the outskirts of Leeds, the academy courses are accessible, great value for money and a great way to meet and work with other up and coming talent in a friendly, relaxed environment"