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Happy Customers
My husband and I attended the Balloon Training Institute in December 2017. We were looking for a way to learn balloon decor hands on and be able to learn within a reasonable time. We traveled from Ontario Canada and did the 6 day course. We could not believe the amount of skills we had learned by the end and the amazing friends we made. Not to mention all the “extras” we got for being there. Ben and Billy taught us how to start a balloon business and be successful. We were 100% happy with the course and material taught. We would go back again! Plus the lifetime guarantee is an amazing add on! Don’t hesitate if your interested! You won’t regret going!
Two and a half years ago, February 2nd to be exact, I woke up, and something inside said “go to balloon school”. Now, I was never a balloon kind of person before this. I didn’t think of balloons, I owned a gift shop (which i recently closed to pursue balloons full time, after 23 years in business).
Not having any idea where to start, I hit the internet. The first academy that came up was “The Balloon Institute”. I picked up my phone, and called the number. Much to my surprise, a human answered the phone!!! It was Ben, owner and operator (with his partner Billy) of the Balloon Institute. I was so excited I could barely contain myself. Within a day, Ben had me signed up, and on February 4, 2021, my Ballooner journey began.
I spent months, and I mean months, taking class everyday. Practicing everyday. Trying, and practicing, and sometimes failing. When I succeeded, Ben and Billy were there to cheer me on, when I failed, Ben was always honest with me, Caryn, that was not good. Then he would talk me through my issues, ANYTIME I needed him.
I learned the foundation of ballooning. THE MOST IMPORTANT part. You cant fly if you cant walk. From how to tie, to how to inflate properly, stack, store, build props, table top, helium...all of the most important parts of becoming a successful, and talented, ballooner.
My heart is, and will always be, so deeply grateful for the lessons I have learned with Ben and Billy. Most important, the support I received, emotional and educational, has been unsurpassed. These men are my friends, and I cherish them. If they didnt believe in me the way they did... I would never have had the confidence to pursue this.
Balloons are my Magic. The Balloon Institute, helped me nurture that magic, and bring it to life.
May you all find your magic.
Caryn Cannova
Hudson Valley Balloon Girl
Balloon Classes Online (Ben & Billy) has helped me break out of my comfort zone with balloons & taken me to a level of professionalism I never thought possible. With their classes & their videos I have created & continue to create some amazing pieces of balloon art. The classes have provided me with the knowledge to create anything. They have been with me, guiding me & encouraging me every step of my entry into the balloon world & it's been awesome!!! I am so fortunate to have them in my corner, cheering, encouraging & challenging me every day to do more, as Ben would say "YOU GOT THIS". They take the time to answer all of my questions and I do have a lot of questions. So would I recommend Balloon Classes Online? DEFINITELY!!! You want to create professional balloon art? Sign up now, you won't be disappointed. I know I'm not. Thank you Ben & Billy for all you do!!!! You both ROCK 🙂
Easy access, no traffic, you can do this in your home.
Wow! I went to the in person class from Aug 8-13. I am shocked at how much I learned in just a few days. The instructors are very knowledgeable and their teaching method is fun. I will be opening my business soon and I am confident I will be successful. Thank you BTI.
I attended in September 2019, and let me tell you - the hands on experience and valuable information I received has changed the direction of my business and my avenue of revenue. I even landed a contract for All Star Weekend in Chicago this week.
Thank you Ben and Billy!!!
I loved every minute of this class I learned so many things!!!! If you want to learn great balloon techniques please take this course you will not be disappointed!!!!
Ben and Billy are amazing. Knowledge in all aspects of Balloon Decor. I will be back in 2019. Amazing teachers and very fun to get along with. Met many wonderful people.
I have thoroughly enjoyed my time training with Ben & Billy. I have learned so much in such short time. I feel more prepared and confident that I can be successful in my business. Thank you so much!!
I just completed my 6 day Balloon Training Course with Ben & Billy and they were great! I found the classes so effective because they were completely focused on the goals I wanted to achieve for my business. The classes also generated a lot of ideas on how I can grow my business and better my balloon skills. Ben and Billy are full of personality. They were attentive, entertaining and knowledgeable. And lets not forget about their newest employee Nikki, she was great and so willing to help us out. I will not only be back but would recommend these classes to anyone who wants to learn anything about balloons. Thank you all so much for a great week and I hope to see you soon.
To say that attending the training at Balloon Training Institute will change your life, is not an overstatement. Not only will you learn the techniques that the professional balloon artists keep to themselves, or learn how to start a business from scratch, but you will also get the insight and inspiration to do things that you had not originally realized was even possible. If you have an interest in balloon decorating, come to this class! You will discover an industry that can be very profitable if done the right way. This class may actually help you change the course that you are on. If you are just looking to take your party/event decorating to the next level this class is perfect for that too. The effort you put into it is up to you, but the things that Ben and Billy teach will make it possible.
The only way I can think of to describe Ben and Billy is they are both "Business in the front, but party in the back." They are very driven to make sure that you get the most out of every minute of training. They realize that this class is an investment for you and they want to make sure that you get every penny's worth and more. They do, however love to have fun. They are both very warm, hilarious, welcoming, and totally down to earth. They are both the kinds of people that you can meet once and pretty much know immediately that they will be friends for life. They are both very passionate about what they do and they will continually remind you that they want you to be successful, they want you to come back, they want to support you through all of your journey.
When you book the class, make sure you stay an extra day or two to take in the Smoky Mountains. This area is beautiful and there is so much to see and do. I would even recommend renting a cabin and perhaps making it a little mini-vacation. it's all about Business in the front but party in the back. lol
Ben and Billy's hand on class was well worth the time and money. The follow-on lifetime support is a perk that I am now finding to be just as valuable as the week-long class. I appreciate the time Ben takes to answer my decor questions and moreover the business questions. I feel fortunate to have this type of support!
I just got back from the July class and had amazing time. I had no experience with balloons and walked away with everything I needed to start my business. We did over twenty builds wow! Ben and Billy are absolutely wonderful. I celebrated my birthday while I was there and Ben and Billy along with my classmates made it a special day. If you’re thinking about going into this business I highly recommend Balloon Training Institute.
My husband and I had a learning experience at Balloon Training Institute that was nothing less than AweSome!!!! It was definitely eye opening and so much of a variety of information and hands on opportunities provided. It absolutely exceeded all expectations we had ever imagined. Thanks to Ben & Billy. Our balloon world has launched and have been empowered to realize the sky is the limit.
These are great people and while I haven't personally taken a course, I have seen first hand a lot of their work and their creations are incredible!!
Ben and Billy has given me the keys to another part of my business.
I am so glad that I have had the opportunity to learn from them.
One of the best learning courses I have ever had.
Ben and Billy really care and is there to help with no strings attach...they are truly educators in their own class
When I tell you that this week has been life changing for me I am not exaggerating. Ben RInes and Billy Muncy are the best in the business in my opinion. I knew some thing before I arrived but let me tell you I go back home much more informed and I feel like there is nothing that I cannot do.
I say to anyone who may be thinking about coming to the Balloon Training Institute I urge you not to hesitate in coming to this program. You will not be sorry that you invested in your future. I cannot say enough, it has been one great week and I am sorry that today is the last day. But I will be back before the year is out. Thanks again Ben and BIlly I will so much better for coming here.
I am so happy that I graduated from Balloon Training Institute. The hands-on large classic balloon decor builds with room to spare was wonderful in their new facility. The personal attention to detail and support is second to none, with marketing and advertising information for real world success. Thank you Ben and Billy for all your effort.
Excellent program Lots of Information from Basic to Advance. Ben and Billy are Wonderful, they really wants you to learn every single aspect of the Balloon Business.
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