20 Best Free Training Programs For Adults In Bakersfield, CA (2022 Updated)

I took a USCCA Firearms Instructors 2 day course to be able to teach Basic Handgun, CCW, and home defense. Instructor Naomi Moss from Greenhorn outfitters was my counselor. Instructor Moss demonstrated knowledge in what she was teaching, she does not only teach it to you, she ensures you value your training. She is passionate about the industry and is there to support you. We need more people like her in the industry. Class room environment was not intimidating. She was very welcoming. Her class I very engaging, there was never a really moment where you weren't involved. Block of instructions was clear and precise. Demonstrated understanding of how to run a safe range. All around great Naomi is a great person.Andy Chay

I took a USCCA firearms instructor class with Naomi the last two days and it was phenomenal! Naomi is such an engaging and knowledgeable instructor. There was not one moment of time during the two days when we were not digging into the material, learning and have a very engaging learning experience. I highly recommend her. The USCCA has a wonderful representative in Naomi!Tina Hopson

Just got my USCCA instructor cert from Naomi and I thoroughly enjoyed the class and learned a ton. She’s super detailed with her knowledge and methodology, and very focused on all the nuances of firearms that most people don’t know and most instructors don’t touch on. Definitely not an average instructor.Mark Hollenbaugh

I love the ppl that work here, they give you personal attention and positive feedback and explain all the equipment and services they provide! They have herbal tea and purified water for free and encourage hydration! The staff is very dedicated to their clients and genuinely interested in their care and lives! “Its great to be at Osteostrong” is their motto! And it is true! I love Osteostrong! I’ve been going since 2/2019 with the exception of the pandemic, I was so glad to be able to get back to my Osteogenic loading therapy and all the other treatments they have, ask them about redl light therapy and the Biocharger, cool bio hacking treatments It’s worth it to me, it has helped me improve my balance, taught me how to walk upright (before I was hunched over) and improved my bone density! I enjoy the “Chi” relaxing treatment and the foot baths! They have a free session to see if you’d like it. I highly recommend this place!Mary Helen Sheffield

Not only do they have machines for osteogenic loading to help with Osteopenia and osteoporosis they also have many other modalities that assist with detox plus they have something for everyone. Love the place. The coaches are knowledgeable and friendly. It’s a great atmosphere. I have been a member since they opened. I am glad we have one in Bakersfield.Renee Jones

Osteostrong has a great wellness program. Love the staff. They are very friendly and guide you through every step of the process. My main goal is for stronger bones, however, some of what they offer should help with my lymphedema as well. I look forward to my appointment each week.Janet Harwell

What a deal! One day Traffic school satisfied my requirements to finish traffic school online. I was informed on the Nevada driving laws. Especially since I received a traffic ticket while visiting and driving in Las Vegas and living in Los Angeles. Without leaving my home, One Day Traffic school online program allowed me to complete my certificate quickly to be electronically sent to the Las Vegas Justice court, what a relief. I would highly recommend One Day traffic school to everyone.Mitchell Horn

We were snowed in today in Illinois, so it was a good day of quiet to take this class at the One Day Traffic School. The website was easy to navigate to get logged in and start the course. I actually learned a few things about driving in California (that I love to visit) and also refreshers on driving techniques that I'd forgot about. Thank you for making this class affordable and easy to read. Sincerely, DLGDorothea Gaspar

One Day Traffic School provides a straightforward program and their customer service is top-notch. The information is presented in a concise, easy-to-read format and prepares you well for the final exam. One Day Traffic School is priced right and even has options available for procrastinators that need proof of traffic school submitted ASAP. I highly recommend One Day Traffic School.Teri Sudduth

I have to say after 8 sessions of laser hair removal, I’m definitely not happy. I feel like they definitely missed several areas. There were areas that have a lot of hair growth compared to others. And it seems like other areas were completely missed. I would not want anyone to get these services. I spent over 4k…oooohhh but they offer maintenance package for like 900 dollars lol I would not recommend laser hair removal from laser away to anyone. If I could give it a zero I would. Service:   Laser hair removalButterfly Mama

I have had the absolute worst experience with their customer service. Although their staff is nice at appointments. I spent $2000 on 8 sessions of laser hair removal and have zero reduction in hair. Their response is that there are no guarantees!!! And they offered 2 free sessions. Why would 2 free sessions help anything if 8 sessions did ABSOLUTELY nothing. Complete waste of time and Money. Zero customer service and backing their quality of work. Service:   Laser hair removalJeanette Berrigan

Excellent experience! Great cost…easy experience .. staff is friendly and kind received great deals after first visit from Esmeralda. I felt comfortable and safe, all my questions were answered thoroughly. Can’t say enough great things about this Laser Away, honestly. Wide range of services and super accommodating.Blanca Nieves

I took the CPR class for first timers and our instructor was late so the owner had to come in and she too was 5 min late. The whole thing was done in 1 hour and 30 min, while the website states it’s usually a 4 hour course. We didn’t practice any of the of the 2 person scenarios which I presume was for covid reasons. I would have totally understood that had it not been for the fact that neither of the instructors wore masks. I don’t understand how you can be an instructor on how to save lives all while not wearing a mask, while all the students did. In addition, the owner even acknowledged covid by saying she wasn’t going to have us practice giving breaths “because all of this is going on” referring to covid as she pointed to her mask-less face. I feel if you hadn’t had previous instruction the test would be a little difficult as 95% of the course was watching videos while the instructor was on the computer. If you want to get your CPR card in under two hours this is your place to go.Priscilla

I enrolled literally 30-40 min before the class started and was worth it! The site was very clean! Darren is the best instructor ever he’s very knowledgeable, makes sure you understand and if you don’t he answers your questions as well. The mannequins are up to date working properly! He had snacks and refreshments for us and the site has a restroom as well. He had a good sense of humor to make sure your expirence goes by fast but also get informed in what your suppose to know. I’ll be coming back forsure when it’s time to renew my CPR👌Simply LV

AMAZING! That’s all I have to say about this company. From the second I called till the second I started my class everyone was very informative and helped me with any questions I had. I felt like they went the extra mile with everyone in my class. I walked away with tons of knowledge and will definitely be going back to renew my certifications. 100000000% recommend. THANK YOU KERN CPR!!!!!meghan thompson

Where do I start. If your looking for a place to workout with great trainers and great atmosphere then this is your place. All levels welcome with the ability to challenge yourself. Coach's are encouraging and knowledgeable. They offer Boxing classes, Women's BootCamp and Kids classes. I've been attending for a little over a year now consistently. The workouts are always different. I truly wake up looking forward to my workouts. The coaches feel like family. And I would recommend this gym to anyone searching for a new place to start working out or to continue their fitness goals. They work with you at any level. Keep up the great work Victory Boxing Studios!! My husband has done the Boxing AM, my son has done Kids Boxing & I've done the Bootcamps all great classes!!Lisa Gurule

Amazing place! Amazing people! Great energy!! It is a scary thing to try something new for the first time, but the coaches at Victory Boxing studio made it so welcoming and the sport so enjoyable. They are the best in town to learn boxing, before I went to them I had also gone to 2 other boxing gyms and honestly VBS is the best. I have been there for about almost a year, and it has been one of the best decisions I’ve made. They also have kid class, got my little nephew into it to and he loves it. They also provide strengthening and conditioning classes. Best in town!Micaela Renton

This has to be my 4th fitness camp at this studio & let me say, when I first started I was unmotivated & so unfit. I had no idea where to start. I am 5’6 and was hitting 230lbs. After months of working with Coach Karla and Oscar I am now down to 207lbs. They don’t just push you physically but mentally as well & that has been my favorite thing. “You can’t help someone unless you help yourself.” Definitely recommend attending any class they offer. It is always a good time and a hell of a workout. The studio is nice and clean as well. Definitely recommend.Alejandra Rojas

A M A Z I N G! I love this program. Easy to use, great counselors, not over priced (like other places) and of course super informative. I was doing part of my program somewhere else and luckily got kicked out and when I asked if I could get back on they said I would have to start all over so of course I said, "no thank you." I remember hearing about THIS program and man I just wish I would just done all of it here! I love this program. Thank you so much for making me feel like you really care about me and helping me put a mistake I made behind me and helping me move on. Thank you.Romeo Reyes

I’m so grateful for the person who I believe was providentially assigned to. Her name is Jamie. Request Jamie, if you can. She’s kind and firm and truthful and as objective as a person could be in this line of work. My experience has been fair and forthcoming. I learned new things about myself, I got some good doses of hope, and I even experienced true and documented miracles! Inbox me if you want to know the deets! #GodIsAwesome #JesusIsLord #ParacleteIsPowerful 💫⭐️🌟✨⚡️☀️💥🔥Jessyca Erin

This program is actually very amazing. Many of us i am sure, are/were in a situation that unfortuntley resulted in having to take this program. It is very empowering, encouraging, uplifting, and supportive. The group sessions were my favorite, being able to talk and listen without feeling judged, to be able to learn tools on how to be better each and every day. I am very happy i took this course.Ashley Duchow

For the driving part. After you finish the 2 weeks in class they give you a 5 page paper and tell you memorize it. They don't have any organization, that's the only direction given. They don't teach you they just watch from outside the truck. The instructors have favorites and if your not one of them they like to watch you mess up and laugh with others. They don't provide any means of comfort. The chairs are hard plastic and there's not enough. There was a few weeks of not even having any shade their tents rip and they don't fix them right away. The trucks are always broke down and you only get a 15min public driving. They'll skip you on the public driving If your not in eyesight. And if you ask when you can go on a drive they shout at you and get really aggressive for only asking a simple question. The positive reviews are from people dedicated to make it through this horrible school. They stood out there and made it through what I said above. I really give them props. They say it's a 6 week course and you end up staying 3 or 4 months. I saw some people there for 6 to 8 months. If you look past my review and take the class. I really hope your dedicated like the positive reviews that made it through hell to get that CDL. Goodluck!Hitman Draco

If your looking to get your CDL do not go to this school. They have way to many students per instructors. The instructors have poor morale and clearly do not like there jobs. Don’t get me wrong the instructors are great and do the best they can. And when you do get a chance to work with them I learn a lot it’s just getting to them is the hard part. They do not stick to any kind of schedule as far as day or evening class so after 4:30pm it’s even more crowded. Most nights after 6 there is only 2 instructors on duty but still over 15 students. You will be waiting 15 to 30 minutes for one skill drive. It’s like pulling teeth to do air breaks. And if you need to drive you may as well forget about it. When I try and push that they tell me I should try and come in sooner. I come in at 4:30 when my class is supposed to start and work full time before class. That is why I signed up for the evening class. I have called and talked to Everett 3 times now and every time I’m told “I’m sorry I’ll have someone out there later this week or next week. I wish I had the time left to get my money back and go somewhere else but unfortunately I don’t.Nathon Bryant

I am a new student at ACI, just started about a 3 weeks ago at the Tulare/Visali. I should of read these reviews before signing up to this school. The school is very unorganized there are to many students out in the yard and not that many instructors. The instructors are always joking around not doing anything, dont offer any help or guidance only reach out to you when you are driving and are about to crash and they dont talk politely they shout out you very unprofessional. When I first spoke with Joe the counselor, he made it sound like it was a well organized school, but it is just a front. Wish I could get my money back, I'd advise people beware before signing up to this school and read all the bad reviews because they are true.Noel Mendoza

First off, I’m new to gym life and working out. I have been going weekly since January (6 months) The “PinkRoom” for women only is wonderful and kept fairly clean—- BY MEMBERS. I have never once seen an employee in this area either cleaning or checking in on clients. I have enjoyed the classes immensely. Yolanda is the best!! That being said, she has been out on recovery from an injury and they have yet to fill her role completely. I would think they could advertise IN THE GYM for a replacement and offer to get them certified for the classes if they really wanted to keep people coming. I’m one person, but Yolanda’s classes are always full —18-20 people each time, 9x a week—- so that’s a lot of people missing workouts (they are geared to older folks) and I would think a club that says they really care about the health of their clients would REALLY care that senior citizens are getting their exercise 🤷🏻‍♀️ but they do not seem to be putting in the effort that could be put in. My second point of contention is that when aqua classes were taking place, it was VERY unsafe to walk from the pool to the locker room. The class is at the same time each day, there is an 85 year old couple who come each time, and the floor is soaked. I ask for it to be mopped each time so they will not slip, the response I got — from the manager/asst manager? Was “I keep asking people to dry off before coming out but they don’t” ummmmm no. The burden lies on you. You are getting paid and are responsible for the safety of your facility. Have an employee with a dry mop stand in the hallway for 15-20 minutes after the class so the senior citizens will not slip and fall( I’m one of the youngest in the class at 50…so🤷🏻‍♀️). Many of the participants in this class are recovering from injury and bad hips/knees anyway😳🤷🏻‍♀️ please show some compassion. I have read reviews for all locations in Bakersfield because I will be changing locations — which sucks bc this one is so convenient for me— and many of the responses to the reviews are scripted🙄so I’m not hopeful for this review to change anything, but I’m writing it anyway to inform others who may be “older” looking for classes that this is not the place for you to feel appreciated. The only other slight negative I have is that I went in person and spoke with a member of management to tell them I was interested in the job that as posted, and was met with a mediocre response and no follow up. My husband said “you’re not young enough or wear enough makeup to hold this job” He’s not wrong. There is definitely a “type” hired at this location. 🤷🏻‍♀️I hope to see something different at the new location I try before changing gyms to a less expensive chain. All of this said, I will end on a positive. There is always empty equipment—even at the busiest times— so you can find a place to workout. The members are friendly and welcoming to newcomers. Always greeted as you enter, even if no one is at the desk. Members also seem to be quite good at cleaning after use, which is encouraging, and I do often see equipment being cleaned by staff— in the main workout area. I hope the critiques here are helpful to those looking for a new place to workout or those choosing an In-Shape location☺️☺️LaWanda Jones

Had membership for many years off and on, came back in April told the person that signed me up I wanted the promo discount for my job, he told me to use the April promo and in two months update my job, came back in June to update the information just to find out that this person miss informed me at least that’s what the manager in turn a lady told me, I explained to her that I don’t need to lie she told me that the young guy that signed me up is not longer an employee that she can cancel my membership but I will have to sign up, not sure if she lie or not but all the time I was in her office she was watching some show on her phone didn’t even bother to lower the volume, so unprofessional. Same day I sent an email to complain about this, no one bothered to answer.Marielos Henriquez

The front desk's job is customer service. My experience so far had been OK but unfortunately my complaint and withdrawing that later appear to be a mistake. I am a cancer survivor you appear to be engaging into socially consciencous behavior this month but trust me I try to just get into the pool without interacting your staff at the front. It is stressful. At the very least they are acting against the law there are ADA laws for cancer patients. There is a cleaning guy who is literally engaging in harassment along with a very aggressive front desk individual who is a female and blonde and tall Now I will not speak to your manager but the headquarters as well as filing a complaint at BBB Please fix your pool and hot tub so they work at all times.Nesli Duda

In Shape is clean, modern, full of great amenities, and has a helpful and friendly staff. Additionally, I enjoy their mobile app. I love the variety of equipment and the circuit training area. It's great to be able to enjoy a workout alone or with my family/fiends and there is a gym very close to my home.Sara Moore

Clean gym with a decent amount of equipment! The staff are all really lovely and helpful. I loved that I could sign up entirely online prior to arriving at the gym. It’s yet to be busy when I visit which I love too. I’m here for the summer and excited to explore all that my Blue membership has to offer.Kate Smith

This is a clean gym with great employees. I’m always greeted by the front desk people who are friendly and helpful.The epuiptment is good quality and kept in good working order. If you forget your towel, they always have a clean one ready to go for you. I always feel better after my workouts here:)IB MAC

Thank you Jose for giving me a free pass since I haven’t been to this gym before!. (I think his name was Jose, he worked the front desk at 2pm 10/15/21) also later saw him walking around the gym cleaning and putting things away. Front desk guy at 4:10 was also nice idk who he was. Good workers here. I felt really comfortable working out in a female only zone too. It didn’t say female only, but I think it didn’t need to be said lol. All around good experience. Great gym.emily rachel

I loved this gym but the area is not as safe as it was before. My purse was stolen from inside the gym locker even while it was locked and that member continues to go to the gym. I decided to let go of my membership early and the gym refused to waive my fees. I’m upset because I will be charged 20 days after the new billing cycle even though I won’t be going anymore, this should be waived for the trouble and money I had to spend to replace my losses.Naomi Carrizales

Requested to cancel and they added an extra month to my cancellation for no other reason but to steal extra $40. If this is there policy it’s Bad Business. I don’t blame the associates if it’s their policy to handle it this way but Jason was nice about it. Was planning on coming back but I think that burnt my bridge.Darren Matthews

Yesterday’s drug testing was pretty bad. They need to train their staff to understand that just because they know the routine, they can’t assume the client knows what to do. The staff should explain what to do and not just assume. It took an hour of waiting, very poor explanation of that. Then the actual going in and steps in the bathroom was pretty clunky, steps involved was not explained. Then in leaving was not explained either. I also want to complain about the TSA walk in. I saw the sign and asked for that when I first came in. Told that it could be done. I waited two hours, no explanation. I asked and was told it would take ‘20 minutes’. That wasn’t true. There wasn’t anyone around. The only way to get help is to walk outside and back in to trigger door bell. I finally asked for my license and passport back and left.Tom Hampton

Employees went to get a insurance required drug test. The building has it posted that its a Covid-19 testing site. The entire lobby had a line through it and stared to extend outside. About 15 people in a small lobby not social distancing and not wearing mask, many of them there asking the front desk about covid testing and not wearing a mask. They did not try to separate individuals wanting a covid test from other patients. Our employees were smart enough to observe what was going on and leave quickly. I normally would not be concerned how a private business or individual chooses to practice covid prevention but this facility is a "Covid Testing Site", i would consider it high risk for a hot spot situation. They are supposed to be medical professionals, how can they be so irresponsible!Clara Dooley

Extremely adaptable lab that is really on top of things. 1) They were virtually the only lab out of many places I had called across Bakersfield that offered rapid results AND whose COVID testing method was in strict compliance with entry requirements into Japan (most other places only met one or the other criterion but not both). 2) Impressively, they had been proactively tracking changes in Japanese entry requirements, and so I didn't even have to bring the new immigration guidelines to their attention. 3) They scrambled to get a doctor's signature for my COVID test certificate and provided me with both a physical and electronic test certificate within 24 hours, in time for my departure. Thank you so much and keep up the fantastic work you do for us!Martin Bernardino

I have been practicing yoga for about 4 years now, but I do not claim to be an expert. However, I would like to inform all those new yogis of some concerns I have about this studio. I was in town on Sunday and decided to attend an 8am hot yoga class. The place and location is nice, but I was greatly disappointed by the staff who checked me in and the instructor. The staff was rude–I was initially a bit shocked about the price and the staff member along with someone who was sitting with her, were very rude in their response. The yoga instructor–very nice girl, but she needs a lot of help with her postures. There were many times, I looked over at her and my knees hurt for her. For instance, during a simple Crescent Pose, the instructor's knees were protruding inward and toes were pointed sideways instead of to the front, as were other yoga students. This is very alarming, as it can cause serious knee injuries. The majority of the students that I could see, about 10-15 from where I was, all had bad form. Knees protruding inward, swinging their arms way back during a side angle instead of by their ears, improper chaturanga and so on. Moreover, this is the first yoga studio that I have been to where the instructor is not walking around and correcting student's forms nor was she providing any breathing cues or proper posture cues. This is probably the reason why everyone in my purview thought it was proper to have knees and toes angled in and not forward in a Crescent pose.Mel

Allow me to me explain the reason for the lowest rating. The photos they advertise look absolutely nothing like who or what goes on in there (first of all). So as a new customer, I already have a false expectation of what the environment is like here. The yoga class was fine.. I liked it. Which is why I wanted to continue as a paying customer. However, it looks as though I have been BLOCKED on all channels: their app, phone, etc. When I tried to buy classes, I got a pop up notification that said the administration blocked me from buying classes. So I called and got voicemail, left a message in an effort to resolve this problem a couple days ago with still no reply. So I went back to the app to try again, and I got the photo I have attached here. It looks as though they have completely rejected me as well as my account and /or registration. Just pushed me away with no word or explanation. Apparently these people are afraid of me and they are obviously not very good at all with communication. I even offered to give them free equipment! Peace out.Shelby Artist

I am a regular member at another HIIT type gym and have never tried Yoga before. All my co-workers said I had to try Hot Yoga. I had finally tried out a free week at Warrior 1 Yoga and had no clue what I was doing. The instructors were amazing and fantastic and I absolutely loved my free week there that I signed up for even more classes. It is almost a treat to go workout at Yoga and I look forward to going every time. If you are a male and you have always thought of yoga as a “female” thing I challenge you to try it out it will kick your butt!Samer Qsar

I absolutely loved working out here. I actually started working out with Jason as my personal trainer because I was going to bootcamp to join the Coast Guard. I was really struggling with my upper body strength and I couldn’t even do a push-up I found him and we worked together with my personal goals and my overall well-being and what I wanted to get out of this experience. At first it was just simply to help me meet the requirements to go to bootcamp which was mainly push-ups, sit-ups and getting my mile time in under 15 minutes. I was struggling, upper body strength was not my strongest suit. I started working out with him everyday and he always worked with my schedule. He pushed me and motivated me and within a month I was doing push-ups and I felt stronger, toned, healthier, and after that he made me want to keep working out with him and getting stronger and healthier until I left. Jason was a big part of my health journey and I’ve never met someone more passionate about this than him, he even went as far to come to the recruiting office to watch me pas my physical test to enlist. I’m incredibly grateful for everything he’s done for me for the times he pushed me and told me not to give up, he made me test my limit and here I am graduated from boot camp and I don’t think I could’ve pushed through that experience without the mindset he gave me and the limits he made me realize my body could endure. I highly recommend training here all of the trainers are absolutely amazing, and I promise you’ll get the results you want.Serena Sierra

R12 fitness has helped me a lot in the first 6 weeks I lost 25lbs. Jason is amazing coach who you can tell really loves and enjoys what he dose. He goes above any beyond to help you lose the weight not just physically but mentally and emotionally. Everyone ends up where there are by a root cause of a problem they are dealing with and Jason helps us figure that out and gets us to overcome what is pulling us back. He is so motivated witch really helped he keeps us accountable and pushes us past our comfort levels. He even went grocery shopping with us so we can learn how to shop the healthy way and learn what foods are bad for us and why. With his knowledge and help I’ve been able to build muscle and push myself to limits I’ve never pushed myself before. I plan on making R12 my family for some time I really want to grow stronger and healthier. 6 weeks is a very good start but not enough to grow where I want to be. I can’t wait for what the up coming months has in store for me and I’m very excited as this transformation has started. Thank you R12 fitness for all your help with finding myself again.Alisha Ruiz

If you’re thinking about joining, just do it! I finally decided to join in April 2021. I lost 20 pounds in 6 weeks and gained so much self-confidence. I’m loving the way I feel and look! I loved that we were able to go grocery shopping before the challenge started and buy a ton of groceries. That really helped me to not eat out because I had a fridge full of good, healthy food. There’s 2 classes during the day – 5am and 6pm. I decided to go to the 5am classes. Believe me, it was really hard at first to wake up at 4am and be there, but going there in the morning became easier everyday and it really set my mood for the rest of the day!!! I had energy throughout the whole day and my focus become much better. Jason really helped to keep us all motivated and explained things in a way that we understood. It’s not just about eating healthy and working out, your mind has to be in it and you have to want this change!!! It’s hard, but POSSIBLE! I’m really glad I joined and I look forward to the next 6 weeks. We got this!! 💪🏼💪🏼💪🏼💪🏼Jazmin Verdugo

I love Club Pilates! The workouts are beginners friendly. I always feel more energetic after class. The instructors are great at helping my form to get the most out of my workout. I have hypothyroidism and it's really affected my weight and thus, my self esteem. Pilates is changing that for the good. My only complaint is the price, it's a bit expensive! I feel like it's worth it though. You get a great total body workout. Sam is my favorite instructorMelissa Lichtenberg

I am so impressed not only by the staff and their kind zen energy but also because they are so dedicated and fully present on the needs from each individual. I have a gym and been working out for many years but these trainers are very knowledgeable on working on those stubborn areas and releasing stress on the body. Thank your body by nurturing it with the right moves.Alicia Castillo

I love pilates. I feel that it’s healed me from the pandemic negativity. Club pilates has great instructors and it’s very clean. I enjoy the classes and the changes to my body. That being said sometimes it’s difficult to get into classes.Michelle Taylor

Charlie was an amazing and great instructor in my class, my time with her was really great and was quality time. I hope if any other people want to take a cpr and first aid, take her as an instructorEva Covarrubias

Very informative and personalized BLS training. Charolette is very knowledgeable. Would definitely recommend her to people looking to get BLS certified.Isabel Garewal

Charlie was an awesome instructor made the class interesting and fun!! I highly recommend her!! She was professional and made class easy to understand.Living Room

I was very impressed by the kindness of the employees when I first arrived. Two in particular. I believe their names were Eric and Kevin. Eric was very clear and concise about payment options and Kevin took me on a tour and when I asked about cold therapy he immediately got on his phone and researched locations in Bakersfield, despite receiving no direct benefit in doing so. These individual are competent and kind. Very happy to have met them.Kirk Meyers

Trainer talk me into buying personal training sessions. I didn’t use them all up and the Trainer said I wouldn’t lose them and a year later i dont have any left. I call the main office and they said i lost them since I didn’t use them and i dont get any money back and they wont give we a copy of the contract so dont go here there all about the money not for there Customer. Beware DONT GO HERE 0 StarsDANIEL MADDEN

I just came back from summer vacations and I finally decided to go the gym. Well, I don’t know what happened but this gym started to look a lot like the White Ln gym. The men’s locker room was so dirty and the pool was so hazy and dirty like it hasn’t been sanitized in a long time. I was so disgusted and disappointed. I’m so ready to cancel my membership.Revoltred Star

People this place is a waste of time. The job placement is at America's job center and they don't have jobs for you. Good thing it's free or I be demanding a refund. You can take these classes for free at the community college and at least get real credit for it. Ms. Ruiz for Business class likes threatening people for missing class. She don't help students. All she says is read the directions. Might as well make it an online class from home. I seriously wasted 6 months of my life. Only good teacher I think was Mr. Lopez. He helps the students. You raise your hand and he's there to help unlike others that make you use an app and stuff if you want to ask a question. People don't waste your time here.Big B

This is a place of gossip and jealousy Mrs. Russell , keyboarding , doesn’t offer you help unless you email her , and when you tell her that she is there to support and help, She refuses. She runs to the office with the dean to kick you out of her class cuz she doesn’t want you in her class anymore more not even in other classes , and Chad , principal assistant , supports them because he doesn’t know how to run his office or command them to behave like they suppose to be. Very rude staff and very poor manners. THEY ALL NEED A CLASS OF HUMAN RELATIONSWendy Barrios

Still can't say enough bad things about this school. The medical assisting program is an absolute joke. We were cheated out of our full education at the beginning of COVID and are therefor unemployable. My entire class fought for months to try and get our money back, but we were told we recieved our education. The school refused to take any responsibility for their poor actions. They stole our money.Madisen G.

Honestly one of the best schools out here from Fresno to Bakersfield area and I say this because I really did my research after quitting from some other school I attended, so much so that I came across this school only to find out a few of my friends graduated from here. I live 1 hour away from the school and it was night and day compare to the other school. well worth the drive, mainly because of the instructors Alex, cj, and Ron they’re honestly really great instructors. They do take the time to help you, and you will never hear them get frustrad or raise there voice or get you in trouble if you just can’t get a maneuver/pretrip/drive or air breaks they will keep helping you untill you understand it. They have so much patience even when your grinding gears, they instruct you how to do it instead of yelling at you, we’re already nervous as it is so that’s a really good thing I have so much more to say but I seen friends already covered the rest of the things on here. I highly recommended this school!!! It took me 8 weeks to finish but I think I was ready in 7 weeks in. With that being said don’t make the same costly mistake I did and choose the right school choose golden pacific truck driving school.emmanuel zamora

Highly, highly recommend this trucking school. I was sent here by my job to get my Class A and this school did everything they needed to do to prep me and make sure I would pass the DMV exam on my first try and I did just that. Alex is very very knowledgeable with many years of experience of trucking knowledge that he can help you along the way. David and Ron are also so professional, considerate and work hard to get you where you need to be. I was in the school for about 8 weeks. My test date originally was in June but I felt that I was more than ready and asked Alex if he can move it up and he did! He was able to schedule it a full month sooner than expected in May and I passed. If you're looking to start your trucking career with trucking school, Golden Pacific Trucking School is the perfect choice and you will not regret it. Thank you Alex, David and Ron!!Robert Elias

I have nothing but GREAT things to say about this school. Alex, Cj and Ron are all GREAT instructors. I came in to this school not knowing ANYTHING about trucks and even less about driving manual vehicles. They break everything down and make sure you understand the concepts and basics of truck driving. Additionally they are FLEXIBLE with your schedule which adds to the peace of mind of having one less thing to worry about. Also, the culture of all the students there that also help each other out to make sure each one of us passes. I’ve met people who drive from out town to come to this school. I cannot express much gratitude for the instructors from this school who helped me get my Class A. I would DEFINITELY recommend this school to anyone who is interested in getting their class A.Cesar Estrada

I called to get information on two programs. Because I'm paying for this and have a child and want to see which program fits not only myself but my family aswell. The young lady who helped was very rude telling me there two different programs and why I wanted information about both which ^^ I explained and she got irritated I was requesting information about both she said I'm not doing both choose one I did and that program director reached out but I couldn't hear her and so she hung up never called back. I call back telling her what happened and if she can have either programs director call me cause I want to get the ball rolling and there's online hygienists she proceeds to yell we don't have that we only have this I said can I finish saying it's online she then says yes it's online online only I'm like yes I know. she's says we'll I'm only able to put you in one so choose I do again so again I'm waiting for the call to get basic information class schedule how many units start date cost of program. Very rude from girls who initially answer you guys are for front for sjvc you should be more professional and if you don't know something atleast talk as if you do and don't interrupt what ppl are trying to explain so you can get off the phone to continue your conversation with your Co worker.Angeles Garcia

I was really excited to return to school and gain some experience to finally get a job. My instructor was very helpful and kind. But when it would come to administration, that was a whole different thing. It would take them a while to reply, my previous career advisor would take almost two weeks. With my previous career advisor, I felt like my suggestions and my goals were thrown out the window. It honestly made not want to even associate with them anymore. And I didn’t. Of course, this may have upset them, but after being left with no answers, I didn’t want to waste my time. I was told that I would get a job as soon as I graduated. And even though I was grateful for being given the chance, I left the job. I was severely unhappy and I realized that it’s not what I even wanted or suggested from my career advisor. Thinking on it now, I feel like I have done my career search all on my own. I honestly regret I even went back to school.Mina Miranda

I graduated the surgical technology course in September, 2018. I love SJVC!! Within less than a week of graduating, I applied for a job and went to work as a surgical tech. The instructors were fantastic, the courses challenging and stimulating, and the pace was fast. Best advice: Hit the ground running, don't procrastinate, be prepared for class, do all of your reading, assignments, and projects as soon as they are assigned, and you'll do fine. Everyone at SJVC has been so helpful… It's definitely not a regular junior college campus. (Thank God…) I highly recommend SJVC, no matter what field of study one chooses to pursue.Frank H. Weeden