20 Best Free Training Programs For Adults In Reno, NV (2022 Updated)

(For reference, I am a first-generation college student, have a learning disability, and a physical disability.) TMCC sets students up for success. I have had a very positive experience both as a student and working for the school. I will be finishing a dual-degree sooner than expected. Most of the professors are great, and everyone in the humanities department is amazing. Most of the staff is very professional and able to well-inform students of what classes to take and what services may benefit them. On top of this, the school also offers free tutoring and mental health services. As a first-generation college student, I feel TMCC has helped me at every step of the way to succeed. With only 8 classes left to take, I still have a cumulative GPA of 4.0 despite doing relatively poorly in high school. As long as you put in your best effort, teachers will do everything possible to help you succeed. If you do not put any effort in and expect a handout, then it will be extremely difficult to succeed. If you attend this school make sure to take advantage of any and all resources as well as putting in your own effort… you will not regret it. I recommend TMCC to anyone and everyone.Rove Plant Eater

This is a tremendous school with a caring and compassionate staff and faculty. This school has afforded me so many opportunities that I wouldn't have otherwise received without them. When I got to Reno, I was homeless. I arrived with two suitcases and less than $100 in the bank. I was staying with a friend and making very little money. I found myself in a situation where I worked hard labor job after hard labor job, trapped in a vicious cycle of injury and poverty and no clear view of how to exit my situation. In the month of December 2014, I walked into the offices at TMCC. In less than a year, I have found employment, I'm less than a year from finishing my degree and I am a Dean's list student. I had it in my head that I wanted to succeed and I was fortunate that this school wanted to help me to do exactly that. The teachers were compassionate and patient. The staff was courteous and helpful. I owe a great deal to this school because it has taught me more than academics. It taught me to be a better person.Brandon Canty

Don't listen to the bad reviews, everybody has a different experience and different perceptions. Ive taken at least 20+ classes over 12 years, I love tmcc. It's a good community college in every way. I attended here on and off from 1999-2012. I learned how to teach step aerobics from the greatest fitness instructor imo Verna Lewis. I took many general ed classes as well as a few paralegal courses and a ton of fitness classes as well. The campus is beautiful, many bathrooms with free sanitary napkins if needed, the vending machines are reasonably priced. The classes are very fair priced. It's a wonderful school and a WAY better option then a vocational school. eg: Realtor school online vocational school $600+, Tmcc Realtor program $50-100.Rachela Reno Rocks

It's so sad to say but the speech department is a hot mess right now. There are really good teachers, but there's also really horrible teachers. I wanted to love this school because it's the only school here in Las Vegas that offers a degree in speech pathology. But after having terrible teachers like Christy Fleck, I feel like dropping out. It's not even that the material is hard, it's that the instructor herself does not know how to teach. How can you succeed in a school where the instructors put information on tests that aren't covered in the textbook, class, or modules? How can you succeed in school and learn from your mistakes when professors don't give you feedback on assignments until LITERALLY the last day of school, and have assignments that build off of each other. I want to love this school because there are really great teachers here, but the horrible teachers really mess it up for everyone else. This school has a lot of organization issues and have corruption issues; they all cover each others butts. They don't look for the student's best interests and that to me is enough to not want to come here anymore.Addhiliz Londono

Nevada State College makes me feel welcome. Although relaxed and open, the long term goal seems to be prevalent in everyone's mind: to help the students grow, and by extension the school. There are always opportunities to be had, and there are great people willing to guide you to them as long as you seek them. I'm so glad I get to be here and be one of the people to play a tiny role in the future of an institution that shows great promise. I can't wait to see what the future brings!Melanie Croft

Nevada State College has been a great school to me. It's a growing school so we may not have all the amenities a big university does, but we are getting there. The professors are great and approachable so long as the student is willing to learn. Be warned, it is competitive, especially those who plan on entering the nursing program. Its a competitive industry and can you blame them if they want to weed out those that do not have what it takes to succeed in the program?Diana Kuan

Mesa has a lot of great classes and opportunities but there are major issues. The sign up process for classes is confusing, many of the pathways online that are supposed to show you the courses you need for degrees are incorrect. Of course you should contact advisors to figure out which classes you need, but it is nearly impossible. There are so few advisors and very little availability. As of right now it asks you to make in person appointments with them and yet there are never any slots open. You can email advising which takes 2-3 days to get a response. You can try and call their office and wait on hold for an hour just to eventually get hung up on. It is in no way the advisors faults, anyone I have actually been able to contact has been as helpful as possible, but it is so hard to get a response or any help. I signed up for courses that the online pathway said I needed only to find out that they weren't actually necessary for my degree and others were. When I went to drop the courses and add the new ones it wouldn't let me because I owe money for the courses I am still enrolled in that haven't even started yet. So, I cannot sign up for the correct courses, have no clue which classes I actually need and cannot find advisors to help. I understand during the pandemic it is difficult for universities to find staff and help, but even before COVID Mesa was still just as inefficient. Mesa just needs to improve their communication and assistance with students, it would solve so many issues.Taylor Pouncey

MCC has a fantastic non-credit program for older adults: NFLL, or New Frontiers for Lifelong Learners. For an extremely reasonable fee, I sign up for as many of the program's classes as I please. They're online, in-person, or a mix of the two. There are also some field trips; we've just gone to a free day at the Desert Botanical Gardens, and next week there will be a trip to the new one in Queen Creek for a fee. A class on WW2 planes had a trip to Falcon Field, etc. Over the last few years I've taken classes in history, tech, health, music, and much more! There are also groups for discussion, playing games, hiking for 3 different levels, etc., as well as social and service activities. In-person classes are at MCC Mesa and Red Mtn campuses usually. Some classes have been through Great Courses, and many lecturers are former teachers/professors or experts in their field. Check it out–great program at low price! Update: on-campus classes are so easy to get to: it's a small campus (either Dobson or Red Mountain), and the free parking is ample and easily accessible.Natalie Satterthwaite

So I just signed up today.. I think which is the problem. There’s like 5 people sitting at a desk “helping” people get set up but they did absolutely nothing to help me get signed up they didn’t tell me I couldn’t sign up for my class the same day as I walked in and told them exactly what class I wanted and that I never attended college before. They don’t tell me it’s some weird 24 hour wait for the account to start working and they also did not at all clarify to make sure to take the student photo because now that I chose to skip that because NOBODY helped me I’m unable to finish my application lol hice apparently if I don’t finish in 48 hours will be deleted? They also didn’t tell me that. So this has been an absolutely awful experience thus far and I haven’t even been able to join a class yet.Ryan Jorgensen

So, it could be great, things that drop is rating is -4 weeks out to book an appointment -waited almost an hour to be told that my appointment that day was cancelled, and I showed up 20+ minutes early as per request -If you are six minutes late, they will not see youShade of the Crusades (Jonathan Burrows)

Have been there on several occasions. High school graduations, basketball games, football games and weekend classes. Beautiful campus. Great security, very helpful with directions. Great facility and students. Have a son going to classes there.Sherry Patton

Perfect campus and extraordinary faculty facilities. The architecture, the design of the environment and the park are a jem.#education #uniqueNina Trankovа

Enrolling in classes at Career College of Nevada (CCNN) was the best decision I have made in my entire life, and it could be yours also. I followed my dreams, graduated, and landed a job paying $20 an hour to start. The instructors at the school are knowledgeable and will do whatever is necessary to assist students in learning, point out additional resources, and provide tips and stories gleaned from working in the field themselves. The administrative staff at the school also assists students and graduates in keeping administrative and financial things in order. The school also provides free attendance to graduates who want to re-attend certain courses to refresh their memories, prepare for certification exams, or pick up any new information to keep up with changes in the field you graduate in. In addition, the job placement staff are there for you when you begin job searching, whether you are in school, have graduated, or are looking for a job change. You will also have the opportunity to make friends and make priceless contacts with professionals in your field of study. I highly recommend CCNN to those interested in the fields of study they offer. Study hard, work hard, and follow your dreams.Suzanne Brunette

I moved to Nevada to start a "new life" I had very little self-esteem and decided to go to school at Career College of Northern Nevada. This was the best decision I have ever made. At this school I met some really great people especially the teachers! I got really good grades, remained on the honor roll the entire time and when i graduated I was very concerned about being able to find a job because of a lack of self-esteem. I had little faith in myself but Placement was always there guiding me and encouraging me to just try. I received a call a few months after I graduated and was told that my teachers recommended me for a job in Reno at Specialty Health Clinic. I came in the day before my interview to prepare myself a little. I was soooo nervous. I went to my interview and the next day I got the call that I got the job!!! This was the most exciting news that I had received in a really long time! Thanks so much to everyone at Career College of Northern Nevada. You guys are awesome!!!!!Shannan Rose

After several years working jobs with limited mobility I decided to start looking at going back to school. In Northern Nevada there are several options and paths that you can take to further your education. Most of these are full time educational institutions with varied prerequisites that will not apply in your chosen career path. The first day I submitted a request for information Nicole Brand, one of the admissions representatives gave me a call. She has made the process of enrolling seamless and goes the extra mile to make sure you either get credit for prior education or offers test out options for skills that I already have. May still be a week out from starting classes, but after having attended 5 plus schools over the years I am truly excited to be starting at CCNN.troy walters

I can't speak to the actual course offerings, but I can attest to their treatment of potential customers/students. I went here yesterday to try and enroll in their Enterprise Development program as part of the Programming and Software Development track and was turned away with a three to four year wait period! That's longer than it would take to get into an actual college, and if it actually does take that long to get into a program, I would think that a disclaimer on their website might be helpful to avoid potential miscommunication in the future. I had been planning on taking this program for the past eight months or so, and it was a little disappointing to be turned away without even so much as having my information taken so that I could be notified when and if something opens up. Also, the fact that they offer free education for high school students but not for everyone else is completely ludicrous. If they are able to offer free education for high school students, why not do it for everyone? The gentleman that I spoke to seemed courteous and even shook the male student's hand that he saw before me, but then during my consultation he was extremely short and very unhelpful. I'm not sure if it's because I'm a female or what, but the disparity in attitude was a big red flag to me. Luckily there are other better options out there online, so I'll just use this as motivation to find an alternate route to achieve my career goals.Elizabeth S.

If you’re thinking of joining the esthetician/manucurist program READ THIS! I advise you take your money else where. I was on the waiting list for a year and was very excited about finally starting school. I’ve officially been here 4 months and can count on one hand how many times the instructor has actually taught me anything. I teach myself with YouTube videos and occasional help from my peers. I’m part of the manicurist program and originally planned to enroll back into this school for the esthetician program but I’d much rather take my money to an esthetician program at a different school. Where they actually care to teach you something at least twice a week. I have 3 months left and have hardly learned anything from my instructor! Do not feel prepared for my State Board exam at all.Kimberly Strob

I went through the cosmtology program in 2 years and I finished up my hours in June 2018. The teachers were all very nice and but didn’t set any of us up for success in the real world. They taught us how to pass state board but what’s the point of passing and having no skill. When trying to find jobs we are automatically at a disadvantage because we didn’t have enough hands on experience. It’s a nice start but you will need continued education to be as good as students who graduated from other schools. We needed more color theory and cutting classes and less cross words, word searches, pin curls and roller sets.Anonymous user

Biggest Little Baby is the cutest local baby store! Not only is it a locally female-owned business, but it’s also a great community resource. They offer a number of free classes for expectant mothers, postpartum classes and story-time for littles! I personally have enjoyed the weekend fitness classes to get my postpartum body back in shape. Do you want to cloth diaper? Well, they have the best rental program to see if you are cut out for cloth! If you want, you can purchase new cloth diapers from the as well. Are you pregnant and need cute clothes that don’t make you feel like a frumpy mess? Check out their thrifty mama section with second-hand maternity clothes. Do you have maternity clothes you no longer need? You can donate them here too! Need a unique gift for someone with a little? Check out their assortment of gifts for baby, toddler or mama! Their prices are comparable with other baby stores and even big box stores. Stop in for great conversation with the most knowledgeable women in our area. I am always happy to support a local business when they have the cutest items and best classes.Susan Finn

Biggest Little Baby has made such a difference in my life! I got pregnant within a month of moving to Reno, and had few local friends and community to lean on as I started the journey towards parenthood. The support circles and fitness classes provided me with opportunities to make friends at similar stages of the journey, and helped me find "a place" in my new town. My kiddo may be bigger, but I still find myself at BLB at least once a week, as they have so many awesome fitness classes on their schedule and unique kid items in the store. I refer every local expecting family or family with young kids I meet to BLB, so they know that there is a place where they can find community and connection. Come for the community and connection, stay for the mini bath bombs (they smell amazing)!Karen Jacobs

Biggest Little Baby is a true oasis of community, knowledge, supplies (mostly prenatal/postnatal/infant-toddler) and support. While women who are looking for resources in a gentle space from pregnancy through 4th trimester may find Biggest Little Baby exceptionally helpful, this establishment is definitely welcoming to all people and family structures with fitness classes, supplements and lectures/workshops that anyone could benefit from! I am so grateful for this gem in Reno- there's no other place like it and it will forever be my 'go-to' stop for baby shower/pregnancy gifts!!Whitney Tierney

We are amazed for being part of this team! So far the best investment we have done for our 6 years old boy. The place is beautiful and very clean! Not only Professor Fred is highly professional and prepared as an athlete and teacher, but also him and Patricia are constantly making sure every person is welcomed and included as part of the team. The environment is very friendly and my son doesn't wanna lose one single class. It feels like a very unique type of business where the kids truly matter and are welcomed as an extension of their own family! I'm glad to find a place that honor our values and principles in life and reinforce them onto their lessons to our kid. I would give it 11stars if I could.Sil Chagas

I am proud to say I was one of Fred's first clients when he arrived in Reno….he was extremely patient with me during the private lessons as I am no spring chicken, 55 yrs. Old when I started …and then became 56 yrs. Young after training for a few months. I am currently down with a shoulder injury that's unrelated to training with Fred. As soon as I recover, I look forward to resuming my training. I miss the stress relief aspect of training, as well as Fred himself. I will finish with this : Fred is extremely professional and knows his stuff. Don't let age deter you !Mike Harley

An academy who teach BJJ and Muay Thai in one roof is a total package. I really liked the atmosphere in there specially the active members. You feel welcome in your first day with no sense of doubt. They have an awesome class timetable to fill in to your busy schedules. Professor Fred Eira is a magnificent professor with "flying colors' on his background. He will be with you and guide you the right way. I would definitely recommend Life Jiu Jitsu Reno and try a free class.Elman Frias

As an out-of-towner, I had the opportunity to join Renzo Gracie Academy Reno for an open mat session this past weekend (actually, 8 us from our Jiu Jitsu club went). The facility is clean, the layout is great, with plenty of mat space, and the mats were excellent. The owner, Max McGarr, was incredibly gracious, welcoming and respectful. He has done a wonderful job infusing this same spirit throughout his gym. Every member of his team was just as welcoming, kind and all had GREAT Jiu Jitsu skill & control from the white-belts to the black-belts. This, in my opinion, is what happens when you are building a true environment for learning and success… skill level is clearly noticeable & respect for your fellow participants is put the forefront, as you understand that you all there to help each other to learn and improve. Our team spend hours (literally hours) raving about the amazing time spent in Max's gym and we will absolutely go back when we are back in the area in a few months. I highly recommend that anyone looking for a great workout and environment in Reno spend the time to visit Renzo Gracie Academy Reno!!Geoffrey Hayden

*Please read before attending this gym. Do not bring your teen here! The children classes are more of a daycare for " Small Children" not "teens". Our first day we were barley greeted when we walked in the door and then "had to ask" for instructions for what my son should do as the class started without him! they kinda just left us standing near front desk so i had to ask a coach what he should do and he said oh just do what the other kids are doing lol so my son ran around and stretched for a couple mins before I decided to call him over and we left very disappointed. No structure or discipline found in this gym. Also I reached out to the gym about our experience and never even got a response back.Justin Raby

As an academy that carries a prestigious name within the Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu community, Renzo Gracie Reno has found a way to create a fun and safe environment for new people to learn, while also producing absolute savants that compete on the world stage. The instruction is not only incredibly detailed, but is also effective at demonstrating principles fundamental to the martial art. Whether you are new and are looking for a place to start your Jiu-Jitsu journey, or are an experienced practitioner looking to sharpen your skills; Renzo Gracie Reno is a great place for you.Ean McNeill

-the workouts are powerful and EFFICIENT. I break a literal Swët each time, which doesn’t occur when I workout alone. -This is small, but I appreciate that I don't have to place the equipment out on the floor before the workout! -similarly, I appreciate the coaches handing out sanitizer throughout the cycles to keep everything clean. (Keep this forever!) -love the community feel, everyone seems to be friends. -the workouts don't feel impossible. Very important to feel like I can do it to keep me motivated. -amenities are great! -coaches are friendly -location right off the freeway is amazing. So easy to get there and get home w limited traffic lights. -great parking situation & post-workout Starbucks situationJessica Milligan

What an amazing place to work out !!! I stopped by on a trip, and needed a place to get a workout at. We (group of 4) stopped by swet, and sweat we did !!! Great staff, clean and modern facility !! Excellent work out from a great coach. It was a very inviting atmosphere and felt like home right away !!! If your looking for a place to get a great workout with great people you 100% NEED to go to swet fitness, it will not disappoint!!! Thank you again swet for making us feel at home !! You guys rock !!!!Samuel Cortez

I had my first experience at Swet Fitness this past Saturday and absolutely loved it! It was much more intimate feeling than Orange Theory and way less intimidating than your typical CrossFit box. Lacey, the owner, was warm and welcoming and the class instructor was a lot of fun. The music was on point, the gym was clean and air conditioned, and they have FREE CHILDCARE! Swet is also family owned and operated by local Veterans! Come check this place out and support a local small business.Kyle Hemsley

For the location, the facility is very clean. Everyone i have had contact with so far has been very friendly and helpful. They offer a decent mix of dance classes throughout the week.Matt R

The Ballroom is the only studio I use to teach my students. They have 7000 ft of dance floor and it is the best wood floor in Reno for dancingJeffrey Munson

I have nothing but Great things to say about my experience with Real Estate School Of Nevada . I knew nothing of what to expect… and since it’s been years since I attempted something new .. diving into this was a little intimidating and made me nervous. But Ruby who answered the phone explained everything thoroughly and upon meeting her in person her warm welcome got me excited. I felt very comfortable and not only signed up but started the very next morning. It only got even better❤️. Class everyday was something to look forward to. Rusty and Susan were wonderful at getting the information across in their own unique ways. Hitting on “key” points that helped me retain what was needed for me to pass my test. The in person was definitely what I personally needed and the energy you feed off of from others in class was helpful too. Overall just a wonderful experience. Any questions I had I could ask anyone but Diana was who I would usually go to who was available 24/7. Full of positive energy and always eager to help . Thank you to everyone there… I passed both Pearson Vue tests my first try. I would highly recommend to anyone who maybe on the fence which way to go.. this is it!!! I can’t imagine a better experience. Carla .Divine Feminine 1111

Let’s start with Diana. She is the reason I chose this Real Estate School. From our first meeting, via phone call. She explained all the details, what the school has to offer. From that I felt her compassion and the excitement by the tone of her voice. That made my decision to choose Real Estate School of Nevada. The very next day, I went by the school. I met the receptionist. She too, greeted me with warmth. Then I finally met Diana in person. Wow such a beautiful woman from the inside out. Great energy!!! All the wonderful people I met that day Bernie, Kara and more. They felt like family to me. I did the online class. They were very supportive every step of the way. For that I Thank you ALL 😘carrie mcmurray

Real Estate School of Nevada was probably the best school that I could chosen for my licensing education and preparation for the licensing exam! The staff are very friendly and welcoming — from the amazing teachers to the receptionists that are always able to help out with any questions or concerns. I was able to pass my licensing exam within a short period from enrollment. I would recommend this school to anyone wanting to learn about real estate and potentially start a new career!Dustin Kobayashi

I had unfortunately relied on the services of Home Instead Senior Care for a short time period when we were uncertain that my elderly father required at home care services after the loss of my mother. He was residing at an independent senior care community at the time. My father soon decided to cancel services primarily because he was pretty self-sufficient after a few weeks of care. The at home care person also reeked of cigarettes which didn’t reflect well on their vetting process. When I opted to move my father into my home, I reached out to Home Instead again for a consideration of at home care services. They denied resuming services stating that we did not provide 2-weeks notice upon our previous cancellation. Not sure what that meant, as we had provided adequate notice while waving our deposit. We’ll be exploring other more suitable options at this time.Wake Up Enterprises

My experience with Home instead for my Mom has been fantastic. I lost my Father while I was in Afghanistan and had to fly back and figure out how I was going to care for my mom. I had read previous favorable review on Home Instead so I chose them. They were upfront with everything including pricing and policies. Home Instead was crucial in helping my mom manage her medications and keep track of her many doctors appointments. When she went into the hospital they came to visit her. They have worked with me and my family to cover down on whatever needs came up. We are moving to Dallas and will be using Home Instead there as well, hoping that our experience will be as good there as it has been in Reno.John Luckey

Home Instead Reno, NV are wonderful! The management of schedules, billing and most of all training of caregivers is outstanding. The caregivers are very attentive and have helped my parents manage to stay in their own home. My parents get help when needed with meals, bathing, physical therapy and medicine reminders, and grocery shopping. In addition, I have been able to monitor daily routines using Home Instead's online portal and also have hassle free billing. Thank you, Home Instead, for my comfort of knowing that my parents are getting good quality care, but also are allowed to maintain their independence.Gramma Sandi Quilts

My appointment was supposed to be in the afternoon but they knocked on my door around 7am to see if they could start in the cool morning rather than the late hot afternoon. Oh well, they're here now so go ahead and start. Overall, they were very efficient and worked as a team to get everything mounted and installed. They were done in about 5 hours. Two of the panels were not working so they had to come back with another mini inverter to replace the defective one. I didn't know they fixed it on the following Tuesday till I looked at my app and found all the panels working. Overall, it was quick and simple. The team leader shared with me all the information I needed to know and was happy to know that I have solar panels that are producing electricity. They are a little bit on the expensive side so keep shopping if you want to save money.Richard L

Bret & his team which included Jonathon & one more person, I’m bad can’t remember his name sorry, completed the work in a timely manner. They arrived on time, introduced themselves and unloaded & set up the solar system quickly without damaging any of the equipment. The work was completed as promised, one day. After the work was completed along with clean up the fun started: my education. The team was knowledgeable & answered all my questions and explained that if I had additional questions to contact the company. My experience with the Blue Raven Solar team was exceptional. They have a positive attitude within the team & are an inclusive group that includes you, the owner & purchaser of the solar system. Overall, 5star service & I will highly recommend Blue Raven Solar to anyone. Thanks, great jobMike Neitz

Very cool, and professional group of installers! 2 and a half hours from start to finish for 9 panels on my roof and a walkthrough of the system. It can be a bit noisy with the hammering, so give your favorite neighbors a heads up! Customer service was a pleasant experience as well. I have clear instructions on what to expect from here. I can hardly wait to operate once Nv energy and the city inspection is complete. Thanks again Blue Raven!Jason Juarez-So

My son’s pit bull, Blues and my Husky, Zeus for their 2nd Birthdays, got to go to School. Being a full time nurse, mom, grandma etc. it was difficult to find time to train them myself. I reached out to Mike @Top Notch Dogs and asked for help. Today, after their board and train, they are well mannered. Even around youngsters They know their commands , they don’t run off (important in rural wildlife ) or jump up (especially with elders and young ones)and yet are still the fun personalities they were before.(Zeus sung us a song and Blues talked) And the trainers were very patient with our learning curve during pick up, teaching us how to use those commands. I cant thank Mike and Josh enough. I feel empowered with them and they finally can be the smart dogs they are, showing off their new skills. If you need to send your four legged kiddos to school, this is definitely the one to enroll them. Thanks again Mike and JoshShawn Downing

When we got our puppy, it was super important to me that she was well trained so we could take her out in public, ensure her safety, and have great communication with her so she knew what was expected. Mike goes above and beyond in his work to provide a comprehensive program for both humans and dogs alike! He is very thorough in explaining his techniques and the results are immediate. It is also very apparent that Mike loves what he does, and continues his own education to ensure best practices and most current training techniques/dog psychology. We loved working with Mike, and so did our puppy! Top Notch Dogs is an excellent experience, an excellent investment, and we will certainly recommend this to all our fellow dog owners! If you are thinking about hiring a dog trainer, Top Notch Dogs is top notch!Krysti Smith

Josie and Finn have been home from the Board & Train boot camp for a few weeks now, and I cannot recommend Mike, Emily, and the Sit Means Sit team enough! Finn is a puppy who knows his manners and is still learning. Josie no longer lunges at other dogs when we’re out walking. We’ve been to one group class and had a 1:1 follow up, and all of our experiences have been positive. We have more confidence to continue working with Josie and Finn. We’ve done other group training packages with other trainers in town, and Sit Means Sit ended up being a much better fit for us and the relationship we want to have with our dogs. We look forward to continuing group classes and learning from Mike and Emily!Teresa Draeger

If you’re on the fence about working with Forge, I highly highly recommend that you just go for it! I’ve been working with Michael for a year and a half, and my experience has beaten all of my expectations. We started with goal setting, and he really intently listened to what I was hoping to achieve and walked me through everything I would need to know/do to be successful. He held me accountable without making me feel bad when I fell short on my to-dos and pushed me to be my best while still celebrating my little achievements. Even when my goals changed, or COVID restrictions closed gyms, or I had an injury, Michael was always patient and attentive & changed my programs to match my situation. I have gained strength & endurance, confidence in the gym, freedom from food stress, and an incredible cache of knowledge about fitness/general health from working with Michael. He’s a great trainer and an even better person!!! The prices are reasonable for what you get (weekly exercise plans, access to a user-friendly app to track exercise/overall progress, regular video check-ins with your coach, chat feature with your coach, meal plans, group chats with other clients, fitness/wellness/mindfulness tips, and more) and all around I had an overwhelmingly positive experience with Forge!Anna Ferrari

Highly, highly recommended. I can't say enough about the Forge team, who helped me completely change my habits and the way I think about fitness. In just 6 months, the Forge recipe of accountability, community support, and customized workout plans/diet completely changed my body. Coach Milly in particular is the absolute perfect mixture of instructor and motivator. I hardly ever go 24 hours without some sort of feedback and personal message. Her guidance, encouragement, accountability and 100% positive attitude keep everything on track while her workout plans stay fresh, challenging, and aligned to my goals. I've never worked this hard in the gym or been this consistent and the results have been amazing. Our extended family now has three "Milly Monsters" and we all consider her not just a coach, but a friend. I'm 230+ workouts into the program and I can't wait to tackle my next goal. Sign up. Seriously — sign up.Daryl Klenda

Coach Tate at Forge has really changed my life when I was at rock bottom. I was on blood pressure medication just diagnosed with hypertension, pre-diabetes, fatty liver disease, severe obstructive sleep apnea, and high cholesterol. After working small baby steps with coach Tate weekly I've lost a significant amount of weight and feel so much better. I've cut my blood pressure medication in half in just a few months and am no longer diabetic or have a fatty liver. I really can accredite Tate for adding years to my life trajectory. This is not a gimmick or calorie counting lifestyle trying to lose 10 pounds in 10 days but to really break a lifetime of bad habits and encourage a healthy lifestyle. He built workouts exactly to my equipment and abilities while giving me that extra little push when I felt like giving up. From my family and I, thank you coach Tate.keith armstrong

You will never find a more supportive, amazing, genuine group of women to workout with anywhere! If you’re in need of a tribe, please join us, there’s absolutely room for you! I never in all my life thought I would ever be excited to wake up at 4:30am to workout at 5. But honestly sometimes I find myself waking up *BEFORE* my alarm because I can’t wait to see my crew! All of the classes and times are excellent, well planned and they have modifications for literally any shape you find yourself in. We’ve got Barre, Cross training, TRX, yoga and other Lift options at the other locations. West Reno is gorgeous for the 6am class too because of the windows you can see the sunrise which is an added bonus of being up early. So glad I found Kaia, what an intense joy it is to know and be known!Melody Holland

The West Reno location with Kaia FIT Sierra is one of the top fitness locations in this area. It serves the women of our community on so many levels. They offer a variety of classes: cross training, TRX, yoga, barre, just to name a few. I have found that the coaching from the trainers to be extremely professional and they are also very knowledgeable in their industry. A few times a year, Kaia Fit offers boot camps that really challenge the Kaia girls on a physical, mental and nutritional level. I just love Kaia FIT and I always get in the best shape when I am committed to their programs and classes.Sarah Tahlier

Love our West Reno location! The women here are amazing!💙 Super supportive, strong, amazing group of women and coaches!💙💪 I love our 5am parking lot runs and how there's so much parking. The 5am crew is super fun group! So is the 0730 Westies! Can't go wrong w West Reno location! I love how supportive everyone is! There are so many different types of classes to choose from and each every body can do a different level of an exercise if needed for injuries or if they're an athlete.. great group of women!💙💙💙AJ Scoble

My son initially wanted to go into the USAF, which made me glad since I am a USAF Veteran. At first the USAF recruiter was responsive and helpful. My son completed the recruit packet, submitted all required medical records, took the ASVAB, and went to MEPS. He then required 4 medical waivers. Over the course of 3 months, his recruiter was of no help and very rarely would call or text my son back. I finally told him to go to the Army and see what they could do. My son met with SFC Osborne and told him about what he was going through. Sgt Osborne said No Problem, we'll get you in. While it did take about 3 months to get all of the waivers approved, SFC Osborne was as good as his word! My son was able to enlist as an MP. During the 3 month process with SFC Osborne and the Reno, NV Army Recruiting Team, he was contacted by text or phone call at least every other day, if not every day. Their communication was truly exceptional and ensured my son was informed and educated throughout the process. Their team showed integrity and honesty, delivering on everything my son was eligible for. I'm ashamed the USAF recruiter treated my son they way they did. I am proud my son is an Army Soldier and have the utmost respect for the Reno, NV Army Recruiting Team. Thank you!!Guy Cooper

Sgt. Martinez and Sgt. Ramos were both very helpful in this process, they were able to get me everything I wanted or needed. Sgt. Martinez was available and able to speak to me whenever I had questions and if he didn’t have answers he found out in a short time for me. This recruiting station is highly professional and really do their best to make you feel comfortable throughout the entire process. Thank you to both Sgt. Martinez and Sgt. Ramos.Connor Cason

I was nervous going but it soon got familiar. SGT. Johnson did an amazing job of helping me get what I was looking for. I had no problems and everyone there was very nice and encouraging. I would definitely recommend checking it out if you’re interested.Colton Terry

Love, love this gym! Prior to joining I had searched all through Reno to find a fitness club. There are great gyms in Reno but this one was the match for us. Super clean and staff is amazing. I usually frequent in the morning and the morning staff is always happy and alert (being so early in the morning). It has all the equipment and weights (heavy) one could look for. The clientele is spread all over the place which makes it all the better. From beginner to advanced, all are treated equally. Kid Zone is a plus and those that work in that department are fantastic. The locker rooms were the selling point for me. They are spacious. Showers are clean and well equipped with shampoo/body wash/conditioner. The jacuzzi, steam and sauna are amazing. Everything about the gym is awesome. The membership is of a premium but well worth it. Thank you Saint Mary's Fitness for all you do.Brian Cassidy

I really do like this gym. I’m a woman in my 20’s and something that was really important to me in a gym, is finding a place where I don’t feel judged, or someone “checking me out”. So the environment is perfect for me. However, for the amount of money that you pay a month you would really expect more. For example, there is a warm pool that I have only gone in once because it’s dirty and literally slimey. So gross!! Also there is a lot of much needed upgrades on equipment. There are always multiple machines that are out of order. Also, their floor mats are literally falling apart. My last gripe is, there’s only like 2 different workout classes past 4:30pm. No yoga, no cycling, and there are few other classes that you can’t attend if you get off work late.devan perez

Good gym for parents with little kids since they have child care. However, the child care hours have been cut a bit, monthly price remains high. Some stuff needs upgrading but still ok. The worst though is the heat being out for multiple weeks now. It is freezing and hasn’t been fixed at all.Patrick Ashton

As a former Crossfitter and D1 athlete, I feel that F45 is a great combination of cardio & strength training and can be scaled to challenge any fitness level. In my past, I was always at high risk for injury and burnout, but F45 is designed so you can get a great workout most days of the week and still feel healthy long term. This particular studio has amazing coaches who are friendly and knowledgeable, along with great camaraderie with classmates!Kendal Nielsen Price

Best gym in Reno! I’ve been to other classes (OTF, CrossFit, etc) and F45 is by far my favorite. A perfect blend of cardio and strength workouts. This studio has amazing trainers who are highly motivating and fun. I’d recommend this F45 to anyone looking to improve their fitness level in a clean, non-judgemental, friendly environment!Matt Matiko

I am 10 days in and enjoying it so far. Really like how the classes are HIIT based, so it’s all about moving and less about counting reps. Also, the environment is non competitive. You move at your own pace and before you know it, 45 minutes are up and you feel great 😊 The coaches are great and people are friendly.Selah Peña