I'll be honest, I was a bit nervous when I gave $600 over the phone for five two-hour lessons…read more Luckily, this school is legitimate. Not only is it legitimate, but the lessons were extremely helpful. Paul was an excellent, kind, and professional instructor (he works for Steve, the owner of the company). One thing I would like to see: confirmation receipts in the email, as well as text alerts for driving lessons. That being said: they will call when they arrive. The car is superior to most other driving schools' cars in Reno (it's a Suburu Outback with all the safety features). It has active warning systems, is probably better in the event of an emergency crash (hopefully doesn't happen), and is comfortable. I'd recommend these people strongly. Oh, and they'll actually pick up their phone after 4pm. That's a nice touch - which is why I went with them, versus their competitor who lied on their website and said they were open until five.

At first, I thought this was a great school. I enjoyed the lessons and passed the course with…read moreease. My problem came afterwards, when I repeatedly contacted the school, asking them to send evidence of my passing to the DMV. They said they had; but well over a month has gone by since I completed the course and as of yesterday the DMV had received nothing from the school, neither by mail nor by fax (which I requested). So now I must fax my own copy of my Certificate to them.

I have had several friends who have taken this class, and they have rave reviews about both Al and…read moreTeri. With that being said, I was so excited to take this class and couldn't wait to get my license and start my motorcycle riding adventure. Book work prior to the course was just whatever, nothing anyone can do about that, it is a necessary evil and clearly written by a person in a cubicle somewhere in the suburbs. Still super excited so I pressed on, anxiously optimistic about the two days that lay ahead of me. Then I arrived at the facility. No complaints there or about the bikes, everything was just as expected. When we arrived we were met by both Dave and Jim (our instructors, not Al and Teri.) Slightly bummed, but still anxious as we started the class. My hope was that it wouldn't make a difference who was teaching and I must say, I was wrong. I also will add, this is probably the difference in an owner embracing their business and guy just needing extra cash for motorcycle parts. (Daves words, not mine) Jim and Dave introduced themselves, and spent the majority of the time explaining their motor cop experience, and the thousands and thousands of hours of riding. Not one mention of their teaching expertise or their desire to save lives. Just how there was a need for buying motorcycle parts that were expensive so that's why they were there. Jim was great, stated he was a retired motorcycle cop, and managed to speak to people as if he wasn't a cop. Dave however thinks he's still a cop or maybe better yet a marine corps D.I. He did not have the person skill set one needs to be able to create an environment where I want to ask questions, and I want to learn. For example, the attitude of the instruction did not make for a conducive learning environment. Dave on more than one occasion cursed at students (i.e "pick up your feet and fucking ride the bike!!!") Perhaps he had forgotten that I'd never ridden a bike. At one point a student had asked for the ability to practice a little during lunch, and this was probably based on the panic and pressure the instructors made about the riding test. (again not real condusive to learning) Dave stated in his best hard ass cop tone "No, you're gonna practice so much your damn arm is going to fall off!!!" (again not really conducive to learning) a better message perhaps would have been to talk about liability or perhaps wanting to make sure you got quality practice under his guidance, not threats of physical harm based on the activities that were the training. At the end of the day, I passed. But I didn't get the answers I needed, I didn't get the open training platform that welcomed questions or concerns, I got a drill Sargents rendition of a motorcycle class. And because of that I will not be getting my license anytime soon. I honestly felt I'd be walking away with the confidence and ability to ride. Instead I left frustrated and disappointed. I won't be sending my children or family here unless I can validate that the instructors will be that of a caring and passionate platform. (The reason I chose this class to begin with.) I believe Al and Teri are amazing. I certainly wish they would have been there, perhaps my experience would have been a better one. This is sad that ownership doesn't have the staff they need to deliver the same level of passion that they come to the table with. For the price, and the instruction, I'd say it's a terrible value. But as I mentioned, my friends that know Al & Teri assure me this was a one off. Good luck, this is just one person's opinion, but perception is reality; I wish it wasn't in this case. I wanted the class to be great, it fell pretty short.

Please read the full review. I'm leaving this review, because it was an amazing experience for me…read more I'd like to speak for my whole class. We all passed. We all supported each other through it all. The instructors Jim and Dave were professional, polite, experienced and genuinely wanted us all to succeed. These guys have so many years of experience and knowledge to share about riding and baseball. The skills I learned gave me the confidence to take my first street ride. I rode dirt bikes off and on since I was a kid, I'm now 47, I didn't trust being in the street with cars. That's gone, my confidence after two days is unbelievable, in my opinion. I made my DMV appointment for the day are my classes. I'm a licensed motorcyclist now and took my first solo street ride this morning 6/21/24. In short, this is the school I will send family, friends, coworkers, shoot anyone who asks or inquires about motorcycle training. It's worth every penny and they could charge more for what I have gained from Silverstate Motorcycle Academy! A big thank you to my instructors and Teri for all she did. Her communication , guidance , flexibility and helping me get into one of the classes. Don't hesitate to reach out and live forever on two wheels. Cheers and much success to all who go to the academy. P.S. honk those horns! On test day you'll understand this.

Just talking with Jesse on the phone I could tell right away that the other reviews on Yelp and…read moreGoogle were spot on about how he handles his business and that their company truly goes the extra mile for their students. I promise you won't be disappointed. These guys really do care and with all the programs they have in place to work with you on tuition, they're obviously dedicated to getting anyone who's dedicated and ready to work into the trucking profession. If you're looking for a more personalized experience run by people who are THERE FOR THEIR STUDENTS, you found the right spot.

Amazing school recommend to all young or older groups solid school laid back teachers and staffread more

I STRONGLY ADVISE AGAINST ENROLLING HERE. The instructors were unprofessional, dismissive, and…read moresometimes verbally abusive, creating a hostile environment. I paid for a full-time training program and spent a lot of my time standing around waiting for a turn to get skills. The class was so overcrowded with students I only got 2 hours of actual skills during 4-week class. they have 3 manual trucks and 1 automatic truck, all of them are filthy inside and are poorly maintained. Save your career and your wallet, look into three other local trucking schools/academies instead.

I recently attended 160 driving academy in the Reno/Carson area. The office is in south Reno and…read moreStacey, the recruiter, is very knowledgeable and very helpful. She explained the process to me and even found ways for me to save money if I was willing to take a few steps on my own ahead of time. The training facility is in Carson City. I attended the school for three days a week, (Tuesday, Thursday, Fridays,) and was able to complete my 100 to 120 hours in a little over a month. it was very helpful that I could make a custom training schedule to suit my Individual needs since I worked on the other weekdays while attending this program. I thought the instructors were very knowledgeable, easy-going, and willing to help each individual out to make sure you were gaining the necessary skills required for getting a CDL. I'm happy to say I am now a legal Class A Nevada license holder even had a job before I finished the program. I was also able to obtain my hazmat, doubles and triples, and tank endorsements through the DMV. So when I took my final test, I was ready to go out and work with as much eligibility as possible. I would also like to add that during the job search the 160 driving academy is very well-known and looked favorably upon from your new potential employers. I found this to be an asset during my job search. Also not having any restrictions on my license a.k.a. being able to drive manual transmissions, I found also to be a big benefit. Andrew

Best truck driving school in the area! Owners are very flexible to your needs. NO TIME LIMIT…read moreEXPIRATION, which means unlike other schools, once you've reached the 160 or so hours - they don't give you the boot! Patty & Randy are very friendly & knowledgeable in their field as it pertains to regulations, DMV procedures, etc You can begin practicing maneuvers and parking the truck from day 1! Thank you Nevada Desert Truck Driving School! #iGrind

I sent my son to Jimmy @ desertruckdrivingschool.com He passed his CDL in no time…read more I have driven truck for 38 years and choose Jimmy (the owner) over all other schools in the area. Jimmy gives a Great Price and Training for only $!,500. Also if you are unemployed, you can get 3/4 to 100% of the cost paid by the WIA program...you can call a JOIN,Inc. office in your area. Thanks Jimmy Great Job.

Booked for 2 months?! Not okay, unrealistic staffing? I don't know what to say to extend this. I…read morefeel like its a scam and I will never see my money back.

Brent is absolutely amazing my son wasnot so cofident behind the wheel tell after his lesson.He is…read moreright now on his Third 2 hour lesson and I couldn't be happier he now is more cofident on the road Brent is very nice and has had a conversation with me and has exsplained to me everything he has taught my son and his progress now I feel very cofident he will be able to pass the driving test.Brent is very good at his job my son felt very comfortable and happy driving with Brent I would recommend to anyone needed to learn to drive to use this school and ask for Brent.They are very good about schedule my son works at night and was able to have schedule driving lessons that worked around his work schedule and I love that they pick you up from your house and Brent was always early and ready to go and has a great attitude so thank you Brent for giving my son lessons best choice we ever did was enroll in this school .

A great place to get your Alcohol Card/Alcohol Awareness training. The process was simple and easy…read more After completing my online class, I had to go to the training area to do the in-person test. The test wasn't hard and pretty much common sense. The instructor goes over what you got wrong, you take your picture afterward, and then you're done. The staff was friendly as well.

Very informative. I enjoyed my class. So happy to have used their services. Would def recommend.read more

We deeply regret recounting our concerning experience with Discoveries Preschool. As professionals…read morewith a background in education and truancy enforcement, our expectations for childcare standards were not met at this establishment. Following our daughter's weekend illness and her subsequent approval to return to daycare on October 31, she endured an entire day of isolation without any notification, a clear violation of the center's policy. Tiff, the Assistant Director, provided documentation that raised alarming inconsistencies with state-mandated reporting requirements. Despite being dropped off at 7:36 am and picked up at 4:30 pm, we received no communication, a direct contradiction to their policy that mandates parents be notified within an hour if a child is isolated due to illness. Furthermore, the provided documentation indicated our daughter was offered water only once at 9:25 am, with no other fluids offered throughout the day. Tiff's speculative explanations, including the possibility of teething, and her overall lack of accountability raise questions about the accuracy of the records. Compounding our dissatisfaction, our attempts to communicate with Gina, the owner, have been unsuccessful. Tiff's lack of knowledge and accountability as the Assistant Director is disconcerting. We prepaid for the month, but upon removing our daughter from the center on October 31, Tiff mentioned only a one-week refund, which we find ethically questionable. Additionally, the documentation stated that they offered our daughter lunch, but it claimed she refused. However, when we checked her lunchbox, her uncrustable sandwich was unopened, indicating neglect and raising doubts about whether she was served her lunch. In light of these concerns and potential breaches of childcare standards, we have filed a formal report with the state authorities to investigate for possible child danger. Tiff's suggestion that our daughter's isolation might be due to a runny nose, combined with the apparent lack of diversity at the center, leaves us deeply concerned. The failure to address our legitimate concerns, provide a comprehensive refund for the remaining period, and the potential neglect of our daughter's nutritional needs underscore the unprofessionalism we experienced. We share our story with the hope that other parents exercise caution in selecting childcare centers, considering the serious issues we encountered at Discoveries Preschool. Our daughter's well-being, adherence to ethical practices, and the provision of diverse and inclusive care should be non-negotiable in any childcare setting. (If anyone is needing comfort in seeing our documentation I am more than happy to provide)

My 4 year daughter (Autistic) has been shown nothing but care and kindness at Discoveries. They…read morehave helped her grow in more ways than I can count! All through Covid, Discoveries has been top notch with care and cleaning... as we all go through the waves of learning they have been unbelievably phenomenal to all of us. . Very excited to see the doors open! Thank you for all that you do for our littles!