Five O Driving School

(95 reviews)

5.4 km

My daughter had Sam as her driving instructor two years ago. We really liked the way he taught her…read moreto drive, so we called him again two years later to be the instructor for my 16-year-old son. We consider him an excellent instructor, and we are very grateful. I wholeheartedly recommend him as a driving instructor. He is punctual, and there is good communication in case the time or day of the practice needs to be changed. Thank you Sam.

Sam did an outstanding job teaching my daughter how to drive. From day one, he built confidence and…read moremade her feel comfortable behind the wheel. He even got her on the freeway during the first lesson, which says a lot about how quickly he creates a calm and supportive environment. He explains things clearly, stays patient, and knows how to adjust his approach based on the student. My daughter felt at ease the entire time and came away more confident after each session. If you want an instructor who is professional, encouraging, and focused on real progress, Sam is a great choice.

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AAA Driving School

1.0

(8 reviews)

3.9 km

I echo those reviews below. I think AAA offers great services in most instances but their driving…read moreschool is not one of them. I signed my daughter up for 10 lessons in late September shortly after she received her driving permit. The first available lesson wasn't for 5 weeks so that put us in early November. I was only able to schedule 2 lessons and you have a mandated 2 week gap in between for practice (which I understand) but once she completed her first lesson it took about a day to allow me to schedule her 3rd appointment and the first available was a month later. From start to finish, I estimated that it would take 10 months to complete the lessons. The AAA rep I spoke with to cancel was very helpful but it seems that AAA management is aware of these issues and from the length of time people have provided feedback on this, not much is being done.

I've sent four people to this driving school most recently, my wife. They pushed this idiotic "push…read morepull steering" which is counterintuitive and quite honestly dangerous to go out on the street practicing. When I called them to complain, my only option was to leave a message for somebody that may or may not get back to me or canceled so we canceled after two lessons. Maybe AAA needs to stop doing driving lessons because they're not listening to their customers.

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Genesis Driving School

3.7

(39 reviews)

6.4 km

Wow i just passed my drivers test first try it was so easy. Thanks to Ernesto and his classes I was…read moreable to pass just with 4 points off!! I feel amazing i was so nervous at first but then when it came to the test it was so much easier. I highly recommend taking classes with Ernesto and Genesis 1 Driving School, best decision you will ever make.

I sent 3 of my children to help pass their driving test. I love the convenience of having them…read morepicked up from school or work. Carmen was very helpful and flexible. Easy to work with and all my 3 kids passed! On the first attempt. I recommend Genesis driving school for the quality and affordability. If you want results call Genesis.

Drivers Ed Direct

4.9

(365 reviews)

22.5 km

Locally owned & operated

Offers payment plans

My son learned a lot from the online materials. And the driving instructors were great - patient…read moreand confident, and my son came away from each lesson with improved skills. (I wish I had had such great instructors when I was a kid!) Passed both his learners test and his license exam on the first time. Would definitely recommend to others.

I had such an easy, pleasant experience with Driver's Ed Direct!…read more They were always quick to respond and provided me with all the information I needed. So, when the time came to schedule my 17-year-old, it was easy peasy and stress-free. I really appreciated how flexible they were with scheduling, too. Also, his instructor was such a great match for his personality-type which I'm so grateful for (he suffers from anxiety). I am proud to say that he has since passed his Driving Test. I couldn't recommend them enough!

You got it! Congrats Sam!

Congrats Justin! Going home with drivers license in hand!

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Take pride and sport a smile! Congrats Katherine, Nicole & Jacob!

Mario Bank Driving Instructor

(34 reviews)

6.7 km

Mario was my instructor in 2016. He taught me well and pushed me in all the right ways as I was…read morelearning to navigate the road. Thank you! Accident free.

Ramiro is a great patient and brave instructor ! My daughter was more confident after only one…read moreclass! Definitely recommend!

Aced the test with only 6 mistakes because of mario

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Right Way Driving School

2.8

(42 reviews)

3.5 km

I feel that it is important to notify your customers about refund policies from the initial start…read morenot after purchase. I had called today asking to get a refund for a class and the first person I spoke to, told me he wasn't sure they issued refunds and that it wasn't something that they bring up. Which was surprising. It is a customers right to know about these things as it helps guarantee them further reassurance in their purchase. That is when he told me to wait and I was transferred to a woman whom ended up issuing me my refund but had told me that they would deduct a $15 processing fee. I know other driving schools do not implement this method and would surely give you the full amount back. Please be warned ahead of time before purchasing a session with them, I would hate to imagine someone else going through the same thing. I do appreciate that It was done quickly but for future purposes it be best to notify the customer at the time of purchase. To avoid situations like these.

Andre was amazing!! The online drivers ed did have a lot of typos, but it is legit and we did get a…read morepink slip in the mail.

Primo Driving School

4.9

(171 reviews)

42.0 km

My daughter just completed her 6 hours of instructional driver's training with Primo. This was a…read moregreat experience all around. There was a slight hiccup from the first session but their Ops Manager, Mclean, handled it like an organizational pro and went above and beyond. It was smooth sailing from that point on. Everything from the automated communication, dashboard, and progress report keeps my informed as a parent. I'd use Primo again (1 kid down, 3 to go). My daughter raved about her experience with instructor Dunbar Dradley Jr. His cool and calm demeanor and the way he teaches really made a mark. Thanks Primo!

Very happy with primo .but pay much for team work on my niece to drive on freeway and test…read more for dmv. Hope you can make it happen.

My GRC manual car

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Genesis 1 Driving School

2.9

(40 reviews)

5.1 km

Very much enjoyed the excellent and professional experience. Ernesto was very knowledgeable and…read morecaring teaching our grandson to drive . Would recommend to anyone looking for great service. Offers a follow up refreshing course and will take student for actual driving test at DMV . Thank you

Jus felt overall worst after taking class here they kept insisting I pay for more classes made me…read morefeel like I had no idea what I was doing waste of my time and money. They want cash that way you can ask for refund the service sucks. Go to coastline they are amazing this school is horrible. I passed my driving test meanwhile they said I was not ready. Only good thing is the price but not worth it a waste.

Pass my driving test with genesis driving school

Passing Test!

Passed!!

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Quartz Hill Driving and Traffic School

Certified professionals

Everyone at Quartz Hill Driving School has been amazing! Marlene at the front desk was so helpful…read moreand patient in walking me through the driving process for my son. Antonio was an amazing instructor and prepared my son to pass his test. Thank you so much! I will recommend Quartz Hill Driving School to everyone and will be sure I use them for all my drivers in training.

This is the best, you taught my son how to drive. And I just wanted to say thank you , and to that…read moremarvelous teacher that assisted Justin may you receive everything in life you ask for. We're so happy to announce that he pass his test the very first time. Blessings to all for a fantastic job and the crew you hired to do this. Thank you.

Committed to satisfaction

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Academy Swim Club

4.0

(170 reviews)

5.4 km

Family-owned & operated

Great swim lessons! My 6 year old (who is a little shy) loves her swim lessons here. The…read moreinstructors are kind, patient, communicative and fun! The facility is nice and clean as well! Highly recommend

I always try to leave honest reviews based on my experiences, and unfortunately our experience at…read morethis swim school was disappointing. I hope sharing what happened helps other parents make an informed decision. My child was a complete beginner. After only his third swim lesson, one of the coaches loudly said, "He's everything but nowhere near ready." My child heard the comment. Whether the coach intended it that way or not, saying something like this loudly within earshot of a young beginner is discouraging and unprofessional. Beginners are there to learn, and feedback should be constructive, especially for young children. As the weeks went on, a different coach was assigned to my child, and things initially improved. Then, without much explanation, my child was moved up to the next level. I wasn't concerned about him advancing quickly. In fact, I would have been perfectly happy for him to stay at his current level longer. My priority is that he truly masters the skills required for each level before moving on. The promotion felt rushed, and no one clearly explained why he was ready. The communication afterward was equally disappointing. We were told by one swim manager to change to a different class time because of the level change. When we returned, another swim manager looked at the schedule and told us we were "supposed to be in the 12:30 class but didn't come and wanted to change the schedule," making it sound as though we had caused the problem, even though we were simply following the instructions given to us by their own staff. When I asked which coach my child would have, I was met with a sarcastic response: "You don't remember the last coach you were with?" This was a perfectly reasonable question because my child had just moved to a new level, and I knew coach assignments could change. What made this interaction especially disappointing was that the parent immediately before us had asked the same question and was answered politely and cheerfully. When I asked, I received a sarcastic response instead. The contrast in how we were treated was difficult to ignore and left me feeling unwelcome and disrespected. Things became even more uncomfortable when my child was initially assigned to one coach, who audibly sighed upon seeing the assignment. He was then reassigned twice before ultimately ending up with the same coach who had previously made the "nowhere near ready" comment. During that lesson, I watched closely because my child was visibly anxious. The coach seemed impatient and dismissive. At one point, he aggressively pulled up the sleeve of my child's rash guard instead of calmly helping him. My child would try to communicate, but the coach often seemed more focused on getting him to comply than listening to what he was trying to say. Unfortunately, this wasn't an isolated observation. Throughout the program, I saw other coaches lose their patience with young children as well. I witnessed coaches speaking to children in irritated tones, yelling instructions while children were already crying, and continuing to push them instead of helping them calm down and regain confidence. I understand that teaching swimming requires firmness and that safety is the priority, but there is a significant difference between being firm and showing little empathy toward frightened beginners. Swimming is not just about teaching strokes. It's about building confidence and trust, especially for young children who may already be nervous in the water. Patience, encouragement, and kindness are just as important as technique. We completed the program because it had already been paid for, but this experience left us disappointed. We will not be returning and will be looking for a swim school where young beginners are treated with more patience, empathy, respect, and professionalism.

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Santa Clarita Aquatic Center

4.3

(118 reviews)

2.9 km

I come here all the time, pretty much everyday. I walk my dog here and take her to the dog park. I…read morealso take my cat here and let him walk around, climb trees and just enjoy the outdoors. The pools look amazing although I've never used them. The new skate rink is almost complete. It's beautiful. I am posting photos taken early this morning, I will at least try - I'm not seeing where I can upload them with this review.

Such a amazing experience Getting the tickets is a little…read moretime consuming but once you understand that page it's easy . There is places to sit but if you don't get there on time you might have to take your canopy.We also took a small cooler .It was such a fun family experience for the kiddos

Aquatic center

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Play area.

Academy Swim Club

(42 reviews)

8.6 km

Family-owned & operated

Established in 1985

We had an amazing experience with the Swim Academy camp! My child looked forward to going every day…read moreand had so much fun. The camp offered a great variety of activities, including art projects, movie day, making melty bead creations and many more activities which kept the kids engaged both in and out of the pool. One of the best parts was that the camp included two swim lessons each week. My child made noticeable progress with their swimming skills and, more importantly, gained so much confidence in the water. The instructors were patient, encouraging, and created a positive environment where kids could learn while having fun. I highly recommend this camp to any family looking for a fun, well-rounded summer program that helps children build swimming skills and confidence. We'll definitely be back.

Dakota, the owner, reached out to me via phone and apologized for the experience. He shared some…read morechanges he has already made as well as plans he has for the future so a situation like this doesn't happen again. I appreciated him taking the time to review my emails and communication and reach out to me. He also rectified the discrepancy in the refund and refunded me the full amount which was appreciated.

Edible crafts at summer swim camp!

Free swim at summer camp!

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Mathis Swim Academy

(11 reviews)

0.0 km

Highly recommended! Ms. Tatiana is very patient and has helped my daughter feel comfortable in the…read morewater and learn to swim.

Took my very cautious 6 year old for swim lessons at Mathis this past summer. He's always cautious…read moreand would not take any chances in the water. After the first lesson with Maggie (His instructor) there was immediate improvements with him in the water along with his confidence. Tatiana was kind and flexible with scheduling. We went a couple times a week throughout the summer. Wish we had more warmer days to extend his lessons, so hopefully next summer we can continue his lessons and my son will be a pro swimmer by then.

Tatiana with our daughter teaching the right form!

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My 3yo having a blast during his lesson with Tatiana!

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Jake E.

3 months ago

After using a different driving school for my older children and not being impressed, I decided to try Five-O Driving School for my youngest daughter. From the very first interaction, everything felt organized, professional, and genuinely student-focused. They made my daughter feel comfortable and at ease right away, which made such a difference in building her confidence behind the wheel. Scheduling was simple and flexible, communication was great, and they were consistently on time. The pick-up and drop-off process was seamless, which made it so convenient for our busy schedule. What really stood out was how clear, patient, and encouraging the instruction was--everything was explained in a way that was easy to understand without her ever feeling overwhelming. On top of all that, they're a local company that's highly involved in the community, which makes supporting them feel even better. It's clear they truly care about the families they work with and the students they're teaching. Overall, an excellent experience from start to finish. I would absolutely recommend Five-O Driving School to any parent looking for a safe, and professional driving program. read more

Beverly S.

2 years ago

Amazing! The Instructors are so nice here! They got my kid to pass first time! I like how they go above and beyond here and really put the kids first! I felt so safe leaving my children with them. I loved how they were former law enforcement and know the dmv test inside and out! My child was very shy and was able to connect with all of the Instructors! I was a little hesitant that the driving school was newer here but then I saw they have another locations in California with great reviews! I can't wait till my next child turns 15 and a half and will definitely use this school again! I highly recommend this school!!!!!! read more

Kaitlyn E.

2 years ago

The best driving school in Santa Clarita! I passed my drivers test first time. The instructors are really great and so nice. I learned so much here! I also love how they have the coolest cars. I got to drive a dodge charger on my lessons. read more

Alyssa G.

2 years ago

I had an awesome experience at this driving school. The Instructors were so patient and friendly. The online booking system was also so easy to use and the staff Made it easy! I will definitely use them again! read more

Jimmy E.

2 years ago

Great driving school! Really knowledgeable Instructors! All the instructors are all retired cops and first responders! Awesome concept and they do a great job! Hire them read more

Kristin S.

2 years ago

Five O is a great driving school. The Instructors were all prior first responders! The Instructors at this school are all very well prepared! Top notch driving school! read more

Wevibindoe V.

2 years ago

My family has been using this school since 2016, I am the 3rd child who has attended this school. You learn easily and all instructors are very nice. read more

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