Southern California Golf Schools

(4 reviews)

5.1 mi

One of the best golf coaches in the area. Been his student for a while I improved incredibly. I'll…read moredefinitely do more lessons with him in the future. Lesson location is at the beautiful Canyon Crest Country Club. No range buckets needed so there's no need to pay anything extra for the lesson. You will have every penny you pay worth it learning from him.

I have been seeing O'Neill for several months. I can sum him up in two words...THE BEST! I've…read morebeen golfing for quite some time now and, over the years, have taken lessons from several golf instructors. While I've never had a bad instructor, I've never had one as great as O'Neill. O'Neill makes technical golf shots so simple. Instead of giving complicated, multiple step instructions, O'Neill is able to get to the root of whatever the problem may be and turn it around in one simple mental thought or warm-up drill. My best example is bunker shots. For years, I avoided bunkers at all costs. If I did land in one, I pretty much resigned myself to a high score on that hole. Within 10 minutes of getting into a bunker with O'Neill, I was hitting balls onto the green as if I never had a problem. O'Neill truly has a way of teaching and connecting with people that I've not experienced before. For me, he's made golfing fun again!

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UPEC Fitness

4.3

(26 reviews)

14.2 mi

Mario and UPEC Fitness and Golf have been an absolute blessing to me and my family for over 15…read moreyears. From day one, Mario has been upfront, honest, and truly focused on what you actually need--not pushing unnecessary programs. He has saved us a great deal of money over the years by tailoring plans specifically to our goals. One of the biggest examples of his expertise was with my son. During the latter part of his junior year in high school, Mario helped him put on over 20 pounds of muscle, which played a huge role in securing his athletic scholarship. The results spoke for themselves. Mario is always available, approachable, and genuinely invested in the success of his clients. That commitment continues today with our 8-year-old granddaughter, who has been training in golf at his facility since she was six. The progress she's made is incredible--people watching her practice can't believe her age. If you're looking for someone who truly cares, delivers real results, and treats your family like his own, Mario at UPEC Fitness and Golf is the best there is. Highly recommended.

UPEC Fitness is a great facility. The trainers are amazing. I would definitely recommend it.read more

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Sonny Yada Golf

3.0

8.0 mi

Sonny is the best! He taught me everything I know about golf as I went from only having gone to the…read moredriving range and playing mini-golf a few times to finishing a full 18-hole game and hitting pars and even a birdie along the way! I had made it a New Year's resolution to take golf lessons and found Sonny through the PGA's Get Golf Ready program to introduce people to the game. He was great at explaining everything from stance to club grip and had a ton of useful drills that I could use to practice on my own. After the month was finished, I continued with lessons once a week for two more months at the Newport Beach Golf Club. My long game needed work (I couldn't hit too far originally), but saw improvement after our training to the point that I was ready for a game (which was my goal). We did two games as lessons where we went over all the rules, golf etiquette, club selections, etc. He always had the answers to my questions and had various ways to help with learning (filming by video, personalized drills, etc.). He even helped me figure out which golf clubs to buy in my Craigslist search. Throughout all this, he was always patient and encouraging and knew exactly what I need to fix to get the result I was looking for. Super happy now that I can play golf with a solid performance - Sonny is highly recommended whether you are just learning or looking to improve your game!

I have called Sonny and left a message to inquire about lessons and rates. I didn't receive a…read moreresponse so I sent him an email. 2 days later I received an email with rates but the email doesn't state if the rate he provided is per person. I asked for rates on group lessons. I sent an email back requesting additional information and its been over a week and no response. I guess Sonny is way too busy to take on new students. Or maybe he should just list his rates online if he doesn't want to be bothered with these questions. Anyways, I was unable to take a lessons because I couldn't even get pricing from him. There are 2 other instructors at this location so I will be reaching out to them.

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Golf Galaxy

Oliver was incredible....went in to get my putter regripped, and he took care of it in less than 5…read moreminutes. Appreciate the great and super fast service. Thank you!

2nd time I have come in for a quick regroup of a golf club - guy in the shop has told me " go pay…read morefor it and I'll have it waiting for you" - that was very fast - I was in and out of the store in 7 minutes. Last time I came in and they gave me a $10 off coupon if I spent $50. I took advantage of the offer and got some balls and a glove - store is clean and organized

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Shandin Hills Golf Club

2.6

(108 reviews)

14.0 mi

Hidden gym in San Bernardino great layout they said they were gonna roll the greens so it's…read moreprobably even better now Thought I'd played every course is SoCal, but not this one real reasonable great track along the freeway

Been play here for the last 6 months or so and within a span of a month or two they've just stop…read moretrying. They recently had a fundraiser and it feels like they let the course go to earn more money from donations. Hands down the worst conditions I've ever played. You might as well go play the executive course in Colton. At least they have grass. Entire course is just dirt at this point. Tee boxes are as think as the rough. Didn't believe the recent 1 star reviews because I've always like this course even though it's a little rough but this is ridiculous . First time back after two month and it was the biggest waste of money. Get it together. Place needs to be shut down at this point. Someone should investigate where all that money went

Cigars, Coronas and golf!

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El Prado Golf Course

3.2

(176 reviews)

12.8 mi

Fairways and greens are in top shape although bunkers need complete overhaul else should be covered…read morewith turf to be playable :)

El Prado is a great value golf course - staff takes care of you is a nice way and pricing is among…read morethe lowest in the area. Golf carts are dated but beats walking when it is 99 degrees. Played on a Thursday morning at 10:00 and got off a little early. Fairways are OK and greens were much better than the last time I played here- I'd say they were in great shape. Had a great grilled hot dog at the turn and was one of the best I've ever had - had a good time speed of play was 4.5 hours -

The men that keep the greens GREEN

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Before tree trimming

Healthy Body Training Facility

4.3

(28 reviews)

1.1 mi

The best gym!!! Mike will take care of everyone that walks through the door and legit will treat…read moreyou and welcome you as family ! The community becomes your family really quick and i really have nothing but love for this place. You have the best equipment, the best atmosphere and you don't have to worry about any commercial gym bs no hidden fees everyone re racks there weights and cleans all the equipment themselves! I love this gym and everyone there don't hesitate on joining this place wipes out Crunch, Eos, chuze and any gym in the vicinity

Fantastic gym, with an actual gym culture. Positive people, working hard and being consistent and…read moremotivating each other. This is a true lifters gym, no tanning beds or massage chairs. Lots of great trainers as well. Some of the best equipment in town, Arsenal Fitness. You get a nice discount at Healthy Body Nutrition as well. Check this place out! If you need a pizza party to come to the gym, those are down the road :)

Great pump

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The Cove Waterpark

3.3

(370 reviews)

2.4 mi

I absolutely love this place!! My 8 year daughter loves it…read moreas well. They have great people working here and the food is good! The lazy river is our favorite!

We went to this water park for the first time because it's a smaller water park and much closer for…read moreus than the other options. It's a cute little place for kids with a lazy river, three slides, a toddler area, and a wave area. I was excited to find somewhere that was a little more convenient and purchased 3 season passes. Unfortunately, we were only able to use the passes twice. When I originally asked the girls working at the front desk about the schedule, I was told that the park would be open Monday through Friday through the end of August. Based on that information, I felt comfortable purchasing the season passes because I knew my other kids would be coming back from vacation and we would have plenty of opportunities to use them. That ended up not being the case. The park was closed multiple times for private events, and then the schedule changed. I eventually called to check whether they were open and got a voicemail saying that they would now only be open on weekends until Labor Day. I emailed the park because I was disappointed and explained the situation. Unfortunately, I didn't feel like they were very helpful. I was basically told that the calendar had been posted since the beginning of summer and that it was my responsibility to check it. The problem is, I didn't even know there was a calendar to check. I was given information directly by the employees at the front desk that the park would be open Monday through Friday through the end of August. If someone had told me, "Our schedule can change, so please check our online calendar before purchasing," I absolutely would have done that. In fact, if I had known the actual schedule, I probably wouldn't have purchased the season passes in the first place. Because of the closures, private events, and schedule changes, I was only able to use my pass twice and couldn't use it when my other kids returned from vacation, which was the whole reason I purchased the passes. I think it's a cute little water park and could be a fun option for younger kids, especially if you're looking for something smaller than the big water parks. But unfortunately, the way this was handled left a really bad taste in my mouth. I completely understand that schedules can change and private events happen. What I don't think is fair is telling customers one thing when they're purchasing passes and then essentially telling them afterward that they should have known to check a calendar they weren't aware existed. I'm sure three season passes aren't going to make or break the business, but as a customer, I definitely feel like I got screwed over for simply trusting the information I was given by the employees.

Free with entrance fee. Must sign a waiver and get your wristband signed off

Seating area with no shade.

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Waterpark area

Rancho Jurupa Park

4.0

(206 reviews)

1.7 mi

Had Personal Issue with reservation, called in spoke to Lolli, Lolli said had to talk to Mike the…read moreManager. Long story short they took care of the guest!! "CUSTOMER SERVICE IS PRIORITY, WITHOUT THE GUEST YOU HAVE NOTHING!" Both went over and above!! Thks Lolli & Mike!!!

This place gets extremely crazy on holidays. It's $20 for…read morethe day to park which is a little pricey but the splash pad is included in the cost. If coming on a holiday come early! Restrooms are also limited which can be troublesome on holidays. My girlfriend had a cabin. They're A/C and sleep 4-5 people. They're really cute. The kids love the splash pad area. They keep the park really clean. Overall it was a fair experience.

Dog friendly as long as they are on a 6ft leash at all times.

One of the cabins

Inside the cabin

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Mount Rubidoux Trail

4.6

(548 reviews)

2.8 mi

Writing…read more Mount Rubidoux is a fantastic hiking trail that's perfect for families. The entire path to the summit is paved, making it accessible for people of all ages and fitness levels. Located just minutes from downtown Riverside, it's a popular destination for both locals and visitors. Parking is available at the park, but even early in the morning you'll likely find the lot busy with hikers and families enjoying the area. A unique tradition takes place on the last Saturday of every month, when local men's church groups gather at 6:30 a.m. to hike to the summit and hold a "Sermon on the Mount" service. I highly recommend visiting Mount Rubidoux. The hike is enjoyable, the atmosphere is welcoming, and the panoramic views from the top are absolutely amazing.

Easy 3 mile hike/stroll on a paved path - great for strollers & wheelchairs…read more Park at Ryan Bonaminio Park where they have restrooms, but I recommend getting there early because it fills up quickly. We arrived at 7am on a Sunday and already had to park a little farther in the back. There is no shade but the views are great! Very fun to climb the stairs at the top. The trails converge at a point in the middle and there are two ways to the top. Going to the right is a slightly longer route but the incline is easier and more gradual. Going to the left is where the tower and bridge are. Have fun!

Came across during our hike, so beautiful!

Rain or Shine

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Heart Rock

4.5

(202 reviews)

20.4 mi

This is a great local spot. Parking is pretty spacious. It's about a mile and a half. It has narrow…read moresections and inclines. I would say it's a moderate hike for beginners. The heart is so cute. Perfect for families and dates. You can swim at the bottom. Takes about an hour.

This hike was such a fun adventure! I loved being surrounded by nature and enjoying the peaceful…read moreatmosphere. If you're looking for a hike with interesting views and a little adventure, I definitely recommend it.

Arrows pointing to heart shaped rock

Trees

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Box Springs Two Trees Trail

4.6

(38 reviews)

7.8 mi

Highly recommend this hike, as the scenery was spectacular. I'm not sure if the mountain is this…read moregreen all year but cam here in January and it was very green almost comparable to Switzerland green how can it be so green in riverside? It is pretty much an incline the whole way until the top, then we saw a Herd of donkeys. Spotted a few coyotes as well but they are harder to find. Not much shade so prepare water and hats. Then you go downhill on the way back. It is around a 2 hour hike, very nice views!

Wow what a view! Specially right now. Everything is green. Lots of donkeys everywhere. Got to see…read morethem up close. Lots of wildlife. My son was able to see lots of lizards, different kind of bugs and insects. He enjoyed it the most. Pretty easy hike. Even my 5 year old did it.

Lush and green at the start (and end).

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Sycamore Highland

4.4

(49 reviews)

7.9 mi

Such a cute park to walk your dogs. Make sure to bring your own water bowl for them tho it gets…read morewarm with no access to water for them except hot water fountains. Someone even was setting up for a proposal.

Very nice park. It's amazing to view the sunset and go for nice family walks or walk your pet.read more

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The Aquatic Zone

Certified professionals

We had an excellent experience with AquaticZone! Our daughter, Hazel, can now swim confidently…read morewithout floaties, and we couldn't be happier with her progress. Communication with Christi was always professional, friendly, and constructive. Our swim instructor, Ryan, did an outstanding job. He was patient, encouraging, and helped Hazel build both her skills and her confidence in the water. Whenever Ryan wasn't available, Tiff stepped in and did a fantastic job as well, ensuring the same high standard of instruction. One piece of advice we received from the AquaticZone team was to let Hazel swim without floaties at all times. We followed that recommendation consistently, and she made remarkable progress in a very short time. Practicing this way helped her develop strong water confidence and independence. Our main goal was for our daughter to become a confident swimmer--not to make things easier for us at pool parties or family outings. We were committed to supporting her throughout the learning process, and the guidance we received from AquaticZone played a huge role in her success. We highly recommend AquaticZone to anyone looking for a professional, supportive, and effective swim school. Thank you to Christi, Ryan, Tif, and the entire team for helping Hazel become such a confident swimmer!

The only thing I love about this place is the instructor Amanda. The service provided by front desk…read moreand customer service phone line is terrible. I feel like Gen Z runs this place. They never follow through with a phone call or text. Such a waste of dedicated instructor like Amanda in this place. Re: not sure how I am able to respond to the owner but here it goes. Thanks for acknowledging the review. I don't plan to pursue or give further opportunity to correct the experience I had. I had pointed this out several times to whoever I was texting to and got very unsatisfactory responses.

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Gary C.

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6

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12 years ago

I just had a lesson with Steve Bean at Jurupa Hills. It was a five hour lesson. I wanted something that was more like a golf school vs. a lesson. I have had many lessons over the years and "none" compared to this in terms of the difference it made in my game. I think it takes something special to be an effective instructor and Steve Bean has that. His observations and corrections made an immediate improvement to every aspect of my game from tee to pin. I'm already planning to go back once I have a chance to work on what I've learned. read more

Greg C.

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1

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12 years ago

Greg C. I enrolled in one of Steve's San Diego schools and to my delight found Steve to be extremely knowledgeable about the swing and what it takes to simplify the process so even I could understand. He is patient and cares about your progress. Every detail was easy to learn and within a very short period of time I was able to perform at a level I never thought I would obtain. If your looking for help Southern California Golf Schools and Steve Bean are who you should see! read more

Jessie C.

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1

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1 year ago

Steve is incredibly knowledgeable, kind, and patient. He immediately spotted issues with my posture and gave clear, helpful corrections that made a big difference in my swing. I really appreciated how he explained things in a way that was easy to understand, even for a beginner like me. You can tell he truly cares about his students' progress. Highly recommend if you're looking for a skilled and encouraging instructor! read more

Brian A.

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1

0

8 years ago

I had a lesson today from Steve R Bean and the results were immediate. He put me on plain and starting striking 6 irons long and straight. Granted i am not new to the game but i was struggling with this club so i am really excited to take this new swing into action knowing it worked at practice. I cannot wait to see him again. i can see my handicap dropping to where i was several years back . read more

Richard S.

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2

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7 years ago

Been taking lessons for well over a year and Steve my instructor has been amazing. Steve is professional and patient and an all around great guy. All that hard work payed off and today I shot my personal best 82. As Steve always says "make the change today" Highly recommend Steve Thanks Steve and Southerncaliforniagolfschools.org read more

Lauren G.

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1

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10 years ago

Steve is an excellent instructor. He is clearly experienced and knowledgeable with the sport and with teaching it. My swing has been revolutionized in just my first lesson. Looking forward to my next one! read more

Steve B.

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8

3

10 years ago

Southern California Golf Schools offers some of the best pricing on golf lessons and golf school packages. Southern California Golf Schools has more than 15 locations in California alone. read more

Chris F.

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1

0

12 years ago

Steve is a extremely professional individual . He is always patient with all of the kids that he instructs. I am happy to say that my son continues to improve after each lesson. read more

Coach Steve B.

10

5

11

12 years ago

Great junior golf program. Meets Saturdays at 9:30. Hour and a half lesson including range balls at only $16.00.

Bruce E.

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1

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6 years ago

Played a fade/slice most of my life. In the only one lesson Steve had me hitting the ball straight.

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I have been seeing O'Neill for several months. I can sum him up in two words...THE BEST! I've…read morebeen golfing for quite some time now and, over the years, have taken lessons from several golf instructors. While I've never had a bad instructor, I've never had one as great as O'Neill. O'Neill makes technical golf shots so simple. Instead of giving complicated, multiple step instructions, O'Neill is able to get to the root of whatever the problem may be and turn it around in one simple mental thought or warm-up drill. My best example is bunker shots. For years, I avoided bunkers at all costs. If I did land in one, I pretty much resigned myself to a high score on that hole. Within 10 minutes of getting into a bunker with O'Neill, I was hitting balls onto the green as if I never had a problem. O'Neill truly has a way of teaching and connecting with people that I've not experienced before. For me, he's made golfing fun again!

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