I took the Woodworking Introduction class with instructor David Hecker and had a really great…read moreexperience. This was exactly what I needed to get familiar with a professional woodshop and all the essential tools. The class accomplished its main goal perfectly: giving beginners hands-on experience with the equipment in a safe, structured way. Over two Saturday afternoon sessions (3.5 hours each), we made a simple candle holder while rotating through practically every major tool in the shop. We used the sliding compound miter saw, jointer, planer, table saw, band saw, router, and various sanders. While the project itself wasn't particularly exciting, it was clearly designed to maximize tool exposure rather than create a masterpiece. David was an excellent instructor who prioritized safety above all else and patiently answered every question. The class size of about 10 people felt just right for getting individual attention. The woodshop itself is impressive with a fantastic selection of professional-grade tools. Parking was easy and the classroom was simple to locate. At around $150 per person, it's not cheap, but felt reasonable considering you're getting access to thousands of dollars worth of equipment and quality instruction. Just expect to get covered in sawdust! We had plenty of time to complete our project without feeling rushed. This class is perfect for complete beginners who want to learn woodworking basics in a supportive environment. It's specifically designed as a safety prerequisite for their more advanced classes where you can tackle more interesting projects. If you're thinking about woodworking as a hobby or just want to try it out, this is an ideal starting point. I'm definitely planning to take more classes here.

Love this place, a great way to learn new things and meet folks from the community. I'm a regular…read morein the bollywood dance class, its fun and the teacher is super passionate about dance and ensuring the students are getting the steps. I also took the intro to woodshop and volleyball. Thankful this place exists, can't wait to explore other classes ( and of course, keep taking Bollywood. So fun!)

I've been wanting to learn ASL but wasn't sure where I could go to take classes. I found out about…read moreSan Jose Learning Center and signed up for ASL 1 with Alexa. I originally wanted to take the class in-person, but due to my own schedule, decided to enroll in the online one. I was a bit unsure how much I'd be able to learn through an online course (as I usually prefer in-person classes), but I'm happy to say that I really enjoyed the class and learned a lot from Alexa! I appreciate SJLC's wide variety of language offerings and flexibility with online, hybrid, and in-person classes. I'm looking forward to taking more classes!

I finished my Japanese 2 here. Teacher Sai is very nice and professional. Really recommend this to…read moreanyone interested in learning Japanese!

This adult education is awesome! The staff is friendly the Education is on point and the location…read moreis easy to get to. If you want to learn this is the place to do it. If you go I'd suggest u don't miss and show up everyday! It will pay off for you in the long run. Classes are nice and clean. Great learning environment! Go enroll!!!

I completed my highschool equivalency here and it was the best. You have all the support you could…read moreever need with schoolwork, alongside self paced work. There is a social worker there that helped me with FAFSA and healthcare after i graduated. Every staff member was very welcoming.

Thank you very much for your work. You show a lot of patience and have a positive mood. For me,…read morethis is the best school. And of course I recommend you for those who have just arrived and do not know where to start learning the language.

My eldest daughter, a high school senior, is an artist, and I wanted to find her additional art…read moreclasses beyond what she was getting in high school. She's worked with Maria and Svetlana for the past several years, in classes including live figure study, live portraiture, animation and advanced portfolio prep. The teaching and guidance at the Art School of SF Bay has been exceptional. And better and better, my daughter has been accepted to top-ranked animation programs including CalArts, Ringling College of Art and Design, RISD and more. I cannot than Maria and Svetlana enough.

Having painted abstract compositions in the past, I was excited to take the class, learn some…read moretheory and make some paintings. Class was in the form of an hour of interactive lecture, followed by an hour of painting, except for the last two (of six) classes, which were focused on creating and finishing a complete painting, with some assistance and guidance from Maria, who was both encouraging and helpful. I will definitely be doing more paintings on my own in the near future!

LOVE this school!! Incredible instructors and incredible administrators…read more They have many different programs here for those of us "seasoned folk" that need to get back out into the workforce or need to learn new skills. Don't get me wrong, it's not just for adults in their 40's, 50's and 60's but for younger people as well. Currently I am considering their Medical Billing and Coding program but my instructor thinks that I should get as much education as possible so that I am not limited. They have programs in Medical Assistant, Accounting, Medical Billing, medical receptionist, Admin Asst and SO MANY more. They will assist you with putting together a TOP NOTCH resume and cover letter, a wealth of information about interviewing for a potential employer and potential employers that are currently hiring. I am also impressed how close everyone becomes with their fellow classmates and instructors. It is actually fun to go to school!!

I love this school. Everyone is so mice and so helpful. The teachers are very knowledgeable and…read moregive their all to help you succeed.

I can't speak for the entire school, but I had a very bad experience trying to enroll in a night…read morewood working class. I had previous experience in woodshop classes I took at Mount Tam high school in Marin, so I wasn't a novice. I paid the fee and enrolled in the class. However, when I met the teacher Ray, he decided not to let me take the class. I think he just didn't like me. Disappointed, I tried to get a refund but the school wouldn't give it to me, so I had to open a dispute with my bank. None of my calls or emails to the school or the teacher were ever returned regarding the class or the possibility of taking future classes. It felt like the class was a private club not open to outsiders. Its this kind of elite snobbery that gives rich cities like Palo Alto a bad name.

I am all about learning something new. I have taken classes from financial, to building your own…read morewater fountain to a basic sewing class. Classes are mostly held at Palo Alto High School on Embarcadero Road and El Camino Real across from the Town and Country Shopping Center. They follow the semester system. I get a hard copy catalog in the mail. You can register online, by phone, by fax and by mail. How easy is that? Classes are very reasonable and can range from $35 on up to $200 depending on how often it meets and the types of supplies you pay for. Geared toward the adult, so evening and weekend classes. They have arts and crafts, cooking, financial, computer, language, music, health and fitness, birdwatching, dancing, acting, CPR and first aid, ...you name it.

This is for the Autobody Repair and Welding night courses only…read more The autobody repair with McTaggert was great. Structured classes. Takes you from banging out dents to welding holes and body filler. No paint in this class. If you are looking for job training then I wouldn't recommend the evening class as you wont learn/practice enough to become job proficient. I would assume his day class would get you there though. He is thorough and supportive. If you are like me who wants to learn for a personal project it is perfect. The welding course is good if you have had a bit of welding experience. It is very self directed and you only get feedback if you ask. The supply of equipment and materials makes it worth the fee alone. If you are willing to do a bit of out of class studying (youtube/welding books/forums) and apply it in class you will benefit immensely from this class. I spent all 4 months at the tig bench and sometimes prepped materials at home (and welded too-I bought a tig shortly after class started because I knew I liked it once I tried)so I can better use my time. After 4 months most people asked if I welded for a living.

The lady at the front office are EXTREMELY slow and don't know how to communicate nicely. Helen…read moreTran specifically is just so slow and does not know how to work with students. I am very patient and understanding but I just don't understand how this lady got hired to work here. Debra Mather is very professional and communicates properly, maybe Helen can learn from her.

This school is really a treasure! I came from my home country years ago and spoke no English. I…read morecompleted their ESL course and now I'm able to read, speak and write in English. I'm so grateful for this organization and their Staff. I want to also pay tribute to the late Mr Teshara who welcomed everyone with love and enthusiasm on their first day of school. I have fond memories of this place.

Amazing staff! Took a certified typing test here. Demetrius and the front desk staff were so great!read more

One of the best mommy and me programs in Fremont for 18M-5Y. They put in so much effort every…read moresingle class, there is so much to do during those 2 hours. I am always in shock at how creative they are and what fun stuff they come up with! I highly recommend this program, especially taking it with our favorite teacher, teacher Brenda! But you really can't go wrong with any of the teachers, they care so much about the kids and their experience here. I've taken both of my kids here and I couldn't recommend it enough. I always tell new mom friends about it because I find it to be such a valuable resource and a hidden gem in Fremont. This program doesn't get enough credit for how absolutely amazing it is!

A+++ for the Mommy/Daddy & Me classes at FACE! My daughter and I have gained so much from these…read moreclasses. We enrolled from when she turned 18 mos until roughly 4 yrs old and transitioned to TK at the school district. We have taken classes from all the teachers (Teacher Ashwini, Priti, and Brenda) and we love them all. What my daughter gained: socialization with peers, how to share and take turns, exposure to the school atmosphere (she learned to sit and participate during circle time and storytime, sing songs, enrichment in various activities like painting, building, etc.). She loved school and enjoyed having me there to guide her and experience school with her. What I gained: became a confident and better parent through the parenting discussions held in-class and observation of teachers and fellow parents, made new friends with other like-minded parents enrolled in the program, combat my loneliness and isolation as a stay-at-home parent. If you are on the fence about whether or not to give this class a try, I say do it! It is an amazing program and I wish I knew about these classes for my older child.