I was looking for a driving instructor for my teen and saw all the positive Yelp reviews for Hawaii…read moreDriving Academy. Jay was a wonderful teacher! He has a "can do" positive attitude. He was extremely responsive and answered all my questions over the phone before the first lesson. He is very patient, always came on time and had a face mask on for every lesson. After each lesson, he would message me on my teens progress. Jay was very easy to work with and I felt he and I were able to work together to achieve our goals. It was also very easy and convenient to pay for our lessons via payment app. Our teen passed on the first try!!!

Jay is an amazing instructor for both beginners and experienced drivers…read more I had to take the drivers road test after having a drivers license in the US for 26 yrs in 3 States (NJ HI CA ) , during COVID my CA license expired so the quickest way to get a HI license was to retake both written and practical tests all over again I was shocked I failed the 1st time I took the driving test in Kapolei . Since I was desperate to get a drivers license ASAP since I needed a 2nd form of govt issued ID for passport renewal so I was referred to to Jay and only spent 1 (90min) session with him to give me tips on how to pass and took me to the exact route where I was testing in Sheridan (2021) and passed ! I actually learned a lot from him despite being a licensed driver since I was 16yo (took HI drivers test at age 49) My daughter recently passed her drivers test as well and Jay made her drive confidently having had a PTSD/ fear of driving due to a car accident we had years ago when she was in 3rd grade which stopped her from wanting to learn how to drive and Jay was very patient in teaching her and now drives safely, confidently and very courteous driver on the road ! Awesome job Jay! You're very good and patient instructor ! I have highly recommended you to all my friends!

Huge shout-out to this driving school and especially Mari! My son was nervous about his…read morebehind-the-wheel test, but Mari was incredibly encouraging. My son officially got his license on the first try and we couldn't be happier. We've sent 2 kids through 5-0. See you in a year for the 3rd kid!

Our 16yo passed on the first try at Kapahulu #iykyk and we couldn't be more happy with this driving…read moreschool. After making contact and getting on their system, the resources and support through their portal and emails provided the right feedback to address what our teen needed to work on, and the result speaks for itself. Melissa was responsive and flexible with our scheduling needs and answered all of our questions. "Auntie Mel" always showed up early to the meeting spot, took her time, and applied the perfect balance of firmness and patience. After their BTW sessions, our boy felt confident and ready for that obstacle course Kaimuki turns into at 3pm on a weekday for his road test. Maholo nui to 5-0 Driving School; you're very much appreciated and highly recommended.

tried wong way 2 different times the first time i had leonard and thought i was the problem because…read moreof my lack of experience and was critiqued heavily the second lesson its like he completely forgot what we worked on and i just thought its okay maybe i can just sharpen what i already know. tried again a couple weeks ago in hope for a different instructor but got the same guy and i told him im okay with my turns and just wanted to work on parallel parking. He proceeded to ask where i learned from and i said my friend and he told me that they didnt know what they were doing even though they have been driving for 6 years. and i had my road test and on the way he FELL ASLEEP but i wasnt gonna let that stop me. when we got there he wanted to get some practice in so we drove the kapolei route and when driving pass a cross walk i slowed down which he asked me why i did so, i couldnt give an answer at the time i just thought its was right and he said there was no reason to and low and behold that was something i got marked down for because i was supposed to slow down incase pedestrians wanted to walk. do not recommend if you guys get leonard im not sure about any other intructor apart of this company i have not been introduced to anyone new.

This review is in regard to Leonard. He was VERY unprofessional upon helping my niece. He was…read moreyelling at her, he was rude, and he was definitely taking advantage of her. He FELL ASLEEP on the wheel! And took her from Mililani to Kapolei to "feed his horses?!" We definitely called him and demanded a refund! $320 for 2 days just to fall asleep? And when we called him he said he had a "bad day". Then don't go making appointments to help others. My poor 17 year old niece was not at all comfortable during her experience. HIGHLY UNPROFESSIONAL AND WOULD NOT RECOMMEND LEONARD WONG!!!

Excellent class and on the road. My daughter was very comfortable with Mr. Wong. Passed on the…read morefirst try. Thank you Mr. Wong!

Jacob is excellent!…read more Life is busy, and we thought it would be extremely difficult to get our 16-year-old licensed--especially with all the Honolulu Graduated Driver Licensing Program requirements, which felt intimidating to us as newbies. Thanks to Jacob, the entire process was smooth and stress-free. He was responsive, patient, and an excellent communicator, guiding us step-by-step through exactly what needed to be done. Our daughter attended six consecutive Sunday classroom sessions and, despite some initial apprehension, ended up really enjoying herself. Jacob made the classes fun and engaging with group assignments, skits, videos, and friendly competitions. He even bought boba for the winners--which alone would have won our daughter over! As an added bonus, she got to know students from other schools. The one-on-one behind-the-wheel sessions were just as wonderful. Jacob's car has a passenger-side brake, which eased a lot of our fear and helped our daughter progress much faster. Over the course of the required 50 hours of parent-child driving practice, we noticed a clear boost in her confidence after every session with Jacob. It was also incredibly helpful that he took her on the actual test route the day before her exam, which made her feel fully prepared. Our daughter "passed first crack," and we couldn't be happier! To top it off, Jacob highlights his students' accomplishments on Instagram, which is fun and motivating. We were so fortunate to have found him--Jacob is truly the best!

We are incredibly grateful for Keku's Driving Academy and especially for Scott Keku. Years ago, we…read morepurchased their driving course for our daughter when she was still in high school. The program included both a classroom component and a behind-the-wheel component. At the time, she was able to complete the classroom portion, which helped her successfully obtain her learner's permit. Unfortunately, due to timing and life transitions, she never had the opportunity to use the hands-on driving portion before graduating high school and moving on to college. Fast forward a few years--my daughter has been struggling to pass her driving exam, so I reached out to Scott to explain our situation and simply ask if there was any way he might be willing to help. Scott went above and beyond anything we expected. He graciously offered my daughter a complimentary driving session, even though years had passed since we originally purchased the course. During that session, Scott was outstanding. He took my daughter through the actual exam route, explained exactly what examiners look for, and gave her clear, practical feedback on what she needs to improve. He even ran the lesson as if it were a real driving test--playing the role of the examiner and scoring her--so she could truly understand the expectations and feel prepared. His knowledge of the DMV testing process is impressive, and his ability to explain things calmly and clearly made a huge difference in my daughter's confidence. Scott is the definition of a true professional: compassionate, patient, extremely knowledgeable, and genuinely invested in helping students succeed. My daughter walked away from that session feeling informed, empowered, and confident that she now has the tools she needs to pass her driving exam. We are so thankful for Scott's kindness and generosity, and we cannot recommend Keku's Driving Academy highly enough. If you have a child who needs to learn the rules of the road, build confidence behind the wheel, and be truly prepared for their driving test, this is the driving school you want. Mahalo, Scott--you made a real difference for our family.

After 40 years of not driving, I knew lessons were going to be key so I reached out to all the…read moredifferent driving schools and Keku's was the most responsive, by far. They're flexible and they had me scheduled quickly and were patient with my nervousness, but also great at bolstering my confidence. Jimmy was a great instructor and fun to chat with during lessons (1.5 hours in a car is a lot of driving!). Passed the road test on the first try! On a complete sidenote, they're also both just super nice. When we were there for my road test (I was using their car), another person taking their road test found out that someone stole the safety inspection sticker, which meant they couldn't use her car. Jimmy offered to let her use their company car, which def saved the day!

Taking Abe Lee's real estate class was my first real step into becoming a real estate agent. Before…read morethe class, I had interest but not clarity. Abe helped connect the dots and made the industry make sense in a practical way. What stood out most was how approachable and generous he was with his time. Having a one on one lunch with Abe and getting direct advice on short term rentals in Hawaii was invaluable. That's also where I really learned the differences between leasehold and fee simple condos in a way that finally clicked. That foundation led me to earning both my Texas real estate license and my New York real estate license. More importantly, it helped me become a better agent. I'm more confident, more informed, and better equipped to actually help my clients instead of just selling to them. If you're serious about real estate and want real world knowledge from someone who cares about doing things the right way, Abe Lee's class is a great place to start.

I took Abe Lee's pre-licensing course, and that is how I became an agent. Now, even as an agent of…read morethree years, I jumped on his post-licensing course, and that is just as amazing, if not just hands down. I wish we had it when I did his pre-licensing class too. Highly recommend.

Brian was my instructor and he was AMAZING. He was very patient and his instructions were clear and…read morethorough. Thanks to him I was able to finally pass my road test. In 2 lessons he helped me adjust my driving habits to be ready for the test and it worked! I'd previously had friends and family work with me but I failed each test I took and their advice didn't seem to help me, so I decided to try Akamai Driving School. I 100% recommend to anyone looking for a teacher or wanting to improve their driving for any reason. Thank you Brian!

He is the best !!! I inquired about the youth driver's license. Although he did not have this…read morecourse, he still patiently explained the entire course in detail on the phone.

As a treat to myself for the upcoming marathon, I booked a 60-min massage with a student for only…read more$35! Cash and card payments accepted. Mitchell gave me one of the best massages I've ever gotten! She is skilled, thorough and considerate. Highly recommend booking a massage with Mitchell! Be sure to tip your massage therapist. Parking at Century Center is $4. I didn't have to worry about parking, which saved me some inconvenience (spots not guaranteed) and money. Will come back again!

I enjoy the affordability Hawaii Massage Academy offers. Massages vary as students are in differing…read moreperiods of their studies and experience. Sometimes it's great, sometimes it's just ok, but you can't beat it for the price! They also generally have parking available that's affordable, which is always great. If you're looking for a straightforward, affordable massage, then you should try this place out!

Attended the Kapiolani Community College Fashion Design Undergraduate project event called -…read moreCaptured. - included swag - tickets are still available for May 5 at 12pm and 1pm. There is ample parking for the event on the Kohou side of the street. During regular school hours - visitor parking is accessed from Dillingham boulevard. Halls and classrooms are clean and well-kept. Bathrooms are identified by Wahine (female) and Kane (male ) signs. I saw many security guards and felt safe to be on the campus. There are many interesting programs at Kapiolani Community

As far the physical layout, this campus has to be one of most beautiful in the community college…read moresystem. The great lawn, the interesting art pieces, a nice library, variety of food options for students and the public alike under normal circumstances. Unfortunately we are not under normal circumstances so the campus is closed to the public- EXCEPT: when the open market is open on Saturdays, from 7:30 to 11am. Not as big as before, and they are located in parking area closest to Diamond Head Theater (ewa-makai). Other than that- Kapu to the public. (Not opened) Because of the nature of the pandemic it could shut down again so read the papers on the latest changes to lockdown rules. So when regular accessibility returns to the public at large, come by and see what this beautiful campus has to offer. Nice views, decent food options during the week days and delicious culinary delights courtesy of Kapiolani's world class program in the evenings. Support local education!

When our surf instructor became unavailable, we asked for recommendations and were referred to…read moreMickey's, which came highly recommended. We reached out via text, and Mickey responded promptly the same day. Although he was not available for our session, we had the opportunity to observe him teaching two children, likely around 8-9 years old, and were very impressed. Both kids were confidently riding their own surfboards, and Mickey filmed their entire session--creating what appeared to be incredible footage while still delivering an engaging and supportive lesson. Based on what we observed, he clearly provides a memorable and high-quality experience. We look forward to having our own children take lessons with him in the future.

Found Mickey's surf school on Yelp. I texted him for availability after researching a bunch of…read moreother schools. I wanted my two kids to have semi private lessons but all the other schools required kids to be over 13 for semi private lessons. We texted back and forth a few times before we settled on a date and time that worked for everyone. It was a busy week since we were there Thanksgiving week. We paid via PayPal and met on Waikiki beach. He was a bit late since he had trouble finding parking. Mickey had the kids practice some moves on land and wax the boards before paddling out. 90 minutes for $100 each student plus $30 for videos. He paddled them forward with the waves and told them when to stand. The kids had a blast. The videos from his go pro were amazing! A totally rad experience that the kids will remember forever. Mickey was great with the kids. He is super friendly and sang a bunch of songs to them. We highly recommend him. Be sure your kid is comfortable in the water and knows how to swim well. You can find him right behind the famous Surfer statute on Waikiki beach with the colorful umbrella. Fun fact- he taught the k pop group Twice to surf and met Ronny Cheng and Simu. Super