American Kids Sports Center in Bakersfield, CA, is a versatile children's athletics facility offering a range of classes including gymnastics, swimming, tumbling, and preschool programs. Many parents commend the dedicated and friendly staff, particularly praising coaches like Andrew and Demetri and swim instructors such as Kaci and Blake. Facilities are well-maintained, and the center has been locally owned for over 32 years.

However, some patrons report issues with hidden fees, inconsistent communication, and difficulties with class cancellations and refunds. While the classes and coaches receive high marks, the center could improve its customer service and fee transparency to enhance overall satisfaction.

Pros:

  • Wide range of activities and classes for kids.
  • Dedicated and friendly staff.
  • Clean and well-maintained facilities.
  • Experienced and praised coaches.
  • Easy enrollment process.
  • Positive impact on kids' confidence and skills.
  • Long-standing community presence.
  • Great preschool program.
  • Helpful and understanding front desk staff.
  • Flexible scheduling for swim classes.

Cons:

  • Hidden fees and additional costs.
  • Inconsistent communication.
  • Issues with class cancellations and refunds.

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Reviews (60)

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Aksc never disappoints and offers such great classes. I've never been disappointed and the staff is all so nice. Thank you for always doing your best and making sure my son has a great time while learning new skills.

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I have found all of the staff to be very friendly and helpful. My daughter looks forward to her swim lessons each week and absolutely loves AKU(preschool). They have a great preschool program with awesome teachers, Ms. Brooke, Mr. Bobby, and Ms. Holly are all great. My daughter loves attending preschool where she gets to participate in activities like tae Kwon do, gymnastics, dance, and even learn to play the violin! Of course they have all the other usually preschool curriculum but it's great to know they are getting those extra physical activities. The director of AKU, Ms. Melanie, has done a great job with this preschool program.

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The staff is so friendly and helpful. Both of my kids attend lots of classes there (swim, gym, and preschool). I have great experiences with all the staff. My son loves coach KC & Andrew for gym and coach Dylan & Danielle for swim. It's amazing how my 3 year old is already swimming freestyle and my 1 year old is already learning his water safety skills. My kids have been there for years and the new addition of the preschool is amazing. My oldest loves getting his education and getting to do gymnastics, dance, and violin all in one place. He has started coming home and talking in Spanish. He loves his teacher Mr. Bobby.

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😀😀😀😀😀Thank you!

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Ok place.

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if you like bad customer service and not having emails or phone calls returned. if you enjoy the warmth of a snooty salon receptionist and swim instructors that never smile at your child or make any connection with your child. Then this is the place for you. I can't say enough bad things about this place. stick with a small local people and stay away from this anonymous cold corporate money pit.

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Such a wide variety of programs and great opportunities for kids to develop skills and confidence for life.

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the only thing thet they have to work on is the front desk on making you feel welcome they don't bother looking up and at least saying morning or hi atleast a smile but other then that evening is great they very good with kids specially a swiming instructor named "Blake" she is so sweet with my little girl

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😀😀😀😀Thank you!

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Hi TJ! Any chance you've had a change of heart about the rating you gave us and would be willing to improve it?

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Frequently Asked Questions

Except the peak hours, this place remains quite free or moderately crowded.

This business has a rating of 4.1-star.

This business has 60 reviews.

The address is: 3622 Allen Rd, Bakersfield, CA 93314, United States .

The contact number is +1 661-589-2100

This service is listed under Gymnastics Center .

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