2nd Wind Traffic School

WARNNING!
This is the cheapest Driving School but you get what you paid for. I did my driving school with this last year November 2015. I decided to write a review because I met someone who went to this driving school and to my surprised she had the same bad experience that I had.
I booked 10hrs 1 week ahead but First meeting with the Driving instructor/​Owner named Sean (he is the guy on the Video on their website) he was an hour late. I called the office and front desk lady/​secretary said they will call me back. After 15min Sean called and said there was an accident with his staff, and he will be late for another 30−45min. that was totally understandable but I think they should have called me.
The instructor is always on his iPad while I’m driving and constantly talking and showing me the apps that he downloaded. If his not on his iPad his on the phone accepting or scheduling driving lessons which I think was unfair to my part since I already paid the time and should be teaching me (I wonder what happened to his secretary who should be accepting calls and doing the schedule. In fact she accidentally called me on day 3 asking if I’m interested on doing the driving school with them). –Now I know the reason why we never drove to the city because his too busy on his iPad and cellphone and can’t really teach me.
On the 4^th day (still driving in the neighborhood), he was convincing me to push back my DMV test, because according to him I will fail. When I told him that he cannot judge me since we never gone to the main street and was unfair that he was on his phone and iPad all the time. He got upset and yelled at me saying that I will Fail! Then his phone rang and he answered it. It turns out, that remaining days and time I booked for driving lessons are already given to someone else.
I was so upset and can’t focus because we are arguing already so decided to pull over. I asked him if I could cancel the driving lessons with him, he agreed and promised to refund the remaining 6hours and would drop off the check by night.
10pm I got home, check my mailbox for the check he promised but wasn’t there.
Next day, I called him. he answered and to his surprised it was me. I asked for the check and he said he will drop it off by night. When I got home from work, my mailbox is still empty. I called him and no answer.
Next day, I called him and no answer… after 45min I tried to call him again and no answer. I left a voice mail asking him politely to please if he could give back my check that day. no answer.
After an hour, I called him and still no answer, left another voice mail. I decided to text him.
After 30min he called saying he got a flu. I ask him if I can get my check that day? he said yes, when I asked what time? He said, his still looking for someone who can go to my place.
I told him I’m willing to travel, and finally he said that I can go to his office to get my check. He asked me if I can go there at 2pm that day and I said yes.
My house is 15min away drive to his office and 35min taking the Bus.
1:56pm– I received a text from Sean saying that his Secretary is leaving at 2pm!.really?..4min. before closing??.
I was so mad, and ended up calling Paypal to claim a dispute.
I got my money back, thanks to Paypal!
That one Star, is for them using Paypal.
My advice, go to a different driving school. Btw, I already got my license. I passed on my first attempt! Thanks to the other driving school.

I found Sean though his administration of the online Driver’s Ed course that I purchased through Groupon. We, not knowing that our son had to have a pink confirmation slip prior to taking the DMV permit test, called Sean frantically asking if he could issue the slip for our son that day. He was absolutely on point, opened his office and had it taken care of in a snap. Though I would never suggest waiting until the last minute like we did, it was an excellent example of how Sean and his crew always go OVER and ABOVE anyone’s expectations.
We were able to pay for and schedule his driving instruction immediately and Ramone was there to take our son on his first car training session at a moment’s notice. He was engaging and diligent with our son. Not only did he immediately figure out his level of needed instruction, but he was calm, cool and collected… allowing my son to be at ease and learn in a positive manner! I am so grateful for the off chance I had, due to my mistake, that I was introduced to this dynamic duo… Ramone & Sean. I have never been let down, not even once. They have held our hands and guided us through this «getting your license» jungle!!! I have referred them to 5 people already, 3 have already signed on and every one of my friends have just been downright impressed with their professionalism, friendliness and overall confidence that their kids will be taken care of. GREAT JOB guys!!!

Great place to do traffic school, very friendly people and knowledgable. Great prices too

Sean was so accommodating! He gave our nanny some intense lessons, and really was so flexible, helpful, and kept me abreast of the progress the entire time. Thank you, Sean. I definitely recommend this place. He really cares deeply about his job… oh— and making people better drivers.

I am from San Clemente but traveled all the way to Santa Ana to go to this traffic school? Why? because of the Unilocal reviews which are true and because the person who answered the phone, Rosie was nice and courteous. The other places I called were rude and not very helpful about my situation. I had a ticket in AZ and needed a special letterhead to fax to AZ to prove that I went to school in CA. They knew what to do and the owner, Sean did that for me. Ramon was the instructor and he is super cool. Being at traffic school always sucks but going to this one was actually a pleasure. I hope I don’t have to go to traffic school again but if I had to then I would know where to go.

Ramone was super nice and funny :) he made the class more enjoyable and it kept my mind off the time. He treated everyone equally. His teaching is superb and I learned many things I never thought of. He also let us keep our cellphones on just in case of an emergency. I highly recommend him!

Lets be honest, no one wants to come to traffic school, but if it saves you a point on your driving record, then most people would say its worth it. 2^nd Wind has competitive prices, If i remember correctly, I paid 45 dollars when other schools that I called wanted to charge me $ 55-​$ 60 and were only available on weekends. I called them and scheduled my class for 8:00am-1:00 the very next day (friday). My instructor Ramon was a great guy and really made me feel comfortable being there.
Make sure to bring your citation that you received, or at least the citation number. They take care of everything with the court and DMV.

i totally agree with Mia G. this was the best choice i made i thought it was going to be hell but surprisingly he kept it moving always got all the students involved in the conversation and kept all aspects of the class relevant to our citation. He was very well knowledge, answered all of our question completely and thoroughly, I’ve taken an online traffic class before and it CRAZY BORING! and endless. do urself a favor and call second wind traffic school, trust me its worth it.

This was the most painless traffic school ever! Instructor Sean was chill and made the class fun. I definitely recommend this instead of online traffic school. If you take other classes online you have to go to a notary then take a test administered by the notary. It’s much more of a hassle online rather than sitting in a classroom.
All you need at 2^nd wind is to bring your citation and open ears to listen. No hassle just show up:) The easiest traffic school you will ever sit through. Instructor has a great sense of humor and realizes we are all human beings. Sean treats you as an adult with respect and kindness. He only asks for the same in return, no judgment passed here. 5 stars:)