Bay Area Glass Institute (BAGI) - San Jose, California

Kayla V.

We LOVE BAGI!! It's a place where you can let your creativity bloom while learning from some of the best instructors in a safe environment.

It's our second time here for the vase class with Stephen and Kyle. Our first glass fusion dish class was with Mel. All three instructors were amazingly kind, patient and helpful for beginners like my sister and I.

BAGI class tends to sell out very quickly. I highly recommend you follow them on social media such as Instagram for updates on their super popular classes.

BAGI is located next to History Park on Phelan Ave. BAGI has its own gated spacious parking lot. Once you sign up, you'll receive an email with the gate's passcode. Drive through the gate, park, enter through the building labeled BAGI and enjoy your time here!

The institute is divided into 2 parts: the front receptionist area with product displays (for sale) and the workshop for classes such as glass fusion and the "hot" shop for any glass blowing classes. Safety is a priority here as you'll see signs of "Eyeball" (meaning you need to wear safety glasses) everywhere around the studio.

We felt like a kid in a candy store and were eager to explore all the creativity options around us. Don't let those cool shaped glass products intimidate you! You can do anything, especially with the help of their helpful instructors!

Overall, we had a blast here! True the price is not cheap but considering the amount of work it takes to maintain this institute and the value of the lesson you'll receive, it's totally worth it in my opinion.

Tips: they have Groupon for their glass fusion dish class and occasionally have seasonal sale 🙂

Caroline B.

Did a class with Wounded Warrior Project here recently, they have glass blowing and glass fusing which groups can try out, and we did glass fusing and made Christmas ornaments. You can pay to belong or join other classes, and you can also come watch them blow glass (there's bleachers) and buy some of the goodies people make. Really great institution, surprised I didn't know it was there! One of our party is planning to use it as a birthday venue for an adult group of friends. The people there are super nice.

Vijay K.

Height of False Selling.
Totally Disappointed with Flower or Paperweight class.

The website said 2 hour class, and I was done in 15 mins.
The instructor did everything, and told we are done and can leave now.

The 2 hours are for a large group of 20 people doing glass making one after other, and not for a single person. This should be clearly communicated.

All T. F.

My mother & I had the most amazing time! We did the bubble bowl experience and Christian did a fantastic job making it a remarkable and memorable experience for us. Highly recommend BAGI. We look forward to doing another class in the future, hoping to do the vase next. Thank you so much.

Raj A.

Wonderful experience. Took an introductory class on glass making.

Very professional tutors. Well maintained facility. Left the class very happy. Highly recommended experience.

Theresa H.

Great existence experience, again! This was my third class and I have a great experience every time! Wonderful instructors and just a fun activity!

Jenny L.

We had a team event at BAGI this week and had an amazing time! The instructors were super friendly and helpful and we each had a chance to make our own bowl with lots of color/shape options! It was definitely a new experience for all of us and we all enjoyed our time at BAGI. Would highly recommend if you’re looking for something fun and different to do with your team or friends!

J

Fun glass making experience with very talented instructors and fun projects for all ranges of input level!