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Academy School Of Driving When you come for the first time in our driving school you'll notice several things are different. The respect you receive from our instructors and other students is automatic. There are no stupid questions. You will be expected to treat others in the same manner. Also, the atmosphere is low-key. Nobody will yell at you for making inexperienced maneuvers. If safety is involved, your coach will correct the situation and use it as a "teaching moment".
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Catherine Torkelson
Apr 23, 2023
10/10 for Academy School of Driving. I was so nervous it was going to be boring but Mr. T was so hilarious, engaging, and made 8 hours on the weekends fly by. I love Mr. T and hope he never retires. :)
Rohan
May 11, 2022
Leaving a review over a year after learning to drive here. Took a course as an adult learner, driving only, no written tests as I had my permit already. Was very reluctant about driving at the time and hadn't driven hardly at all when I started my lessons. I remember my first impression was surprise at the respect for and non-hostility towards my personal health choices (back in early 2021, mind you).

That respect carried over into the lessons as well. The instructor was extremely calm and patient. He constantly stressed the importance of safety while driving and was great at pointing out all little things I could do to improve every time it came up. Every hour of driving I noticed measurable improvements in my vehicle handling. A year later, I'm extremely comfortable driving and consider myself a safe and conservative driver.

This school puts safety first above all else. They're not just teaching you how to "pass the test", but how to truly be a safe driver, as they should. Highly recommend, if last year's quality says anything about this year!
Justin Fritz
Apr 10, 2022
Took Drivers Education here! Amazing instructors and coaches, phenomenal time. Highly recommend to anyone and everyone!
Adam Rivera
Apr 04, 2022
The driving academy was an awesome place to go, I recommend Cody Cooper any time he's great with people and a respectable man
Sarah McCormick
Feb 20, 2022
I took Mr. Ts class 4 or 5 years ago and promised him I'd leave a review when I left his class and here I am, staying true to my word:) mr Ts class is absolutely fantastic all of my memories from that class are so positive (also I haven't ever gotten pulled over or hit a mailbox or caused an accident sooo) He also helped me create good habits! I still think of that story you told us about the lady at the gas station who was almost killed and I always lock my car doors if I'm getting gas alone. Mr T definitely made a memorable impact on my life! Great teacher:)
Melody Davis
Feb 19, 2022
Excellent training & overall fantastic program! Good communication via email & texts for scheduled classes & weather updates/cancellations. My daughter loved the instructors & gained a lot of confidence behind the wheel! Worth every penny!
S. L. Millersen
Feb 18, 2022
The instructors were great, the staff were very friendly and helpful, you go Mr. T
Christine Bong
Jan 08, 2022
Our first child completed this course, and we are more than satisfied! Matt did a great job with communication and walking us through the process of permits, license, and insurance discounts. Great value and a good learning experience for our son.
SheloveCXV
Dec 24, 2021
Great teacher really keeps you into the plan and is great with every person and there is never a time where he isn't open for questions overall and very fun and nice class
Grant Murphy
Nov 05, 2021
Company does not disclose that at least some instructors are unvaccinated when in a vehicle for 3 hours with a child. Instructors share their anti-vaccination opinions with teen drivers. Owner does not believe company bears a responsibility to inform customers despite being unable to comply with social distancing recommendations for unvaccinated people.
S. T.
Sep 21, 2021
Really appreciated the kindness and professionalism of the owner when my son was unable to complete the driving lessons due to personal issues. Thank you!
John W.
Aug 24, 2021
Very professional and outstanding driver training. Granddaughter took driving course, then pre- driving test "check ride" and finally state driving test (and passed!). Everyone we dealt with was extremely professional in every way. Highly recommend Academy School of Driving!
Amanda Owen
Jul 23, 2021
Trying to communicate with anyone from this school is always so difficult. You call and leve emails yet you do not get a reply or response. My son took the online driver's Ed classroom due to Covid. It took us weeks to get an appointment to take the written part of the driver's Ed. We ended up booking the written test online. Then received an email saying it had been canceled and we would have to reschedule.

Once we were able to actually speak to someone to get scheduled the person who was in charge of setting up the test was 20 minutes late even getting to the office to give the test. We were told that they were running errands that that we had to wait for loose the test spot that would not be be rescheduled. Communication would be a great thing to have especially for a company that teaches driving.
Courtney Wonnacott
Jul 17, 2021
Great experiences with all of my kids, from the instruction hours and permit test, to the driving hours, to the actual test. Really made it enjoyable for my kids and put them at ease!
Emily Baldridge
Feb 28, 2021
Being a student myself in the in-person classroom was a real experience. I had so so SO much fun and all the kids around me seemed to have a blast too. Mr. T the instructor has everything down, knows his stuff, and has so much experience in teaching the skills. He tells you everything you need to know and what to expect while also making it fun. It's not your average classroom settings.

Lots of interactions to do and activities so you can get to know the rules, and what to expect while driving. My class laughed hard. And the hardest I've laughed in a while. Today I passed my written test, and did perfectly fine. And you will too. This class doesn't miss anything I'm telling you. Yes, it is fast paced, but your brain is smart enough to take in all the information.

You will not get yelled at, they are patient and want to make us good drivers. They know that yelling is not the way to teach, bc then we will never learn. Im comfortable in the classroom, and having a blast.
Maribeth Weems
Jul 26, 2020
This place is fantastic! I've dealt mostly with Matt, but everyone I have ever spoken to there is always very nice and give superb customer service! Everyone is very knowledgeable about all aspects of the process of getting a permit all the way through getting your child's license. They are so kind, understanding and patient. They have literally walked me through every step along the way.

My daughter has also enjoyed her driving lessons with them and has always felt comfortable with anyone who was her drive instructor. I highly recommend Matt and his team at Academy School of Driving!