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Varsity Driving Academy Enjoy our new South County office in San Clemente. We are focused on providing the expert training and knowledge you need to become a safe and confident driver. While we specialize in teens new to driving we also have proven experience working with adult drivers at all skill levels. Our main goal is to provide the assistance you need to obtain your license quickly. Our instructors are fully licensed by the State of California with extensive behind the wheel experience.
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  • Adult Courses, Teen Courses, Defensive Courses, Online Courses
Associations and certifications
  • Driving School Association of California
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Varsity Driving Academy | How It Works
Varsity Driving Academy | How It Works
At Varsity Driving Academy, we are Orange County's #1 leader in Teen, Adult and International Drivers Training. We offer a unique program that is DMV certified to teach you defensive and safe driving techniques.
DMV Pre-Drive Check List Before The Behind The Wheel Exam!
DMV Pre-Drive Check List Before The Behind The Wheel Exam!
Learn about the pre-drive checklist demonstrated during our behind the wheel driver's training. This is the pre-drive checklist that the DMV will go over with you right before you begin your road test.
Varsity Driving Academy Teaches you The Push Pull Steering Method!
Varsity Driving Academy Teaches you The Push Pull Steering Method!
Lauren teaches us The Push Pull Steering Method!
Orange County Driver's Education - 4 Safe Driving Habits
Orange County Driver's Education - 4 Safe Driving Habits
In thislatest video by Varsity Driving Academy, Orange County's leader in Adult and Teen Driver's training, our student Hanna gives shows us 4 Safe Driving Habits to use to keep us out of accidents!
Driver's Education Orange County - Defrosting your front Window!
Driver's Education Orange County - Defrosting your front Window!
Varsity Driving Academy provides Adult and Teen Driver's Education training in Orange County, California. In this video, Varsity Driving Academy's Driver's Education Student Ben shows us how to defrost your front window!
Teen Driving School Irvine - Driving Error on Speed for your DMV Test!
Teen Driving School Irvine - Driving Error on Speed for your DMV Test!
In this video from Varsity Driving Academy in Irvine, California, student Veronica tells us what the Automatic Fail is on your DMV Drive Test!
Teen Driving School Orange County - DMV Traffic Check!
Teen Driving School Orange County - DMV Traffic Check!
At Varsity Driving Academy in Irvine, student Scott shows us the Proper way to do a Traffic Check for your DMV Test! Way to go, Scott!
Drivers Education Classes Orange County - DMV Hand Signals!
Drivers Education Classes Orange County - DMV Hand Signals!
In the latest installment of the Varsity Driving Academy's driving tips video series, our student Grant shows us the proper hand signals for the DMV Driving Test!
Reviews (16)
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Fariba Shaygan
Aug 10, 2022
We had a great experience with Varsity driving school. They have knowledgeable instructors. They are super flexible and accommodating with our busy teen schedule. My daughter learned driving so well in such short time I am amazed. She drives with confidence and Passed her driving test with one error when she could have had up to 15 errors. Mark the owner even stepped in when we had to get a last driving lesson we had not planned ahead of time. Abby at the front office is superb. Professional, accommodating, knowledgeable. I recommend Varsity to any concerned parent who wants their teen to learn safe driving. Thank you varsity for great work. My son will be coming soon.
Emily Lancaster
Jun 19, 2022
I had my first lesson with ED today, and he absolutely was the best instructor I could have hoped for. He helped my confidence from the moment I sat in the car and reassured me that he would help me every chance he could. In my first lesson, I was able to comfortably drive down the main road and was able to lane change confidently with his guidance. His instructions and encouragement was by far amazing and I'm very happy to have had him as an instructor! Highly recommend! Thank you so much Ed
Khang Pham
Mar 30, 2022
I had Ed for my very first instructor. He was phenomenal. As someone who did not have a lot of experience and confidence going onto the main road, my second session with him was very exceptional. His calm and patient manner allowed me to drive smoothly while having mistakes from time to time. Ed's guidance and patience and advice was effective and ultimately helped increase the rate at which I was getting better. I definitely recommend him for future endeavors and any newcomers to Varisty Driving Academy.
Fia Good
Feb 28, 2022
My first day of driving I felt overly confident and calm because of Ed! He is an amazing instructor and is very detailed. He helped me through lane changes, traffic checks, etc. I truly recommend Varsity Academy because of Ed. I was already on the main road in less than 20 minutes of driving. Overall, Varsity Driving Academy is a great place for learning. Thank you Ed!
Cristian Marques
Feb 28, 2022
I did my first driving lesson with my instructor Ed and the experience was amazing. At first I was a little nervous because it was going to be my first time on the streets but Ed made everything very smooth. Ed taught me everything before going on the road and when we were on the road he talked me through everything and told me many things in advance. He kept me in check while driving and after 10 minutes I was very comfortable. Thank you Ed
Ivy Chang
Feb 13, 2022
My first lesson with Varsity went really well, thanks so much to Ed my instructor. He was very professional with everything, from offering me wipes to wipe down things I'll be touching in the car to coaching me in detail on the basics. He was also very calm and encouraging despite some of my mistakes. I appreciated how clear and organized he was. The way he taught me helped me learn and understand quickly. Also really appreciated how he made me write down the things I needed to work on next time. Thank you!
Lenny Tabone
Feb 02, 2022
This is a great school of driving. My son is doing very well with it. The book skills online are tailored to being ready for the written test. The requirement is 6 hours behind the wheel with an instructor and the instructor Ed was really great to talk to. For each 2 hour session he was very detailed in what my son was doing well and what he needed improvement on. I highly suggest varsity driving school
Evan Meng
Feb 01, 2022
I just had my first driving lesson and I was really happy with the experience. I was fortunate enough to have Ed as my driving instructor. He is super patient and kind. He definitely made my first driving experience very smooth and calming. He taught me a lot of the basics to driving and I learned a lot on my first lesson. He makes driving and the overall experience very enjoyable.

He was very professional and took many covid safety precautions like wiping down the steering wheel before hand. He gave very clear instructions which led me to understand fully what I should and shouldn't do.
Turtle Baby
Feb 01, 2022
It was nice learning experience and with awesome instructor Ed. He is a very kind teacher and very patient to me all the time. I'm a kind of a nervous drive but when I was driving with him while I felt more confident. He helped me out a lot with driving concerns and struggling parts, and he always corrected my driving issues in the nice way which made me less nervous.

In addition, he also gave me some useful tips for me to improve my driving skill. I highly recommend to learn driving with him if you plan to get a driver's license! Thank you so much Ed!
Lina Muller
Jan 24, 2022
I had Ed as my driving instructor and he helped me improve on my driving a lot. He went over the areas where I felt I needed more help and now I am more confident. He made me feel very comfortable through out the lesson and gave very helpful advice. He made sure to ask if I had any questions multiple times so that I was comfortable with my driving. I truly enjoyed the lesson a lot. Thank you Ed!
Jenna Zayed
Jan 24, 2022
I had my fourth lesson with Kam and he was an amazing instructor. He took the time to go over lane changes and traffic checks. I feel very confident in my driving now. He also gave many tips and took the time to explain different important parts of driving and I highly recommend him.
Dalia Perez
Jan 23, 2022
I took a 6 hour lesson with varsity driving divided into a 3 day 2 hour course. Each course day I had different driving instructors, they were all great, however, on my last day I had Ed and I was so glad because he was by far the best. He was really good at giving me pointers on what I had yet to master and taught me how to properly traffic check, which was something I was still struggling to understand how to properly do.

Thanks to Ed I was able to drive on the freeway for the first time, which was something I really wanted to learn how to do for a few years now. I'm just really thankful I chose this driving school and now feel ready to take my driving test. Thank for helping me out Ed
Brock Donaldson
Jan 20, 2022
Today was my second varsity driving academy lesson. I had the pleasure of having Ed as my instructor! He was by far the best instructor I've had so far. I liked the way he gave me pointers, and his style of coaching was great for me. I went on the freeway for the first time with him and thanks to him I felt super confident. He taught me to change lanes properly which was something I needed help with, and how to do traffic scans. It was an overall great lesson!
Paola Morales
Jan 11, 2022
For the past couple of weeks, I'd been super nervous about my next driving lesson, but to my surprise today went very well. Ed was my driving instructor and it was calming to have him as my teacher. All of the small notes he gave me really helped me become more comfortable behind the wheel and now I am more confident to drive! I appreciate your time Ed :
Siena Duong
Dec 28, 2021
I just finished my first driving lesson and it was an amazing experience. Ed, my driving instructor, was extremely comforting and encouraging throughout the drive. He taught me many new things and made sure that each rule was understood and implemented. I felt entirely safe throughout the whole lesson.
Netana Christiansen
Dec 11, 2021
I highly recommend Varsity Driving Academy! Ed was my instructor and gave me a very clear and concise lesson through and through, by going over rules of the road, safety precautions, and extra helpful tips I would be able to use when driving. He was very polite throughout the entire lesson and made sure I was also comfortable! Thank you, Ed!