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Your Trusted Driving School in Martinsburg, WV
Founded in 1998, we are a family-owned driving school dedicated to fostering safer drivers across West Virginia. Over 25 years, we have trained more than 3,900 students, adapting our methods to meet evolving generational needs while prioritizing individualized instruction. Our approach combines one-on-one lessons with dual-controlled vehicles for enhanced safety. With locations in Martinsburg and Kearneysville, we offer flexible scheduling, including extended summer hours, to accommodate learners at all skill levels.

Our proven success record reflects our commitment to preparing confident, test-ready drivers who prioritize road safety. We specialize in tailored lesson plans, defensive driving certification for point reduction, and refresher courses for experienced drivers seeking renewed confidence.
Services
Driving Lessons Permit Test Prep Defensive Driving Course Refresher Training Group Classes Insurance Discounts Flexible Scheduling Dual-Control Vehicles Custom Lesson Plans Point Reduction Program
Details
  • Year established: 1998
Highlights and features
  • 25+ years of experience training 3,900+ drivers with proven success
  • Customized lesson plans for all skill levels from beginner to advanced
  • Private one-on-one instruction with dual-control safety feature vehicles
  • State-certified defensive driving courses for license point reduction
  • Two convenient locations in Martinsburg and Kearneysville, WV
What people say
Patient instructors Effective teaching High pass rates Personalized approach Flexible scheduling
Services
Driving Lessons
Our one-on-one driving lessons focus on practical skills development using vehicles equipped with passenger-side brakes for safety. Certified instructors customize each 55-minute session to address individual learning needs, with options ranging from basic skills to advanced driving techniques. Students consistently achieve first-time test pass rates through our adaptive teaching methodology.
Permit Test Prep
This comprehensive program prepares students for the West Virginia knowledge exam through both individual and group formats. Instruction covers traffic laws, road sign identification, and test-taking strategies within 45-minute private sessions or 3-hour group classes to ensure thorough preparation for license applicants.
Defensive Driving Course
State-certified 8-hour courses held monthly help drivers reduce license points and improve safe driving habits. Upon completion, participants receive official certificates accepted by West Virginia DMV for three-point reductions, with flexible scheduling options available beyond standard Saturday sessions.
Refresher Package
Designed for experienced drivers needing updated skills or anxiety reduction, this package includes assessment and customized training. Through a combination of classroom review and behind-the-wheel practice, drivers regain confidence and learn modern safety techniques in contemporary vehicles.
Group Classes
Structured 45-minute theoretical instruction sessions cover essential driving concepts and preparation techniques. Group interactions foster peer learning while maintaining personalized instructor support, with options for both permit test preparation and general driving knowledge development.
People
Kay Papeskov
Driving Instructor/President
With over 25 years of driver education experience, Kay leads our instructional team while maintaining direct student involvement through hands-on teaching.
Shelley Tellez
Driving Instructor
Certified driving professional offering personalized instruction that adapts to individual student needs and learning paces while maintaining safety standards.
Ruza Papeskov
Classroom Instructor
Specializes in theoretical instruction, focusing on foundational driving knowledge and test preparation strategies for successful permit exam outcomes.
Questions
What driving services do you offer?
We provide private driving lessons, permit test prep, defensive driving certification, refresher courses, and multiple package options.
How do I schedule lessons?
Contact us via phone to discuss availability and book appointments based on your preferred schedule.
What payment methods are accepted?
We accept cash and credit card payments for all courses and lesson packages.
Do you offer discounts?
Yes, we provide 5% discounts for military personnel, educators, first responders, and sibling combinations.
Are your vehicles equipped for safety?
All training vehicles feature passenger-side brake controls for enhanced safety during instruction.
Can you accommodate special needs?
Our instructors develop customized lesson plans to address individual learning requirements and physical abilities.
Reviews (1)
Lily Valkyrie
Sep 03, 2019 Report
Hi, I'm not sure how many instructors are with this organization, but my instructor was pretty good. I have anxiety and although she was very strict on mistakes I made, I have learned much more from her than other teachers. Your instructor's job is to lower your levels of stress with driving, if your instructor is not helping you with that, stop coming. She was on her phone on some occasions, but I think she checks on other scheduled students, and was still attentive to my driving. Also, if you are driving you must train your brain to deal with distractions anyways.

She only checked her phone if she knew I was comfortable with the place I was driving. I recommend asking a lot of questions and always have a notebook with you. (I personally slipped up on practicing outside of the class, and I made my instructor a bit on edge/frustrated with me because I didn't practice enough, but other than that, its good.)