Business Details
29 Years
experience
Arizona's One-Stop Destination for Driver's Education, Defensive Driving, and Traffic Survival School
Founded in 1997, Stop & Go Driving School has trained over 250,000 students across Arizona. As the largest driving school in the state, we combine extensive experience with a commitment to safety and personalized instruction. Our certified instructors bring backgrounds in education, law enforcement, and specialized training for diverse learners, including those with ADHD and Autism. We prioritize hands-on learning over simulators, with modern vehicles equipped with GPS and video monitoring for enhanced safety. Our curriculum, approved by the Arizona Motor Vehicle Division, includes teen and adult driving education, defensive driving, and traffic survival programs.With locations in Mesa, Phoenix, Glendale, and Fountain Hills, we offer flexible scheduling, including day, evening, and weekend lessons. Our team emphasizes patience and clear communication, with many instructors fluent in Spanish. We maintain rigorous safety protocols, including background checks and ongoing training for all staff. Our reputation as a trusted provider is reflected in thousands of positive reviews highlighting our student-focused approach and successful licensing outcomes.
Services
Driver Education
Defensive Driving
Traffic Survival School
In-Car Driving Lessons
Permit Test Prep
Online Permit Courses
Road Test Waiver
Car Care Safety
Alive@25 Courses
Language-Specific Instruction
Details
- Year established: 1997
Highlights and features
- We offer certified MVD instructors with extensive experience.
- We provide convenient student pick-up services for lessons.
- Our school has the most locations and vehicles in Phoenix Metro area.
- We include GPS and video monitoring in all training vehicles for safety.
- With over 25 years of experience, we have trained over 250,000 students.
Associations and certifications
- Arizona Motor Vehicle Division (MVD)
What people say
Patient instructors
Personalized attention
Successful outcomes
Confident drivers
Safe driving skills
Services
Driver Education
Our comprehensive driver education programs cover all aspects of defensive driving and traffic safety. Certified instructors provide both classroom and hands-on training in real-world scenarios. Students receive personalized instruction tailored to their learning pace and needs.
Traffic Survival School
This state-approved program addresses corrective action requirements for traffic violations. The curriculum focuses on risk reduction and responsible driving behaviors. Instruction includes case studies and practical exercises for safer decision-making.
In-Car Driving Lessons
One-on-one driving sessions with MVD-certified instructors using modern vehicles equipped with safety monitoring systems. Lessons cover urban navigation, highway driving, and complex traffic situations. Flexible scheduling accommodates individual availability.
Permit Waiver Courses
State-approved online and classroom programs that eliminate MVD written exam requirements. Courses include permit test strategies and comprehensive Arizona driving law instruction. Qualified students receive direct MVD exam waivers.
Defensive Driving Courses
MVD-certified defensive driving instruction to improve hazard awareness and risk mitigation skills. Courses benefit both new drivers and experienced motorists seeking improvement. Completion provides official Arizona insurance discounts.
Questions
What driver education packages do you offer?
We provide Platinum, Gold, Silver, and Bronze packages with varying hours of in-car instruction, MVD-certified trainers, and road test waivers. All include GPS-monitored vehicles and flexible scheduling.
Do you provide MVD road test waivers?
Qualified students in our Platinum and Gold packages receive MVD road test waivers during their final lesson at no extra cost, saving time and administrative delays.
Are lessons available in Spanish or other languages?
Our instructors are fluent in Spanish and multiple languages, accommodating diverse linguistic needs while maintaining Arizona's driving education standards.
What is your cancellation policy?
We require 48-hour cancellation notice for driving lessons. Cancellations with less notice or no-shows incur a $100 fee to maintain scheduling integrity for all students.
Do you offer financing options?
Yes, we partner with Afterpay for interest-free payment plans and offer flexible options through our office locations across Arizona.
How long has Stop and Go Driving School operated in Arizona?
We've served Arizona drivers since 1997, training over 250,000 students with our MVD-certified instructors and comprehensive driver education programs.
