Business Details
27 Years
experience
Trusted Driving Lessons in Janesville, WI
At Best Defense Driving School, we bring 25 years of dedicated service to Janesville and surrounding communities, combining expertise with a commitment to safe driving education. Our founder, Kurt Larson, a retired area school teacher with a Master's Degree in Education and 34 years of teaching experience, has specialized in teenage driver education for 26 years. All our instructors are state-certified to teach both classroom and behind-the-wheel driver education for teens and adults, ensuring comprehensive training. We offer flexible learning options, including traditional in-person classes with air-conditioned comfort and our new self-paced online classroom, both priced at $500 total. Our services include home pickup within Janesville city limits, interstate driving practice, and DMV permit test preparation.With a focus on personalized instruction and real-world readiness, we prioritize student comfort and confidence. Our locally owned operation maintains strong partnerships, like our collaboration with KC's Driving School for online curriculum delivery. We emphasize convenience through flexible scheduling, multiple registration methods, and accessible off-street parking. Our proven track record of training thousands of drivers reflects our dedication to quality education and road safety. As a Wisconsin-licensed driving school, we uphold the highest standards in driver training and customer service.
Services
Driving Lessons
Online Classroom
Behind-the-Wheel Training
Permit Testing
Home Pickup Service
Details
- Year established: 1999
Highlights and features
- Certified instructors with 25 years of combined experience
- Home pickup service within Janesville city limits
- Self-paced online classroom option available
- DMV permit test preparation in our facility
- Owner has 34 years of teaching experience
Associations and certifications
- State of Wisconsin
- Department of Public Instruction
Services
Driving Lessons
Our comprehensive driving lessons combine classroom instruction with hands-on practice. Students receive 30 hours of classroom education and 6 hours of behind-the-wheel training. Our certified instructors focus on safe driving techniques, traffic laws, and real-world road scenarios.
Online Classroom
Self-paced online classroom option covers all required driver education material. Students complete 30 hours of coursework at their convenience, with access to digital resources and interactive modules. This option maintains the same $500 total cost as traditional classes.
Behind-the-Wheel Training
Personalized driving instruction includes city, highway, and interstate driving experience. Our certified instructors provide 6 hours of one-on-one training with flexible scheduling options. Home pickup available within Janesville city limits for added convenience.
Permit Testing
We offer DMV permit test preparation and administration for traditional classroom students. Our facility provides a comfortable environment for taking knowledge and signs tests. Online students must complete this requirement at official DMV locations.
Home Pickup Service
Free home pickup available within Janesville city limits for behind-the-wheel training. For students outside city limits, we coordinate convenient meeting locations. This service enhances accessibility while maintaining quality instruction standards.
People
Kurt Larson
Owner/Instructor
Retired school teacher with 34 years of education experience and 26 years specializing in teenage driver education. Holds a Master's Degree in Education and state certification for public school driver education instruction.
Questions
What driver education options do you offer?
We offer traditional in-person classes and a self-paced online classroom option, both meeting Wisconsin's 30-hour requirement.
Are your instructors certified?
All instructors are Wisconsin-certified for both classroom and behind-the-wheel driver education for teens and adults.
Do you provide home pickup for lessons?
Yes, we offer free home pickup within Janesville city limits for behind-the-wheel training sessions.
Can I take the permit test at your facility?
Traditional classroom students can take DMV permit tests at our location; online students must visit official DMV offices.
How much does the complete driving course cost?
Our complete program costs $500, including $99 for online classroom and $401 for behind-the-wheel training.
How do I register for classes?
Register by email, text, or phone call with your personal information and preferred class schedule.
Reviews (4)
Anna Banana
Mar 31, 2022
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After dealing with the terrible communication, 3 weeks after I paid and completed my last drive time they still haven't submitted my completion files to the DMV so I'm unable to get my drivers license.
Amy Hawley
May 28, 2021
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Worst experience ever and this was only my daughter's 1st driving session. The instructor was rude and kept criticizing everything she did and made snide remarks when she didn't know how to do something (parallel park). When the other girl was driving, he spent entire time on his cell phone then made her stop at gas station for snacks. For what we're paying this school, this is unacceptable & unprofessional behavior.
Connor
Feb 11, 2021
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Do not even bother, go for Rock Valley instead. First off, the classroom portion was educational and great. Nothing negative there. Everything else on the other hand, unbelievable. Scheduling is the first problem. Always seem to be misplacing paper work and asking you to make payments you already made. Then, when you text them to schedule it takes forever for them to get back. Once I texted them again just to make sure, and they responded in the RUDEST WAY POSSIBLE. "Wow, learn some patience" they said.
Perhaps be more considerate. Now, the drive times. Horrendous. One instructor in particular was unbearable (Keith, I believe). He was always unnecessarily rude to me and would make me and other students stop so he could get himself snacks. I learned absolutely nothing through him. The other instructors I had were great though, no complaints there. Very informative and communicated well in that aspect. Overall, not great.
Perhaps be more considerate. Now, the drive times. Horrendous. One instructor in particular was unbearable (Keith, I believe). He was always unnecessarily rude to me and would make me and other students stop so he could get himself snacks. I learned absolutely nothing through him. The other instructors I had were great though, no complaints there. Very informative and communicated well in that aspect. Overall, not great.
Alex Peter
Nov 24, 2020
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Critical: Communication, Professionalism, Quality, Value Worst possible business ever! Took days on end to get a response