AA Driving School

Driver Education

Learning to drive is a tremendous challenge and driving is dangerous. Parents and students must set aside the required time to complete these important courses. The discipline and effort required to complete the licensing process can help the new driver recognize the importance of safe driving, the consequences of being unprepared or irresponsible, and the value of the driving privilege they work so hard to earn.

State law requires driver’s license applicants under the age of eighteen to practice driving AT LEAST 50 hours, including 10 at night, with a California licensed driver over the age of 25. (Practice hours must be documented to keep accurate track of time behind the wheel and type of driving). It takes hours and hours of supervised driving experience in all kinds of traffic and situations for students to develop the necessary skills, confidence, timing and judgment to be as safe as possible on the road. We do not want them to cause a crash, and we do want them to become a victim of another roadway user’s lack of skill or discretion.

*Upcoming 2010 Behind-The-Wheel dates:

Spring Classes

Monday through Sunday - 7 Days a Week

Will taylor schedule to meet the needs of the student

Driver Training will be scheduled after the student has obtained their permit from the DMV.

We offer driver education online at “mycaliforniapermit.com”. Enter Code #: 3369 to receive a discount. This program is one of the few online Driver Education programs that has been reviewed and authorized by the California DMV. Most online programs are not!

The DMV does not have a Driver Ed course. Some people have been mislead by taking an online course that appears to be offered by the DMV. Watch out for the fine print at the bottom!

Driver Training (Behind the Wheel)

Learning to drive is an experience you’re probably looking forward to with great anticipation and enthusiasm. At AA DRIVING SCHOOL we hope to make that experience challenging, educational, and enjoyable. Our goal is to teach you how to drive defensively and courteously. If you practice and continue using, the skills we teach, you will become a safe driver.

Behind the wheel instruction for Lesson 1 will include practice on the following: proper seat, wheel, and mirror adjustment, control panel review, smooth steering, braking and acceleration, lane control, use of mirrors, checking blind spot, visual search pattern, maintaining an appropriate space cushion to the front and sides, dealing with right of way in any situation, changing lanes, proper car position and speed control for entry and exit from turns.

During Lesson 1, most students will practice diagonal and perpendicular parking, downtown driving, and safe backing practices. Some students may practice entering and exiting the freeway. We try to cover as much as possible during the first lesson so students and parents won’t be too apprehensive about practicing these important skills before returning for Lesson 2.

Unless a student has serious car control issues, we recommend scheduling
Lesson 2 six to eight weeks following the first lesson. Those still struggling with basic car control should consider scheduling another lesson as soon as possible.

Lesson 2 will include repetition of skills introduced in Lesson #1, freeway and some rural driving, and parallel parking. Parallel parking is not required on the DMV test, but it’s easy to teach and learn, and a nice boost for the new driver’s level of skill and confidence.

It’s a good idea to schedule Lesson 3 within a few weeks of your DMV drive test. We’ll explain what the DMV examiner will be watching for and how the scoring works. If you exhibit sufficient driving skill, we’ll give you a rigorous simulated road test. If you still require constant reminders and assistance with your driving skills, we will not do a practice road test. The instructor will continue teaching basic driving skills.

After Lesson #3, you’ll have a good idea of your level of skill and what aspects of your driving you still need to work on. We hope you will do well on the DMV driving exam. More importantly, we hope you will continue to practice safe driving skills once you receive a driver’s license.

**Passing the DMV Drive Evaluation does not prove that you have all the necessary skills and experience to be a safe driver. It means you demonstrated the most remedial skill level accepted by the state of California to attain a driver’s license. You will not have to drive on the freeway, parallel park or complete a three point turn.

The efforts of this driving school, parents, and the DMV are worthless if you pass the DMV driving test and then make poor, irresponsible choices when you drive unsupervised. Honor the privilege you’ve earned. Set a goal to be the best driver you can. Be proud every day you drive safely and courteously.

If you feel more nervous than enthusiastic about learning to drive, don’t worry. We’re here to help you develop your skills and confidence. We want AA Driving students to feel as comfortable as possible even when they make mistakes and have questions to ask. We look forward to working with you.

Brush-Ups (DMV Test Preparation)

Drivers who must to take a DMV drive test to renew a license or avoid a suspension, may be uncertain of their skills and what will be required during the driving exam. A “brush-up” lesson may be helpful to restore confidence and minimize the worry. You’ll be less nervous if you feel prepared. We want to help. Please call for more information and remember, instructors may be booked several weeks out so call well before your scheduled DMV drive test.

Office: (530) 637-1116

Mobile: (530) 906-2036