Steps to Getting Your License
Use this guide to make sure you are in the right place in your licensing journey.
If you are between 15 and 17½ years old, you must pass a state-approved Drivers Ed course and receive your completion certificate before taking your written test at the DMV.
Once you have your completion certificate, it is time to practice! Take our practice test questions to ace your exam on the first try!
Ready to go? Make a reservation at the DMV and go pass your test! Once you pass, you will receive your permit.
Book now to get the times you want. You'll need your permit at every lesson.
After completing your driving lessons, you can take your road test. Make a reservation at the DMV and go pass your test to receive your license.
Whether it's your first time behind the wheel or you need a brush up before your test, we offer driving education that will make you a safer, more confident driver for life.
Driving lessons served by San Luis Obispo.
See Prices & PackagesOur most comprehensive packages for new drivers
Everything the DMV requires for you to get your license, in one money-saving package.
$549
$633
California Teen Drivers Ed
6 hours behind-the-wheel
Save big with our advanced package, which includes five 2-hour driving lessons plus your online course.
$889
$1015
California Teen Drivers Ed
10 hours behind-the-wheel
Additional packages to fit your specific needs
Pay for all three lessons now to receive a discount and the DMV completion certificate you need to take your road test.
6 hours behind-the-wheel
Pay for all five lessons now to receive a discount and the DMV completion certificate you need to take your road test.
10 hours behind-the-wheel
Pay for this one lesson. You can pay as you go for your next lessons when booking.
2 hours behind-the-wheel
Our three-lesson package, plus a pre-test prep lesson and use our car for your road test.
9 hours behind-the-wheel
Road test with our car
Five two-hour driving lessons plus a three-hour road test service, including pre-test preparation and use of our car for your road test. Includes home pickup for all five lessons and the road test session.
13 hours behind-the-wheel
Road test with our car
Our Drivers Ed course is licensed by the DMV and comes with free mailing for your completion certificate.
$60
Use our car for your DMV Road Test. We'll provide a 1-hour test prep/refresher lesson which includes travel to the DMV.
More info$319
Be sure you're ready for your test with an extra lesson.
More info$499
See why 98% of students across the country rate their driving lesson with us 5-stars.
Driving lessons in Callender provide a uniquely calm start for new drivers. The community's quiet, residential streets and low traffic create an ideal environment for mastering fundamentals like steering, braking, and road awareness. This peaceful setting helps build a strong base of confidence, making the initial learning process less stressful and more effective as students prepare for more complex situations.
As skills advance, lessons progress to major routes like US-101, which is essential for learning to merge and manage higher speeds safely. Navigating to nearby Arroyo Grande and San Luis Obispo exposes students to varied traffic patterns and intersections. This experience is crucial for building the competence needed to drive confidently throughout San Luis Obispo County and beyond.
We offer flexible pickup and drop-off at home, school, or work when available. To accommodate various schedules, some lessons may begin at convenient meeting points in the area, which will be shown once you start searching availability.
Our primary mission is to equip every student with the defensive driving skills and confidence for a lifetime of safe travel. We focus on turning lessons into practical, everyday driving ability, preparing them for the journey ahead.
Every lesson is custom-made to help you succeed.
Matt Reed is a driving instructor with a background in athletics and psychology who loves to teach others and help them reach their potential. Read more...
Joanne Johnson is excited to bring her training/teaching and driving skills to her students. Growing up in Southern California she brings over 40+ years of driving experience to every lesson. Now settled on the beautiful Central Coast she is excited ... Read more...
Ray is a retired Energy Technician from Southern California Gas Company, where he spent many years ensuring safety, reliability, and efficient service for communities throughout the region. Known for his steady work ethic and commitment to doing thi... Read more...
Coastline is proud to work with over 100 local, state, and national organizations to provide access to high-quality driver's education for teens and adults. Here are just a few of the organizations we partner with to further our mission of eradicating car crashes nationwide:
For more information about our Community Partnerships Programs, please reach out to our Support Team.
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