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.
Our most comprehensive packages for new drivers
Everything the DMV requires for you to get your license, in one money-saving package.
$419
$500
California Teen Drivers Ed
6 hours behind-the-wheel
Meet at pickup point
Everything the DMV requires for you to get your license, in one money-saving package.
$479
$560
California Teen Drivers Ed
6 hours behind-the-wheel
Home pickup included
Save big with our advanced package, which includes five 2-hour driving lessons plus your online course.
$779
$893
California Teen Drivers Ed
10 hours behind-the-wheel
Home pickup included
Pay for all three lessons now to receive a discount and the DMV completion certificate you need to take your road test.
$419
$440
6 hours behind-the-wheel
Meet at pickup point
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
Home pickup included
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
Home pickup included
Pay for this one lesson. You can pay as you go for your next lessons when booking.
2 hours behind-the-wheel
Home pickup included
Pay for this one lesson. You can pay as you go for your next lessons when booking.
2 hours behind-the-wheel
Meet at pickup point
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
Meet at pickup point
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
Meet at pickup point
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$279
Be sure you're ready for your test with an extra lesson.
More info$439
Our three-lesson package, plus a pre-test prep lesson and use our car for your road test.
More info$757
$719
See why 98% of students across the country rate their driving lesson with us 5-stars.
Driving lessons in Centerville provide a perfect introduction to handling a vehicle in a supportive setting. As a primarily residential community within Fremont, the area features calm, predictable streets ideal for first-time drivers to learn steering, braking, and parking fundamentals. This low-stress environment allows new drivers to build confidence before moving on to more challenging traffic scenarios.
Once a student is comfortable with the basics, lessons can expand to include navigating busier boulevards and major freeways like I-880 and I-680. This prepares them for real-world conditions found throughout Alameda County. Practicing routes toward nearby Union City or Newark offers valuable experience with multi-lane roads, complex intersections, and diverse traffic flow, creating a well-rounded skillset.
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 goal is to empower students with the essential defensive driving techniques and unwavering confidence needed for a lifetime of safe driving. We are committed to translating structured lessons into proficient, everyday driving ability for all our students.
Every lesson is custom-made to help you succeed.
Brian has 20 years of professional driving experience. He wants to pass those experiences and skills down to new drivers and adults that need a refresher course to make them safer. Read more...
Steve has over 21 years of experience as a driving instructor in the Fresno area, having taught close to 20,000 students in the Central Valley! He is a patient instructor and communicates well with his students. Read more...
Matthew is an experienced driving instructor who prioritizes punctuality and preparation. Matthew ensures all his students come away from their lessons with an accurate understanding of the skills required to navigate the road in the safest manner. ... Read more...
Doug has over 40 years of driving experience. He is a graduate of CSU Fresno. He has driven as a law enforcement officer and as a school bus driver for a local school district. With his past driving experience, he feels that learning to drive safe... Read more...
Jeff has been in the transportation business for over 30 years and is a current motorcycle safety instructor. Read more...
Jen loves to drive and has held a class A license for many years. From cars to tractors, there is nothing she can't drive. Read more...
Eduardo became a driving instructor after more than 14 years in retail management, where he developed a strong leadership, training, and safety-focused skills. His background in supervising teams and mentoring employees prepared him to provide struct... Read more...
Tim brings years of driving experience and a calm, down-to-earth teaching style that makes learning both stress-free and easy to retain. He carefully guides students through each step of the process, covering essential driving laws and techniques to ... Read more...
Walter Tello-Malnati has more than 20 years experience as trainer /instructor. He has extensive driving experience and all types of conditions and settings worldwide. Walter is eager to assist students in becoming skilled and safe California drivers.... Read more...
Dolores has quite a bit of experience with teaching, from homeschooling her own children to working as a nanny for various families, and even a prior stint as a driving instructor. She is aware of the excitement, discomfort, and overwhelm students ex... 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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