New to licenses?
Not sure how to get your license?
Pass Drivers Ed Course
Before you can take your written test at the DMV, you must pass a state-approved Drivers Ed course and receive your completion certificate.
Practice for Written Test
Once you have your completion certificate, it is time to practice! Take our practice test questions to ace your exam on the first try!
Pass Written Test at DMV
Ready to go? Make a reservation at the DMV and go pass your test! Once you pass, you will receive your permit.
Take Driving Lessons
Passed your test? Great! Now you are ready to take your first driving lessons. Reserve your spot now so you can get going as soon as you have your permit.
Pass your Road Test
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.
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Driving lessons in Cotati offer a unique and supportive setting to build foundational skills. The city's blend of quiet residential neighborhoods and its distinct downtown street layout provides a calm environment perfect for mastering vehicle control and navigating intersections. This relaxed atmosphere helps new drivers build confidence before moving on to more complex traffic situations.
As skills develop, drivers gain valuable experience on more significant local roadways. Lessons progress to include navigating CA-116 and safely merging onto the US-101 freeway. Practicing trips toward nearby Rohnert Park introduces different traffic patterns, preparing students for the diverse conditions they will encounter driving throughout Sonoma County.
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 curriculum is designed to go beyond just passing the driving test. We focus on instilling defensive driving habits and sound judgment, empowering students with the practical skills and confidence needed for a lifetime of safe travel.
Matt has over 30 years experience as a professional driver in school buses and charter buses. He spent many of those years teaching new bus drivers the skills they needed to drive safely. Now he wants to pass on that skill and experience to a new ge... Read more...
Jace is passionate, patient, and has 27+ years of driving experience. He prides himself on being a safe driver and looks forward to teaching students the skills needed to be the same. Read more...
Yury has a passion for digital art, music, and especially safe driving. He's ready to share his 10+ years of experience, adapting to your learning styles and needs. Read more...
John likes to climb in his car and visit new places. That's a freedom he wants to share with his students as they learn to drive. He's here to help you build good habits that will last a lifetime. Read more...
Meet Mike, your dedicated driving instructor, born and raised amidst the stunning landscapes of the San Francisco Bay Area. With over a decade of experience teaching college courses at the university level and two decades spent honing expertise as a ... Read more...
Kenny has been driving for over thirty years. After he had taught his own children how to drive, he has been inspired to teach other young adults to do so as well, making sure they are safe and careful drivers. He loves to teach others and is a passi... Read more...
Deshea has been driving for over 10 years. He’s had multiple driving jobs as well. Being both cautious and patient, Deshea has been a safe driver and managed to avoid most crashes and fender benders. He pursuing a career in psychology to be a become ... Read more...
Rauno likes to brake so smoothly that his passengers fill with confidence in his safe driving, corner so smoothly that his passengers know he's guiding the car to their destination safely. That's the confidence he wants to share with his students as... Read more...
Joshua brings over 30 years of licensed driving experience to his role as a Coastline Academy Driving Instructor. From his military career and beyond, he has held a multitude of instructor roles working with different skill confidence levels. One of ... Read more...
Joseph recalls what it was like to get his drivers license when he was sixteen. He felt excited to join the world in a bigger way! Joseph is originally from the ultimate car culture, Los Angeles. One of Joseph’s first jobs was in the film industry,... Read more...
Clennel Perry prides himself on being a defensive driver. Over the years the roads, they have become very congested, and it is imperative to have those skills as well, along with offensive skills. Read more...
Leonard has been driving cars for over thirty years with experiences in the US Army, US Air Force and in the police department. In the US military, Leonard has driven Humvees in convoys in Iraq and in rural and urban areas. Leonard has the knowledge ... Read more...
Tim spent 30 years in the aviation field before transitioning to 15 years as a school bus driving instructor. His career has centered on mentorship and instruction, with a strong emphasis on safety and precision. As a Sonoma County native, Tim looks ... 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 all across Washington. 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.
