New to licenses?

Not sure how to get your license?

Steps to Getting Your License

Use this guide to make sure you are in the right place in your licensing journey.

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.

Start Course

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!

Start Practicing

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.

Make Appointment

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.

Book Lessons

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.

Make Appointment

For more licensing details, visit our help article.

Driving Lessons in Folsom

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

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Over 100,000 5-Star Reviews

He is a very good instructor. He built my confidence during the lesson and guided me through all aspects involved while driving on the road.

Glenn, Hayward

She was very nice and relatable. She also gave the best feedback I've gotten and advice that I will use forever in my driving journey!

Valerie, Union City

She provides a welcoming atmosphere. I was really comfortable as she was patient and took time for me to understand things.

Tyler, San Jose

He was an amazing teacher! Really informative and helpful! Would 100% recommend him and would do it again!

Grant, Milpitas

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Every Coastline driving instructor is certified and licensed by the California DMV and has completed an intensive, California-centered training course

Secure payments and digital lesson reports—we leverage the latest tech to provide a convenient experience you will love

Our instructors don't run errands or make students pick up and drop off other students—your time behind the wheel is your time

Our driving lessons aren't for everyone, they're for you—our instructors customize every lesson to your precise needs

Driving lessons in Folsom and surrounding areas

Folsom is an ideal place to learn to drive. Quiet residential areas, busy commercial zones and major freeways are all just a few minutes drive.

Some locations:

Some Folsom lessons include pickup and drop off at home, work or school, making it easy to fit your lesson in with your schedule.

Other locations and lesson types:

Some lessons in Folsom originate from a convenient meeting point location. You can see our meeting points once you begin your search for availability.

Safety Lives in Folsom

We go above and beyond expectations to provide a safe learning experience.

Instructors you can trust

We're one of the only driving schools to do independent background and drug screens on every employee

Marked cars with a second brake

Every Coastline car has a second instructor brake, is clearly marked as a driving school vehicle and is inspected by a BAR-certified mechanic

Dashcam in every car

We record video and audio inside and outside the car for everyone's safety

Driving Lessons Customized for You

Every lesson is custom-made to help you succeed.

Our school is certified by the DMV, and our lessons are perfect for teens needing the required training with an instructor so you can qualify to take your test, and have the skills and confidence you need to pass it.

We teach adult drivers how to become safer and more confident every day. Whether it's your first time driving or you need to practice for a Supplemental Driving Performance Evaluation, our expert instructors are here for you.

Our hiring standards and training program go beyond the industry standard. When you choose Coastline Academy, you are choosing the state's top driving educators.

Good drivers pass the test. So we focus on core skills first, ensuring you are set up to be safe and confident for life, before worrying about the test. On your last lesson, we will do a mock test to be sure you are ready!

Every driver is different, which is why every Coastline lesson is customized for you.

We provide all the tools and materials needed for your lesson, so all you need to bring is a positive attitude toward learning a new skill.

At the end of your lesson, your instructor fills out a post-lesson report that shows the skills you have mastered, and those that need more practice, so you can maximize your practice time between lessons.

The Coastline Guarantee

A great experience or we'll make it right.

If for any reason you are unsatisfied with your driving lesson, we will make it right. We can redo your lesson either with the same instructor or a different one, at your option. Or, if you prefer, you can get a full refund.

Driving instructors serving Folsom

Our friendly, professional instructors bring a wide range of experiences to teaching you to drive. Each instructor is certified by the state and has completed an intensive training course. We're one of the only driving schools to do independent background and drug screens.

Erik E.

Erik has 22 years of driving experience and can't wait to help you get your license. Read more...

200+ Lessons

Jerry B.

Jerry is a longtime coach, trainer and mentor. He is ready to share his safe driving skills with patience and humor, to make this a positive experience for all. Read more...

Instructor Trainer

500+ Lessons

Raymond B.

Raymond is enthusiastic about motor vehicles and endeavors to share a broad wealth of experience with learners of all ages. In doing so, he hopes they can enjoy their time behind the wheel in a safe manor and then share what they know with others. Read more...

Anthony W.

Anthony is a driving instructor with experience, qualifications, teaching style, and passion for helping students become confident and safe while on the road. When he's not teaching you can find Anthony on long road trips and exploring new places. Read more...

Julio C.

Julio is a very patient and attentive driving instructor with 20+ years experience driving behind the wheel. Julio is also a training coordinator and instructor for industrial equipment such as forklift and other warehouse machinery. He enjoys watchi... Read more...

Charlotte R.

Charlotte is a mom to 5 and had the privilege to teach her children to drive. She loves to educate and connect with students, and help to instill confidence as they learn to drive. Read more...

David M.

David, a driving instructor with 9 years of professional driving experience, approaches teaching student drivers with empathy and enjoyment. Driving is fun but comes with responsibility. Read more...

Diana P.

Diana Penman is a military veteran with over 30 year’s driving experience. She believes that a little humor can make learning more enjoyable. Read more...

Coastline in the Community

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:

Sevita Health

For more information about our Community Partnerships Programs, please reach out to our Support Team.

How Can We Help?

Our customer service team is available from 7am to 8pm Pacific Time, 7 days a week.