Steps to Getting Your License

Use this guide to make sure you are in the right place in your licensing journey.
1

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.

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2

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!

3

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.

4

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.

5

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.

For more licensing details, visit our help article.

Driving Lessons in Hidden Hills

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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Over 100,000 5-Star Reviews

My driving instructor gives super good directions and is calm and nice, even if you pop a tire. Highly recommended!
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My driving instructor was very nice and explained everything clearly, making sure I understood everything during my driving lesson.
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He was the best driving instructor I've ever had! So helpful and kind, he gave me the best tips during his driving lessons and helped me feel confident behind the wheel.
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My driving instructor was very helpful and cool. He showed me what to do to avoid mistakes on the driving test. Highly recommended!
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Over 250,000 Students Have Chosen Coastline Academy

See why 98% of students across the country rate their driving lesson with us 5-stars.

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 Hidden Hills and surrounding areas

A Coastline Driving Lesson Vehicle

Driving lessons in Hidden Hills provide an exceptionally calm and controlled environment to start your journey behind the wheel. The city is known for its quiet, private residential streets with very light traffic, creating a perfect, low-stress atmosphere for mastering the fundamentals of car control, from smooth acceleration and braking to precise turns. This unique setting helps build a strong foundation of confidence.

Once basic skills are established, lessons expand to include the more dynamic driving situations found right outside the community. Students will gain crucial experience on major thoroughfares like the US-101 freeway, learning to merge and navigate higher speeds safely. Practice drives toward nearby Calabasas and Woodland Hills introduce different traffic patterns, preparing learners for the varied conditions across Los Angeles 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 goal is to equip every student with defensive driving skills and practical knowledge for a lifetime of safe travel. We are committed to transforming instructional time into lasting confidence and real-world driving competence.

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Safety Lives in Hidden Hills

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

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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
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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.

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Driving instructors serving Hidden Hills

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.

Rick W.

Rick W.

Rick teaches with Aloha and patience. As a kindergarten-college level educator from Hawaii, Rick designs custom lessons based on student skill level and experience. Read more...

2,000+ Lessons
Michael H.

Michael H.

Michael comes to Coastline after years of delivering training programs in the corporate world. He took his love of training to the basketball court, the baseball diamond, and the soccer pitch, guiding more than a dozen youth sports teams over the pa... Read more...

1,000+ Lessons
Robert A.

Robert A.

If you're looking for an easy-going, patient driving instructor, you've come to the right place. With years of experience in his pocket, he confidently teaches in English or Spanish. Read more...

Speaks Spanish
500+ Lessons
Michael C.

Michael C.

Michael has decades of safe driving experience in Southern and Central California. While he is focused and attentive on the road, Michael is also a people person that is easy to get along with. As a professional field scientist, Michael has been tra... Read more...

Instructor Trainer
500+ Lessons
Eduard H.

Eduard H.

Ed was born and raised in Armenia, where he served two years in the military. Afterwards, he attended Yerevan State University to major in genetics. Upon moving to America, however, his passion for cars and desire to teach others motivated him to wor... Read more...

Speaks Russian
200+ Lessons
Speaks Armenian
Michael H.

Michael H.

Mike H has been driving over 50 years and teaching/ treating for over 40 years. He has a passion for driving on trips, hiking, bike riding and pickleball! He is most comfortable in a one-on-one situation and that’s what led him to become a chiropract... Read more...

200+ Lessons
Gerald H.

Gerald H.

Gerald has a lot of experience driving, and has been doing it for a long time! He has a clean record, and taught both of his kids to drive. He believes in safety first, knowledge, correct execution, and having fun while doing it! Read more...

100+ Lessons
Sonia C.

Sonia C.

Sonia loves driving and the freedom it gives. She believes driving is fun and it is her goal everyday when she gets behind the wheel to drive in a manner that at the end the day gets everyone in her car and anyone she passes the opportunity to make i... Read more...

Speaks Spanish
Anthony P.

Anthony P.

Anthony is passionate about creating a trusting, calm, and supportive environment with his students. He is extremely patient, and wants to help students celebrate small victories, and help them to learn that mistakes are part of the process. Read more...

100+ Lessons
Ellie W.

Ellie W.

Ellie Wells has been a driving instructor since 2022. When not on the roads, she's a writer, filmmaker, and loves thrifting, nature and travel. Read more...

100+ Lessons
Michael R.

Michael R.

Mike is a University of Kentucky graduate where he earned a bachelors degree in telecommunications and minored in music. In 2008, he moved to Los Angeles California to pursue a career in music. That pursuit landed him numerous performances with bands... Read more...

100+ Lessons
Hector L.

Hector L.

Hector has 25 years driving experience, knows how to work with teenagers, has a good driving record, and he will be a great fit for your son, daughter, or yourself. Read more...

Speaks Spanish
100+ Lessons
Adam O.

Adam O.

Adam began his career in emergency medicine as a Navy Corpsman and Paramedic, where he trained medical interns and residents in invasive, life-saving procedures. His early focus on leadership and mentorship shaped the rest of his career. After moving... Read more...

Dunbar B.

Dunbar B.

Dunbar gets constant praise for his warm demeanor and approachable attitude, something that he honed as a probation officer working with minors. He also holds a masters degree in Sociology from California State University Dominguez Hills. His lived e... 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:

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

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