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 Los Angeles offer an immersive experience in a dynamic urban environment. The city's vast network of surface streets provides a diverse training ground for mastering fundamental skills. Learners build confidence navigating various settings, from residential blocks to busy commercial boulevards, preparing them for the realities of city driving from the very start.
As skills advance, lessons progress to the area's famous freeways like the I-10 and I-405. This is essential for learning to merge, manage speed, and navigate traffic flow safely. Practicing routes toward nearby areas like Santa Monica or Glendale also offers exposure to different road types and patterns found throughout 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 the defensive driving skills and confidence needed for a lifetime of safe travel. We focus on turning lessons into practical ability, ensuring each driver is prepared for the road ahead.
Are you excited, nervous, anxious, or feeling a little intimidated about driving for the first time? Are you a new or licensed driver with a few challenges that requires a minor “Tune-up” on California Road Safety requirements that prove best for yo... Read more...
Eric's driving career started in the video arcade but has over 30 years driving in both the United States and Japan. Eric is excited to teach and help create a safe environment for every driver. Read more...
Gerardo has over 20 years of driving experience in Los Angeles. As a driving instructor Gerardo has a calm, positive, and patient approach with all his students. Gerardo has instructed over 1,500 lessons. Gerardo's objective is for students to attain... Read more...
As a working professional, Daniel Teeter has many years of experience driving in some of the busiest areas of the U.S. in cars and trucks while avoiding accidents and traffic tickets. His mission is to teach others how to do the same. He currently re... Read more...
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...
As a veteran of the streets of Southern California, Mark takes his over 26 years of driving experience and turns it into engaging, easy to learn lessons that prepare his students for a life of safe and aware driving. Read more...
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...
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...
Wael is a dedicated driving instructor with a background in aerospace engineering and a passion for road safety. Having driven across multiple countries since 2008, he brings a clear, calm approach to teaching. Fluent in English and Arabic, and a fat... Read more...
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...
John Pierce brings a thoughtful, mission-driven approach to his role as a driving instructor at Coastline Academy. With three years of experience behind the wheel as a professional educator, John is known for his calm presence and ability to connect ... Read more...
A highly conceptual instructor, Robert has rave reviews from students and parents alike. 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.
