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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.

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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.

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For more licensing details, visit our help article.

Driving Lessons in Pismo Beach

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 is very kind and patient! He explains everything well during my driving lesson and gives constructive feedback.

Zsofia Z.

He helped me a lot and gave me many reminders during his driving lesson. I really appreciated the pictures!

Crystal T.

Jim is the best! His calm demeanor eases nerves, and his attentiveness ensures you really learn. Worth the money for driving lessons!

Leann V.

My driving instructor was the best! He was very nice and gave me the tools I needed to feel confident. I will definitely be recommending him and scheduling more driving lessons.

Annika S.

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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 Pismo Beach and surrounding areas

Driving lessons in Pismo Beach provide an ideal setting to learn at a comfortable pace. The city's quiet residential neighborhoods offer a low-stress environment perfect for mastering fundamental skills like vehicle control and navigating intersections. This calm starting point allows new drivers to build confidence before progressing to more dynamic traffic scenarios.

As you gain experience, lessons will expand to include main thoroughfares like CA-1 and the US-101 freeway. This is essential for learning to merge safely and manage higher speeds. Practicing routes to nearby communities like Arroyo Grande introduces different traffic flows, preparing you for driving throughout San Luis Obispo 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 empower new drivers with the defensive driving techniques and awareness needed for a lifetime of safe travel. We focus on turning instruction into practical skills, ensuring you feel prepared and confident behind the wheel.

Safety Lives in Pismo Beach

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 Pismo Beach

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.

Shane A.

Shane has been enjoying a 30 year career as a Hollywood Stuntman/Stunt Driver before coming over to Coastline Academy. He brings an enthusiasm for safety to every lesson. And as a bonus, his students pick up professional driving tips and skills Shane... Read more...

1,000+ Lessons

Cecelia K.

As a Cal Poly grad and a SLO native, Cecelia Kramer is an experienced professional driver who uses skills built in a variety of different work disciplines as well as her current driving position to draw from and create fun, unique and safe driving ex... Read more...

Matthew R.

Matt Reed is a driving instructor with a background in athletics and psychology who loves to teach others and help them reach their potential. Read more...

Pershaud B.

Pershaud Bolt is a professional driving instructor with over 23 years of experience operating everything from manual transmissions to commercial rigs. Known for his calm demeanor and coaching background, he specializes in helping students gain confid... Read more...

Joanne J.

Joanne Johnson is excited to bring her training/teaching and driving skills to her students. Growing up in Southern California she brings over 40+ years of driving experience to every lesson. Now settled on the beautiful Central Coast she is excited ... 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?

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