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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 Santa Ana provide an excellent environment for building core driving skills. The city features a blend of quiet residential neighborhoods perfect for mastering fundamentals like vehicle control, right-of-way rules, and parking. This calm setting allows new drivers to gain confidence behind the wheel before advancing to more dynamic traffic situations on the city's multi-lane surface streets.
Once comfortable with local roads, lessons progress to include navigating major thoroughfares and freeways like I-5 and CA-55. This practical experience is essential for learning to merge, maintain proper following distance, and adapt to higher speeds safely. Driving routes toward nearby Tustin or Irvine introduces learners to diverse traffic patterns, preparing them for any driving challenge across Orange 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 ultimate mission is to empower students with the defensive driving techniques and sound judgment needed for a lifetime of safe travel. We focus on transforming instruction into lasting confidence, ensuring every driver is prepared for the road ahead.
Jim has been a drive instructor since 2013. He has taught thousands of students how to drive or improve on their driving ability. Engaging, fun and calm under stress, he has very quick reflexes and has your safety in mind. Read more...
Carmela has been a teacher for over 24 years.She is patient, fun, and cares about her students. Her teaching skills help new drivers feel confident and comfortable. . Read more...
Ian has been all over southern California, and has seen first-hand the importance of safe driving. He has a passion for passing on the wisdom he has accumulated and is determined to create more responsible drivers on the road. Read more...
Sylvanus has been driving for 12 years, with 5 of these years being a Commercial driver license holder. Sylvanus graduated from the University of Maryland and is ready to help you become a safer driver. Read more...
In Patrick's 32 year career with United Parcel Service, he was awarded 23 consecutive years of safe driving. He was an on-route daily delivery driver and a driver trainer. Utilizing his Cultural Anthropology degree and the people skills he aquired ... Read more...
Ryan has been a Music Teacher for almost 30 years. He now sees the car as a musical instrument and would love to guide you to play tastefully and and in tune! Read more...
Rosemary has been a driver for the past 12 years. Starting off at LAX airport driving on the airplane runways/tarmacs, to now being entrusted to drive children of all ages to school while working for The YMCA. She hopes to reduce the amount of distra... Read more...
Steve has spent a lifetime as a photographic business owner; is college educated and a U.S. Navy Vietnam veteran. Semi-retired he is currently a teaching docent with over 4,000 hours at Lyon Air Museum. Teaching and educating are equally important. Read more...
Paul has over 15 years experience navigating the road between the California coasts to the Snowy weather in Colorado, and in Toronto, Canada. He drives with a family first mindset and enjoys swimming, bike riding with family, and plays the Ukulele. Read more...
Riley has a love for teaching and being around people. She has always taken pride in being a safe and well-rounded driver and hopes to help others feel the same way about themselves. She is kind, patient, detail-oriented and compassionate while also ... Read more...
Driving should be a comfortable activity, with habitual acts of precautions and Qinmei (May) would love to help you learn how to do so! Read more...
Michael F has 14 years as a truck driver. Has driven across the continental U.S through various weather conditions. Throughout his career, he has had the opportunity to teach new truckers and guide them through the industry. He has also taught in a p... Read more...
In addition to working for the United States Postal Service, she takes pride in having a patient, fun loving attitude with her students and sharing her 42 yrs of driving experience. She treats each student with the dignity and respect they deserve. Read more...
Adnan Kureishy is a former professional wrestling announcer and current voice actor with 19 years of driving experience. He learned to drive in Orange County, where he currently resides, but the professional wrestling world is a lot of self travel or... Read more...
Hello out there! Can you already feel the wind blowing through your hair as you drive down the road? Kind of? Not really, yet? Here to help you become a safe, defensive driver out there in the world. This time is important for you as it is not only e... Read more...
Jill brings 24 years of driving experience to her role as a driving instructor. She has worked with the California DMV and has spent 12 years in aviation safety and training, which has further refined her focus on safety and precision. Jill has drive... Read more...
Kha is a easy-going car enthusiast with 15 years of driving experience. He is an experienced driver that is committed to teaching others not just how to operate a car but also how to navigate real world scenarios with awareness and skill. His goal is... Read more...
Milan Shah has covered a lot of miles under different driving conditions while driving an Uber. He has improved his defensive and predictive driving skills as a result and is happy to pass it on to the new drivers to make driving safer for all on the... Read more...
Kyrsta's been teaching and mentoring for over 15 years and driving since she was 15½. Now combining the two to help new drivers feel safe, confident, and steady behind the wheel. Kyrsta's learned to drive in Long Beach and LA and still remembers the ... Read more...
Christina Morales-Grace is a seasoned driver with years of experience navigating California’s roads—from Southern California freeways to Northern California cities. With a calm, supportive approach and a background in both professional driving and in... 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...
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.
