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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.

Student type

Step 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.

Start Course

Step 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!

Start Practicing

Step 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.

Make Appointment

Step 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.

Book Lessons

Step 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.

Make Appointment

Need more licensing details? Visit our help article.

Ventura Driving School

Whether you need to prepare for the road test or just want a driving refresher, Coastline is here to help you become a safe and confident driver for life. From Thousand Oaks to Oxnard and everywhere in between, Coastline’s professional, certified driving instructors are ready and eager to teach you!

Lesson Meeting Points:

Lesson Meeting Point

1300 Eastman Avenue, Ventura, CA 93003

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Courses offered

California Teen Drivers Ed

Confident Parent Driver Coach Course

About Coastline

Coastline is licensed by the California Department of Motor Vehicles and recognized by the following California and Ventura organizations:

Learn more about our Ventura driver education programs below!

Choose Your Learning Package

Most Popular

Our most comprehensive packages for new drivers

Save $82

Get the Online Course Free

Meeting Point Start

Drivers Ed Course + Three 2-Hour Driving Lessons

Everything the DMV requires for you to get your license, in one money-saving package.

Package Price

$439

$521

Total package price

What's Included

California Teen Drivers Ed

6 hours behind-the-wheel

Meet at pickup point

Save $82

Get the Online Course Free

Home Pickup Included

Drivers Ed Course + Three 2-Hour Driving Lessons - Home Pickup

Everything the DMV requires for you to get your license, in one money-saving package.

Package Price

$499

$581

Total package price

What's Included

California Teen Drivers Ed

6 hours behind-the-wheel

Home pickup included

Save $119

Recommended for New Drivers

Home Pickup Included

Drivers Ed Course + Five 2-Hour Driving Lessons - Home Pickup

Save big with our advanced package, which includes five 2-hour driving lessons plus your online course.

Package Price

$809

$928

Total package price

What's Included

California Teen Drivers Ed

10 hours behind-the-wheel

Home pickup included

Save $22

Recommended for New Drivers

Meeting Point Start

Three 2-Hour Driving Lessons

Pay for all three lessons now to receive a discount and the DMV completion certificate you need to take your road test.

Package Price

$439

$461

Total package price

What's Included

6 hours behind-the-wheel

Meet at pickup point

More Options

Additional packages to fit your specific needs

Save $22

Three 2-Hour Driving Lessons - Home Pickup

Pay for all three lessons now to receive a discount and the DMV completion certificate you need to take your road test.

6 hours behind-the-wheel

Home pickup included

$521

$499

Save $59

Five 2-Hour Driving Lessons - Home Pickup

Pay for all five lessons now to receive a discount and the DMV completion certificate you need to take your road test.

10 hours behind-the-wheel

Home pickup included

$868

$809

Save $4

One 2-Hour Driving Lesson - Home Pickup

Pay for this one lesson. You can pay as you go for your next lessons when booking.

2 hours behind-the-wheel

Home pickup included

$173

$169

Save $40.41

Road Test + Three 2-Hour Driving Lessons - Home Pickup

Our three-lesson package, plus a pre-test prep lesson and use our car for your road test. Save $35!

9 hours behind-the-wheel

Road test with our car

Home pickup included

$789.41

$749

Save $109

Recommended for New Drivers

Drivers Ed Course + Five 2-Hour Driving Lessons

Save big on the package designed to get you road-test ready and confident behind the wheel.

California Teen Drivers Ed

10 hours behind-the-wheel

Meet at pickup point

$828

$719

Save $49

Five 2-Hour Driving Lessons

Pay for all five lessons now to receive a discount and the DMV completion certificate you need to take your road test.

10 hours behind-the-wheel

Meet at pickup point

$768

$719

One 2-Hour Driving Lesson

Pay for this one lesson. You can pay as you go for your next lessons when booking.

2 hours behind-the-wheel

Meet at pickup point

$149

Individual Services

Drivers Ed Course Only

Our Drivers Ed course is licensed by the DMV and comes with free mailing for your completion certificate.

$60

Road Test Session - Home Pickup

Use our car for your DMV Road Test. We'll provide a 1-hour test prep/refresher lesson which includes travel to the DMV.

$289

Road Test + One 2-Hour Driving Lesson - Home Pickup

Be sure you're ready for your test with an extra lesson.

$449

Over 100,000 5-Star Reviews

Can I give him 1,000 stars? I would if I could! I learned so much and completely enjoyed driving lessons with him. He is so patient and encouraging! He's the best!

Ryan, Ventura

He is so kind! Truly a lovely and helpful teacher. He gave me helpful tips/advice for things like reversing! I would definitely recommend him for any new drivers! :)

Gigi, Thousand Oaks

5 stars! He was very friendly and made me feel comfortable in the driver's seat. I didn't have any jitters or anxiety while he coached at all. His guidance was really helpful, especially since I was new to the area and hadn't driven in a while.

Swafong, Oxnard

5 stars for being an excellent instructor! He gave me good pointers on stopping safely and he help me understand where to focus when I look over my shoulder before I change lanes. I am so pleased with Coastline Driving Academy, I am considering taking refresher driving lessons every once in a while.

Akhere, Thousand Oaks

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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.

Certified driving instructors

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

Cutting-edge technology

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

Customers first

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

Customized lesson plans

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

Driving lessons in Ventura and surrounding areas

Ventura is a great place to practice driving! Our lessons are available all around the region, including Ojai, Camarillo, and Santa Barbara. From quiet, residential streets to the 101, wherever you need to go, Coastline will guide your driving education from beginning to end!

Ventura Driving School Locations

We know you have a busy schedule. This is why Coastline offers a number of convenient options for lesson locations, including home, work, or school pick up. (This may come especially in handy for high school students or older students at UCSB!) In some cases, we can even drop you off at an agreed-upon location within certain areas of Ventura once your lesson is over!

Other Locations and Lesson Types

Lessons will begin at a convenient Ventura area location. You will be able to see our meeting points once you begin your search for driving lesson availability.

Safety Lives in Ventura

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

Driving 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.

Certified Driving Lessons for Teens

Our behind-the-wheel lessons are great for teens needing the 6 hours of behind-the-wheel lessons required by the State of California for a license. By taking lessons with Coastline, you'll have the skills and confidence to pass your California driving test and get on the road!

Driving Lessons for Adults

In addition to driving lessons for teenagers, Coastline also offers lessons for adults seeking to become safer and more confident drivers in their everyday lives. Whether it's your first time driving or you're looking to practice for an upcoming California driving test, our expert, certified instructors are here for you!

Ventura's Top Driving Instructors

Coastline's hiring standards and training program go above and beyond to ensure your and your child's safety when in the car. All Coastline instructors undergo multiple background checks and complete a rigorous training program to help ensure their readiness and knowledge in the lesson. When you choose Coastline Academy, you are choosing Ventura's top driving educators!

Two-Hour Lessons

A typical Coastline lesson is two hours long, adhering to the California state standard of three, two-hour lessons for all teenaged drivers. Your lesson time starts from when we pick you up and ends when we drop you off.

Will I Pass My Road Test?

Good, prepared, and confident drivers pass their road test. Because of this, we focus on developing and mastering core skills first, including basic driving maneuvers, residential driving, commercial driving, and highway driving! Once you're confident in these skills, we'll help guide you through the road test by explaining the testing process from beginning to end, including administering a mock driving exam during one of your last lessons!

How Many Lessons Do I Need?

Every driver's needs and progress differ, which is why every Coastline lesson is customized for you. Note, all minors in Ventura and in California are required to take 6 total hours of professional driving instruction. (Need more practice? Not a problem! Contact our Support Team to learn about our five-lesson packages!)

Our Car, Our Insurance

Coastline provides all the tools and materials you need for your lessons, including a vehicle, certified Ventura instructor, and insurance! All you need to bring is a positive attitude and a willingness to learn!

Post-Lesson Report Included

At the end of each lesson session, your instructor will complete a lesson report which will summarize the skills you have mastered and those that need more practice. You'll also get a personalized message with helpful tips and resources to study and try between your lessons, meaning you can maximize your practice time!

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 Ventura

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 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 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.

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

800+ Lessons

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

Tom L.

Tom comes to Coastline after a 40 year career training drivers in the transportation industry. He's patient and easy-going and enjoys working with people of all ages. He loves to share his knowledge to help someone become a safe driver. Some of Tom's... Read more...

500+ Lessons

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

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...

Jislaine C.

Jislaine 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 mak... Read more...

Speaks Spanish

Luis M.

Luis Martinez is a 32-year-old bilingual driving instructor fluent in English and Spanish, with 7 years of experience teaching drivers throughout the San Fernando Valley. He recently joined Coastline Academy, where he is dedicated to helping students... Read more...

Speaks Spanish

Scott B.

With over 35 years of driving experience, Scott brings a calm, confident, and friendly approach to every lesson, drawing on the 15 years he spent running his own business before transitioning into driver training. These strengths continue to shape th... 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 California. 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.