New to licenses?
Not sure how to get your license?
Request Parent-Taught Guide
Request your Parent Taught Driver Education Program Guide from the TDLR (this must be received before beginning the course)
Pass Drivers Ed Course
Complete the 32 hour drivers ed course in no less than 16 days (Texas law only allows 2 hours of study per day) and we'll issue your course completion certificate right away
Pass Written Test
Bring your completion certificate to the DPS and pass your written test to receive your learner's permit
Complete Behind-the Wheel Training
Complete 44 hours of parent-led behind-the-wheel training to receive your behind-the-wheel completion certificate
Complete ITTD Course
Complete the state required Impact Texas Teen Drivers (ITTD) Course
Pass Driving Test
Pass your behind-the-wheel test at the DPS to earn 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 Thorndale provide the ideal setting to build a strong foundation of essential skills. Instructors focus on helping you master fundamentals, from smooth acceleration to navigating intersections with confidence. The town's quieter streets are a perfect practice ground for developing core competencies like steering control and hazard awareness, ensuring you feel comfortable behind the wheel from the very start.
As your skills grow, lessons progress to routes like US-79. Practicing on this highway helps you safely manage higher speeds and interact with different vehicles. This experience is invaluable preparation for real-world trips, whether you are heading to nearby Rockdale or simply becoming more comfortable with regional travel.
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 you with the defensive driving techniques and confidence needed for a lifetime of safe travel. We focus on turning structured lessons into practical skills you can rely on every time you get behind the wheel.
Jeff is a retired teacher and coach with over 32 years of experience in education, having taught physical education, athletics, and social studies to students ranging from kindergarten through college undergraduates. A Texas State University graduate... Read more...
From an early age, driving and transportation have been central to Patrick’s life. His fascination with how movement connects people, places, and opportunities has shaped both his career and his appreciation for the skill and responsibility required ... Read more...
Richard is a U.S. Armed Forces veteran with extensive instructional experience and a strong background in professional driving. He holds a Class A Commercial Driver’s License with Motorcycle, Hazardous Materials, Tanker, and Double/Triple Trailer end... Read more...
Robert DuFresne brings over 22 years of driving experience and 8 years of motorcycle experience to his role as a driving instructor. With a strong understanding of vehicle mechanics and safe operating procedures, he has developed a broad skill set th... Read more...
Katherine is a people-oriented instructor who enjoys sharing her knowledge and helping others learn new skills. A self-taught driver, she first learned to drive on a standard shift vehicle, giving her a strong appreciation for both the art and precis... Read more...
David brings extensive experience as a professional trainer and has driven and instructed in Class A, B, and C vehicles. His teaching approach combines positive reinforcement with a strong focus on results, creating a supportive learning environment ... Read more...
Along with being a driving instructor, I’ve spent the past 13 years serving as a high school and collegiate softball umpire. My background in sports runs deep—I was honored to be named a First Team Junior College All-American in baseball and went on ... Read more...
Jon Gallegos is an independent IT EDI consultant by day and a musician by night. With more than 50 years of driving experience across the lower 48 states, Canada, South America, and Europe, Jon has navigated a wide variety of road conditions and envi... 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.
