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The Integrated Program Edge

THE INTEGRATED PROGRAM: YOUR COMPLETE FOUNDATION If you are just beginning your driving journey and need both the required driver ed (classroom/online course) and driver training (driving lessons) to get a learner's permit and license, this is your starting point.

An Earlier Start, A Safer Driver: We get you behind the wheel as early as your 15th birthday. By starting early, you build real-world skills and mature decision-making from your very first lesson-no permit required.
Theory in Motion: We bridge the gap between your online driver ed coursework and the driver's seat. By integrating driver ed with our precision based coaching, we immediately form a coaching partnership from day one.
The 90/10 Advantage: 90% of collisions are mental. Why settle for a school that only teaches the other 10%? We coach beyond the license to build the road intelligence you need to avoid accidents before they happen.

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The Mercedes-Benz Standard

We model our coaching after the same high standards set by the Mercedes-Benz Driving Academy. Instead of just checking boxes, we use a personalized coaching system that helps you spot hazards early and make informed decisions in real-time. We don't believe in a one-size-fits-all approach. — we believe in your growth

The Co-Pilot Difference

With almost 100 years of collective coaching experience, we don't just instruct; we partner. Our coaches act as your high-performance co-pilots, working alongside you to build the mental sharpness and technical precision required to own the road.

Your Journey Your Pace: Four our neurodivergent and anxious drivers, we know that progress isn't a race. That's why our entire coaching model is built to move at your speed -- not a schedule -- ensuring you build real confidence in an environment that feels safe, steady and entirely your own.

Our Coaches

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Our DMV Concierge

We speak DMV, (so you don't have to): Your personal advisors, Rita & Geri handle the red tape, the paperwork confirmation and the scheduling complexities so you can focus entirely on the road. Your advisors are on standby seven days a week to provide you with the seamless, end-to-end guidance through every step of the licensing process.

"I cannot recommend The Driving Academy more - phenomenal! My teenage son is a very busy student athlete, and Rita Shuster made scheduling a dream. My son’s instructor, Raul, was incredible - calm, experienced, professional, reliable, and an excellent teacher and enormous support during the entire process."

L. Breier

"We had another incredible experience with The Driving Academy! Our 16-year-old daughter just passed her road test, and her instructor, Raul, was patient, professional, and truly helped build her confidence behind the wheel. Russ and Tom run such a well-organized, high-quality program, and Rita makes scheduling completely seamless and stress-free, plus they all have such fun personalities. We actually used them four years ago for our son and had the same outstanding experience. Everyone is extremely professional, fully trained, and clear communicators, and the overall process felt safe and even enjoyable. We highly recommend The Driving Academy to any family!"

Gara D.

"Just passed my DMV test today! The Driving Academy was seriously the best. All the instructors were super nice and made me feel comfortable every step of the way. Russ was awesome — he always kept me calm and confident while driving. And Rita made scheduling everything so easy. If you’re learning to drive, I totally recommend them!"

K. Valdez

"The Driving Academy was amazing in helping my daughter get her driver’s license and teaching her how to drive! Every instructor was fantastic. Rita is super responsive and helps with everything. I can’t say enough good things about them!"

E. Mavromati

"I’ve used The Driving Academy for two of my kids, who have very different driving profiles and personalities. We’ve had excellent experiences in both cases. One of my children needed more instruction, but they both passed their behind-the-wheel test on the first try. Scheduling and communication are easy, and their staff is very helpful, flexible, and friendly. Rita and Raul were particularly great. I will most definitely use them again for the third kid."

M. Silva

"The Driving Academy is the best driving school out there! Such a dream team of teachers, I went from zero experience to a licensed confident driver under their instruction. Strongly recommend this company! Russ and Rita are the best."

E. Ackerman

"Russ is truly exceptional, and I would highly recommend The Driving Academy to any new or anxious driver. He is so charismatic, and I gained so much confidence in my driving capabilities after taking a few lessons with him. Our lessons were nothing short of entertaining and instructive. I have him to thank for my license, and for teaching me to “enjoy” driving in LA."

K. Smith

"Russ and his team are the best! They shaped my daughter into the confident driver that she is today. She passed her driving test the first time, and no one was more excited for her than Russ and his team. They are encouraging, supportive, and really care! I wouldn't use anyone else!"

P. Springsteen

"The Driving Academy is excellent in every way! They accommodated our daughter's busy schedule to arrange practice driving times that fit her. Raul was such a calm and informative driving teacher. The Driving Academy even took our daughter to the DMV for her driver's test, and she passed! Thank you to Rita and Raul and everyone at The Driving Academy!"

Alissa B.

"Had a great experience with The Driving Academy. Couldn’t have learned to drive and get my license the way I did without Russ and the rest of the guys' help. Thank you so much!! Really recommend anyone who needs help learning to drive or just needs tips to improve their driving to use this academy."

S. Maged

"Russ Shuster is amazing! He taught me so much about driving, and his tips made me very confident driving on my own. I would recommend this school to anyone in the greater Los Angeles area looking for the best driving school. 5 stars!!!"

J. Etessami

"We had the best experience with Rita and the drivers from The Driving Academy. The drivers are professional, kind, and patient. My daughter had never been behind the wheel. Now she’s driving on the freeways! They were always on time. Scheduling was easy and efficient. My daughter learned to drive, and they made her feel comfortable and confident behind the wheel. I’ll be back in 2 years for my son!!!"

K. Lang