Adult Defensive Driving Lessons
For an additional fee, we provide convenient pick-up and drop-off services within a 10-mile radius of our schools. Please contact the office directly in advance to arrange a date and time.
0–5 miles & under 15 minutes: $10 each way
5–10 miles & 15–25 minutes: $20 each way
Need a learner’s permit? Enroll in our 18+ Driver Education program to get started without taking the written test first. Contact us for details.
Build confidence behind the wheel with one-on-one instruction tailored to your experience.
We focus on:
Beginners and returning drivers welcome
• Practical skills for everyday driving and your road test
• Clear feedback to help you improve
• Flexible scheduling to fit your routine
License/Permit Requirement:
You must have a valid Washington State learner’s permit, a valid driver’s license, or a valid driver’s license or permit from another U.S. state or country to take driving lessons with us.
Bellingham
Mount Vernon
Lynnwood
Outline of Lessons
Road Rules & Vehicle Familiarization
Legal & Safety Stops, Curb Approach, Re-entry
Backing Maneuver, On-Street Turns, 4-Way Stops
Uphill/Downhill Parking, On-Street Turns
Roundabouts, Parallel Parking, Defensive Driving
Freeway Driving, Lane Changes, Inattentional Blindness
Hill Driving, Sharp Turns, Time Management
Downtown Navigation, Traffic Light Turns
Parallel Parking Refinement, On-Street Turns
Advanced Freeway Driving, Passing
Traffic Circles, Backing Maneuvers, 4-Way Stops
Uphill/Downhill Parking, On-Street Turns
Roundabouts, Curb Approach, Lane Positioning
Parking Lot Techniques, On-Street Turns
Emergency Maneuvers, Vehicle Maintenance
Adverse Weather Driving, Defensive Strategies
Advanced Techniques, Situational Awareness
Urban Defensive Driving
Driving Etiquette, Courtesy, and State-Specific Regulations
Parallel Parking
Emergency Braking, Skid Recovery
School Zone Navigation, Pedestrian Awareness
Road Test Prep Review
Backing Maneuver & Parallel Parking
Final Road Test Prep
Advanced Parking Techniques
Intersection Mastery
Rural Driving Techniques
Hazard Perception & Reaction
Comprehensive Review & Mock Exam