Suncoast Defensive Driving School

At Suncoast Defensive Driving School, we are dedicated to providing the best quality driving instruction in Sarasota and Manatee counties. Our team of certified instructors is committed to helping you become a safe and confident driver. Our school has met and surpassed all requirements of the AAA Approved Driving School program, ensuring that all our students receive the very best in driver training.

In-Car Instruction

Our team of certified instructors will take you through a comprehensive driving program that focuses on defensive driving techniques. We use a unique instructional method that combines private instruction with frequent practice at home. Our instructors will meet with parents during the driving course for progress reports and suggestions, ensuring that you receive personalized attention and feedback.

Teen Defensive Driving

Our Teen Defensive Driving Program is designed for teenagers who are new to driving. The program combines private instruction with frequent practice at home. Our certified instructors will meet with parents during the driving course for progress reports and suggestions, ensuring that your teenager receives the best possible instruction.

Interactive Driver Training

We proudly offer the teenSMART Crash Avoidance Program, a proven and effective computer-based training tool. This program is designed to educate teenagers on safe driving practices and reduce the risk of accidents.

Senior Driving Program

Our Senior Driving Program is designed for older adults who want to refresh their driving skills or identify and assess potential impairments. Our program is comprehensive and includes a thorough assessment of driving abilities. We will provide guidance as to whether driving should be continued unrestricted, with some limitations or discontinued completely.

AAA Approved School

As the area's exclusive AAA Approved School, we offer a 30-hour home correspondence driver education program utilizing the AAA How To Drive manual. This program provides equivalent classroom time to public school programs, with the convenience of home-based study and the advantage of private in-car instruction. This program exceeds the standards from the Florida Department of Education for Driver Education and qualifies for a 0.5 school credit for homeschooling families.

Testimonials

Our students and parents have spoken highly of our school and instructors. They praise our patient and knowledgeable instructors, who provide personalized attention and guidance. Our instructors are certified and experienced professionals who use a unique instructional method that combines private instruction with frequent practice at home. We have a 100% pass rate for our students, and we are proud of our reputation for excellence.