Despite having driving anxiety (as a 27 year old adult who always feared driving), I was able to pass my driving test on my first try with the help of my two wonderful instructors, Merry and Frank. I couldn't have done it without their expertise, encouragement, and kindness.
I only had 6.5 weeks to learn how to drive before my exam, so the driving school was very accommodating in terms of scheduling my lessons. This included having night time lessons which better suited my work schedule + rearranging weekends to ensure I had enough practice before more exam.
Because of my busy work schedule and the time crunch before my driving exam, I had 4 lessons with Frank and 4 lessons with Merry based on schedule availability.
Frank is a wonderful person who is exactly the type of instructor you need as a new driver. He is funny, kind, encouraging, and above all, helps instill confidence in your own driving abilities. He made my first lesson extremely comfortable and is a helpful teacher. He is patient through your mistakes and always cheers you on, which in turn, has helped me believe in myself a little bit more.
Merry is a terrific instructor who made me feel incredibly comfortable, reassured, and prepared to pass my exam. She is very attentive, and being around her put me at ease when I was driving. She is both kind and encouraging, and spent a lot of time reviewing how to parallel park with me. With her expertise and methodologies, I was able to pass on the first try (without making any sort of adjustments when parallel parking) during the exam.
I'm so grateful to have my license--this is thanks...
   Read moreThere are several good points about Anna as a driving instructor:
Experience: Anna has years of experience as a driving instructor, which means she has a deep understanding of the rules of the road and can effectively teach students how to drive safely.
Patience: Anna is known for her patience with her students. Learning to drive can be a stressful experience, but Anna knows how to create a calm and supportive environment that helps her students feel at ease behind the wheel.
Communication skills: Anna is an excellent communicator. She can explain complex driving concepts in a clear and concise manner, ensuring that her students fully understand what they need to do on the road.
Adaptability: Anna understands that every student is unique and has different learning styles. She is adept at adapting her teaching methods to suit the individual needs of her students, ensuring that they receive the best possible instruction.
Safety-conscious: Anna prioritizes safety above all else. She instills in her students the importance of following traffic laws, practicing defensive driving techniques, and being aware of potential hazards on the road.
Positive attitude: Anna's positive attitude and encouraging nature make learning to drive an enjoyable experience for her students. She celebrates their successes and provides constructive feedback to help them improve.
Overall, Anna's experience, patience, communication skills, adaptability, safety-consciousness, and positive attitude make her an excellent...
   Read moreI've been driving automatic cars for a while now. I took a two hour stick shift driving lesson from All American Auto Driving School at Caldwell, recently. They are courteous, professional, and reasonably priced. The school provids its own manual car. I know of schools where they want you to get or rent a manual car.
Alma from the driving school helped me with scheduling. Alma was responsive and helpful. Alma kept me in the loop during rescheduling due to unforeseen circumstances.
Frank was my instructor. Frank was kind, patient, and confidence inspiring. Frank is a great teacher. I made all the rookie mistakes one could possibly make. Frank explained how a manual car works and taught me to use all the five gears and reverse. Frank guided me drive through city streets, highways, and most importantly, up a hill with a elevated slope. All the while, Frank was cool and encouraging! I wholeheartedly recommend Frank without any qualification.
PS: I came to learn from a veteran of the driving school industry that some schools charge a whole lot for three hour stick shift lessons and only let you drive in a parking lot. All American Auto Driving School at Caldwell is not one such school. They teach...
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