PREPARE OUR TEENS TO BE DEFENSIVE DRIVERS
Founded in 2003, Coach Al's Driving School has been providing quality driver's education instruction to the Albuquerque, Rio Rancho, Bernalillo County, and Sandoval County areas for over 15 years. Our team of experienced and exceptional instructors is dedicated to preparing our teens to be defensive drivers and promoting safe driving habits.
Our instructors are not only experienced drivers, but also educators who are passionate about teaching and shaping the next generation of drivers. We have a former CNM driving instructor for CDL licensing, retired firefighters, active police officers, a former property and casualty insurance agent, a retired UPS driver and supervisor, and individuals with over 28 years of coaching athletics in private and public schools. Our diverse team of instructors allows us to provide a well-rounded and comprehensive driver's education experience.
At Coach Al's Driving School, we go above and beyond to make the learning process enjoyable and stress-free. We offer perks such as pick-up from school and drop-off at home as part of our driving instruction. We believe that learning to drive should be a positive and memorable experience for all of our students.
Services Offered
Coach Al's Driving School offers a variety of services to meet the needs of our students. Our flagship program is our Driver Ed course, which covers the fundamentals of vehicle operation and the rules of the road in a safe and fun environment. Our certified classroom and behind-the-wheel instruction ensures that students are fully prepared to take on the responsibility of driving.
For those who have already completed the classroom portion of Driver Ed, we offer In-Car Only instruction. Our experienced instructors will work with students to hone their driving skills and build confidence on the road.
We also offer Road Testing for those who are ready to take their driving test. Our instructors will provide a thorough review of the driving skills necessary to pass the test and provide guidance and support every step of the way.
For those who have already obtained their license but are looking to improve their driving skills, we offer Driver Improvement courses. Our advanced driver's training covers topics such as defensive driving, hazard perception, and risk management.
At Coach Al's Driving School, we are committed to providing customized programs to meet the unique needs of our students. Whether you are a teen just starting out or an experienced driver looking to improve your skills, we have a program for you.
Expert Instructors
Our instructors are the backbone of our school. They are experienced, professional, and dedicated to providing the best possible driver's education experience for our students. Our instructors are former CNM driving instructors for CDL licensing, retired firefighters, active police officers, former property and casualty insurance agents, retired UPS drivers and supervisors, and individuals with over 28 years of coaching athletics in private and public schools. They bring a wealth of knowledge and experience to the classroom and behind-the-wheel instruction.
Our instructors are patient, understanding, and approachable. They understand that learning to drive can be a stressful and intimidating experience, and they strive to make the learning process enjoyable and stress-free.
Testimonials
"My daughter started with another well-known driving school last year. The class portion was fine, but my daughter was never able to get scheduled for her driving time, 7 hours of hands-on driving instruction with an instructor. Once the driving schools students went back to school so did their instructors. After seven months and only promises of getting my daughter her required driving time, I decided to go to Coach Al's. Coach Al's driving instructor Gary Tafoya picked up my daughter at her school to start her driving lessons and would end them each time at our home. No dropping off or picking up at the school, which made it so nice for us. Eddie Torres, the school's class instructor, directed me on how to get my daughter's paperwork transferred from the previous school to them, so they could complete the certification and the final driving test for my daughter. Great company for any parent with teens. Highly recommend them." - Gilbert G, April 2019
"I have four kids and the youngest went to this driving school. I wish all my kids would have attended this driving school. They made us feel special and the perks that this school (pick up from school, drop off at home, etc.) as part of the driving instruction were great. They
Instructor Quality
The instructors at Coach Al's Driving School are generally well-regarded for their passion and dedication to teaching. Authors Eduardo Beltran, Gabriel Sanchez, Gabri Rodriguez, Rose Yallow, Scarlette McIntyre, and Jaime Nalls all praise their instructors, with many specifically mentioning Coach Eddie as being knowledgeable, patient, and supportive.
Customer Service
The school's customer service is also commended by many authors. Authors Gabri Rodriguez and Jaime Nalls highlight the school's quick and easy process, while Jaime Nalls specifically mentions the helpful response she received from Stacey when transferring her daughter from another driving school.
Mixed Reviews
However, not all reviews are positive. Authors Rose Gruver and Banana Split Lady both gave the school two stars, citing issues with Coach Eddie's behavior. Rose Gruver felt judged and anxious under Coach Eddie's instruction, while Banana Split Lady felt that Coach Eddie spent too much time telling unrelated stories and causing her to feel uncomfortable and panicked.
Learning Experience
The learning experience at Coach Al's Driving School is varied. While some authors, such as Eduardo Beltran and Gabri Rodriguez, mention learning a lot and feeling confident behind the wheel, others, like Banana Split Lady, feel that the instruction was lacking. Rose Yallow mentions that she still uses a trick she learned at the school to parallel park, indicating that she found the school's instruction effective.
