Steps to Getting Your License

Use this guide to make sure you are in the right place in your licensing journey.

Pass Drivers Ed Course

Before you can take your written test at the DMV, you must pass a state-approved Drivers Ed course and receive your completion certificate.

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Practice for Written Test

Once you have your completion certificate, it is time to practice! Take our practice test questions to ace your exam on the first try!

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Pass Written Test at DMV

Ready to go? Make a reservation at the DMV and go pass your test! Once you pass, you will receive your permit.

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Take Driving Lessons

Passed your test? Great! Now you are ready to take your first driving lessons. Reserve your spot now so you can get going as soon as you have your permit.

Book Lessons

Pass your Road Test

After completing your driving lessons, you can take your road test. Make a reservation at the DMV and go pass your test to receive your license.

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For more licensing details, visit our help article.

San Gabriel Valley Driving School

Name: Coastline Academy - San Gabriel Valley
Address: 963 W Badillo St, Covina, CA 91722, Covina, CA, 91722, US
Telephone: (800) 489-1896

It’s time to take control of the steering wheel in San Gabriel Valley! Whether you are an adult or teen, Coastline's San Gabriel Valley-based professional, certified driving instructors will help you become a safe and confident driver for life. Serving Pasadena to Covina and everywhere in between, Coastline is ready and eager to teach you how to drive!

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About Coastline

Coastline is licensed by the California Department of Motor Vehicles and recognized by the following Los Angeles organizations:

Learn more about our LA driver education programs below!

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Over 100,000 5-Star Reviews

He is an amazing driving instructor! My lessons with him felt both fun and productive, and I feel so much more confident driving now. I had a lot of anxiety around driving when I first started lessons, but his approach and teaching helped me feel calm and safe.

Florence, Pasadena

Would give a 10 if possible. So nice and joyful to engage with, offered tons of useful tips for the short amount of time we spent together. Highly recommend!

Andrew, Monterey Park

He was extremely kind and patient! He made my first lesson so comfortable and helped me get over many of the fears I had for driving.

Sarah, Alhambra

5 stars! I can’t thank him enough for everything he has done to help me become a confident driver. His calm and understanding nature made all the difference, and I truly appreciate the time he took to guide me through each lesson. His patient teaching style gave me the skills and confidence I needed on the road.

Aghunik, Pasadena

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Over 250,000 Students Have Chosen Coastline Academy

See why 98% of students across the country rate their driving lesson with us 5-stars.

Certified driving instructors

Every Coastline driving instructor is certified and licensed by the California DMV and has completed an intensive, California-centered training course

Cutting-edge technology

Secure payments and digital lesson reports—we leverage the latest tech to provide a convenient experience you will love

Customers first

Our instructors don't run errands or make students pick up and drop off other students—your time behind the wheel is your time

Customized lesson plans

Our driving lessons aren't for everyone, they're for you—our instructors customize every lesson to your precise needs

Driving lessons in San Gabriel Valley and surrounding areas

San Gabriel Valley is a great place to practice driving! Our lessons can take you all over the region, from the quiet streets of Diamond Bar to Monterey Park and Alhambra. Wherever you need to go in Los Angeles, Coastline will guide your driving education from start to finish!

San Gabriel Valley Driving School Locations

We know you have a busy schedule. This is why Coastline offers a number of convenient options for lesson locations, including home, work, or school pick up. (This may come especially in handy for high school students!) In some cases, we can even drop you off at an agreed-upon location within certain areas of Los Angeles once your lesson is over!

Other Locations and Lesson Types

Lessons will begin at a convenient San Gabriel Valley location. You will be able to see our meeting points once you begin your search for driving lesson availability.

Safety Lives in San Gabriel Valley

We go above and beyond expectations to provide a safe learning experience.

Driving instructors you can trust

We're one of the only driving schools to do independent background and drug screens on every employee

Marked cars with a second brake

Every Coastline car has a second instructor brake, is clearly marked as a driving school vehicle and is inspected by a BAR-certified mechanic

Dashcam in every car

We record video and audio inside and outside the car for everyone's safety

Driving Lessons Customized for You

Every lesson is custom-made to help you succeed.

Certified Driving Lessons for Teens

Our behind-the-wheel lessons are great for teens needing the 6 hours of behind-the-wheel lessons required by the State of California for a license. By taking lessons with Coastline, you'll have the skills and confidence to pass your California driving test and get on the road in Los Angeles!

Driving Lessons for Adults

In addition to driving lessons for teenagers, Coastline also offers lessons for adults seeking to become safer and more confident drivers in their everyday lives. Whether it's your first time driving in LA or you're looking to practice for an upcoming California driving test, our expert, certified instructors are here for you!

San Gabriel Valley’s Top Driving Instructors

Coastline's hiring standards and training program go above and beyond to ensure your and your child's safety when in the car. All Coastline instructors undergo multiple background checks and complete a rigorous training program to help ensure their readiness and knowledge in the lesson. When you choose Coastline Academy, you are choosing LA's top driving educators!

Two-Hour Lessons

A typical Coastline lesson is two hours long, adhering to the California state standard of three, two-hour lessons for all teenaged drivers. Your lesson time starts from when we pick you up and ends when we drop you off.

Will I Pass My Road Test?

Good, prepared, and confident drivers pass their road test. Because of this, we focus on developing and mastering core skills first, including basic driving maneuvers, residential driving, commercial driving, and highway driving! Once you're confident in these skills, we'll help guide you through the road test by explaining the testing process from beginning to end, including administering a mock driving exam during one of your last lessons!

How Many Lessons Do I Need?

Every driver's needs and progress differ, which is why every Coastline lesson is customized for you. Note, all minors in Los Angeles and in California are required to take 6 total hours of professional driving instruction. (Need more practice? Not a problem! Contact our Support Team to learn about our five-lesson packages!)

Our Car, Our Insurance

Coastline provides all the tools and materials you need for your lessons, including a vehicle, certified LA instructor, and insurance! All you need to bring is a positive attitude and a willingness to learn!

Post-Lesson Report Included

At the end of each lesson session, your instructor will complete a lesson report which will summarize the skills you have mastered and those that need more practice. You'll also get a personalized message with helpful tips and resources to study and try between your lessons, meaning you can maximize your practice time!

The Coastline Guarantee

A great experience or we'll make it right.

If for any reason you are unsatisfied with your driving lesson, we will make it right. We can redo your lesson either with the same instructor or a different one, at your option. Or, if you prefer, you can get a full refund.

Driving instructors serving San Gabriel Valley

Our friendly, professional instructors bring a wide range of experiences to teaching you to drive. Each instructor is certified by the state and has completed an intensive training course. We're one of the only driving schools to do independent background and drug screens.

Sylvanus N.

Sylvanus has been driving for 12 years, with 5 of these years being a Commercial driver license holder. Sylvanus graduated from the University of Maryland and is ready to help you become a safer driver. Read more...

Stephanie L.

Are you excited, nervous, anxious, or feeling a little intimidated about driving for the first time? Are you a new or licensed driver with a few challenges that requires a minor “Tune-up” on California Road Safety requirements that prove best for yo... Read more...

Eric T.

Eric's driving career started in the video arcade but has over 30 years driving in both the United States and Japan. Eric is excited to teach and help create a safe environment for every driver. Read more...

Glen V.

Glen has taught over 2,300 driving lessons to students in the Los Angeles area and he is excited about helping you become a safe and responsible driver. Read more...

Anthony P.

Anthony is passionate about creating a trusting, calm, and supportive environment with his students. He is extremely patient, and wants to help students celebrate small victories, and help them to learn that mistakes are part of the process. Read more...

Mark V.

As a veteran of the streets of Southern California, Mark takes his over 26 years of driving experience and turns it into engaging, easy to learn lessons that prepare his students for a life of safe and aware driving. Read more...

Ellie W.

Ellie Wells has been a driving instructor since 2022. When not on the roads, she's a writer, filmmaker, and loves thrifting, nature and travel. Read more...

Hector L.

Hector has 25 years driving experience, knows how to work with teenagers, has a good driving record, and he will be a great fit for your son, daughter, or yourself. Read more...

Yvette R.

Yvette is a friendly and supportive behind-the-wheel driving instructor who loves helping her students feel confident and safe on the road. She studied psychology at UD Davis, which helps her understand how to connect with people and create a positiv... Read more...

Nannan Z.

Sunny is a certified Driving Instructor with nearly 25 years of driving experience and a professional background in customer service and education. Dedicated to helping students achieve their goals, she is passionate about both road safety and buildi... Read more...

Manuel E.

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Coastline in the Community

Coastline is proud to work with over 100 local, state, and national organizations to provide access to high-quality driver's education for teens and adults all across California. Here are just a few of the organizations we partner with to further our mission of eradicating car crashes nationwide:

For more information about our Community Partnerships Programs, please reach out to our Support Team.