Driving Schools near Berkeley

“I just got my license. Cintya did such a good job at teaching me how to drive and is the nicest person ever. This is the best bay driving school and I highly recommend!!!“

“Was very thorough, learned everything I needed for the test. Passed and it was quite easy“

“I have had to assist with 3 different drivers in my family…teaching someone to drive is hard work & requires a lot of patience….I have used Four Season Driving for all 3. Dan is really good with new drivers, teaches them the mechanics and we had all pass with flying colors. As other family members and friends look to obtain their licenses, we will definitely go back to Dan! He is highly recommended!“

“I had a really good experience. I felt really confident in my skills going to take my test. The course is very complete and the instructors are awesome. I recommend this school.“

“As a 33 year old who had never driven before, I was very very anxious, but learning how to drive from Miss Mona and Christian eased a lot of my apprehensions away. They are very hands-on in their approach; each lesson they take lasts for 2 hours and I was behind the wheel from the very first one!

Both instructors know what they’re doing, and they’re really good at their jobs. Since you’re spending 2 long hours in the car with someone, I found it immensely helpful that both Miss Mona and Christian are also interesting people who I had good fun talking to!

I was so grateful to them for training me well enough to pass my behind the wheel drivers test on the very first try - to prepare for it I also got to practice with the instructors around the DMV which helped me gain confidence for the real test.

I cannot recommend this driving school enough - they were nothing short of sterling in the services delivered and they made learning a new skill fun and memorable for me! Thank you SO much Miss Mona and Christian, you all are the best!“

“Took a lesson and the test the same day the instructor Andrew was great at identifying what I needed to work on and within 2 hrs I passed my driver test would recommend“

“Went here to get my B class License for work. It was a great experience and learn a lot from Paul the Instructor. He was chill and help me learn all the right components for my in cabin inspections. The only thing I have against was I got lost the first time getting to school. The GPS sent me to some neighborhood. It's not the school fault and that why I still gave it 5 star review.“

“I had my first ever lesson with Sean, and he was very kind and he adapted very well with my learning style. He made me feel a lot more comfortable behind the wheel and encouraged me to continue practicing. If you’re choosing between instructors I’d recommend Sean 110%!“

“I had excellent lessons with both Rita and Arturo! Rita is patient, knowledgeable, and encouraging, while Arturo is equally skilled and has a talent for using metaphors that build confidence and enhance the process of becoming a more proficient driver. I took (and passed! ?) my driving test with Arturo and couldn’t thank him enough. I highly recommend them both!“

“As a parent who used Berkeley Driving School over 20 years ago, I knew to contact them when my daughter got her permit. They're easy to schedule with and the lessons are affordable. Lule was her driving instructor every time and she helped my daughter improve her skills. My daughter passed her license test on the first try. Very well worth it and thank you!“

“Joseph is hands down the best driving instructor I've ever encountered. If you are taking lessons from him, you can assure yourself that you are gonna pass the road test!

He goes above and beyond to teach the small but crucial details that many people overlook during their road test. What sets Joseph apart is his dedication to ensuring you're fully prepared—he takes you through the area around the DMV so you’re familiar with the test route, which significantly boosts your confidence.

Joseph offers his lessons at rates far more affordable than typical driving schools, without compromising on quality. If you choose to use his car for the road test, he even lets you practice in the DMV area right before your test, ensuring you're comfortable with both the car and the environment. And yes, this too is offered at a much lower cost compared to other schools.

Beyond his exceptional teaching skills, Joseph is incredibly kind, considerate, and a pleasure to talk to. I couldn’t recommend him more highly!“

“Alex was a great instructor. I passed the behind the wheel test on my first attempt after just a few classes.“

“I just enrolled with this program. Enrollment process was fair and easy. Calling, having to schedule an appointment for intake and filling out paperwork....it wasn't much of a hassle. I've seen negative reviews mostly on this business and funny yet it wasn't my first pick. But since I had no other option I had to enroll (given courts timeframe demand although I could've extended it). I was very iffy on the location since it's right next to AmTrak and the location seemed very desolate. They are very stern on scheduling and enrollment (most of the reviews are because of rudeness and poor customer service) so missing an appointment set them and YOU back. A spot that's reserved and drops out affect the other person that needs that spot to meet requirements. As serious as they are, you have a responsibility to uphold your requirements when enrolling with them. They take it just as seriously. Intake is very straightforward, evaluations are done, welfare is considered on personal situations and most importantly meeting the person's court mandated deadline. Aside from payment plans, deposits and flexible ways to pay... you must follow the conditions set. When I started my first lesson it was a very valuable experience to remember. They care about you but if you waste your time let alone theirs well consider it "touché.“

“Jacqueline is the instructor you want for your teen drivers. Her focus is on safety. What makes her stand out is that she is a former classroom teacher who knows how to teach, she loves kids and they truly love her! I'm in awe of her knowledge, her patience and how much she loves teaching young people to drive. Highest recommendation!“

“I'm an adult driving student so I thought I'd add my experience here! I worked with Kirt and Sean, and had an excellent experience with both. They were very helpful and experienced, and gave me the tools to get over my fear of driving. Within the first lesson I already felt much more comfortable behind the wheel, after years of having driving anxiety. I took my very first driving lesson on June 26, and I passed my driving test on August 6th. I went with the 5 lesson package, which was well worth the money! I never thought I'd be able to go from level 1 to passing the test in less than two months-- the local driving school instructors are true professionals! If you're selecting an instructor, I would recommend Kirt if you learn well with clear cut and precise instructions, and more structured learning. Sean is great if you like to learn more based on feel/intuition, visualization, and a learn-by-doing approach. Both instructors are great at what they do, and I imagine each teacher's style will suit some people more than others.“

“I’ve been going to the Hercules library for over 15+ years with my daughters. It’s such a clean atmosphere with great Staff. I’ve never been in there once when it wasn’t in order, the atmosphere is extremely quiet which it should be but it’s pleasant. I still love to go in from time to time to grab a good read with my library card, find a quiet area and just read & relax! The bathrooms are also clean which is a plus. I have nothing but great things to say about the Hercules library!“

“My instructor was Stacey. I had a great experience with her! She helped me overcome my fear of driving as well as provided me with some helpful tips when I am feeling anxious. I felt very comfortable with her as an instructor. I definitely learned a lot about navigating the road and taking control of the wheel. Thanks to her I was able to pass my test on the first try!“

“Vincent is a patient teacher, and helped me get comfortable behind the wheel. Highly recommend“

“Highly recommended. He is am very calm and positive person. He will motivate you a lot and gives you friendly environment.“

“Beginner Class
Negatives: On their website when scheduling available classes it lists the range as 707 w. hornet, that is NOT the address, the address is 650 w. ticonderoga. The bikes may take some finessing when it comes to clutch friction zone and finding N

Positives: My instructors were Eric, Anthony, James, all top-notch instructors with patience, humor, and good knowledge to learn motorcycles and basic riding skills.

Overall: Some people in my class it was their first time riding a motorcycle, I thought it was awesome to see them learn, I myself learned some things and I've been riding for a while just never had a M1. Do not think this class is a shoo-in to get your M1, if the instructors feel you will not be safe on the streets yet they will not pass you, they really want the students to grasp the basic concepts that may indeed save your life one day.“