Business Details
Your Trusted Driving School in Lewiston, ME
Roy's Driver & Rider Education has been dedicated to providing quality driver and rider education in Maine for over six decades. Our mission is to equip individuals with the knowledge and skills necessary to become safe, responsible drivers and motorcyclists. We offer comprehensive driver's education courses for teens and adults, including classroom instruction, behind-the-wheel training, and road test preparation. Our motorcycle license education programs are conducted seasonally and include both classroom learning and practical riding experience. With locations across Maine, we serve communities such as Auburn, Brunswick, Gardiner, Lewiston, and Waldoboro.Our team of certified instructors brings extensive experience to every lesson, combining technical expertise with personalized instruction. We maintain state-of-the-art equipment and current curriculum materials to ensure our students receive the most relevant training. Our hybrid classroom format offers flexibility while maintaining educational quality. We prioritize customer convenience through flexible payment options and accessible office hours. Our owner holds unique state and national certifications to train driver education and motorcycle instructors, setting us apart from other schools in the region.
Services
Drivers Education
Private Lessons
Riders Course
Road Test Preparation
Motorcycle License Education
Highlights and features
- We have been in business for over 60 years
- We are the only school in our areas that have an owner that is state certified to train people to become driver education instructors
- We are the only school in the entire state that has an owner that is nationally certified to train individuals to become motorcycle instructors
- We have over 150 years of combined experience between all of our instructors
- We utilize the state-of-the-art Driving School Software suite of products
What people say
Experienced instructors
Comprehensive training
Successful road test preparation
Services
Drivers Education
Our driver education program teaches vehicle operation techniques, traffic regulations, and safety practices for Maine drivers. Students receive classroom instruction and behind-the-wheel training. The course prepares individuals for obtaining their learner's permit and eventual driver's license while emphasizing safe driving habits.
Private Lessons
Personalized driving instruction available for permit holders or licensed drivers seeking improvement. Lessons focus on road test preparation, habit correction, and skill development. Our instructors work with students to address specific needs and build confidence in various driving situations.
Riders Course
Basic Rider Course provides motorcycle license training with classroom instruction and practical riding experience. The two-day program includes safety equipment use, riding techniques, and traffic navigation. Students learn on provided motorcycles in a controlled environment to develop essential riding skills.
Road Test Preparation
Specialized lessons to prepare students for official road examinations. Instructors identify and correct bad habits, reinforce proper techniques, and expose students to complex driving scenarios. Minimum two-hour sessions recommended for comprehensive test preparation and skill refinement.
Motorcycle License Education
Seasonal motorcycle training programs that meet state requirements for license endorsement. Courses combine classroom learning with practical riding instruction. Students receive safety equipment guidance and hands-on experience to develop necessary skills for safe motorcycle operation.
People
Larry Caron
Owner / Class A Instructor
Licensed driver education instructor since 2002 with motorcycle instructor certification since 2003. Became instructor trainer in 2007 and nationally certified RiderCoach trainer in 2014. Holds leadership roles in driver education associations.
Shaun Hogan
Class A Instructor / Field Manager
Class A instructor since 2015 with management responsibilities for multiple locations. Board member of Maine Driver Education Association and former law enforcement K-9 handler with teaching certification in social studies.
Dan Levasseur
Class A Instructor / Field Manager
Certified driving instructor since 2016 with prior experience as FedEx safety coordinator and ice hockey official trainer. Combines safety expertise with driving instruction experience.
Jared Farnum
Class A Instructor / Field Manager
Instructor since 2019 managing Medomak Valley and Camden Hills locations. Brings dedicated service to driver education with focus on community safety and skill development.
Mark Simonpetri
Class A Instructor
Former Northern Virginia police driving instructor with expertise in pursuit and emergency response driving. Shares professional skills with Maine community after relocation in 2019.
Questions
What driver education courses do you offer?
We offer teen and adult driver education courses with classroom instruction, behind-the-wheel training, and road test preparation for Maine residents.
Do you provide motorcycle license training?
Yes, we offer Basic Rider Courses for motorcycle license endorsement with both classroom and practical riding components.
How can I schedule private driving lessons?
Call us at (207) 784-6245 to schedule private lessons within two business days. We accommodate various training needs including road test preparation.
What payment methods do you accept?
We accept personal checks and credit card payments without additional fees for your convenience.
Are your instructors certified?
All our instructors are state-certified with specialized training. Our owner holds unique state and national certifications for instructor training.
Do you offer hybrid classroom options?
Yes, we provide flexible hybrid classroom experiences combining online and in-person instruction for driver education courses.
