Business Details
29 Years
experience
Your Trusted Arizona Driver Education & Defensive Driving School
Since 1997, Stop and Go Driving School has been Arizona's premier destination for driver education, defensive driving, and traffic survival training. As the state's largest driving school, we have trained over 250,000 students with a focus on safety, convenience, and personalized instruction. Our team of MVD-certified instructors includes former educators and law enforcement professionals who undergo rigorous background checks, fingerprint clearance, and ongoing training to ensure the highest standards of safety and expertise. We specialize in real-world, hands-on driving experiences tailored to diverse learning needs, including students with ADHD, autism, and non-English speakers.With more locations, vehicles, and flexible scheduling options than any competitor, we offer one-on-one in-car lessons, MVD test waivers, and GPS-monitored vehicles equipped with dual brakes for added security. Our curriculum, developed by teachers with degrees in Traffic Safety Education, emphasizes defensive driving techniques and road safety fundamentals. We pride ourselves on patient, certified trainers who adapt to individual learning paces while maintaining strict compliance with Arizona MVD regulations. From teen driver programs to adult refresher courses, our services are designed to build confidence and competence for drivers of all skill levels.
Services
Driving Lessons
Defensive Driving
Traffic Survival School
Car Care and Safety
30 Hour Permit Waiver
Details
- Year established: 1997
Highlights and features
- 28 years of proven experience training over 250,000 Arizona drivers
- MVD-certified instructors with extensive law enforcement/education backgrounds
- Real-world driving curriculum developed by Traffic Safety Education experts
- GPS-monitored vehicles with dual brakes for enhanced safety
- Specialized programs for non-English speakers and special needs students
Associations and certifications
- Arizona Motor Vehicle Department (MVD)
- Arizona Supreme Court
What people say
Patient instructors
Special needs support
MVD test waivers
Confidence-building training
Safety-focused curriculum
Services
Driving Lessons
Our MVD-certified instructors provide personalized in-car driving lessons tailored to individual skill levels. Students receive hands-on experience with GPS-monitored vehicles and dual braking systems for safety. Lessons cover urban navigation, freeway driving, and defensive techniques to prepare for real-world conditions.
Defensive Driving
Arizona Supreme Court-certified defensive driving courses teach accident prevention and traffic law compliance. Available in classroom and online formats, these four-hour courses help dismiss traffic tickets, reduce insurance rates, and improve road safety awareness through interactive learning.
Traffic Survival School
State-mandated eight-hour program for drivers with license violations. Curriculum includes hazard recognition, risk management, and corrective driving techniques. Approved by Arizona MVD for point removal and license reinstatement following DUI offenses or red-light violations.
Car Care and Safety
Four-hour course covering essential vehicle maintenance and road safety practices. Students learn pre-trip inspections, emergency preparedness, and basic car care techniques to enhance driving safety and vehicle longevity through hands-on demonstrations.
30 Hour Permit Waiver
State-approved 30-hour online course combining 24 hours of digital instruction with six hours of classroom training. Completing this program waives Arizona MVD's instructional permit exam requirement while covering traffic laws, safe driving practices, and road sign recognition.
People
Guillermo
Driving Instructor
Specializes in working with special needs students, including those with autism. Uses patient, adaptive teaching methods to build confidence from basic vehicle control to freeway navigation. Recognized for helping students achieve independence through driving proficiency.
Gary (GE)
Certified Driving Trainer
Focuses on anxiety reduction for nervous drivers through calm instruction and scenario-based learning. Emphasizes positive reinforcement while teaching traffic law compliance and defensive driving strategies for urban environments.
Questions
What driver education programs do you offer for Arizona teens?
We provide MVD-certified teen driver packages including 6-hour classroom training, 10-hour in-car lessons, and road test waivers. Our curriculum includes GPS-monitored vehicles and specialized instruction for students with learning differences.
Can I take defensive driving to reduce insurance rates?
Yes, our Arizona Supreme Court-certified defensive driving courses qualify for insurance discounts. Both classroom and online options are available to help lower premiums while improving road safety skills.
Do you offer traffic survival school for license reinstatement?
We provide Arizona MVD-approved eight-hour traffic survival school programs for license reinstatement. This mandatory course covers hazard perception, risk management, and corrective driving techniques to meet state requirements.
Are your instructors certified by the Arizona MVD?
All our driving instructors maintain current MVD certification with extensive background checks, fingerprint clearance, and annual training updates. Many instructors have prior experience in education or law enforcement.
What payment options are available for driving courses?
We offer Afterpay for interest-free installment payments and flexible payment plans. Options vary by course type, with multiple pricing tiers available for different training package intensities.
Do you provide special accommodations for non-English speakers?
Yes, we train thousands of non-English speaking students annually. While MVD requires understanding of basic English driving commands, our instructors use multilingual resources and visual aids to support diverse language needs during training.
