Business Details
32 Years
experience
Your Trusted Driving School in Herndon, VA
Since 1994, AA Driving Academy has been a trusted provider of comprehensive driving education in Northern Virginia. Our mission is to teach safe, responsible, and accountable driving through a range of courses designed for both teens and adults. With over 25 convenient locations, we offer classroom, online, and behind-the-wheel training, including driver improvement programs, teen education, and reexamination courses for those who have failed DMV exams. Our instructors are DMV-licensed professionals, many with law enforcement backgrounds, and are certified by the American Automobile Association (AAA) and the National Safety Council (NSC). We maintain rigorous standards, including annual FBI background checks and DMV driving record audits, ensuring the highest level of safety and professionalism.Our school is fully licensed, certified, insured, and bonded, with a proven track record of training over 100,000 student drivers. We specialize in collision-free, defensive driving techniques, combining classroom theory with practical on-road experience. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in our state-of-the-art vehicles, which are equipped with dual controls and undergo regular safety inspections. We pride ourselves on flexibility, offering courses multiple times a week, including evenings and weekends, to accommodate busy schedules. Our goal is to empower drivers with the skills and knowledge needed to navigate the roads confidently and responsibly.
Services
Driver Improvement Program
Teen Drivers Education
Behind the Wheel Training
Reckless Driving Course
Reexamination Course
Private Driving Lessons
Online Driver Courses
Adult License Waiver Program
Commercial Driver Training
Traffic Court Preparation
Details
- Year established: 1994
Highlights and features
- We have over 25 years of experience training over 100,000 drivers in Northern Virginia.
- Our instructors are DMV-licensed and certified by AAA and the National Safety Council.
- We offer flexible scheduling with courses available evenings, weekends, and online.
- Our vehicles are modern, dual-controlled, and undergo rigorous safety inspections.
- We provide direct DMV record updates within 24 hours of course completion.
Associations and certifications
- Virginia DMV
- American Automobile Association (AAA)
- National Safety Council (NSC)
What people say
Experienced instructors
Improved driving skills
Helpful customer service
Successful DMV preparation
Flexible scheduling
Services
Driver Improvement Program
Our 8-hour Driver Improvement Program (DIP) helps drivers earn five good points on their record, prevent license suspension, and reduce insurance premiums. The Virginia DMV-licensed curriculum covers defensive driving techniques, traffic laws, and court preparation. Offered in classroom and online formats with flexible scheduling across Northern Virginia.
Teen Drivers Education
This 30-hour course combines online/self-paced learning with behind-the-wheel training for teens under 18. It meets state requirements for driver's licenses and includes a 90-minute parent-teen session. Designed to build confidence and safe driving habits through comprehensive instruction and practical experience.
Reckless Driving Course
Our 4-hour Reckless/Aggressive Driving Course addresses causes of dangerous driving behaviors and teaches prevention strategies. Recommended before court appearances, it may help reduce tickets or license suspensions. Taught by experienced instructors with law enforcement backgrounds at our Herndon location.
Reexamination Course
For drivers who've failed DMV exams three times, this 8-hour course provides knowledge test preparation. Upon completion, students receive a Reexamination Certificate (DTS-C) to retake DMV tests unlimited times. Available in Herndon with flexible weekday and weekend schedules.
Private Driving Lessons
Custom 90-minute private lessons focus on specific driving skills and DMV road test preparation. Conducted in modern, dual-controlled vehicles with professional instructors. Available seven days a week, including evenings, to accommodate individual learning needs.
Questions
What courses are available for drivers with multiple DMV exam failures?
We offer an 8-hour Reexamination Course for those who've failed DMV knowledge tests three times. This course provides the required DTS-C certificate to retake DMV exams unlimited times.
Can I take the Driver Improvement Program online?
Yes, we offer an online 8-hour DIP course that's DMV-approved. Completion takes 2 business days to process for DMV records, so plan accordingly for deadlines.
Are behind-the-wheel lessons included in teen driver packages?
Yes, our teen program includes behind-the-wheel training as Step 2 after completing the 30-hour classroom or online course. Private lessons are also available.
Do you offer military or senior discounts?
Currently, we don't offer military or senior discounts as a small business with fixed pricing structures for our DMV-approved courses.
Can parents ride along during teen driving lessons?
DMV regulations prohibit parents from riding during behind-the-wheel instruction. However, we offer a separate 90-minute parent-teen course to support learning at home.
What identification is required for course completion certificates?
Valid photo ID (driver's license, learner's permit, or DMV-issued ID) is required to receive certificates. No valid ID means no certificate can be issued.
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