Business Details
Trusted Driving Lessons in San Francisco, CA
Ann's Driving School is a woman-owned and operated driving instruction service based in San Francisco, California. Since our founding, we have specialized in providing personalized driving lessons tailored to individual needs, including first-time drivers, mature drivers, and individuals with special needs. Our team of certified instructors uses a low-stress teaching approach with dual-control vehicles to ensure safety and confidence-building. We are proud to be certified by the National Safety Council and licensed by the State of California, serving students throughout the San Francisco Bay Area.Our customized programs address driving anxiety, phobias, and adaptive driving requirements, with multilingual instruction available in Spanish, Cantonese, and English. We maintain strict safety protocols, including vaccinated instructors and mask availability, to create a secure learning environment. Our proven methodology has helped hundreds of students overcome driving challenges, from basic skills to navigating complex urban environments like San Francisco's hills and freeways.
Services
Driving Lessons
Adaptive Driving
Teen Driving
Driving Anxiety
Multilingual Instruction
Highlights and features
- Certified instructors with specialized experience in adaptive driving techniques
- Customized lesson plans addressing individual needs and driving anxieties
- Multilingual instruction available in Spanish, Cantonese, and English
- Dual-control vehicles with comprehensive insurance coverage
- Proven track record helping students overcome driving phobias since 2003
Associations and certifications
- National Safety Council
- State of California
- Driving School Association of California
What people say
Patient instruction
Customized lesson plans
Overcame driving fears
Multilingual support
Safe learning environment
Services
Driving Lessons
Personalized driving instruction tailored to individual needs using dual-control vehicles. Our certified instructors teach defensive driving techniques, freeway navigation, and urban driving skills. Lessons include pick-up and drop-off at your location with flexible scheduling options for day, evening, or weekend sessions.
Adaptive Driving
Specialized instruction for individuals with physical or cognitive limitations. Certified instructors use adaptive equipment and modified teaching techniques to accommodate special needs. Requires physician clearance and DMV approval for adaptive driving training programs.
Teen Driving
Comprehensive behind-the-wheel training for teenage drivers. Six-hour certification program covers freeway driving, city traffic navigation, and defensive driving techniques. Includes DMV test preparation and flexible scheduling options for permit holders aged 15.5+.
Driving Anxiety
Specialized program for overcoming driving phobias and anxiety. Instructors use positive reinforcement techniques to address fears related to weather conditions, road situations, and traffic environments. Proven track record helping students achieve driving independence after years of avoidance.
Multilingual Instruction
Driving lessons available in Spanish, Cantonese, and English. Bilingual instructors help eliminate communication barriers during driving instruction. Language options available for all driving skill levels from beginner to advanced drivers.
People
Judy
Owner, Licensed Driving Instructor
Founder with over 20 years of experience teaching drivers with special needs and phobias. Developed customized programs that have helped hundreds overcome driving fears. Featured in local media for innovative teaching methods.
Eugenia Borges
Licensed Driving Instructor
Experienced instructor specializing in defensive driving and DMV test preparation. Featured on NBC Bay Area discussing autonomous vehicle safety. Provides instruction in Spanish and English to diverse student populations.
Rita
Adaptive Specialist
Certified adaptive driving instructor with specialized training in rehabilitation techniques. Works with students requiring adaptive equipment and modified driving approaches. Member of the Association for Driver Rehabilitation Specialists.
Richard
Licensed Driving Instructor
Experienced instructor providing personalized driving lessons for teens and adults. Focuses on building confidence through structured skill development and positive reinforcement techniques.
Tanya
Licensed Driving Instructor
Certified driving instructor with expertise in helping students overcome driving anxiety. Uses patient, low-stress teaching methods to build driving confidence and competence.
Questions
What driving lesson packages do you offer?
We offer single lessons ($225), DMV drive test preparation ($385), and teen 6-hour training packages ($675). Custom lesson combinations available.
Do you provide pick-up and drop-off services?
Yes, instructors provide pick-up and drop-off at your home or arranged location within San Francisco. Out-of-area lessons available at higher rates.
Are instructors certified and insured?
All instructors are state-certified with dual-control vehicles. We maintain full insurance coverage and require instructor vaccinations for student safety.
Can you help with driving anxiety?
Yes, our specialized program uses positive reinforcement techniques to address driving phobias and anxiety. Instructors have decades of experience helping fearful drivers.
Do you offer multilingual instruction?
Yes, we provide driving lessons in Spanish, Cantonese, and English to accommodate diverse language needs.
What payment methods do you accept?
We accept Visa, Mastercard, Venmo, and checks. Gift certificates available for lesson packages.
