
Coach's Driving Academy

Information about Coach's Driving Academy
70458, Slidell
Opening hours
- sunday: (closed)
- monday: 9h-15h
- tuesday: 9h-15h
- wednesday: 9h-15h
- thursday: 9h-15h
- friday: 9h-15h
- saturday: (closed)
Coach's Driving Academy serves Slidell, Louisiana including the surrounding areas of Lacombe, Pearl River, and St. Tammany Parish. We offer Driver's Education classes, Defensive Driving techniques, and Insurance Reduction courses to both teens and adults seeking to become safe and skilled drivers.
Whether you are a teen or adult driver learning to drive for the first time or a seasoned driver looking to improve your skills, Coach's Driving Academy is committed to helping you reach success.
Our comment from DrivingSchools.Directory about Coach's Driving Academy:
Welcome to Coach's Driving Academy, a premier driving school located in the United States. Our academy is dedicated to providing a supportive and engaging environment for new drivers, ensuring they not only learn essential driving skills but also gain confidence behind the wheel.
Many students have praised our talented instructors, such as Coach Joe and Coach Susan, for their patience, humor, and effective teaching methods. Here are some highlights from our user reviews:
- Students appreciate the fun and relaxed atmosphere of the classes, making the learning process enjoyable.
- The driving sessions are well-structured and help students feel comfortable, alleviating anxiety associated with driving.
- Instructors provide constructive feedback while making sure to encourage students to improve their skills, which enhances their confidence.
- There are positive comments regarding the flexibility and adequacy of class schedules, allowing breaks to keep the learning fun and interactive.
- Many recommend Coach Joe due to his entertaining yet professional approach, ensuring a memorable learning experience.
While most experiences at our academy are overwhelmingly positive, one student mentioned some challenges faced during classroom instruction. However, they highlighted that the quality of driving instruction with coaches like Joe and Susan outweighed their classroom concerns.
Overall, Coach's Driving Academy is highly regarded among new drivers. With a commitment to safe, effective, and enjoyable driving education, we encourage you to join us and start your journey towards becoming a confident driver!
Coach's Driving Academy: Reviews
Fantastic experience: This place is a really good place to come too and learn for driving! I had coach chip as an instructor and probably one of the most chillest and coolest people to get taught by. I would recommend this place thousands of times!
Fantastic experience: Driving with coach Joe was fun! I learned a few things I didn’t because of him, he definitely needs a raise!!!!
Fantastic experience: Had an absolute blast finally learning to drive!! Would recommend to anyone and everyone who asked
Fantastic experience: Great place! Very nice people
Fantastic experience: It was amazing, I really learned a lot especially from mr joe he’s a very good instructor and he reminds the students too always do the right thing and encourage them too feel comfortable with there driving experience definitely a 10/10 :)
Fantastic experience: 10/10 recommend. I had class here and it went amazing . You pick up the lessons so quick because they make it easy to remember. You get breaks between time to time and that helps if you need to walk around or take a quick brain break. I drove with Coach Susan and Coach Joe. They go over and review things with you. These past days of driving have been easy and there’s nothing to be scared about. I would recommend you come to Coaches Driving Academy!!!!!!!
Positive experience: Experience was overall good! I took the adult driving course and the classroom time was neat and concise as well as interesting with a dash of humor which made things enjoyable. There was an issue with the driving portion that was out of everyone's control which is why I gave four stars. (It caused the drives for everyone to be pushed back but not by too much, so it was fine!) I had instructors Chip and Joe and they prepared me well for the road with stern and friendly instruction. They made sure that I felt comfortable with them with small jokes and conversation. As someone with driving anxiety, my experience was better than I had initially thought. Consider coming here :)
Fantastic experience: Class was entertaining but also very proactive. I learned so many things and the drives were very helpful with getting me used to different situations I will encounter when driving in the future. I had Joe for all of my drives and he was extremely kind and helpful, I recommend this academy for anyone at any experience level with driving.
Fantastic experience: Coach Joe and Coach Chip were excellent while driving. Both let you be independent behind the wheel and carefully corrected your mistakes. I drove the mustang and the scion which both handled well. The classroom was delightful. If a person goes in without any knowledge you sure could learn a lot there easily.
Fantastic experience: I had a wonderful experience here. The classes were great and when I drove with coach Joe it was amazing. I really enjoyed driving with him and he has the perfect mix of fun and full seriousness.
Fantastic experience: Drove with coach joe and mrs susan. Both are amazing teachers and very patient with me. They’re both super funny and definitely help out with the nervousness.
Fantastic experience: The classroom portion was easy to follow and had plenty of breaks. I loved my driving instructors Susan and Joe! Both of them were so easy going and trusting, and taught me how to complete good, confident maneuvers. The driving portion was so much fun and i never felt uncomfortable or judged. Overall my Coach’s experience was amazing.
Fantastic experience: Coach Joe did a great job ! I love his teaching style and the drives went by a lot easier with him. P.s he doesnt worry about how you turn the wheel (you dont need to do hand over hand)
Fantastic experience: best driving school ever, teachers are amazing.
Fantastic experience: We have had 2 sons go through Coach’s Driving Academy. We have had a wonderful experience both times. The class work is detailed enough to get the students the information they need to be successful. Coach Joe is excellent, given his background, he works well with the students by providing firm solid driving guidance. Both of my sons liked his style as he made them comfortable with the driving experience and they felt happy with their experiences. They both had improved skill sets and a better comfort level driving in traffic and in the interstate. Highly recommend Coach’s and especially Coach Joe. Would send my kids back a hundred times over.
Fantastic experience: I had a great experience here. The lessons were easy to follow, the coaches are easy going and they have a way of making the 38 hours of class time not completely dreadful. And the drives that you do, the coaches are very informative and they correct your mistakes but they don’t harp on you and they don’t hold them over your head. Shout out to Coach Joe, my favorite instructor in the classroom and the car.
Fantastic experience: I had a great time here and I was taught everything I need to know to feel fully prepared once I get my license.
Fantastic experience: Me. Joe was absolutely incredible to drive with. He’s helpful and very patient!!! Would recommend to drive with him!
Fantastic experience: Class was easy, explained throughly, serval breaks so it wasn’t tiring. My drives were with Joe, really nice instructor, outgoing, friendly. Good experience in general, definitely got a lot better with driving.
Fantastic experience: I loved driving which Coach’s Driving Academy! I feel like I learned a lot and am a safer and better driver because of it!!
Fantastic experience: Coach Joe was very helpful person to drive with. He taught me everything that I need to know to be on the road. He made sure I was ready to drive for when i get my license and he was very fun and energetic, so it wasn’t a boring drive.
Fantastic experience: i enjoyed everything about this experience ☺️, the class was amazing and organized well. it was very straight forward and fun!!! the coaches are well mannered and fit for this job and i appreciate all the hard work they did for me too pass my RST! coach joe was very funny and he made the class and driving fun to learn!! not only did they teach but they taught in a way where it didn’t feel like you were being taught! 3/4 of my drives were with coach joe and it was a nice experience he taught me things i didn’t know. he even gave me a concert lol! 1 of my drives was with ms. susan and we had nice conversation and she taught me things as well. i had a nice experience overall thank yall for the opportunity and encouragement!!!!
Fantastic experience: very good teachers and had fun during the drives
Fantastic experience: My experience was amazing! Coach Joe was the one that was driving with me and he made sure everything I did was correct and also corrected me on my mistakes! A very good class and very good drives! Highly recommend!
Fantastic experience: This is the best driving school to go to. Great for teaching kids how to drive!
Fantastic experience: Great experience!! Loved driving with Ms. Susan! The classes taught me a lot and prepared me well for the test and driving.
Fantastic experience: This place is great !! I’d totally recommend for a good driving class !! I drove my 3/4 drives with Coach Joe and he is my favv!! He’s energetic and so fun to drive with:)))
Fantastic experience: Coach Joe was an amazing coach helping me get my permit. Any mistakes I made he corrected with ease. Coach Joe made my drives smooth and stress less. He made me a great driver and I’m ready to take my roads test in the next 6 months with him!
Fantastic experience: In my experience at Coach’s Driving Academy, I learned much about the process of driving and the intricacies that come with such an important aspect of our lives. Coach’s used a method that boded well with my peers and I, keeping the discussions and lessons lively and engaging. This same teaching technique continued over to the actual driving process with Coach Joe who was lively but kind in his teaching and helped the student feel at ease even in difficult situations. I highly recommend Coach’s for any student looking to get their license.
Fantastic experience: I had a great time driving all of my drives with Coach Joe. We went all around Slidell and had fun while driving. After all of our drives, I felt very comfortable while driving. Highly recommended driving school!
Positive experience: Coach’s Driving Academy has successfully taught me how to drive. But that is not the biggest thing that they have done. I was terrified of driving and now it isn’t so. Class was torture with Coach Chip, and we learned nothing of use with him. When it was Chip’s time to teach, we learned close to nothing about actually driving. Instead he chose to talk about white women from Chalmette who are drunk off of gin with leathery skin and barefoot on the dance floor. However, my drives were scheduled with Coach Joe and Coach Susan, and they truly helped me. As I mentioned before, I was absolutely terrified, and as we had more time together it all faded away. They provided me with constructive criticism and helpful tips on how to proceed from here. They are amazing and very generous people who truly care about their job and hope for the best in a student. A huge thank you to them. If you can get past the awful classroom hours, you will be sure to succeed as long as you avoid Chip.
Fantastic experience: Was a very good experience and was very friendly. I drove with coach Joe on the last drive and it was amazing. All of the coaches are amazing.
Fantastic experience: Absolutely amazing!!! Made me feel very comfortable while driving, learned a lot!! Coach Joe is the absolute best!!! Price is worth it!!
Fantastic experience: I absolutely loved doing my drives at this driving academy! The whole process was very easy and i really enjoyed it. My instructor was coach Joe for all of my drives and he made me feel very comfortable and confident in my driving even though i wasn’t very experienced.
Fantastic experience: Coach’s had a really good driving and classroom experience. I had Coach Joe for both classroom instruction and behind the wheel instruction and we had a good time driving, made it feel normal and comfortable and was really good.
Fantastic experience: I had a great time driving with Mr.Joe!! He teaches very well and is very comical, but professional.
Fantastic experience: joe is my favorite!! excellent driving staff, they are all nice!! i was a little stressed but by drive 2 i was very confident in my driving abilities
Fantastic experience: I personally loved this place and my driving instructor. I learned a lot in the class about driving in general and also about the laws of driving and the road. My driving instructor, Coach Joe, was very helpful when I was driving and when it came to my test to get my permit, I knew how to do everything correctly and made almost no mistakes.
Fantastic experience: i’ve had a great driving experience. it has been fun but still while learning. i’m getting taught very well here. my test went very well as the driving. joe was my driving instructor and he was very nice and taught well.
Fantastic experience: Very nice teachers, they explain everything very well and are pretty funny people. Everyone made the class fun and educational. Great driving school with great people.
Fantastic experience: Coach Joe was an amazing teacher. We had so much fun driving!!
Fantastic experience: Very good teachers with nice personalities. Had a fun time while learning very valuable info. Great school
Fantastic experience: I literally can’t say enough about COACH JOE! My daughter had an amazing driving experience because of him. He was very patient, extremely knowledgeable & it showed. Very grateful to your company & this great experience. Everything was communicated to my daughter & to me throughout this entire process. Highly recommended for any new driver!
Fantastic experience: coach joe definitely made it an enjoyable experience! and helped with anything problems i have! 10/10
Fantastic experience: Coach’s driving academy was a great experience. All of my drives were with Coach Joe and it was so fun. He made it a good learning experiance.
Fantastic experience: I had a great experience with coach’s driving. The coach’s are all very nice and amazing! It’s a great place to learn how to drive and I wouldn’t want to go anywhere else. They have taught me so much about driving and I know so much more. I had Coach Joe for all of my drives and he is great. Very patient in the car for the drives and a great teacher. I was very nervous when I first started driving but he helped so much. We went on the interstates and all over Slidell. He taught me how to do basically everything on the road and it was very fun aswell. Thank you for the experience at Coachs Driving!
Fantastic experience: My experience with this driving academy was beyond superb. I had Coach Joe for all four of my drives and I’m not even sure what to say, actually I do. Coach Joe’s instruction helped me not only get over my fear of driving, but challenged me in ways where I felt myself getting better every minute and mile of the drive. Coach Joe is a spectacular instructor. He took my driving skills to new heights (figuratively and literally), and it truly was a joy driving with him. These five stars in my review go to him for his positively tremendous instruction. For anyone reading this, if you have a chance to drive with Coach Joe or have your child drive with Coach Joe, consider yourself lucky. Thank you, Coach Joe, for instructing me on my journey to driving.
Fantastic experience: Coach’s Driving Academy has made my driving experience so much fun! The classes themselves were fun and I learned a lot. The drives were fun too! I had Coach Terra, Susan, and Joe and my drives with them were awesome! I really learned a lot overall, and 100% would recommend!
Fantastic experience: I absolutely loved Coach’s Driving Academy!! Everyone is nice and super helpful! Thanks to my fav Coach Joe.
Fantastic experience: I really liked how the coaches were patient with me and really nice. Coach Joe gave me the best experience and I’m glad I had my last drive with him
Fantastic experience: COACH JOE! best driving coach out there, very exciting and fun to drive with. we got lots of starbucks and educating lessons on driving. 10/10
Fantastic experience: Coach Joe at Coach's Driving Academy was very patient, helpful, and easy to work with. He made the process pleasant, educational and fun! We would definitely recommend him to anyone needing his services
Fantastic experience: Coachs was a great experience! The class was nice and the drives were even better. I got Coach Joe, and I looked forward to each drive. Now I’m not nervous to get on the road thanks to the guidance I received. Definitely would recommend! :) also, thanks for the Starbucks and Chick-fil-A coach joe!
Positive experience: I really liked that the teachers taught the class ima. Fun way and made it not as boring. Coach Joe, and Coach Chip did a great job.
Fantastic experience: Ive never felt more welcome in a classroom before! Its definitely very easy to stay focused when being taught by coach joe, mrs susan and chip. ps. Thanks for the snowball coach joe!
Fantastic experience: I had joe for my drives and he was extremely helpful with me while learning to drive. Overall the picking up and dropping off was punctual and driving over all was a good fun educational experience.
Fantastic experience: Coach joe is the best coach in this academy. All classes are well organized and coach’s teach u a lot before your driving. everything is this academy is always well thought out and planned for all students coming in the academy.
Fantastic experience: i learned a lot in class and in my drives. coach joe and coach chip are excellent coaches and you will learn a lot.
Fantastic experience: The coaches were very enthusiastic and supportive in the classroom and on the road. Driving was especially fun with Coach Joe who was excellent at being both encouraging and understanding.
Fantastic experience: Through in class learning to behind the wheel drives it’s been a great experience and I’ve become a better driver. Coach Joe was an amazing instructor and was always positive!
Fantastic experience: My daughter had never been behind a wheel before. They made her so confident in knowing the rules of the road and taught her good techniques to drive around this road raged town we live in. They took her on backroads, highways, in gause traffic, and the interstate. Now we can focus on just practicing everything they taught her until she turns 16!
Fantastic experience: Coach's was a great driving school. I had my drives with coach joe and coach susan and they were both great!
Fantastic experience: the coachs driving academy on robert road has the best, nicest, most patient coachs i’ve ever meet they talk to you while driving and make sure your all good to go and safe and i’ve definitely learned a lot from them how tips and tricks for driving . coach joe is the best! He pushed me to be the best I can be.
Fantastic experience: Coach’s driving academy is a great school to attend. I had a blast learning while having fun. Coach Joe is a wonderful driving coach/ teacher.
Fantastic experience: the class went very well. they give you everything you need to be a good driver and let you have fun while doing it. the coaches are all nice especially coach joe because he likes to have fun. i will miss the karaoke with coach joe.
Fantastic experience: Great in class teaching and interaction. Instructors are amazing. I had all my drives with Joe. I thought i was going to be nervous, but he talked me through everything from the first time I got in the car to a 96 on my final drive! He’s a great teacher in the classroom and on the road!
Fantastic experience: Coaches is a great school! Coach Joe helped me become a better driver. He made me feel comfortable and not pressured. Coach Joe made driving fun. He had patience and he would help me instead of just telling me I wasn’t doing something right. He would walk me through everything I needed to do. I recommend Coaches Driving Academy.
Fantastic experience: I felt that I have improved a great deal since my first drive. Coach Joe is very helpful and great at acting out real life situations that could occur. They are very encouraging and are actually willing to teach you what you need to know instead of just letting you do your own thing.
Fantastic experience: Coach Joe was AWESOME! I had an incredible experience. I was very nervous to drive but he was very comforting, and we laughed and bought many Monsters Overall great experience definitely Recommended!!!!
Fantastic experience: coach’s was awesome! really educational and i feel confident in my driving. coach joe smells like lettuce!
Fantastic experience: Coach Joe was so fun to drive with! He gave me great tips and made my drive feel easy. He’s a very funny guy and will even pay for your Starbucks!!
Fantastic experience: I had such a great experience driving with coaches joe and Susan they where so nice and fun especially choach joe such a funny person and jokester
Fantastic experience: Great drive with all coaches, especially coach joe. Nice smooth drive encouraged and disciplined throughout.
Fantastic experience: I absolutely loved the entire Coach’s experience, down to the classes and the drives. Coach Joe was quite the pleasure to ride with. He teaches you correctly, does not get frustrated with you (because he knows you’re learning), and keeps things interesting. It’s always such a good time with him and all the other coaches, and I would definitely 10/10 recommend!
Fantastic experience: This was the best place I ever could have learned to drive. Everyone was nice and had a smile through it all. I learned a lot from the coach’s and it was a fun experience. Coach Joe was my favorite he taught me so much about driving I don’t know how I would have done this without him. Even though I drove with several coaches he was the best.
Fantastic experience: I really loved the class and all my drives were with coach Joe!! He is the best!! the class was so fun, especially when coach Joe was teaching!! He made the class fun and informative!!
Fantastic experience: Great driving school. My son got his permit and license after going here. Been around forever! Our second son will be going here as well. They prepare kids and young adults even with anxiety how to drive safely.
Fantastic experience: Coach Joe is the best coach in the world!! I think i might be the best driver ever after his teaching!
Fantastic experience: On my first drive I was really nervous, but my coaches made sure I was comfortable and safe at all times on the road.
Fantastic experience: Coach Joe was the best!! I was very nervous in the beginning but he taught me how to drive very well. I also drove with Susan and she was very nice and helpful. All the instructors teach very good and make you feel confident enough to drive.
Negative experience: The pricing was great which is why I went here. I took my other lessons/permit test at another place, so I was very unaware of the route. Granted, I should have asked for the route to practice but I don't live in Slidell so finding the time the practice would have been something else in its own. I cannot remember the name of woman who gave me my test but she was not good. First she hit her breaks when I was slowly breaking. There was enough space in front of the other car when I was stopping, there was no need for her to stomp on hers to jerk the car. After that happened I was already nervous because I remembered that as an automatic fail. Then we went to turn onto a street at this light... the light was yellow and she told me to turn. So I turned. She then yelled at me and failed me for "running the red light" even though I turned when she gave me the directions to turn. Then she told me to turn on the "black and white" road. I was like "The second road??" Whoever she was she gave poor instructions. Apparently did not want me back because I cursed after I ran the light because I knew I failed. Super upset because I was looking forward to this so I could finally buy my car and I failed for something that wasn't even my fault.
Thanks for sharing your feedback. We are sure you are disappointed and frustrated that you did not pass your Road Skills Test to obtain your Driver’s License. Louisiana requires a passing score of 80% and in some cases, automatic failures occur if the mistake(s) are severe enough. Our Coach's have been with us for many years, and each Coach is certified and trained by the Louisiana Office of Motor Vehicles on administering the Road Skills Test and we uphold those high standards. We hope that you are able to practice a bit more and are mindful of safe driving habits and skills before you test again for your Drivers License. We wish you the best of luck!
Fantastic experience: Coach Joe is the best. Very fun I wouldn’t have passed the road skills test without him signing and dancing and his random outburst. He got me lunch and made sure I was comfortable and no offense to the other coaches but coach joe is the best
Fantastic experience: The class really helped me understand what different signs and what the different lanes mean and helped me understand how to drive and the rules of the road better. Coach Terra and coach Joe drove with me and they were really helpful helping me with lane changes, where to stop at stop signs, when to put your blinker on, and how to drive better in general. It was a really great program and all of the coaches are all really nice and helpful people.
Fantastic experience: coach joe is the best coach i’ve had!! my drives were very easy and he was very easy to drive with. even though i made a few mistakes he would correct them and i’d be set for the next time a situation like that occurred!! i had an amazing time driving and learning at coaches!!
Fantastic experience: Coach Joe and Mrs. Susan were very patient with me and were great driving instructors. Joe took me to Starbucks two out of my three drives with him just because. He tends to dance and sing a lot while in the passenger seat, so just keep that in mind.
Fantastic experience: Coach’s was a great place to learn how to drive!!! I felt very comfortable going onto the road for the first time. I would recommend Coach’s for anyone looking for a driving school.
Fantastic experience: I really enjoyed the class and the drives. The drives seemed scary but they weren’t that bad it was a lot of fun and I feel more confident about my driving now!
Fantastic experience: Coach’s is one of the best driving schools in Slidell. If you go here try and get Coach Joe to do your driving, he makes it fun and interesting. I thought I would’ve been really nervous but he made it to where driving wasn’t scary but fun. It was always a fun time when driving with Coach Joe.
Fantastic experience: My experience with the school and drives were efficient, safe and fun. Ms.Terra my instructor really motivated me to improve on my mistakes, she’s the goat!
Fantastic experience: Mr. Joe drove with me twice and I learned a lot from him. At first I thought I would be nervous to drive with him but he’s actually very calm and nice. He taught me most of the stuff that I needed to know to become a successful driver. Mrs. Tara drove me twice as well and she’s the driver that I started with and taught me the basics. She also did my final drive and was very helpful. I was very nervous for my last drive but Mrs. Tara kept me calm and I helped me focus on my driving. So I would say that they were both really good instructors and helped me to get my learners permit.
Fantastic experience: During the classes they went into detail about what we needed to do and made sure that we were safe while driving. During the driving portion, it was fun and I also learned a lot on the road. They communicated well with me and gave me side notes on what I needed to work on. Definitely recommend this driving school!
Fantastic experience: Ms.Terra is a great teacher. She is real nice and if you do something wrong she won’t yell. She teach you the basic. 10/10 teacher in my eyes
Fantastic experience: Coach’s was such a fun and professional environment. I genuinely had fun going to the classes and I couldn’t have done it without Coach Joe. This was such a great experience and I’m going to miss being here. Thank you to all the coaches that taught my classes.
Fantastic experience: Coaches is a great driving academy! I personally had Ms. Terra and Ms. Susan and they're great teachers you can literally ask them anything and they'll help you out the best that you can. I'm sure the other coaches are the same and overall coaches is probably the best place you can go to get your drivers ed needs.
Fantastic experience: Coach Terra was very helpful and friendly. She even drove me on my test on her off day. She made sure that I knew the rules of the road perfectly and taught me them when I didn’t. Coach Terra did a great job teaching me the techniques and skills I need to drive on my own.
Fantastic experience: I drove with Ms. Tarra for my permit test. She communicated with me well and made sure I knew what I was doing right and wrong. I learned a lot from Coach’s since their classes were informational and helped me a lot.
Fantastic experience: Did 2 drives with Coach Susan, 2 drives with Coach Terra, and couldn't be happier, overall great experience, and I learned a lot. Coach susan helped me get my first driving experience, and Coach terra fine tuned me into a driver ready for the road.
Fantastic experience: Coaches Driving Academy is helpful and fun. To meeting all the coaches to the driving. Coach Joe is super fun to drive with and the driving academy is just a great experience overall.
Fantastic experience: Ms.Terra is an AWESOME driving instructor good communication, she makes you feel comfortable while driving and she’s an AMAZING teacher. I would %100 recommended her to drive with.
Fantastic experience: My two instructors, Susan And Terra, were very patient seeing as I needed a lot of instruction, and they also helped me a lot with their positive attitudes and helpful teaching comments
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