Joda Collins' Driving Academy

Fantastic experience: My son did not drive until he was 23 years old because of his epilepsy. Although his doctor gave his approval because my son's seizures had been controlled for eight years, he was still afraid to drive. Mr. Collins is a serious yet patient and fantastic teacher who stressed the importance of safety. When my son did not prepare between lesson, Mr. Collins let him know that was disrespectful to his time and the money I spent. My son would not be an independent adult or a safe driver without Mr Collins. I would like to give him a hundred stars and thank him a thousand times!!

Fantastic experience: Mr. Collins has been a fantastic teacher for my son who is disabled. He is very professional and a very kind person. I would recommend him to anyone and everyone.

Fantastic experience: Highly recommend Joda! He will teach you how to drive safely.

Fantastic experience: My experience with Joda was a 4 hour course per Floridas 3n3 crash program. While I felt that communication overall was not always clear previous to the day of the program, I had no concerns the day of. Joda is kind, patient and clear in communication face to face and offers a wide spectrum of critical thinking about the driver. Set me up well to pass all 3 required driving tests at the dmv, and I’m all good to go and back on the road. Thank you Joda for offering a tremendous business to the Pensacola & surrounding community.

Negative experience: Asked if I had autism for having performance anxiety and was very strange and abrupt. Felt I barely had a chance to really drive adequately and he gave me horrible reviews on my report when I was still a minor making my parents think lesser of me.

Negative experience: I have been trying to get in touch with Mr. Collins for three weeks to schedule and I have been receiving the same exact email again after I sent them my information and all of that.

Fantastic experience: Mr. Collins did an excellent job of teaching me everything I needed to know to pass the extended road exam required to get my license off suspension. When I asked for further explanations on matters he always provided extended explanations for me that were easy to understand. At no time did he make me feel like I was stupid or a terrible driver. He had many stories to tell which helped give a personalized idea of his experience with what piece of law he was currently training me on and helped me be more at ease. In the last analysis Mr. Collins is a polite, old school teacher who was very helpful in my journey to becoming a safer defensive driver.

Fantastic experience: If you read the contract you know what and how he is. He gave my boyfriend great advice and was nice. He was friendly and helped him out a lot.. worked with us when we got there and boyfriend said he's actually a really good dude. Thank you for helping us with this step of his journey.

Negative experience: The teacher can't drive him self don't waste your money with these people.

Negative experience: If only "0" was possible. STAY AWAY IF YOU ARE PART OF THE V.R. Program! Mr. Collins, All of your correspondences both in person and in writing clearly show a lack of respect, understanding, and compassion for working with individuals with disabilities. The complaints you address, show a blatant disregard and lack of understanding of individuals with disabilities. During this entire experience, you have continued to overstep your boundaries as a driving instructor. Many of your comments had nothing to do with progress or areas of concern but seemed to focus on personal traits and attributes of the student. I have outlined below some of the remarks experienced during these 5 sessions: He talks too loud People won't understand him; therefore, making them uncomfortable Making him read a card (Not related to anything with the lesson) so you can determine his reading level Suggesting he sits with your secretary for 3 hrs for a reading comprehension lesson Pushing for the use of my personal vehicle, instead of the school vehicle (never heard of this) which is equipped for teaching In regards to your suggestions to the Vocational Rehabilitation Program (V.R.) to not continue funding for driving courses unless he can obtain a driving license first, is beyond absurd. It is my understanding, that the purpose of driving school is to prepare the individual for road readiness. He has previously taken courses in South Florida and was encouraged to continue lessons to build his awareness and comfort on the road. Who gets their Driver license, before learning to drive? It has become very apparent you lack the necessary education and basic fundamentals in working with individuals with disabilities. You and you're organization are more of a detriment and a hindrance to any individual participating in the V.R. program. It concerns me that other individuals that have been previously referred to you and your organization from the V.R. program have been treated in the same manner, but afraid to speak up.

Fantastic experience: Very professional. Had a blast.

Negative experience: This man acts very childish towards his clients, mocks and criticize you if your an a disagreement with him, his way of teaching to drive is very unprofessional, and he gets irritated when you wear a mask around him not caring about covid guidelines Unbelievable!! don't waste your time and money on him get some else that's qualified to be a driving instructor would not recommend him at all.

Negative experience: When my wife asked him to teach our child to drive safely and be able to pass a driving test. He said, "That is like asking me, to teach Algebra and Geometry at the same time." We still feel they go hand in hand. Needless to say don't waste your time or money.

Negative experience: A sad man who thinks he is more intelligent than he actually is. Typically when people have enormous egos, there is at least some justification for it (whether it be skill, talent, etc.). As for Joda Collins, there is no redeeming quality. What a waste of money and time.

Fantastic experience: Thank you for your help, patience & understanding. I’m trying to put everything I learned into practice. You are a driving encyclopedia.

Fantastic experience: Mr Collins was professional and was very informative on any and all laws on the road. If anyone follows what he says they would never have a ticket or accident. I would recommend for anyone

Fantastic experience: It was an enjoyable experience. I learned some things from him and he was a curtious and informative instructor.

Fantastic experience: I've known Joda Collins for many years. He is a devoted and gracious man. His desire to teach people proper driving skills is sincere, professional, and passionate. I have recommended his school many times - for as long as he has been in business. Not a soul to whom I have recommended him was disappointed. Mr. Collins has my highest endorsement.

Negative experience: Signed up for 75 minute driving instruction, got a 90 minute lecture on how he knows more about ADHD than any doctor and that I definitely qualified for it. Don’t waste your money.

Negative experience: Mr. mi rate is about my experience not about your opinion. One of the reasons is that you complained about my language, not sending me my information to learn which makes no sense because you want to express it on the platform without a purpose and I never be hostile we are not kids. good day.

Fantastic experience: Very professional, very understanding and patient. Has my highest recommendation.

Fantastic experience: Great instructor. I'm an experienced driver and still learned a lot!

Fantastic experience: Joda Collins Driving Academy did GREAT at teaching me how to drive safely and responsibly on the road. He is a no nonsense kind of guy due to the importance of road safety, which is needed in teaching such a skill that could cost people their lives. I'm thankful to have learned from such a great instructor!

Fantastic experience: Joda is very professional in his teaching, my 15 year old daughter has taken numerous lessons from him, he is straight and to the point. He does not hold back in his assessments and if the person taking the lesson is thin skinned they may not be able to handle his criticism very well. If you want your daughter/son or anyone else to become a safe defensive driver he will get them there, we highly recommend him.

Negative experience: Worst instructor ever. He cares more about the car than the student and apparently using a signal light is a threat. Here's a fun fact the turn signal was invented to help us inform other driver's of when we were either turning or needing to merge in. Another fun fact if you don't use it during your driving test you will lose points. I forgot to use it one time and they deducted points for it. A turn signal is not a threat. If we're talking facts here the truth is if you don't use the signal you can be pulled over for illegal lane change. Yanking the wheel from the drivers hands and putting them into an oncoming lane just to avoid a few thorns is reckless and pathetic. I would NEVER recommend him. There is an instructor in Crestview who is an excellent teacher. If you're going to get a teacher Go.To.Crestview. The teacher I got there was amazing. He taught me everything I needed to know to pass my driving test.

Fantastic experience: Joda Collins is a fabulous driving instructor with impeccable character, only skilled safe drivers graduate!

Fantastic experience: Very professional. I was very happy with the driving course. It taught me how to improve my driving skills in areas I needed to improve. I actually enjoyed the training.

Fantastic experience: My wife and I used Joda Collins driving school to train both of our sons. We had an incredibly good experience. I even learned a lot and still use the things he taught us (I was in the back seat for about a dozen lessons). I quote him regularly, “First one into the intersection goes to the hospital.” Each lesson is filled with a wealth of wisdom and safety. My two sons are great drivers with near flawless records. I highly recommend the school and instructor.