Ready for the Road Driving School

Fantastic experience: i am grateful i made the right choice of choosing to take driver lessons with Chris. Chris is super friendly and patient, not once was there ice to break or i felt incapable. the price is way more affordable compared to other places offering lessons, and much more positive and friendlier to the individuals learning to drive. with only 2 lessons, we scheduled the 3rd one to fit time to take the drivers test, which he gladly offered that i could use the vehicle i’ve been taking my lessons in. i passed the drivers test with a 93! thanks to his help. i’m super glad i made this choice, i’ve held off taking the test for quite some time, but chris is such a wonderful instructor and i highly recommend you to take lessons with him if you are feeling unsure.

Fantastic experience: Chris is an amazing instructor. He is very calm so it helps lessen nerves. I had a couple of lessons with him and they were very helpful, I got a lot more confident with my driving. I was able to pass my driving exam on the first try with a good score. His pricing is very reasonable compared to other driving schools in the area.

Fantastic experience: He has done a great job with my stepson!

Fantastic experience: I really appreciate Chris’s patience—he never rushes and always makes sure I feel confident behind the wheel. I highly recommend him

Fantastic experience: Chris has been working with our daughter for the past month or so and her skills have improved dramatically. Today she took her test in Columbia and passed with an 85% on the first try. Chris had throughly prepared her for what to expect and taught her how to navigate the car without cameras as her car won’t have them. I highly recommend his driving school!

Fantastic experience: I highly recommend this for new drivers. Our daughter really appreciated the lesson, and her confidence and ability to drive were a night and day difference after a 90 minute session.

Fantastic experience: I had a great experience learning with Chris! He was very patient and friendly every time. He explained everything clearly, which helped me improve my driving skills and build confidence. Thanks to his support, I was able to pass my driving test successfully.

Fantastic experience: I had an excellent experience learning to drive with Chris Harris! His calm demeanor and understanding approach helped build my confidence behind the wheel, regardless of my initial skill level. One of the things that stood out was how great he is at teaching parallel parking, which can be tricky for many drivers. Chris broke it down step-by-step, making it easy to understand and practice until I got it right. Since Chris used to work as a state trooper, he emphasizes safe driving techniques that go beyond just passing the test. He ensures you not only know how to drive but how to drive safely and responsibly on the road, which is so important. His experience and teaching style make him a great instructor for anyone, especially immigrants looking to get their driver's license. Plus, his pricing is very reasonable compared to other schools in the area. I highly recommend Chris to anyone learning to drive, especially if you're new to driving in Missouri!

Fantastic experience: I had an incredible experience with Chris as my driving instructor. He is extremely friendly and patient, which helped me quickly get over my road anxiety. His teaching methods are clear and effective, making me feel confident and safe behind the wheel. Highly recommend Chris for anyone looking to learn how to drive!

Fantastic experience: Can't recommend Chris enough! My daughter took 4 lessons with Chris as a supplement her learning and she took her test today and passed with a perfect 100 score. Chris did a great job of explaining technique and some other tips that really helped her become a more safe and confident driver. I would not hesitate to recommend him to anyone!

Fantastic experience: Switching from driving in India to driving in the US has been toughen. I've clocked plenty of hours playing #Need for Speed, #Asphalt, and Forza Horizon, but real road experience? Nada. But guess what? I aced my driver's test today with a perfect score of 100/100! All thanks to just four classes with "Ready for the Road" driving school, taught by the awesome Mr. Chris Harris. Seriously, he's the best instructor ever – patient, clear, and super chill. Big shoutout to him! If you're in Columbia, MO and need driving lessons, definitely check out "Ready for the Road" driving school. Thanks a bunch!

Fantastic experience: Amazing driving instructor. He's patient and he takes his time, not only to get to know how you drive but also to get to know you as well. He's going to embark confidence and determination on you that you might not have knew you had. I'd recommend Chris over anyone. Don't stop doing what you're doing! Also he doesn’t yell or get aggravated; so that’s a plus - Rodnesha

Fantastic experience: I'm a Belizean reporter who moved to the U.S. recently hoping to be able to continue my journalism career stateside. That goal, however, required a license. As do most jobs in this country. I Had three lessons with Chris leading up to my driving test. He is patient, knowledgeable and equipped with a few little tricks to get you comfortable on the road faster. My favorite is the one for parallel parking. After those three lessons and some test day review I managed a 94 on a driver's test that I was quite nervous about taking. Today I'm a licensed driver which is such a relief for my professional goals.

Fantastic experience: My daughter did 3 lessons, and I could not be more happy with the results. She passed her driving exam on her first try. I feel much more confident in her driving knowing she learned from a professional. Chris was great. He was easy to work with, answered any questions, and worked with our crazy schedule. I also found it very affordable especially for the level of lessons and the amount of time he spent each lesson. Will be using his service again in about a year for my younger daughter, and would highly recommend him for anyone wanting help with teaching your child to drive or just wanting to get them ready for their driving exam.

Fantastic experience: Chris helped prepare me to success and gave me the best tips that I’ll keep with myself on the road

Fantastic experience: Chris went beyond my expectations. Every instruction is clear. I was not sure that I will pass the exam, but he was more confident than me saying you will definitely pass the exam and I scored 91. Thank you Chris.

Fantastic experience: Chris is an exceptional instructor! My daughter always talked about how calm and understanding he is during lessons. Not to mention his great way of teaching and instructions. She passed her drivers exam after a few lessons with ease and has gained more confidence in her driving ever since. Thank you Chris!

Fantastic experience: He was amazing he will show you what to do an help you on the things you need this school is amazing 5 stars with out a doubt

Fantastic experience: Chris did a great job helping my daughter feel more confident in her driving. He was patient with her and really helped her get that last bit of practice in. She ended up passing her driver's test with a 100%! I would definitely recommend and plan on using him again when my son's turn to drive comes around.

Fantastic experience: IF YOU HAVE LEARNING DISABILITIES, OR ROAD ANXIETY WORK WITH CHRIS! I can not speak highly enough of Chris! He is an incredible driving instructor. When I started driving with him, I had extreme anxiety and was totally unconfident in my ability to judge the road or maneuver safely. Chris has a magical ability to make a person trust themselves behind the wheel without ever taking control of the car - he is a great guide and can adjust to all sorts of learning styles. I am dyslexic, and I cannot visualize things. He was able to find multiple ways of explaining concepts, such as parallel parking or reversing, in ways I could comprehend and remember. If you are a person with learning disabilities, you will be safe in Chris's car and won't feel like an idiot when you make mistakes. Chris never takes phone calls during the lesson and doesn't blast music. His eyes and attention are always on you and the road. Overall, it took me about two months to go from being terrified on the road to holding my driver's license! Thank you, Chris!

Fantastic experience: My son needed some brushing up. He'd driven before, but not much. He wasn't comfortable enough to take the road test. After a few lessons with Ready for the Road Driving School, he's a confident, licenced driver.

Fantastic experience: Chris went above and beyond to help me learn how to drive. I was very nervous at first to get behind the wheel but within one lesson I calmed down and became more confident. He was very calm and patient, and guided me on what to do and how to do it. I feel very confident now, and I’m ready for the road.

Fantastic experience: Chris did an awesome job helping my son feel confident, while driving. At the same time, he was able to reinforce safe and responsible driving skills.

Fantastic experience: Driving was very nerve racking for me when I started but Chris was able to subside my doubts. His patience and words of encouragement is really what helped me become a better driver! he takes your concerns seriously and makes being behind the wheel feel easy.

Fantastic experience: Chris did an amazing job with my daughter. She had already practiced but needed to build her confidence in herself. He was just the person to do that. His laid back personality makes them feel very at ease while being knowledgeable at the same time with his years of highway patrol experience. I can't say enough good things about him. She scored a 97% so I would say that is a HUGE success and testimony of his skill to prepare them for the road. He even went above and beyond and took her to practice different scenarios that wouldn't be on the test for real life driving skills. He doesn't pressure you with how many lessons to do but will guide you with his recommendations.

Fantastic experience: The are not enough ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️to rate the personal interest, care and patience that Chris Harris has with his customers. As a parent, he was so flexible and went out of his way to be flexible and accommodating in providing the lessons. Chris became a great friend to our son. He had taken training lessons from another company; became so nervous and did not improve after 10 lessons. He had no interest in getting his license due to his fear of driving. Within 2 lessons with Chris, he was relaxed and looked forward to the lessons again. I can’t say enough about CHRIS HARRIS regarding his expertise, willingness to make a difference in a young man’s life and the PATIENCE that he displayed. In my opinion, you will find no one as dedicated to the end result of becoming a safe and comfortable driver. Our son received his drivers license on his first try. Chris allowed him to use his vehicle for the test and stayed at the license bureau anxiously waiting for him to return. As I said earlier, our son now has a new friend…and parents that will be forever grateful AND feel confident that he has been trained PROPERLY the laws of driving and the importance of safety.