1. They do not answer the phone when called. We called Numerous Times…read more 2. Leave a message they do not call back. 3. Went to website and tried to contact them that way and have yet to hear back. It is like they do not want business or care about the people who want to attend the course. 4. Numerous attempts for over 1 1/2 weeks and NOTHING. Pathetic company. How anyone would or could leave a good review for them is beyond me. For someone to not even answer phones during business hours or return phone calls shows a complete lack of etiquette or business sense as well as TERRIBLE customer service.

Nice guy. Good learning. Would recommend to others. Not having to go to the DMV is an added…read morebonus.

We had a wonderful experience with Mr. Wayne. Our son received valuable instruction and had his…read moredriver's license by the end of the week. Would definitely recommend.

Well worth the money. My daughter was comfortable and learned a few pointers to perfect her…read moredriving. Mr. Wayne was professional and met her skill set where she was. Would recommend him again in a heart beat.

We had a wonderful experience with Mr. Odom at Navigation Academy…read more Mr. Odom was always prompt, professional and easy to communicate with. From our first phone call to linking up via Zoom and eventually meeting Mr. Odom in person, it has always been such a positive experience. Our daughter has a very busy schedule which made it really hard to find a time for her driving lessons. Mr. Odom went above and beyond to get us on his schedule. Mr. Odom is a wonderful, patient and kind instructor. Our daughter grew to be a more confident driver and got a lot of helpful driving tips from Mr. Odom. We highly recommend Mr. Odom with Navigation Academy!

We found Navigation Academy through reviews and recommendations on NextDoor, and I am so glad that…read morewe did. My son really enjoyed his time with Mr. Odom behind the wheel. My son says he was a wonderful instructor and that Mr. Odom made all instruction straightforward and easy to understand. We will choose Navigation Academy again soon for our twins who turn 15 next year, and I know they will enjoy it too.

Absolutely wonderful !! I felt so much more comfortable on the road after just a day. I had never…read moredriven over 30 mph or been on the highway before but the instructor was very helpful. The class lasted only a week but that was all it took for me to feel like a pro at driving.

The instructor was straight to the point, patient, and kind. I would definitely recommend. What I…read morelove the most is that she goes above and beyond to accommodate her students.

10/10 definitely recommend. The best 8 hours of my life. Very engaging and informative fun I'll add…read morealso. I learned a lot. Wendell does well to get knowledge out for testing points. If you fail, it's on you.

Informative and easy. Take the in person class. The Instructor (Wendell) makes it worth your time…read moreand money. Snacks, water and SunnyD provided at my session. Walked out with a certificate in hand. Make sure you know why your there, that's important to the Instructor.

Great for 2 of my grandchildren and the price was very reasonable!! Picked one up at school daily…read moreand the other at home daily.

This is the second time we have used Old Dominion Driving School and could not be happier. Mr…read more Lopez respects the students and treats them as such. If a student makes a mistakes he corrects the mistake and tells them what they did wrong without embarrassing them or raising his tone. He is able to pick the students up at their school or their home which ever works out best. I would highly recommend Old Dominion Driving School for someone looking to get behind the wheel lessons as a teenager or as an adul

I can't recommend East Coast Driving School and Mrs. Colleen enough! She taught me how to drive 15…read moreyears ago with patience and professionalism, instilling confidence and skills that have stayed with me ever since. Now, she's preparing my son, and I see the same dedication and expertise in her teaching methods. Mrs. Colleen creates a comfortable and encouraging learning environment, making her students feel at ease behind the wheel. It's clear she is passionate about helping new drivers succeed; I'm beyond grateful to have her guiding my son through this important milestone! 10/10 I do recommend!!

Miss coleen was amazing. Will recommend to anyone needing help getting their permit test she will…read moreteach you all you need to know

This is the best driving school especially for the teenagers because after five days it is…read moreguaranteed you get your driving license and it don't cost that much compared to the other places. Mr. Mackey was exceptional instructor and now my daughter received her license. Thanks to Mr. Mackey hard work. Thumbs up guys, more power.

I enrolled in the 02E Entry-Level Private Investigator course at 1st Virginia Public Safety…read moreTraining Academy in June 2025 to try and pave the way to a career after retiring from the military, and it was without a doubt the worst educational experience I have ever had. The instructor, Luis Cortes, demonstrated a complete lack of professionalism, instructional structure, and ethical conduct from the moment class began. Here is exactly what happened: No Real Instruction Given: The first half and only day of actual classroom time was spent listening to Luis Cortes ramble on about his past as a bodybuilder and brag about how agencies supposedly seek him out for training. Instead of teaching, he used up class time to gloat and print off a disorganized 100-page packet that we were then told to study outside of class, with no in-class teaching, review, or guidance on the material we would be tested on. Abandonment of Classroom Responsibility: After that first day, which was on a Monday, Luis Cortes informed us we were told not to return until that Friday, essentially dismissing us from the course while still expecting us to complete a series of self-directed assignments, robbing us of the required sixty hours of classroom instruction to legitimately fulfill DCJS standards and earn a license. We were given a vague scenario (e.g., car crash) and told to generate our own investigative case file from scratch, with zero instruction on how to properly conduct interviews, draft reports, or follow legal procedures. It was the equivalent of paying nearly $500 to be told, "Figure it out on your own." Hidden, Undisclosed Costs: On top of the $495 course fee, students were expected to pay additional, undisclosed expenses. These included using our own gas and transportation to attend civil/criminal court hearings and to go to city records offices to pay for and retrieve the original deed to our current residence. None of these required tasks were mentioned prior to enrollment, which is deceptive and unacceptable for any legitimate training program. Unethical and Possibly Improper Behavior: During class, Luis Cortes called someone he personally knows at DCJS on their cellphone to expedite student paperwork, then told us not to tell anyone about it, explicitly admitting it could get them both in trouble. This behavior directly contradicts the "moral, legal, and ethical" standards he preached during the course. It was both hypocritical and concerning. Unprofessional Environment: Luis Cortes made an inappropriate comment to a student that made some of us uncomfortable. The entire setting felt more like a personal vanity show than a professional learning environment. The lack of structure, lack of respect for students' time and money, and blatant disregard for proper protocol made it very clear this is not a place committed to actual education. Bottom line: This was not a class. It was a disorganized, overpriced, self-study assignment disguised as professional training. If you're considering this academy for any certification through a class instructed by Luis Cortes, don't. You will not receive what you're paying for, and you'll likely leave frustrated, misled, and still unprepared to pass your exam or perform in the field. I have formally withdrawn, filed a complaint with DCJS, and requested a refund and permanent removal of my personal information from their system. Save your time, your money, and your patience. This is not a legitimate learning environment. One star only because zero stars is not an option.

I attended the 1st Virginia Training Academy for a routine training from my company as a security…read moreguard. I am pleased to say that I ended up continuing on with my training from Unarmed to Armed officer. The instructors are amazing people. They inspire you to be the best you can, they teach you strength through knowledge and proper training. The instructors teach you in specifics taking you step by step using tricky tactics to keep you on your toes preparing you for the big step outside. The lead instructor was very helpful, an issued had happened and he was first to step up and say "You are my student so therefore I got your back". It was a very positive experience and I hope to come back and train more with 1st Virginia Training Academy. No one knows their stuff better than these men and women. Would definitely recommend!