To learn the basics of stick shift this class is awesome! My instructor Alex was amazing. I left…read morethe course thinking (yes thinking) that I knew how to drive a stick shift. Now, the reason for the three star rating is because the course is designed to teach you the basics of stick shift, however, there are no follow up opportunities to practice. There is also no time with the instructor on the open road. All lessons take place in a parking lot. Since learning to drive stick is something I really wanted to do, I went out and bought a stick shift car. I learned very quickly that there were MANY things not covered in this course. I managed to learn them by just getting in the drivers seat and figuring it out. In summary, if you don't know how to drive stick at all this is the course for you. Keep in mind you will only know the basics upon completion and are likely not prepared to take the drivers seat on the open road. You will need some type of follow up driving lesson on the open road and more practice before you actually can drive by yourself.

If you are thinking about learning stick shift, I recommend Stick shift Academy. My instructor Troy…read morewas very patient and even though I was nervous he kept cheering me on. What could have made it better is if there were actual props to help guide us as beginners. Something simple like cones could help. But over all it was a positive experience.

Since it disappeared folks here is some of it Frank Z…read moreFrank Z owner of Total Rider Your comment is inaccurate. I was not treated fairly . The instructors provided a different motorcycle for a younger taller student because he was struggling with the initial motorcycle. They got a different motorcycle from across the parking lot at the range. I was told by the lead female instructor that failed me that next time I could use the Grom motorcycle they had. Why was I not provided the same opportunity like the other student during the training if that bike was available????!! So your comment sir, respectfully is BS!!!!!! The younger female student behind me skipped a cone during the examination and struggled much more than me in my opinion. Yet she was only 20 and passed to my surprise. She even stated to me she thought she would fail. She is the one who had an incident. In my opinion the instructors were bias . I stated that I had purchased a CBR 600 . Maybe this worried them because of my skill level. Of being 59 years old I understand how important safety is was in the process of switching this motorcycle out for a much smaller bike. Hopefully, based on my observations of some of the other younger students, she made the right decision in passing the kids despite. Frank , your instructor made the comment this particular student reminded her of a young Tom Hanks because of his boyish looks . I thought it was unprofessional. Kind of strange he was given a better opportunity to pass because he was struggling with the initial motorcycle provided by Total Rider .

Registered for the weekend 2-day (11/11-12/2023). Online course was (for a newb) way too much…read moreinformation. I arrived and was not only the one woman in my group, but also the only one that had never touched a bike. As the website states the BCF1 is for " all newcomers" I was anticipating a coach that would be more focused on going steady and slowly (it's only 8 students) as opposed to continually looking to the other lot/group to see what they were doing. He also lost his cards, found them, said that this wasn't how he liked to teach but this was how TX tells him to do it, and for some reason told the group that the co-trainer was his wife as if it was necessary information. I was pulled aside after 15 minutes of being on the bike (missing both mirrors, horn broken) because I was fidgeting too much and I hadn't pointed at the right piece when he called it out. Patience? No. He didn't want me slowing him down, because he and SOME of the other men were excited and anxious (although none of them were complaining or acting out like he was). He also said that my thick leggings and high top shoes were not appropriate, and that they needed to update the site. Again, that is there fault not mine (I'm the student, not the trainer). NOTE: The website prior to that weekend said (over the ankle shoe, not boot (now it calls out no tennis shoes). He said it I should call the office, but I emailed and got this response (BELOW). I cannot recommend avoiding this school at any cost if you are new to the ride. The trainer did not exhibit any empathy or patience with me, nor was he interested in how I learn. This course is fine if you know what you're doing an can ignore the poor training methodology they blame on Texas. Dear XXXX, I appreciate your reaching out, and I understand your concerns about the recent training session. I wanted to provide further insights into the decision made, emphasizing your safety and learning experience. Firstly, it's crucial to note that in our Basic Riders Course (BRC), participants come from various experience levels. The BRC is designed as an entry-level course, and each student may have different self-assessments based on their unique risk offset, as learned in the online course. However, I must highlight that wearing Converse All Stars and stretchy pants poses a safety risk during motorcycle training. Converse All Stars lack the necessary protection for your feet, and stretchy pants are unsafe in a motorcycle training environment. During exercise one, it became apparent that you were having difficulty processing basic directions and operating the motorcycle controls, raising concerns about your understanding of fundamental information. As your frustration increased in attempting to navigate the bike's controls, it raised further safety concerns. In light of these factors, we believe a more personalized approach would be beneficial for your safety and learning experience. While we currently do not offer one-on-one training, we recommend exploring alternative options that align with your needs. It's essential to focus on your own progress and understanding without comparing yourself to others. Total Rider does offer an experienced course, but it is more demanding, especially for those who haven't been riding frequently at an intermediate level. Experienced students often face difficulties in unlearning incorrect techniques or habits acquired through improper training or self-teaching. It's a reminder not to judge others' experience levels too quickly or assume that you are the only novice in the group. Your safety remains our top priority, and if you have further questions or would like to explore alternative options, please feel free to reach out. ​Best, Operations, Total Rider (512)522-5844 | operations@totalrider.com https://totalrider.com/

Great overall experience with NDT in getting a driver's license for my teenaged son. Dane Sherry is…read morean excellent instructor. He made sure my son was safe on the roads. And the office staff took care of the application submission process ensuring that everything was handled correctly. Highly recommend. Be sure to choose the option to avoid a trip to DPS by paying the $100 fee to take the road test at the school and the $25 fee to submit the application for you. You'll wait a little longer to get the physical license, but it's less of a hassle.

My son really wanted me to teach him to drive. We opted for the parent taught course. Earlier this…read moreweek he went to NDT for his drivers test. DPS is pretty booked out for this service. The test took 15 minutes and he passed! While getting his license, we learned the gentleman who gave the test , previously worked for their office and is the best type of professional to teach drivers ed. Great to hear he is still serving our community by being an instructor. The staff here is friendly, knowledgeable and timely. The location itself is comfortable and super clean. I highly recommend National Driver Training for your teen driver.

I took the online version and paid for e-filing. The court told me they didn't receive anything and…read moresent a summons. I called and Funny Bones told me I paid for the instant download version and needed to print and take it to the court myself. I explained I *also* paid for e-filing. She *then* told me they sent an email and I had to take that to court and file it myself (that's not how they describe e-filing and that's not what any definition of e-filing is). She then told me she would "re-send" the email. I never received the first one *and* that is not what E-filing is!

LaDonna Claude made the class great and go by fast and gets us involved in the class and let's us…read moreshare our stories. We talk about actual driving experiences that happen to us here in Austin Area and explains what maneuvers are legal and illegal. Lunch is great while watching 2 Fast 2 Furious then she starts class after lunch.

Community Truck Driving School!!!!…read more Community School was a great place to learn. My instructor, Mr. Mike , went above and beyond to teach us and prepare us for success. If you want to get your CDL, I highly recommend this school. Go in with an open mind and be ready to learn. Pay attention to everything that's shown to you. It doesn't matter what you think you already know--whether you've done it before, had a license in the past, or learned from someone else--be willing to learn the right way and focus on safety. After you pass, it's up to you to stay responsible and safe. If you don't, you won't keep your license for long. The only issue I noticed is that some students didn't show enough respect to the instructor. A few acted immature and had big egos, which made it harder for everyone to learn.

I do not recommend Community Truck Driving School based on my experience as a contracted service…read moreprovider. In July of 2025, my company, On-Site CDL Exams, entered into a signed services agreement with Community Truck Driving School to provide DOT physical examinations and urine drug screenings for their students. Under the agreement, payment was due at the time services were provided. Unfortunately, nonpayment became a recurring issue throughout the relationship. Multiple invoices went unpaid for months, despite repeated reminders by text, email, certified mail, and formal demand. A good-faith grace period was provided, but the payment delays continued. As of my final demand, Community Truck Driving School had more than $2,000 in unpaid invoices for services already rendered, exclusive of additional contractual charges or collection costs that may apply. After a formal demand letter and a final cure deadline, payment was still not made and communication remained minimal. In my experience, the issue was not a misunderstanding; it was a prolonged pattern of delayed payment & nonpayment, poor communication, and failure to resolve outstanding obligations after services had already been performed. For any student, vendor, contractor, or business considering working with this school, I would strongly recommend extreme caution - or better yet, a different option. Based on my experience, Community Truck Driving School was not a reliable or professional business partner.

I was so nervous about not having enough time to learn how to NOT stall. I learned in less than…read morethree hours!!! Munjid was so incredibly patient and such a great teacher. He made me feel comfortable with stalling, jerking, and thinking I lost his transmission. I would definitely recommend Munjid and the three hour package at minimum if don't know anything about driving a stick. Thanks, Munjid!

The online course is terrible. They tell you can pause at any time and go back but when I tried to…read morerestart today it took me back to the very start of the section that I had already halfway finished. Then got to the 3rd video in a section and the video just kept clocking. Tried pausing, rewinding, etc but it never would finish. I closed the window and reopened to see if that would work and although it didn't log me out it kicked me back to the very beginning of the entire section AGAIN!

Not funny classes but simple and easy to understand. Website…read moreis pretty good but not the best one for todays tech. Would be nice if they had mobile app. Which is easy to build now a days.

Amazing learning experience with Texas defensive training , Jeff is a great teacher who is so…read moreknowledgeable and great at what he does , I feel like I have learned so much with only one lesson and will take more , definitely recommend, process was easy , fast , and Jeff really takes his time to make sure you really understand.

Recently did my LTC Proficiency Test with Jeff Webb at Texas Defensive Training. It's been about 8…read moreyears since I last handled or owned a gun, even with my law enforcement and military background. Jeff's training was spot on - he's a great instructor who keeps things clear and practical. I'm now waiting for my license and can't wait to get back into training with him. Highly recommend Jeff to anyone, whether you're dusting off old skills or starting fresh.