Some idiot driver for this company was on his cell phone almost caused a collision with me and realized i caught him red handed, so like an idiot he is he abruptly slammed his brakes in front of me causing me to almost rear end him so he can turn of the road into a dirt turnout that says "no stopping anytime" so he can continue his phone call. Does this sound like an instructor you want teaching your kids? read more

Three months ago: I'm scared. I'm anxious. I don't think I understand driving, and that sucks. Now: I just received my license today. March 6 2020. Oh my gosh I did it. How did I change and overcome my fear? I was in the care of the Eureka Driving School, my instructor was Larry and he taught me that being calm and collected within myself was important. I was taught the mechanics of driving within small scenarios on the streets of Eureka (which was my biggest issue) then he would take me on long drives which helped my nerves. The sights and the repetitive motion of handling the car allowed me to become more comfortable in what I was doing. Trust me. Once your naturally readjusting your speed and checking your mirrors, then more focus on the road is offered which puts you in more control of the situation. Always know as well that your instructor is there to help and guide you. When it came to the drivers test. I had a previous prep which I highly recommend for everyone because it's sort of a sneak peak. For the confidence and support of Larry to be there for me from the start and finish. So I passed! I wouldn't have done so if it wasn't for the kind and respectable Eureka driving school so parents, if you want your children to be in a safe environment and learn how to drive instead of learning to do loops in the parking lot then this is the place for you. Everyone else, look into these lessons. It's worth the pay and your time, I assure you. read more

I wish I could copy & paste the review down below from Gabby G! I moved to Arcata from San Francisco and had never driven a car before. I was extremely anxious and had an overwhelming fear of being behind the wheel (hence putting off getting a license). Larry was the best teacher I could ever ask for. Genuinely warmhearted and understanding of ALL of my reservations and addressing each one. He was able to calm me down in multiple instances, he even allowed me to pull over at one point when he could sense I was overwhelmed. He picked routes based on areas he knew I'd have to drive around for work, helped me to practice expanding routes as I got more comfortable and always had lovely stories to tell as we went along! Got my license and now I'm able to drive around SF so... he's a miracle worker. read more

It amazes me how expensive it is to do driving school, but if you're going to get your license before you're 18, this is the place! They have the online program to do your permit, and can provide all the behind the wheel training you need. read more

I was quite happy with the lesson I received and was expecting that to continue as I had paid for three. For some reason the driving instructor did not show up for my appointment which was confirmed the day before and despite multiple messages left for someone to contact me, no one is answering the phones and no one is returning my calls. What's up with that? I have a suspicion this is COVID related and if one has to temporarily suspend their services due to a COVID infection, I am OK with that. What I am not OK with is a business abruptly stopping services I (and others) have paid for with no notification, no explanation left on voicemail message or sign on the door. Extremely unprofessional. I can't even go elsewhere because they have my money. Pretty lame. read more

I am a first time driver and wanted to go somewhere that would have the patience and ability to work with my schedule as I do work full time. I was recommended to go to this school by a co-worker when I expressed an interest in learning how to drive before the rainy season really kicked into gear. The staff here were amazing and professional. Each lesson I gained confidence in how to drive and feel pretty comfortable behind the wheel. I may go back a couple more time until I am a great driver, but I wouldn't take my money to any other school. read more

As an adult learner I was apprehensive about getting behind the wheel. Everyone from Bob, the owner and my instructor, to April and Felicia, the lovely and efficient ladies manning the desk, went above and beyond to make me feel comfortable and confident by the time I had to take the test. Bob had great tipsafety 'hacks' pertaining to various aspects of driving - I know they will guide me every time I get behind the wheel. April and Felicia were very accommodating of my crazy work schedule and made sure I got the lessons I needed to pass the drive test. If you - or your teen - need a wonderful experience learning how to drive, and drive well, Eureka Driving School is the place to go. I am one happy - and grateful - alumnus. Thank you very much! read more

Very disappointed and annoyed. I went this route for drivers training for my young adult because I don't make a good driving instructor due to vehicle trauma so I chose to pay someone else to do it. Come to find out the almost $100 cost is for the info offered in the booklet for free at the DMV and the behind the wheel part for $300 consists of 3 lessons spaced almost 3 months apart. I was thinking that due to the cost it was going to completely prepare my student to drive. Nope, someone else needs to provide 40 hours of training so I am not sure what we are actually gaining. I do know what we lost $400. In addition, the driving instructor preaches to the student non-stop while driving and asks very invasive questions. Guess she needs the lord to do that kind of work. read more