Tom is outstanding, his "Fear of Driving" course really helped my daughter overcome a lot of her…read moreanxiety in just three sessions. I rode along a couple of times, his techniques are impressive. Worth every penny! Thanks Tom!

Tom is patient and kind and put my very nervous 20-year-old new driver at ease. He accidentally…read moremissed our first appointment and was genuinely apologetic, giving us a session for free as recompense. I can't recommend this approach enough; he doesn't have a rigid "curriculum" and he works with the individual to move forward as they're ready. Love Strategic!

My daughter was a new driver and completed her driving hours with Ryan. He was very patient and…read morekind with her. She learned how to drive safely and navigate difficult situations. After taking her driving test and passing the test the administrator mentioned she was one of the best drivers he has had come through. We attribute this to Ryan and his expertise! I highly recommend Badger driving school! Thanks again Ryan!

I was very glad that I chose this driving school for my daughter. The instructor was patient and…read morevery informative. He taught her things that I had not even thought of telling her. He covered every aspect of safety and smart driving. As a result of the classes and driving instruction, I feel very comfortable sending my daughter on the road. Not only because she knows how to follow all of the rules of the road but she knows how to navigate the road defensively so that she can protect herself from potential unsafe drivers out there. I will forever be grateful for how he prepared her.

I sent my daughter here for the written test classroom prep and driving package. They were very…read morethorough and prepped her well for the test. When circumstances caused us to not turn in our voucher in time, they were very accommodating in helping us get a new test voucher, saving us a ton of time at the DMV. During the driving lessons, they have been patience and again explained everything in detail. We're very happy with Excel!

I called to schedule an appointment for my Spanish speaking husband to take the written exam . I…read morewas told it would be easier for him to go to DMV . I asked " why would you offer a service but then send people to the DMV" he responds " it's easier and you are still going to end up going there anyways . It's cheaper " I didn't ask about the price . I obviously called this company for the convenience . Why even run and business and offer Spanish speaking services if you are going to direct me where YOU think I should go .

We enrolled our granddaughter for the winter driving class. Watch the videos on the Internet and…read morethe experience was nothing like that at all. There was no "slick track" they watered down some asphalt and let them slide a little bit, but there was no real simulation of driving on ice or snow. Extremely disappointed! Do not recommend them at all.

This company exceeds in teaching their students about how to be a safe driver. But, as someone who…read moreis on the spectrum that needs structure; Master Drive falls short in that field. Having to schedule driving lessons with them is an ABSOLUTE PAIN because their lessons are MONTHS OUT and at odd times, which is an absolute inconvenience. Just to add more salt to the wound, they expect you to pay for three driving lessons for their standard package which does not help you with their driver's test in anyway. Oh? Do you want better results behind the wheel with our premium package? TOO BAD! It costs 1,000 dollars. I wish they could give you more time behind their wheel because driving in an unfamiliar car where you don't know how the car handles isn't a fun experience. And don't get me started with the cars! The floorboards are caked with dirt, the seats inside of the cars are worse for wear, and I've gotten a comment from my teenage brother who's also a student at Master Drive that the Kia Soul that he drived smelled like sweat. The cars that they expect the students to drive don't handle very well especially with the breaks being very spongy. As a driving school that pride's itself for safety, you'd expect them to maintain their cars. NOPE! Their cars are terribly maintained. Take your business somewhere else unless if your okay with a being handed a booklet and a pat on a back that says " We're not going to teach you. You should do our job for us " because this school does not engage with you in anyway with their instructors. Yes, parental guidance is important for driving. But, the instructor needs to also be in the picture creating a personalized plan for their student. Which Master Drive does not with only three lessons in their standard package. Driving students need more time to drive with instructors that want to help their students and be supportive to help them become a safe driver. Protect your pockets people! Find another driver's school or teach your student yourself!

This review is ONLY for the 16950 W Colfax Ave #107A, Golden, CO 80401 location. I went to take my…read morescheduled driving test at this location. Sat in the lobby waiting for my appointment to come up. In walks the instructor "Thomas" with a younger kid who was the appointment before me, he walked in with a smile and said to the kids mother "He failed, would you like me to tell you why? Then listed off 10+ reasons such as being 1mph over the speed limit and not stopping long enough at a stop sign. I knew I was in for it at that point. We got into my vehicle and I told him I had to start it via interlock device first...then he marked his clipboard. Told me to make a left turn, id signal to make a left turn then get criticized about my speed, hand position on the wheel, etc. Id even say "okay" to agree and then get told not to speak at all during the test. Then we drove through a school zone, no flashing yellow light was on or blinking and there wasn't a person in sight so I followed the speed limit sign 30mph and then he told me "well that law violation will cost you the test" and then I said there was no blinking yellow light indicating to slow down to 20mph and he rose his voice and we began to argue. I told him he was very unprofessional and I would like to conclude the test now and I drove back to the golden location. Then he says would you like me to tell you why you failed the test? I said you probably wouldn't care to hear my response back to you and he exited the vehicle. So I payed another $80 and made an appointment at the Lakewood location 2 days later. My instructor this time was the lead supervisor. He was great. We talked as we drove, I followed his commands just fine and followed all instructions, and didn't get yelled at or criticized the entire time. We got back to the Lakewood location and he told me I passed with a "7". And I got my license the same day. Community Driving School is great, wonderful alternative to the DMV for testing! THOMAS you should consider working at the license bureau printing license plates. If you're trying to get your license AVOID the golden location at all costs. Instead go to any other of the community driving school locations. Thomas - no stars Lead supervisor - 5/5

I had my drive test today and I was very nervous but, Thomas was great he explained everything…read moreabout the test and eased my nerves. Thank you Thomas I definitely will recommend you and will be bringing my daughter very soon!!!

Like the other reviews have stated - it's impossible to ever book lessons in a reasonable location…read moreat a reasonable time. Slots are booked up months and weeks in advance, and once I finish this set of lessons I will not be finishing up the lessons I need to get my license here. The instructor I had was not bad, and neither have the people I have interacted with at the company. However the fact this company make it ridiculously difficult to book lessons and needing to wait weeks/months per lesson negates anything else.

When I first made the drivers appointment, they tried pressuring me into talking classes. Then the…read moreinstructor later informed me, I automatically failed on a round about where I had ample amount of time to make and was stopped for no reason, then during a right turn with again enough time the instructor pulled hard on the wheel pulling me into both lanes. I strongly don't recommend rude unprofessional and condescending behavior towards paying customers. I low-key feel like if you don't purchase their extra classes they fail you , just so you feel like you have too.

I came to Western Slope Driving Institute's Denver Central location for my road test today. I have…read morea diagnosed anxiety disorder for which I take prescription medication. When the tester Brittany determined I was too nervous to proceed, instead of handling the situation with any professionalism or compassion, what followed was completely unacceptable. After I stepped away -- clearly distressed, having just spent $95 I could not afford -- I went back inside to ask a simple question. Brittany inserted herself into a conversation I was not having with her, then called me RUDE in front of a waiting room full of people. When I responded that she had given me an anxiety attack, she told me "why don't you NOT come back." Her comment was clearly designed to provoke a reaction from me -- and when I responded, it allowed her to paint me as the "angry Black woman." She created that moment. I didn't. I am a Black woman. She is a white woman. I was visibly upset and vulnerable. She chose to publicly humiliate me anyway. I have severe anxiety. I just funded a solo cross-country move. I have a family member in the ICU. I have spent close to $2,000 trying to get my license. And this woman felt entitled to publicly shame me on one of the hardest days I've had in months. Brittany is not the owner. She does not get to tell customers not to come back. Her behavior was cruel, unprofessional, and discriminatory in tone and delivery. I will be filing a formal complaint with the business owner and the Colorado Civil Rights Division.

The whole experience was amazing. I walked in, without an appointment.Everyone, including the owner…read morewere working quickly and efficiently. The owner jumped in to help give driving tests.She climbed in my truck and proceeded to do the test. She was professional, but pleasant in her demeanor. This took away my nerves and it allowed me to concentrate on driving which helped in operating the vehicle safely. Highly recommended.

The two ladies at the front desk are extremely rude and have a horrible attitude towards their…read morecustomers, I was kept waiting for over an hour and a half and they let other people go ahead of me even though I had already paid before them , The lady I was assigned to have during my test was rude and gave driving instructions literally at the last second with no time to properly change lanes or make turns safely, as well as a foul odor which was either from the car or the proctor. I DO NOT RECOMMEND THIS PLACE YOU ARE WASTING YOUR MONEY HERE

such an amazing and quick place! the ladies here were super nice:) i was also skeptical of this…read moreplacing being a "scam", but just drive correctly and you'll be good-- passed on my first try here.