Long class as expected took both the 8hr and 4hr classes- moderators were well experienced, helpful…read moreand knowledgeable . They also made it interesting and informative to listen to them that long.

Don't use this driving school if you don't want to pay for lessons you'll never receive…read more I paid $950 for ten lessons and they only gave me three. They promised me my money back and never gave me my lessons or a refund back. I am disgusted at the way they treat our US service members. No one deserves to have their money stolen.

The office staff is knowledgeable and do a great job explaining how the process works. Highly…read morerecommended

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.

Called for weeks and never got a hold of anyone and left a bunch of voicemails. when i finally got…read morea hold of someone, they said they would call me back and haven't heard anything since. every time i drive by the location it's closed. I was ready to pay for lessons. completely unprofessiona

It's pretty good. They do a good job starting slow when a student never been driving before. But I…read morehad to call the school to make suggestions to do things needed that anyone does on the road. Like driving at night, use the interstate. They should do that during the end of the sessions someone pays for.

It was excellent. My granddaughter received the additional skills needed to drive with confidence…read more Ron was absolutely wonderful with her. 10/10

My daughter completed behind the wheel with Mr Volkman, he was so pleasant to work with and I loved…read morethe convenience of picking up from home/school. He was attentive and very responsive to any questions we had. 5 Star and Would recommend!

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

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 had always been scared, uncomfortable, and therefore uneducated when it came to firearms. After a…read morepretty heated debate with my hubby about how to handle a firearm in regards to an intruder in our home (if the situation should arise), I decided I should really get some training and education on them. I'd never shot a gun or even really handled one. As a military spouse, there are firearms in my home and I had put off training for far too long. A friend recommended this course after I explained to her the argument I had with the Hubs. I was super nervous when I got there, but I looked around the room and saw women who were there just as I was, who wanted to learn more about firearms and instantly felt a bit of relief because I felt as though we were doing a good responsible thing by taking this course. Throughout the class I really felt as if I were in good capable hands. Lt. Tynan and his wife were awesome. During the break we were invited to see some of the Lt.'s accolades and got a glimpse of his military and law enforcement experience, giving me even more confidence and security in the fact that I was getting some quality training. I was surprised by how much I didn't know. In the course I learned about gun safety, gun laws, firearms terminology and gained the confidence I need to feel secure in handling guns. I felt so comfy with the knowledge and training I received that I amazed myself at the range. I shot with 3 different firearms and really got a feel for what kind of gun I'm comfortable handling. I enjoyed the personal stories Lt. Tynan, his wife, and my fellow course mates shared as well as the encouragement we provided for each other. My husband is extremely proud of me for conquering my fear and pretty impressed with my aiming - as demonstrated by my target. I'm definitely going again and bringing some girlfriends.