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4689 West Chester Pike, Newtown Square, PA 19073, United States

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Barbara Edwards

Loved the ease of setting up appointments online and being able to select same instructor for each lesson. My son loved Greg and felt comfortable driving with him. Really loved getting a report after each lesson so we knew what he was doing well and what he needed to work on. Highly recommend. This was our 2nd child using them. Loved how they would pick them up from school or a practice and drive them around and would drive back to the house or even to practice.. made my life easier!

Meghann Fenicle

We had a great experience at DDA! We felt my daughter needed just a little bit of help to feel comfortable testing and ended up scheduling one two hour lesson with testing done at the end of it. Ben was her instructor and was incredibly kind, encouraging and professional. He made my daughter feel comfortable and prepared to take her driving test. Would and will highly recommend DDA!

Wendy Markind

The instructor, Denise, totally prepared my daughter for her drivers test. Denise was an absolutely top notch instructor! Joe administered the test and was great as well. They seemed to emanate a sense of calmness and confidence, which few that were testing while I was waiting seemed to need. I can't say enough great things about Defensive Driving Academy! Definitely worth having lesson(s) there and having your child take the test with them! Thank you DDA!

Lyda Hong

My son started off with Philip Caponi. Excellent instructor and very personable. He would take the time after every lesson to discuss how the session went. A lot of positive reinforcement and he knew what he was doing. For his last session and the test itself, he had Jeff. Just as excellent. My son passed his test first time taking it. Top notch people. We used them for our daughter a few years back and don’t regret hiring them again!!

Lisa Clements

We had such an amazing experience with Defensive Driving!!! My son had (2) two hour sessions and then (1) hour session before taking his test. We worked with 2 different instructors; Terry and Phil. They were on time, friendly and did a fantastic job at working with my son. I highly recommend this company to anyone that is looking for some professional driving lessons!

Ines Strine

We can't say enough good things about the Defensive Driving Academy in Newtown Square. We had such a great experience and we loved getting a report card after each lesson. Heath was a top notch instructor. He was very professional, kind and very insightful. All the other instructors were fantastic as well especially Dennis and Mark. We would highly recommend Defensive Driving Academy.

Caroline Baker

Such a wonderful experience at Defensive Driving in Newtown Square. Both my 17 year twin girls took some lessons and their test in Newtown Square. The staff are very patient and great with teen drivers. They reviewed lots of helpful safety tips and also did a wonderful break down of what to expect in the test. It really helped alleviate any nervousness they had. Would highly recommend!

J R

We had a great experience with Defensive Drive and Jim (instructor)! My daughter was SO anxious, and had a few unsuccessful attempts on her driving test. One lesson with Jim cured that~ he made her feel calm and confident and she passed the test with flying colors! Thank you, Defensive Driving! We will come back when our second child starts driving later this year!

Dean Patro

Very nice and instructive academy. They really help you out learning new tips on safety with vehicles and even the test itself. Overall extremely pleased that I went through them for my license. Special shout to Sean which taught the most on my 3rd lesson in!

Melissa Krissinger

I can't say enough good things about the Defensive Driving Academy in Newtown Square! All three of our daughters have taken the 6 hours of behind the wheel lessons and also took their tests with a defensive driving instructor and each of them had a very positive experience. Our youngest just passed her license test yesterday and she had both Joyce and Terry as instructors for her lessons. Both of them put her at ease right away, gave her all kinds of tips and tricks for lane changes, merges, parallel parking etc, and overall, made the driving lessons fun! She felt confident and ready to take her test when the time came! Thank you Defensive Driving Academy!

Mike A

Defensive Driving Academy was great!! Phil was our daughter’s instructor each class, we highly recommend him!! He was very informative and made our daughter feel very comfortable driving out there, even on the highways!! Awesome to get her test done at the facility, and not have to deal with the dmv ourselves!!

Pedro D'Andrea

Excellent experience!! All instructors I met (Dino, John) were very professional as well as extremely polite. I STRONGLY recommend all of them. I had an issue with data input at the system and they put lot of effort and patiente to overcome it (Liza as well!). I have no enough words to describe their amazing support. Thanks!!!

John Wren

This is the third time we used DDA and have been very satisfied with the experience. The entire team is very courteous and professional. We really appreciate the emphasis on driving safety for new drivers and the attention to detail. Our instructor Heath Harris was very knowledgeable and very effective at correcting the bad driving habits taught by parent drivers. I would highly recommend DDA for all young new drivers.

Kurt Ricarde

Just passed my driving test here! The instructor during the test was really nice and understanding. He was very considerate and patient when I had some trouble interpreting English instructions since its not my native language. They even let me practice parking minutes before I took the test. Highly recommended!

Mary Fulton

My daughter did an express parallel parking lesson as well as her test at the Exton Auto Lenders location. The testing location was easy to find once we arrived at Auto lenders. She had Greg and Sal as instructors, and Sal did her test. Both gentlemen were very friendly and helped ease her anxiousness for her test. Her test went smoothly and she passed on her first try! I would highly recommend using DDA for lessons and testing. Their process for setting up lessons and testing is very easy and their prices are very reasonable.

Missy O'Malley

This was a great experience for my daughter. We just needed something that helped her with her last couple skills. It made taking the test anxiety free and she feels confident on the road and ready to be an independent driver. We are so thankful!

Kim Ruff

My daughter had 3 different instructors and each were positive, kind, and professional. They pointed out the good and bad, giving her tips on areas of improvement. They also took the headache out of teaching parallel parking because using their technique, she aced it in a single lesson! Nothing but great things to say about DDA - worth every cent!

Carina V

DDA provided an excellent experience. My instructor, Joyce, gave great pointers to improve my driving, diagramming tips for me because she knew I learn visually, and created a comfortable environment behind the wheel -- she's lovely to talk with. I'd recommend DDA for its effectiveness and emphasis on driving defensively. Also, taking the test with them was definitely a plus.

Sasha Getz

I love Denise!! I only had about 5 lessons, the most being with Denise and I was already ready to take my test (I passed). She not only gave me helpful tips but she also carried fun conversations and was a great driving buddy. I couldn’t recommend her and DDA enough.

Christopher Dormer

High quality sessions. Great instructors. Easy and convenient online scheduling. Great feedback for parents to help improve skills. The fact that they are certified to administer the license test is a huge bonus!

Pamela Rowland

Overall, very good experience! My son had a difficult schedule to accommodate & John was very helpful. Good instruction & very convenient to take the driving exam w/DDA. This is my 3rd driver going through their program- definitely recommend.

D R

I can’t say enough about Defensive Driving Academy and my daughter Nicole’s instructor, Heath! He was perfect for her, made her comfortable and confident during the lessons and ready for her test! And every question I emailed to the office was answered immediately. Thank you all so much!

Stephen Thomson

I had a great experience Defensive Driving. The instructors are all great and really teach you things you need to know on the road. I would suggest Mike McMenamin, he was an awesome instructor and I felt like I was always learning something in the car with him

Barb Messaros

We have used DDA for all 3 of our sons. Completely different driving styles and the instructors adjusted based on their style. One more aggressive and overly confident and one very anxious. Mark Hogan was awesome! My son felt confident and completely comfortable with Mark. He was very calm and only stepped in as truly needed building his confidence with each session. As a parent of a child who totaled a car (prior to DDA lessons) this extra training was worth every penny. 14 years later not a single issue thanks to DDA!

Alison Troy

Defensive Driving Academy has done a wonderful job preparing our children for their driving test. Their staff is friendly and so easy to work with! We are thrilled with our results!

Raven Amaro

My experience here was fine but not totally stellar. I think some people will have no problem with this place and find it great. I would somewhat recommend it to anybody who is more outgoing and is already somewhat confident with driving. If you are kind of shy like me you may not be super into it. Also what I signed up for was the 4 lesson teen package with driving test on the 4th lesson. Positives: -I passed my test. If you are looking for a place that will go kinda easy on you when you take the test... do it here -Driving instructors always showed up on time -I learned how to merge on a highway :) Negatives: -The model of the car sometimes changed between sessions so when I would get asked how to do stuff I wouldn't know how sometimes because the car was a different model. -There were a lot of things listed on the report card that I wasn't really taught, especially some of the safety things. I was hoping to learn more of the safety things but I feel like all of my instructors except one didn't really go into that. -I was told there was a foolproof system for learning how to parallel park. Which there was! but it relies specifically on the cones they use during the test. So it works well during the test (cool) but I still don't actually know how to parallel park between two cars. Things to consider (mostly things I didn't enjoy but you might be fine with it) -All the instructors I had were kind of chatty. This is totally fine but just to consider if you are kind of shy like me and not good at talking to people and also driving at the same time (but also are too awkward to be like "can we be quiet") -One of the instructors was lowkey (and by lowkey I actually mean he just was) sharing his opinions about covid and discrimination (or in the instructors belief lack of discrimination) in police stops and it was awkward. Whether or not the student agrees or disagrees those are both quite political issues that many people have strong opinions on and I feel like it does not need to be brought up during a driving lesson. I did not explicitly bring up or ask about his opinion on either of those topics he just got into the realm of hot button issues himself and then I was trying to focus on driving and also be like um how do I respond to this. Also same instructor said my mom was a "cutie" which was kinda weird. Like bro how do I respond to that. Also another separate instructor said the "R" word (not to me about some random dude outside) which some people may not have a problem with but some other people are rightfully very sensitive to that as it is becoming more and more recognized as derogatory and not to be said. So I did not like that. Basically I just think some of the instructors could have watched what they said better and it made me kinda uncomfortable. (also hopefully it is fine that I said this, I purposely didnt say the instructors names because I dont want to be seen as trying to get people in trouble with their jobs, I just hope they recognize they maybe should change their behavior and I hope students who are sensitive to this stuff know before signing up.) -If I'm being honest I feel like the test was maybe TOO easy. I seriously didn't do very good and still passed.

Heather Radano

Love all the driving instructors - the right balance of teaching, being calm, and enjoyable! All 3 of my kids got their license through DDA and I recommend it to everyone.

Michelle Donlan

This is my 3rd and final child to go through the Defensive Driving Program. They were great! Heath was our instructor this time around and he was awesome! Highly recommend!

Jessica Ware

I’m very nervous about driving, as an adult trying to drive I’d highly recommend Michael!! He really good at what he does by the end of my first lessons I definitely felt more comfortable and confident about driving in general! If I could give him 10 stars I would! 😊 …

stefanie heron birl

amazing program for all three of my sons. Teri McGonigle is superior at teaching your kids to drive and what to look for. Jim spear is also terrific! Office staff is friendly and helpful. I recommend DDA to all my friends who need a driving program!

Team Thinakaran

I moved to Exton from Australia. I took 2 lessons with DDA. one adult lesson with Denise and one adult lesson with Rob and subsequently with test. The instructors we soft and curteous in their instructions. The car offered was good. I passed my driving exam and understood PA road rules with no issues. I highly recommend Defensive Driving Academy.

Tony Mercado

Just got my license with DDA. It was a great experience. My Instructor Terry was the best !!! She made me feel comfortable and safe and spoke to me as we've known each other for years (THANK YOU Terry for being so AWESOME !!!. I highly recommend DDA !!!

Gaby Heberling

I don’t think I would be able to have the confidence to drive without my time with Defensive Driving! Absolutely wonderful instructors that made driving so much less stressful than I had anticipated. I am so grateful for all their help!

marty herman

This is the second time we have used DDA and each time, every person we have come in contact with was extremely helpful, friendly and nice. I am very grateful that they are still in Exton and they are completely worth it!! The tips they taught my son's where very helppful as well. Thanks again and we will see you again with the 3rd driver coming up real soon!!

Beth Gaboriault

5 Stars! We went to the Exton location. Lisa D. was professional and made my son feel comfortable before taking his driving test. Couldn't have asked for a better experience. We will definitely return for our next two in the future. I just hope Lisa D. is still there. :) Thank you!

Michael Markowski

Sean did a great job with my son Lucas and has now guided all three of my kids to their driver's licenses. DDA program is great value for parents.

Bianca Robinson

First I want to say I did learn to drive at this school so they will teach you to drive but if i hadn't already prepaid for 4 lessons I would have went with someone else as it wasn't a right fit for me. I'm an adult learner who has always had anxiety about driving and this school wasn’t really helpful to me. I had three different instructors. The first one yelled at me to point that I started crying. The second was great and I would have schedule more if my work schedule allowed. The third was ok but a few times they seemed unattentive and impatient, also they refused to drive me to my job because this school doesn't drive in to Philadelphia for safety reasons and time constraints eventhough my job is near Old City area and 30 mins away so I wasted $80 as I had to cut my lesson short by an hour. Overall I would advise to pay for a consultation first as there are no refunds. I ended up getting my license at another location but as I said they did teach me to drive so it wasn’t a waste of money but I definitively ended up spending more than I otherwise would have.

Kate Shields

This is my 4th child to go through DDA for their lessons and testing. Highly recommend! And Joyce and Marybeth were fantastic with my son.

Mama Roberts

Highly recommend Defensive Driving Academy & their instructor Joyce. She was kind, caring & patient with our student driver.

Pierre Lucero

Terri is a terri-fic instructor! She has taught and guided my son and daughter in the proper driving techniques. She is patient, fun and knowledgeable!

Kym Liebler

After an unimpressive start with a driver's teacher who was older, not familiar with our neighborhood and took my daughter out in a few parking lots for less than an hour, we rebounded. John is great, very responsive, and Lucie had a good experience with Dennis as her driving teacher. They were patient and helpful and taught her what she needed to know better than I could have (or did). Thank you very much! Taking the driver's test there is icing on the cake. Thanks! I will recommend you to others for sure.

Andrea Tropeano

Four of my children have gone through the DDA program. We had an excellent experience from start to finish. The driving instructors are friendly. The driving test personnel are also extremely friendly. They make the kids feel at ease. I HIGHLY recommend them to anyone who is learning to drive.

TiSw

I got my license in December 2021 and my experience with DDA was great! Good pricing, easy to book online and most importantly all of the instructors I worked with were really nice and very patient. I took most of my lessons with Joyce and she was wonderful, she really helped me to understand how to navigate certain scenarios. I also took 1 lesson with Mike ( I believe that was his name) and he was really great too! I forgot both gentleman's names who gave me lessons before the test and the instructor who actually gave the test, but they were very nice and informative. They both made me feel comfortable about taking the test. I was super calm and confident because of them. I highly recommend DDA and do not wait to book, because they get booked up pretty quickly!!

allie brown

They gave me very helpful tips on parking, lane changing, and turning! They also made me feel comfortable and confident as a learning driver. Nathan was also really great! He got me ready for my test to a point where I was barely nervous! The other coaches are also really great and I’m glad my mom made me do lessons!

M 5

We had Terri, she was fantastic! My daughter enjoyed learning to drive with her, she was informative, compassionate, and very good at giving directions in a calm manner. My daughter gained confidence and learned great tips during each driving session. Highly recommend this driving school!!

Mark

If you are nervous about taking your driving test at your local DMV this is the best alternative. The coaches here are great. I had 6 hours of behind the wheel practice with Nathan who was a solid instructor. He taught me alot and safe driving techniques. On test day I practiced with Chris who taught me a very important parallel parking trick to get it right every time. He was also very calm and encouraging which helped me remain calm during the practice session. And finally I tested with Lisa who was a very nice lady and I still managed to learn something from her which is not to get too close to cars in front of me! Luckily I still passed. Overall great driving school. I would 100% recommend it!

anna lux

I took all my lessons with Mike M. He is super helpful and was a great teacher! I made a point to have him be my only driving instructor because he was so easy to learn from and was very patient and encouraging! The people at Newtown square are great to learn from and to test with.

Madelaine Saldivar

Had a great experience with DDA! All of the instructors were patient and informative. They were prompt and had a lot of flexibility for scheduling appointments- definitely recommend the plan that includes driving test- no long waits for slots at the DMV!

Tim Phillips

DDA was the best decision for my son. Their excellent instruction and ease of scheduling made the license process as stress free as possible! Would highly recommend (and already have) to anyone with young drivers.

Saúl Meza

Great experience taking my driver's test here. My instructor during the test, Terry, was always super nice and made me feel safe, confident and comfortable while driving. I definitely recommend this place if you're looking for reasonable prices and above all great service!

Sandy C

What a great organization! I'm so happy I sent my son for lessons. It was so easy and worth the money. I especially liked the ease of setting up the final lesson along with the driver's test. It's amazing that he was taught parallel parking a few minutes before the test and picked it up so quickly. I'm happy he learned DDA's technique. The test instructor, Terry, was wonderful! My son was nervous, but once Terry got in the car, she joked with him and put his mind at ease. She was so informative and has a great personality. I will definitely be sending my other children to DDA within the next year or so.

Jordan Daubenberger

The lesson with Jen was amazing and very comfortable. Jen gives you an overview of the car to make sure you know everything and reminds you of the common, but easily forgotten rules of driving. Then, will show you around the testing site! Here they are accommodating, friendly and efficient. I spent no time waiting, and was soon driving! Thank you!

Anton, Sarah, Aidan and Sophia Damiani

We would highly recommend Defensive Driving Academy for preparation and testing. Our son practiced and tested at the Newtown Square location. The instructors were knowledgeable, friendly, and great teachers. You could get your license at the DMV or you could get your license through DDA and actually enjoy the experience!

Joseph Siu

Our son took the 2 hour instruction/test package. Joyce was his instructor. She was so friendly and welcoming and really put him at ease - he was able to get some extra practice on parallel parking as well as simulated test conditions. This made the actual test pretty smooth and uneventful.

Catherina Chiang

My son Nathan was very anxious before starting defensive driving lessons with Michael McMenamin and he did a great job at calming him down and helped him gain confidence in addition to the necessary skills for defensive driving. Would definitely recommend this place and Michael is an amazing instructor.

CJ toretti torretti

Super important!!! Defensive Driving Academy works with individuals that have physical and/or learning disabilities and/or impairments, they also work very well with nervous testers. There is a information page on their website for registration so that the parent/student/driver can fill out. My son failed on his first attempt at the DMV. We then went looking for other alternatives that are certified by the state of PA, and that was due to my son having the issues that I have noted above and that is more of an atmosphere that is conducive and professional. Hence we found and went to Defensive Driving (DDA) for my son's driver road test. They DDA are absolutely fantastic and calming. The entire staff is just phenomenal from beginning of the process to end of the process. Many thanks to Examiner Joyce for your upmost professionalism, calming nature, and feedback that you provided us. Defensive Driving Academy is the ONLY way to go!!!!!! Thank you Defensive Driving Academy staff of Newtown Square, PA. The Torretti's

Michele H

I just want to say thank you to everybody who instructed my daughter in her driving lessons. Every one of her instructors were very professional and fun to drive with. Every time my daughter had a lesson, she was very nervous, and the instructor made her comfortable and eager to learn. In 3 years I will be using Defensive Driving Academy again for my son. Thank you again.

Joseph Kennedy

All of the staff are great! The instructors are the best! We had an excellent experience.

Eve Hill

We had a great experience with Defensive Driving Academy. The instructors were friendly and put my daughter at ease. They gave helpful tips and let us know which techniques she needed to work on after each lesson. She was able to pass her driver's test on the first try, and said she felt more confident about her driving ability after her experience here.

Ryem

We have used DDA twice so far, with both a confident and non-confident new driver and they were great in both situations. The instructors are great at what they do and have so much patience with the kids. We will be calling them again when the 3rd kid is ready to learn to drive!

David Tierney

Great experience for my son. The instructors were excellent- very professional and knowledgeable! They were extremely nice and seemed to know how to work with kids. My son learned so much for the on road sessions that he had no trouble passing his license test and is more confident in his driving skills. I can not recommend Defensive Driving enough!

Julia Robinson

My son just had his first driving lesson. Mike Fiocca was very professional and my son had nothing but great things to say about him. After his first lesson he drove to work the same day and I was not nervous to be driving in the car with him and was very impressed with his driving skills after only one lesson.

Kim Heins

Highly recommend Defensive Driving Academy. My daughter was extremely nervous about learning how to drive. Instructor's were patient, kind and had great positive upbeat attitude. Taking the driving test was very convenient.

Susan

DDA was worth every penny! Rick O. is a great instructor & got my son to where he needed to be so he easily passed his driver's test.

Chrissie Cangemi

We had a great experience with Defensive Driving. This was my second experience with a teen driving and Defensive Driving and once again they were great. My son had an absolutely great experience with Philip Caponi. He learned so much in his sort time with Mr. Caponi during his highway lesson. He also had stellar experiences with Mike Bongiorno and Dino Bellino. Dino was patient and helpful. I would highly recommend.

Bonnie Stritzinger

Coach Jenn is a wonderful instructor. She's professional, courteous, and cares about each student's success! I would recommend DDA to everyone who's ready to learn to drive!

H B

Excellent service. Great instructors and positive and encouraging environment to make this important test less stressful and more educational. Highly recommended.

Kelly Megill

I have shared our wonderful experience using DDA with many people. Their new driver packages are a must have for your permitted driver!

Scot Silver

Sean and the Defensive driving co. were fantastic! We highly recommend him and them soup to nuts. Thanks. The savings on insurance didn't hurt either.

Naima Boudreaux

I recently got my license. I got 6 hour worth of driving course with my Maurice (Moe). He was amazing teacher. Very patience, and supportive. He would definitely be the teacher I would suggest everyone else to get! I had put off on getting my driving license due to communication access as a Deaf person and Maurice was able to work with me being able to use gesture, white board and being very patience. It was a bonus when the exam came I had a examiner, Terry who knew some signs that made the exam easier to take since she was able to sign! I'll definitely refer my friends and family to go there! Thank you for being able to have me build my confident in getting my license and now I am licensed driver because of the awesome people I had with defensive driving academy!

Tanuj Sajwan

I had great experience with Defensive Driving Academy and highly recommend John and his friend. Both are highly professional and helpful :)

Carol Sargeant

Our daughter had a very positive experience learning to drive with Defensive Driving Academy. Initially she was nervous abut getting behind the wheel, but instructor Dennis (who is AWESOME) was incredibly encouraging and gave her wonderful pointers and lots of practice. We highly recommend this driving school. The office staff was also very helpful when I needed to reach them by phone with a few questions. I'm very glad we chose DDA for our daughter.

Kayla Lacy

10/10 highly recommend the DDA. As a new driver I felt much more at ease with an experienced, sharp eyed instructor by my side guiding me and giving me tips along the way. All the staff I met were friendly but I especially liked my coach, Michael F. He was patient and encouraging, and he always kept his cool even when I messed up or he had to repeat himself. I was able to request him for every lesson which was nice because he knew my strengths and weaknesses and what I needed work on the most. As he taught he explained everything in detail and in a way that will stick with me, and he was able to answer all my questions and provide a solution to every scenario I asked him about. He went above and beyond to make sure I was as prepared as possible for test day, and I feel much more confident to hit the road safely after being taught by a professional like him.

Thomas McDonald

My daughter had four lessons with Terry and she outlined many strategies to help improve my daughter's awareness, parking, merging and lane changing. Terry was always enthusiastic and had a positive attitude - she really made my daughter feel at ease. Terry's patience really aided my very novice daughter, and helped her rapidly progress as a driver. We also really liked that the road test was given through the program.

Emma Rose

I wish I could give this place 1,000,000,000/5 stars! They are absolutely amazing. Phil is wonderful and provides humor and a very relaxed environment when giving lessons. Their method on how to parallel park is extremely effective. The whole organization is filled with genuine people who truly do care about their students. I would recommend this place a thousand times over. They are simply the best!

Ashish Sharma

I had a great experience with DDA. My coach Jason was amazing and helped me with parallel parking

Nakia Henderson

Excellent communication, patience, and friendly. We were able to have my son practice on the site parallel parking, which was very helpful. The gentleman in the photo (I can't remember his name) was kind enough to print out an essential document needed for the test. My son said he felt very comfortable, and the tester even talked a little about sports, which helped him relax. Thank again for a great experience.

mike farina

Professional, kind and straight to the point. Are words id use to describe everyone who works at DDA! I recommend anyone to this fine establishment.

Maggie Schwerdtfeger

Defensive driving taught me a lot of great tips while on the road. They helped improve my driving ability and boost my confidence. I would definitely recommend defensive driving to any new driver. It is a great program with amazing people. I had nothing but positive experiences while with DDA!

Gary Kotzen

Terrific experience for both my children. The instructors are professional and informative. Both of my new drivers received terrific coaching and the instructors were calm and pleasant. I recommend these folks for young/new drivers.

Cathy B

DDA is the best! Used for all my kids and they are so reliable, detailed and provide great feedback to the student driver. Very reasonable for the value. It is so convenient to have the driving test set up and all taken care of. Would highly recommend. Sean H is the best!! thank you!!

Annie Hill

Came to DDA after a recommendation from friends. My daughter had failed her previous test in the parallel parking portion. We opted for a two hour lesson prior to testing and Mike was wonderful reassuring her they would help her with her parallel parking skills. Mo administered the test and was calm and friendly. Both employees made her feel at ease and she passed on Christmas Eve! Thank you DDA for a great experience and early Christmas gift of driving solo!

Diane Quinn

All of the instructors were patient and knowledgeable. They really helped boost our new drivers confidence. We will definitely be using them again for our other 2.

Barbara Zelonka

Mike McMenamin was the best instructor, he was patient and calm. He gave my daughter a lot of confidence in her driving. Couldn't ask for a better instructor. The convenience of testing at their facility was easy to schedule. No wait time like the state testing facility. It was well worth the expense. Plan ahead to schedule your lessons as they fill up quick.

Laura Wurzer

We could not be any happier with our experience with the Defensive Driving Academy. Our instructor Dawud was fantastic and really prepared our son for his test. The people at this business are so pleasant to deal with and very responsive. We will be using them for our next son and recommend others do the same. Thanks so much!

Alena Klara

I had a great experience at DDA all thanks to my instructors Laura D and Moe, both of them made me feel very comfortable behind the wheel and that's coming from someone who gets a lot of anxiety being around people. Not only did they show me the tools for safe driving but they also made me very confident in myself and what I was capable of. I would 100% recommend this service to everyone especially with these two wonderful instructors.

Amy Nolan

We had an amazing experience with defensive driving! My daughter’s instructor Mike McMenamin did an amazing job. She felt fully prepared to take the test and was in a good mindset. She passed and it was very helpful to have had 6 hours of lessons with experienced driving instructors.

April Donnelly

100% would highly recommend any parent with a new driver to come here. Lisa's lessons really helped my child succeed at their driving test. Her patience and knowledge was beyond appreciated! John made my child feel so confident and comfortable during their driving test also! The anxiety that comes along with being a parent of new driver was eased by them and the company. So happy with the overall experience!

Li Yuan Li

I had three lessons with Joyce M., she offered me a lot of valuable advice and she's very patient the whole time, which helped a lot for somebody like me, who's normally anxious behind the wheel. She calmed me down every time I'm driving with her and all three lessons went very well. I took the test also with Defensive Driving Academy and it was smooth and pleasant, highly recommend it.

Georgie Dean

My son had a great driving experience with Sean Hickey. He was very patient and knowledgeable. He had great tips to make driving a lot easier. On the day of his test, the whole team was welcoming and made you feel at ease. I highly recommend Defensive Driving Academy.

Marisa Bruder

All of the instructors and examiner, were patient, kind, and incredibly helpful. I would 100% recommend Defensive Driving Academy in Newtown Square to teach your child how to drive safely!!

Kyra Durso

I had the pleasure of doing a Prep Test earlier this morning with Mike McMenamin. He was extremely respectable while giving me tips and overall, set me up for gratifying success when I took the actual driving test. I got my license on the first try and I couldn't be happier! I highly recommend DDA (Newtown Square personally)! Thank you so much :)

Cooper Quick

I had a really great time at this school. All the driving instructors helped me practice and learn how to drive and learn the rules of the road, learn how to not stress behind the wheel. My final instructor Jim was very helpful with teaching me to parallel park and helping me practice how to drive.

January McKee

Highly recommend Defensive Driving Academy. Maurice was a great coach and instructor. He kept me engage, is patient, taught me good techniques, and gives some very sound advise. I would not hesitate to send my daughter (when she gets time) to this academy and learn from Maurice.

Sarah Tachau

Defensive Driving is 100% worth the price. I had Maurice as my instructor and felt completely prepared for my test, and I passed with a perfect score. The instructors teach you necessary skills for safe driving, I’d recommend for new or slightly experienced drivers.

Nicholas Ciocca

My experience at the Defensive Driving Academy was second to none. Everyone was very helpful and easy to talk to throughout my lessons. I had Maurice (Moe) on the day of my license test and he was extremely helpful in the whole process. He not only gave clear instructions for the test but helped mentally going into the test. Thanks A Lot!!

Tara Brown

Our instructor was extremely positive and knowledgable. My daughter felt immediately at ease as she went off for her lesson. The test instructor was also extremely friendly. My daughter's first comment to me was how nice both individuals were to her. Recommend DDA to any new driver!

Arlin Wilson

Great experience across the board with DDA! All the instructors were awesome and really helped my son become a strong driver. Professional, friendly and knowledgeable. Would recommend any parent with a teen driver use DDA.

Jordan Harlon

I would recommend this place to everyone. I waited to get my license till my 20’s because of driving anxiety and some physical challenges that make driving more difficult. Everyone here was so patient and calm I would not have been able to pass my test if it wasn’t for the great coaches particularly Ashley, and Greg. They were so nice and helpful (especially on test day to calm my nerves) My only slight criticism is that I wish there was more communication between the different coaches between lessons. Other than that I am so happy I went with DDA. Definitely worth the money especially if you have anxiety around driving.

Connie Kim

The instructors were friendly, knowledgeable and professional. They put my daughter at ease and gave her the confidence needed to pass her test. Thanks DDA for such a positive experience. I have another teenager coming your way in a couple of years!

Destiny Marie

I have nothing but good things to say about DDA! Dino made me feel so comfortable and ready for the test. He used words like “when you pass” instead of “if you pass” which made me feel so confident and ready. My driving test examiner was so calm and so reassuring and even provided some helpful tips. I will be recommending DDA to everyone!!!

KINGOWOOD44

So much better than the DMV to take your drivers test. Both my son's took a 2 hour lesson and then test, both passed easily. 3 years apart but service was great both times. I have recommended to many people over the years. Maybe my grandkids will got here someday??

Kristin Haines

The Defensive Driving Academy has a great staff of instructors. They were competent and professional. Their online scheduling made the whole experience efficient and easy! Thanks!

jocelyn kim

I had 6 hours of behind the wheels practices and both of my coaches were awesome! Coach Terry has helped me improve lane switching and helped me relax on the highways and off the highways. Coach Dino has taught me the easiest way to parallel park and gently guide you through each procedure of the test. He made me feel a lot better by reassuring me every time that I was doing it right. Both have taught me to drive safely and make me relaxed but alert on the roads. They’re the best!

Deemy

Awesome awesome driving school. Would highly recommend. Sandra Heath is one of the best teachers. She taught me things that I can see myself using in my everyday life (driving wise). I got my license about a month after practicing with her.

Jeane R

Best decision we made for our son, even after he'd driven with us for five months & he was doing super. Still, we felt it was advantageous to have other adults to get their professional perspective, tips & advice on his readiness. We used his six month on a permit to do the 4 lesson course… WORTH EVERY DOLLAR! It gave our son confidence, which is a huge part of defensive driving. Thank you to the team at DDA. You have an excellent program.

Michael Ridpath

Signed our son up for a rather affordable driving package that contained 6 hours of driving instruction and included driver's test prep and the actual test. He came away with tons of driving knowledge and passed his test first try. The Defensive Driving Academy did a great job, had an app that made the process easy and issued a certificate that got us a break on our auto insurance. Highly recommend Defensive Driving Academy.!

Jennifer Drap

Defensive Driving Academy did a wonderful job preparing my son for his driver's test. Each of the instructors that we dealt with were very professional and provided my son with the tools to be a better driver on the highway and country roads. It was a very positive experience and I loved that they did report cards after each driving session so that we could see what areas to focus on in order to be successful.

Carla Welsh

If I could give 10 stars, I would! For my teen driver, we chose to do the 4 lessons with the Driver's Test at the end of the last lesson. Everyone there is super nice and friendly, easy to talk to, encouraging, knowledgable, and professional, which is especially helpful as you learn to drive (which can be a nerve-wracking experience for new teen drivers). Would DEFINITELY recommend!!!

Alexandra Camur

Great and smooth experience. My instructor Moe was very patient and knowledgeable. Definitely recommend this driving school!

Joanie “RISTANATOR” Pagano

My daughter had a great experience with DDA, her instructor was Joyce who made her feel comfortable from the start and was very nice and very calm during the lessons. She taught my daughter a lot and we loved that they offered the drivers test at the end of the last lesson 💯 …

John Beltrante

We have 5 kids who all play multiple sports. Trying to get available times for my oldest who had football most of the summer was difficult. Stu worked with our crazy schedule and got Bryce his 6 hours of road experience and also got the test done without any issues. The training was great, the feedback helped me to know what he needed more work on and the whole experience was excellent. We have a 15 year old and she will be doing this next year.

Laurie McLean

Wonderful experience for my son. They filled in all the technical information - including a formula for parallel parking - that helped him master it in one lesson and then pass his driver's test that same day. Would highly recommend. Every person with whom I interacted was friendly and professional.

Heather Bittenbender

We have had two successful experiences with Defensive Driving Academy and appreciate their professionalism and attentive instruction of our new drivers. Joyce was terrific this summer and put our new driver at ease and really focused on their specific needs. Thanks for your good humor with my scheduling challenges! :-)

Ciera McKinney

Defensive Driving Academy were very professional and polite. Greg was my instructor both times and he took the time to ensure that I would pass on my first try. John, my Test Administrator gave me a couple of gems that I will implement. He was also kind. I highly suggest using Defensive Driving Academy for your driver's license needs.

Susan Smith

My son had an excellent experience with DDA! His instructor, Maurice, was terrific- personable and encouraging and definitely made it a less stressful situation for everyone! (You should request Maurice if you can!) The whole process from registration to the day of the driving test was terrific- everything was well-organized and simplified as much as possible. I definitely recommend DDA!

Gajendra Singh

Very helpful staff, excellent instructor and very polite inspector. My driving test day was very smooth smd quick.

Donovan Sanders

I failed my driving test twice at regular penndot services because I was so nervous and also partially not prepared. Defense Driving Academy calmed my nerves made me feel like I was driving with a family meme we and that I was going to pass the test no problem. I highly recommend taking your driving test here and if you are nervous about testing I also recommend doing the 30 min practice test before taking the test because as long as you follow what they say during the practice test you will pass you actual test no problem. This is one of the best and easy ways to get your license and the scheduling is so fast and easy. I highly recommend taking you driving exam with them. I wish I knew about it earlier!

Nicole McAllister

Phillip C was an excellent instructor and I would recommend him to anyone!!!!

Diane R

Defensive Driving Academy put me at ease as a Mom. The driving coaches were friendly and comforting for my son. As a parent driving with my son it was a test of patience; DDA was excellent in teaching parallel parking and little tricks that helped him succeed. Much appreciated and highly recommended!!!

Rich Filler

Great service, extremely professional staff. Jared, my daughter's instructor, was wonderful. She was fully prepared to pass her test. More importantly, their approach and curriculum ensured she was ready for real world driving. Highly recommended.

Amanda Kent

My daughter had Maurice as her driving instructor. He was great! He out her at ease and she learned much more from him than I could teach her. She had 6 hours of lessons, culminating in a successful driving test yesterday. Thanks to DDA and Maurice for everything! I feel confident with my daughter behind the wheel.

Mary Winters

Both my twin daughters have used DDA for driving lessons out of Exton and Newtown Square, PA locations and I believe well worth it - we opted for the 3 -2 hour lessons behind the wheel and exam package and were pleased with the instructors and training ! I worked with them to log the hours of driving behind the wheel , but felt they both needed extra time with instructor to learn road skills and fine tune their skills and overall driving education....my daughters especially liked Mo, Stewart and Sean ? I think his name was..... great teachers and related well to this teenage population , patient , encouraging and respectful !!

Ana Fernandez

My daughter did the 8 hour session and it helped her tremendously getting confidence and learning so much about what it means to be on the road. All her instructors were super nice and professional. I would highly recommend Defensive Driving. It was worth every penny!

Takia Wilson

I had a fantastic experience here at DDA. Would definitely recommend any new drivers to come here. I had lessons with Joyce as my instructor for the first 3 lessons, and she was very kind and calm and helped me become a confident, and capable driver. I had my test prep/road test with Helena, and she was Awesome. She taught me a full proof way of how to parallel park, parking instructions, break down of interior features in the car, and helped me a bunch on turning the wheel effectively. I’m so Proud of myself for getting my License Today!!!:) Thank you to the Best DDA instructors!!!

Meg Rizzio

My son Anthony took the 6 hours of behind the wheel training with Andy. He was a great instructor and really put his mind at ease. He definitely works well young drivers. My son felt very prepared for the test. He tested at the Defensive Driving Academy on the last lesson and passed. This was worth every penny. How can you put a price on the safety of your children? I would absolutely recommend!!!!

Caroline Daughters

This was our 2nd experience with DDA and I was reminded very quickly why we came back. Maurice (Moe) was my sons instructor and he immediately put my son at ease. Like every 16/you 17 yr old, the driver license test is nerve wracking. From the moment they met you could see the weight literally lift off his shoulders. It was an incredibly comprehensive lesson and they did an amazing job working with him on parallel parking. I'm fairly certain we were both losing sleep over this leading up to the test. I can't recommend this academy enough. I feel they are the best in the area and we will be back in a few years with our 3rd. Thank you Maurice and DDA!!!

Lisa McGrath

Lessons through DDA gave my son a great boost in confidence and he felt prepared for his driver's test, which he also took through DDA. Everyone we dealt with was very professional and easy to work with. My son's instructor was very patient. Highly recommend.

Kimberly LaCoste

The Defensive Driving Academy communicated effectively how my son was doing each lesson. Their instructors were knowledgeable, patient, and provided important feedback to him. They also gave him positive reinforcement. I would highly recommend Defensive Driving Academy! Thank you A.J. and Ashley! He passed his driving test the first time.

jennifer smith

The 6 hour driving package that included lessons and the road test was a great investment for our family. The instructors were friendly, provided excellent instruction and helped build my daughter's confidence on the road. Highly recommend!

Alisha Dauber

Very happy with the service provided to my son today! Lisa Mills was phenomenal at teaching him how to parallel park and after a few tries, he mastered it!! She was super friendly and down to earth which was a huge for making my him feel relaxed, comfortable and confident. Also Maurice was an excellent instructor for the driving test part! My son said he felt very relaxed as they discussed a little basketball during his driving test!! Highly recommend Defensive Driving in Newtown Square to anyone who needs practice and/or their drivers license.

Grant Heberling

Great experience! My instructor Jared was very nice and taught me everything I needed to know perfectly. I would recommend this to anyone that is new to driving.

Cameron

The staff members here are super friendly and easy-going, and taking the test here turned out to be way less stressful that I thought it was going to be going in to it. Also the scheduling was FAST. When I took my test we were able to schedule the exam as soon as a few days out from finding out about this place, whereas my backup Penndot test could only be scheduled a month out at the time. 10/10 absolutely recommend these guys. The experience here was great

Donna Ruggieri

Amazing place to go, everyone there is so nice and helpful, our experience was a good one compared to the dmv, I would tell everyone go there for your test and classes well worth it.

Rosemarie McElwee

Excellent team and provided my son with confidence and great tips! Sal and Joyce are the best!

James Ranalli

Just took my license test here today, my instructor Mike was very helpful and kept me engaged while still teaching me and getting me ready for my test. Defensive Driving is a great place to get your license and I would definitely go back.

Felicia Greene

My son (17 yrs old) took the 2 hr Instruction with test today and passed. The instructor (Andy) was amazing. Made my son feel extremely comfortable and prepared. The office staff were all extremely helpful and nice. This is an AMAZING alternative to dealing with the DMV well worth every single penny. Well recommend to all I know.

reagan G

All 3 of my kids had a great experience using DDA. Any time there were scheduling problems the management was very responsive and made things right. I highly recommend Defensive Driving Academy!

Krissy Lange

Amazing experience for all 3 of my daughters. The instructors are patient friendly and really teach them how to drive. Highly recommend!

Amirah Coleman

I had a wonderful time at Defensive Driving. They kept everything very professional, and they made sure I got what I needed to pass. They had very good communication skills, very friendly. I would highly recommend all of my friends to get their license there. The person who taught me how to parallel park was amazing. The technique was new for me but i caught on to it and now i’m going to use it for parking all the time. We had very good conversations and he made sure I was comfortable behind the wheel before anything.

Shakera Graham

This school is the best. I passed my driving test on the first try because of my instructor Joyce. She made me feel very comfortable while taking my driving lessons. She was a very good teacher. Best driving school in Delaware County. Hands down. Thank you!

Tauseef Ahmed

We had Instructors Joyce and Terry for different sessions. They are both great and very patient for absolute beginners. They were always on time and provided very productive guidance during every driving lesson. I easily Passed the test after the lessons and a little practice.

Domenic Fioravanti

I had a fantastic experience learning how to drive at Defensive Driving Academy. Moe, my teacher, was professional, personable, and overall an exemplary teacher. When it came time for my exam, I felt confident and well equipped. All in all, I would highly recommend DDA. Thanks Moe!

Mark Pupis

Dave was my instructor and he was amazing! He taught me everything I needed to know about driving. He was patient and calm every time we had a lesson. I went into test day with confidence because of Dave. Moe was the test instructor and he made me feel so comfortable. I did parking in one backup! If you want a fabulous instructor, request Dave. I highly recommend going to DDA. Totally worth it!

Sunka Simon

Three of four coaches were excellent. Calm, competent, and experienced. The teaching to the test along with the convenience of having the test done on site is worth a lot. At the core of what the DDA offers, this is excellent quality for the money. Office management and communications, on the other hand, could be improved significantly. Three of four lessons started 15-45 minutes late. Notices about the delay either did not occur (in one case) or relied solely on text messaging and emails that gave clients no way to respond (choosing this works or does not work for me would be a great start!)

shanthi appiah

Everyone at the school is so helpful. We had a few set back nothing on their part but very time they were ready to help us succeed. Jennifer was really great. she was constantly offering tips. One the day of the test someone even came out to help us practice before Jennifer took her on her test.

Molly Schultz

I can’t recommend DDA enough! I am an adult and have been terrified of driving for my whole life. I decided to take the plunge and take lessons with DDA and I am so glad I did. I mostly took lessons with Jared S and he was so great. Very calming and communicative. I took one lesson with Dino B and he was also great (especially with parallel parking lessons). If you are thinking about taking lessons, don’t hesitate.

Brielle Hamilton

I had the best experience with Defensive Driving Academy. My instructor Maurice Duncan made the experience pleasant and explained instructions in great detail especially when it came to safety. He made learning how to drive extremely enjoyable and fun and made me gain confidence to be on the road. I recommend the Defensive Driving Academy for everyone!

Josette Dwyer

All three of my children took lessons and tested with DDA. The staff are friendly and professional. Scheduling is easy and it’s nice to not have to go through the hassle of the DMV. Terry was our instructor and she was great. Would definitely recommend this business!

Leah H

Defensive Driving was very useful and made the whole process so much easier! They have strict COVID-19 protocols, which is always very nice to see. The instructors are great and truly value you as a student. You can chose your instructors for your sessions which is great option in order to have variety in who is teaching you. I feel that the 6-hr package is best for drivers who still want some practice, meaning you do your two lessons on separate days and then the third is for your actual license test. They have a great method for parallel parking which leaves students in a great position for their test. I will recommend Defensive Driving Academy to everyone!

Corinda Crowther

Defensive Driving Academy did an excellent job helping my daughter solidify her driving skills. We had practiced a lot privately but wanted a more objective instructor to follow up on the details and help her confidence. Her instructor was Terry, and she was the greatest. I highly recommend this driving school and their practices. A very positive experience

Priscilla Holmes

My fourth child just successfully passed his PA driving test with DDA. All of the coaches we have had over the years have provided good feedback to the drivers and us as parents. All of my children are now confident and skilled drivers thanks to DDA.

Pamela Gregg

DDA provided a trial run of the driver's license course and provided feedback. Then my daughter completed her test where she was also given feedback. This was worth every penny. I was able to easily schedule online and she passed the first time because of how DDA personalizes for each person. The DMV experience seems to value failing students on the first attempt. DDA values the driver.

Bryant Tabb

Both of my teenagers went to Defensive Driving Academy and experienced the best of service. They even passed their exams on their first tries with Defensive Driving. I recommend them for any parent desiring to send their child for driving instructions.

Erin Hovey

The Defensive Driving Academy is a perfect solution and alternative for taking the road test through the DMV. Their employees made both of my children SO comfortable and relaxed prior to and during the test. They are fun and engaging and above all encouraging. DDA takes much of the fear out of the driving test process without slighting the state's process or requirements. I can't say enough about our experience and I try to tell as many people as possible. We drove almost an our to take the driving test here and I encourage anyone to do the same.

Will Potter

Amazing instructors for all 3 lessons, very easy to talk and be taught by. The test was done with almost 0 nerves and felt ver comfortable testing with Dino.

Dawn Star Sarahs-Borchelt

We got a good price on a non-DMV driver's test for my teenage son here. They allowed him to practice (many times!) with their parallel parking setup before taking the test, so he felt prepared.

조세현 (Stephanie)

I just took drivers license exam here and passed! It was my first time driving and I took 3 lessons including test. It was enough to prepare me well for the test! I highly recommend Ken because he gives you good feedback and he is very calm and encouraging as well! Other instructors I had were very calm and nice as well. They know good strategies to prepare you for testing. Highly recommend!

Chantell Reagan

Defensive driving academy was a great investment. Each instructor was very helpful and provided a comprehensive report immediately after each lesson. The last lesson was taught by the fabulous Moe, who was engaging, practical and very fun to be around. We truly appreciated his enthusiasm and was an excellent teacher!

Beth Morales

My son had a productive experience with DDA. Awesome job to all the instructors that worked with my son!

Meghan Edge

Terry was a fabulous driving and safety coach. She was always professional and set clear expectations. My daughter gained an excellent skill set and is now better at parallel parking than I am. Thank you!!

Victoria Anni

I had a great experience with my even better instructor Moe - totally recommend him. He teaches with great structure and made me feel more confident and comfortable behind the wheel with less tension. He taught me so much and I’m almost sad to see him go. He was professional, helpful and absolutely hilarious. Overall my experience with the DDA with the best and I would 100% use them.

Shirisha Reddy Rapole

I took my driving lessons with Moe Duncan. He was really good trainer. I was really nervous at the beginning but by end of the lessons I was confident. Thank you Maurice Duncan and I would definitely recommend defensive driving academy for new learners.

kathleen ober

Great experience. Very easy to schedule lessons and there were many choices for dates and times. My son was comfortable with the instructors. They were all pleasant, professional and critical with him when they had to be. They also were following safety guidelines for COVID. Highly recommend!

Allison Off

My son had a great driving experience from start to finish. The day of his testing he practiced with Mike McMenamin prior to the test and I feel that his advice and knowledge helped my son to pass and be successful on the course!!

Eric Day

Great experience all around. They helped put me and my wife at ease in preparing our child for her driver's test. Easy to work with and they did a great job. I have told our friends to try Defensive Driving Academy and I highly recommend.

Megan Foytack

My son had Maurice as his instructor. He was knowledgeable, calm and very helpful. He learned a lot and we feel much safer with him driving now. We are very happy with Maurice and DDA!

Mark Nestlehutt

Our teen daughter had an incredibly positive experience with DDA. Her instructors were patient, skilled and encouraging. She had no difficulty passing her road test. All in all, money well spent.

Kim Shoemaker

Excellent experience .... Maurice was an awesome instructor . My son gained so much confidence and felt so comfortable with him. The entire process was so easy. I cant say enough good things about Maurice and our overall experience. He was the best

Desiree Seese

My son recently went to the Defensive Driving Academy to take his drivers test and we had an EXCELLENT experience. He was able to go out with a coach to run through the course. She gave him some tips and pointers along the way. The gentleman who gave him the test made him feel very comfortable and he successfully passed. I highly recommend the DDA. Jennifer, Lisa, and Joe (hope I got the names right it was a very stressful moment) were extremely helpful throughout the process. Additionally, the customer service representative who I spoke with over the phone was extremely helpful when I had questions before scheduling his test.

Jennifer Everlof

I can't say enough great things about DDA. They made my son feel comfortable and confident to take his driver test. The Parallel Parking instruction was excellent! They also gave great advice to my son after he passed! I highly recommend using the Newtown Square site!

Heather Freeman

The staff greeted us with a friendly welcome, and were very good about allowing my daughter to practice parallel parking a few times before the test. They also proactively asked her if she had any questions at all before the test, promising they would be happy to answer anything she may be concerned about. We found the driving test examiner to be very pleasant, and made my nervous daughter feel at ease. Excellent customer service. I highly recommend Defensive Driving Academy in Newtown Square!

Ravindran Ganesan

Excellent Guidance by trainer Mike. This academy has very rich experience in training the students, I would highly recommend this place for begineers.Thanks!

Andrea Fox

I used Defensive Driving Academy to help my 16 year old how to drive. They, from all 3 instructors to desk help and beyond, did a wonderful job. They are very courteous and professional. They have this down to a science. Highly recommend.

Jay Mack

Our daughter had a great experience learning here. She had lessons with with both Joyce and Greg. They both were so helpful and easy to work with she felt really comfortable. Highly recommend.

Maria Spahr

My daughter had Greg as her instructor. He was very patient and knowledgeable. Her skills greatly improved under his guidance. She now has her license and I feel much more comfortable with her being on the road.

Amy Shaw

My son had his first lesson with Maurice and he enjoyed it so much that he did all his lessons with him! An excellent instructor, he really made my son feel confident on both major highways and neighborhood streets. I can’t say enough about this school and, in particular, Maurice Duncan! A+++

Janette Hawkins

Great experience! We enrolled our twins in Defensive Driving academy. They worked with Terri and Mike who were awesome! We were able to schedule lessons at the same time in a convenient location. Both kids passed their test on the first try. I would highly recommend them!

L Fulmer

DDA was a great experience for my new driver. Maurice, his instructor, made my nervous new driver feel incredibly comfortable. Best of all, he taught him all the things I couldn’t figure out how to teach!! This was a great investment. He’s a more confident driver and I’m a more at-ease parent. Thanks to Maurice and DDA.

Rebecca Arey

I had a great time with DDA as a new driver! Maurice was a fantastic instructor who is not only was funny but a great teacher. Taking lessons boosted my confidence and I was able to get my license!

Stephen D'Antonio

Great experience with both lessons and taking the test. Andy was a fantastic teacher, really down to earth and taught me fantastically in a way easy to understand. Lyn was my examiner and made sure I felt comfortable while taking the test and helped to ease my nerves. Happy to say I passed my test on the first try and feel confident driving by myself because of their excellent coaching. 100% recommend!

Bella Rios

I started DDA with 2 hours of driving and barely knew how to turn. 3 lessons with Maurice later and I passing my license test. Maurice was funny and a really helpful teacher. Definitely would recommend to anybody who's parents don't want to teach them.

Sheryl Rothman

We had an excellent experience. Joyce was professional and helpful and the staff were easy to communicate with. The driving instruction was great and the license exam was much less stressful than it would have been through the DMV. Thank you!

Tracy Knox

My daughter had a great experience with DDA. She was ready to test but wanted the 2 hour lesson beforehand to practice the test and parallel parking. She passed easily because she felt relaxed and confident. She tested during the green phase of Covid. She and her instructor were masked the whole time and car windows were open. I felt very comfortable with their efforts.

Maria M

Wonderful experience for my daughter!! Nikki had Jared for her first lesson, and he was very thorough and kind. He explained a lot of the ins and outs of driving. Nikki had Terry for her second and third lesson. Terry was amazing!! She was great with my daughter. She was very enthusiastic, encouraging and motivating. She gave wonderful feedback that my daughter used after her lessons. The last lesson was with Andy, and he taught Nikki how to parallel park and administered the driving test (which she passed!!). I HIGHLY recommend Defensive Driving for any teen learning to drive. They really care!!

laura lyons

driving instructor. my perception from the passenger seat made me a little stressed to say the least... after my daughters 1st lesson, she was more confident and I was able to do a better job. So the Defensive Driving Academy helped us both. The instructors we had were patient and did a really great job. I would recommend them to any new drivers. They gave good tips on learning to park in a parking space and parallel park....it was a great experience for us! also recommend taking the driving test with them...much less stressful and everyone is so nice.

Marie Welch

My daughter took the Defensive Driving Academy classes to get her driving license. Terry was her instructor and she was fantastic. My daughter passed her test! I highly recommend this course. You get a Certificate also that will help lower your auto insurance for your teenager.

Emily Nickerson

Thankyou duwad, Dennis, & Greg. I’m 25 and DDA helped me overcome my fear of driving. I learned so much taking lessons. Everyone of my instructors taught me so much & made me confident. I can’t recommend this driving school enough. I passed my license test on the first try I was super nervous however the testers make you feel as comfortable as possible with encouragement. My experience from start to beginning was amazing.

Rowan McLaughlin

This place is amazing! My instructor, Jared, really helped me learn many techniques and was extremely kind! He was very helpful and overall a great guy! I strongly recommend taking lessons with him. Lisa graded my test and was extremely nice! She calmed my nerves when taking my test by how kind she was! I would recommend this place for anyone!

Alyssa K

My entire experience with DDA has been positive. Everything from communication and rescheduling because of the snow which was easy and quick. I just passed my drivers test today with Jim Leahy! Jim was wonderful and understanding and overall a great instructor. Driving use to make me anxious but after my lessons and todays lesson and test I feel confident with driving in the future! I'm recommending to my parents for my younger brother. Thank you so much Defensive Driving Academy. :)

Samantha Revenis

I had a horrible situation with another driving instructor. He made me never want to drive ever again. When I started taking lessons with DDA I was extremely nervous but they made me feel confident. They helped me learn and grow tremendously as a driver. I got my license today :) I would recommend DDA to anyone seeking driving lessons!

Ying L

I had a great experience. Mr. Moe is very professional, encouraging and calming which made me feel confident during testing. And I passed the test successfully. Thank you Mr. Moe!

stephanie buysse

Both of my sons had a wonderful experience with Defensive Driving Academy! Sean is the very best! Thanks for making my them safe on the road!

Veronica Sacks

Defensive Driving Academy is amazing. I am an adult first-time driver and Lisa L. who gave me my first two lessons could not have been a better, more patient teacher. Prior to my test Lisa M. taught me parallel parking (their method is the greatest thing ever, by the way) and we went through the course so I felt totally prepared for my test. Mike was my tester and he was phenomenal. I passed on the first try - I highly recommend going to DDA for lessons and testing whether you’re an adult or a teenager! It’s so worth the money!

Christian Selverian

Personally I had a great experience with Defensive Driving Academy. I thought that my instructor Maurice Duncan was a great instructor and really taught me a lot about driving. I would definitely recommend this to anyone who is looking to become a great driver.

Sophia Swafford

Completing driving lessons with DDA makes the test feel like a breeze! I've been terrified of driving and put off learning for years but working with my instructor, Terry, made everything about driving feel much more doable. She taught me at my speed and checked in on how I felt about my own progress. She was very quick to notice any potential bad driving habits I would be prone to and helped me avoid them.

Sabrina Maldonado

I was super nervous going into the test but after just a few times practicing I felt calm and comfortable. I had the best coach, Maurice. He’s the funniest guy you will ever meet. You can connect so well with him very easily and I can tell he wanted the best for me. 100000/10!!!!!!

Kate Dickey

My daughter took 3 lessons and her test with 4 different instructors. All instructors were patient, kind. professional, and knowledgeable. They gave good feedback. We are thrilled with all the services. I recommend DDA highly!

H. Eaton

They were amazing! My teen was nervous and had his permit for over a year, had classes with another driving school, and did so well here! He’s confident, was able to relax and tested with them. Our experience was awesome!

Carole Truskett

DDA is really truly the best and it has been a wonderful experience having them work with our 2 daughters. Beyond all the invaluable driving know-how, it was the fact that they cared about our girls, helped a newbie mom navigate insurance discounts and were reassuring to all. Our instructor Terry is just the best person with the kindest heart. Both my girls adored her humor and wit. She is like family now and I am a little sad I don't have another teenager to put behind the wheel with her. I will never forget when she and my oldest daughter returned from her 2nd lesson involving highway driving and it was raining the entire lesson like a monsoon and my daughter was so confident after that lesson. If Terry can turn that downpour of a lesson into confidence in a new driver, she forever has my recommendation. Backing up Terry and the other instructors is John the manager. John is super organized, always returns phone calls and emails and cheers on these young drivers. You cannot ask for a better team. Thank you DDA!

Lisa Collazzo

My son (age 17) took the four, 2 hour sessions with Defensive Driving which culminated in a final session at Newtown Square where he took his driver's test. My daughter (3 years older ) had also utilized Defensive Driving services for behind-the-wheel training. We had been so pleased with her experience, that we chose them again. My son's instructor, Sean H., was exceptional. He was supportive but firm and very encouraging. It was a very good match for my son who felt well-prepared when he arrived for his test. The test day began with a short session with Sean, followed by testing with another instructor. From a parent's perspective, scheduling the test through Defensive was incredibly easier than going through PennDot. Testing in a quieter, more focused environment was a real plus for my son. I would definitely recommend Defensive Driving for any new time drivers.

Qiannan Zhao

I am Gina. It is a quite challenge for me to find a super patient, customer-oriented, and very experienced driving coach, like Mike McMenamin since I come from another country and I took classes from different schools. This morning class brings me a memorable and enjoyable learning experience. Most important he builds up my confidence and give me excellent suggestions on very useful driving tips, car knowledge and car purchase tips. No matter your goal is to pass the test or to practice more to build up confidence and feel more comfortable to drive on road alone. Strongly recommend Mike McMenamin, he goes beyond!!!

Lisa Hoey

I was very happy with Defensive Driving Academy. I feel my son learned alot of good traits from them and was very happy with the report card service they provided after every lesson. It help me work on the skills that he learned from DDA. Thank you!

JENNIFER DAY

We were very happy with our son's experience with driving lessons and then testing with DDA. He felt confident and was not stressed over it!

Abby Burdsall

Taking driving lessons here is 110% worth it! It lowered my insurance rate and it taught me everything I need to be a safe driver. I paid for 3 two hour lessons out of my own pocket and I don't regret it at all. My coaches were extremely helpful and I definitely recommend using this place. It seems pricey but it's going to save you money in the long run and it will help you learn how to avoid accidents. My driving coaches were Brian, Anthony and Sandy (I'm not sure if that was her name but I think she had red hair and she was very nice!! She even did a "happy dance" to calm my nerves before the test!!:)) Also, my test administrator was very sweet! I think her name was Lynn.

Lindsay Houston

Easy to communicate with, made my son feel at ease and comfortable immediately and with every lesson. On-site testing was so much easier then trying to get into the DMV. Definitely worth it.

patti scorsone

Always have a great experience at DDA. This is our third time using them with our children. Best parallel parking lesson by far and the licensing testing is super convenient. Instructors are great. I always recommend DDA to friends and family.

Brendan LaFountain

Thanks to Defensive Driving Academy I finally have my license after waiting a month and a half because of coronavirus. Every instructor I had was easy to talk too and extremely helpful, especially Andy. Overall it was a great experience and I would definitely recommend this to others especially if you are having trouble with parallel parking.

Marin Kutrolli

Great testing experience, would highly recommend to anyone looking to take a driving test or driving classes.

Leann Pacinelli

Everything about our experience was top notch! My son gained so much confidence in his driving; his instructor, Doris, was fantastic.

Kathy Kichula

DDA did a thorough and encouraging job teaching my three children to drive safely. The best perk of the lessons and license package is that DDA coordinates the test and there’s no need to schedule through the DMV. Totally worth it!!

Liz N

We had a terrific experience with Defensive Driving Academy. The instructors, especially Ken and Terry, are awesome!!! It's so easy to communicate with them. They are very responsive and John was great to work with when we first signed up with some of our own timing issues.

Kendra Locurcio

This is the second time we've used DDA for our children's driving tests. They're always friendly and put our children at ease prior to their test. Highly recommend.

Rita Horn

Very easy process. Everyone was friendly. My teen took the parallel parking course before her test. They taught a very simple method that worked every time for her. I thought the Driving test was too easy but it’s due to COVID restrictions. Definitely recommend!

michele smith

Their staff especially John, was very efficient and easy to deal with and my son’s instructor, Steve was very helpful and personable for my son to feel comfortable enough to drive around with for couple of hours at a time! When it came time for his test, he was prepared and comfortable enough to pass first try! I will be using them next year for my younger son!

Michelle Reed

2nd time I've used DDA for my kids and I couldn't be happier...Staff is wonderful and very knowledgeable.

mackenzie malloy

Thank you Moe for the best experience with Defensive Driving! You helped me through all the basics and even the parallel parking. He has a great personality that made me feel so comfortable behind the wheel. Truly, such a great two lessons with him, that I would recommend him to any drivers looking to get help. Thank you again!

farhan riaz

I had a really good experience with the lesson followed by the road test. Coach Dave was extremely helpful, giving me all the information I needed to pass the test easily. Nothing felt new or surprising during the road test, as I was guided through the exact route multiple times prior to taking the test.

Meghan Lacey

My daughter took the express parallel parking lesson (I'm sorry I can't recall the very nice lady's name) and was road tested here. The parallel parking lesson was great, gave her some excellent tips. Being able to practice right at the testing site helped a lot. Her tester John was so nice and friendly, it helped her with the nerves quite a bit. After two unsuccessful attempts at the DMV, she passed! Very friendly and professional staff. Highly recommend.

Rachael McKee

All of the instructors were knowledgeable, professional and patient. Felt totally comfortable and confident in their abilities and so did my 16 year old. After completing the 6 hour lesson package with Defensive Driving Academy she passed the exam on her first try! Very exciting!

K R

My son had one instructor that was great. But then he was very booked up after our first two sessions. The other guy we had was kinda just ok... my son said he didn't really say anything when they were out for two hours. ??? That instructor didn't offer corrections or anything. My son had nearly 45 hours under his belt by then, but for the money we pay I would at least expect a two hour lecture about safety and defensive driving while they drive around. Anyhow... the final session/test was thorough and good. All in all, probably worth the investment.

Karla Taylor

Thank you Sean H. for everything! My son was timid behind the wheel, which made us nervous riding with him. Sean was patient, and we could see progress in my son’s driving after each session. My son is a much confident driver today. Communication was excellent. We couldn’t be happier. Highly recommended!

Carol P

I purchased lessons for my son. Maurice was wonderful with him, and gave him all of the support and confidence that he needed to succeed. My son also tested with the DDA, and felt comfortable in knowing what was expected of him. He passed the first time, and the experience was well worth it!

Rose Kottke

I took classes here before getting a license at 31. I had had about 5 or 6 permits without ever taking the road test, and had become very nervous to even attempt driving. After three lessons, I was not only much more confident, I was actually ENJOYING driving. I never imagined that would be possible! I took the test with DDA and passed on my first try, and I actually feel like a good and competent driver. My instructor, Ken, was just amazing, and I would recommend both him and DDA in a heartbeat!

Nora Burns

Had such a great experience with DDA! Maurice was a great instructor, super funny, kind and helpful! I feel much more confident and would definitely recommend this to other new drivers!

Henry Smith

Defensive Driving Academy was an amazing experience for me. My instructor Maurice was extremely informative and helped me with building confidence for the test. I highly recommend Defense Driving Academy for anyone looking to get their license.

Aimee Moran

DDA was the best decision we made for our nervous daughter! They taught her all the tricks and really put her mind at ease and also put our minds at ease with the informational "report card" after every lesson. We decided on the testing option/package with DDA, and we are so happy we did. She felt comfortable taking the test in the car she took her lessons in and they taught her how to parallel park in the 45 mins prior to her test and said it was the best park job he had seen all week! Needless to say, my daughter passed her test, and we feel confident she is ready to hit the road with the training she received from DDA. THANK YOU!!

Casey _

Best experience I’ve ever had. Began with adult lessons because my family didn’t have time to teach me. The coaches worked with my anxiety and helped soothe my panic when it came to driving. So worth the money to test with DDA instead of the DMV, who wouldn’t have cared about my anxiety. They worked with my college schedule and being home on breaks which was more than amazing. I couldn’t recommend them more - fantastic for adults learning to drive. Better late than never!

Brianna Crooks

Coming from a nineteen year old, my experience at DDA was nothing short of amazing! DDA is an extremely professional and accommodating establishment. Scheduling my lessons and getting in contact with the office (when I needed to ) was always a straightforward process. The report card system that provided feedback on different skills after each session was also very useful to help me as a student focus on what I needed to improve on, as well as reflect on what I did well. Ms. Terry was my instructor for all of my lessons, and she did everything in her power to teach me what I have to know to be a competent and safe driver. As a new driver, I often get anxious behind the wheel, but Ms. Terry reminded me to remain calm, and she even made useful references which made the driving experience even more at ease for me. I can go on and on about the amazing instructor Ms. Terry is, but I would have to write a book! Let's just say before my first lesson began I didn't have any faith in me being behind the wheel, to me now being a licensed driver from the vital skills (in reference to driving) that DDA and Ms. Terry instilled in me. Ms. Terry showed me that she actually cared about me becoming a safe, knowledgable driver. Whenever, I needed help I was provided with the assistance that I needed, as well as compassion. Mr. John administered my test, and he was very encouraging, and polite. He also took the time out to share some more useful tips with me after I took my test. I highly recommend DDA to anyone that is contemplating about attending!

Charlene DeFrees

I can't say enough positive things about our experience with DDA and especially my daughter's instructor, Jared Shutt! Scheduling the driving lessons and test were super easy and there were many options to choose from to work into your schedule. Special thanks to Jared for doing what you do to help these young drivers feel confident and safe behind the wheel. We've already spread the word to several friends!!

Olliah Holmes

Defensive Driving Academy was a pleasant experience! They have amazing coaches who really want for you to do well. They give good pointers for becoming the best driver. They boost your confidence by telling you that you are doing well! Very friendly, highly recommended!

Victor Wang

Very instructive, learned a lot of tips and strategies, especially for parallel parking, and overall inspired much more confidence within me while on the road. If you have Maurice as your instructor, you're in good hands - he's an easygoing, yet patient and knowledgeable instructor.

Nicole Walton

We called on a Friday afternoon and had my daughters test set up within a half hour for the following Monday. They let her have time to practice in the parallel parking spot and let her go through the course before she tested. That made her so much more relaxed during the actual test. They were very clear in the instructions and within a half hour (including practice time) she had her license. Highly recommend DDA over the terrible experience we had at the DMV for her first test!

Trish Buckley

My daughter went here yesterday and took the express parallel parking course and also tested the same day. Lynn was the VERY NICE lady who did the EPP course with her and also took her on her street test and she was absolutely the nicest person ever! She put my daughters nerves at ease just by being so calm and friendly. The whole office was extremely friendly. All the employees that I came in contact with greeted me with a hello and a smile. I can not say enough nice things about my experience here and I highly recommend them!

Raymond Cheung

I felt my 199$ was well spent. Got the 2hr prep +test and DDA car. My instructor was kind and understanding, very patient even though I had a bad phobia with driving. He crammed a lot in the 1 hour 45 minutes of prep time to make sure I was as confident as possible for when the actual test came. Even made sure I would leave here with a smile on my face. End result is, I passed, and I of course smiled as I left. If anyone needs a confidence booster, I highly recommend the 2 hour prep+test if you don't already know the course. Even if you do, I suggest taking the prep before the test just to calm your nerves. It would be like warming up before the actual thing. It also gets rid of the possibility to forget the course if you come back weeks later.

Pawan Jain

This really helped my daughters tie up loose ends with their driving. It not only helped to make them more confident, but also saved the hassle of going to the DMV to take the test.

amy ottensman

I’m so happy/relieved that my daughter took driving lessons with Coach Dave at the Defensive Driving Academy! He was just awesome. When your child starts driving you need to provide them with proper instruction, someone to encourage and correct. Totally confident in my child’s now!

PC

10/10 Highly recommend . I had all my lessons with Maurice who is just the best of the best , he made me feel so comfortable and confident. He is funny and reassuring, every lesson was a fun time!

devin taylor

I want to thank you Mr. Dennis! When i took driving lesson and keep practice hard work driving when i was very anxious, scared, frustrated and try keep calming. I keep positive thinking and relaxing. Because he know I’m Deaf. I decided wrote down paper like as signals. We really glad that we did communicate thur gesture & write note back and forward each other. He is very friendly, caring, helpful and patient person. I did learned lot of driving lesson what he did taught me about everything. Any Deaf and Hard of Hearing people can contact to DDA. I recommend this DDA place is very friendly! Finally I did passed driver license test. Thank you Mr. Dennis!!!!

Kevin Henry

The Academy was great - all the instructors were super friendly and instructive - they really helped my son relax and become a better driver. I'd recommend to anyone.

Anjani Maurya

I used to drive when I was in India. So in order to test my left hand driver in USA, I decided to take some test drive and have confidence on the roads and get used to traffic rules/signals etc. Therefor, I took 3 classes with them and finally scheduled a road test with them. The driving instructor on each session was very good, polite and very helpful. All the test drive sessions went well. On the day of road test, the DDA instructor made me learnt the parallel parking before going for the actual road test. And finally, in the road test, I got my learner's permit stamped as the actual driving license. It all happened because of the DDA's good and helpful instructor and their well educated driving plan. Thanks, a lot DDA.

Santosh Gaikwad

DMV was fully booked for driving test so a friend of my son suggested him to go to DDA for the driving test. The communication was very prompt and we got driving test date in 3 days. When we arrived, they welcomed us with a smile. The instructor was a lady who was very sweet and polite. She asked my son to practice a quick 10 mins parallel drive. Then she took him for the driving test and within 20 mins he passed the driving test. The people there are awesome and very friendly. They answered all our questions politely and it was a great experience overall. I would highly recommend this place to anyone looking for driving lessons or driving tests.

candace phillips

So glad I sent my daughter to DDA. Lisa gave her her first lesson and she was so calm and patient (opposite of me) and gave her some great pointers so build on. I was then comfortable enough to drive with her until she had 30 hours at which time Ashely took her out for her next lesson. She also was phenomenal! More tips and tricks to remember things that I never knew or thought of. SO incredibly helpful! She will have one more lesson before she takes her test. I feel confident in her driving abilities, thanks to DDA, and I am super excited that the money I invested will come back in the form of reduced car insurance premiums. Win/win!!

Kim McDonnell

I signed up my daughter for defensive driving to get another persons instruction different then us. She did three lessons and on the third took the test after all the lessons she passed on her first try and loved her instructor Mike Fiocca. He was super nice to me and to her! Great academy for any new driver!! I would highly recommend!

mary winterbottom

My son took a 2hr class and his drivers license testing this morning. The price was amazing, and his instructor Joyce was very reassuring and calming. When we first bought the class and testing, there were no time slots available. I sent an email explaining we weren’t able to schedule and his permit was due to expire June 30. I received a prompt response with an appointment that worked for us. He didn’t pass his first exam with PennDOT, due to being nervous. The way DDA is set up, he was not nervous at all, and very comfortable with it. He passed no problem at all. I have two more daughters to still get to the point of getting a permit and license and we will for sure use DDA for both of them!

Caitlin Higgins

My instructor was Dave and he was amazing! His tips during the 2 hour lesson before my test were extremely helpful. I highly recommend others to go the defensive driving academy and getting your license there! Thank you Dave!

Ana Adorno

If you’re looking for a Driving school fir your teen, please consider DDA. Not only were they professional, they patiently provided my son great instruction while driving on the streets and highways. He’s a safe confident driver.

Don Edgar

My son is a good driver. We've done a good job at teaching him ourselves. But we felt that he needed an outside voice also so he would get a different perspective. We felt that Defensive Driving Academy would do that for us and they did. If you have a family member that would like to take their drivers test in a calm environment. Then I would suggest Defensive Driving Academy. Wish I could give more stars.

Mohammed Alasmari

I highly recommend the Defensive Driving Academy for everyone needs to be licensed. In fact, their location is a huge, clear, and very organized for testers. Also, the examiners are very professional and respectful, so thanks so much google to guide me there! Respectfully!

Lord Marshal

Another child and another awesome experience with the Defensive Driving Academy. Nothing more exciting for a teenager and nothing more stressful for a parent then getting their drivers license. The team at DDA have it down and do it right. They put my son at ease and helped him relax which of course does wonders for the parents. Special thanks to Mike B for working with my son and who knows maybe they will bring my grandkids to DDA in the far distant future :) Thanks DDA!!!

Enaizha Harmon

DDA is the best thing that has ever happened to me. I’ve had my permit for a long time and was sooo scared to drive and parallel park but after just one lesson with DDA I felt so better as a driver and Parker than I did when I first started to drive. Taking lessons with them is so relaxed and not scary as I thought it would be! I would HIGHLY RECOMMEND taking your students to DDA so they can learn to get their license with confidence and be proub of themselves!!!

Patricia Chapman

Wonderful experience for my teen driver.. I would highly recommend. She received a two lesson and the took drivers test. Patient supportive instructors.

Henry Gjergo

Just passed and got my drivers license. The testers at DDA are very good and were even better at helping me to stay calm during my test. I highly recommend this driving school. They are the best driving school in the area.

Rich Hurlbrink

Excellent experience! My son failed his first driver's test at the local dmv in Malvern. The course there is very confusing - even for someone who's been in that shopping center many times like me. The Defensive Driving Academy test took place starting at Pep Boys in Exton. The parallel parking cones are always setup there, so we were able to practice many times before the test. When we arrived for our test appointment we were asked if we wanted to practice before doing the test, so my son practiced a few times before we let DDA know we were ready. My son commented that he was not as nervous as over at Malvern mostly because the tester from DDA was very friendly and made him feel at ease. Also, scheduling was easy and I was able to schedule the test within two weeks after he had previously failed. The next test I could have scheduled at the dmv would have been another two months. Thanks Defensive Driving Academy!

Vicki

Thank you to the entire crew at Defensive Driving Academy!! Great overall experience for both my daughter & I! Extra special thanks to Moe who created a wonderful atmosphere prior to the road test, giving extra confidence and calming her nerves!! You guys are the BEST!

Sara Brinsfield

I waited a long time before showing any interest in driving due to fear. When my grandparents signed me up for the course I was terrified, but with the amazing instructors at Defensive Driving Academy I was immediately put at ease. Each lesson pinpointed my strengths and what I needed to work on. After four lessons I took my test at the facility and got my license. Grateful for everything I learned. I will definitely be recommending it to the next new drivers in my family. Thank you, DDA!

James Santora

They were always on time and the portal to schedule classes was easy to use. My daughter became more confident with the techniques she learned especially with Parallel parking. My only criticism would be they need to be more flexible with their cancellation policy in light of Covid-19. Be sure to cancel a session 24 hours in advance or they will charge you even if your be cautious of potential exposure.

Dave Imbrogno

Greg was an awesome instructor for my son Nate. Super knowledgeable and friendly and made him feel so comfortable. This was our second child who went through the program and highly recommend it!

Alexis McCloskey

I had Terry as my coach and she was AMAZING!! I was very nervous and she helped to calm me down, gave me some great pointers and made parallel parking a breeze. I forget the name of the girl who gave me the test, she could of been a little more personable but I guess that is her job to be more stern. DDA always got back to me extremely quick and they were always so nice. Other than that, Terry was phenomenal and I highly recommend her and DDA to anyone who is looking for a place to learn how to drive confidently!

Karen Garbutt

Gets the job done in a positive way for your child. After yelling and screaming at my daughter during our driving lessons I figured that there had to be a better way. Enter DDA! I highly recommend

Matt Wroblewski

We went to DDA for the license test and parallel parking instruction and they were fantastic! Terry was so helpful and had lots of great tips for driving and parking. She was also super friendly, which really helped calm my daughter's nerves. Thank you Terry and DDA - we'll see you around HHS!

family barkman

We had a great experience at the Defensive Driving Academy! Mike McMenamin was knowledgeable, caring, firm but friendly. Highly recommended!

Jennifer Hagerty

Each of the coaches were really helpful in my lessons and gave great feedback and helped me overcome my anxiety of driving. I even learned parallel parking. I had four different coaches and then the tester. The coaches were very patient with me. Then the tester was a kind gentleman who helped me calm my nerves to pass the test. My mother was very pleased that I was able to achieve my goal of passing the driver’s license test at first attempt. She told me that I must get my license by April. My original goal was to be able to achieve it by May, but because of DDA coaches and the test I was able to achieve the goal in the time frame of my mother’s. It feels good to be able to drive myself safely to and from work and to run errands without having to depend on my family or friends.

Lillian Wendt

I had 4 of the 2-hour lessons and took my test here with Mike, I thought it was a very useful experience and definitely helped me gain confidence on the road. Mike was very kind and patient and an excellent instructor. Would definitely recommend the lessons.

Stephanie Huseby

I signed up for the Gold Defensive Driving Program and thought it was the perfect amount of behind the wheel training. Special shout out to Sal for my first official defensive driving lesson in the rain and also to Maurice (Moe) for a great final lesson (including parallel parking practice) before my drivers test. They taught me so much which helped me feel confident when I took my driving test. Happy to say I passed!

Maria N

I can't thank Defensive Driving Academy in Newtown square PA enough, I signed up for 6 hour course with Amanda. Im 42 and had almost given up on trying to get my license, but after my first lesson with Amanda who reassured me that it was possible i knew i had a chance. She gave me great tips that i incorporate in my everyday driving, she's the sweetest & such a great teacher... I took my driving test today and my coach was Brenda, she took me out on the roads before my test made which me feel more confident, she taught me a super easy technique in how to parallel park. Thank you Amanda & Brenda!!!! because of you ladies I can take my 5 year old to kindergarten:)

Joanie Stuart

My daughter is a good driver but has testing anxiety. After 2 fails through DMV I signed her up to take her licensing text at DDA. When I explained the situation to the staff they recommended the Express Prep and Test package. It worked like a charm! She felt so much more comfortable with the instructors at DDA and was able to pass her driving test. She said she didn't feel stressed or anxious at all and it was a very pleasant experience. Thank you DDA! I strongly recommend this company .

Shea K

This is a great place! The employees were very friendly, and they made me feel safe and comfortable while driving. They provided a lot of good driving advice! Highly recommend

Megan Hartz

We are so happy with the thorough instruction by Defensive Driving Academy. The coaches are superb and the tips and techniques shared are ones that will be used for a lifetime... an absolute must have for any new driver! The increased comfort level can not be measured especially in an area that can get heavily congested with traffic. Nervous about merging on to a busy highway? These coaches will talk you through it and give you insight on how to be a safe, effective, defensive driver! Highly recommend!

Anne-Marie Rischitelli

The Instructors at DDA were wonderful. They were patient and encouraging while teaching my Daughter how to drive safely. Thank you.

Vincent DeMarco

Had a great experience with Jared! He was very patient, thorough, and encouraging. He made me feel much more confident in my abilities. Would highly recommend him as an instructor!

Thelma Haylock

Thanks Maurice for putting my 17 year old on the road. I had a lot of trepidation around my son driving and we were having huge arguements every time he got behind the wheel. With Defensive Driving and Maurice’s help, in the span of 2 months, he was ready. We both now have the confidence for him to drive safely.

Anne Caterino

Our second time using DDA for a teen driver. We will continue to recommend DDA to other local families. Our daughter, a nervous driver, was instructed by Sean Hickey and he always made her feel comfortable. He was away the week of her final road test and he made sure she was ready to test with another coach, and also checked in via text from Idaho to ask how her final lesson and test went! Mr Hickey goes ABOVE and BEYOND expectations. The instructor who road-tested her was also very supportive when I picked her up. Thank you Mr. Hickey, DDA coaches and colleagues for your education and professionalism!

Carole Morgan

My son just finished driving lessons from Terry Mc. She was absolutely amazing. She made him feel comfortable right from the second he met her. She is so friendly and fun and can put you at ease immediately. She made driving so much more enjoyable for my son and was an excellent teacher.

Crystal Pilchard

Posting from a friends account - but ANDY was my driving instructor and he is the best! He taught me so well, and gave me tips on parallel and I got it on the first try. I was comfortable with him like I’ve known him my whole life even though I only met him once. He went over everything with me again and again until everything was perfect. Thank you driving defense academy and Andy for helping me get my license! It’s such a huge accomplishment for me as I’ve been waiting years for this. Wouldn’t have been able to do it without you guys, I will recommend all my friends and family. Definitely worth the $$ too! ❤️

Jen D'Antonio

Staff was friendly and kind! Our instructor was very helpful, and provided great tips. Awesome experience!

Brittany Stump

Jenn is an amazing coach. Very supportive and always reliable. Ten outta ten would recommend to a friend.

Robert C

I will admit, I was hesitant at first. I didn’t think I needed lessons and should just get the test from the state (PennDOT) and be done with it. But with the pandemic not allowing them to open with no way to know when they would start taking their test, I lost faith in the state. When I founded out Defense Driving Academy (DDA) would administer a test AND provide lessons with an insurance certificate as well as provide a 30hr class all in one neat package, I was thrilled. My parents bought it, and I was on the road a couple weeks later. My instructors were Pat, Andy, Jared and Greg. All were helpful. When it came time to take my test, Greg was my instructor/teacher. He ran me through parallel parking and DDA’s secret method for teaching it worked very well! I tried learning from my parents, and it didn’t go as well, but now I now how to parallel park. Greg lakes out the rules and ran me though the course, and said we could go through as many times as I wanted/needed. I did it twice, and then we called Mo over to administer my test. Mo was a funny guy and he says I need to work on my sense of humor—which I’m working on—and provided me with my stamped permit-turned-license. DDA gave me my certificate for an insurance discount a couple days later, and sent the notice to PennDOT immediately, and I received the camera card about a week and a half later. Thanks to everyone and I recommend DDA instead of testing with the state, as the wait times are through the roof! Thanks again, DDA. I’m proud to be a licensed driver.

Steve King

I took my 16 year old daughter to DDA for her drivers test after failing once at the DMV. The team at DDA were so nice and it was such a relaxed atmosphere, it really helped put my daughter's nerves at ease. I also greatly appreciated the advice they provided after her exam of a few areas where she still needed some practice. They clearly know what they are doing and I only wish I knew about them when she first got her permit. I would definitely recommend them for instruction AND testing! Thank you DDA!!

Caroline H

Defensive Driving Academy is wonderful! I had the pleasure of taking lessons from this company a few years ago when I was in the process of obtaining my driver's license. Shout-out to Ashley L., who is patient, clear in her instructions, and makes the experience enjoyable! I highly recommend this company and it is truly the best in the Delaware/Chester County area!!!

Hannah Schultz

I got my license yesterday with DDA! I could not have done it without Dennis he was such a great instructor! I can be a very anxious person which has made learning to drive with family members a challenge. Dennis was cool and collected which kept me calm and not anxious at all! I could not say any better things about him!! Thank you Dennis and DDA!

Kathleen Osterhoudt

My son is now a licensed driver thanks to DDA and the instructors, especially Dave. He felt really comfortable with Dave and he thought that he gave very practical advice. I feel very confident that my son is a safe and competent driver. All of my kids are now licensed thanks to DDA!!

Eric Bowers

Defensive Driving Academy was a phenomenal experience and well worth the money. The soonest the DMV could issue me a drivers test was in 3 and a half months. Through the DDA I'm already driving (11 days from permit to license). The instructors are personable, kind and patient. Test day didn't even feel like a test, as to where testing with the DMV felt like a nightmare. If you have any type of driving anxiety, if you want to get your license in a timely manner, if you're just looking to sharpen your skills I CAN NOT recommend the DDA enough! P.S. good luck with the wedding Sean, wish you and the misses all the best

gary tate

Great experience for my daughter. DDA was great to work with. Andy, thanks for the coaching on parallel parking. She was scared of it but once you ran her through it a few times it became easy for her. Also, my daughter was able to take her final driving class and get her test the same day at DDA's office in Newtown Square, PA. No trip to the DMV required until the camera card comes in the mail. Very convenient. Great job DDA!!!

Matthew Sparling

My teacher was Greg and I couldn’t have had a better teacher. He was great at explaining and going through what was going to be on the test, and was quick to correct any errors that I made. Greg was also very easy to talk to, and that made the entire experience a lot less stressful.

Jen Stavrakos

So happy we enlisted Defensive Driving! It was so easy to book and schedule and Sean was a calming presence the day of the test. Highly recommend!

Rodney Powell

Did the 2 hour practice + testing. Well worth the money! Instructor was very helpful and provided me with a lot of tips which helped me pass the test. Would recommend to anyone looking for extra practice before obtaining a license.

Dylan Mason

After a bad experience at the DMV with an instructor whose actions traumatized my child who is a very competent driver we turned to DDA. They took the time to instruct my teen, to make her comfortable after feeling phobic and she passed with flying colors. Wonderful experience and program!

Cairy Johnston

Honestly whoever gives this place a bad review is crazy !! My experience with Defensive Drivng Academy was absolutely AMAZING! I am so happy we found them . Andy was my driving instructor for all three of my lessons he made me feel so comfortable , and built me the confidence I needed! He made me such a better driver. And is a great person all around . His Paraell parking method is amazing i learned it in just 10 minutes and did it perfect during the test! I passed my drivers test yesterday 2/10/17. I don't know How i could have done it without Andy . He made sure I passed my test so if anyone is looking to get there drivers license or needs extra help I recommend Andy -- Everyone is great there!

Sandra Smith

Greg at Defensive Driving was an excellent instructor! He was relaxed and helped to teach my son in a positive atmosphere. I would highly recommend Greg to teach your 16 year old to drive!

Raashida Gilmore

Thank you Jennifer and the rest of the staff at DDA. My brother came to the facility for the express parallel parking and with the guidance and knowledge from his driving coach he was able to pass his driving test with pure confidence. The staff is very personable and professional. I would definitely recommend DDA for driving lessons and testing. Thanks again!!

Christine Heckman

We have used DDA for 2 of our kids and it has been so incredibly helpful. Every driving coach has been patient and positive and given great driving tips. Get ready, kid #3 will be there in a year!!

richie walker

I took a 2 hour lesson and took my drivers test the same day at the defensive driving academy in exton. My coach was Alexis and she was absolutely amazing. Going in I was very nervous because before going to defensive drive I went to my local DMV and took my drivers test and i had a horrible experience. But here everyone was so nice. When me and my coach went out to start my lesson within the first minute I already felt very much less nervous. She was very patient, we had very nice conversations, she made sure everything she was teaching me I understood. She took me through the course and gave me little tips every second. I felt like I was driving with my parents and not at a Dmv where they make you feel uncomfortable. After I was done my lesson I went in for my drivers test and even the examiner giving me my test was absolutely great! He was nice and not putting me under pressure. I passed first try!! All in all my experience at defensive driving academy was absolutely great and I recommend it to anybody that wants a great driving lesson or wants to take their driving test. Thank you so much defensive driving academy!! And thank you Alexis!

Jennifer Ebbecke

Mark was wonderful! He was kind, calm and patient.

Ed Farina

This is the place to take your driver's test! The people are friendly, helpful and very nice. Instead of ramping up the anxiety, they are calm and supportive. We signed up online, they got back to us right away and we were able to schedule an appointment within a week. Absolutely perfect. Great experience and worth every penny!

Mohammed Saiful Alam Siddiquee

The best thing about DDA is their professional attitude. They help in training before they take any driving test. The examiners are very friendly. It is a bit expensive compared to the tests in DMV, but it is worth if you can afford. Peace of mind is expensive.

Lijish George

I would definitely recommend DDA to everyone. I passed my test in the first attempt. The trainers are good and its very easy to schedule a test or a driving lesson. The test dates are easily available and we don't have to wait for months.

Philip Gehrman

My daughter had a good experience with DDA. Her instructors were friendly and helpful, especially when it came to practicing for the driving test.

Jen Matty

Awesome experience! My daughter really enjoyed her experience with DDA

Jonathan Colvson

What a positive experience! All the instructors are comforting and supportive. Well worth the investment.

Jahleel Mcelwee2

Thanks to Dee she helped me pass my test today!! I got my driving license on my first try! She is so patient and ready to help you learn and give you the best advice there’s is to helping you pass! She made me so calm and ready for my test! She is the best driving teacher there is in my opinion! Thank you Dee for the great tips and helping me pass I appreciate it!!!

bxd336

Great instructors. Made connections with student driver and put them to ease prior to testing. Also, encouraged them to practice at the site prior to the test. Will recommend this place other to other new students for obtaining DL.

Lauren Quinn

I had Maurice as a coach and John as my test examiner. I had a great experience and learned so much! My parents love it and find comfort in knowing that I’m safe on the road and have built good driving habits.

Robert Leneweaver

This was a great experience for my daughter. The drivers were very nice at DDA and I would highly recommend them to the parents any young driver preparing for their driving test.

WC Wissers

DDA was a great option to use in helping my daughter as a new driver and prepare her for her testing. I used Ken for both of my kids and highly recommend him... he's calm yet offers great instruction and tips for new drivers. Both my kids loved their time with Ken in the car. Being able to use DDA's driving test as opposed to the long wait for the PADOT's services was a true plus!! DDA was super accommodating when scheduling the driving portion of the test. Their program is worth the $$.

Bill White

Used DDA for my daughter's driver's test. Thumbs up for the entire experience. The fee for the 3rd party test was reasonable and worth every penny. Flexible, immediate scheduling. Reduced stress on a young driver. Lisa M. was courteous and made my daughter feel very comfortable. Not knocking the DMV, but I can't imagine a better way to take your driver's test.

Audrey Egan

Awesome instructors professional and overall great experience! Ww will be going back for our next child.

bradley hatt

Professionally organized, wonderful communication led by the instructors. Our instructor did a fantastic job of getting the points across in a positive way. We will be back with the next driver.

Sean Brady

Very kind people that want to see you succeed. They go over everything they expect you to know and be able to do to pass the test multiple times. They were open to answering any questions I had and helped calm all my nerves about the test. Their parallel parking method was also easy to learn to the point where I could do it confidently every time. I would recommend the Defensive Driving Academy to everyone, especially to those who are nervous about what to expect on the driving test or anyone that needs help with parallel parking.

Gianna Morescalchi

I had an amazing experience with DDA. My teacher Maurice was incredibly helpful, funny and explained everything in an easy to understand way. Would absolutely recommend him and the DDA to anyone considering lessons!!

Catalina Baldwin

I tested at the Exton Pep Boys location today with coach Alexis and tester Andy and they were amazing with helping me stay calm and focused while building my confidence in order to pass the test on my first attempt. I highly recommend the Defensive Driving Academy, the staff and coaching did a great job! Thanks DDA!

Lila Kennedy

Moe is a great driving instructor! DDA is the BEST! I felt so at ease learning how to drive and Moe my instructor was with me during the driving test for my license which helped tremendously !!

Carrie Winfield

My children had lessons and driving test at DDA and it is well worth the price for the experience and to avoid the dreaded DMV. I would recommend.

Eric Frei

Our second driver - the lessons have been great, the online course helps with insurance. The whole experience helps the test be much less stressful for all of us.

Corinne Stroup

The lessons were great! I had four coaches: Doug, Terry, Rona, and Dave. Each of them had slightly different teaching styles and focused more on different things, but each one was excellent and made me feel well prepared for my test.

Eduardo Genofre

If you move to Pennsylvania from abroad and need a Driver License, this is the place to go! Both me and my wife had the opportunity to meet their staff and have both the driving lessons and the driving test. Awesome and reliable team.

Jen Stearns

I highly recommend Defensive Driving Academy for any new driver. We went to the site in Exton and everyone from Jennifer B to Lisa M were amazing. From calling to schedule to calming down an anxious teenager driver they were wonderful. I cannot thank you guys enough for all of your help!

tquietmouse M

I failed my fisrt attempt at the driver's test and the DMV. I failed the parallel parking. I found this driving school online. I paid $25 to have a parallel parking lesson with Terry. The lesson was great and I was finally able to parallel park. I decided to take the driver's test there too, for $75. I was very relaxed and confident. I passed. I would definitely recommend this school. I feel it was worth the money to take the test there.

catherine reed

I had a lesson & test with Moe and had a great experience! I was very nervous going into it but he eased my nerves and showed me exactly what I needed to do and gave me great guidance. It was an overall great experience & Moe helped me a lot!

Mr. Black

They gave very detailed and informative lessons that helped me get my driving down to a tee. Everyone was very kind and helpful

L. Gaines

I took my driver's test today (in my own vehicle) at the Exton location within Pepboys. My tester was very friendly and put me at ease immediately, before hand I was very anxious and extremely worked up but she was great! What I really appreciated was they have cones set up where you are able to practice parallel parking right before your test, you can take as much time as you'd like and once you're ready you just let them know. The $75.00 was well worth it, I was able to schedule my driver's exam within 5 days of reaching out to them whereas at the DMV the earliest date available is in early February. I also wish I would have taken my lessons with DDA instead of choosing a different driving instructor in Delco.

Douglas Einstein

Learning and testing at DDA was absolutely terrific! Our son suffers from test anxiety. And, the great staff at DDA not only were very skilled in teaching him. But, they were extremely helpful preparing him for the test. From Jennifer to Ashley in the office, to our tester Andy, everyone was professional, knowledgeable, courteous, and helpful. I think people can easily choose DDA to test, given the convenience of test times. But, the education part of it was extremely valuable too!

Vicki Grant

My son Jake had Ashley Lawler as his instructor. She was calm and professional. She taught him everything he needed to pass his test on the first try. Ashley was unable to test Jake because she was family. Instructor John had the same qualities which made the testing non-stressful. Thanks for Defensive Driving Academy for helping Jake become a confident driver.

Brian M. Miller

DDA did a good job prepping my teen for the PA drivers test. Instructors were friendly and helpful, but definitely stressed safety and defensive driving techniques. They also administer the PA test, which is a nice convenience.

Susanna Chen

I would definitely recommend this place for new drivers. The people here were extremely nice and helpful, especially my instructor Mike M. I often get nervous behind the wheels, but he was vey encouraging, which really helped me gain confidence on the road.

Julia Mattia

Instructors are incredibly supportive and helpful through every bump- literally. Great place if you have some experience or none at all! Their methods for teaching the trickiest maneuvers for beginners are spectacular and easy to remember. Would recommend to anyone!

Rahkia Akley

They are the best very professional my instructor was phenomenal very skilled and through made the test so much easier definitely recommend going there for lessons and your test it is definitely worth it

Justin Rheinstadter

I had 3, 2-hour lessons with Sean. He was very knowledgeable and prepared me for both my test and any other driving scenarios I would face. Scheduling the test was very easy and I was able to take it only a few weeks after scheduling it.

Suzy Hartz

DD really helped us feel more secure in our child's driving ability. They took everything a step further from our personal instruction. From merging on to busy high ways, to anticipating other vehicles- to all around safe driving, DD is definitely the way to go!

Aparna Peri

Best team! I highly recommend them for their experience and expertise. This team is also very responsive to addressing all concerns raised by the parents.

Alison Troy

Defensive driving academy was just what my son needed! Practice behind the wheel and tips for parallel parking!!! Lisa was awesome and he passed his driving test on the first try! Highly recommend!!!

Patti Casey

We have used Defensive Driving for all 3 of our teenage drivers. DD instructors are very professional, always quick to respond to emails and they are very timely with scheduling appointments offering a variety of days and times to accommodate busy schedules.

Alex Almaraz

The scheduling was really fast and the interaction with with the DDA team was great, specially with Lisa M. She was so accurate, friendly, professional and for me a very good experience that makes DDA an excellent choice to get your Driver's License really quick.

Vandana Tibbani

Thank you for guiding, training and creating comfortable environment for taking test. I would recommend DDA to all levels of learners who plan to take driving test..!!

Jennifer Nehr

Excellent communication via phone and email. Instructors knowledgeable, calm, positive and professional. Lessons enhance what your child learns while in permit phase. Highly recommend!

Christian Thornton

This place was really nice, all my instructors were really helpful and drastically improved my driving. I would like to thank Mike McMenamin, Greg Kramp and Brian Lari for helping me out driving.

R M

My son started driving with Learn to Drive and transitioned over to DDA when they closed their doors. Ken also transitioned over and he was great. An added bonus was that they also administer the license test and I no longer have to drive my son to soccer.

Alexa Calder

The people are beyond kind and courteous. The woman who I took my test with was very encouraging and comforting. There was no time delay, they contacted me back within an hour and I was able to take my test within the week. As soon as I arrived they let me take my test. Would recommend for anyone.

Natural Disaster

A Very Great Experience. I had some previous driving experience before I signed up for The Adult 2Hr Prep, Test & Car Package BUT most of that experience was me driving with a friend Or two very randomly. Never had any like strict scheduled practice. I didn't have parallel parking experience at all Or any experience driving how you need to actually drive to past the test lol. Driving to me has always been stressful and something I didn't want to even do when I was younger (like every other 16 year old, I'm now 28) but as you grow up you realize you almost have no choice but to drive even if that means getting past some of your anxieties which is why I looked into this as an option. I met my driving coach (Her Name Was Lisa D, Not Sure If You Can Request Coaches But I Would Suggest Her If You Have Any Anxieties). Lisa D (My Coach) was very nice and made me feel comfortable right away. She told me things I needed to correct (In A Very Non Judgemental Way) She was also very encouraging with things I was doing right which was a great feeling. It felt like she had confidence in me and wanted me to pass and believed I could pass which was a great feeling to get from someone you seriously just met and spent a short time with lol. She was also very good at having conversations that made me feel like I was talking to a friend that was helping me vs. just a coach you don't know and who doesn't care if you pass, which is great for someone with anxiety. I would recommend her to anyone. After my coach set me up for the actual test, my tester came out (Her Name Was Terry -Hopefully I'm Spelling That Right). Terry Was Also A Great Person To Be My Tester. She obviously was testing me because that's her job but she also did a great job at talking to me calmly and acting like she was just a friend which again for someone with anxiety such as myself, that's the kind of tester I needed. Not someone like they have at a lot of other dmv places that seem like they not only don't care if you pass but they act like they don't want you to pass. So I Obviously Passed :) and it seriously is all thanks to them putting me at ease. I plan on bringing any of my future children here to learn and test because I have a feeling I won't be over my anxieties enough to ever teach my future 16 year old how to drive lol. Thank You Guys For Helping Me Get My License :)

K K

I never write reviews and always have intention to but never really make the time. For this, I had to. This place is awesome. I'm 26. Never got my license because I traveled outside the country a lot. And lived in many cities through my life. Now that I'm residing in the suburbs I really wanted to begin to drive. I did the package of two, two hour sessions. Prep and test. When I went to book on my laptop I was surprised how quick and easy it was. I got a confirmation email with dates and then a man named Sean Murrin I believe was teacher. He picked me up from my home and we practiced. He taught me maneuvers I never would have thought of. A week later I scheduled a test date. Passed on the first try! We went over it for 2 hrs before I even took the test. By then all was a breeze. The patience and kindness of these people are wonderful. Sean is an excellent teacher and I'm so glad I can begin this area of my life! Thank you Defensive Driving :)

Trez Malatesta

I graduated from this program 8 years ago and I’m still using the tips and tricks that I learned to this day. I can proudly say I’ve never caused an accident in my 8 years of driving and I’ve been able to avoid many accidents because of DDA. Jen is a wonderful instructor who helps you become a confident and defensive driver- skills you’re going to need for the rest of your life.

Kimberly Vandergrift

We used DDA for my 16 year old. He had been driving for 6 months and went to take his license test at PennDot and failed. We went to DDA, he did the hr long course reviewing parallel parking, etc and then took his test and passed with flying colors. Would most definitely recommend them to everyone !!!!

Matt Daly

Mr. Fioca was a great instructor. He showed me everything I needed to know and I passed my driver’s test in one try. Would definitely recommend defensive driving for taking your driver’s test.

Raffi Jehanian

Ms Terry is the best. Was so caring and helpful to our daughter with her anxiety about driving. She made her relaxed and comfortable.

Anita Bostwick

I had a really good experience at Defensive Driving Academy both times I took my driving test with them, and they were excellent. The staff was very nice and pleasant. Thank you again Defensive Driving Academy!

Anna Koltsova

Great experience! My daughter took her time to get used to the whole idea of driving but testing after taking DDA lessons was straight forward and stress free.

Colleen Hand

Terry was wonderful with my daughter. She was patient and very knowledgeable. My daughter is now a confident and safe driver.

hporfidelito

Excellent School! My son received thorough training on road rules & safe driving and testing from the courteous and friendly staff. Highly recommend this program for a job well done!

lori L

Registered for my daughter to take her test with them late Sunday night and by 8 am Monday morning I had an email with dates and times available for the following week. Quick check in amd out and they let her practice parallel parking before the test. They made her feel at ease before and during the test. Better experience than the DMV.

Betty Weber

We would highly recommend Defensive Driving Academy. They spent the time to make my daughter feel comfortable and they gave great feedback - both what she does well and what she needs to look out for when driving!

Jamie Hold

The defensive driving team here is AWESOME. They make you feel very relaxed and help calm you down when they can tell you are nervous. Jen and Sal were AMAZING, thank you guys so much for everything today!!!!!!! Being a person with terrible anxiety, you really did help me today and I could not be more greatful!! Will recommend to EVERYONE I know without a driver’s license! Again, thank you! -Jamie Hold :)

Chel-Lei Twyman

Pam was great a instructor. She really calmed my nerves of when it came to driving with her. Andy was great examiner. He let me take my time during the test.

Susan Damico

Every driver that came to our house was pleasant, kind, and put my daughter at ease. She feels so much more confident because of the driving instructors she worked with at DDA. Thank you!

Aj Brown

This is an amazing school! The instructors are very precise with their direction during practice runs and are even better when you're preparing for the test. I'm so glad I went here. I will recommend this school to as many people as I can!! Thank you so much DDA!

Evy Timothy

Our 2nd child used DDA with same good experience. Great guidance and trustworthy. Thanks DDA!!

Marisa Pipitone

Highly recommend the defensive driving academy for driving lessons and test center! All instructors made me feel very comfortable and at ease and much easier taking test at their test rather than the DMV!

Domenique DiStefano

Very pleased with my lessons. Mrs. Magnin was a awesome teacher, friendly, informative etc. I would highly recommend DDA to any friends or family for driving lessons!

joey maffei

Glad we found DDA. Dennis and Maurice made me feel comfortable while giving me driving instructions and teaching me to parallel park. Lynn made me feel calm while testing me. Will definitely recommend Defensive Driving Academy.

Vrushali Dixit

My Coach Andy was extremely patient and understanding. I could gain driving confidence . Always punctual and ready to give a new student time to learn. I hight recommend using DDA to sharpen your driving skills.

Will Gottesman

I had a great experience driving with Maurice! He was extremely helpful and a very nice on top of that. All in all, I had a great experience and would highly recommend using this company.

Christina DiSanto

Just passed my test today! I was a very nervous driver but Coach Shaun helped me overcome it and prepared me well in advance for my test. Only three lessons and I felt like a driver already. The staff are all great people and don’t make you feel anxious. Thank you DDA!

Skunk Hollow Leadership

Even though Tom was ready to drive , he had failed at the DMV test at the parallel parking part right at the beginning and the next available spot for DMV testing was September ! We booked the $99 test only option with defense driving in Newtown square and were able to schedule the test the following week. Everything was easy . We even could practice the parking right before the start of the exam so Tom was relaxed and successful . The whole ambiance in the office and the examiners/instructors were so much more pleasant than DMV !It is totally worth the money !Thank you

Kevin Jackson

Dave Dartnell did a wonderful job with our daughter on her last lesson. She followed the lesson with a successful passing of test. He help in putting her at ease. Thanks Dave!

Anthony DiDonato

DDA is the best place to send your teenagers (or adults) for driving education, instruction and testing! We just completed lessons & testing (PASS!! 😊) for our 3rd teenager!! We have one more to go and rest assured that he will be going to DDA! …

Dave Ramani

Greg Kramp did a wonderful job with our son. I highly recommend him to teach your child as well. Sign him/her up and request Greg NOW !!! DO IT !!!!

TaQuan Harris

A great team at DDA, not only were they very helpful during my 30 minute prep but they also helped me relax before my actual test. This place is a 5 out of 5 from the instruction, to the customer service, and examination. Highly recommend!

Katie Bongiovanni

I had great teachers and got great experience. I especially recommend Ken, who I had right before my test. He made the testing process incredible and I was able to pass on my first try!

Em Mirra

I passed my license exam on my first go thanks to DDA! When I first started driving I was nervous, especially in traffic. Now I am confident behind the wheel and feel more in control.

Grace O'Boyle

I just got my license today!!! The people at the DDA are amazing! They are nothing but kind and they only want to see you succeed, which was very important for me because I have serious testing anxiety so they helped me relax and just push through. Thank you so much Lisa M and John!

E. Paul Wileyto

We found these folks to be courteous and efficient. We went there for testing only. The Academy is allowed to do private driver testing for the State of Pennsylvania, and as such, they fill a real need created by Pennsylvania's testing bottleneck. If you go to the Penn DOT facilities for testing, you need to schedule an appointment 5 weeks out. If you miss parallel parking, or you're on the wrong side of an examiner's bad day, you end up waiting another 5 weeks. You might be able to get better dates, but you need to drive half way across the state to do it. This place is wonderful bypassing of the state bureaucracy.

Abby Finney

Someone who did our review was professional and helpful. They are clearly interested in making sure students pass test . We have never done classes just our test

Andrew Neuwirth

DDA did a great job putting our daughter at ease, and they gave her great instruction on how to drive safely

Kiera

My driving instructor made me feel really comfortable and helped me out a lot. Huge upgrade from the people at the DMV. Definitely recommend!

Heather Hickey

Very easy to work with. Great communication! I would recommend for anyone! My other 3 children will definitely be doing this program!

Madeline Wexler

Felt very comfortable with my instructor and they helped calm my nerves so I had a smooth and successful test.

Benjamin Falconer

A great way to take your driver's license test! They do a very nice job.

Steven Haddad

My daughter was the last of three children to go through DDA. I appreciated the patience of her coach, and my daughter really enjoyed her time behind the wheel.

Nick McIntosh

Really nervous at first when I came in. My instructor John calmed me down. Which made me feel a lot better. Definitely recommend this place over the dmv. 5 stars to this place and John!

soniahoroz

Great work and experience with this academy and JOYCE!

Ashley Kim

I had a great experience and Moe was the best! He really helped me feel prepared for the test with his positivity and professionalism.

Lalonnie Walker

Great experience! They really care about the students!

Kari Larosa

Ashley is awesome. So patient and really in tune to my daughter's strengths and weaknesses. Always on time and professional. I always highly recommend Defensive Driving Academy and Ashley!!!!

Eleni Lantzouni

Very happy with the program My daughter gained confidence and learned skills As a parent I recommend it for all teens Eleni Lantzouni

Patricia Buchanan

I had a great experience. My instructor was Derrick and he helped me not be nervous and worry. Showed me the best&safe way to parallel park.

Sophie Koziol

Defensive driving was great! Dave was a very patient instructor and was so nice to me, I loved talking to him and getting to know him! He’s the best!!!

Lisa Starczewski

My son had a wonderful experience here - they have experienced dedicated instructors and they instill confidence in the student so that they can relax and pass the test. Thanks DDA!

Phuong Lee

DDA set a foundation for All 3 of my children before I take them out to practice. I feel that it is important they hear the rules from the professionals first and all we have to do is reinforce them. Needless to say, itt makes for better relationships between parent and child. I am comforted to know that my kids learned how to drive defensively and safely from DDA.

Julia Ingersoll

Incredibly flexible and professional. Our third child just worked withthem to complete her licenses. Tank you DDA

Rebecca S

They did a really good job helping me earn my license!

Ella O

Coach Dave was awesome! So glad I had someone to teach me driving in a calm environment. Getting license from Defensive Driving Academy was perfect experience.

Edward Norris

Everything went smoothly and efficiently. I was able to quickly book the test online. Waiting for the State DMV testing would have taken a month.

Lou Harrison

Everyone at DDA was very helpful throughout the whole process. They are knowledgeable and are very good at what they do. They make driving with them relaxing and do a great job taking the stress out of the whole situation. i would recommend them to anyone

Aaron Worsnup

Instructors were all great. Gave a lot of helpful pointers to remember while driving!

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