Testimonials

Akacia M

Jana was amazing! She had the perfect balance of humor and seriousness while teaching me how to navigate the road. She not only showed me how to drive but also gave me valuable life-long driving skills that I’ll always carry with me. I would highly recommend her school to anyone looking for a great driving instructor and experience.

Luna G

Thank you Elba!!!! I was so nervous about my son driving and you took those worries away. I will be using this service again for my next child. Communication was amazing and scheduling was easy.

Charlie F

Elba is a very kind, patient and thorough instructor. We could have not asked for a better instructor. AAAAA+++++ FIVE STARS for this driving school.

A T

Emma is an amazing instructor. She boosted skills, safety and confidence. Highly recommended.

Lyla B

i learned how to drive very quickly, and my instructor Emma was very helpful and nice. would recommend!

Alexis W

My son recently completed his driving lessons with Emerald Coast Driving School, and we couldn’t be happier with the experience. His instructor, Emma, was absolutely amazing. She was patient, encouraging, and really took the time to make sure he felt comfortable and confident behind the wheel. Her calm approach and clear instruction made a huge difference for him. Emma not only taught him how to drive, she also helped him build safe habits and the right mindset for being on the road. As a parent, I really appreciated the regular feedback and updates on his progress. It was clear that she genuinely cared about his success and safety. The school was easy to work with, very responsive, and made scheduling simple. I highly recommend Emerald Coast Driving School, especially if you can get Emma as your instructor. She’s fantastic!

Edvand S

Best driving instructor you can ask for ????she was soo patient with me and very supportive and friendly would definitely recommend

Sarah J

Before taking this class I wasn’t confident, I was fearful of the road and I was plagued with driving anxiety but after completing my course I was confident and given the tools to feel safe and secure while driving. Believe me when I say this course is worth every penny and dime. Thank you Emerald coast for helping me gain my freedom and confidence.

cheryl d

Emma has been incredibly professional, encouraging and supportive towards my son, who began as a reluctant driver. He has gained so much confidence with her guidance and enthusiasm for teaching! We are so grateful for this experience! I highly recommend Emma for any new learner!

Rachel R

The last few years we had come to the conclusion that our son would never be able to drive as his fear and anxiety had debilitated him to the point it was not an option. That was real until the day we met Emma Parker. She opened doors for him that I feared were sealed shut. He has found confidence, excitement and independence and it would not have been possible without her. Emma is an angel in my eyes and someone I will never forget. She is patient, understanding and took an approach with him that was exactly what he needed. Her ability to connect with him and coach him up was beyond reproach. I am eternally grateful and could never truly repay the hope she has restored to our family. Thank you.

Joe S

My instructor Emma actually made me WANT to drive. I am still a bit nervous regarding it and about some of it. But emma taught me a bunch of strategies and tips i can actually use now to make myself feel far FAR more confident and safe when im behind the wheel.

Alyssa M

The driving instructor was amazing!! She is super nice and makes learning how to drive easy, because of her I can drive better than most of my friends.

Nolan B

Emma Parker was an incredible teacher and she taught me to be efficient and to be quick on my feet. Wonderful, highly recommend it. She’s also really funny.

Shelby J

I took the course with Emma. She was amazing very kind and calm. She gave me the confidence that I needed.

nyx B

Where do i begin Miss. Emma is amazing. In the beginning I was nervous didn’t have a clue about driving. But the patience and determination and dedication this woman had to teach me was incredible. Now i can proudly say that i can drive just because of her. If you’re a beginner and you have no guidance this is where you got to go yes it’s very expensive but precautions are anyday better than cure. Thanks you again Miss Emma forever gonna be grateful.

Carleigh K

I had Mr. Tim. My name was too long for the computer system so he called up the DMV after sending me and my Mom off to come back tomorrow when he had it all hammered out. So me and my Mom get home, we have dinner, I'm sitting down drinking my soda and all of a sudden I get a call from Mr. Tim and sure enough he says "Hey, I just couldn't let this go. Your name was too long for the system, here's what it is now, if you want we can do your driving test now." It was 6 something pm, and I turned to my Mom and she was like "YES let's go!" SO I told Mr. Tim and he was like "Alright awesome, just text me when you get here so I can let you in." SO we get there, he let's us in, 5 minutes tops go by and me and Mr. Tim are out the door, in the car, and we're taking my driving test. It was no longer than 15 minutes, and we were talking about random things the whole time. Mr. Tim is a very kind instructor, and I truly enjoyed my time there. It was way better than sitting in the DMV for hours and hours. I definitely recommend going there for your drivers test cause it was AWESOME.

Amanda G

Emma was amazing with my son. Highly recommend!!

Stephanie E

As someone who has driven with other driving schools in the past, Jana is the best driving instructor I have ever had. She went above and beyond and taught me driving tips that I know I will use for the rest of my life. Just from meeting her you will know she has passion for making the roads a safer place and cares deeply for her students. She helped me overcome any anxiety I had being behind the wheel and she taught me the most important lesson of all: driving safe is no accident! Anyone looking for a driving school that will teach you how to become an excellent and safe driver, Emerald Coast is no doubt the best driving school in the area. 10/10 experience. Thank you Jana for being the best driving instructor ever! <3

Amy S

Jana is awesome! I highly recommend Emerald Coast Driving School.

Kimberly T

Absolutely the best driving school! I highly recommend Jana and her company! Our son is now a safe responsible driver! She definitely knows how to in-still confidence, trust and knowledge in these kids about driver safety/operation! As parents we have peace of mind when our 16 year old leaves the house to drive now! Thank you Emerald Coast Driving School!

Christina D

I cannot recommend Mr. Tim enough for the road skills exam prep lesson. My son felt very prepared for his test at the Okaloosa County Tax collector location. He was even complimented by the test administrator, and the credit definitely goes to Mr. Tim!! He will get your student prepared to pass with flying colors!

Maryam A

I really enjoyed my sessions with Ms. Jana, who was informative, caring, and patient with me every step of the way. I was very nervous in the beginning, but with Ms. Jana’s help, I became comfortable enough to drive on highways and hectic Walmart parking lots. Sign up with this driving school; you won’t regret it!

R C

Jana is a wonderful instructor! Emphasizes safety on the road first and foremost. I am especially grateful for her calling out and explaining everything she saw on the road in our lessons. Helped me understand what to be aware of to be a safe driver!

Amanda G

Ms Jana was a great instructor and helped my daughter improve so much more! Very committed , she did a great job in teaching my daughter and also finding slot that worked on both their agendas. My daughter will definitely miss her classes! Thank you for everything.

Elizabeth H

We were extremely pleased with Emerald Coast Driving School and Jana. She was the best and we would highly recommend her to anyone!

Heather Z

Great company!! Really helped my son with his confidence behind the wheel. Would highly recommend!

Ashlie R

Emerald Coast Driving School was an amazing experience! Our son loves Miss Emma and looked forward to his lessons. Miss Emma made him a more confident and careful driver, and we can’t thank her enough!

Leidy P

Thank you for being the best instructor, Mrs. Elba! With your orientation , you taught me the skills to be a safe driver.

Emma F

Request change of dates for Emma Frye for 21 December and 23 December.

Samuel J

I am so grateful to have found Emerald Coast Driving School for my son. The experience was exceptional from start to finish! Elba was an incredible instructor—her punctuality, encouragement, and patience truly stood out. She created a comfortable and supportive environment where Samuel could learn confidently. Before starting, Samuel wasn’t very interested in driving, but after completing the lessons, he’s eager to practice all the time! The transformation has been amazing, and I credit Elba for giving him the skills and confidence to succeed. I highly recommend Emerald Coast Driving School to any parent looking for a reliable and professional driving school. We’ll definitely be back when it’s time for my youngest son to start learning. Thank you for such a positive experience!

Sawyer G

Emma has amazing insights to fully educate young learners into confident drivers. We feel great with our son behind the wheel getting much more than his license due to his lessons with Emma

Emma W

Jana was amazing! She was very patient with my daughter and taught her many skills to improve her driving. My daughter had really bad anxiety due to an accident she witnessed and Jana’s calming approach helped my daughter overcome her fear of driving. Her driving and confidence have improved drastically from these lessons. I cannot recommend this company enough!

Reagan M

Emma was a fantastic driving instructor. In first starting my lessons I struggled with a lot of anxiety surrounding my driving, but in learning from Emma I feel confident and at ease with driving! She was extremely patient, sweet, and did her job excellently. I enjoyed her company a lot and her teaching has helped me immensely. She gave me tips that helped me feel more in control and confident when driving on the road that I could not have learned anywhere else. My driving skills have improved drastically because of Emma and Emerald Coast Driving School and I could not be more grateful to them.

Kimberly S

WOW, I was so impressed from the start of this process until the end that I had to write a review. Jana Piper is professional. super friendly, prompt in her response time, and most of all she made me less anxious about the driving class. I highly recommend this school for anyone that needs a little "TLC" as I did!! This TEACHER gives Jana an A+ RATING! Kim Sumrall

Rachel R

Makaila P

Hi! My daughter Makaila just had Emma has her instructor last month and I can’t tell you enough how great she was! My daughter was scared to drive on 98 for a long time. But Ms Emma gave her all the tools she needed and made her a more confident driver! She still quotes things that Ms Emma taught her and I can’t thank her enough! She was great with communicating, patient, and my daughter really enjoyed her, had nothing but good things to say about their lessons together. Would 100 percent recommend Emma as an instructor! Loved her!

David P

My son said Jana made him feel very comfortable and had an excellent experience. Quick appointment and even got him in a little earlier then scheduled.

Rosemarie J

Was highly recommended by Destin office and friends

Genesis R

Jana was absolutely amazing! She really helped me get over my driving anxiety and was incredibly patient no matter how much I messed up and thanks to her I was able to drive to the store today after receiving my license! She's so sweet and understanding, a great teacher and I couldn't have done it without her. Any reviews that trash her or the company are just from small minded petty people, let these positive views always outshine them! I'm going to recommend her to my cousin who's coming to the age of driving in just a few short years! Jana is absolutely the best and I'll never say otherwise!

Angelica S

Thank you Emerald Coast Driving School for teaching my daughter how to drive safely and confidently! Elba her instructor was amazing! She was friendly, patient, and supportive throughout the course. She taught my daughter how to handle different road situations and gave her valuable tips and advice. My daughter learned so much from her and enjoyed every minute of it. I am so proud of my daughter and so grateful to Emerald Coast Driving School for their excellent service. Elba is the best driving instructor Niceville location you can find!

Ashley G

I had a great experience with Ms. Emma it couldn’t have gone a better way. She was really patient with me . She is really sweet which helped with my anxiety. I am definitely more confident in my driving now.

Maddy C

Our daughter didn’t want to miss school or extracurricular activities for an appointment at the DMV, so a Saturday road exam was perfect for us. Mr. Tim was wonderful! He explained every expectation clearly, was patient and had the best personality. We give Mr. Tim an A+. The entire process from booking our appointment online, to filling out paperwork at the office in FWB was a 10 out of 10. Highly recommend booking through emeraldcoastdrivingschool:)

Megan V

Emerald Coast Driving School is the Absolute Best thing to happen for my daughter. Right from the start the entire process was professional and delivered a service far above what I even expected. Emma, my daughters instructor was one of the kindest individuals I have met. She is professional, caring and taught my daughter so much about driving. Emma always shared how my daughter was doing after each lesson which I truly appreciated. Emma taught my daughter lessons I know she will carry on for her entire driving career. We are so happy we found Emma and Emerald Coast Driving School!

Karen S

We were so pleased to find Emerald Coast Driving School for our daughter. She had been driving with her parents for about a year, but we wanted her to have another "instructor's" perspective/ expertise before completing her driving test and obtaining her license. Mr. Tim was a God sent answer to the many anxious mommy prayers I had sent up ;). He was the exact person our daughter needed to gain more knowledge and confidence behind the wheel. He was calm and collected. He reinforced the no nonsense, or being distracted while driving, that needed to be taught also. I can not say enough good things about Mr. Tim and the Emerald Coast Driving School. They are a wonderful business that is serving/ preparing our teen drivers better than any other option I viewed out there. Top notch customer service and wonderful training. We genuinely felt like our daughter was viewed as one of Mr. Tim's own family members. He instructed and prepared her perfectly for her driving test and continued independent driving so wonderfully.

Hunter E

The Team at Emerald Coast Driving School is exceptional! The service and quality of the driving instruction provided to my son was superb. Thank you, Miss Emma! You taught my son the proper skills to be a good driver, with your patience and expertise.

Kane T

This is the best investment for my son Kane. Miss Emma was amazing and he learned so much from her. The driving skills he learned will be with him forever. Miss Emma was extremely patient and an excellent instructor.

Charmaine R

I am so elated after completing the driving course with Jana Piper,I can testify I am now a safe independent driver on the through highways Jana piper is amazing, she has the ability to build confidence,she's knowledgeable, she knows how to intereact with her fellow student drivers , evidence from my first assessment with her builds my confident knowing she valued student driver time and activities, Fellow Floridians and surrounding resident if you are inneed of training to be a confident and safe driver's to obtain your drivers license,Emerald Coast driving school with instructor Jana Piper DMV certified instructor is the way to go. I highly recommend Jana Piper Emerald Coast Driving institute you won't be dissapointed Thank you Jana Piper

Stephanie S

A driving school you can trust with instructors that are clearly passionate about the safety of your child. After speaking with Jana about my concerns for Emily's long term goals, she assured me that we would see visible progress in our daughters ability to make safe decisions beginning with her most familiar routes to and from work and school. We were very excited to know that highway exposure was an add-on lesson opportunity, especially with college right around the corner! We are grateful that this service exists for the much needed guidance helping young adults embark on the journey of potentially dangerous roadways. Thank you Emerald Coast Driving School for supporting concerned parents!

Ava J

I am over the moon with Emerald Coast Driving School. Our daughters driving instructor was absolutely AMAZING! Jana was able to engage my daughter and build the confidence that we as parents couldn't, no matter how hard we tried. I appreciated the care and concern she shared with us after each lesson. We were given great guidance on how to support her outside of the professional instruction. This company will have your child "going places"! Highly recommend, you will not be disappointed!