11 Reviews

Alliance Defensive Driving School Dr Ed

Escondido, California
General Info
We specialize in Defensive Driving, Online Driver's Education, Teen Drivers, Mature Drivers, Nervous Drivers.
Reviews
Cadence Kim
3 Jun 2026
REPORT
Good experience overall. The process was easy, the instruction was clear, and it was a great value. Would definitely recommend if you need to get this done without any headaches.
Carin Nelson
8 May 2026
REPORT
Highly recommend. My children are a year apart and we used Alliance back to back. My son tested at Oceanside and my daughter at San Marcos. Different instructors, both fantastic!
Vicky Hsu
30 Nov 2025
REPORT
I cannot say enough amazing things about alliance driving and Melissa! I’ve had years of driving anxiety and was a completely new driver, but she made me feel so comfortable and taught so much. She ex... Read More
I cannot say enough amazing things about alliance driving and Melissa! I’ve had years of driving anxiety and was a completely new driver, but she made me feel so comfortable and taught so much. She explains rules and gives tips so well, and easily understandable. I passed my test first try and I genuinely loved talking with Melissa and appreciate her so much! Read Less
Cliff Dickey
26 Mar 2024
REPORT
Highly recommend Alliance. We had Marc Stephens for our last two behind the wheel lessons and he was extremely helpful, professional and definitely got our son ready for his behind the wheel exam, wh... Read More
Highly recommend Alliance. We had Marc Stephens for our last two behind the wheel lessons and he was extremely helpful, professional and definitely got our son ready for his behind the wheel exam, which he passed successfully. We have now used Alliance on all three of our kids and have recommended them to several friends. The website is easy to use as far as scheduling/managing lessons. Our instructor, Marc, provided the right balance of DMV driving test training/tips with real-life driving situations/conditions. Thanks. Read Less
Solen Hanna
23 Jan 2023
REPORT
First of all, I have another teacher from a different company and I just didn’t like it, so when I booked my hours to get lesson here. I was able to drive, it felt impossible but I did it. I failed my... Read More
First of all, I have another teacher from a different company and I just didn’t like it, so when I booked my hours to get lesson here. I was able to drive, it felt impossible but I did it. I failed my first time but my second I passed and I was grateful to get tips and information from the Instructor, if anyone is wondering Mark is the best guy for it. He was patient with me and trusted me in driving and made drive a lot better than before. I Highly highly recommend this place and the people and staff are nice as well Read Less
Kimberly Bass
5 Nov 2015
REPORT
I had a driving issue and I was referred to Alliance Defensive Driving School. I have had the good fortune to work with Gerald who has helped me immensely! His calm, relaxed, encouraging style is awes... Read More
I had a driving issue and I was referred to Alliance Defensive Driving School. I have had the good fortune to work with Gerald who has helped me immensely! His calm, relaxed, encouraging style is awesome! I would recommend this school and Gerald to the beginner driver up to a senior driver that needs some driving assistance Read Less
catiacosta
5 May 2013
REPORT
I am so glad that I passed my driving test with only two minor faults. I am thankful for what I have learned from my instructor Sonia. She is amazing, full of energy and passionate in teaching. I woul... Read More
I am so glad that I passed my driving test with only two minor faults. I am thankful for what I have learned from my instructor Sonia. She is amazing, full of energy and passionate in teaching. I would highly recommend “Alliance Defensive Driving School”. Read Less
Catia C
4 May 2013
REPORT
I am so glad that I passed my driving test with only two minor faults. I am thankful for what I have learned from my instructor Sonya. She is amazing, full of energy and passionate in teaching. I woul... Read More
I am so glad that I passed my driving test with only two minor faults. I am thankful for what I have learned from my instructor Sonya. She is amazing, full of energy and passionate in teaching. I would highly recommend “Alliance Defensive Driving School”. Read Less
A Google User
24 Jan 2010
REPORT
Great price, great teachers, non threatening, patience galore. Gerald worked with me until I felt confident I understood the technicalities of driving. I never wanted to drive before, so this was a bi... Read More
Great price, great teachers, non threatening, patience galore. Gerald worked with me until I felt confident I understood the technicalities of driving. I never wanted to drive before, so this was a big step for me. Gerald understood that and never pushed me to do things that I felt I wasn't ready for. He let me decide for myself, and you know, that really worked for me because I learned faster than I usually do! I would highly recommend this driving school to anyone who wanted to learn to drive. Read Less
A Google User
21 Jan 2010
REPORT
Gerald, Alliance Defensive Driving School's founder, is great to work with. He worked with both of our children who are now excellent, confident drivers. Both passed their driving tests with almost ... Read More
Gerald, Alliance Defensive Driving School's founder, is great to work with. He worked with both of our children who are now excellent, confident drivers. Both passed their driving tests with almost perfect scores. Our friends commented on how well my son drives and asked for Gerald when it was their turn to "teach their children to drive." Gerald did a very good job of explaining to us what we needed to work on and emphasize when we were in our car. We only have the best things to say about working with him. Read Less
A Google User
3 Oct 2009
REPORT
So glad to see Gerald's School listed on Google Maps! Just want to throw in my two cents by saying: if you're thinking of taking driving lessons and looking for a calm, non-screaming, non-threatening ... Read More
So glad to see Gerald's School listed on Google Maps! Just want to throw in my two cents by saying: if you're thinking of taking driving lessons and looking for a calm, non-screaming, non-threatening instructor, look no further--Gerald's your man! This most applies if you are the nervous, scared-out-of-your mind type. Believe me, I must have been one of his worst students ever, yet not once did he ever lose his cool with me. Plus his prices are very fair. Some of the other bigger schools had higher prices and weren't as impressive in what they had to offer in terms of quality education. You got the feeling that they were basically in it for the money. With Gerald it's the exact opposite, he really cares about making sure you understand all the various nuances of driving safely. Soon you'll find yourself one of the best drivers out there and hopelessly critiquing the driving skills (or lack thereof) of your fellow motorists, muttering to yourself, "Gerald would say..." or "Tsk, tsk, poor driving skills, could use a lesson or two with Gerald...", and so on. Thanks Gerald!!Read Less
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365 West 2nd Avenue
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Alliance Defensive Driving School Dr Ed

Escondido, California
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365 West 2nd Avenue
Escondido California 92025
We specialize in Defensive Driving, Online Driver's Education, Teen Drivers, Mature Drivers, Nervous Drivers.
Monday
09:00AM-12:00PM
Tuesday
09:00AM-12:00PM
Wednesday
09:00AM-12:00PM
Thursday
09:00AM-12:00PM
Friday
09:00AM-12:00PM
Saturday
09:00AM-12:00PM
Sunday
09:00AM-12:00PM
Cadence Kim
3 Jun 2026
REPORT
Good experience overall. The process was easy, the instruction was clear, and it was a great value. Would definitely recommend if you need to get this done without any headaches.
Carin Nelson
8 May 2026
REPORT
Highly recommend. My children are a year apart and we used Alliance back to back. My son tested at Oceanside and my daughter at San Marcos. Different instructors, both fantastic!
Vicky Hsu
30 Nov 2025
REPORT
I cannot say enough amazing things about alliance driving and Melissa! I’ve had years of driving anxiety and was a completely new driver, but she made me feel so comfortable and taught so much. She ex... Read More
I cannot say enough amazing things about alliance driving and Melissa! I’ve had years of driving anxiety and was a completely new driver, but she made me feel so comfortable and taught so much. She explains rules and gives tips so well, and easily understandable. I passed my test first try and I genuinely loved talking with Melissa and appreciate her so much! Read Less
Cliff Dickey
26 Mar 2024
REPORT
Highly recommend Alliance. We had Marc Stephens for our last two behind the wheel lessons and he was extremely helpful, professional and definitely got our son ready for his behind the wheel exam, wh... Read More
Highly recommend Alliance. We had Marc Stephens for our last two behind the wheel lessons and he was extremely helpful, professional and definitely got our son ready for his behind the wheel exam, which he passed successfully. We have now used Alliance on all three of our kids and have recommended them to several friends. The website is easy to use as far as scheduling/managing lessons. Our instructor, Marc, provided the right balance of DMV driving test training/tips with real-life driving situations/conditions. Thanks. Read Less
Solen Hanna
23 Jan 2023
REPORT
First of all, I have another teacher from a different company and I just didn’t like it, so when I booked my hours to get lesson here. I was able to drive, it felt impossible but I did it. I failed my... Read More
First of all, I have another teacher from a different company and I just didn’t like it, so when I booked my hours to get lesson here. I was able to drive, it felt impossible but I did it. I failed my first time but my second I passed and I was grateful to get tips and information from the Instructor, if anyone is wondering Mark is the best guy for it. He was patient with me and trusted me in driving and made drive a lot better than before. I Highly highly recommend this place and the people and staff are nice as well Read Less
Kimberly Bass
5 Nov 2015
REPORT
I had a driving issue and I was referred to Alliance Defensive Driving School. I have had the good fortune to work with Gerald who has helped me immensely! His calm, relaxed, encouraging style is awes... Read More
I had a driving issue and I was referred to Alliance Defensive Driving School. I have had the good fortune to work with Gerald who has helped me immensely! His calm, relaxed, encouraging style is awesome! I would recommend this school and Gerald to the beginner driver up to a senior driver that needs some driving assistance Read Less
catiacosta
5 May 2013
REPORT
I am so glad that I passed my driving test with only two minor faults. I am thankful for what I have learned from my instructor Sonia. She is amazing, full of energy and passionate in teaching. I woul... Read More
I am so glad that I passed my driving test with only two minor faults. I am thankful for what I have learned from my instructor Sonia. She is amazing, full of energy and passionate in teaching. I would highly recommend “Alliance Defensive Driving School”. Read Less
Catia C
4 May 2013
REPORT
I am so glad that I passed my driving test with only two minor faults. I am thankful for what I have learned from my instructor Sonya. She is amazing, full of energy and passionate in teaching. I woul... Read More
I am so glad that I passed my driving test with only two minor faults. I am thankful for what I have learned from my instructor Sonya. She is amazing, full of energy and passionate in teaching. I would highly recommend “Alliance Defensive Driving School”. Read Less
A Google User
24 Jan 2010
REPORT
Great price, great teachers, non threatening, patience galore. Gerald worked with me until I felt confident I understood the technicalities of driving. I never wanted to drive before, so this was a bi... Read More
Great price, great teachers, non threatening, patience galore. Gerald worked with me until I felt confident I understood the technicalities of driving. I never wanted to drive before, so this was a big step for me. Gerald understood that and never pushed me to do things that I felt I wasn't ready for. He let me decide for myself, and you know, that really worked for me because I learned faster than I usually do! I would highly recommend this driving school to anyone who wanted to learn to drive. Read Less
A Google User
21 Jan 2010
REPORT
Gerald, Alliance Defensive Driving School's founder, is great to work with. He worked with both of our children who are now excellent, confident drivers. Both passed their driving tests with almost ... Read More
Gerald, Alliance Defensive Driving School's founder, is great to work with. He worked with both of our children who are now excellent, confident drivers. Both passed their driving tests with almost perfect scores. Our friends commented on how well my son drives and asked for Gerald when it was their turn to "teach their children to drive." Gerald did a very good job of explaining to us what we needed to work on and emphasize when we were in our car. We only have the best things to say about working with him. Read Less
A Google User
3 Oct 2009
REPORT
So glad to see Gerald's School listed on Google Maps! Just want to throw in my two cents by saying: if you're thinking of taking driving lessons and looking for a calm, non-screaming, non-threatening ... Read More
So glad to see Gerald's School listed on Google Maps! Just want to throw in my two cents by saying: if you're thinking of taking driving lessons and looking for a calm, non-screaming, non-threatening instructor, look no further--Gerald's your man! This most applies if you are the nervous, scared-out-of-your mind type. Believe me, I must have been one of his worst students ever, yet not once did he ever lose his cool with me. Plus his prices are very fair. Some of the other bigger schools had higher prices and weren't as impressive in what they had to offer in terms of quality education. You got the feeling that they were basically in it for the money. With Gerald it's the exact opposite, he really cares about making sure you understand all the various nuances of driving safely. Soon you'll find yourself one of the best drivers out there and hopelessly critiquing the driving skills (or lack thereof) of your fellow motorists, muttering to yourself, "Gerald would say..." or "Tsk, tsk, poor driving skills, could use a lesson or two with Gerald...", and so on. Thanks Gerald!!Read Less
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