The Americas Driving Academy
Riverdale Park, Maryland
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Diana Ringor
15 May 2026
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I just passed my road test (first try! Yay!) and a big reason behind that is because of Israel and his patience with me. I’m in my 40s, so I’m old and I’ve never had a license (up until now of course ...
I just passed my road test (first try! Yay!) and a big reason behind that is because of Israel and his patience with me. I’m in my 40s, so I’m old and I’ve never had a license (up until now of course lol) because of just extreme anxiety and fear of driving. He’s patient, explained everything clearly and made feel calm and comfortable. I’d highly recommend him and the academy to anyone looking for a place to learn and pass the road test. 😊
Michelle Burns
21 Mar 2026
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Israel helped my daughter pass her driving test with private lessons and special attention to her problem areas after she failed the test the first time, coming out of a different school. Highly recom...
Israel helped my daughter pass her driving test with private lessons and special attention to her problem areas after she failed the test the first time, coming out of a different school. Highly recommend for Israel's patience and practical guidance.
Mercedes Burke
8 Nov 2025
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Israel, the instructor, makes the most seemingly annoying forced process surprisingly fun and active so it goes so fast, while receiving a full education on the rules, ensuring we comply with safety p...
Israel, the instructor, makes the most seemingly annoying forced process surprisingly fun and active so it goes so fast, while receiving a full education on the rules, ensuring we comply with safety procedures, and understand the depth of what holding a license means. I could have easily gotten my license years ago in DC but lazily waited and ended up having to do driving school since MD requires it 😐. After this process, I can now appreciate the reasoning behind it, even though it feels unnecessary (obviously its needed everywhere considering all the accidents and poor drivers), truly say I'm glad this was forced and found Americas Driving school. Israel is truly what makes the process better and he is very accommodating when it comes to scheduling for practice. I am a seasoned driver but was extremely nervous about the 2 point turn. Israel taught me that so well and gave me tips that helped me be confident with that and parallel parking because I used to suck or avoid it as much as I could. Oh and I passed the first time! Thanks Israel!
christopher bias
25 Oct 2025
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Israel is an amazing driving instructor!
He was patient, calm, and always made me feel comfortable behind the wheel. I started out nervous, but Israel took the time to explain everything clearly and h...
Israel is an amazing driving instructor!
He was patient, calm, and always made me feel comfortable behind the wheel. I started out nervous, but Israel took the time to explain everything clearly and helped me build my confidence step by step. Because of his guidance, I passed my driver’s license test! My sister and I are both so grateful — she really appreciates how much he helped me stay focused, motivated, and safe throughout the process. I highly recommend him to anyone who wants to learn how to drive the right way.
Magdalene Looper
2 Oct 2025
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My instructor Israel is a great instructor. Very patient and before my road test took the extra steps to practice. Passed my test ! Definitely will recommend to anyone who want a affordable driving sc...
My instructor Israel is a great instructor. Very patient and before my road test took the extra steps to practice. Passed my test ! Definitely will recommend to anyone who want a affordable driving school and chill / experience teacher
Nancy M.
18 Jan 2018
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The Americas Driving Academy worked great for our family. My daughter took the class with a friend, and both of them thought the teacher, Israel, did a good job keeping the pace going and making it i...
The Americas Driving Academy worked great for our family. My daughter took the class with a friend, and both of them thought the teacher, Israel, did a good job keeping the pace going and making it interesting. My daughter enjoyed her time driving with Israel, and passed her driving test today! First try! You can sign-up with The Americas with confidence.
Robert Ngo
11 Dec 2017
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Yi Mao
23 Jun 2017
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Devon Thomas
13 Jun 2017
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Hyattsville location. Israel is an awesome instructor. Very friendly family business. The instructors are all very passionate about their job. Kind and patient.
jefferson valladares
16 Feb 2017
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Super awsome instructor, He will teach you and He won't bored you.
Mirian Quinteros
9 Feb 2017
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G Silva
2 Apr 2016
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Gabriela Silva Hernandez
2 Apr 2016
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Jaye S.
3 Sep 2015
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Excellent driving school. My son went here and the staff was very easy to work with in scheduling his class and his driving sessions. He got through the entire process in about 6 weeks; other driving...
Excellent driving school. My son went here and the staff was very easy to work with in scheduling his class and his driving sessions. He got through the entire process in about 6 weeks; other driving schools told me it would take about 3 months, I presume because they have a harder time scheduling the one-on-one sessions. The instruction was excellent and he went to on to pass his driving test with the MVA with no problems. He enjoyed working with Angel (his instructor) and he was very well prepared.
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(301) 864-1510
6218 Rhode Island Avenue
Riverdale Park Maryland 20737
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Monday
Mon
11:30AM-18:00PM
Tuesday
Tue
11:30AM-18:00PM
Wednesday
Wed
11:30AM-18:00PM
Thursday
Thu
11:30AM-18:00PM
Friday
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11:30AM-18:00PM
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The Americas Driving Academy
Riverdale Park, Maryland
6218 Rhode Island Avenue
Riverdale Park Maryland 20737
Business Hours
Monday
11:30AM-18:00PM
Tuesday
11:30AM-18:00PM
Wednesday
11:30AM-18:00PM
Thursday
11:30AM-18:00PM
Friday
11:30AM-18:00PM
Reviews
Diana Ringor
15 May 2026
I just passed my road test (first try! Yay!) and a big reason behind that is because of Israel and his patience with me. I’m in my 40s, so I’m old and I’ve never had a license (up until now of course ...
I just passed my road test (first try! Yay!) and a big reason behind that is because of Israel and his patience with me. I’m in my 40s, so I’m old and I’ve never had a license (up until now of course lol) because of just extreme anxiety and fear of driving. He’s patient, explained everything clearly and made feel calm and comfortable. I’d highly recommend him and the academy to anyone looking for a place to learn and pass the road test. 😊
Michelle Burns
21 Mar 2026
Israel helped my daughter pass her driving test with private lessons and special attention to her problem areas after she failed the test the first time, coming out of a different school. Highly recom...
Israel helped my daughter pass her driving test with private lessons and special attention to her problem areas after she failed the test the first time, coming out of a different school. Highly recommend for Israel's patience and practical guidance.
Mercedes Burke
8 Nov 2025
Israel, the instructor, makes the most seemingly annoying forced process surprisingly fun and active so it goes so fast, while receiving a full education on the rules, ensuring we comply with safety p...
Israel, the instructor, makes the most seemingly annoying forced process surprisingly fun and active so it goes so fast, while receiving a full education on the rules, ensuring we comply with safety procedures, and understand the depth of what holding a license means. I could have easily gotten my license years ago in DC but lazily waited and ended up having to do driving school since MD requires it 😐. After this process, I can now appreciate the reasoning behind it, even though it feels unnecessary (obviously its needed everywhere considering all the accidents and poor drivers), truly say I'm glad this was forced and found Americas Driving school. Israel is truly what makes the process better and he is very accommodating when it comes to scheduling for practice. I am a seasoned driver but was extremely nervous about the 2 point turn. Israel taught me that so well and gave me tips that helped me be confident with that and parallel parking because I used to suck or avoid it as much as I could. Oh and I passed the first time! Thanks Israel!
christopher bias
25 Oct 2025
Israel is an amazing driving instructor!
He was patient, calm, and always made me feel comfortable behind the wheel. I started out nervous, but Israel took the time to explain everything clearly and h...
Israel is an amazing driving instructor!
He was patient, calm, and always made me feel comfortable behind the wheel. I started out nervous, but Israel took the time to explain everything clearly and helped me build my confidence step by step. Because of his guidance, I passed my driver’s license test! My sister and I are both so grateful — she really appreciates how much he helped me stay focused, motivated, and safe throughout the process. I highly recommend him to anyone who wants to learn how to drive the right way.
Magdalene Looper
2 Oct 2025
My instructor Israel is a great instructor. Very patient and before my road test took the extra steps to practice. Passed my test ! Definitely will recommend to anyone who want a affordable driving sc...
My instructor Israel is a great instructor. Very patient and before my road test took the extra steps to practice. Passed my test ! Definitely will recommend to anyone who want a affordable driving school and chill / experience teacher
Nancy M.
18 Jan 2018
The Americas Driving Academy worked great for our family. My daughter took the class with a friend, and both of them thought the teacher, Israel, did a good job keeping the pace going and making it i...
The Americas Driving Academy worked great for our family. My daughter took the class with a friend, and both of them thought the teacher, Israel, did a good job keeping the pace going and making it interesting. My daughter enjoyed her time driving with Israel, and passed her driving test today! First try! You can sign-up with The Americas with confidence.
Robert Ngo
11 Dec 2017
Yi Mao
23 Jun 2017
Devon Thomas
13 Jun 2017
Hyattsville location. Israel is an awesome instructor. Very friendly family business. The instructors are all very passionate about their job. Kind and patient.
jefferson valladares
16 Feb 2017
Super awsome instructor, He will teach you and He won't bored you.
Mirian Quinteros
9 Feb 2017
G Silva
2 Apr 2016
Gabriela Silva Hernandez
2 Apr 2016
Jaye S.
3 Sep 2015
Excellent driving school. My son went here and the staff was very easy to work with in scheduling his class and his driving sessions. He got through the entire process in about 6 weeks; other driving...
Excellent driving school. My son went here and the staff was very easy to work with in scheduling his class and his driving sessions. He got through the entire process in about 6 weeks; other driving schools told me it would take about 3 months, I presume because they have a harder time scheduling the one-on-one sessions. The instruction was excellent and he went to on to pass his driving test with the MVA with no problems. He enjoyed working with Angel (his instructor) and he was very well prepared.
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