Gmel Driving Academy

I completed about 10 hours with Gilbert and he was very kind and helpful! I passed my road test on my first try and without issue. He taught me how to parallel park with ease and helped me sharpen my technical skills of driving. I had a great overall experience. I definitely recommend.

I tried to get my driver license in a month and booked 3 classes with Gilbert. He's an amazing instructor. He pointed out all the areas that I needed to improved, and the deduct points in the test I may neglected. Also he's patient. I was around 34 weeks pregnancy, he would sometimes drop me off at my place to make me get home easier. Thanks for all his guidance, I passed my parallel parking and road test smoothly. I highly recommend him.

Gilbert is such a great teacher! Took a few lessons with him and was able to pass my road test on the first go. The biggest thing I appreciate about Gilbert is that he offers pick up anywhere within DC which significantly cut down on my commute time and cost. Also he’s a very patient teacher who is willing to explain the same concepts multiple times until you understand. It was also not awkward driving with him. He is a great conversationalist and knows when to chat and when not to. I will definitely recommend my friends to him as well! Thank you Gilbert!

Highly recommend! I had been taking a few classes this month with a different driving school, but was never fully comfortable and got too nervous with how that instructor taught. But I had a road test coming up and knew I needed more practice. I emailed Gmel Driving Academy and some other schools last minute asking if they had any spots the same week that I could take to prep for my road test. Gmel was the first and only one to reply back and Mr. Gilbert emailed, called, and texted first thing the next day. I was surprised and appreciative of how quickly he communicated through the whole week. I booked both their open sessions and in just two sessions (one two days before and one day of my road test), I practiced general driving, turns, the test route, all kinds of parking, and even some highway driving. I certainly got the most out of my time and was so thankful for his instruction. He was patient, encouraging, and knew how to guide/talk me through what I was expected to do. We also had a great chat in each session. It was also very helpful that they can pick you up at your home for not that much more of a cost - which also helped me get practice driving in my own neighborhood. I took my road test and passed! I'll most likely look into their highway driving practice as well so I can get more comfortable on the highway too. Thank you again, Gmel Driving Academy!

The instructors are extremely professional yet down to earth. As a young woman I always felt comfortable and safe during my sessions. I was most impressed with their patience when I’m behind the wheels. They provided clear and concise instructions so that you can easily process what’s being expected of you. The best part about their service is that they take you in the same vicinity of the test site so that you can familiarize yourself with the route. I passed my driving test on the first try!! Gilbert responds to text and calls promptly and is sure to communicate if there are any last minute updates. The vehicle was clean and easy to maneuver for being that I’m a beginner. I highly recommend this driving school.