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Defensive Driving Course Denver

1-Day Course: Develop Skills to Stay Safe in Emergency Situations

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Defensive Skills Day

Develop potentially life-saving skills during this fun, engaging, and memorable 3-hour defensive driving course, and take advantage of the car insurance discount that many insurance companies offer.

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DriveSafe Denver Hours & Location

5345 E. Colfax Ave
Denver, CO 80220

Phone: 303-721-8881
Phone lines are open Monday through Thursday until 7 pm
Friday, Saturday, and Sunday until 5 pm.
Monday 9:30 am – 6:00 pm
Tuesday 9:00 am – 5:00 pm
Wednesday 9:00 am – 5:00 pm
Thursday 9:30 am – 6:00 pm
Friday 8:30 am – 5:00 pm
Saturday 8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Sunday 9:00 am – 4:30 pm

What Is Defensive Driving?

Defensive driving is driving in a way that allows you to avoid hazards or collisions by anticipating them before they pose a threat. It involves learning how to calmly and appropriately react when hazards can’t be avoided. Defensive drivers are less likely to get into collisions because they tend to be more alert and aware of their surroundings, and they are also less likely to panic in the face of an obstacle.

About Our Denver Defensive Driving Course

Defensive Skills Day is a 3-hour program that offers new drivers the opportunity to learn skills that will help them stay safe when they encounter challenging or emergency situations on the road. 

Through various training exercises in a controlled environment, drivers will learn:

How to Control a Car During a Skid:

In Colorado, we’re faced with all sorts of seasonal road conditions. It’s important for all drivers to know how to handle the wheel and understand the physics of driving, so you can calmly and confidently return yourself to safety. Our Colorado defensive driving course covers these scenarios.

Learn How to Maneuver Around Unexpected Hazards 

Whether it’s sudden traffic stops, wildlife crossings, fallen rocks, or blind curves, DriveSafe enables you to safely practice split-second decisions and precision driving to prepare yourself for unexpected challenges on the road.

The Dangers of Distracted or Impaired Driving 

Defensive driving course participants will attempt to text and drive through a marked-off course in a parking lot, to demonstrate the difficulties and dangers of compromised attention.

Participants will attempt various activities while wearing drunk goggles to simulate the inability to operate safely while impaired.

Car Care Safety 

One of the quickest ways to make your car unsafe to drive, is to not properly care for it.
Within our defensive driving class, students will learn various car maintenance skills such as how to check/fill oil, how to change a flat tire, what tools/ supplies to carry with you in case of an emergency and more, to holistically empower drivers on the road.

Our Colorado defensive driving course instructors guide students through the various courses to increase exposure, skill, and comfort levels. Through repetition and expert tips, our defensive driving class prepares students for life-long safe driving. Defensive Skills Day takes place primarily in the family vehicle, except for the skidding exercise which takes place in DriveSafe vehicles.

Our Colorado defensive driving course can be purchased separately or as part of Drivers Education and Behind-the-Wheel Programs.

DEFENSIVE SKILLS DAY

  • $309.00
  • Skid Control
  • Precision Driving Skills
  • Hazard Avoidance
  • Distracted Driving
  • Car Care 101

Benefits of DriveSafe's Defensive Driving Class

Learn important defensive driving techniques that can’t normally be practiced on the open road

Get hands-on experience evading obstacles at higher speeds and on slick surfaces

Learn techniques to prevent your vehicle from skidding

Learn how to regain control of your vehicle during a skid

Understand when to brake and when to accelerate in collision avoidance scenarios

Attempt various exercises while wearing “drunk goggles” to simulate visual and motor impairment

Send a text while navigating a course to see how dangerous texting while driving can be

Get instructions on the basics of car safety maintenance, such as checking tire pressure and oil, changing a tire, and learning to jump-start a car

Auto Insurance Discount

Many car insurance companies offer safe driver incentives that help reduce monthly premiums. Your auto insurance company likely offers an auto insurance discount for taking a defensive driving course because it signifies that you are gaining the knowledge and experience to become a safe driver.

According to WalletHub, successful completion of approved defensive driving courses can save Colorado drivers up to 10% on their auto insurance premium. This can be considerable savings for many drivers, especially for parents who often have their teens on their auto insurance policy. Be sure to check with your auto insurance agent to find out whether defensive driving classes could save you money on your monthly auto insurance premium.

Many of our students who complete our defensive driving classes find that the amount saved from the insurance discount covers the cost of our defensive driving course!

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More Drivers Ed Programs

30 hours of engaging classroom instruction that prepares students to pass the permit test and, more importantly, teaches the decision-making skills necessary for a lifetime of safe driving.

6 hours of one-on-one driving lessons that are tailored to the needs of each individual student and designed to build a foundation of safe driving habits we teach.

Highly trained, state-certified instructors who are passionate about helping students develop the skills to be safe drivers for life.

The DriveSafe for Life System™ - An instructional method that focuses on building confidence and teaching safe driving habits in a positive and encouraging manner.

The DriveSafe for Life Guarantee™, which enables students to schedule a meeting with a driving instructor at any time, for any reason, forever.

The Parent/Student Portal, which gives families the convenience of scheduling classes and driving lessons online.

Testimonials

Keith J, Littleton/Lakewood

Excellent service. Excellent instruction. Excellent philosophy. Great value. So beneficial for my teen!!

Mary P, Highlands Ranch

The instructors have all been amazing. The communication from DriveSafe during this interesting time with Covid has been great. When we arrived for my daughter’s last 2 hour drive, they instructor met us outside, was friendly and my daughter had a lot of fun on her drive. Great experience every time! We are very pleased and will enroll our son at the end of this year or beginning of 2021.

Gloria K, Westminster

The staff and instructors have been very professional and helpful. My daughter learned so much through this program

Kayla B, Highlands Ranch

My daughter rode with Paul today. She was very nervous about the drive and he helped her settle down quickly and have a good experience. Your entire staff is wonderful and we’ve had a great experience with every part of the process.

Jamie F, SE Aurora

Drive safe is an amazing program. Both my kids took the 30-hour course program and successfully passed the permit test on the first try. They both loved the classes and their instructors. I highly recommend this place to anyone who has kids ready to get their permits. Money well spent. Thank you!

Sarah H, SE Aurora

The instructors give my daughter the most positive feed back and build up her confidence in driving. This makes our time much more enjoyable!
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30-Hour Drivers Ed Course

In our DMV-approved drivers ed course, students learn the information that they will need to pass their learners permit tests as well as how to make safe, sensible decisions behind the wheel. Students can take this drivers ed course in person at one of our driving school locations. 

Written Permit Test

In addition to our drivers ed courses that prepare students for the written permit test, we are also state-certified to offer the test at our DriveSafe locations. The test covers Colorado’s driving regulations, and it consists of 25 multiple-choice questions. By skipping the stress of the DMV and taking the written exam in a familiar, friendly environment, students are able to focus more thoroughly on the questions in front of them.

6-Hours of Driving Lessons

During these driving lessons, students will work one-on-one with caring, state-certified driving instructors to build the skills necessary to become safe and competent drivers. Our expert instructors work hard to ensure that each student’s experience is inspiring and impactful, as our goal is for everyone to leave our driving school feeling confident in their driving abilities and fully supported throughout the entire learning process.

Drivers License Test

The drivers license test evaluates students on over 100 items, which can lead to test anxiety in even the most confident of student drivers. Our drivers license tests are conducted by patient, experienced instructors who work hard to create a calm environment where students can fully focus on the road in front of them. Regardless of whether a student passes or fails, every road test concludes with constructive, supportive feedback.

3-Hour Defensive Skills Driving Class

During this three-hour class, students learn defensive driving skills that will help them be better prepared to handle hazardous scenarios. While traditional drivers ed classes cover the skills needed for day-to-day travels, our defensive skills class teaches more advanced techniques that focus on the unpredictable nature of the road. Students have fun with this engaging, hands-on defensive skills course, and parents get to rest easier knowing that their sons and daughters will leave the class more equipped to safely respond to emergencies. Topics covered include handling a vehicle during a skid, making precise maneuvers, recognizing and actively avoiding hazards, driving without distractions, and performing basic car maintenance. 

Additional 2-Hour Driving Lesson

Add an extra 2-hour lesson to your training. Perfect for students looking to boost confidence, fine-tune specific skills, and improve their chances of passing the driver’s license test.

Parent Training Course

The Parent Training Course is a driver’s ed tool designed to help parents effectively teach their teens how to drive throughout their permit-holding period. Available via mobile app for convenient access, it offers structured drive lesson plans, interactive learning tools, and practical exercises to help teens develop and reinforce safe driving habits. 

Safe Car Safe Driver

This 80-minute interactive clinic is great for teens preparing to get their license, new drivers, or anyone looking to increase their vehicle safety awareness. With hands-on demos, participants gain practical knowledge in emergency preparedness, roadside procedures, and safe driving habits. Exercises include live tire change, jump-start tutorial, full under-the-hood walkthrough, and more. 

Insurance Discounts May Apply for Driving School Graduates

As many parents know, car insurance for teen drivers is notoriously expensive. Luckily, many insurance providers acknowledge the value of drivers education by reducing their insurance rates for driving school graduates. Students who complete accredited drivers ed courses tend to be more responsible drivers, which is why these companies feel comfortable insuring them at lower costs.

DriveSafe for Life Guarantee™ 

Our DriveSafe for Life Guarantee™ allows all DriveSafe students to meet with an instructor to address any issues or questions that they have, regardless of how much time has passed since they left our driving school. Our instructors will be happy to explain explain how to resolve the issue or make a recommendation for further instruction if necessary. We truly are committed to helping our students become safe drivers for life.

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Some restrictions apply. Free membership is only for teens who have completed a DriveSafe course and are dependents of active AAA Primary Members residing in Colorado.
Membership expires on renewal date of Primary Member.
Current AAA Members, call 877-244-9790 to add your teen driver.

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