We offer conveniently scheduled driving classes that work around your schedule; our certified drivers pick up the student from home or school and return the student to home, school, or work.
Reviews
Pamela H. Gantt
24 Apr 2018
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My son is currently a student driver with this school. I picked it because of the great reviews and the police officers running it, but I wish those taking the kids out to drive would do a better job ... Read More
My son is currently a student driver with this school. I picked it because of the great reviews and the police officers running it, but I wish those taking the kids out to drive would do a better job at scheduling. I know things happen, but my son was scheduled to drive to school and when he texted the driver to see if they were still on... she said she misread her schedule. We live on the other side of town. My son does not take the bus to school and he canβt walk, but I take him before heading to work. So now, due to the misreading of a schedule, our entire morning had to be rearranged and I was late to work.
Just a suggestion: Review your schedules beforehand to ensure you can meet your obligations and no one will be inconvenienced. Itβs still a good school and I would recommend others, but the paying customers and their schedules should matter as well.
UPDATE: The driver has since reached out to us and was very apologetic about the last minute schedule change. As I mentioned earlier in the review, this is a good school and I would still recommend it to others. Read Less
heather brown box veggies
17 Apr 2018
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Can't say enough good things about Sammy Bird and Barry (our most awesome driver trainer)! Professional, detailed teaching, and easy to work with regarding scheduling. Mr. Bird and Barry actually we... Read More
Can't say enough good things about Sammy Bird and Barry (our most awesome driver trainer)! Professional, detailed teaching, and easy to work with regarding scheduling. Mr. Bird and Barry actually went above and beyond with our family to make sure our new driver was trained and ready for her test. Thank you so much Lake Murray Driving Academy and I would recommend these folks to anyone! Heather and Brian Hardy Read Less
Angela Pitts
19 Mar 2018
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Excellent learning environment! The instructors are committed to ensuring your child is ready for the responsibility of being behind the wheel. Thorough program, Highly recommend!
jason carter
15 Jan 2018
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My step daughter was in the class also with Josh. After reading the previous comment I was very disturbed. I asked my daughter about the instructor and she said that was far from the truth. She said h... Read More
My step daughter was in the class also with Josh. After reading the previous comment I was very disturbed. I asked my daughter about the instructor and she said that was far from the truth. She said he was a awesome instructor that appears to truly care about his students. So with that thank you Read Less
Kevin Blalock
3 Nov 2017
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If you are looking for outstanding instruction with a little dose of reality, this is the place for you. Thank you all!
Kowon J Kelly
29 Sep 2017
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I highly recommend!! My son received his Drivers License through Lake Murray Driving Academy on his first try.. A really great, organized and professional staff.. My son even corrects me when I'm driv... Read More
I highly recommend!! My son received his Drivers License through Lake Murray Driving Academy on his first try.. A really great, organized and professional staff.. My son even corrects me when I'm driving nowπππ½.. Thanks a million.. Read Less
Rikki Travis
28 Sep 2017
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I am so happy we chose Lake Murray Driving Academy for my sons driving school. They were EXCELLENT and my son was able to connect with the classroom instructor. He is with SCHP (I think) with the mo... Read More
I am so happy we chose Lake Murray Driving Academy for my sons driving school. They were EXCELLENT and my son was able to connect with the classroom instructor. He is with SCHP (I think) with the motorcycle division. This is what my son wants to do in a few years when he graduates. He was able to get on their level of thinking and made it fun for the kids to learn. It wasn't a boring class for 8 hours. His driving instructor, Tina, was great as well. Always sent a reminder text about the drive time and was prompt and very nice. My youngest son will be taking this class as well when he gets his permit in a few months. I HIGHLY recommend Lake Murray Driving Academy to ANYONE that needs an EXCELLENT driving school!! Read Less
Lee Carter
12 Sep 2017
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I have known Sammy Bird for over 20 years and taking my two children to his driving school was an easy decision. Sammy's calm demeanor makes him a great fit to teach teenagers in a manner they can re... Read More
I have known Sammy Bird for over 20 years and taking my two children to his driving school was an easy decision. Sammy's calm demeanor makes him a great fit to teach teenagers in a manner they can relate to and understand. I also personally know many of the retired police officers assisting him. Like Sammy, they are competent and extremely knowledgeable of the state's traffic and driver's license laws. For a teenager, driving a motor vehicle is more than likely the most dangerous thing they will ever do. Sammy and his assistants will not pass a child until they exhibit the knowledge and required skills to drive safely. I have verbally recommended the Lake Murray Driving Academy to many friends and will continue to do so. Read Less
Chrissy Green Fisher
4 Aug 2017
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My son, Andrew, and my daughter, Hannah, participated in the Lake Murray Driving Academy program. The instructors made my children feel at ease. Andrew and Hannah enjoyed the driving lessons and the c... Read More
My son, Andrew, and my daughter, Hannah, participated in the Lake Murray Driving Academy program. The instructors made my children feel at ease. Andrew and Hannah enjoyed the driving lessons and the classroom portion. Thank you, Lake Murray Driving Academy! Read Less
Stacy Tyson
18 Aug 2016
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My daughter has failed for the 3rd time because of the messed up way this school teaches. Don't waste your money taking your kid here. It is a waste of time and money. Every instructor taught differe... Read More
My daughter has failed for the 3rd time because of the messed up way this school teaches. Don't waste your money taking your kid here. It is a waste of time and money. Every instructor taught differently and because of their poor teaching I spent a year and a half trying to correct all the things that were taught wrong. This school should be shut down. Read Less
Brandon Falls
18 May 2016
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I don't have a kid that needs lessons. But woild take caution if I did. Was tailgated heavily by one of their vehicles on the Interstate while being held up by other traffic. When I finally got ove... Read More
I don't have a kid that needs lessons. But woild take caution if I did. Was tailgated heavily by one of their vehicles on the Interstate while being held up by other traffic. When I finally got over the driver of their academy car was looking down at his cellphone when passing me and immediately up in the bumper of the next car. Read Less
brandon duby
9 Dec 2015
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I ws an unhappy customer for all of 12 hours. They did everything they could to fix my issue. I would recommend them to anyone needing drivers training.
Nancy Williamson
10 Oct 2015
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Sammy has 2/3 of my kids to drive. His class is great and his drivers really make the kids feel comfortable when they are riding with them. Bobby took his driver's test there and was able to use Sam... Read More
Sammy has 2/3 of my kids to drive. His class is great and his drivers really make the kids feel comfortable when they are riding with them. Bobby took his driver's test there and was able to use Sammy's car. I highly recommend Lake Murray Driving Academy! Read Less
Nancy Williamson
10 Jun 2015
REPORT
My oldest took lessons here with Sammy and his driving test there. My daughter is signed up for the next course. I definitely recommend Sammy and his crew!
We offer conveniently scheduled driving classes that work around your schedule; our certified drivers pick up the student from home or school and return the student to home, school, or work.
My son is currently a student driver with this school. I picked it because of the great reviews and the police officers running it, but I wish those taking the kids out to drive would do a better job ... Read More
My son is currently a student driver with this school. I picked it because of the great reviews and the police officers running it, but I wish those taking the kids out to drive would do a better job at scheduling. I know things happen, but my son was scheduled to drive to school and when he texted the driver to see if they were still on... she said she misread her schedule. We live on the other side of town. My son does not take the bus to school and he canβt walk, but I take him before heading to work. So now, due to the misreading of a schedule, our entire morning had to be rearranged and I was late to work.
Just a suggestion: Review your schedules beforehand to ensure you can meet your obligations and no one will be inconvenienced. Itβs still a good school and I would recommend others, but the paying customers and their schedules should matter as well.
UPDATE: The driver has since reached out to us and was very apologetic about the last minute schedule change. As I mentioned earlier in the review, this is a good school and I would still recommend it to others. Read Less
heather brown box veggies
17 Apr 2018
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Can't say enough good things about Sammy Bird and Barry (our most awesome driver trainer)! Professional, detailed teaching, and easy to work with regarding scheduling. Mr. Bird and Barry actually we... Read More
Can't say enough good things about Sammy Bird and Barry (our most awesome driver trainer)! Professional, detailed teaching, and easy to work with regarding scheduling. Mr. Bird and Barry actually went above and beyond with our family to make sure our new driver was trained and ready for her test. Thank you so much Lake Murray Driving Academy and I would recommend these folks to anyone! Heather and Brian Hardy Read Less
Angela Pitts
19 Mar 2018
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Excellent learning environment! The instructors are committed to ensuring your child is ready for the responsibility of being behind the wheel. Thorough program, Highly recommend!
jason carter
15 Jan 2018
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My step daughter was in the class also with Josh. After reading the previous comment I was very disturbed. I asked my daughter about the instructor and she said that was far from the truth. She said h... Read More
My step daughter was in the class also with Josh. After reading the previous comment I was very disturbed. I asked my daughter about the instructor and she said that was far from the truth. She said he was a awesome instructor that appears to truly care about his students. So with that thank you Read Less
Kevin Blalock
3 Nov 2017
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If you are looking for outstanding instruction with a little dose of reality, this is the place for you. Thank you all!
Kowon J Kelly
29 Sep 2017
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I highly recommend!! My son received his Drivers License through Lake Murray Driving Academy on his first try.. A really great, organized and professional staff.. My son even corrects me when I'm driv... Read More
I highly recommend!! My son received his Drivers License through Lake Murray Driving Academy on his first try.. A really great, organized and professional staff.. My son even corrects me when I'm driving nowπππ½.. Thanks a million.. Read Less
Rikki Travis
28 Sep 2017
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I am so happy we chose Lake Murray Driving Academy for my sons driving school. They were EXCELLENT and my son was able to connect with the classroom instructor. He is with SCHP (I think) with the mo... Read More
I am so happy we chose Lake Murray Driving Academy for my sons driving school. They were EXCELLENT and my son was able to connect with the classroom instructor. He is with SCHP (I think) with the motorcycle division. This is what my son wants to do in a few years when he graduates. He was able to get on their level of thinking and made it fun for the kids to learn. It wasn't a boring class for 8 hours. His driving instructor, Tina, was great as well. Always sent a reminder text about the drive time and was prompt and very nice. My youngest son will be taking this class as well when he gets his permit in a few months. I HIGHLY recommend Lake Murray Driving Academy to ANYONE that needs an EXCELLENT driving school!! Read Less
Lee Carter
12 Sep 2017
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I have known Sammy Bird for over 20 years and taking my two children to his driving school was an easy decision. Sammy's calm demeanor makes him a great fit to teach teenagers in a manner they can re... Read More
I have known Sammy Bird for over 20 years and taking my two children to his driving school was an easy decision. Sammy's calm demeanor makes him a great fit to teach teenagers in a manner they can relate to and understand. I also personally know many of the retired police officers assisting him. Like Sammy, they are competent and extremely knowledgeable of the state's traffic and driver's license laws. For a teenager, driving a motor vehicle is more than likely the most dangerous thing they will ever do. Sammy and his assistants will not pass a child until they exhibit the knowledge and required skills to drive safely. I have verbally recommended the Lake Murray Driving Academy to many friends and will continue to do so. Read Less
Chrissy Green Fisher
4 Aug 2017
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My son, Andrew, and my daughter, Hannah, participated in the Lake Murray Driving Academy program. The instructors made my children feel at ease. Andrew and Hannah enjoyed the driving lessons and the c... Read More
My son, Andrew, and my daughter, Hannah, participated in the Lake Murray Driving Academy program. The instructors made my children feel at ease. Andrew and Hannah enjoyed the driving lessons and the classroom portion. Thank you, Lake Murray Driving Academy! Read Less
Stacy Tyson
18 Aug 2016
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My daughter has failed for the 3rd time because of the messed up way this school teaches. Don't waste your money taking your kid here. It is a waste of time and money. Every instructor taught differe... Read More
My daughter has failed for the 3rd time because of the messed up way this school teaches. Don't waste your money taking your kid here. It is a waste of time and money. Every instructor taught differently and because of their poor teaching I spent a year and a half trying to correct all the things that were taught wrong. This school should be shut down. Read Less
Brandon Falls
18 May 2016
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I don't have a kid that needs lessons. But woild take caution if I did. Was tailgated heavily by one of their vehicles on the Interstate while being held up by other traffic. When I finally got ove... Read More
I don't have a kid that needs lessons. But woild take caution if I did. Was tailgated heavily by one of their vehicles on the Interstate while being held up by other traffic. When I finally got over the driver of their academy car was looking down at his cellphone when passing me and immediately up in the bumper of the next car. Read Less
brandon duby
9 Dec 2015
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I ws an unhappy customer for all of 12 hours. They did everything they could to fix my issue. I would recommend them to anyone needing drivers training.
Nancy Williamson
10 Oct 2015
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Sammy has 2/3 of my kids to drive. His class is great and his drivers really make the kids feel comfortable when they are riding with them. Bobby took his driver's test there and was able to use Sam... Read More
Sammy has 2/3 of my kids to drive. His class is great and his drivers really make the kids feel comfortable when they are riding with them. Bobby took his driver's test there and was able to use Sammy's car. I highly recommend Lake Murray Driving Academy! Read Less
Nancy Williamson
10 Jun 2015
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My oldest took lessons here with Sammy and his driving test there. My daughter is signed up for the next course. I definitely recommend Sammy and his crew!