Driving School

First Gear Driving School
1245 S.W. Military Drive
San Antonio, TX 78221

First Gear Driving SchoolFAQ's

First Gear Driving School's contact information is listed on your webpage. How can I find out if it is a licensed behind the wheel training school in Texas?
Even though we provide a list of driver training schools on our website, we have no way of knowing for sure as to whether or not a particular school is licensed by the Texas DMV to offer behind-the-wheel training courses.  We strongly suggest that you contact First Gear Driving School directly or check with the Texas DMV to find out for sure if First Gear Driving School is a licensed school.
Is it true that my mom or dad can be my driving instructor when I do my driver training instead of a professional driver training school instructor like the ones they have at First Gear Driving School?
It depends on what your state's laws are.  You should contact the Texas DMV or a licensed driving school like First Gear Driving School to find out if Texas allows driver training with a parent.
What if I don't know how to drive a vehicle with a manual-shift? Does First Gear Driving School have an automatic-shift vehicle they'll allow me train with?
Since you're just learning how to drive, you probably don't know how to operate either a manual-shift or an automatic-shift vehicle!  However, if you have a preference as to a stick or an automatic, you probably should call First Gear Driving School to see if they can accommodate your request prior to your enrolling in their driver training course.
Since I live way out in the country where driving on dirt roads and rugged terrain is the norm, will First Gear Driving School be able to teach me how to drive in a rural environment? Or do they only prepare you for city-driving?
Since you live in a remote location, odds are that any local driving school in your area such as First Gear Driving School will want you to be able to drive safely on dirt roads and bumpy terrain.  We recommend that you contact First Gear Driving School directly to find out exactly what they offer.
I'm turning 14 in a few months. Can I get a instruction permit to drive in Texas after my 14th birthday?
Most likely, no.  Most states (though not all) have laws which require that you be at least 15 or 15 1/2 before to be eligible to apply for a learner's permit.  Nevertheless, you may wish to contact the Texas DMV office or a Texas-certified driving school such as First Gear Driving School to find out for certain what the minimum driving age is in your local area.
Do I have to take a San Antonio Texas classroom or online drivers education course before I can enroll in a driver training course through First Gear Driving School?
This requirement varies from state to state but most states do mandate pre-licensed drivers to take BOTH a classroom-based driver education course (generally 30 hours in length) AND a driver training course.  You should ask First Gear Driving School if they offer one or both programs.
I'm required to take a defensive driving course in San Antonio Texas. Do you know if First Gear Driving School offers defensive driving classes in San Antonio Texas?
Yes, First Gear Driving School does offer behind-the-wheel training courses in San Antonio Texas.  For more information about their class schedule and how/when to enroll in one of their driver training courses, please contact First Gear Driving School directly.
What steps do I have to take in order to get a Texas drivers license in San Antonio Texas?
Most states require that teen-agers who are applying for their first driver's license complete both a safe driving classroom course and a driver training course.  First Gear Driving School may be able to help you meet the behind-the-wheel training portion in Texas.  Please contact First Gear Driving School for more information. 

 
Am I obligated to take a San Antonio Texas behind-the-wheel training course?
All drivers in Texas must take a driver training course.  You should contact First Gear Driving School to learn more about the courses they offer.
Do I have to obtain my instruction permit in Texas before I am allowed to enroll in a driver training course like the one First Gear Driving School gives its students?
Laws vary from state to state, however most states do require that you hold an instruction permit before you can sign up to take a behind-the-wheel training course like the one that First Gear Driving School gives its students.