COMPREHENSIVE DRIVERS’ EDUCATION PLAN ($450)
Nickname: "The Big Dog"
Our full Driver’s Education plan is designed for students under 17 and meets every requirement of the Idaho GDL program. Students complete a 30‑hour online classroom course, participate in 6 hours of parent supervised observation, and receive 6 hours of individualized behind‑the‑wheel instruction with a certified instructor.
An Idaho learner’s permit is required for enrollment.
IN-CAR ONLY INSTRUCTION PLAN ($400)
Nickname: "The Sled Dog"
Designed for students under 17 who have already completed an online driver education course through AAA, DriversEd.com, IDLA, or any other Idaho DMV‑approved program. This plan provides 6 hours of one‑on‑one behind‑the‑wheel instruction with a certified instructor.
An Idaho learner’s permit is required for enrollment.
EXTRA DRIVING LESSONS OR PREP FOR DRIVING TEST ($50/Hour)
Nickname: "The Emotional Support Dog"
This service is for those who have purchased and completed either the “Comprehensive Drivers Education Plan” or the “In-Car Only Instruction Plan” through Plan Ahead for the Red Driving School.
ADULT / PRIVATE HOURLY DRIVING LESSONS ($75/Hour)
Nickname: "The Show Dog"
An ideal option for new drivers or those looking to refresh or strengthen their driving abilities or learn from the very beginning before taking the Idaho Driving Test. This package provides customized behind‑the‑wheel instruction with a certified instructor, focusing on essential real‑world skills such as parallel parking, highway driving, and navigating complex intersections with confidence.
An Idaho Adult learner’s permit is required for enrollment. (Must be 17 or older and have passed the written driving test at the DMV)
PARENT-STUDENT ASSIST PLAN ($150/2 Hours) (Each additional ala cart time is $75 / Hour)
Nickname: "The Guide Dog"
This service is designed for parents who want to learn the essential skills needed to safely and confidently teach their own student to drive. It is ideal for families who want a solid understanding of road laws, foundational driving skills, and effective coaching techniques that break each skill into simple, memorable steps.
The program begins with a two‑hour foundational training session, (with parent and student, guided by a certified instructor). The foundational skills will include:
- Pre‑trip safety checks
- Right and left turns
- Braking and speed control
- Basic U‑turns
- Navigating roundabouts
- Basic lane changes
After the foundational session, parents can choose from an à‑la‑carte menu of advanced driving skills, such as:
• Freeway driving
• Parallel parking
• Navigating one‑way streets in downtown Boise
• Using center turn lanes
• Backing along curbs
• Additional time to strengthen foundational skills
Parents will also learn how to effectively coach their student throughout the six‑month Supervised Instructional Period (SIP), ensuring safe habits and steady progress on the road.
An Idaho learner’s permit is required for enrollment.
