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BEHIND-THE-WHEEL

We offer the behind-the-wheel (BTW) portion of Driver's Education in the Central Minnesota area. Each session is scheduled at the convenience of the student and the availability of the instructors. All of our instructors are licensed with the State of Minnesota, and trained beyond requirements.

Helpful Tips to Remember:

SMOG, what does it stand for?
Signal
Mirror
Over the Shoulder
Go (if clear)

Parallel Parking:
Most people think this is the most important part of the test when it is not. With some practice, however, it can be learned.

When practicing, make sure the poles are 7 feet from the curb and 25 feet apart

Remember that you should be able to do this maneuver in 3 moves (Reverse, Forward, Reverse)

Frequently Asked Questions:

What are your hours for BTW appointments?
Our hours of operation are:
8 am - 9:30 pm Mon-Fri
8 am - 7:30 pm Sat
(All sessions are by appointment only)

How many hours do I need to test for my driver's license?
6, The state of Minnesota requires anyone under the age of 18, who takes the license test, to have 6 hours of BTW with a licensed instructor.

How long are your sessions?
2 hours, (3 separate sessions)

Can adults 18 and older take BTW as well?
Yes

What must I have to take BTW?
The student must have a valid paper permit (current state time limits apply, check with state or call for further details) Thereafter, a valid, legible hard card.

How do I set up an appointment?
Contact us, and we can set up a session in which we may be able to pick you up at your home, work, school, or meet in the St. Cloud Area.

What if I need to cancel my appointment?
You must contact us in the case of a no show or true emergency 24 hours in advance. Otherwise a No-Show Fee is added to your account. Sat. and Mon. lesson cancellation must be called in by 9:00 the previous Friday. Please do not leave a message after hours.

How is payment for BTW handled?
We do have payment plans available, just feel free to contact us.