Defensive Driving Classes
Defensive Driving Clinic/Point Reduction Classes
This program is aimed at reducing traffic crashes and tickets. This program meets all the requirements of the Department of Motor Vehicles for point reduction, and satisfies court requirements in the State of Virginia . Attendance in AAA's driver improvement class will increase a driver's understanding of the concept of risk by explaining the skills associated with Seeing, Communicating, Adjusting Speed, Margin of Safety and Driving Emergencies. When you're driving, risk is always present. Learn how to alter the level of risk and become a better driver.
AAA Defensive Driving classes cover these important aspects of driving
- SEEING. How to use your eyes effectively. Many drivers don't know how.
- COMMUNICATING. How to "read" traffic and communicate with other drivers.
- ADJUSTING SPEED. Factors that a driver must be aware of to determine safe speed.
- MARGIN OF SAFETY. Keeping a safe cushion between your vehicle and other traffic.
- DRIVING EMERGENCIES. The best way to handle emergency situations.
- AGGRESSIVE DRIVING & ROAD RAGE PREVENTION. How to avoid aggressive drivers and prevent being involved in a dangerous event.
Class Schedule for 2012/2013
These classes are from 8:00am-5:00pm on the Saturdays listed below.
- May
19,
26
- June
2,
16,
23,
30
Class Cost
- $59 for AAA members & Active Duty Military
- $65 in advance
- $75 at the door, the day of class
Schedule is subject to change so advance registration is recommended.
Class Meets at AAA Corporate Headquarters
5366 Virginia Beach Blvd.
Virginia Beach, VA 23462
757-233-3890 or Contact AAA for more information or to pre-register.
Online Defensive Driving/Point Reduction Course
AAA Tidewater Virginia has partnered with I Drive Safely online traffic school to provide you with a state approved Driver Improvement Course. This user-friendly course is designed to make it easy for you to learn at your own pace. The course contains content that has been thoroughly researched and updated, including the latest state-specific laws for Virginia and useful driving tips. Virginia law requires that online courses may not be taken by students under 20 years old or by commercial drivers (CDL holders).
Online Training Benefits
- It's convenient - You can take our courses from any available Internet connection
- It's easy to use - FREE Live 24-hour customer service and support
- It's flexible - Work at your own Pace...take the course in multiple sessions
- It's affordable - Pricing is $49.95 for non-members and $44.95 for AAA Tidewater members
- Other benefits include - same day processing and available express certificate delivery.
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Before You Register Please Note: Online driver improvement programs will not meet requirements for Commercial Driver License (CDL) holders. If you are under age 20, you are not eligible to take a computer-based driver improvement course. You must enroll in a clinic that provides classroom instruction. All students must take your final exam at an approved testing center.
