Confident drivers start here. Patient, professional, one-on-one driving lessons in the East Bay — built especially for beginners and nervous drivers.
We're flexible and ready to work around your schedule — call or text (510) 620-4181 anytime.
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Pricing
Every lesson is private, one-on-one instruction with Bimal Karki in our dual-brake Toyota Prius. Each package lists exactly how much time is included, so you always know what you're booking.
Complete the California-required 6-hour behind-the-wheel training for teens.
Perfect for beginners, new drivers, or licensed drivers who want more confidence.
Take your DMV driving test with confidence.
Build confidence driving at higher speeds and after dark.
We also offer the required Online Driver's Education course for new drivers. Payment by cash, Zelle, Venmo, or card — whatever's easiest, no extra fees.
Behind-the-Wheel Lessons
Never driven before? Perfect. Instruction built for real confidence, not just passing a test — designed especially for beginners and nervous drivers.
DMV Test Assistance
We pick you up, drive you to the DMV, and provide our fully insured vehicle for your road test — with up to 2 hours of coverage, including wait time.
Freeway & Night Driving
Ready for the next level? This 2-hour session builds real confidence at higher speeds and in low light, taught by an instructor with a rare background in autonomous vehicle safety.
Meet Your Instructor
Owner and lead instructor at Karki Drive Academy. Bimal is a Registered California Driving School Instructor who also brings 3+ years of professional experience as an Autonomous Vehicle Instructor — a background few local driving schools have. His teaching style is patient and step-by-step, built specifically for beginners and nervous drivers.
Book a lesson with Bimal →How It Works
Reach out any time — we're flexible and ready to work around your schedule.
The Adult Package includes pickup and drop-off in our dual-brake Prius.
Patient, step-by-step instruction in English, Nepali, or Hindi — whatever's comfortable.
Use our training vehicle for your DMV test — we'll help with the appointment, too.
Why Choose Us
Personalized instruction paced to you, never a one-size-fits-all class.
3+ years as an Autonomous Vehicle Instructor brings sharper insight into vehicle safety and defensive driving.
Lessons in English, Nepali, or Hindi — comfortable for a wider range of East Bay families.
No commitment, no pressure — call, text, or send a booking request below.
Get In Touch
Call, text, email, or send a booking request below — we'll get back to you to confirm your lesson.