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YOUTH RIDER BOOT CAMP ------- Safety on E-Bikes, E-Scooters and Talaria Ebikes

Scout Driver is running a Youth Rider Safety Program for riders of all experience levels.



Dates: Runs for Five (5) Weeks; July, 26, 2025 through August 23,2025


Times: Saturdays 9 to 10:30 am


Open to ALL Middle School Students and will teach:


Pedestrian safety

Scooter safety

E bike safety

Talaria safety


Classes will focus heavily on:


Driving defensively when operating these vehicles

Situational awareness

Local traffic rules and customs.



$ 299

SUMMER INTENSIVES - 2025 Classroom and Behind-the-Wheel Package

STARTS July 1, 2025


*****You are eligible for this class if you turn 15 by August 12, 2025****


Drivers Education Information:

Fifteen 2 hour classes / Eight 1 hour BTW Sessions


Dates:

Session I

June 2, 2025 through July 15, 2025

(June 2,3,4,5,6,9,10,11,12,16,17,18, 23,24,25)

Session II

June 25 through July 23

(July 1,2,7,8,14,15,16,17,18, Aug 4,5,6,7, 11,12)


Time:

9am - 11am

Monday through Thursday


  • We teach defensive driving style
  • Limited class sizes ensure ample time for instruction and observation
  • Thirty Classroom Hours (per IL requirement)
  • Eight Customized Behind-the-Wheel Driving Lessons (per IL requirement)
  • Every detail from seatbelt to spare tire
  • All instructor cars are late model, top safety picks and DOT Inspected.
  • We excel with every type of student; especially those with car or classroom anxiety or apprehension

**Included in package price are all Specialized Lessons (a $450 value)

$ 999

AUGUST: Wednesday 6:00 to 8:00 PM Classroom and Behind the Wheel Package

*****You are eligible for this class if you turn 15 before November 12, 2025****



Drivers Education Information:

Fifteen 2 hour classes / Eight 1 hour Behind the Wheel Sessions


Dates: August 6, 2025 to November 12,2025

(August 6,13,20,27 Sept. 3,10,17,24 Oct, 1,8,15,22,29 Nov 5,12)


Time:

Wednesday 6:00 to 8:00 pm


  • We teach defensive and vigilant driving style
  • Limited class sizes ensure ample time for instruction and observation
  • Thirty Classroom Hours (per IL requirement)
  • Eight Customized Behind-the-Wheel Driving Lessons (per IL requirement)
  • Every detail from seatbelt to spare tire
  • All instructor cars are late model, top safety picks and DOT Inspected.
  • We excel with every type of student; especially those with car or classroom anxiety or apprehension

**Included in package price are all Specialized Lessons (a $450 value)

$ 999

FALL CUSTOM: Classroom and Behind-the Wheel Package

Ultimate Flexibility; Scout Driver offers the most flexibility of any local program with the Consecutive Class Option;

Customize your Schedule - Never have to make up a class!


STARTS: September 2025


Enrollment: Limited Spaces Available


Drivers Education Information:

Fifteen 2 hour classes / Eight 1 hour BTW Sessions


Dates:

Consecutive (Sequential) Class Model:


Attend all classes according to your schedule. Students have 9 months to complete the requirements and will be able to attend any class that fits their schedule as long as the classes are taken in consecutively (in sequential order class 1-15).


Available Class Times:


Saturdays 9:00 to 11:00am or 1:00 to 3:00pm

or

Sundays to 10:00 am to 12:00 pm, or 3:00 to 5:00pm


  • We teach defensive driving style
  • Limited class sizes ensure ample time for instruction and observation
  • Thirty Classroom Hours (per IL requirement)
  • Eight Customized Behind-the-Wheel Driving Lessons (per IL requirement)
  • Every detail from seatbelt to spare tire
  • All instructor cars are late model, top safety picks and DOT Inspected.
  • We excel with every type of student; especially those with car or classroom anxiety or apprehension

**Included in package price are all Specialized Lessons (a $450 value)

$ 1199

FALL SELECT I; Sundays 12:00 pm to 2:00pm Classroom and Behind-the-Wheel Package

Select day and time; enrolled students meet regularly for a defined period


STARTS: September 7, 2025


***You are eligible for this class if you turn 15 by December 21, 2025***


Drivers Education Information:

Fifteen 2 hour classes / Eight 1 hour BTW Sessions


Dates:

September 7, 2025 to December 15,2025

(Sep 7,14,21,28 Oct 5,12,19,26 Nov 2,9,16,23 December 7,14,21)


Time:

Sundays to 12:00 to 2:00 pm


  • We teach defensive driving style
  • Limited class sizes ensure ample time for instruction and observation
  • Thirty Classroom Hours (per IL requirement)
  • Eight Customized Behind-the-Wheel Driving Lessons (per IL requirement)
  • Every detail from seatbelt to spare tire
  • All instructor cars are late model, top safety picks and DOT Inspected.
  • We excel with every type of student; especially those with car or classroom anxiety or apprehension

**Included in package price are all Specialized Lessons (a $450 value)

$ 999

FALL SELECT II; Sundays 3:00 pm to 5:00pm Classroom and Behind-the-Wheel Package

Select day and time; enrolled students meet regularly for a defined period


Starts this Fall - TBA



Drivers Education Information:

Fifteen 2 hour classes / Eight 1 hour BTW Sessions


Dates:

October 2025 through June 2026


Dates: TBA


Time:

Sundays to 3:00 pm to 5:00 pm


  • We teach defensive driving style
  • Limited class sizes ensure ample time for instruction and observation
  • Thirty Classroom Hours (per IL requirement)
  • Eight Customized Behind-the-Wheel Driving Lessons (per IL requirement)
  • Every detail from seatbelt to spare tire
  • All instructor cars are late model, top safety picks and DOT Inspected.
  • We excel with every type of student; especially those with car or classroom anxiety or apprehension

**Included in package price are all Specialized Lessons (a $450 value)

$ 999

LAKE FOREST ACADEMY / FALL: Saturday 9:00 to 11:00 AM Classroom and Behind-the-Wheel Package

***Classes held at Lake Forest Academy***


Drivers Education Information:

Fifteen 2 hour classes / Eight 1 hour BTW Sessions


Dates:

September through January - TBD


Time:

Saturdays 9:00 to 11:00 AM


  • We teach defensive driving style
  • Limited class sizes ensure ample time for instruction and observation
  • Thirty Classroom Hours (per IL requirement)
  • Eight Customized Behind-the-Wheel Driving Lessons (per IL requirement)
  • Every detail from seatbelt to spare tire
  • All instructor cars are late model, top safety picks and DOT Inspected.
  • We excel with every type of student; especially those with car or classroom anxiety or apprehension

**Included in package price are all Specialized Lessons (a $450 value)

$ 999

SPRING SELECT I; Saturdays 2:00 to 4:00 pm Classroom and Behind-the-Wheel Package

****You are eligible for this class if you turn 15 before June 2026***


Drivers Education Information:

Fifteen 2 hour classes / Eight 1 hour Behind the Wheel Sessions


Dates: TBA - February to May 2026



Time:

Saturdays 2:00 to 4:00 pm


  • We teach defensive and vigilant driving style
  • Limited class sizes ensure ample time for instruction and observation
  • Thirty Classroom Hours (per IL requirement)
  • Eight Customized Behind-the-Wheel Driving Lessons (per IL requirement)
  • Every detail from seatbelt to spare tire
  • All instructor cars are late model, top safety picks and DOT Inspected.
  • We excel with every type of student; especially those with car or classroom anxiety or apprehension

**Included in package price are all Specialized Lessons (a $450 value)

$ 999

Saturday 12:00 to 2:00 PM Classroom and Behind-the-Wheel Package

***In Session***



Drivers Education Information:

Fifteen 2 hour classes / Eight 1 hour BTW Sessions


Dates:

May 10, 2025 to August 30, 2025

(May 24,31 June 7,14,21,28 July, 5 12,19,26 August 2.9.16.23.30)


Time:

Saturdays 12:00pm to 2:00 pm


  • We teach defensive driving style
  • Limited class sizes ensure ample time for instruction and observation
  • Thirty Classroom Hours (per IL requirement)
  • Eight Customized Behind-the-Wheel Driving Lessons (per IL requirement)
  • Every detail from seatbelt to spare tire
  • All instructor cars are late model, top safety picks and DOT Inspected.
  • We excel with every type of student; especially those with car or classroom anxiety or apprehension

**Included in package price are all Specialized Lessons (a $450 value)

$ 999

Sunday 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM Classroom and Behind the Wheel Package

****In Session****



Drivers Education Information:

Fifteen 2 hour classes / Eight 1 hour BTW Sessions


Dates:

May 4, 2025 through August 3, 2025

(May 4,11,25 June 1,8,15,22,29 July 6,13,20,27 August 3,10,17)


Time:

Sundays to 10:00 am to 12:00 pm


  • We teach defensive driving style
  • Limited class sizes ensure ample time for instruction and observation
  • Thirty Classroom Hours (per IL requirement)
  • Eight Customized Behind-the-Wheel Driving Lessons (per IL requirement)
  • Every detail from seatbelt to spare tire
  • All instructor cars are late model, top safety picks and DOT Inspected.
  • We excel with every type of student; especially those with car or classroom anxiety or apprehension

**Included in package price are all Specialized Lessons (a $450 value)

$ 999

Wednesday 6:00 to 8:00 PM Classroom and Behind the Wheel Package

*****In Session****



Drivers Education Information:

Fifteen 2 hour classes / Eight 1 hour Behind the Wheel Sessions


Dates: March 5, 2025 through June 4, 2025

(April 30, May 7,14,21,28 June 4,11,18,25 July 2,9,16,23,30 August 3)


Time:

Wednesday 6:00 to 8:00 pm


  • We teach defensive and vigilant driving style
  • Limited class sizes ensure ample time for instruction and observation
  • Thirty Classroom Hours (per IL requirement)
  • Eight Customized Behind-the-Wheel Driving Lessons (per IL requirement)
  • Every detail from seatbelt to spare tire
  • All instructor cars are late model, top safety picks and DOT Inspected.
  • We excel with every type of student; especially those with car or classroom anxiety or apprehension

**Included in package price are all Specialized Lessons (a $450 value)

$ 999

Sunday 3:00 to 5:00 PM Classroom and Behind the Wheel Package

***In Session***


Drivers Education Information:

Fifteen 2 hour classes / Eight 1 hour BTW Sessions


Dates:

March 9, 2025 through June 28,2025

(Mar 9,16 April 6,13,27 May 4,11,25 June 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 July 6, 13)


Time:

Sundays to 3:00 pm to 5:00 pm


  • We teach defensive driving style
  • Limited class sizes ensure ample time for instruction and observation
  • Thirty Classroom Hours (per IL requirement)
  • Eight Customized Behind-the-Wheel Driving Lessons (per IL requirement)
  • Every detail from seatbelt to spare tire
  • All instructor cars are late model, top safety picks and DOT Inspected.
  • We excel with every type of student; especially those with car or classroom anxiety or apprehension

**Included in package price are all Specialized Lessons (a $450 value)

$ 999

Individual Behind-the-Wheel Practice session 10-pack

These are private practice sessions designed to gain experience and improve skills and will count towards your 50 Hours of required practice time for an Illinois driver's license. Also if you; already took a class somewhere else, already have a driver's license, are over 18, or have an International document.


Good for;


  • All ages 15+ especially students or parents that need confidence and reassurance
  • Any experience level
  • Counts towards 50 required hours"
  • Nannies and Au Pairs


This is for a 10 - PACK of Individual behind the wheel lessons, one hour long each. 5 hours total.

$ 850

Individual Behind - The -Wheel Practice Session - 8 PACK

These are private practice sessions designed to gain experience and improve skills and will count towards your 50 Hours of required practice time for an Illinois driver's license. Also if you; already took a class somewhere else, already have a driver's license, are over 18, or have an International document.


Good for;


  • All ages 15+ especially students or parents that need confidence and reassurance
  • Any experience level
  • Counts towards 50 required hours"
  • Nannies and Au Pairs


This is for a 8 - PACK of Individual behind the wheel lessons, one hour long each. 5 hours total.

$ 680

Invividual Behind-The-Wheel Practice session - 6 Hour Pack

These are private practice sessions designed to gain experience and improve skills and will count towards your 50 Hours of required practice time for an Illinois driver's license. Also if you; already took a class somewhere else, already have a driver's license, are over 18, or have an International document.


Good for;


  • All ages 15+ especially students or parents that need confidence and reassurance
  • Any experience level
  • Counts towards 50 required hours"
  • Nannies and Au Pairs


This is for a 10 - PACK of Individual behind the wheel lessons, one hour long each 10 hours total.

$ 510

Specialized Lessons

-Tollway Drive

-City Drive

-Rural Highway Drive

-Situational Safety Session

-Personal Safety and Safety of Others Session

$ 90

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