Teenage Defensive Driving Program

"Train Like a Trooper"

Teenage Defensive Driving is a five hour program aimed at the teenager. The curriculum includes four hours of hands-on training and one hour of online instruction.

The areas covered in class and reinforced during practical exercises are:

• Defensive driving
• Skid control
• Serpentine
• Controlled braking
• Evasive maneuvering

Class size is limited to 18 students to allow a 3-to-1 student/instructor ratio.

Michigan State Police patrol vehicles will be provided for all driving exercises.

Must be a fully licensed GDL Level 2 driver between the ages of 16-19.

Any questions or further information regarding the course can be directed to the Michigan State Police Precision Driving Unit at 517-282-8710.

Teenage Defensive Driving will be offered on the following dates: 

• June 30, 2026
• July 1, 2026
• July 2, 2026

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