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Teenage Defensive Driving Program
Teenage Defensive Driving Program
"Train Like a Trooper" (1/2 Day)
Teenage Defensive Driving is a 5-hour program aimed at the teenager. The curriculum includes 4 hours of hands-on training and 1 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.
All classes for 2025 have been filled.
Please check back in January 2026 for new calendar year dates.