Frequently Asked Questions

Yes, we offer a variety of Webinars that step people through things like, what RVing really entails.  If you are contemplating RVing, it is a good idea to participate in our on line Webinar “Is RVing Really What You Want To Do?”.  We would love to have you join us in RVing, but it is important that you really get a candid, NO SALESMANSHIP examination of what this wonderful experience is all about.  A follow on Webinar discusses ALL the RV types, and given that your local dealer only carries a limited number of models and types this will give you an understanding of what may be best for you.  A third Webinar steps you through what the dealer is poorly equipped to do, that is explain what you NEED TO KNOW to drive a large RV safely.  These Webinars are held weekly, so do check our site rvschool.com/webinars/ for our scheduled events. Finally, we offer the best safe driving experience with over 100 instructors who are available to offer you one-on-one behind the wheel training in an RV that you own!

Most of our scheduling of instruction starts by you indicating where you would like your lesson.  Our map at RVDrivingSchool.com has the current locations where we have instructors, and you can see by clicking on an icon where they are and you can determine their availability.   It is usually best if you complete the online request form and the instructor you have indicated you would like will contact you for specific details of timing your behind the wheel lesson.  If this isn’t adequate, or if you have a specific need please go to this site.  https://www.rvschool.com/contact-us/

Yes, definitely!  On long trips it is very desirable to have your partner drive some of the time.  How about being able to get behind the wheel in an emergency.  Our behind the wheel training is often given to partners with the intent providing that backup assistance.  Our instructors will make sure that the partner learns what is necessary to be a safe driver of your RV!

In addition to basic driving skills, lessons are tailored to cover the specific needs of the individual student. Our students are diverse! They range anywhere from complete novices, who have just taken delivery of their first RV, to experienced full time RVers who have upgraded or down-sized to another unit. One lesson plan just does not fit the diversity of our customers, so your instructor will assess your expectations at the beginning of your lesson and do our best to satisfy your unique needs.

Ideally instructors are able to teach at an established training location, where they are familiar with traffic and which areas are most conducive to practicing various skills we teach.  Current locations are displayed at https://www.rvschool.com/school-locations/ Established prices are predicated upon students staying near the instructor’s immediate area. A few of our instructors have expressed an interest in meeting students in other locations, but it will most likely necessitate additional charges for travel and lodging expenses. Call or email us to determine if this service is available for your area, and for an estimate of the associated added costs.

No, we do not provide any type of RV, nor do we rent RVs.  Each RV and RV type varies greatly and has quite unique features, which is why we recommend training in the unit you will be driving. If that is not possible, you may be able to rent a similar RV from a local source.

Yes!  We are endorsed presenters of the Escapees RV Club.  We provide seminars and  instructors for their RVers’ Boot Camp, which is a popular weekend intensive program covering essential RV topics and these events are available seasonally.  Visit the Escapees’ website,http://www.escapee.com/BootCamp/Default.aspx,  or call for additional information 888-757-2582.  These classes fill quickly, so enrollment well in advance is recommeded.  We also offer RV driving seminars at some of their events.  Check the rallies tab on their web page for upcoming informational opportunities near you!  Enjoy relevant seminars and meet with active and prospective RVers for a enjoyable learning experience!

For those attending with RVs, private rally lessons are offered by professional certified RV School instructors by appointment.  https://www.rvschool.com/contact-us/  Lessons are conducted before and after each Escapees Boot Camp and at special rally rates

We are extremely proud of our team of professional instructors! For these very knowledgeable, courageous and patient men and women, helping fellow RVers is a labor of love. But, by all means, if you feel your instructor provided outstanding service, let them know it and do feel free to tip them directly at the end of the lesson! If your finances do not permit a monetary reward, you could write a recommendation on our Facebook page, another RV forum, or simply refer your friends.

After a nearly quarter of a century, we have found the two-day format to provide the best results. Students come to us with a degree of apprehension, and there is lots of information to absorb and practice. An eight-hour day would normally prove to be far too intensive for most students as well as their instructors. On day two students are typically more relaxed and ready to build upon and practice the skills learned on day one. Feedback we regularly receive from students continues to affirm this time proven two-day approach.

A good percentage of our students are traveling with pets and bring them along on their lessons. As long as your pets do not interfere with the learning process, it should be acceptable. However, you may want to check with your instructor as a courtesy, since some people have allergies to animals.

Upon completion of selected lessons, we provide a certificate via e-mail. Many insurers accept this proof of completion certificate and many insurers will discount your rate accordingly. A more formal document can be made available upon request. We do not have a complete list of insurance companies that provide discounts, but do recommend you check to determine if completion of our course may save on insurance premiums. Should your agent have questions or need additional information, feel free to have them contact us directly.  Because our lessons are comprehensive and behind the wheel, the certificates have significant value as opposed to certificates issued for classroom lessons alone.

A long-term goal of the school is to have instructors readily available in areas where they are most needed.  Our current locations are on https://www.rvschool.com/school-locations/. We are continually recruiting qualified professional instructors. In the meantime, most of our instructors are active RVers, and, chances are that one will be available in your area eventually. (They tend to travel north in summer months and south in the winter months and often offer lessons enroute.   We also provide seminars at RV rallies). Watch our locations tab, which we attempt to keep up-to-date on the website, or follow us on Facebook.

Yes, we have experience in training employees to utilize corporate RV type vehicles. Call or email us for a quote so we can best determine the amount of time required with each student and if classroom time would be needed.