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At present this business gets a rating of 4.5 stars over 5 and the rating was based on 126 reviews.
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Excellent instructor!
Great instructor...Allan Holmes makes you feel relaxed and is attentive. I passed and I'm proud of myself and so was he...five stars for Holmes and two thumbs up. Thanks for all you do !
Alan is an amazing driving instructor with many years of experience. I recently passed my driving test with his guidance! As a student learning to drive during college I definitely recommend you to chose Holmes Driving School. He has great prices and was very accommodating to my schedule. His friendly and patient personality creates a comfortable environment for learning. Thank you so much Alan!!
Alan is a very professional, informative, funny, and friendly guy. I never had a driving experience before, he answered all the questions I had, and made me feel very confident and comfortable behind the wheel. I passed my road test on the first time just an hour ago, big thanks to him.
I had a good experience with Alan. He's easy to talk to, laid back and has a great parallel parking technique. I passed on the 2nd try. Very happy overall with the price and experience.
I took a driving course taught by Alan last night and he was stellar! The class went by super fast and he made the topics interesting and insightful. I enjoyed learning from him and would recommend his instruction!
Alan is a very good professional instructor also a very good person. I just have passed my test on first attempt after taking five lessons from him starting from zero knowledge about driving. Alan is very friendly and always helps you to boost your confidence. I will recommend him to everyone.
Alan is a great instructor and also an awesome person to talk to. He is super friendly and helpful and I passed my road test on my first try! Thank you for everything!
Best driving school in the city !!!!! Passed on My first driving test
Let me tell you, this is thee best driving school in buffalo! Mr.Allen, was an amazing instructor. He took his time with me and made me feel extremely comfortable. Quality is a 10/10. He took me to my road test and I passed on the first try. I finally have my drivers license all thanks to Mr. Allen. Holmes driving school is thee best driving school in buffalo. Great rates especially for college students such as myself. I Would wholeheartedly recommend this driving school to everyone I know.
Alan is an amazing instructor. He made me feel comfortable and confident behind the steering wheel. I passed the first time with him. I failed a couple times in nyc. They charged me double the price and I learned nothing. He explains everything thoroughly and a bonus very friendly. The price is really affordable and cheap compared to other places. He worked his magic on me. Honestly recommend him! He should be the number 1 driving school in Western New York!
good luck contacting him. he'll ghost you after you paid money
Alan was a great teacher. He never reacted negatively when i made a mistake. And he told me how it is. He gave me the confidence i needed
Alan is the best. The whole process was seamless and I got my license in ~3 weeks!!
So glad to have received a personal referral to this independently-owned business, when the pandemic had caused delays and backups at the more well-known driving schools. Alan was honest and did not try to sell us more than we needed. He was confident my daughter could pass after 5 lessons and she did. His relaxed personality put her at ease on lesson one. He took her on the Thruway for the first time (at my request) and to the driving test site area for practice. I highly recommend Alan Holmes for any driver seeking to get their license.
Flexible hours. Great Instructor. Passed on the first try.
Alan is a great teacher. I only took three classes with Alan and I passed my road test. You will not regret taking classes with Alan Holmes.
Very friendly and nice, best instructor in town! Thanks for helping me get my license.
Alan is the besttttttttt driving instructor he is soo patient & knows how to communicate well & he teaches you how to drive properly & his pricing is very affordable & I was able to past my first try I think everyone should go to him. He will come to you for your lesson & works around your schedule very well. I enjoyed my experience.
Definitely recommend Alan!!! He was very friendly, patient and accommodating. My biggest issue was my nervousness and fear of the road but after taking my first lesson with Alan was able to relax and focus more. He made me feel comfortable and because of that I was able to pass my road test on my first try!!! Great instructor and great prices!
Most informative and friendly instructor in buffalo...thank you Mr Alan for helping me pass my test the first try with a perfect score.
Alan was very cheerful and friendly He made it easy to learn and did not impose his style of driving on the student
The absolute best driving school ive been to! Besides the great pricing, it was overall an amazing experience. For me, i only needed a vehicle for the road test but i get very nervous on test especially since this was my second attempt(i passed about an hour ago perfect score). The driving instructor is patient and also lets you know if there is anything you need to work on to insure a passing score.
I started with some experiences in driving. I wanted to make sure I know all the details and what I am supposed to do in an actual road test. That was when I came cross Alan (The instructor). He is very amiable and informative. I learned the strategies to parallel park and 3 point turn. Every lesson felt relaxed and I got to learn how to drive safely at a much more pleasant and quick pace. All I have to say everything is very reasonable. I had some experiences in the past of him not contacting you right away, but you have to be patient and he will surely contact you back.
He made me feel really comfortable driving after my third lesson I bought my car and was driving and my fourth lesson before the road test I passed ... you will pass if you listen to everything he says because he’s telling you exactly how to drive and how to pass so I recommend going to him and it’s really affordable
Alan is an amazing driving instructor & the best choice you could ever make for a driving instructor! He like josh Allen in the pocket throwing you a license it’s just up to you to catch it lol ! I came from a different driving school after 7 lessons and terrible communication and high prices I failed my driving test off rip . Alan drove with me, and his lessons were awesome and extremely helpful to what I already knew. I also want to add that I only had one lesson and on the day of my test he made sure to practice with me on specific things that I could have been nervous about. which was a great last minute refresher! He got my nerves straight and I passed with flying colors I was only docked 5 points for parking to far from the crub whereas last time when I failed I hit the curb and automatically failed (with added nerves and anxiety after all 7 lessons). He was a wonderful instructor, and very funny he eases your anxiety by making you laugh while telling you everything u need to know step by step. He was encouraging, and let me know that I was doing good . Alan is a straight business man and when you get in the car and actually meet him the experience and education is top quality and great value on top. I definitely recommend you to chose Holmes Driving School. You can’t beat the prices or quality.????????♂️
Alan is such a good teacher, he is so patient, never gets mad for making mistakes, and always makes you feel comfortable when driving. He thought me how to drive and I got my license on the first try. His the best of the best teachers in buffalo. Like he always says, the smoother the better !
The instructor was very nice and communicated well throughout this process. Overall he did a great job preparing me for the road test and helping me with my driving skills, I would highly recommend !
Alan was an amazing instructor! I took a few lessons with him over the course of 2 months and he was patient with me and always gave constructive criticism. He was really flexible with scheduling lessons and pretty funny. Great company while still taking lessons. I passed on my first try. I recommend him 1000%, great guy and even better pricing!
Alen is great instructor very calm and patient . I cleared my road test in first attempt .. and the best thing is price are very low compared to other schools. he taught me parallel parking in my very first class. He does not charge extra for highway lessons .. I think this is the best driving school in buffalo.
Alan was an amazing driving instructor. I came over from a different driving school where after 10 lessons and terrible communication I failed my driving test. Alan drove with me, and his lessons were incredibly helpful. He was a wonderful instructor, and explained everything I needed to know step by step. He was encouraging, stating smoothly done whenever I did something successful. He was certain I would only need five lessons, was flexible with my odd schedule, and I passed my test on my first try with him. I recommended him to a friend of mine, and he helped her pass on her first try as well. He is just a great instructor and this school is a great value.
He is AWESOME. He is really easy going, very calming and is great overall. I passed my roadtest today and I'm beyond satisfied.
Alan is an honest and very helpful instructor. He works well with both inexperienced and experienced drivers. His demeanor makes both his lessons and the 5-hour pre-licensing very enjoyable. His only issue is he may show up late and may take a while to text back, but this is because he is the only instructor and he can get pretty busy. Overall, his lessons are worth any wait and I was able to get my license thanks to his help.
He is an EXCELLENT instructor. He is nice, and understanding. I passed the driving test in one go. The price is lowest in town as well.
Great guy! Was very descriptive with the instructions. Professional and I just took my first lesson. He was very encouraging! I can’t believe people will give him low rating just for extra discounts!! How shameful. Thanks again Alan for being supportive! ????????
Cheapest price but the best in buffalo. Not always punctual but 10/10 on teaching.
Alan is such a friendly and easy-going guy! He makes you feel totally comfortable behind the wheel, and you learn very quickly with him. I was a first time driver when I started, and in only eight one-hour lessons, I was able to pass the road test on my first try! Whether you’ve tried a different driving school already and didn’t like it or are just starting out, Alan will make sure you’ve got all your bases covered. Plus, he’ll sing to entertain you lol ????. Can’t recomend him enough! ????????????
Best driving school in Buffalo! Cheapest price, best experience. Mr Holmes makes it his mission to make sure you pass the test on the first try. His lesson packages (whichever one you choose) will be worth every penny!
very friendly instructor. Prepares you for further than passing the driver's exam.
I've always had a fear of driving but Alan helped me through that. His lessons are fun and informative. He'll help you relax behind the wheel and drive smoothly. With his help, you'll definitely pass
I took the 5 lesson pack that included the road test with Alan, and I am proud to say that with his patience and teaching I passed my road test first try. Alan has been nothing but kind and understanding with me, he is an amazing person and even better instructor. His melodic “smoothly done” will forever stick with me, thank you Alan for being my teacher for one of life's important skills.
Dedicated professional, help me to become a new driver
Don’t get me wrong, Alan is a very nice guy and make you comfortable. I went there because it was cheaper but I regret it immensely. Most of the time he was late, he only took me for my 1st test and I didn’t pass it. I rescheduled my 2nd test and he just didn’t show up. Now that I did classes with another school and passed my test I can’t tell that he doesn’t really teach you how to pass the test just stays next to you to drive around.
Alan was a amazing driver extractor on teaching me how to drive to pass my road test on today!!! I pass it on today!!!!! Anybody needs help learning how to drive he's the right person to go to.
Just passed my road test today Alan is THE GUY you should go to for your lessons. Very friendly and responsible. He will NOT let you down. Easily passed the test with his instructions Thank you for EVERYTHING Man Fr
I thought I’d never be able to drive before I took lessons from Alan. Now, I have a license and can drive thanks to his teaching methods. I highly recommend him for driving lessons.
He doesn’t pick up or respond to your text. He is very unprofessional!! Do not waste your time! The rating he has on here is not accurate at all.
Alan is a very kind instructor. I took 8 lessons with him. He was very patient with me. I was very nervous about the road test but he made sure I knew everything before the exam. Overall a pleasant learning experience.
Alan is incredibly kind , patient and professional. His prices are the lowest in town. I passed my test and am extremely happy with my training. Prior to meeting him, I had never attempted driving but now I can get by confidently! Thanks Allan.
Alan is one of the best driving instructor that I have ever met. His funny way of teaching makes you enjoy the process more. He is positive and always remain calm in any situation which makes us more comfortable during the learning. I will highly recommend his class. Also, it is quite affordable as compared to other driving school.
Alan is hands down the best instructor in Buffalo. He is easy to communicate with, very patient and has an eye for detail. This was my first time driving a car, but he made it extremely easy and helped me pick up driving quickly. I took the 8 lesson course and passed my road test in the first attempt :) My overall experience was great and I would highly recommend Holmes to anybody looking for best yet affordable driving classes in Buffalo.
Alan is the best to learn lessons from. He is very friendly, fun loving person and teaches you all that's needed for you to drive safe and pass the test. I gave my test just an hour ago and I passed. Yay. Thank you so much Alan. I never drove before and it was my first time I took lessons, gave my test in rain and passed. I will definitely recommend Alan if someone is looking to learn how to drive.
Just passed my road test yesterday! Mr. Holmes is a very friendly and reliable instructor who prepares his students well for responsible driving. I absolutely recommend him to UB students!
We are very satisfied with Mr.Holmes and his services. Scheduling was convenient and quick. He was very supportive through the process. Our daughter really liked working with him and spoke of how relaxed she felt driving with him. Would definitely recommend
Alan isa great instructor. If you are taking classes form him and paying attention there is no chance you won’t be able to get your license. I got my license in the first try. He is very generous guy and works with your schedule as needed.
Alan is a great instructor! Very good at teaching and keeps lessons very engaging and interesting. Cheap prices and helped me pass on the first try!
Alan is very patient and a great instructor. He has great knowledge and will give you driving tips which will help you pass the road test easily. He provided great lessons and made driving experience very comfortable. Definitely recommend it !!
Alan was very professional, informative and friendly. He answered all the questions I had. I passed my road test on the first try thanks to him :D
Me and 3 others passed our first try yesterday!
Mr.Holmes did a really good job on teaching me on how to drive and he made me very comfortable to be behind the wheel. I Would definitely recommend him to someone that wants to learn how to drive.
Alan, the owner of the school is very friendly, and very positive. It was one of the best services I have received. No other school was willing to take me to the road test because I wasn’t purchasing their driving packages. I was super nervous about parallel parking and he gave me some tips and showed me how to do it in order to pass the test. He also gave me some other advices about my car when I told him about some problems I was having with it, which he didn’t have to do, but this just shows how he values creating a relationship with his clients. He exceeded my expectations. 10/10 recommend his school.
I had 5 lessons, but with my instructor I only needed 3 and I got a perfect score on my drivers tests. Would definitely recommend for anyone in the area to give them a try.
Alan is a great instructor, guides you through everything & makes sure you know everything you need to know. Passed the test first try.
Mr.Holmes is very friendly and good at what he does. I passed my road test well all because of him. Thankyou!!!
ALAN WILL TELL A MILLION LIES WHEN ITS TIME FOR YOUR LESSON. ALAN DOES NOT HAVE A SET SCHEDULE. IF HE GETS YOUR MONEY, HE WILL COMPLETELY GHOST YOU OR YOU WILL HAVE TO HAGGLE WITH HIS EXCUSES TO GET YOUR LESSON COMPLETED. HE HAS BEEN CONDUCTING 5HR LESSONS DURING COVID AND AGREED TO DRIVING LESSONS BEFORE GIVEN PERMISSION FROM THE STATE.
Alan is an awesome driving instructor! He has a chill and funny approach when it comes to teaching driving. He is very accommodating even though I signed up for the course really close to my road test (1 month). He helped me build confidence naturally by his catchphrase "smoothly done", "the smoother the better" whenever I did things correctly. If I messed up, he would calm me down by saying "that is why you are learning. every mistake you make will make you a better driver". He knows UB and the Buffalo area very well. I would recommend him to any new driver, especially UB students. The lesson price is also super reasonable compares to all other schools (trust me, I researched). I can definitely say the quality of teaching is top-tier if not no.1. I would take more classes with him if I can because I feel safe and fun driving with him.
Very reasonable prices. Holmes is very flexible with accommodating your work schedule. A great instructor, who genuinely wants you to learn driving and pass the test with perfect score. Never bails out on you when he makes a commitment. Gives sincere advise and even gives great discounts. When I took my first lesson with me, he said that I needed just another lesson before my test, although my family insisted to get 5 lessons. He advised 3 and gave me the confidence that I could pass my test! Which I did today!! His technique for parallel parking was easy to remember and apply. (I used to suck at that). On the top of that, he is a jolly person. Highly recommended for anyone looking to pass the test. I would say one thing, practice makes you perfect. So whatever he teaches, you should practice by yourself too! Listen to him and follow his instructions.
I passed my road test today ????. I was very happy that I got lessons from Alan. He is an absolutely brilliant, fun and caring instructor. He would always repeat small things during lesson, so it sticks in your head. When you make mistakes during lessons, he would never ever say anything to upset you. Instead, he would just simply say "that's okay, let's do it one more time, redeem yourself ". Very fun to learn from him. If you pay attention to what he's saying, anyone can pass the test. I took 8 lessons package, which I didn't think would be enough at the beginning but it worked out excellent. Great price, very happy with Alan.
Great instructor, walks you through everything & makes sure you know everything you need to know . Taught me how to drive in 8 lessons
Alan is THE GUY you should go to for your lessons. Very friendly and responsible. He will NOT let you down. Easily passed the test with his instructions.
It's best place to learn driving and the instructor is the best .he teaches very well .
Alan is a very chill, funny, and patient instructor. Pass my road test just yesterday with 5 lessons. I took the road test 2 times back in New York city and failed but with his lessons in Buffalo, I was able to pass with ease and Improve my driving skills. I have to say I made a great choice when I choose him to be the instructor. I definitely recommend him for anyone who are trying to learn how to drive and pass the road test.
Took 8 driving lessons with Alan and passed my road test last week on the first try! I never thought I would be comfortable driving, but thanks to Alan I'm now able to get myself anywhere and everywhere I need to go. Highly recommend to anyone that needs lessons.
I passed my road text yesterday, and I was very happy. Alan is a very wonderful, patient, understanding , and a professional instructor. No matter how scared or nervous, you are when it comes to driving this man will help you overcome that and help you get comfortable with driving. His price is very reasonable for the package he gives you and comes highly recommended for first time drivers
Alan is a great instructor!! He is very friendly and helped ease my nerves about driving. He teaches you in a way that is simple to remember and execute - highly recommend!
This driving school is scam. The owner of this driving school will take money and run away. Also, Holmes Driving School has been running illegally. Hopefully his driving school license gets revoked soon.
I took the 5 lesson package with Alan that included the road test. He is very friendly and flexible. I was well prepared for my test, and thanks to him I passed easily.
passed my road test yesterday!, and I was very happy because i did not had any confidence in myself when I started my lesson with him but Allen is amazing , patient, understanding , and a professional instructor. I recommend for first time drivers and his price is very reasonable for the package he gives you. “ follow the rules than you will never loose”
The instructor is very kind and helpful. He helped build my confidence with driving and I passed my road test with flying colors! He’s the best!
I highly recommend this institute, Allen is very good instructor and very friendly I passed my road test with his instructions He knows how to teach his students in right way Thanks Allen for your great work ???????????????????? ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Alan is one of the best driving instructors I’ve ever had. He’s really patient when you make a mistake and he gave me all the tips I needed to pass my test. He can get really busy with all the appointments he has to keep up with, but he’ll keep you posted on how far away he is. I just needed 5 lessons and he has the best prices in Buffalo.
cheap but bad
Alan was a great instructor who really helped our son to build his confidence. He was friendly and professional and our son successfully passed his road test after a couple of lessons with Alan. Prices are also very reasonable and he will work with you to determine how many lessons are needed rather than trying to push a package. Highly recommend Holmes Driving School.
I am the definition of a nervous wreck in general, but it's even worse when I'm behind the wheel. Alan was able to keep me calm with helpful tips, great conversation, and PATIENCE. With just four lessons, I was able to pass my road test on the first try. And I will hear ~smoothly done~ every time I'm in a car now. Highly recommend Holmes Driving School.
I pass road test today, he is really a good teacher ????????
He would ghost you after taking the money! Do not go to this driving school!!
Mr. Holmes was the best driving instructor. I had no prior experience in driving and I was able to get my license at my first road test! Highly recommend!
The best driving instructor in town! Helped me obtain my license within 5 lessons and I passed on my first try! Ive had lessons from another well known driving school but they did not compare to Alan, he's the best, he will teach you all the rules and regulations of the road and he actually wants to see you pass! Also great value for money, literally some of the cheapest lessons around compared to others.
Alan was the best choice we could've made for a driving instructor! My sister and I both took lessons at the same time and he made it a thoroughly enjoyable experience. He eases your anxiety by making you laugh while teaching you the rules of the road. The day of the test he makes sure to practice the 3 point turns and parallel parking with you which is a great last minute refresher! He'll also try to accommodate extra quick lessons on specific things you may be nervous about. We took a 5 class package for a great rate and both passed the test on our first try! I highly recommend Holmes Driving School!
Very patient and flexible with your schedule. Gives great life long tips and tricks. Highly recommend!
He’s a great teacher!! I passed first time
I had a very unprofessional experience with Mr. Holmes. It took about 4 days just to get into contact with him. When I finally was Able to speak with him over the phone, we discussed our schedules and agreed on the 8 lesson driving package. He asked me to email him my schedule so we could set up the first lesson. I did. Four or five days went by with no response. I emailed him again asking him when he was available for our first lesson. He never responded. Extremely unprofessional. I would not recommend wasting your time.
Alan is a good instructor. Unlike other driving teacher I had in the Buffalo area in the past who yelled at me when I made some mistakes, Alan is a very nice, patient and chilled guy. He is good at giving clear instructions and keeps reminding me the driving rules that I’m not familiar with in class. He also teaches practical driving skills that will not be on the road test but can certainly apply on my daily life, like store parking. He likes making jokes which calm me down from the nervousness. I feel confident driving with him. He really wanted me to pass my road test. The best part is that he picked an easy location and good time for my road test , and I’m happy that I passed my road test with a perfect score! I would definitely recommend Alan for everyone.
I had an amazing experience with Holmes driving school. The instructors are very good at making you feel comfortable and confident about driving. They also teach you all the skills needed to be a safe driver.
It is always good to learn how to driving with a coach who is current UB stampede driver. Passed my first road test just now.
Don't take lessons from Alan, unless you want to kill yourself by crashing a car. He is greedy, stubborn, and very irresponsible. And also he is very incompetent. It is hard to even believe that he is certified driving instructor. He won't pay attention to you much when you are not driving properly, and would spending talking on the phone. On top that, there were significant amount of road accidents occurred when people took driving lessons with him. He did not put any effort to make sure you are driving safe
I’m 21 years old and I barely drove before because it wasn’t a priority. With Alan’s help I got my license in 3-4 weeks!! Now I’m ready to be on the road and I’m confident I’ll be a good driver, he teaches very patiently and uses amazing reference points.
Alan Holmes is a nice instructor.
Alan is an amazing teacher. He's very patient and teaches you to drive safely and confidently. He's also extremely encouraging and very gentle about mistakes. He never says anything that'll upset you and is always polite. Alan is also very flexible with timings and his prices are the best. I highly recommend him for anyone looking to learn to drive!!
Alan is an amazing instructor. He makes you feel comfortable behind the wheel and teaches you tricks you won’t forget. I took five lessons from him and they were extremely informative! I just took my road test and passed on the first try. Thank you Alan for being a great teacher and an amazing guy !!
The 8 lessons we had made me more comfortable with driving and it was very fun. He is the very reason I passed my road test today ! And I humbly thank and appreciate him. I recommend everyone seeking to pass their road test to go to him !
I went to Holmes driving school and it was nothing but an amazing experience! I been scared to drive but the instructor kept reassuring me and made me feel at ease and comfortable the whole time! After 8 lessons I got my license on the first try and it’s all thanks to Alan! I highly recommend????
I purchased the 8 lesson package for my Daughter and her driving instructor was with Alan. He was very flexible with our schedule and provided such an amazing experience for her. She was absolutely terrified to get behind the wheel of a car and with only 7 lessons she passed her road test! He is extremely patient, kind, funny and very professional. She had a lot of anxiety and he was able to get her to stay calm and positive behind the wheel. I HIGHLY recommend this driving school!!! The price is extremely reasonable and well worth the results you are looking for. Thank you Alan for your incredible Driving school!
Best and best driving school.Alan is the best instructor ever, very friendly, polite and Alan always encouraged me that “you can do it girl” and finally I passed on test. All credit goes to Alan.
Alan is a great driving instructor, i was very satisfied with his lessons & I passed my road test! Best driving school in the area.
I took the 8 lesson package with Alan that included the road test. He is very professional, funny and friendly guy. I never had a driving experience before but he made me confident and comfortable and I passed my road test on the first time. I will never forget his words ..smoothly done..the smoother the better.. thanks for everything.
Alan is very friendly and professional and he helped to pass my drive test on my first attempt . Thanks Alan !
Alan is the best instructor ever! Yaay!