Graduated Students
Worth it!
The 160 Driving Academy staff is experienced in what they do. It is well known that everyone wishes to succeed with what they pay for. I know the cost of schooling to obtain a CDL is expensive. But, the staff in central Iowa makes sure you know what you are doing and are able to pass the state exam on your first attempt. Thank you Ken, Rick and Frank!
Class A CDL Program
My experience at 160 Driving Academy in Freeport was outstanding! With the help of Kathy Blomberg and Kelvin Hoss I was able to achieve my class A CDL on the first attempt, and had a very enjoyable time throughout the entirety of the 4 week course. I also made connections with a great group of people who I hope to see out on the road someday.
Excellent Trainer
I had the best experience with James Watson as my trainer. He gave great study materials, took his time with me but also challenged me everyday. James kept it professional with just enough humor to engage me and keep it fun and interesting. James is very good at finding both your challenges and strengths. He will explain things in a way that allows you to understand and soak in the information. He has confidence in you which enables you to have more confidence in yourself. Excellent experience and I would refer anyone to James Watson if they want to learn to drive and achieve your goals! Thanks James!
This experience was worth the effort.
Julie the Branch Manager was very clear about the entire program. They start training you for success in the industry on Day 1. Effort and Punctuality are two of the most important things in the Trucking Industry. You have to be there, and be there 'On-Time'. Because if you aren't, someone else will be! You get your feet wet with a week (40 hours) of classroom instruction from a guy who spent many years behind the wheel. That will give you a push to start the yard training that I took at the Harvey Yard. The instructors want you to succeed and they will give you all the help you want. You will be driving on the first day learning basic skills about how the trucks operate. You will also be expected to learn about all parts of the tractor/trailer so that you can drive them safely. Driving out on the road can be intense/exciting. You are controlling a vehicle that weighs about 37,000 pounds. Max loads out on the road are a little higher. And once you pass all of your tests and get your CDL, all you have to do is apply yourself and nothing can hold you back.
Awesome school
I had a great experience going to school here , instructors are very helpful and helped me achieve getting my class A.
Great experience
The lead instructor, Chad or daddy Chad other instructors Gabe and Tyler and Shawn were amazing very informative and very patient with me and everyone else that they were training and a shout out to Zach for all the help and resources that he made available to me. By the way, it taste like pennies and I can smell it.
Awesome place, amazing instructors
The place is awesome, couldn't have done it with it. Special thanks to my lead instructor Chad, instructor Tyler, instructor Gabe, and instructor sean. The knowledge gained from you guys will never be forgot. Thank you for everything!!!
Freeport
It was awesome. Kelvin Ralph and Kathy are the best people ever. Great at teaching how to drive the trucks.
160 Academy is great!
I am a one and done graduate of 160 and I thought the entire program was organized and has a great process of helping students, and most of the instructors make it easy to learn too.
Great learning experience
I couldn’t have asked for better instructors,where every I fell short they pushed me until I got better.great staff great experience…..5 stars
