Driving School Espanola, NM
Your Roadto safe driving starts here
Our driving school is fully certified and accredited by the State of New Mexico. We look forward to serving you!


About Us
We Are On A Mission To Get You Licensed And On The Road
AMC Driving School, LLC is a local family operated and owned business. Our mission is to give back to our community by offering high-quality driver’s education services to our local youth. We provide exceptional instruction that will significantly benefit the students in our community, supporting their growth and development as responsible drivers.
We are thrilled to welcome you to our driving school, a vital resource for our small community. As students begin their journey toward obtaining their driver’s permit and provisional license, having a local driving school ensures they receive personalized, high-quality instruction right here at home.
Our commitment goes beyond the basics of driving. We place significant emphasis on equipping our students with practical skills that extend beyond the road. Our comprehensive program includes hands-on training in essential vehicle maintenance, such as changing a tire and checking fluids. We also conduct thorough pre-trip inspections to ensure the reliability and safety of their vehicles before they hit the road.
By offering these additional skills, we aim to prepare our students not only to drive safely but to maintain their vehicles responsibly, fostering independence and confidence as they embark on their driving journey.
- Quality Education
- Hands-On Training
- Highway and City Driving
- Practical Driving Skills
- 100% Safety Focused
- MVD Road Exams
- MVD Written Exams
- 99.99% Passing Rate
Our Driving School Instructors

Cory Atencio – Owner/Instructor
Our owner, Cory Atencio, holds a Bachelor’s degree in Criminal Justice and recently earned a Master’s degree in Business Organizational Leadership from Grand Canyon University.
During his studies, he was inducted into the National Honor Society, the Alpha Chi chapter. Cory has five years of experience as a sworn and certified police officer in the State of New Mexico. His background includes extensive training in emergency vehicle operations and safety instruction. Cory holds certifications as a Field Training Officer and is accredited as a General Police Instructor through the Law Enforcement Agency within the State of New Mexico. He currently works at Los Alamos National Laboratory, where he has gained substantial expertise in hazardous shipping operations and the transportation of dangerous goods. Cory holds a commercial driver’s license with a hazmat endorsement and numerous certifications related to safe driving and transportation of hazardous, radioactive, and explosive materials.

Isaiah Anaya – Instructor
Isaiah Anaya is a seasoned law enforcement professional and driving instructor with AMC Driving School LLC, holding a New Mexico Law Enforcement Certification.
He is currently serving as a Police Patrol Sergeant with the City of Española Police Department. A native of Santa Fe, New Mexico, he graduated from Santa Fe High School in 2009 and began his law enforcement career after completing the New Mexico Law Enforcement Academy in 2012.
Isaiah Anaya's career began with the Santa Fe Police Department, where he advanced through various roles including General Instructor Development, Field Training Officer, and became a member of the Traffic Motorcycle and Traffic Reconstruction Teams. He later transitioned to the Rio Arriba County Sheriff’s Office, where he specialized in traffic crash investigations and reconstruction.
Currently employed with the Española Police Department, Sergeant Anaya has continued to expand his expertise with additional advanced training and certifications, including Use of Force Instructor, Firearms Instructor, and General Instructor. He has also earned advanced investigative certifications through the Albuquerque Police Detective Academy and holds the rank of Detective.
Throughout his career, Isaiah Anaya has contributed significantly to law enforcement training and practice in New Mexico, demonstrating a deep commitment to his profession and community.
Driving Lessons
Professional Driving lessons
Espanola, NM
Our driving school is fully certified and accredited by the State of New Mexico.

MVD Road Exams
Your instructor training will have you prepared for Administration of the MVD road skills test


Hands-On Driving Skills
You will learn practical driving skills and essential vehicle maintenance to ensure safety and reliability

Driving Lessons
Register Now To Get STarted on your journey to the open road
Register now to begin your journey to the open road! Whether you’re a first-time driver or looking to refresh your skills, our expert instructors are here to guide you every step of the way toward confidence and safety behind the wheel.
- MVD Road Exams
- MVD Written Exams
- 100% Satisfaction Guaranteed
Espanola Office
- 908 North Riverside Drive Espanola, NM 87532
- 505-927-9136
- amcdrivingschool505@gmail.com
Schedule Your Driving Lessons Now
Schedule your driving lessons now and take the first step toward becoming a confident, skilled driver!
Our Pricing
Our Driving Course Pricing
We include everything in our pricing so you can save money and focus only on becoming a licensed Driver in the state of New Mexico. NO HIDDEN FEES.
Driver Education Course Fee
- 37-hour course including drive time
- Classroom Instruction
- Behind-the-Wheel Training
- DWI/DUI Prevention and Defensive Driving
- MVD Computer Exam
- MVD Road Exam
- Certified by the New Mexico DOT (NMDOT), Traffic Safety Bureau
- Certified Instructors
Clients Feedback
Our Clients Reviews
“See what our clients are saying—read their reviews and learn how we’ve helped them confidently hit the road!”
EXCELLENT Based on 52 reviews Dylan s2025-02-06Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Corry the owner really make sure you know how to drive before you leave. Absolutely no better place to began your driving experience than amc driving schoole Angie Perez2025-02-05Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. It good experience!!! Jason Morris2025-02-03Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Instructor is fantastic, definitely knows how to teach and understands how to reach the students. Five stars and will use again! Karen Morris2025-02-02Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Cory did a private driving lesson with our very nervous tennager after she completed online drivers Ed. He was excellent! Highly recommend if your new driver needs some practice time behind the wheel! Chris Gaytan2025-02-01Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. AMC Driving School was awesome! I went in to take my written and driving exams, and I want to give a special shout out to Cory for being very professional and helpful. Lashae Herrera2025-01-25Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Really good and helpful I learned a lot and Cory is a great guy if you don’t where to go to driving go to amc driving school he’s great Dehryn Archuleta2025-01-17Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I learned more than I thought I would. It’s a great driving school. The teacher Cory is a really nice guy. I recommend coming here if your not sure what driving school to go to. Jasmine Miera2025-01-17Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. really good & helpful driving school i learned a lot from it really liked the experience ! Luke M2025-01-17Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. AMC Driving school was a good school if you want to learn how to drive. The instructor has all of us participate and he is a good man. Highly recommend it for people who need to do driving school. Dan Rawr2025-01-17Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Great Experience! Extremely fun class and you learn a lot. Strongly Recommend for parents looking to enroll new driving students.
Come See Us!
Our Location

- 908 North Riverside Drive Espanola, NM 87532
- amcdrivingschool505@gmail.com
- 505-927-9136
- Office Hours
In Person:
Friday -Saturday 9:00am- 12:00pm
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