Safety-first instruction
Students learn practical habits that help them respond calmly and safely in changing road conditions.
About Safety First
Over 25 years teaching behind the wheel.
We help new drivers build safe habits, steady confidence, and a clear understanding of the road before they take the next step toward independence.
Why families choose SFDA
A safer start for one of life's biggest milestones.
Becoming a new driver is exciting, but it can also be nerve-racking for students and parents. Safety First Driving Academy brings a unique perspective because our instructors have career law enforcement experience and years of training in defensive driving tactics.
Whether you need someone to teach your teen the rules of the road or you want extra peace of mind before a first license test, you can trust that your student is in good hands with us.
Our standards
Built around safety, preparation, and confidence.
Experienced team
Our team brings law enforcement experience and defensive driving knowledge into every lesson.
Convenient service areas
We serve families around Chandler, Glenpool, Cushing, Coweta, and nearby communities.
THE PIT CREW
Ben and Ky didn't build their driving school to simply help students pass a test. They built it to shape drivers for life.
From the moment someone walks into their classroom, the mission is clear: confidence through competence. Every lesson is intentional. Every drill has a purpose. They teach more than parallel parking and road signs — they teach awareness, decision-making, and composure under pressure. Real-world scenarios. Defensive instincts. The kind of preparation that stays with you long after the license is printed.
Because to them, this isn't just about driving. It's about responsibility, readiness, and building habits that protect lives for decades to come.
Years in Business
6+
Driver's Helped
2,500+
Miles Driven
931,000
OUR FOUNDER
Meet Ben
Ben built this driving school on more than ambition — he built it on experience earned in real time, on real roads. With over 33 years in law enforcement, including 25+ years serving with the Oklahoma Highway Patrol and 8 years prior with the Broken Arrow Police Department, Ben has spent decades witnessing firsthand the consequences of unprepared drivers — and the life-saving difference a well-trained one can make. After more than three decades protecting Oklahoma communities, he founded this driving school six years ago with a clear mission: prevention over reaction. Preparation over correction. What began as a single location has grown into four thriving campuses offering numerous programs designed to equip drivers of all ages with skill, awareness, and confidence.
For Ben, this isn't a business venture. It's a continuation of service — ensuring that every student who leaves the classroom is not just licensed, but truly ready for the road ahead.
CLIENT TESTIMONIES
"This driving school is absolutely amazing,
I was scared to take this course at first because I was a 21 year old and didn't want to feel out of place but I went for it and felt no different from everyone else. Great for all aged people ready to get their license! Amazing people to work with.
Ready for the road?
Choose the course or lesson that fits your student.
From Driver's Ed to private lessons and license testing, our services are built to make the path forward clear.