Real-World Driver Training for Teen Safety

B.R.A.K.E.S. equips teen drivers with the hands-on skills, confidence, and judgment they need to handle real-world driving situations, before those moments happen on the road.

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Empowering Safer Drivers for Life

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Our Mission

BRAKES exists to reduce preventable crashes involving teen drivers through advanced, hands-on driver education. Our nonprofit program focuses on real-world scenarios, accident avoidance, and critical decision-making that saves lives.

Our Vision

We envision a future where every young driver is prepared to react calmly, confidently, and correctly behind the wheel — creating safer roads for families and communities everywhere.

Class Requirements

15-19 Year Old

(16-20 if attending in NC)

30 Hours

of prior driving experience

Learner's Permit

or license

$99 Refundable Deposit

to hold your seat in the class

Why support B.R.A.K.E.S.?

Teen drivers face real risks on today’s roads. Your support helps us deliver professional instruction, expand access to training events, and equip young drivers with skills that traditional driver’s education simply doesn’t cover.

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Jon & James

The Purpose Behind B.R.A.K.E.S.

BRAKES exists because of Jon and James, and a commitment to prevent other families from experiencing a similar loss. Jon was known for his joy, humor, and love for cars and family, always bringing light to those around him. James was fearless, generous, and full of energy, with a heart that made an impact on everyone he met.

The brothers were best friends, deeply devoted to their family and to life itself. Today, their legacy lives on through BRAKES, as we equip young drivers with the skills and judgment that can help save lives.

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Our Impact

Proven Impact. Real Results.

Put On The B.R.A.K.E.S. (Be Responsible And Keep Everyone Safe) is a non-profit 501(c)3 whose mission is to prevent injuries and save lives by training and educating teenage drivers and their parents about the importance of safe and responsible driving.

Make an Impact

165,000+

teens & parents trained

45+

courses offered nationwide annually

64%

Less likely to have an accident in their first three years of driving

Make an Impact

Curriculum

The B.R.A.K.E.S. Experience

Hands-On Driver Training

Students participate in controlled, real-world driving exercises designed to build confidence and correct reactions, including emergency braking, evasive maneuvers, and vehicle control.

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Built for Teens. Trusted by Parents.

BRAKES training goes beyond the basics, helping teens understand how vehicles respond under stress while giving parents confidence their teen is better prepared for the road.

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Expert-Led Curriculum

Our curriculum is developed and led by professional instructors with deep experience in performance driving, safety training, and accident avoidance.

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Testimonials

Real Stories. Real Impact.

Parents and students consistently share how BRAKES training changed the way they approach driving, and safety.

"I attended the Brakes school with my 16-year-old daughter last Sunday in Fontana. It was extremely well organized and well managed with an evident commitment to safety one would expect. Exposing the kids to situations they may encounter is so valuable. I am very thankful for the work your organization is doing. I think you are achieving your objective which is to really make a difference!"

Tom J

"Thank-YOU for an incredible experience. My daughter learned so much and she did talk all the way home about her experience. She was so excited and she really enjoyed each instructor. Again, thank-you so much. She is thinking about doing her senior project on BRAKES and with that comes a fundraiser that will go towards your organization so we will be in touch. Thank-you again."

M M Strickland

"5 star I don't know that I could say enough good things about this program. The organization and Instructors are phenomenal. The information is beneficial for not only teens, but the adults as well. My daughter LOVED this whole experience, is going to write about it in her school newspaper, and cannot wait to come back and watch her younger siblings take this course when it is their time. Thank you so much for doing this. It is a beautiful and meaningful tribute to your sons."

Holly R

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