Your confidence.
Our family’s commitment.

Tanya has lived in and around Lexington since 2009. She is married to Jim for 31 years, a proud mom of three adult children, and a YaYa to three grandchildren. As owner of APEX Driving School, Tanya combines her passion for social media, marketing, and community networking to connect with local families and future students. She is dedicated to raising awareness about safe driving and making APEX a trusted, engaged presence in the community.

Jim has lived in and around Lexington since 2009. He is married to Tanya for 31 years, a proud dad of three adult children, and a papa to three grandchildren. As APEX’s Lead Certified Instructor, Jim not only teaches students behind the wheel but also trains and mentors new instructors, ensuring the highest standards of safety and instruction. His encouraging and energetic approach makes every lesson fun, confidence-building, and focused on developing safe, responsible drivers.

Josh grew up in NJ, lived in Uganda for 10 years, and has lived in Wilmore, KY, since 2021. Josh is married to Kelly, has 4 kids, and a Golden Retriever named Zazu. Josh has always loved to drive and recently began teaching his teenage sons, which gave him the idea of working as a driving instructor. He wants everyone to enjoy driving, have confidence behind the wheel, and drive safely. As an instructor, Josh is calm and enjoys helping students gain their confidence one step at a time. In his spare time, Josh enjoys spending time with his family, walking his dog, and going hiking and camping. A cup of coffee is also never far from Josh’s reach.

Born and raised in Louisville, Kentucky, I moved to Lexington to attend the University of Kentucky and quickly realized this city would become home. After completing my degree, I built a long career centered on training and public service, including 10 years as a Certified Driver Training Instructor with the state of Kentucky. Throughout my career, I have been committed to equipping others with the skills, knowledge, and confidence they need to succeed. My wife, Dottie, and I share three adult children-Kelsey, Bethany, and Kris-as well as two beloved grand dogs, Barrett and Henry. I’ve always been drawn to work that makes a positive impact on the community. Becoming a Certified Driving Instructor allows me to continue that mission by helping new drivers strengthen their skills, prioritize safety, and develop lasting confidence behind the wheel. In my spare time, you’ll usually find me at a car show, watching UK sports with family and friends, or out on the golf course doing my best, even if the scorecard doesn’t always reflect it.

Originally from Pine Plains, New York, in the beautiful Hudson Valley, Sara moved to Kentucky during her senior year of high school and has proudly called it home ever since. She earned an Associate’s degree in Travel & Tourism, a Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, and an Executive MBA before retiring after a 30-year career in human resources with a local health department. Sara is passionate about helping students build the skills, confidence, and independence that come with learning to drive. She strives to create a calm, supportive, and judgment-free environment where every student can learn at their own pace. For Sara, there’s nothing more rewarding than seeing a student’s confidence grow and witnessing that exciting “I can do this!” moment. When she’s not teaching, Sara enjoys spending time with her teenage daughter, experimenting in the kitchen, hiking, fishing, thrifting, antiquing, watching documentaries, and discovering unique off-the-beaten-path restaurants throughout Kentucky.

Casey grew up in Midway, Kentucky, and spent several years living in Austin and Fort Worth, Texas. Married for 27 years, Casey is a proud parent of two daughters—one pursuing her undergraduate degree at TCU and the other completing graduate studies at the University of Kentucky. The family also includes two beloved dogs. With a background in teaching, coaching, and student counseling, Casey brings a wealth of experience, patience, and encouragement to driving instruction. Having successfully taught both daughters and a younger sister to drive, Casey understands the importance of building confidence and developing safe driving habits. Casey is passionate about helping students master new skills and become capable, responsible drivers. Outside of teaching, Casey enjoys gardening, landscaping, hiking, singing, watching movies, reading a good old-fashioned book, and finding plenty of reasons to laugh!