Who We Are
Heavy Metal Training Institute (HMTI) is a premier CDL training school located in Pryor, Oklahoma, providing hands-on, safety-focused instruction for students preparing to enter the transportation industry. As a female-owned, Native American-owned business and Oklahoma’s only private truck driving school, HMTI is committed to expanding access to high-quality CDL training across the state. Our programs include Class A and Class B CDL training, endorsements, and employer-focused training solutions. With small class sizes, experienced instructors, and a practical, real-world approach, we prepare every student to start their driving career with confidence.
What Sets HMTI Apart
- Oklahoma’s Only Private Truck Driving School
- Female-Owned Business
- Native American-Owned Business
- Hands-On, Safety-Focused Training
- Small Class Sizes and Experienced Instructors
- Located at MidAmerica Industrial Park in Pryor, Oklahoma
Our Training Philosophy
At HMTI, we believe the best drivers are trained through experience, not just classroom time. Our students spend extensive hours behind the wheel, learning on a dedicated training lot designed for safe, controlled skill development before transitioning to real‑world driving. We focus on safety, professionalism, and mastery of the fundamentals — the qualities employers value most.
How HMTI Began
In 2017, founder Bobbie Wolf recognized a major gap in CDL training across Northeast Oklahoma. Rural communities and Native American Tribes had limited access to high‑quality driver training, leaving many potential students without a pathway into a stable, in‑demand career. Determined to change that, she began building what would become HMTI.
HMTI officially opened in 2019 in Vinita, Oklahoma, operating out of a small office on Route 66 with just one truck. Demand grew quickly, and within the first year, two additional trucks were added to support the growing number of students. Early partnerships — including a key collaboration with Cherokee Nation Career Services to train students in the High‑Voltage Lineman Program — helped expand access to CDL training across Tribal communities.
Growth and Expansion
As enrollment increased, HMTI relocated in 2020 to an 11‑acre campus in Big Cabin, Oklahoma. This larger facility was designed specifically for CDL training, giving students the space to safely learn how to operate 18‑wheel trucks before driving on public roads. The campus supported hands‑on training, community partnerships, and the continued growth of HMTI’s programs.
In 2023, HMTI consolidated its operations into a centralized, purpose‑built campus at the MidAmerica Industrial Park in Pryor, Oklahoma. This move strengthened our ability to serve students and employers by bringing all training, testing, and administrative operations under one roof in a modern, strategically located facility.
Our Commitment Today
HMTI remains dedicated to providing accessible, high-quality CDL training to students across Oklahoma—including rural communities, Tribal partners, and employers seeking reliable workforce solutions. As a female-owned, Native American-owned business and Oklahoma’s only private truck driving school, we take pride in creating opportunities for individuals seeking rewarding careers in the transportation industry. Every graduate leaves with the skills, confidence, and professionalism needed to succeed on the road and in the industry.
HMTI is licensed by the Oklahoma Board of Private Vocational Schools (OBPVS), 3700 North Classen Boulevard #250, Oklahoma City, OK 73118, (405) 528-3370.
Let’s get things moving!
Whether you’re starting your CDL journey or want to enroll your employees, begin your HMTI process below.