Do you have students coming to you with special requirements?
“Yes, I see students who are anxious about driving post-crash, or who have been referred to take driver re-certification, new drivers, students who prefer an understanding, female coach, and new Canadians. Having grown up in Europe, I understand about the challenges of adopting a new country and culture.”
Read MoreWhat are the most popular misconceptions about driver instruction?
“Some people ask me whether a weeks-long driving school classroom course is necessary. It is not – time after time, we find that hands-on, in-car individual training is a better investment of your time and money. Students understand the concepts much better when they are in the car and can apply them. There is no ICBC requirement for classroom training, the examination comes down to how well you handle a car and make decisions on the road. My job is to equip you with the skills and the...
Read MoreWhy do you call yourself a driving coach rather than an instructor?
“In 2001 when I started teaching, I discovered very quickly that I am particularly good with fearful drivers. I developed my method of coaching which focuses not only on the driving skills, but also the confidence to drive successfully.” Where did this talent come from? “At age 8, I was in a bad car crash. It wasn’t until I learned to drive years later that the impact of this surfaced; the fear I experienced driving seemed irrational and I was embarrassed that I was so...
Read MoreHow does a student know that all of the necessary skills will be taught for the BC Driver’s exam?
“In addition to building confidence and good driving habits, all of the material for the BC Drivers Class 7 and Class 5 licensing is covered. A student needs to allow enough time to learn the materials, this is individual to the student’s experience, learning style and how much practice time is accomplished between lessons. One advantage of in-car coaching is that there is immediate feedback, the student always knows how they are progressing.”
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Read MoreCan you offer coaching in German?
“Ja, ich spreche Deutsch und kann in Deutsch unterrichten.”
Read MoreDo you guarantee a pass on the exam?
“No driving school is permitted to guarantee exam results – the examination process is independent and the performance of the exam is the student’s responsibility. What I can say is that my coaching method gives the student the knowledge, the personalized attention to the areas they need, and the coaching to give the student driving confidence, both for the exam and for everyday driving.”
Read MoreIs the BC exam hard for a new driver?
“Of course the exam is hard – if you are not prepared. My students go into the exam with the skills and confidence they need to succeed.”
Read MoreHow many lessons does it take to pass the exam?
“There is no one answer to this question – it all has to do with the student’s prior experience, their style of learning and their willingness. Because the lessons are tailored to each student, we evaluate progress together as we go, and make decisions on the number and length of lessons. In consultation with me, the student makes the decision when they are ready for the exam.”
Read MoreIs your school an official driving school?
“The school is licensed under the Motor Vehicle Act with ICBC as an official driving school (License #DTC1511). The school is also an accredited member of the Better Business Bureau of Vancouver Island and adheres to the BBB Code of Business...
Read MoreDo you provide printed materials or course books?
“Because each student’s training is individual, there is no set programme or checklist. What I find most effective is for the student to bring paper and pen to the lesson, there is always time given at the end of the lesson to recap the learning and for the student to write their notes. There are handbooks available free of charge from ICBC at the Driver Licensing Offices and online http://www.icbc.com/road-safety.”
Read MoreCan a student get motorcycle, commercial or truck license training?
“I have made the decision to specialize in new and nervous drivers in Class 5 and 7 only. If you or a family member needs specialized licensing, I would be happy to recommend an instructor in that specialty.”
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