Testimonial: Michelle
My story started at the age of 17, when I was the passenger in a T-bone collision. That accident left with with a concussion and anxiety about being in cars, or using any form of transportation. I was in two minor accidents after that but suffered no injuries. What these subsequent accidents did was leave me feeling more and more scared about the idea of being behind the wheel. As long as I had friends and family who were always willing to drive me, the issue was pushed to the side. At...
Read MoreWhen does driver education start?
WHEN DOES DRIVER EDUCATION START ? This is a question parents ask themselves ones their children reach their teens. Before the teen years , parents give this scarcely a thought , it seems too far into the future or too scary to contemplate. And yet, without knowing (and through little effort on your part) you have been teaching your children how to behave in traffic the whole time. Your children’s little eyes and little ears have eagerly absorbed every action you have taken and...
Read MoreDo 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 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.”
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 accept referrals of traumatized drivers from legal and medical professionals?
“I work with many psychologists, occupational therapists, Workers compensation, insurance adjusters, law offices and medical offices. A professional is always welcome to call me in advance to discuss requirements. My coaching also meets the requirements for court-ordered driving remediation.”
Read MoreCan a student do a driver’s exam in your car?
“The Volvo can be booked for the road test and a 1 hour brush-up lesson is given before the exam time to touch on each area the student can expect to be tested on.”
Read MoreDo you offer classroom courses?
“All my lessons are tailored to the student’s abilities. I build on previous skills, and take into account any special needs. No two students require the same instruction, so each student gets my undivided attention in the car. Also, the ability to practice new skills immediately and hands-on means that much more learning is retained.”
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