Advanced & Defensive Driving Courses Derby
Our advanced and defensive driving courses in Derby are conducted by experienced driving instructors who are local to the Derby area and have a thorough knowledge of Derbyshire.
We cover Derby + All of the UK – We come to you for the training:
We provide bespoke advanced/defensive driver training to companies and private individuals using our national network of DVSA-registered advanced driving instructors.
For all our bespoke driving courses in Derby, we provide training on a range of roads and different areas, which can include:
Motorway training – The M1 lies to the east of Derby and is linked via the A52 and the Derby Southern Bypass. Using routes such as these, we have helped many drivers become more confident when using the motorway network. If you are in a position where you now need to drive on motorways more frequently for work purposes, then having some extra tuition for the fast and busy motorway routes is a great idea. By employing some simple yet advanced driver techniques, such as improved planning and observation, and introducing driving systems like IPSGA, which stands for information, planning, speed, gears, and acceleration, you can begin to use the motorway safely and confidently. Many drivers worry about using motorways due to the speed of travel. Still, statistically, motorway driving is one of the safest ways to drive and with more confidence, you can start to travel further afield using these direct routes.
Rural Roads – Derby is surrounded by beautiful open countryside with many miles of rural roads to travel. Although very picturesque, rural roads can be treacherous for drivers who are unfamiliar with them or familiar with them but drive too fast without proper planning and observation. Minor rural roads can be very narrow and winding, so using certain driving techniques can help you remain safer in hazardous situations. When taking drivers out on rural roads, we use a system called the ‘limit point’. This allows you to drive more confidently on bendy roads and helps you to maintain a reasonable speed without harsh braking on corners. The rural roads to the west of Derby, such as the triangle of roads between the A52 and the A516, are littered with crash sites, very similar to the Kedleston Road, which links to Weston Underwood to the north of the city. We have utilised these routes to hone rural driving skills, enabling many drivers to become more confident when navigating open countryside.
Urban Training – The A601, Lara Croft Way, and Ford Street ring road surrounding the centre of Derby is full of multi-lane traffic light systems and roundabouts, which can be stressful, especially during rush hours. Many accidents have been seen in and around the urban centre of Derby. We have helped many drivers become more aware of their surroundings when using urban roads. Although accidents in urban areas can be less severe due to lower speeds, they can be very chaotic and upsetting if you find yourself caught up in one. Most accidents on busy town roads are due to a lack of patience and poor observation, so better mirror work and indications are vital for staying safe in urban environments. With some easy-to-learn techniques, you will be able to travel confidently in any urban area. This is very beneficial if you have to use them for work or delivery purposes.
Remember – All of our on-road driving courses are bespoke to your own needs. This relates to both business and private customers
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During a session, we typically look at:
* Forward planning and observation
* Speed Awareness
* Developing a positive attitude towards safer driving
* How to become a safer driver on all roads
* Car or van control (gears, steering, foot controls, signals)
* Rules of the road
* Dealing with road rage
* Reversing and manoeuvres
* Dealing with adverse weather
* Town and urban defensive driving
* Driving in heavy traffic and allowing adequate space
* Skid control theory and learning what causes skids
* Eco-safe driving (effective use of speed, gears, and planning)
* Anticipation – Learning to see and not just look
* Understanding other road users and their intentions
Bespoke training
Our bespoke training is what separates us from other training providers. The thought of a rigid, tick-box, one-size-fits-all driving course fills us with dread. They’re uninspiring, boring and rarely get the most from a driver. We approach training in the same way we approach our customers, whether business or personal; each one is unique. Every driver is different in their approach to driving, influenced by both internal and external factors. Internal elements include personality type, attitudes, and concentration. External elements are things such as years of driving experience, mileage covered, positive and negative experiences, etc.
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All our courses are bespoke to the needs of the driver, whether that’s a session for one or 100+. As a result, we can provide a course which best fits your needs. Please call us or use the contact form upper right for more information.