About Driving School & Driver Education Central Coast

The Learner Arguably the most difficult part of acquiring any licence is the training involved as a learner driver to pass the provisional licence tests administered by the RTA. Laurie's pleasant nature and calm disposition, backed up by his knowledge, experience and comprehensive training ability, ensure that this part of the process is as easy and enjoyable as possible for the learner driver. Nervous Novices Many learner drivers are understandably nervous when they are not proficient at the wheel of a motor vehicle. This nervousness is only more likely to cause them to make mistakes, and any sign of nervousness from the trainer can incite panic in the learner. One of the most important tools for any novice driver is a confident teacher. Being calm under pressure is a valuable skill acquired through Laurie's extensive experience in a variety of situations, particularly the training of drivers of all kinds of road transport vehicles in all traffic situations and terrains. As previously mentioned, Laurie is an EFT Practitioner. This gives him the skills to be able to quickly assist the trainee to release the tension which builds up in a novice driver, especially prior to a driving test. Advanced Driver Training Laurie’s model for advanced driver training, is to create a low risk driving environment, utilising accident avoidance techniques rather than defensive driving techniques. The difference being that accident avoidance techniques attempt to gain information on the driving environment before there is any necessity to take defensive action. Conversely, accident avoidance techniques rely on good observation, gear selection and vehicle position to avoid any situation or incident before it becomes a serious accident. Many young drivers do not receive any experience in heavy traffic or difficult driving conditions prior to obtaining their licence. These situations require confidence and the ability to make and execute correct decisions quickly. Initially, Laurie conducts a carefully developed classroom session explaining the necessary principals, skills and techniques involved. Laurie then assesses the trainee drivers’ ability prior to taking them into densely populated situations that require quick decision making to practice the advanced DT techniques.