Courtenay British Columbia Canada
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Frequently Asked Questions about Driving Lessons
How long are the lessons? How often should I take them?
Lessons are generally 1 hour long. However, if it fits the student's schedule better, 1 1/2 and 2 hour lessons can be arranged. These are especially helpful if you are coming from out of town for the lesson, such as Denman or Hornby Islands, Qualicum, Parksville, Campbell River or anywhere outside of the Comox Valley.
Usually we recommend taking 1-2 lessons per week, in order to leave time for practice. We are flexible and can work with the student's schedule to make alternate arrangements if needed.
Which Lesson Package should I choose?
If you're not sure you can start with a single lesson. We will do an assessment of your skills and design a learner-centered lesson plan that works for you.
If you have questions please call us. We will ask you some questions about your driving experience, things you want to work on, are you working towards a test date, what is your availability for lessons and practice?
Professional Driving Lessons are an excellent way to ensure that the Driver is well prepared for the Road Test the first time. ICBC recommends that New Drivers ( L ) acquire 60 hrs of driving experience before going for the Road Test. Our Driving Lessons, when combined with practice, can reduce the amount of time needed to acquire the necessary experience.
When should I start my lessons?
We can start you off in a safe, positive learning environment and teach you safe driving habits and correct procedures no matter when you start. Starting early allows you to space your lessons out over a longer time, offering many advantages such as; ample time to absorb and practice your new skills and knowledge, not having to un-learn bad habits and incorrect procedures, and making lessons more affordable by spreading the cost out over time. Planning lessons well ahead of your test date also greatly reduces the student's stress and test anxiety leading to a much greater likelihood of positive result.
Can I use the school car for the road test?
L drivers must do at least 4 hours of lessons in the school car and successfully complete a mock road test at least a week prior to using the school car for the ICBC road test.
N, LDL and Out of Country license drivers must do an assessment lesson/practice test at least a week prior to the Class 5 road test.
Does the Road Test package include ICBC fees?
No, ICBC fees are paid to the BC Services Center in Courtenay at the time of the road test and are the responsibility of the student. They are not included in lesson or test package prices.
ICBC fees are :
Knowledge test $15 Class 7(N) Road Test $35 Class 5 Road Test $50 New Licence $75
Do you do lessons with seniors? Can you help me prepare for the ERA?
Yes! We are very familiar with the ICBC Enhanced Road Assessment (ERA ) and can help you prepare for it.
Can I cancel or change a lesson? Do you give refunds?
Of course! You may change or cancel a lesson at any time with at least 24 hrs notice, but please keep in mind that we are usually booked at least 1 -3 weeks in advance. Cancellations with less than 24 hrs notice are subject to a late cancellation fee of $40 . If you are using the school car for an ICBC road test and need to cancel, we require at least 3 days advance notice.
Refunds will be given on unused individual lessons or packages minus lessons already taken @$100/hr.
Do you have Gift Certificates?
Is someone special having a big birthday soon? Looking for the perfect Graduation present? We have Gift Certificates available for all lesson packages.
How do I pay for lessons? Do you offer financing?
Etransfers can be sent to bob@luvtodrive.com We also accept Visa and Mastercard (+2.4%)
All lessons must be paid for in advance, no lessons will be done on credit.
Lesson Packages of 6 hours or more require a minimum deposit of $250 with the balance paid before the 3nd lesson.