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REFRESHER DRIVING LESSONS AND COURSES IN SOUTH LONDON

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Refresher driving lessons can benefit various types of drivers in different ways and situations: Below we have highlighted why refresher driving lessons may be of a benefit to you.

1. Newly qualified drivers
Refresher driving lessons are recommended for newly passed drivers to help them  build confidence, reinforce their recently learnt skills, and gain more experience in areas not extensively covered during their initial driving lesson and indeed driving test, like motorway driving, night driving, etc.

2. Drivers returning after a long break
Refresher driving lessons are great for those drivers getting back behind the wheel after a significant gap wihtout driving (e.g. due to living abroad, medical reasons, etc.) Drivers can take any number of refreshers driving lessons to reacquaint themselves with current vehicles, rules and road conditions and shake off any rustiness and or apprehension.

3. Drivers seeking to improve specific skills
Refreshers allow targeting improvement in areas like parking, roundabout navigation, speed and hazard awareness where the driver feels they need more practice. Just let your driving instructor know what it is you would like to focus your refresher driving lessons specifically on. And indeed if we notice any areas of improvement or bad habits and techniques we can advise during the course of your refresher driving lesson.

4. Drivers involved in accidents/incidents
Refresher driving lessons are can be used by drivers who have been invovled in a collision or incident that has impacted their confidence. These drivers can use refreshers to regain their driving assurance.

5. Drivers moving to a new vehicle type
Refreshers help drivers transitioning to a different transmission (manual to automatic) (PLEASE NOTE: An automatic driver must retake their driving test if they are moving from automatic to manual transmission vehicle) or vehicle size / type get accustomed to the new vehicle controls and dynamics. PLEASE NOTE SOME VEHICLE TYPES REQUIRE ADDITIONAL LICENCE ADDENDUM.

6. Drivers facing challenging conditions
Urban drivers in cities like London can benefit from refreshers focused on dense traffic, complex junctions and other unique local challenges such as bus and cycle lanes, complex roundabouts and multiple junction layouts.

7. Elderly drivers
Older drivers can take refreshers to have an instructor evaluate any developing bad habits and provide techniques for safer senior driving.

Refresher driving lessons are valuable for a wide range of drivers - from newly qualified to very experienced - looking to improve their skills, confidence and safety in specific areas or changing driving locations, conditions and environments.


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WHAT ARE SOME OF THE KEY BENEFITS OF REFRESHER DRIVING LESSONS?

Here are some of the key benefits of taking refresher driving lessons:

1. Increased road safety
- Refresher lessons help address weak areas and reinforce proper driving skills, techniques and knowledge of traffic rules, improving safety for the driver, passengers and other road users.
- They allow drivers to brush up on defensive driving methods like hazard perception and anticipation.

2. Greater confidence behind the wheel
- For those who have had a long break from driving or a negative experience like an accident, refreshers can help rebuild confidence and comfort when driving.
- The lessons provide a controlled environment to regain assurance in areas of difficulty like complex junctions or motorways.

3. Enhanced driving skills
- Refreshers enable refining existing skills like maneuvering, maintaining safe distances, smooth gear changes etc.
- Drivers can also develop new skills suited to their needs e.g. night driving, driving with new vehicle types.

4. Improved fuel efficiency
Proper techniques like smooth acceleration, appropriate gear selection taught in refreshers can help increase fuel economy.

5. Reduced accident risk
With improved driving competencies and confidence, the chances of being involved in an accident are lowered, avoiding potential costs of repairs, insurance hikes etc.

6. Enjoyment of driving
By addressing anxiety/nervousness, refreshers can help renew the pleasure and positive mindset towards driving.

7. Addressing specific concerns
Unlike basic lessons, refreshers allow focusing on areas the driver finds challenging like motorways, parking maneuvers etc.

Refresher driving lessons provide a valuable opportunity for drivers of all experience levels to update and refresh their driving skills, regain confidence after breaks in driving or after an incident or accident. And can help them learn new techniques and ultimately become a safer and more responsible driver.

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LOW COST LESSON PRICES

Manual Car Lessons
£38 p/hr

Automatic Car Lessons
£38 p/hr
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Pass Plus Lessons
£45 p/hr

Refresher lessons
£45 p/hr

Motorway Course 

(1 hours tuition)
£45 p/hr


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Our driving instructors in South London 
covering local locations near you:
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Balham
 
Barnes
 
Battersea
 
Brixton
 
Kensington
 
Streatham
 
Tooting

Vauxhall

Wimbledon

Wandsworth 

Q.what is the duration of pass plus driving courses in london?

The Pass Plus driving course in London has a minimum duration requirement of 6 hours of practical training. Furthermore it is a 6 hour minimum course and is divided across 6 modules covering different driving scenarios like town and city driving, rural roads, motorways, night driving, etc.

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Our Comprehensive Driving COurses

As well as Pass Plus driving lessons and courses in South London we also provide the following driving courses.
  • Automatic Driving Lessons. Ideal for Londoners iff you have tried a manual car and find it just a bit too much for you, especially with driving on the busy, stop start capitals congested roads.
  • Advanced Driving Courses, for those drivers in south London wanting to take their driving skills and ability to the next level. Ideal for those that drive in their everyday working life.
  • Pass Plus Driving Courses, ideal if you have just passed your London driving test, along with substantial car insurance discounts in South London
  • Crash Driving Courses & Lessons - Need to pass your driving test in London quickly, then take our crash driving course which is the same as an intensive driving course. It's just some Londoners choose to call it this instead.
  • Intensive Driving Courses Again this driving courses will enable you to pass your test in the shortest possible time. If you live in south London we can help you pass your driving test within two weeks.
  • Motorway Driving Courses for those drivers needing extra confidence in their motorway and dual carriageway driving abilities. Motorway driving is quite different to driving on busy south London streets.
  • Refresher Driving Lessons, ideal for those experienced in inexperienced drivers wanting to enhance and or refresh their driving skills. Or perhaps you have just moved to South London and are a bit wary of driving in London or the UK.
  • Beginner Manual Driving Lessons we have a range of courses to suit beginners of all ages and abilities we will be able to quickly assess your driving needs.
  • How to Start Practical Driving Lesson this is a quick guide that tells you in 7 easy steps all you need to do and check to start your driving lessons in London.​

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South London Driving School areas

Nearest Driving Test Centres in South London

Driving Test Centre in Croydon
111 Canterbury Road
Croydon
Surrey
CR0 3HH

Driving Test Centre in Hither Green
42- 44 Ennersdale Road
Hither Green
Greater London
SE13 6JD
Driving Test Centre in Isleworth
Worton Hall
Worton Road 
Isleworth
TW7 6ER

Driving Test Centre in Tolworth
Douglas House 1b
Douglas Road
Tolworth, Surrey
KT6 7RZ
Driving Test Centre in Mitcham
Redhouse Road
Mitcham
Surrey
CR0 3AQ

Driving Test Centre in Morden
10 Tudor Drive
Morden
Surrey
SM4 4P
Driving Test Centre in Chertsey
Unit 4, The Forum
Hanworth Lane
Chertsey
Surrey KT16 9JJX

Driving Test Centre in Wallington (Mint House)
6 Stanley Park Road
Wallington
Surrey
SM6 0PY

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