The 5 Top Secrets On How To Make The Most Out of Your Driving Lessons -- Revealed!

Your “freedom” is within your grasp...Yes! You will soon be driving a car. The responsibilities of handling a car on your own may be tremendous and the way you accomplish these tasks will all depend on how determined and committed you are during your driving lessons.

 You have booked your driving lessons and you’re off! Pretty soon you will be sitting beside your instructor listening intently and absorbing every bit of vital information that you are told. Indeed, learning how to drive is a rite of passage for any aspiring motorist. You might be feeling a cocktail of emotions now—excited, terrified, and even impatient.

 To help you ease your disposition and be more than ready to take the leap into driving, here we reveal the top 5 secrets on how to feel more comfortable, confident and ultimately come out successful in your driving lessons.

 You must carefully select your ADI & Driving School

Your ADI, or Approved Driving Instructor, is a vital factor in your driving lesson endeavor. Choose an ADI who is well-experienced and extremely knowledgeable not only in the act of driving, but more importantly the way driving should be taught to students like you. Ask around, do a little bit of research. You may opt to ask your family or friends about an ADI they could recommend or you can do your own background check and find out who the best ADIs are out there and are available to give driving lessons.

 If you have already chosen an ADI and you feel that you are unsatisfied or not learning at the pace you want to, do not hesitate to ask a replacement from your driving school.

 Go over paperwork prior to starting your driving lessons

Before you start your lessons, your ADI must give you a copy of the rules, regulations and guidelines that must be followed in the duration of your driving lessons. Why is this important? Well for starters, it will give you a clear idea of what to expect during your lessons. You will be made aware of the things that you can and cannot do. Pay special attention to the payment terms, cancellation and refund policies of the driving school of your choice.

 You must also ask for the training plan or lesson plan that you will undertake. This will help you set clearer goals and find ways on how you can achieve them with flying colors. You must also make sure that your EDT Logbook is updated by your instructor at all times especially the “Feedback” and “Recommended Actions” page. Through this you will be made aware of the areas where you excel in and the areas that you should improve on.

 Lastly, if you have chosen a per lesson basis, make sure to ask for an appointment card from your driving school which clearly states the date, time, and type of your driving lesson – whether it is EDT, non-EDT and so on.

 Proper selection of your Sponsor

Your sponsor is the person who will oversee your driving lessons and your driving progress in general. Make sure that the sponsor you choose has the following characteristics:

• Your sponsor must possess a full license for a minimum of 2 years.
• Your sponsor must be knowledgeable and well-experienced in driving.
• Your sponsor must genuinely be concerned about your progress and performance while you learn how to drive.
• Your sponsor must be willing to shed light to your questions and is committed to teach you vital tips in the duration of your driving lessons.

Speak up!

You must never be afraid to ask questions if you have any. You must be assertive to learn things and ask for clarification if any information comes across as confusing to you. The only way for you to be the best driver you can be is by getting answers to your queries and apply what you have learned. Being made aware of the things you do not know will surely lead you to success.

Self-Check and Reflection

Self-reflection and analysis is vital to achieving success in your driving lessons. It would be a great idea to ask your ADI for a recommendation and wrap-up session just before your driving lesson ends. This will be a good chance for you to be made aware of your mistakes and be guided on how you can prevent them to do better in your succeeding lessons. Always keep track of your progress and accept criticisms constructively.

 With all that said, here is a rundown of the most common mistakes that rookie drivers commit:

• Most students develop a lead foot where they go too fast for surrounding conditions.
• Not paying enough attention when changing lanes or turning in roundabouts or junctions.
• The inability to be a defensive driver in a sense that they cannot predict what other drivers would do.
• The wrong overtaking strategies.
• The improper use of mirrors and signals.
• The lack of attention to road markings and signs.

 At the RSA Driving School we have known through experience that you are only ever going to be as good as the training that you receive. We have crafted our own learner driver programs to support not only those who have to complete the EDT but also those ready to prepare for their driving test.
If you're looking for driving lessons in Dublin then get in touch on 01514 3752 or visit our website.