Defensive Driving Course Level 1, FULL DAY - Canberra

Fitness and Experience

• The Level 1 course is suited to drivers of regular passenger vehicles (including four wheel drives and light commercial vehicles)
• All participants must present their current driver's licence ('P' plate or above) in order to participate
• No particular level of fitness or experience is required

What to Bring/Wear

• Your current driver’s licence
• Your vehicle with a full tank of fuel, optimal tyre pressures, water and oil levels
• Wear comfortable casual clothing according to the weather
• Wear footwear that has a thin sole eg. joggers
• Bulky shoes, high heels or climbing boots are not optimal driving shoes
• It is a good idea to bring along a hat, sunscreen and the Aerogard if it is hot, or an umbrella if it’s raining
• Do not bring family or friends as spectators are not permitted

What is Supplied

• Professional tuition from experienced instructors
• Course equipment
• Driver booklet and Certificates for course graduates
• Tea and coffee
• Lunch

More Information

Suitable to all drivers 18 to 80 years (P plate drivers a speciality) and suitable to most vehicles including four wheel drives and light commercial vehicles. Presented in a relaxed, friendly, and supportive environment by qualified, experienced instructors, with a balanced mixture of theory and practical driving exercises. We guarantee that regardless of your driving experience you’ll be amazed at what you’ll learn, and what a great time you’ll have learning it with us.

• Classroom Based Discussion: We start the day with a discussion concentrating on driver attitude and focus, and scenarios to improve driver technique and behavior. The course then moves outside, for hands-on practical exercises, involving the following: 
  
  • Tyres and Car Maintenance
  • Seating/Posture/Steering Technique
  • Following Distances
  • Stopping Distances
  • Emergency Braking technique
  • Collision Avoidance and Lane Changing.
  • Split Surface Braking
  • Corner Braking
  • Skid Control
  • Fatigue Management
  • Road Rules