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Verified Working with Children Check
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Driving Instructor's Licence
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Member of Australian Driver Trainers Association (Victoria) Inc
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Instructed for
2.0 years
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Spoken language(s)
English
Instructor bio
My name is Garth. To say that I have a lot of driving experience is an understatement. I have driven through the NT in the 130kph speed zones, on the autobahns in Europe, across states of the USA, country dirt roads in Fiji and Vanuatu and on the long sandy beaches in New Zealand. I love to drive, I love to ride and I love machines. I have been driving motor vehicles for over 30 years. Front wheel drive, Rear wheel drive, 4x4's as well as Heavy Vehicles for the past 15 years. I've driven in every major city in Australia and Melbourne is by far my favourite, perhaps even the best and easiest city to navigate in the entire country.... yes even right hand hook turns!
I am passionate about coaching drivers to success. Success towards road safety and success in knowing and understanding the importance and what is required of them when they are behind the wheel.
I am friendly, easy-going, calm and patient. The skills I have acquired through my life journey have equipped me with the ability to quickly find common ground and relate well with people across a diverse range of backgrounds, experience and age groups.
I studied Youth Work, Leadership and Counselling, I’ve worked in the Retail Industry, Gaming Industry and most recently in Events, Conferences and Exhibitions. I am married with children and 2 dogs. My work brings great flexibility and work-life balance. As a father, working close to home means that I get to spend more quality time with my family, which is important to me.
Reviews
Garth was very encouraging and was able to make the lesson casual comforting me and making me less stressed. It felt as though i was having a normal conversation with a friend while learning all the road rules and how to safely drive.
Evan
Calm, clear and direct. Looking forward to future sessions
Tom
You're a good teacher!
I always remember you teaching me how to ease the clutch out, off handbrake and use the clutch, (marshmallows) easy :)
Tracie
GARTH is the most amazing professional driving instructor I have came across, I have been putting off my license for many years and been through quite a few instructors but Garth made me feel so comfortable- I was quite an anxious driver and even on my worst days Garth motivated me and kept me going. So grateful and I’m going to miss Garth ❤️❤️
I could not recommend him enough !
Thank you soooooo much I could not have got my license without you
Sharni
Garth is a very patient teacher and I really noticed how he was particularly good with our Son who has high functioning ASD and sometimes experiences anxiety when it comes to new things like driving.
Sarah
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More info about bookings
- At the completion of the booking process you can leave notes for your instructor about your preferences (optional).
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Your online account is created during the booking process:
- Review / edit your bookings & profile details
- Book / purchase additional lessons or a test package
- Reschedule or cancel bookings at no cost (>5 hrs before start time)
- Change your instructor or pick up address
- Your instructor's contact details are displayed in your online account, the instructor also receives your contact details.
- Your chosen instructor will meet you with their dual controlled vehicle at the location/date/time selected - no need to confirm.
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Intl conversions
Need to convert your overseas licence or simply looking to build your confidence on Australian roads?
Our instructors welcome the opportunity to assist those who may have learnt to drive in another country.
Simply book an ordinary driving lesson or lesson package. Leave a lesson note after booking if you wish to provide some additional detail regarding your driving history and specific needs.
The lesson charge is no different to a standard driving lesson.
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Learn in your car
Learning in your own car can be a good idea if:
- You are a confident learner driver about to take a driving test
- You are on a provisional or unrestricted licence
- You have a new car to familiarise yourself with
Learning in your own car is not suitable for inexperienced or new learner drivers.
Our instructors are happy to offer lessons in your car if it is registered, roadworthy, comprehensively insured & clean. Our instructors reserve the right to refuse instruction in your car if they believe your driving skills or vehicle condition are a safety risk. The instructor may wish to conduct one or more lessons in their own vehicle prior.
To learn in your own car, simply add a lesson note upon booking.
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Driving test package
A driving test package can take much of the stress out of your test day & improve your chances of getting a PASS.
You can book a driving test package with Garth as a stand alone booking or in conjunction with ordinary driving lessons. The booking form is accessed from the instructors profile page. All EzLicence learners can also book a driving test package at any time in the future from their online account.
A driving test package is priced at $199 & includes:
- Pick-up 1hr prior to test start time
- 45 min pre-test warm up
- Use of instructors vehicle to sit the test
- Drop-off after the test result is received
Garth provides driving test packages for tests conducted at the following testing centres:
- Ringwood Licence Testing Centre
- Bundoora Customer Service Centre
- Burwood East Customer Service Centre
- Carlton Customer Service Centre
- Mooroolbark Licence Testing Centre
- Broadmeadows Customer Service Centre
- Dandenong Customer Service Centre
- Heatherton Customer Service Centre
- Kew Licence Testing Centre
- Box Hill Licence Testing Centre
- Richmond Licence Testing Centre
- Mulgrave Licence Testing Centre
- South Morang Licence Testing Centre
- Coolaroo Licence Testing Centre
- Essendon Fields Licence Testing Centre
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Free cancellation & rescheduling
Reschedule or cancel existing bookings up to 5 hrs prior to the start time at no cost. You are able to manage all bookings from your personal EzLicence online account.
If you choose to cancel a lesson your EzLicence online account will instantly receive the equivalent lesson credit. You can use the credit to make future bookings anytime within 36 months.
