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Northern Beaches Driving School

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Learn to drive with a trusted instructor

NRMA driver training in Sydney's Northern Beaches focuses on low risk driving techniques to assist students to become safer drivers for life and not to just pass their driving test.

We appoint only the highest quality driving instructors, each chosen not only for their skills as professional educators but for their enormous passion for what they do. Regular re-training programs ensure that all NRMA driving instructors are fully abreast of changes in industry practice and modern education techniques.

We offer driving lessons at any stage of the drivers' license process - any age and any level of driving ability. We cover all of the Northern Beaches including Manly and Mona Vale.

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Meet our instructors

Andrew Laurich

As well as being a driving instructor, Andrew is a gifted musician and experienced music teacher. He brings a wealth of experience in guiding and mentoring young people to achieve their goals. Andrew has a gentle and structured approach to his work as an instructor and believes in creating a positive learning environment where learners feel encouraged to develop their skills as a safer driver.

Jackie Dadlani

Jackie has been an instructor since 2011 and joined NRMA in 2013. Jackie finds it extremely satisfying to teach his students how to become safe and competent drivers. Jackie enjoys sharing his knowledge and understanding of low risk driving techniques and communicating the importance of safe driving to his students. He has a relaxed and patient manner which creates a calm learning environment which assists in achieving good driving outcomes.

Mike Turner

Mike first became a driving instructor in 1988 and has been with NRMA Driver Training since it was established in 2007. Mike also studied Medicine majoring in Podiatry. Mike brings a depth of knowledge and experience to his lessons that have helped thousands of students, including those with disabilities, to become safe and independent drivers over many years. Mike is also an Older Driver Assessor and is highly sought after for his compassionate and caring approach to this important role.

Locations covered
Suburbs covered by our Northern Beaches driving school are:
Allambie Heights Avalon Avalon Beach
Balgowlah Balgowlah Heights Bayview
Beacon Hill Belrose Belrose West
Bilgola Brookvale Cammeray
Church Point Clareville Clontarf
Coasters Retreat Collaroy Collaroy Beach
Cottage Point Cremorne Cremorne Junction
Cremorne Point Cromer Crows Nest
Curl Curl Davidson Dee Why
Duffys Forest Elanora Heights Elvina Bay
Fairlight Forestville Frenchs Forest
Frenchs Forest East Freshwater Great Mackerel Beach
Greenwich HMAS Waterhen Ingleside
Killarney Heights Kirribilli Lavender Bay

Members save up to 10% with pre-purchased driving lessons^

Members save up to 10% with pre-purchased driving lessons^

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Refresher lessons and senior assessments pricing

Refresher lessons, re-testing and senior assessments

Refresher lessons - 60 min - $94 | 90 min - $141

Great for anyone who wants to freshen up their driving skills and update their road rule knowledge at any stage in their driving lifecycle. The refresher can also target specific areas of concern as requested.

Great for anyone who wants to freshen up their driving skills and update their road rule knowledge at any stage in their driving lifecycle. The refresher can also target specific areas of concern as requested.

60 minute older driver assessment - $110

Ideal if you're a little more confident in your driving skills and road rule knowledge. The 60 minutes is a formal driver assessment for drivers 85+ years to retain their unrestricted licence as part of the NSW licencing scheme.

90 minute older driver refresher and assessment - $165

Great for refreshing your driving skills, and updating your road rule knowledge. The instructor uses the first 30 minutes to gauge your skills and confidence, and identify areas that may require further improvement prior to the assessment. The remaining 60 minutes is a formal driver assessment for drivers 85+ years to retain their unrestricted licence as part of the NSW licencing scheme.

Conditions of booking: Customers must lodge their medical with TfNSW at least 48 hours prior to their scheduled assessment time or cancellation policy will apply.

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Very fun, safe, driving experience especially to those who are in need of hours and practicing different techniques!

— Ethan Liu

I started my first lesson completely clueless in driving, and I'm now a safe, confident and happy driver!

— K Richmond

I learnt how to be safer on the road, good hours and good people. Highly recommend

— Liam Callan

Now for the fine print
*Standard NRMA driver training terms and conditions apply. ^First time customers are required to purchase and complete an initial lesson prior to redeeming this voucher. Lesson voucher terms and conditions and members best price terms and conditions apply.

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