Driver Training in Looe and surrounding areas

Thanks for taking a look at my website. If you are looking for high quality driving tuition with a calm, understanding and highly qualified & experienced instructor you are in the right place.

Welcome to Calm, Confident Driving!

Learning to drive isn’t just about passing a test – it’s about gaining confidence, staying safe, and feeling supported every step of the way. I offer more than just instruction. I offer guidance grounded in patience, clarity, and a genuine commitment to helping you become a calm, competent driver.

Whether you’re nervous about getting behind the wheel, anxious about the test, or simply looking for an instructor who listens and understands – I can help you. Lessons are designed around your pace and your learning style, with clear explanations and coaching that helps you not just do the right thing, but also understand why.

As a student you will recieve:

• Structured, personalised lessons that build real world skills
• Supportive coaching tailored for anxious or first-time learners
• Clear, honest feedback you can actually use
• Mindful teaching methods that develop emotional confidence, not just mechanical ability
• A focus on lifelong safety and independence 
• Collaboration with parents/accompanying drivers

With 25 years experience, I’ve helped hundreds of learners from all walks of life overcome nerves, understand the road, and achieve their independence. If you’re ready to get started, I’ll meet you with calm encouragement, expert guidance – and a firm belief that every learner deserves to feel empowered behind the wheel.

Included free for all students:

• Theory Test Pro
  Prepare for your theory test using DVSA-approved materials with multiple choice Q&A,  Hazard Perception videos and progress tracking
• Confident Drivers Calming Toolkit
  Tools to ease driving anxiety, including breathing exercises, mindfulness audios, and visualisation techniques
• DriverActive
  Interactive online coaching that helps you think like a driver and build safe habits from day one
• Pocket Instructor
  A smart companion app that tracks progress, supports home practice, and keeps your learning on track between sessions
• Lesson Report After Every Session
  A personalised summary covering what you worked on, what went well, and what to focus on next
• Progress Tracker
  Shows your development over time so you can see your improvement and stay motivated

My commitment doesn’t end after you pass your driving test. I am a registered Pass Plus instructor, and I also provide a free ‘Driving Health Check’ assessment 6 months after you obtain your full licence. 

Support for Full Licence Holders

I don’t only work with learner drivers. If you’ve had a road incident, whether it was a collision, a near miss, or something that knocked your confidence – I offer focused coaching to help you feel safe and capable again.

These sessions are fully tailored to your goals, whether you’re rebuilding motorway confidence, navigating high-pressure situations, or simply getting back to enjoying driving.

I also offer advanced instruction for those that wish to obtain an advanced qualification with RoSPA or IAM.

In addition, I offer Fleet Driver Training for those who drive for work.

I am a registered instructor with Road Safety GB to deliver training & assessments to older drivers.

My Credentials

You’ll be learning with a highly qualified, trusted driving professional:

• DVSA Approved Driving Instructor
• DVSA Fleet Driver Trainer
• Registered Pass Plus Instructor
• RoSPA Gold Advanced Driver
• Diploma in Advanced Driving
• Trainer of Trainee Driving Instructors (on behalf of Drive Driving School)
• TTC Group Trainer delivering post-collision coaching on behalf of Devon & Cornwall Police
• Road Safety GB trainer/assessor of ageing drivers
• Member of ADINJC (Approved Driving Instructors National Joint Council)
• Member of The Guild of Mindful Driver Trainers (The Calm Side)
• Attended training on Thought Feild Therapy and Neuro Linguistic Programming
• Attended training on supportive listening with The Samaritans
• Attended training on working with Neurodiverse learners

Have a look at what some of my former students say: Reviews page.

As well as training learner drivers I provide several other driver training services. Please take a look at this page for more information.

I have signed up to and fully abide by the Driving Instructor Code of Practice.