North Vancouver · ICBC Class 7 & Class 5
Driving Lessons in North Vancouver
One-on-one lessons with Shayan, in English or Farsi. $150.00 for 90 minutes, with a written lesson report after every drive.
- 5.0 on Google · 330 reviews
- 1,200+ students since 2016
- Lessons start at 1290 Marine Dr
- Lessons in English or Farsi
Know what to practice before your next drive.
After your lesson, you should not be left guessing. Your instructor will explain what went well, what needs work, and what to practise before your next drive. For road-test preparation, we help you separate small mistakes from the habits that really need attention before test day.
Instructor-reviewed feedback
Road-test focused
Clear next steps
95
score
95 / 100 readiness
Ready to book the road test
Based on the skills your instructor scored during the lesson. Skills not practiced are left out.
Instructor notes
Mirror checks became more consistent once the route felt familiar.
Shoulder checks need to happen before turning the wheel.
Gap decisions improved when you waited for cleaner openings.
Next practice plan
Shoulder checks
Check before the steering input, not during the turn.
Stop spacing
Leave more room behind the vehicle ahead.
Gap decisions
Wait for a cleaner opening before moving.
Mock road-test sheet
Matches ICBC’s new road-test marking sheet (Oct 2026)
- Left Turn
- 0
- Right Turn
- 10
- Road Position
- 10
- Vehicle Handling
- 0
Right Turn · Observation · 10
Late shoulder check before the turn (A1 on the old sheet)
Road Position · Stops too close/too far · 10
Stopped too close behind the vehicle ahead (B3 on the old sheet)
20 demerits · limit 95
Marks are worth 5 or 10 demerits. Up to 95 is within the limit; 100 is a fail. Dangerous actions and violations are separate fails. Practice guidance, not an ICBC result.
Driving lessons in North Vancouver
One-on-one lessons for new drivers, nervous drivers and anyone preparing for an ICBC Class 7 or Class 5 road test. Pay per lesson, no package required.
- 90-Minute In-Car Driving LessonBest first step for new students, returning students, and anyone who wants assessment before a road test.$150.00per lesson · 90 minBook this lesson
- 45 Minute Warm Up + 45 Minute Road TestFor students we have already assessed and approved as road-test ready.$170.00per lesson · 90 minBook this lesson
Who the lessons are for
- Beginner Driving LessonsIf you are just starting out, the first goal is control. Beginner driving lessons focus on starting and stopping smoothly, turning correctly, lane position, parking basics, right-of-way, observation habits, and understanding what is happening around the car.
- Class 7 Road Test PreparationFor learners preparing for the N road test, lessons focus on road test readiness, not road test tricks: observation, shoulder checks, speed control, parking, lane changes, turning judgment, school zones, stop position, gap selection, highway driving and merging, and calm decisions.
- Class 5 Road Test PreparationSince October 19, 2026, most N drivers with a clean record move to Class 5 through ICBC's Driving Record Assessment instead of a road test. If you're licensed outside Canada, or your record doesn't qualify, you still take the Class 5 road test, and we prepare you for it: independence, judgment, space management, speed choice, hazard awareness, highway driving, and merging.
- Refresher Driving LessonsRefresher lessons are useful if you have not driven for a while, learned in another country, failed a road test, or want a clear outside eye on parking, lane changes, intersections, highway driving, speed control, or road test preparation.
How We Teach Driving
Our teaching style is direct, calm, and practical.
We explain what matters before asking you to fix it. We do not just say "shoulder check more" or "slow down" without showing you when, why, and how that habit affects safety.
A good instructor should notice patterns, not just individual mistakes. If you keep missing shoulder checks, the issue may be timing. If your turns are wide, the issue may be speed, steering setup, or where you are looking. If parking feels stressful, the issue may be reference points, control, or rushing before the car is lined up.
We try to find the actual reason, then coach from there.
What students say
“Thank you so much for all our wonderful driving lessons. I was quite nervous when we first started, but you made our lessons really comfortable and fun.”
Mack “I passed! Full marks! The examiner said he hadn't had a perfect test in a long time. Thank you so much for the lessons, you did an awesome job of getting me ready for my test and making me a better driver in the process.”
Auden “Thank you so much for your patience, kindness, and understanding throughout our lessons. I could have never progressed in my driving skills without your help.”
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Learners from across North Vancouver
Every lesson starts and ends at our meeting point, so your paid time goes into instruction instead of driving across town. From there we choose routes that match your level: hills, school zones, roundabouts and busy merges.
Every lesson starts and ends at 1290 Marine Dr. Open in Google Maps
- Central Lonsdale
- Lower Lonsdale
- Lynn Valley
- Edgemont Village
- Deep Cove
- Norgate
- Pemberton Heights
- Capilano
- Lonsdale Quay
- Moodyville
Free road test guides
All driving tipsQuestions before you book
Can I use your car for my road test?
Only after we have seen you demonstrate road-test readiness in a regular lesson. That may happen in your first lesson, or it may take several lessons depending on your skill level. We do not cut corners or approve our vehicle for students who are not ready. If being told "not yet" would be a problem for you, please do not proceed with us.
If I book one lesson, am I guaranteed to use your car for the road test?
No. A lesson gives us a chance to assess and coach you, but it does not guarantee road-test vehicle approval. Approval depends on whether you demonstrate road-test readiness during the lesson. If you are not ready, we will tell you what needs to improve before we allow our vehicle to be used for the test.
I'm new to your school. Can I use your car for a road test right away?
No. New students must start with a regular lesson first. We need to assess your driving before we decide whether our vehicle can be used for a road test. Short-notice road-test requests are not approved unless you have already demonstrated road-test readiness with us.
Do I still need a Class 5 road test?
Most N drivers don't. Since October 19, 2026, ICBC moves N drivers with a clean record to a Class 5 licence through a Driving Record Assessment instead of a second road test: 24 months of safe driving if you're under 25 (18 months with an approved GLP course), or 12 months if you're 25 or older, with no prohibitions, suspensions, excessive speeding or electronic-device convictions in that time. You still take the Class 5 road test if your record doesn't qualify, or if you're licensed in a country without a licence-exchange agreement with BC. We prepare students for that test. Our article "ICBC GLP Changes 2026" explains the details.
Start With One Focused Driving Lesson
You do not need to know exactly how many lessons you need before you start. Start with one focused driving lesson. Your instructor will assess your current driving, explain what needs work, and help you understand the next practical step. Either way, you will leave with a clearer idea of where you stand and what to practise next.