FAQ

Yes. Parents are encouraged to ride along to observe how their new driver is progressing and to learn techniques that will help them in their role as co-drivers. One parent is allowed to ride with the coach and the student for a maximum of three people in the car.

We have a 24 hour cancellation policy. Lessons cancelled within that time (or no-shows), will result in a forfeiture of that lesson. A reinstatement fee will need to be paid in order to reschedule that lesson. Everyone receives a 3-day reminder via email and a 24-hour reminder via text.

We understand that emergencies happen, however, we only have so many lesson slots, and cannot replace that time once it is lost. Because of that, everyone – regardless of the situation –  is subject to the reinstatement fee for late cancellations.

In-car lessons are 90 minutes each. Road Test Packages are two hours long. Theory Classroom sessions are three hours long including scheduled break times.

We service the entire Lower Mainland from East Maple Ridge to West Vancouver. When you register with Driving Unlimited Academy your coach will pick you up at your home or school for your in-car lessons. GLP Theory Classes are conducted online via Zoom, and you can participate from the comfort of your home.

Yes! You can add extra lessons to an existing lesson plan whenever necessary. You can either purchase a single lesson on the website, or call our office to purchase.

There are a wide range of courses available. We have taken care to price our services competitively – students can experience the benefits of the Driving Unlimited Academy training at prices similar to other respected schools. There are always lower cost alternatives available when choosing any product or service – consumers should take care to compare the quality of the services before they make a purchasing decision.

We recommend you call a representative at Driving Unlimited Academy for expert advice on which training program is the best choice for you.

You can take lessons based on your schedule and your coach’s schedule. We recommend booking 6-8 weeks ahead to ensure availability, as we are extremely busy. Students with more flexibility in their schedules – such as the ability to take lessons during the school day – will have more options available to them for scheduling, as there are only so many after-school or weekend spots.

It is recommended that the driving lessons take priority over extra curricular activities, if necessary, at this crucial time in the learning path.

After your initial registration, our office will book the first three lessons for you. Once you are working with a coach, it is recommended to schedule following ones in advance .  It is recommended that you try to schedule your lessons 6-8 weeks in advance to get the availability you prefer. You can book with your coach directly or call the office and we can schedule for you.

Yes. You will have your coach’s email and cell number so you can contact them any time with questions, to book lessons, or get help with on-line training. Parents can call to discuss progress or get advice on effective supervised practice. Because coaches can’t talk to you while they are engaged in other lessons, our office is also available to answer questions during regular office hours.

We are an ICBC Licensed driving school offering a full range of lesson packages and an ICBC Approved Graduated Licensing Program Course. The GLP course is our most popular program. We also have lesson packages that can be tailored to suit the individual student’s needs and level of experience. Whether you are a beginner driver, or an experienced driver looking for a tune-up, we have the experience to help.  We offer the GLP Course package, individual lesson packages, Road Test packages, and Class 4 (Restricted) training.

Our objective is that a coach and student work together for the duration of the in- car training. In certain cases, such as when a coach is sick or on vacation, or due to limited availability, or position/area changes we may need to switch the student to a different coach for a lesson.

Yes. We offer a Road Test Package that includes a pre-test (max 45 min) warm-up session with the coach, as well as the use of the driving school vehicle for your test. Road Test packages cannot be purchased online, as we need to verify availability prior to purchase. Please call the office to book.