It’s Cooper from Cooper Driving School, your Vancouver driving school that cuts through the noise. Let’s talk limits—every car, every road, every driver has them. Push past them, and you’re skidding, crashing, out of control. At Cooper Driving School, I’m a fantastic, highly experienced driving instructor who’ll teach you to respect those limits. We’ll drive […]
Northern Ontario with Snow halfway up the front door of my mom’s home. Every winter, we would travel to ski hills in the area and drive drive drive. In time I learned to love the snow and yet be very cautious of other drivers. News Headlines flood the TV with Ice and Snow, Causing 450 […]
Often partners of my new drivers suggest that it’s important to have a very high degree of skill with the car including the mechanics and how the car works. Modern cars are designed to make it easy to drive, minimal knowledge required. But once you hit the legal roads with signs rules laws bylaws and […]
What Happens When Traction Vanishes? This incredible video highlights real-life moments of tires losing grip on a variety of slippery surfaces—ranging from deceptively dry pavement to sheer ice. It’s a must-watch for anyone looking to truly understand the limits of vehicle control. Key Takeaways: Why This Video Matters It’s more than just amazing to watch. […]
The ability to drive without constant guidance or reassurance is a key part of building independence. At Cooper’s Vancouver Driving School, I encourage students to experience periods of silence during their lessons. This quiet time allows them to practice self-reliance, make independent decisions, and develop the confidence to manage situations without prompting. Silence helps drivers […]
In the hustle of city traffic, it’s easy to feel pressured to keep up with other drivers. However, this pack mentality can lead to risky behaviours like tailgating and rushing through stop signs. At Cooper’s Vancouver Driving School, I teach students to resist these pressures and focus on safe, mindful driving. Many students arrive feeling […]
Knowing what your four ties are doing on the road—gripping, slipping, and sliding, is so very critical for all driving situations long before trouble comes. Cold weather is creeping in fast, and with it comes a new challenge for drivers: cold rubber on cold pavement. This combination drastically reduces the traction you rely on to […]
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My Work with Transport Canada Ergonomics Applied Research Studies and the Road Safety Educators Association Grounded me in the Research On Road Safety which I have been reading regularly ever since. Much of the research was reviewed when I was certified to teach incar and GLP classroom here in British Columbia. SITUATIONAL AWare versus REACTION Our […]
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My Great Struggle Up to 30 years young, I thought something was seriously wrong with me. Ten people in a room would speak their truths, nine would be similar or identical, and one would be very different, mine. I thought something was wrong with me being so very different. Being different in my childhood was […]
SO WHAT IS THE ANSWER TO KEEPING OUT OF TROUBLE IN THESE DIFFICULT SITUATIONS? ANSWER IS … Do not lose your grip on the road in any of the above situations! HOW DO I DO THIS? It’s winter. Your Car will slide. You will lose grip! The key is to lose grip in places where […]
“This is how we track all my client’s work. Detailed legal records, specific learning notes and endless visual sketching when needed. If you love paper, you will love Remarkable.” Cooper I also still use paper because old habits die hard. All client records are remarkable and viewable on all my devices – so convenient. Many […]
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Life fills our brain with experiences and events that differ for each sibling, even when we grow up in the same house. One may think it’s a fun experience. The other may think not. These core experiences accumulate and grow into habits as we enter adulthood, as we add new beliefs and new routines. Sometimes […]
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Redefining Driver Education: The Calm Approach I believe driving isn’t just a skill—it’s a responsibility that shapes lives. My program challenges outdated methods, focusing instead on helping drivers rethink their mindset to avoid crashes, not just react to them. Through personalized, calm-centered training rooted in neuroscience and real-world experience, I teach you how to master […]
