I’m Cooper from Cooper Driving School, a downtown Vancouver driving school that keeps it raw. Government driving tests? They’re all over the place—standards vary, and passing doesn’t mean you’re ready. At Cooper Driving School, I’m a fantastic, highly experienced driving instructor who’ll teach you the real standard: safety. We’ll drive everywhere in Vancouver, keeping your […]
I’m Cooper from Cooper Driving School, a downtown Vancouver driving school that’s all about real talk. Some drivers treat the road like a competition—who’s got the biggest car, the fastest speed, the most swagger. I say: don’t join the party! At Cooper Driving School, I’m a fantastic, highly experienced driving instructor who’ll teach you to […]
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Failed My Class 7 Driving Test – Now What? Today, I didn’t pass my ICBC driving test because of the following: I didn’t turn on my windshield wipers when it started to rain. I drove straight through a right-turn-only sign. I didn’t fully stop at a stop sign. These aren’t just random errors; they’re direct […]
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 […]
Cooper’s training prioritizes mastering the core basics first, which sets a solid foundation for more advanced driving skills. Your method focuses on: Traditional driving schools tend to stick to familiar test routes and avoid the challenges of urban and highway driving. By prioritizing core skills and then applying them to complex traffic scenarios, our method […]
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Park nice and straight to avoid embarrasement Mastering Parking for the ICBC Test: 100% Knowing Enjoy this video about mastering parking for your ICBC driving test—it’s more than just fitting into a spot. It’s your chance to showcase control, patience, and your “100% KNOWING” of everything around your car! There are 5 possible types of […]
FLOW OF TRAFFIC From a young age, we spend time in cars with friends, family, or partners, constantly learning even when we’re not paying attention. Most learners can instinctively move with the flow of traffic without focusing on the actual speed. But when you start lessons with Cooper, suddenly you have to stay within posted […]
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Heavy traffic demands a clear understanding for left turns 1. Left Turn Waiting Position Driving tests key terms like waiting position are important to understand in order to pass the ICBC driving test. Left turns make up a huge part of the test as well as being the top postentiall dangerous movement which, if you […]
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Heavy traffic demands a clear understanding for left turns. Test Requirements for Left-Hand Turns Positioning is critical to ensuring you pass your driving test. Multiple out-of-position will add up and fail you. Learn Left Turns Right Knowing the rules for Cyclists is complicated and very dangerous. Right Turns Positioning Very Important to Pass Both positioning […]
🚗❄️ Winter driving can be tough, but with the right prep, you can stay safe and stress-free! First, make sure your vehicle is equipped with good winter tires and regularly check tire pressure as cold weather can lower it. Don’t forget to pack a winter emergency kit! Include essentials like a first aid kit, warm […]
When a client feels they’ve practiced enough and demonstrated all the main maneuvers—like parking, left turns at lights, and lane changes—we set a road test date and run a series of mock tests. 🛣️📅 This is a stark contrast to our usual teamwork-based teaching approach. Typically, we tackle each task together—side by side, with plenty […]
Yes, when a client feels they’ve practiced enough and demonstrated all the main maneuvers—parking, left turns at lights, and lane changes—we set a road test date and run a series of fake tests. 🛣️📅 This is very different from our usual teamwork-based teaching. Normally, we work through each task together—side by side, with lots of […]
🚗 At Cooper’s Calm Driving, we’re about more than just passing the driving test. While acing the test is important, our true focus is on teaching you the skills needed for lifelong safety on the road. 🌍 Real-World Skills Over Test Prep: Unlike many driving schools that zero in on test preparation, we prioritize real-world […]
At Cooper Driving School, we integrate the latest neuroscience discoveries into our training to teach you proactive offensive driving techniques that help you anticipate and navigate road dangers intelligently, ensuring safety for yourself and others. If you’re looking for more detailed information or specific strategies to improve your driving skills, let me know how I […]
Listening to a client who just failed a driving test can be challenging. It’s often difficult to figure out precisely what happened, as video cameras and voice recordings are not allowed, and examiners’ notes are often sparse. Emotions and embarrassment can distort the client’s recollection of events. Understanding the Client’s Context Client: “It was 3:15 […]
