So what happens after I pass the driving test? And why does shooting for a higher goal beyond the driving test help me on that test day? I remember when my friend told me he did 100 push-ups a day. To me, doing 20 was difficult. Then I met another friend who did 500 a […]
Last week as we drove from Vancouver to New Westminster. The rain turned to sleet, and then to snow. By the time we arrived at the New Westminster ICBC Driving Exam Center, there were several centimetres of snow on the ground. We both kept our fingers crossed and hoped that the snow would stop before […]
Driving Lesson – Learning To Drive Includes the range of skills required to move the car exactly where you want it to be by repeating exercises that build your mastery. Errors, mistakes, successes, laughter, and struggle are all part of these times. These driving lessons involve two people working together to transfer the skills from […]
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 […]
It’s a common misconception that advanced skills, like skid recovery or high-speed maneuvers, are the ultimate tools for safe driving. While they certainly have their place, I believe they should not be prioritized for new drivers—and here’s why. I spent six years teaching skid control in deep snow and on slippery tracks. I’ve worked with […]
Why Switching Driving Instructors Can Be a Game-Changer Let’s face it: personalities don’t always mix, and that’s okay. When it comes to learning, especially something as critical as driving, our biases and preferences can actually help guide us toward what works best. Ignoring those signals can hold you back, but listening to them? That’s where […]
There’s a misconception that slow driving is dangerous, but the reality is that safe, controlled driving is often slower and more deliberate. At Cooper’s Vancouver Driving School, I teach my students that safety isn’t about speed but about making decisions that reduce risk. Slow, thoughtful driving gives you more time to react to unexpected events, […]
voice recording summarizing your incar practice is so important and effective—repetition is the mother of learning
When it comes to driving lessons, experience and expertise matter. With qualifications from the British Columbia Training Institute, Ontario Safety League, and the Road Safety Educators Association, I bring a wealth of knowledge to each lesson. My background includes everything from trauma and cognitive stressors in driving to decision-making skills, ensuring that I can handle […]
Driving with confidence is a goal worth pursuing, and at Cooper Driving School, we help you achieve this through a structured and supportive approach. Start by getting comfortable with the car in a quiet, open area, learning the controls and practicing basic maneuvers. Then, move to a controlled environment to refine your skills and practice […]
Feeling confident behind the wheel is key, and custom driving lessons are designed to help you get there. These lessons focus on areas where you need the most support, whether it’s parallel parking or navigating busy intersections. With a patient and encouraging instructor, you’ll start to feel more at ease and in control. It’s not […]
Are you ready to rethink everything you know about driving? Most people believe that passing the driving test is the pinnacle of their road skills. But here’s the reality: becoming a truly skilled driver takes decades of learning, adapting, and mastering the road—and a huge percentage of drivers never get there. In this eye-opening essay, […]
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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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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 […]
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Risk assessment is regularly shown by the posted maximum sleep limit signs. 1. Reading Every Sign and Managing Speed: The Key to ICBC Test Success If you think driving is just about steering and stopping, think again. On your ICBC driving test, one of the biggest indicators of your readiness is how well you read […]
