$99 for a Defensive Driving Course (Sandown), Melbourne - VIC (value $285)

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Key Points

  • Variety of Road Exercises
  • Become Better/Safer Driver
  • How Vehicle Reacts in Emergency Situations
  • Road & Classroom Components
  • Learn the 12 Golden Rules of Defensive Driving

Conditions

  • Vouchers are valid for 6
    months from the date of purchase
  • Valid for 1 person
  • Voucher can be exchanged / transferred
  • Bookings are essential & are subject to availability
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The Experience

The practical driving component of our Defensive Driving Course at Sandown Raceway, Melbourne is conducted on wet roads at suburban speeds. It includes a variety of on road exercises including emergency braking, swerving and multiple direction changes.

The aim of these exercises is to educate drivers in:
* Basic vehicle dynamics
* The correct systems of car control : seating, vision, and steering
* Correct braking techniques for both ABS and non-ABS vehicles
* Skid causation, basic skid control, and skid prevention
* Raising the drivers level of awareness in relation to speed, reaction times and stopping distances
* Learn how your vehicle reacts in emergency situations

The classroom component of this course covers basic road safety concepts and the key principals of defensive driving including:
* Understanding of how a drivers attitudes, motivations, and risk taking behaviour can affect that drivers safety and the safety of other road users
* The Twelve Golden Rules of Defensive Driving and how they can be applied every time a vehicle is driven.
* The importance of correctly inflated tyres and the condition and type of tyres
* Road laws and the introduction of any new laws
* Road Rage: what it is, why it happens, and how to avoid it
* Personal security whilst driving
5 Stars 5 Stars 5 Stars 5 Stars 5 Stars
Philip, NSW
"Presenters were excellent. Course was very useful and value "

5 Stars 5 Stars 5 Stars 5 Stars 5 Stars
Caroline
"Excellent. A thoroughly enjoyable and professionally run day. "

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Locations Available Dates
Sandown Raceway
Melbourne
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Special - Add 1 Person $99

Only $99.00

Gifting this experience.

This Experience is perfect as a gift to a loved one, friend or colleague.

Top 3 facts on Gift Vouchers:
  • Gift Vouchers are valid for 6 months from date of purchase
  • You don’t have to pick a date straight away you can leave it open dated so the recipient can choose their own date.
  • Gift Vouchers can be delivered via an instant email voucher (free) or a beautifully presented Gift Box (additional $15 incl express post)

Additional Info

Drivers must be licensed and provide their own vehicle for this course

A course certificate and a range of hand out material is issued on completion of the course

Duration

Course commences at 8.30 am and concludes at around 4.00 pm.

Dress Code

Please wear casual attire and closed flat shoes

Reviews

29-Apr-2012
5 Stars 5 Stars 5 Stars 5 Stars 5 Stars
"Presenters were excellent. Course was very useful and value for money."
~ Philip, NSW

29-Apr-2012
5 Stars 5 Stars 5 Stars 5 Stars 5 Stars
"Excellent. A thoroughly enjoyable and professionally run day. The organisation was excellent. The theory sessions useful and interesting, with sound practical "  more »
~ Caroline

28-Apr-2012
5 Stars 5 Stars 5 Stars 5 Stars 5 Stars
"The course was instructive, and paced perfectly with knowledgeable instructors who made it fun to learn in a very professional environment.. I will "  more »
~ George

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Do I have to use my own car?
A: Yes. It will help you understand how your own vehicle will react in an emergency situation

Q: What benefits will I gain by attending the program
A: By attending this Defensive Driving Program you will be better prepared to be able to control your motor vehicle in the case of an emergency situation arising. You will have a better understanding of the conditions that can affect driving & what to do about them.

Q. What are the key learning objectives?
A. The key learning objectives are:
* Through practical driving exercises, become more ‘speed aware’, particularly in how the degree of vehicle control difficulty increases exponentially in relation to increases in vehicle speeds.
* Develop an understanding of basic vehicle dynamics, in emergency situations
* Learn to predict potential hazards, identify risky situations and minimise danger
* Understand the importance of keeping your vision high and maintaining sensible safety margins around your vehicle at all times 
* Develop a positive and proactive attitude towards defensive driving

Q: Why attend the course?
A: Novice drivers already think they are experts and that a crash won’t happen to them, but this course can reduce the risks, the embarrassment, injury and enormous costs of having a crash. The course is also heaps of fun and a great experience.

Q: Do you need a full license?
A: If you have a learner license this is fine as long as you have a full licensed driver with you on the day.

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    2559    		 Locations
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    - Melbourne
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