Cairns Defensive Driving Course Level 1 - Full Day Courses

UPCOMING DEFENSIVE DRIVING COURSE

2nd November 2024

9:30am - 3pm

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Who is the course for? 

Group Courses Are Perfect For 'L' Platers, 'P' Platers, Corporate Fleet & Court Order Drivers.

Private Group Courses: SMS Terry 0423493115

You will receive a Certificate of Completion.

Course Description


Group THEORY & PRACTICAL EXERCISES AT THE CAIRNS SHOWGROUNDS

Our Price: $245 

Throughout this defensive driver course in Cairns, drivers are strongly encouraged to develop better defensive driving skills and more solid techniques, while more experienced drivers also benefit enormously from advanced driver training, including the correction of old habits and improving judgement and reactions.

Whether your choice of vehicle is a small sedan, a large family mover, a sports car or a four wheel drive, training in defensive driving is relevant, enjoyable, and will far improve your skills and ability levels.

This defensive driving course is suited to drivers of regular passenger vehicles, including four-wheel drives and light commercial vehicles. 

The mix of practical and theoretical components of this driver training, deliver actual on-road safety skills that underpin proactive driving.

The practical driving component of our defensive driving course is conducted on the track at The Cairns Showgrounds in wet and dry road conditions. Including a variety of exercises including emergency braking, swerving and multiple direction changes.

All trainers hold the minimum qualification of TLI41218 – Certificate IV in Transport and Logistics (Road Transport – Car Driving Instruction). This course employs industry best practices and gives quality assured outcomes.

Learning Objectives >


  • The principles of defensive driving - how to minimise risks and improve driver's safety margin
  • Hazard detection - the technique and skill of reading ahead and identifying hazards
  • Reaction times & braking skills in wet/dry conditions
  • Emergency braking & accident avoidance techniques
  • Driver attitudes & general road safety
  • Understanding the limitations of relying on emergency control skills
  • Vision and road position
  • Vehicle safety - driving position, tyres and pressures
  • Practical Activities - understanding the relationship between reaction time, speed and stopping distances
  • Vehicle dynamics - understanding what causes skids and vehicle in stability
  • Understanding vehicle technology such as ABS

What is supplied >


  • Professional tuition from experienced instructors
  • Course equipment
  • Bottled Water
  • Certificates

What to Bring / Wear >


  • Your comprehensively insured vehicle with a full tank of fuel, optimal tyre pressures, water and oil levels
  • Your current driver’s licence
  • Learner Driver's must bring a driving supervisor (no extra charge)
  • Wear footwear that has a thin sole eg. joggers. Bulky shoes, high heels or climbing boots are not optimal driving shoes
  • It is a good idea to bring along a hat, sunscreen and an umbrella if it’s raining

Fitness and Experience >


  • The defensive driving course is suited to drivers of regular passenger vehicles
  • All participants must present their current driver's licence in order to participate 
  • Learner drivers are recommended to have at least 10+ hours experience
  • No particular level of fitness or experience is required
UPCOMING DEFENSIVE DRIVING COURSE

December 9th 2023 from 9:30am to 3pm

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Upcoming Cairns Defensive Driving Course Level 1 - Full Day Courses

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