Training

Congratulations! By finding this website you are on the right road to Learning how to drive & passing your driving test in Galway. Whether you are a complete beginner or looking for a pre test course of lessons for your driving test in Galway. Advance Drive is the driving school for you, We will help you pass your driving test first time. Take a moment to read our customer Testimonials.

Advance Drive is Galway’s largest and most successful driving school with a pass rate second to none. The Advance Drive office was originally based in Salthill, but now has its main office in our state of the art transport training centre located in Ballybane Galway. We are the only driving school and training centre in the West of Ireland approved by the RSA to deliver ADI instructor training and to deliver driver training in every category of vehicle   (A, A1, B, B, C1, C, CE, D1, D).
Advance Drive teaches beginners how to drive manual and automatic cars as well as providing driver training to professional drivers in such industries as The Fire Service, Ambulance Drivers – Paramedics / EMT’s, Coach & Minibus Drivers and Rigid & Artic Truck Drivers. Whatever the license category Advance Drive has you covered!

Advance Drive run weekly Driver CPC Training courses, Manual Handling courses, Digital Tachograph Training and provide information on ADR Driver Hazchem Training courses for professional drivers in Galway, Mayo and Westmeath.

Driver recruitment is another service offered to recently qualified and experienced drivers. We work with transport companies to place newly qualified drivers. Some commercial clients of Advance Drive include; The Department of Social Protection & Employment Services, Intreo, ETB’s Nationwide, An Post, The ESB, Galway City Council and Galway County Council.

Advance Drive guarantee to give the best possible training with Director of Advance Drive; Philip Rice being presented with the RSA’s ‘Leading Lights’ in road safety award for ‘ADI Truck Instructor of the year 2013’ & again in 2014, Advance Drive was also short listed and a finalist for the ‘Safety Award’ in the ‘Irish Logistics and Transport Awards 2014’.

Learning to drive is something that nearly every person will do in their lifetime. Getting the correct information and professional training from the start helps drivers to become safer, more competent drivers thus minimising risk to themselves and other vulnerable road users. Advance Drive will help you pass your driving test first time and provide you with all the information and guidance you need along the way.

For more information contact a member of our team on 091 524689 or email info@advancedrive.com



Testimonials

  • Done a course with advance drive would like to thank the whole advance drive team. I would highly recommend them for courses and leasons
    October 8, 2025Offaly

    Passed truck test first time thanks to very friendly, professional people all through Advance Drive. Thanks to Vincent and all the staff. Would highly recommend them.
    August 7, 2020edenderry

    Passed my test, friendly & well worth the money.
    April 30, 2014Pat

    I passed my Bus test with the help of a great instructor Pat, he was very patient and helpful with driving tips, also to Aoife in the office for organising everything. I would recommend Advance Drive to anybody looking for driving lessons
    August 21, 2023Galway

    Passed my test today and I cannot recommend Noel enough! He was extremely patient and reassuring and helps you gain the confidence to drive! Emma at the office was so lovely and answered any questions I had with regards to payments and lessons. I’m recommending Advance Drive to all my friends! Thank you!
    January 25, 2021

    I had a great driving instructor in Dezzie to help me pass and get a D licence, also Aoife in the office go raibh míle maith agaibh
    September 17, 2019Conamara

    Great atmosfere and Professional training. I passed all tests first time with Advance. Thank you all at Advance Drive. Highly recommended.
    August 8, 2020Galway

    Very helpful in everyday,would recommend advance drive to anyone
    March 6, 2023Galway

    Thanks to Noel and all the staff at Advance made the whole process of getting my bus licence so easy and straight forward. Their help and advice was great and Noel was a great instructor so calm, clear and helpful. I would recommend advance to anyone to get their license or upskilling
    January 8, 2026Galway

    Thanks Vas for helping me finally pass my driving test! He's a great instructor and I would definitely recommend him to anyone looking for an instructor in the Galway area.
    May 4, 2019Galway

    Brilliant instructions and attention to detail. Thanks to Anton, Dezzie and Lee. Another thanks to Ailbhe, Gerry, Aoife, Carla and Philip in the office for coordinating everything.
    April 6, 2023Galway

    Passing a bus driving test on the first try is like a miracle and that miracle happened for me,thanks to the amazing training I received from my instructor Dezzie at Advance Drive School.Dezzie ia a very friendly and a very experienced instructor.I would highly recommend advance drive to anyone learning to drive a bus.
    September 15, 2025Galway

    I passed my Bus test yesterday and I have to thank my instructor Dezzie for his professional approach in dealing with my lessons and the office staff in Advance Drive so thanks and highly recommended.
    March 6, 2020

    once again i have to complement all at advance drive ive just passed my bus test and got no marks this is down to dessie my instructor he went trough every little detail fully over and over again he is calm but misses nothing and is able to push you to your best he is a true professional this is my second time with dessie he got me trough the artic as well i will highly recomend advance drive to anyone thinking of doing driving lessons they take you on board as an individual and work with your needs to get you through regis golding
    July 13, 2020galway

    I passed my driving test (manual transmission) on my first attempt! Many thanks to my instructor, Declan—an excellent mentor who is highly professional and focused in all aspects. I couldn’t have done it without his help. A big thank you as well to Advance Drive! Zaldy
    February 7, 2025Galway

    I would highly recommend advance drive. I done the rigid, artic, and the bus with the lads and flew thru all the tests with there help. Between the good gear that they have and the great instructors it's no wonder they have a high pass rate!
    April 28, 2014Tom

    Thanks to Advance passed my C1 first time. They where very good would recommend them. will def be back for D1. Thanks Philip.
    April 28, 2014Eoin Molloy

    I passed my Artic test (CE Category) on first attempt this week. My main instructor Noel and partly Dezzie were very knowledgeable, calm and understanding. The staff in the office do an amazing job of putting everything in place for the whole team, mainly Aoife is a star at what she does. Overall, thank you so much the whole team at Advance Drive. I highly recommend you to anyone looking for a professional service provider.
    October 24, 2022Galway

    Very professional company everything you need to do the course is provided from emails to phone calls the support you receive is top class the instructors are top of their field thanks Philip and staff for everything you done for me
    February 19, 2021Offaly

    Received some excellent tuition from Philip in preparation for my EB licence, which I passed first time.
    April 28, 2014Michael M

    Hi I would like to say thanks to advance drive for everything can't speak highly enough of them.. Massive thank you to dezzie was brilliant with me from very 1st day..very clear instructions and very easy to get on with thanks dezzie for everything Kind regards William
    May 7, 2025Galway

    Vas was an excellent driving instructor. The lessons were clear and concise and if I was ever unsure of anything Vas was patient and explained everything clearly and he really helped with my confidence. I would definitely recommend to anyone!
    March 27, 2019Galway

    Many thanks to Philip and Micheal at advance drive.. Very friendly and professional.. Passed my bus test 1st time thanks to them.. Highly recommended!
    April 28, 2014Pierce

    Just passed my C + E "First time" with Advancedrive, excellent training and instruction from Dezzie, many thanks to Dezzie and all the team @ Advancedrive. Advancedrive training partners to GRETB, "GRETB ARTIC Course". Thanks to GRETB and their partners providing excellent training.
    November 5, 2020

    Passed my driving test today, and on my first go! My instructor Pat was amazing - completed my EDT, covered all the test prep, gave great calm feedback and tips, and was a great reassuring presence in the car. Really gave me the confidence I needed to fly through the test. Huge thanks to all at Advance Drive!
    April 27, 2023Galway

    Thank u so much everyone in advance drive. Especially to Mr. Vincent my instructor. I don’t know how to thank him. He was very kind and helpful. Any way my sincere thanks to Mr. Vincent. I passed my test first time. All credit goes to Mr. Vincent and advance drive and GRETB. Thanks to all once again.
    March 14, 2025Tuam

    I passed my Drivers test under the the guidance of Corey. I would like to thank him big time for his patience and his guidance. Also I would like to thank everyone at Advance Drive for good management and support. It has been a good experience and a great test result. Thanks again!!
    March 6, 2023Galway

    Passed my driving test today, and I could not recommend Advance Drive, and my instructor Pat enough. Pat left no stone unturned and had me well prepared and at ease heading into the test having covered all throughout my lessons. Thanks to all the team
    June 30, 2023Westside

    Passed my D license with the excellent help of Mike who has a calm and focussed approach from his many years of experience. The staff at Advance are most helpful and you feel confident that once to listen and practice what you are taught the test won’t be a problem.
    May 11, 2022Galway

    I passed my car test first time with Mike's help and without any other practice than lessons with him. Brilliant value for money. I would highly recommend using advance drive.
    April 28, 2014Will

    Had a great learning experience with advance drive. Passed the C and CE with advanced and the instructors were brilliant to say the least. They made me feel confident going for the test and helped me pass first time for both categories. Can’t recommend them enough!! 👍
    November 5, 2019Galway

    Thank you to all at Advance Drive,for helping me through Lessons and cpc practical for a bus licence.Always helpful friendly and patient,thank you all
    October 7, 2025Galway

    Passed my category B test on the first go. My instructor was Vas, real nice person, helpful, encouraging and patiently advises. Would highly recommend him to anyone looking for lessons.
    May 10, 2021Knocknacarra, Galway

    Passed my rigid truck test Tuesday, big thanks to advance drive and Philip, And my instructor Anton
    May 11, 2022Athlone

    Passed my test first time for the c1 license with advance. Only started with them 4 weeks ago and got all my lessons and test done within the month. Serious set up and couldn't have had a nicer instructor, pj is mighty at his job and sound as a bell to top it off. Aoife and Ailbhe were brilliant in accommodating me aswell with dates and lessons. Serious crowd to go with and I'd recommend to anyone. 🙌
    August 30, 2022

    Thanks to Phillip for his great teaching skills , patience and all round tutor skills . passed the test first time with just a couple of lessons . would highly recommend him or any of the wounderfull team at advance.
    April 30, 2014matthew mc mahon

    Brilliant company to deal with. Very professional in every way. Anton made sure we had the test route nailed down.
    March 31, 2023Athlone

    Would definitely recommend advance drive for any learner driver. The team in the office are very friendly and helpful and my instructor Martin was fantastic in helping me feel confident and prepared before the test. Thanks a mil to all :)
    June 10, 2022

    Passed my category b driving test on the first go. Would highly recommend advance drive, both instructors I had were great, when I first came to advance drive I had no driving experience at all and through their patience and encouragement I managed to get my license.
    October 6, 2021Galway

    I would like to take this opportunity to thank philip, for all his sound advice and his top marks in helping me pass my d licence bus test , would highly recommend this company as I passed my test today on first attempt, was more than happy with the service I received from advance driving school , absolutely brI liana work philip once again thank you so much ,,,,, kind regards Ciaran kenny
    February 16, 2015galway/dublin

    A massive big thanks to “Advance Drive” for assisting me with passing my “Artic Truck Test “ Couldn’t recommend this company Highly enough, The instructor I had was “Dessie ” A top guy who was very calm professional and encouraging at all times ,Tkns guys 👍
    October 31, 2025Galway

    All the team at Advance Drive were very helpful and professional in helping me to get my licence. They could not have been any better and I would like to thank every one of them for their teaching 👍
    August 15, 2024Roscommon

    I passed my driving test first time with the help of Vas who is an excellent instructor. He is very calm and encouraging! Perfect instructor for a nervous driver! Couldn't reccomend him enough! He goes above and beyond to facilitate his students!
    February 28, 2020Galway

    I just passed my artic with Noel (and Lee for final lesson) It’s easy to see why advance are so highly rated, top class all round, from the girls in the office making booking lessons and tests a breeze to the excellent instructor's, the knowledge and experience they have made me feel at ease from the very first lesson to the pre test. I have passed all the categories on the licence first time with advance drive and they are the only driving school I would ever recommend to anyone. Keep up the good work guys and thanks again
    April 15, 2025Galway

    Done a course in advance drive and every member of staff were so helpful and kind, made me feel really relaxed about doing the car driving test
    February 17, 2021Galway

    Thank you for helping me to succeed! You are good and helped me to be better. I thank particularly Lee, Aoife, Carla and Pat. I wish you to keep succeeding too and to keep helping the leaner drivers to also succeed. Go raibh maith agat!
    January 17, 2025Spiddal, Galway

    Thanks to Pat He is absolutely professional, patient and ensures to fine tune your areas of weaknesses. I have been lucky to have him as my instructor and thankful to him. The whole team of Advance drive has been so polite and professional. Thanks to all
    July 14, 2025

    I contacted Advance Drive after a disappointing lesson with another provider. The booking process, the facility and communication was absolutely fantastic! The rest of our team will now be attending Advance to upskill. Special mention to PJ who is a fantastic instructor and kept everything so relaxed and easy. It was genuinely enjoyable to do lessons with him.
    October 20, 2022

    passed my test first time with advance drive for my c1 licence , I can’t thank Lee enough for his patience and guidance throughout my lessons . Lee was a very thorough instructor and prepared me for all eventualities and explained everything so well . He was extremely understanding , professional and never made me question my ability. Mike was also very helpful for my pretest , he was very friendly and eased my nerves a lot , delighted to have got the experience to learn from both Lee and Mike , could not recommend them enough , Thank you so much !
    April 23, 2024Galway

    Could not Recommend higher! Waited all year to begin the Delivery Driver course which ended up being delayed due to Covid. Waited an extra 4 months and it was still worth the wait! All the staff were exceptional. My instructor, Mark, is the best driving instructor in Galway! I have him to thank for passing my test first go!
    September 21, 2021

    Just passed my C+E exam thanks to my instructor Dezzie. Thank you for your hard work and patiance during our lessonss. I strongly recommend Advance Drive Galway. Thanks to all Very helpfull Staff members and instructors. Kind regards Piotr Kucharski
    November 6, 2020

    I had Pat as my driving instructor and passed my test on the 2nd time of asking. Pat is a wonderful teacher, very calm, patient and understanding, he gave great advice on learning to drive and how to pass my test. The entire team are very accomodating and made the process very easy. Thanks to all at advance drive.
    February 1, 2022Galway

    I passed my truck C test yesterday. I never drove a truck before and did seven lessons with Advance Drive instructor PJ Dunne. PJ’s tuition was 10/10, excellent, extremely professional. He is very personable and puts you at ease. His extensive experience is priceless, and he weighs your capabilities instantly and focuses on your weaknesses. He also drills you on the headline Health and safety and has his easy-to-follow notations to program you in good practice. The test is difficult, I was pushed on every element during the test. The lessons got rid of my years of ‘bad habits’ driving a jeep. During the test, PJ’s advice loud in my head at every junction, tight corner squeezed road due to road works, looking ahead to preempt potential hazards all came together the day of the test. When the examiner spoke to me briefly after the test, she said – ‘You must have been driving a truck for a while.’ That is a testimony to how good Advance Drive is and Instructor PJ Dunne. I highly recommend Advance drive for any of your driving lessons. In house Aoife, who had to account for my few cancellations, is very professional, friendly, and polite. An extremely efficient, professional business. Lessons are essential to pass this test and I highly recommend Advance Drive-An effective team. Peter
    November 11, 2022

    Many thanks to all on the Advance Drive team. Special thanks to Aoife, Ailbhe, PJ, and Martin who were a great support throughout my C driving experience. Your hard work and dedication literally drive pupils to a successful finish line. Thanks again and best wishes to you all.
    June 9, 2023Galway

    I got my jeep and trailer licence with Dezzie first go and couldn't be happier. He was very patient with me as I had no experience starting off and made sure I was confident and ready to pass when it came to my test. Service was second to none from start to finish and would like to thank Advance, from the girls in the office, to Dezzie the instructor for everything. I will be recommending ye to anyone going for their licence.
    January 23, 2024

    I would like to say a big thank you to all the staff at Advance drive that have helped me complete all my training from the beginning to the end to complete my C licence. Also I would like to thank Mike my driving instructor who put up with my driving over my 10 lessons.
    February 17, 2022Galway

    Big Thanks to Dezzie in Advance Drive, he got me through both my B & C1 licence. I wouldn't hesitate to highly recommend them to anyone wanting to learn to drive and to anyone who want to advance on to other licences. Very friendly, accommodating and professional!
    February 16, 2015Galway

    Just passed my bus test and the help and experience I got from noel and Mike was invaluable. I would highly recommend advance drive to anyone looking to get or upgrade their driving licence
    February 1, 2024Galway

    I passed my bus test yesterday, thanks to Noel. He was kind, professional and brought his great sense of humour to all of our lessons. Not having done a driving test for over 40 years, I was nervous when commencing the lessons, but Noel dispelled my doubts with his mix of constructive feedback, encouragement and his humorous outlook on life! Thanks again. Mike, Galway.
    March 10, 2026Galway

    Thanks all in advance for your help with my bus licence great team and great service special thanks to Mike top instructor.
    October 29, 2021Galway

    I passed my rigid test previously with Advance Drive and yesterday my jeep and trailer test, both on the first time, thanks to the great team at Advance Drive. All the staff are friendly, helpful and professional. Dezzie and Noel are great instructors. They keep everything calm and relaxed, whilst having a great way of helping you learn and correct any bad habits you may have picked up. Would highly recommend Advance Drive for anyone looking to pass a test. Keep up the great work
    August 31, 2021Galway

    Passed my artic lorry test today so happy! Want to say a huge thanks to Philip for all his patience and confidence boosters especially today! Really appreciate it! Happy trucking... Highly recommend them to anybody!
    April 28, 2014Ciara Fallon

    Great school, my instructor Pat was an amazing teacher and helped me improve my driving skills with each lesson.
    August 26, 2022Galway

    Would recommend Advance Drive for their expertise! Passed D1 minibus test on first go. All credit to instructor Lee who was very diligent and professional in his coaching. Would recommend to all future drivers...thanks again
    July 4, 2023Clare

    Hi All, I just want to thank Dezzie and all the team at Advance Drive for helping me pass my Class B driving test last Monday in Westside Galway. Overall, I did 17 lessons with Dezzie in the Ford Fiesta and I found him to be extremely friendly, professional and knowledgeable at all times, and I can definitely say that he has the patience of a saint. As such, I can't recommend Advance Drive enough and I know that I would not have passed my driving test first time round without Dezzie's expert help. Thanks a million Dezzie.
    April 30, 2014Brendan Kelly

    I owe a massive thank you to Advance Drive for helping me achieve my D licence. Special shout-out to Mike, the driving instructor extraordinaire, for his patience and stellar guidance throughout my journey. Couldn’t have done it without you, Mike!
    November 29, 2024Galway

    Hey just want to say I would highly recommend Advance Drive.I passed my car test for the first time on 15/11/2013. Dezzie was my instructor and he was brilliant, the main reason that I passed. I would like to give a huge thanks to everyone involved as I found Advance Drive to be very efficient and great to deal with. Thanks again.
    April 30, 2014Maria Louise Lyne

    I went to Advanced drive after they were recommended by a friend. I have now passed 2 tests with them (bus and truck) and can't praise them enough. Phillip and Mike are both very patient and encouraging during the learning process. During each pre-test lesson they re-assured me and gave me ways to deal with the test nerves. This patience,professionality and excellent prices, added to their felxibility in scheduling lessons make them my first choice for any more tests. well done lads
    April 28, 2014Stephen Hand

    I would like to thank all at advance drive for helping me achieve my D licence, my instructor Vincent was a gem, I really looked forward to every lesson and learned something new everytime from him, he is an excellent instructor
    April 25, 2023Killimor

    A great experience from start to finish. The whole team are extremely helpful and professional. Special word of thanks to Noel for all his advice and tutelage. I would highly recommend Advance drive.
    March 14, 2025Galway

    Lee is an absolutely amazing instructor for bus driving, is all I can say!! Honestly the soundest man with the patience of a saint (which was always needed here😂). Very highly recommended and If you are considering learning Lee is your man!! Jim Daly
    August 26, 2020Galway

    Big thanks to Vincent and all involved in advance drive highly recommend advance drive thanks for everything 🚚🚛🚛
    August 6, 2020

    Sailed through my Artic Truck test thanks to Philip and his brilliant, assuring and dedicated teaching. These guys really know their stuff and tutor you very professionally AND calmly! (this is most important, especially when trying to reverse a 35FT trailer around a corner!) When it came to seeking a professional driving qualification and after doing my research and getting info from all the other 'instructors' I am really delighted to have gone with Advance Drive - they're my No.1
    April 30, 2014Nicholas

    Thanks to all the advance team. Passed my Cat D bus test today. Dezzie and Gerry had me more than prepared and left me very confident going into my test.Many thanks also to Aoife and Emma for adapting to all my constant changes. Ye were all a joy to work with. Thanks again ! Sean
    March 16, 2022Galway

    I recently passed my bus driving test with Advancedrive, had Dezzie as my instructor . I found him to be very informative and had a easy-going manner , He pointed out my mistakes and helped to correct them . The girls in the office are most helpful, in discussing what you need to do obtain licence/test and planning lessons times .
    April 2, 2024galway

    Cant thank the whole team at advance drive enough after passing my bus test, especially Noel for sharing his knowledge hes top class great teacher THANK YOU!!
    January 26, 2022Galway

    I had a great experience with Advance Drive in my training for the 'D' licence. The course was intense and took me a little longer than expected (that's down to me and not the instructor!) but I passed my test first time and the quality of Lee's instruction came through for me. He was very patient and professional and always gave me the encouragement to persevere. I couldn't recommend Lee, Pat and the office team more - thanks lads!!
    January 17, 2025Galway

    I recently passed my BE trailer test. Coming as a complete beginner, Martin and the Advance Drive staff, were so accommodating when it came to lesson times, and booking the vehicle for the test, to passing my test first time! Completing the 7 hour course ensured a smooth, stress-free experience making sure I was prepared going into the test centre. Massive thanks to Martin, Aoife and the rest of the Advance Drive crew for making my towing experience a great one! I would recommend Advance Drive to anyone looking to get there BE category
    February 18, 2026Co. Galway

    I want to express my deepest gratitude to Advance Drive for guiding me through my bus driving lessons. Their professionalism and commitment to helping students succeed are truly remarkable. A special thank you to my instructor, Pat, whose patience, expertise, and encouragement made all the difference. Pat’s clear instructions and support boosted my confidence and skills, and I’m proud to say I passed my bus test today! I highly recommend Advance Drive to anyone looking to learn driving, especially those aiming for bus licenses. Thank you again for this amazing experience!
    October 9, 2024Galway

    Instructor was very help and all was very good and went very good for me
    November 6, 2024Roscommon

    I just passed my artic test today 25/03/24... the two instructors Noel and Dessie that were preparing me for my test with lessons were 100%... I cannot fault either instructor... the course was well ran and organised and would highly recommend to anyone seeking there artic licence
    March 25, 2024

    I passed my rigid test today with advance drive. Couldn't recommend them enough. Fantastic company to deal with and my instructor Anton was brilliant. Thanks again. Onwards and upwards. Onto the next one
    February 25, 2022

    Passed my driving test last Friday after completing lessons with Vas! He is an amazing instructor and helped me every step of the way. Everyone else at the Advance Drive team were also very friendly and professional. Thanks a mil!
    May 11, 2022

    A highly competent, friendly and experienced instructor, Noel has a great way to make one feel relaxed while developing and guiding one through the complex challenges of driving the bus around Galway's narrow and often dangerous road infrastructure [Ballybane, Castlepark, Doughiska]. Thank you Noel!
    March 2, 2026Galway

    I highly recommend Dezzie at Advance Drive who prepared me extreamly well for my driving test. I passed the Artic test first time. I can’t speak highly enough of the professional team at Advance Drive.
    November 6, 2020

    (17/04/14) Looked at a number of other driving schools before choosing Advance Drive. I'm glad I went with my 'gut instinct' & chose this one. Philip did a great job of teaching me. I felt relaxed with him & learnt something at every lesson. He's patient, very astute (misses nothing!) a good communicator and great instructor. Managed to pass my driving test first time. I'm 'over the moon!' I would certainly recommend Advance Drive to anyone in the process of choosing a driving school. Thanks to Philip, Ailbhe & all at Advance Drive.
    April 28, 2014Allison Barry

    Found advance drive were excellent. Mike and philip were excellent and I would highly recommend them to anyone thinking of doing there test.
    April 30, 2014Dave Badger

    Recently completed my C class Rigid truck licence with advance drive , My instructor Lee was great , he was clear ,consise and always provided constructive feedback to improve progress and keep improving my driving standard . The staff in the office were great aswell and very accommodating. Thanks to Aoife and Emma . I would highly recommend advance drive and Im planning to progress and get my D licence along with my Ce in the comming months with advance drive .
    December 7, 2020Galway

    Finally passed my driving test yesterday. Could not recommend Advance Drive enough, my instructor Vas was incredibly patient and could always tell me exactly where I was going wrong and what I needed to do to fix it. He was so terrific and professional and told me exactly what I needed to do to get my license. Driving did not come naturally to me at all and I had absolutely no experience driving a car before starting lessons. Even so, I always felt comfortable and never worried that getting my license was unachievable, as the lessons were really tailored to what I needed. The Advance Drive team we’re always lovely to deal with if I ever had to call them for anything. Definitely will be recommending
    February 18, 2020Galway

    Passed my category D bus driving test first time with a clean sheet. This was thanks to my instructor Gerry B's fantastic training and guidance. Gerry guided me from complete novice to competent driver and did it with patience, professionalism and good humour. I always felt comfortable and in good hands throughout my training. Fantastic trainer, great knowledge and a genuinely nice guy. The ladies in the office were also very helpful and accommodating. Definitely recommend Advanced Drive to anyone looking to aquire their licence.
    August 2, 2022Galway City

    Today, at the age of 43, I at last passed my driving test; doing so, on my first attempt. After years of hesitancy, and a belief I wasn't capable of driving well, the skills, ability and professionalism exhibited by my driving instructor - Noel Nee, at all times ensured that I was more than capable and ready to achieve my full category B driving license. In no small way, it was the enthusiasm, patience, exacting dedication to excellence, humility, and his earnest sense of putting the learner first that allowed me advance with confidence to the position of executing my test, and further passing with a confidence I thought I did not own. Since my initial lesson with Noel, I was always greeted with optimism, calm, and a capacity to teach that at all times remained with me, and will, I believe, remain with me as I begin driving as a novice licensee. Again, since meeting Noel, I always felt listened to, treated as an equal, and spoken to in a manner that allowed me learn, returning each time with the knowledge I was growing in awareness, and further honing the skills necessary to become a competent driver. Here, his advice and willingness to go above and beyond in terms of ensuring I understood, while also instilling a belief I was more than capable, all indelibly paved the way to my passing the test in a successful manner. Today, therefore, it is without hesitation that I write this testimonial in the hope that Noel is somehow given the credit he richly deserves, and, from here, would gladly recommend him as an instructor to any and all, in particular those lacking the confidence in their own abilities. He remains an exceptionally good teacher exacting all those attributes required to allow those he tutors to excel as they should. In turn, I also wish to acknowledge the professionalism and understanding I was at all times met with by the staff at Advance Drive, in particular Aoife and Emma, who always met me with warmth, kindness, humour, and patience, in what has been an unprecedented and drawn out year. Undoubtedly, their ability to meet my needs financially allowed me to continue to progress with them, especially at times of financial stress. Again, their ability to show compassion and understanding proved worthy and invaluable, which is why i would have no hesitation recommending they as a professional body to any wishing to avail of lessons, where staff and instructors put the learner's need first. At a time in which the humanity or personal seems to be on the wain, the people at Advanced Drive remain a testament to what good companies are really all about - providing a service that ensures the customer is happy and further satisfied they chose to run with that company in the first place. My continued appreciation and best wishes to a company worth noting. Ted
    January 12, 2021Galway

    My instructor Dezzie was very good and very calm, gave very clear instructions and was very proffessional. Really enjoyed the course overall and got so much out of it, thanks Dezzie and all the staff at Advanced Drive for your professionalism
    May 1, 2025Galway

    Passed on the first go. I would like to thank Declan for having such patience with me and guiding me. I couldn't of got a better teacher. Highly recommend the lads advance, 10/10 best place to help you succeed.
    March 3, 2025Galway

    Passed the bus test first time. Advance Driving made that happen. They organised everything and there is no way I would have done it without their assistance advice help and instructions. Aoife and Emma- thanks for all help with lesson times. Lectures Ronnie and Tom, some day I hope to be as knowledgeable as ye guys, unreal. I've a long way to go tho. Denis- a very big thank you for your expert instruction on driving. You were brilliant. Thanks Advance again . Highly recommend Advance
    July 28, 2022

    I would recommend Advance Drive. I felt confident and well prepared for my C1 test, which I passed first time thanks to Dezzie's very clear and professional tutelage.
    April 30, 2014Rob

    Vas from Advanced Drive was an amazing driving instructor. His patience and knowledge really helped me to pass my driving test and become confident in my driving. The ladies in the office made scheduling lessons very easy. I would highly recommend booking driving lessons with Advanced Drive.
    August 31, 2021Galway

    Today i passed the Bus test on my first attempt.I also passed the Artic on my first attempt too with Advance. I would like to thank all the Management and Staff for their help and advice over the last few weeks. They have always been very helpful, professional and patient in their approach with students like myself. The 2 girls at front of house were always very helpful with any problem that had to be sloved. A big thanks to Noel for the Artic and to Mike for the Bus. I think that Mike has trained everyone that drives a bus or truck around Galway as everyone in a bus or truck waves at him every time. It felt like I was driving Michael D around waving at everyone. A great experience and one that I wont forget. What a brilliant company with wonderful personnel and I would like to wish them all the best in the future. I would hoghly reccommend Advance School of Motoring to anyone.
    July 12, 2023Galway

    Passed my full trailer licence E+B first time. Phillip gave me great advice and I learned a lot from the lessons I had with him. Thanks Mark
    April 28, 2014Mark Guerin

    Thanks to my professional and patient instructor Anton for passed my rigid truck license. Also to dessie on the day of the test, helped make me ready and calm. Would highly recommend advance drive for the professionalism and guidance from front of house through to the instructors. Thanks again to all at advance.
    July 20, 2020Galway

    ADVANCE DRIVE are a great driving school. To Aoife and Emma for organizing lessons at such short notice once again - it was much appreciated and didn't go un-noticed. To Dezzie - what an instructor. His attention to detail is crucial for you if you want to pass your test first time round. His guidance and methods are so easy to understand and makes the journey enjoyable. Pick up the phone right now and call them - you wont be sorry the day you get your test result! Much appreciated again, Alan
    February 11, 2021Galway

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