Business Details
29 Years
experience
Your Trusted Driving School in Gold Coast
Established in 1997, Gold Coast School of Motoring has been a trusted provider of professional driving instruction on the Gold Coast. Owned and operated by Gaz Griffiths, a certified member of the Australian Driver Trainers Association QLD, we specialize in delivering high-quality driving lessons tailored to individual needs. Our approach prioritizes safety, confidence-building, and practical skill development, catering to beginners, nervous drivers, and those upgrading to manual licences. With a proven track record of success, we utilize late-model, dual-control vehicles and offer flexible lesson packages designed to accommodate diverse schedules.Our commitment to personalized tuition ensures students receive focused attention, minimizing unnecessary lesson hours while maximizing competency. By maintaining small class sizes and emphasizing real-world driving scenarios, we foster an environment where students develop not just technical skills but also responsible driving habits. Our reputation as one of the region's most patient and effective driving schools is reflected in our high pass rates and numerous positive testimonials from satisfied learners.
Services
Automatic Driving Lessons
Manual Driving Lessons
Driving Test Preparation
Gift Vouchers
Pre-Driving Test Assessment
Flexible Hour Lessons
Suzuki Swift Training
Nervous Driver Support
International Student Lessons
Refresher Courses
Details
- Year established: 1997
Highlights and features
- 20 years of driver training experience with proven success
- Professional tuition using air-conditioned late-model vehicles
- Specialized instruction for nervous, older, and international students
- Member of Australian Driver Trainers Association QLD
- High success rate with personalized pre-driving test assessments
Associations and certifications
- Australian Driver Trainers Association QLD
What people say
Passed first attempt
Highly recommended
Patient instructor
Confident driver
Affordable pricing
Services
Automatic Driving Lessons
Learn to drive an automatic transmission vehicle with expert guidance. Our lessons focus on gear selector operation, traffic observation, and confidence-building techniques. Ideal for beginners or drivers seeking easier city navigation. Lessons conducted in modern Suzuki Swift vehicles with dual controls for safety.
Manual Driving Lessons
Master manual transmission driving with step-by-step clutch and gear instruction. Designed for drivers seeking full licence flexibility. Includes complex maneuver practice and road positioning techniques. Students gain skills to operate various manual vehicles safely and efficiently.
Driving Test Preparation
Comprehensive test simulation and assessment sessions. Covers official test routes, common failure points, and confidence-building exercises. Includes vehicle familiarization and stress-reduction techniques to ensure optimal performance during official assessments.
Gift Vouchers
Flexible gift packages for new drivers. Available for single lessons or full courses. Ideal for birthdays, holidays, or milestone celebrations. Recipients gain essential driving skills while enjoying personalized instruction from certified professionals.
Refresher Courses
Tailored sessions for experienced drivers needing confidence restoration. Focuses on modern road rules, defensive driving techniques, and vehicle control improvements. Particularly beneficial for long-time non-drivers or those transitioning between vehicle types.
People
Gaz Griffiths
Owner/Instructor
Certified driving instructor with over 20 years' experience on the Gold Coast. Member of Australian Driver Trainers Association QLD. Specializes in patient, personalized instruction for diverse learners. Prioritizes safety and confidence-building in modern training vehicles.
Questions
What are your driving lesson rates?
Lessons start at $85/hour. Package deals include 5 hours for $390 or 10 hours for $780. Gift vouchers available from $85.
Do you offer automatic and manual driving lessons?
Yes, we provide both automatic and manual transmission instruction using modern Suzuki Swift vehicles with dual controls.
Can you help nervous drivers?
Absolutely. Our patient instructors specialize in building confidence for anxious learners through gradual skill development and positive reinforcement techniques.
Are your instructors certified?
Yes, owner/instructor Gaz Griffiths is a member of the Australian Driver Trainers Association QLD with 20+ years' experience.
Do you provide test preparation?
Yes, we offer pre-driving test assessments covering official routes, common failure points, and stress-reduction techniques using familiar training vehicles.
What areas do you service?
We operate across the Gold Coast region, providing door-to-door service with flexible scheduling options for all lessons.
