IHaveEvolved.com Inc. Cooper Driving School

Fantastic experience: Wanted to catch up on the Vancouver traffic after not driving for years. Cooper is a great instructor, thoughtful and thorough, with really tailored approach. We did a few lessons, passed the Class 5 road test on the first try. Wouldn't hesitate for a moment to go back for a refresher, should I need it again.

Fantastic experience: Mr. Cooper, Professional, Professional, Professional.

Fantastic experience: Superb instruction. Calm, patient, diligent. Can't recommend highly enough!!

Fantastic experience: Great instructor. Very experienced and friendly. Not only helped me pass the road test, also made me a much better and safer driver. Highly recommended.

Fantastic experience: I cannot recommend Cooper enough! As someone who struggled with intense driving anxiety, I never imagined I’d not only pass my driving test on the first try but actually enjoy driving. Cooper's calm, patient, and encouraging approach made all the difference. He always explained things clearly, broke down challenging concepts into manageable steps, and never made me feel judged or pressured. What sets Cooper apart is his genuine understanding of how overwhelming driving can feel for some people. He created a safe and supportive environment that allowed me to build confidence at my own pace. His ability to adapt to my needs and reassure me in moments of doubt was truly appreciated. If you’re struggling with driving anxiety, I wholeheartedly encourage you to book lessons with Cooper. It’s an investment in you. He’s the kind of instructor who makes the impossible feel possible.

Fantastic experience: Cooper is the most wonderful driving instructor I have ever met! My previous driving experience was in Ireland with instructors that focused solely on test readiness. Despite many lessons, I failed my test twice in Ireland and felt very anxious behind the wheel. I honestly felt like driving was something I would never be able to do. It took a long time for me to reach out and start driving again in Canada. I finally took the plunge 4 years later and decided to research an instructor that would understand where I was coming from. Enter Cooper! From the very first lesson he put me at ease, ensuring I felt safe and comfortable every step of the way. Gradually, I began to build my driving skills and confidence and enjoyed every lesson with him. Cooper focuses on teaching you how to drive safely and understand yourself better when driving. He took the time to get to know my learning style and was so patient and kind as we worked together. Cooper sent out feedback after every lesson with voice messages and helpful images and diagrams so I could review what we learned. I began to enjoy driving and look forward to my lessons. I felt confident for the first time, like all of the pieces were finally coming together. I sat my driving test in Vancouver and passed first time. The test is only a bump in the road, as Cooper says. Being a safe, confident driver is the priority and this is what working with Cooper is all about!

Fantastic experience: I found Cooper's instruction super helpful. I am a very anxious person and put off learning to drive for years because of it, but when I first started taking lessons with him, I found myself quickly becoming confident and calm with my skills. I passed my driving test in large part due to his knowledge, help, and corrections, and it mitigated my anxiety to a huge degree! Also we had great conversations and I always felt very respected and welcomed, which is something I really appreciated as an adult learning to drive. Absolutely worth it!

Fantastic experience: Cooper is an exceptional driving instructor. If you want a non cookie-cutter personalized approach he is your guy! His communication is excellent and he tailors his lesson so that you feel confident and then gives you options to increase the difficulty gradually. I always felt so safe and confident when driving with him and now I can hit the road without any fear whatsoever. Thanks Cooper!

Fantastic experience: Absolutely wonderful experience! Am new to driving, and Cooper made everything as smooth and comfortable as possible. Found his service off a Reddit recommendation and had an awesome, educative session. Def recommend to other UBC students or any new drivers!

Fantastic experience: I cannot thank Cooper enough for his exceptional guidance and support throughout my driving journey. As a complete beginner with no prior driving experience and a lingering fear from a past accident, I approached driving with immense anxiety and uncertainty. However, Cooper's professionalism, patience, and expertise transformed my outlook entirely. I was referred to Cooper, and from the very first lesson, I knew I was in capable hands. His reputation preceded him, and I trusted him implicitly, which made the learning process more comfortable and efficient. Cooper's approach is about ensuring safety while instilling confidence in your abilities. He focuses on establishing core skills first, which allows me to concentrate on learning without worrying about the complexities of driving at first. Once the fundamentals are in place, he seamlessly transitions to more advanced concepts, ensuring a comprehensive learning experience. One of Cooper's standout qualities is his ability to spot mistakes and understand the reasoning behind them. He doesn't just correct errors; he delves deep into the thought processes that lead to them. For me, this personalized approach was invaluable. I need things to make sense logically, and Cooper took the time to explain driving concepts in a way that resonated with me. I particularly struggled with keeping the car straight and understanding the steering techniques when backing up. Cooper patiently worked with me until I felt comfortable and confident in these areas. I went from zero to passing my N road test after only 40 hours of driving, and am genuinely amazed at my progress. Cooper's commitment to excellence and genuine care for his students' well-being make him an exceptional driving instructor. I wholeheartedly recommend Cooper to anyone seeking a patient, skilled, and empathetic instructor. Thank you, Cooper, for helping me conquer my fears and achieve this significant milestone.

Fantastic experience: I had 3 sessions with Cooper and everything was fantastic. He is a very fun and detailed instructor who’ll definitely make you a better and smart driver. I became much more confident in driving even just after taking the very 1st lesson with Cooper. He is very detailed and will make sure that you get everything right according to driving standards ensuring maximum safety on the road. In just 3 sessions with Cooper, i was able to pass the test in 1 attempt. I highly recommend anyone who is looking for a driving school to try Cooper Driving School. You won’t regret it.

Fantastic experience: Cooper is a really fantastic instructor who genuinely cares about his clients and getting them the confidence they need to be comfortable on the road. Taking lessons with him has helped calm my nerves about driving substantially and made me a much better drive., I would recommend him to anyone, whether you’re just learning to drive or already know how and want to be a more confident and safe driver.

Fantastic experience: Cooper is so kind and patient. He is very responsive through text and whenever I have a question outside of the lesson, he provides me with detailed answers. I highly recommend him as an instructor because he’s just the very best!

Fantastic experience: Cooper is a fantastic teacher and a genuinely great person to spend your time with on your path to get your license. I hadn’t driven for a couple of years since arriving in Vancouver. Even before that I only had an Irish learner’s permit, and my experience was mostly from driving in a very small town without many challenging roads/situations. So, coming to Vancouver with new road rules and the busyness of bigger city driving, I was a bit nervous getting into driving here. Cooper has been so easy to get along with since day one and it’s easy to see his wealth of experience applied in every lesson, it really helps make you feel comfortable behind the wheel, and I was soaking up new things in every lesson while also solidifying the fundamentals. My driving skills skyrocketed under Coopers guidance. I had done about 80% of required official lessons in Ireland for my “N” before Covid lockdown stopped the progress there. I look back now and see after even a couple lessons with Cooper I was a lot less experienced that I realized. Coopers experience really elevates you as a driver and will make you much more competent and safer out there on your own. I had initially looked at some of larger driving schools when moving to Vancouver but reading reviews for Cooper really made him stand out as the best option and I have 0 regrets, everything others have said here is 100% true, you can’t go wrong with him Being a new resident here, I had no outlet for driving practice here in Vancouver outside of my lessons with Cooper. Even with that restriction, after just 14 lessons with Cooper I was able to pass my class 7 test on the first attempt. I must also call out that 14 lessons were my own choice to be 100% confident in myself, to be fair to Cooper he was suggesting doing the test earlier around the 10th lesson (and I believe now I could have past earlier too), so you know he is honest and not playing with your time/money, just wants the best for his students. I can’t recommend Cooper highly enough and have already told friends trying to get their N to go with him. I’m ready to set off now and get my own car and looking forward for some catch up lessons to prep for class 5 test in 2 years . Thanks again for everything Cooper.

Fantastic experience: Awesome driving instructor. Got me up and driving within just a few sessions. Professional, friendly, and patient. The value you get for each lesson is 10 fold - not only do you get awesome instruction, but also a cool person to drive with. - Very knowledgeable: road rules, why the rules are in place, research, and also has great articles on his page - He provides a debrief at the end of every session to go over what you learned (with diagrams), and then send a thorough voice message too! Those are great for internalizing what you learned over the session. - He spots what you need to work on, and makes sure you understand why you do that, and how to improve it - I was a new driver, so we started in quiet areas to get foundations down ... as opposed to being thrown into big roads and feeling stressed (as I had experienced in other teaching scenarios) - This might not be super important to everyone, but the car you learn on is a SUV, which I found I preferred much more than what I had for other lessons. I'm on the smaller end, so it was nice to see the road up a bit higher, and generally feel more sturdy/comfortable. I passed my N test on the first try back in the summer, and have done multiple long trips to other cities, (with adverse weather conditions) since - the lessons and habits stick with you and give a great foundation.

Fantastic experience: Cooper is a brilliant instructor, very friendly and easy to work with. He's great at diagnosing things you need to work on and communicating them clearly, and it's been a lot of fun taking driving lessons from him. 10/10

Fantastic experience: Patient, friendly and true quality. Could not recommend more highly!

Fantastic experience: Cooper is an incredible teacher, he is an excellent communicator who not only helped me understand what I need to know to pass the exams, but more importantly impressed upon me what I need to know to be a safe driver. I would recommend Cooper's lessons to anybody but especially to those people who love to drive or wish that they did.

Fantastic experience: Todd was fantastic as an instructor. Incredibly patient and thoughtful. In record time, he got me from almost no driving experience at all to passing my N on the first try in just two months!

Fantastic experience: Cooper is a genius at driving, and an outstanding resource for anxious or awkward students. Five stars!

Fantastic experience: The man is worth the money

Fantastic experience: Can't imagine a better driving instructor. I've taken lessons from instructors that charged less, but the value of coopers instruction is many, many multiples higher. If you want the best value for your time and money, Cooper is the instructor. After I failed my first road test, I was embarrassed. Despite many hours behind the wheel with a previous instructor, I was unprepared. I could operate the car, but that was pretty much it. I missed signs, I didn't know the difference between a box turn and a traditional, I didn't know where to exactly position myself on left turns and why, etc. I was embarrassed I thought I had a chance at passing. Driving is complicated. Cooper has been teaching people how to drive since he was a teenager. He's spoken to and worked with the people that make the rules of the road here in Vancouver. He has the knowledge, but more importantly the ability to get you to understand the complexity of driving. He'll use catchy phrases like 'purple positioning' or 'greens and reds' to name the ideas you need to know. With Cooper, I also failed my second test. But this time I was proud of myself, because I knew my driving had drastically improved. I was very close to passing (the road tester agreed). And with four additional lessons with Cooper, I passed my class 7 test today. Too many people drive around Vancouver pretending they know how to drive, and hiring Cooper is the best way to ensure you don't become one of them. He is patient, easy-going, and has a good sense of humor. We need more teachers like him. I looked forward to every lesson. Thank you Cooper!

Fantastic experience: Cooper is a great driving instructor. Before taking lessons with Cooper, I didn't like driving and I had a lot of anxiety whenever I got behind a wheel. However, Cooper was really patient, encouraging and knowledgeable. He was able to identify what I needed to work on and communicated this to me in an easy to understand manner. After a few lessons with Cooper, I no longer felt anxious when driving and I was finally able to pass my road test.

Fantastic experience: Have nothing but good things to say about Cooper! If you are an anxious driver looking for someone kind and understanding, hit up Cooper, he will not disappoint. He is awesome at: -- spotting your mistakes and working with you to teach in a way that works for you. For example, I need things to make sense logically to fully understand driving concepts. I struggled a lot with keeping the car straight and understanding which way to steer when backing up. He noticed it right away and helped me do a visual exercise where I was able to stop thinking too much and actually trust my eyes and visuals!! So helpful -- he does a debrief with you after everyone lesson and continues to adjust his teaching methods to what you need. Absolute joy to communicate with, he cares so much about you. Thanks Cooper! -- expert in traffic laws so if you've been taught to survive drive you will unlearn those, and actually becomes confident because you now know the law. It made a big difference for me. --he sends voice notes after each lesson on everything we discussed so you can keep track of everything you learned. Overall, he is so so lovely, super passionate about making YOU feel confident on the road and teaches you in a way that works for YOU. His passion for his students and making sure they become good drivers is truly awesome, and it comes through in every lesson.

Fantastic experience: Absolutely goated instructor. A perfect balance of encouragement and criticism and very thorough on the details. Also a walking traffic law encyclopedia.

Fantastic experience: Cooper is very professional and friendly instructor one can ever imagine. Being someone who already has driving experience and is new to Canada, I found it very difficult to adopt new driving conditions here. Cooper was very patient with me, worked with me, understood my situation, and methodically made me unlearn a few bad practices I had and made me a better driver. I was able to get my class 5 license because of his teaching and guidance. Cooper always tries to have conversations with students to understand what they think and why they are thinking like that, in order to understand their perspectives. He always tries to have a discussion immediately after each lesson and provides personalized feedback on audio after class. His passion and dedication towards teaching always amazes me. Cooper is the best driving instructor one can ever have and I highly recommend him.

Fantastic experience: Cooper's a fantastic instructor! Absolutely to the point, and also amazing to spend time with. He makes sure that we know what we need to and how to improve ourselves! Glad to have worked with him! Totally recommended. :)

Fantastic experience: I can't put into words how amazing my experience was with Cooper. I felt my skills improve immensely each lesson I took with him and gained the knowledge I needed to do my test in a good amount of time. I felt confident for my test and passed with flying colors. I truly believe I was so prepared for my test because of Cooper. Not to mention, he was a pleasure to spend time with. Thank you, Cooper! See you in 2 years for my class 5 ;)

Fantastic experience: I’m so thankful for Cooper. He’s the best driving instructor ever! He helped me manage my anxiety when it comes to driving and taught me to be a calm and safe driver. Thanks to his help, I was able to pass my class 5 road test in ONE attempt. :D My friend recommended him to me early last year as I was about to start relearning to drive. I had previously learned to survive driving, but not driving safely. Plus, I first learned to drive on the other side of the road, was always an anxious driver and absolutely despised driving. Now, I’m confident and feel comfortable driving. Cooper does his best to understand your background in driving and caters to it. He teaches everything at your own pace to ensure that you feel calm, cool and collected in order to drive safely. He also ensures that you know the reasonings and research for the driving and road rules. I also found that his summaries after class and follow-up notes absolutely useful. Cooper not only provides constructive criticism, but he genuinely motivates you to be a better driver. I’m so grateful for all his support and knowledge. I cannot emphasize this enough - he taught me to drive while previous instructors taught me to survive behind the wheel.

Fantastic experience: Cooper is a wonderful and a highly knowledgeable instructor. His teaching style is quite relaxed and simple.

Fantastic experience: Copper is a one in a million driving instructor. I got my learners for the first time in my mid 30s, I had zero driving experience and knew I needed an instructor. I was extremely lucky to find Cooper. He is patient, caring and supportive, he takes the time to explain the 'why' behind what he is teaching you. I had 3 lessons with other instructors and none of them came close to measuring up to Cooper in terms of teaching abilitiy and knowledge. I took my class 7 road test in Vancouver and past on my first attempt. 2 years later and was preparing for me class 5 road test and I knew exactly who to call for a refresher. With Cooper's help I passed my class 5 road test, also on my first attempt. I would highly recommend Cooper to anyone looking for a really good driving instructor.

Fantastic experience: Cooper was an exceptional instructor. He had impeccable knowledge, and a very perceptive way of identifying your habits and driving patterns for correction. Thanks to him I passed my Class 7 first time. I feel confident in my driving and my ability to continue to improve as I gain experience going forward.

Fantastic experience: The best trainer, explain every minute details with reasons.. You feel confident from the first day.. Tell you about your mistakes, and inspires you to do bette next time… And the best thing the daily feedback after each class.. Implementing many more things soon, check it out.. Best of luck.

Fantastic experience: Cooper is a calm, patient and very skilled driving instructor. He was able to train me with the right skills and tools to manage my fear and anxiety when driving and focus on what’s important. I highly recommend him.

Fantastic experience: I wish I could give 6 stars! If you have any nerves about driving, Cooper is the instructor for you!! I came to driving a bit older than many folks who get their licences right away, and with a few traumatic experiences/ some pretty significant stress, but with a desire to master this skill. I'm only about halfway through my training sessions, but have grown LEAPS AND BOUNDS. A lot of the driving schools take the "throw you into the deep-end" approach where you are forced into highly stressful situations with very few tools. I went to another school with that approach and despite voicing my concerns they were very dismissive and I ended up getting overwhelmed, stressed, and quitting. When I started with Cooper, we were on the exact same page; he validated my concerns that driving is a complex skill and that there are real stakes involved. He is patient and encouraging and goes at your pace. I am seeing significant improvements and I actually look forward to driving each week! I can't even explain how much I've grown and how confident I have become under his tutelage. In a few months I've gone from thinking I might never drive to looking forward to being a fully-skilled driver in the near future! Cooper is the best!

Fantastic experience: Cooper is a great instructor. He is a straight forward teacher that tells you what you’re doing wrong and shows you how to fix it. I had my first ever road test and I passed because I have taken lessons with cooper. I would recommend to anyone who’s taking their road test.

Fantastic experience: Cooper is the most professional Driver Instructor I have ever come across. He is cool and thorough about his approach. He teaches in most friendly and fun way, I learned to drive smooth and passed the road test today. He does extra efforts of leaving you an audio recording after driving session, on areas where l lacked and potential improvements that needs to be worked on. Those audio recordings are a digital record of how you have been progressing. I love his methodical and friendly approach towards confidence building. I’m really happy that I chose him as my driving teacher. He loves doing his job and I think that’s a reason why he doesn’t shy from putting extra efforts for the success of his students. I always love his energy. Highly highly recommended to anyone.

Fantastic experience: Cooper is simply one of the best teachers I have ever had. I cannot imagine a better driving instructor than him.

Fantastic experience: Friendly and professional.

Fantastic experience: Two months ago, I never thought I would drive. I was anxious about it and scared. Now I have my license, feel calm and confident behind the wheel, and not only that, I even enjoyed the whole process! I couldn’t even design a better driving instructor than Cooper: he is incredibly knowledgeable, encouraging, honest, personable, generous, and professional. While other schools usually teach in a “one size fits all” way, Cooper is able to tailor his methods to each person’s learning style, challenges, and priorities. He is an incredibly bright individual with keen insights into the psychology of driving — he helped me to understand my fears and to rethink how I was approaching the test. You will not find a more experienced instructor and I can’t imagine finding a more enjoyable and empowering one either. Although he is a skilled educator, he’s also a terrific coach who motivates you and helps you prepare mentally. What more can I say? I looked forward to our lessons. I passed my test. I learned so much. I had fun. Best decision I’ve made in years. And I’ve already been telling anyone who will listen that they should book with Cooper asap. You deserve it!

Fantastic experience: Cooper is an extraordinary driving instructor and is a delight to talk to. I passed my road test on my first attempt. More importantly I am confident to drive having a deeper understanding of why we do things a certain way which was reflected by my examiner who said they felt safe with me driving. Knowing and Teaching are two very different things. Most instructors I have worked with "Know" how to drive so they just point out things you do wrong when driving. Cooper on the other hand, learns about your bad driving habits and teaches you how to convert them into good ones. Cooper was always on time, never rushed when the session time was over, sent audio recording on things he observed and overall showed passion towards helping you be a better driver. Overall I'm sad to not be able to drive with him anymore so would highly recommend learning to drive from him! :)

Fantastic experience: I had an amazing journey working with Cooper. It had been a while since I last drove a car, so the first few sessions were about me brushing up those skills. Cooper was accurate in identifying my weak points and patiently working on them. It wasn't long after I started to feel comfortable behind the wheel. Cooper's goal is to make you a safe driver, but if you think this is not going to help you pass your test, I passed my class 5 on the first attempt. After each session he sends a detailed voice message with the main takeaways. I looked forward to those every week. I highly recommend Cooper if you want to be safe out there and have fun in the process. PS: He loves chocolate.

Fantastic experience: Well I guess he’s the only one who’s super friendly , funny , got a nice maintained car , most importantly he knows what he’s doing and what you’re doing because of his amazing observation he never misses when one makes a mistake . Helped me get my class 5 licence in the first attempt .

Fantastic experience: Todd is amazing. He knows what you need to learn or change in your behavior, and focus on that, no lesson is wasted on things you don't need. He's also a great person to talk to and I always enjoyed my lessons.

Fantastic experience: Cooper is an exemplary teacher and his vast experience, alongside his compassion, gentle demeanour, and innate sense of his students’ capabilities, lends to a transformative driving experience. Cooper really takes the time and effort to foster safe and communicative spaces of learning and growth- something that was lacking in all my previous experiences with driving instructors. When Cooper first met me I was terrified and dealing with bouts of anxiety when it came to getting in the driver’s seat. Fast forward a few months and Cooper has helped me build up my confidence and skillset- I have transformed into someone who actually enjoys and looks forward to driving! Cooper is not your run of the mill driving instructor- he infuses all his lessons with guidance that is geared towards not only improving your technical driving skills, but stabilizing and strengthening your emotional and mental approach to driving. Learning from Cooper has been an absolutely delightful and rewarding experience and I cannot recommend him enough.

Fantastic experience: This man saved my entire life. I had a terrible experience at another driving school that left me with two failed tests and destroyed confidence. Cooper is an incredibly kind and insightful teacher who bestowed me with the skills and confidence to finally successfully get my license. He is THE BEST.

Fantastic experience: I got my driving license today. I would like to thank you for your great trainings and tips. I listened to the training summary audio you sent me many times and was very helpful! Thanks again

Fantastic experience: Cooper will get you the driver's license because he works on you and why you are failing the road tests. He did the impossible what I thought. He took the fears away and the examiner was amazed at how much I paid attention to detail and perfect my test results ended up The answer is Cooper!!

Fantastic experience: This is my third or fourth shot at learning how to drive and I've always let my anxiety and fear get in the way. I specifically did my research and am so happy that I found Cooper's driving school. Working with Cooper has been an incredible experience so far (still learning). He is knowledgable, patient, and encouraging and knows how to check in with me to see where my energy and anxiety levels are at. He also knows how to break down his observations about my driving and seems to know me better than I know myself at times which I can highly appreciate. After my 5th or 6th lesson, it felt like I've had a breakthrough and can assess that my driving skills are not only improving but more importantly my confidence is growing and I'm getting less anxious about driving in general - which is huge for me!!! I really can't wait to continue my lessons with Cooper and finally start driving in the city :)

Fantastic experience: Cooper was absolutely amazing. I had a car accident and was quite nervous about driving again. Cooper was always early or on time with a friendly face! He knew I was very nervous so we started off with less busy sections in Vancouver. He walked me through all the traffic rules. When I was not confident, he would be very patient and we would repeat the same route until I was confident enough to move on. Cooper is also very experienced instructor. Whenever I was nervous or made a mistake, Cooper was always calm and in control of the situation. I would recommend Cooper to anyone.

Fantastic experience: I highly recommend Cooper! So much so that I need a 6th star. Before working with Cooper, I found that even the thought of driving made me anxious. As a person with two learning disabilities, dyslexia and dyspraxia, I found that the standard driving instruction available in BC did not fit for how I needed to learn. They were focused too much on checking the test boxes and not the real experience of driving and communicating with the traffic around you. After getting my 'N' using these programs, my partner at the time was involved in a life changing car accident that left me afraid to drive again. Working with Cooper, I'm back on the road again. Instantly I felt seen and heard. Cooper is sure to guide me at my own pace, picks up on the way I learn specifically and tailors his instruction to match, and provides reassurance. I feel confident that working with him will help me reach my driving goals!.

Fantastic experience: Cooper is amazing!. Patience of the gods with me Some of the things I like about Cooper's practice sessions: - He explains the rules of the road, he breaks it down so fine in words I understand lol so that it makes sense in my head. - He's always in a good mood and welcomes with a smile( wish I had that attribute) so it makes the session so much better. - After each session he sends detailed Voice notes to explain strengths and weakness. - I really appreciate how he makes sure he's finish explaining or doing something even though the time is up. Like others would say okay that's your time or just rush and lesson would have to stop but NOT Cooper. For example he went over about 10 minutes today just so I could understand the intersections. - Thanks to him, I'm no longer just looking at my side of things but I'm trying to understand and predict what others are doing and will do so I can drive safer. I highly recommend him today and everyday . -

Fantastic experience: TL;DR: Best driving instructor; suitable for all driving levels; amazing car I had zero driving experience and had a class 7 road test coming up in two months. Due to low availability at driving schools caused by the pandemic, I had to try out multiple schools in Vancouver area and Cooper was certainly the best instructor I had and who really polished my skills and pointed out the not so obvious mistakes I made overlooked by my other instructors. In that sense, I would surely recommend him for drivers of all levels. Not only his driving teaching technique is clear and effective, but he's also friendly and patient person who lets you gradually take full control of a car and enjoy driving as well, in contrast to some other instructors I had who constantly micromanaged me, made me anxious and less confident in my abilities and the whole driving experience horrible. At end of each of lesson Cooper would also send audio with a summary of what I did well and things to improve, which I really appreciate and something I wish other instructors would incorporate into their teaching too. Although his services seem pricier at first, each lesson with Cooper is much more valuable than with anyone else, so in the end you can actually save more money, since the learning curve is much steeper than with other driving schools. Lastly, his car is super comfortable and fun to drive:) Needless to say, I got my N and highly recommend Cooper to everyone!

Fantastic experience: Cooper is THE BEST driving instructor you'll ever meet! I got my driving license by passing the very first road test I attempted, and before meeting Cooper, I thought I could never drive. I attended a few driving lessons back home with possibly the worst instructor ever. I also ended up meeting with an accident and that caused tremendous trauma towards driving. I then did some research on Reddit and based on the recommendations there I got to Cooper. He was very patient, friendly and professional with his lessons from day one and I thoroughly enjoyed each minute I spent on the road with him. He followed up with me after each class to provide feedback and was very persistent in correcting each single mistake I made and in addressing all the fears I had. He approached the classes in a very methodical way and when he said I was ready for the exam, I took a road test and passed on the first go. More than the road test, he made sure that I was going to be a safe driver when I get out there to ensure the safety of both my loved ones and the ones that I'll be sharing the road with. I highly recommend Cooper as your driving instructor :) He's also an amazing human being!

Fantastic experience: i was very anxious to learn how to drive and put it off until i was past 30 before i decided to contact cooper on a whim. he instantly made me feel comfortable and less anxious behind the wheel in the first lesson. he is very friendly, professional, and funny which makes it super easy to relax. he points out things you need to work on or improve in a very clear manner so that i was able to work on them while practicing in between lessons. i went from being super anxious to get behind a wheel to getting my N in 6 months, passing on the first try. if you're at all anxious to drive and want a friendly instructor that makes you feel comfortable, contact cooper!

Fantastic experience: I've had a number of driving instructors and can say with certainty that Cooper was the reason I passed my test. While other instructors can point out the obvious, Cooper helped me with the precise skills I needed to become a good driver. More importantly, he did so in a calm & constructive way. His knowledge of the test routes and criteria were something no other instructor got close to, and were key reasons why I was successful on the day of my test. I will be recommending Cooper to everyone I know!

Fantastic experience: Cooper is a fantastic instructor. He’s patient, friendly, explains things in a way that makes sense and works with you to get you up to speed with driving. If you’re looking around for someone, get in touch with Cooper. I passed my N first time round thanks to him! Thanks again Cooper

Fantastic experience: Cooper was very helpful and patient with me. Thanks to him I was able to pass my test in my first try. Highly recommend using him.

Fantastic experience: Cooper is AMAZING! I reached out to Cooper with very short noticed and he managed to accommodate me in his schedule and take me on a few driving lessons and took me to my class 5 driving exam. He is very knowledgeable and friendly so that makes a great teacher. He let me drive and I did not feel like he had his foot on the break all the time (compared to another driving academy I went to before Cooper). The way that he pointed out my mistakes was great since it allowed me to learn from them. He managed to help me fix some bad habits I had from my time driving in my home country. I really enjoyed learning with you and chatting with you Cooper. Thanks a lot!!!!

Fantastic experience: I wish I could give Cooper more then 5 stars as he is literally amazing! I’ve never felt so comfortable so fast after meeting someone I’ve never met before. He is more then welcoming and full of smiles. I instantly felt like we were friends. Cooper made me feel so much better about my driving capabilities & skills. Always positive feedback/constructive criticism and always made it simple so I could fix what I needed to! I have had my L license for more then 3 years now and always thought I wasn’t ready to take the roast test. Just a couple weeks ago, I took a drive with Cooper and now I had my N test today & just passed my Road Test minutes ago- all thanks to his help! He gives you advice & information in a way that is simple to understand especially for those that are visual learners. I wish I could come back for another drive with him as it was truly a amazing experience. Thank you Cooper!

Fantastic experience: I would highly recommend Cooper for some driving lessons, best driving instructor in vancouver without a doubt ! he is very professional and easy going. Great sense of humor. Breaks down skills very easily and is calm and collective when out driving with him. I was amazed with how much I was learning in just one session with Cooper. Highly recommend 10/10

Fantastic experience: I was having my class 5 road test and I drove like a beginner, made a lots of mistakes and did not have that much knowledge but Cooper taught me each and every rule of driving. His way of teaching is the best. After practice he always send me notes and gave me information regarding the things which I needs to work on, because of that I improved my driving and cleared my test in first attempt. I will definitely recommend him. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

Fantastic experience: Out of 4 driving instructors, I chose to commit my time and resources to learn from Cooper. It was the best decision I ever made. He was the only one who had the patience, non-judgmental/respectful attitude, GENUINE care and the ability to affectively communicate where I was going wrong in my learning. To top it off, he also had the EXPERIENCE above and beyond the others. One of Cooper's superpowers is his communication and easy-to-understand instructions/descriptions. I went from not being able to drive very well to being a driver who now has the confidence to be on the road -- my driving improved dramatically once we started working together. I highly recommend this individual if you want to learn from the best, he's punctual, likeable, knowledgeable and EXPERIENCED. I started with a 12 lesson package and after that, I was a different driver. I will learn from Cooper as each stage of my driving/driving tests continue. He gets 5 stars and I'm so happy that I found him. Do yourself a favor and book with him, you'll know what I mean when you do. Learning should be made easier when it can already be challenging and Cooper will provide ease whilst learning. Happy driving discovery!

Fantastic experience: Taking lessons with Cooper was an amazing time. As we have a mindset that it is not easy to crack the class 5 road test but I did just because of Cooper. I never saw such a positive man who always tries to show some light when I was going off track. My road test was 1 week away and I was just looking for a driving school than one of my friends recommended Cooper driving school. 3 lessons for my road test with them looks like that I become a professional driver. Jokes apart but I really recommend everyone to just try to take one lesson from him after that you will get to know the difference between others and Cooper. Thank you so much Cooper for coaching me till the end time. Archit Goyal April 2021

Fantastic experience: Cooper is possibly the best driving instructor in Vancouver and I say that having to have possibly close to 5 instructors from different schools in the past 3 years. I always had anxiety with driving and Cooper had to bring me back to the basics and really stress to give me the foundations. He is extremely patient with explaining the whys on the traffic rules and overall reasoning of why the rules exist - something that I really struggled before. What I liked most is that he make sure that you end your lessons by going through what you improved, what you need improving and he will even go the extra mile and send you notes and voice messages - i thought this was above and beyond everyone else and it made me feel that I am really being coached in this journey. I am much more confident in my driving and was able to get my ** class 5 ** and it wouldn't be without Cooper's expert tutelage If you are looking for quality driving lessons, look no further and just go reach out. You won't regret it!

Fantastic experience: I had my learner's license for about 12 years, failed my road test twice over that time, and had general anxieties and confusions about driving that I could never seem to overcome. Within 10 minutes of our first driving session, through listening and observation, COOPER was able to get to the root of my issues of being overwhelmed, and then (by sketching simple visualizations) was able to better direct my focus towards exactly what was important at any moment. By breaking down maneuvers and the order of checks into logical steps, I could then start integrating them into my regular driving until it became intuitive and ingrained. Today I passed my road test! And I even felt good about it while it was happening. This confidence would not have been possible without me obtaining concrete skills and knowledge through COOPER’s empathetic teaching. I would very much recommend COOPER, particularly for anyone who has had difficulties with past driving courses and teachers. His dedication and care is abundantly clear, but he also manages to guide with a light touch that puts you at ease. Thanks COOPER!

Fantastic experience: Took a couple of driving lessons with Todd Cooper to brush up before my Class 5 test and was able to pass with confidence! I’m a naturally anxious driver but Cooper made me feel comfortable on the road with his advice and tips. He was flexible during lessons and made sure to prioritize working on specific things that were causing me anxiety. I had a great experience!

Fantastic experience: I feel that I learned a lot from Cooper. The time spent with him was key to passing my Class 5 on the first attempt. Thanks!

Fantastic experience: Prior to meeting Cooper I didn't think I'd ever be able to drive (confidently) again. I was in a car accident 10 years ago, never got back behind the wheel and have had severe anxiety ever since. Cooper is kind, understanding, incredibly patient, open to feedback and has a way of making people feel safe and heard. After my first lesson with Cooper, I knew I had a long way to go but I felt overwhelmed with a sense of hope and confidence in myself. Cooper showed me that there is value in my hyper awareness and has been working with me to build up my driving competency. I'd recommend driving lessons with Cooper to anyone but especially to those who have driving anxiety, those with a history of trauma or those with specific learning needs.

Fantastic experience: Cooper is the best instructor ever! He helped me gain confidence, understand the rules of the road, taught me to be patient and helped me very much pass my road test! He has a great sense of humor and he is very calm and patient! I highly highly recommend Cooper!!! If you have Cooper instructor You will get your road test passed on!!!

Fantastic experience: Cooper was very calm and organized, he worked very hard to get me comfortable driving for the test. I wouldn't have been able to pass my class 7 without his help.

Fantastic experience: Cooper is the best, his teaching methods are amazing! He helps you feel more confident on the road and understand it. I’m really grateful to have him as my driving instructor because it has enabled me to grow confidence, I was really afraid of driving before. Understanding the road also helps boost your confidence. He teashes in a manner that enables you to confront any situation you may find yourself not only the road test. Which in my honest opinion think it’s better because he is giving you the full experience of driving and enables you to be even more prepared. I truely recommend this company!

Fantastic experience: Cooper is an amazing instructor, who is not only experienced but also really good at teaching to let you know what you need to work on. He is professional, punctual, and also has great sense of humor. I really like his teaching style, because it is really effective in a way that he observes your driving really carefully, and makes sure that you are aware of what you need to improve by giving you feedback every class. I feel more confident and safe to drive just after taking two lessons with him. Highly recommend Cooper!

Fantastic experience: Copper is really a multitalented person who really knows his job as a very good instructor and is really optimistic . He teaches very well and finetunes your technique. I would like to recommend everyone to get trained under him . Thanks for teaching me some cool tricks in driving !!!

Fantastic experience: MY TRAINING WITH COOPER WAS SURPRISING! Typically I struggle with nervousness when learning anything or when stress enters my life. Driving can be very stressful but with COOPER's patience expertise and amazing knowledge re all things driving! I can now drive a car. Whaaaahoo. Thanks COOPER!

Fantastic experience: Cooper is a great teacher. I could not recommend him enough!

Fantastic experience: Prior to meeting COOPER, I took few lessons from another instructor from surrey, that did not help me in anyway rather made me feel like I can't drive in Vancouver at all. That guy was very rigid with his technique and only wanted me to follow that strictly. But since meeting COOPER he understood my main weakness and helped me to overcome. He is very polite and funny sometimes but never makes you feel scared as he will listen to my arguments whenever I was wrong but would also correct me regarding them. So i highly recommend COOPER for anyone who wants to learn driving in Vancouver or areas around Vancouver. PS 13+ years of experience.