SmartStart Driving School

Expérience fantastique: Facilement l'un des meilleurs instructeurs, peu importe votre niveau de compétence. J'ai commencé à prendre des leçons avec Martin sans aucune expérience préalable de conduite, et il a réussi à améliorer mes compétences de conduite très rapidement. Bien que je sois un vrai paquet de nerfs, j'ai pu réussir mon examen routier de classe 7 lors de ma deuxième tentative, et cela aurait facilement pu être ma première tentative si je n'avais pas été si anxieux et distrait ce jour-là haha. Martin est très rapide à indiquer tout point faible dans votre conduite et donne des explications détaillées pour les corriger. Ses conseils s'améliorent encore si vous êtes capable de communiquer exactement quels problèmes vous avez. Dans l'ensemble, Martin est incroyable pour vous aider à développer vos compétences de conduite et votre confiance, et je le recommanderais sans aucun doute à quiconque recherchant un instructeur de conduite. 5/5 Je voudrais également mentionner que ses tarifs sont très compétitifs par rapport à d'autres instructeurs (un excellent rapport qualité-prix). En bonus, il peut être très drôle par moments. Merci Martin!

Expérience fantastique: En tant qu'apprenant plus âgé, j'ai évité de conduire pendant de nombreuses années après avoir échoué à N examens dans ma jeunesse. J'ai lu les avis de Martin et j'ai été impressionné, surtout par des personnes qui étaient dans ma situation. Dès la première leçon, j'ai appris beaucoup de conseils pour améliorer différents aspects de la conduite. Martin est patient et attentif, mais n'hésite pas à donner un peu d'amour sévère quand c'est nécessaire. Il veut vraiment que vous réussissiez, ce que j'ai pu faire avec 10 leçons en 3 mois ! Je n'arrivais pas à croire à quel point j'ai pu apprendre rapidement et à quel point je suis devenu confiant en conduisant. Fortement recommandé !

Expérience fantastique: Martin est un excellent instructeur de conduite. J'avais une peur paralysante de conduire avant que nous commencions nos leçons, et je croyais vraiment que je ne pourrais pas la surmonter. Martin a une attitude si apaisante et réconfortante, lors de notre tout premier cours j'ai senti mon anxiété diminuer considérablement. Il est patient et a un grand sens de l'humour, et je le recommande vivement pour des leçons de conduite, surtout si vous avez de l'anxiété à propos de la conduite !

Expérience fantastique: Martin is a great driving instructor! His style is straightforward and tough at times, but his support and personalized guidance was pivotal in my success after three failed attempts with other instructors. He really teaches you the right skills and habits to succeed and have confidence in driving. I’d definitely recommend him!

Expérience fantastique: Had a fantastic experience with Martin. Patient, knowledgeable, and made learning to drive a breeze. He provided useful skills and tips to ensure that I pass my N. Highly recommend!

Expérience fantastique: Instructor was extremely helpful and was able to teach me the information in a positive way

Expérience fantastique: Martin is a very good instructor to learn all the driving skills from. With his patience and the teaching methods he uses, I've learnt to drive confidently, smoothly and carefully. As he prepared me very well before the driving test, I was able to get my class 5 driver's license.

Expérience fantastique: Martin is an excellent driving instructor who takes the time to go over the necessary skills to pass a road test with confidence. His patience, humor, and rapport helped me feel comfortable with driving. As a result, his instruction made my Class 7 road exam (for my N) less nerve-wracking. Thanks to Martin, I passed my road test feeling more self-assured. I highly recommend him to anyone seeking a great driving instructor.

Expérience fantastique: Martin is a true coach in addition to driving instructor. He will bring the best out of you whether you need tough love or gentle encouragement. He was personally very tough on me and as a result coached me in such a way that my Class 7 road exam (for my N) was significantly easier than many of my final lessons with him. He will instruct you to your highest potential during your time together, and as a result any exam you take you will feel over prepared for. No doubt in my mind. I passed my road test first try with no prior driving experience whatsoever thanks to Martin. I would recommend him to anyone.

Expérience fantastique: Martin was the best instructor I ever had. I passed my road test the first time thanks to him. You won’t find a better professional than him

Expérience fantastique: Martin was an amazing instructor, teaching with patience which is a must especially being a new learner when it comes to driving where there is no separate place for trial and error other than being on the road. He taught with multiple ways of doing different maneuvers, allowing a ton of room for learning and improving. And gives a great positive push to your confidence :) A big thank you to Martin!

Expérience fantastique: Martin doesn’t sugarcoat anything and that’s what I like about him. His professionalism is commendable as he pushes you in a way that is much needed in order to build confidence on the road. Would recommend to others for sure! Edit: Just Passed my Class 7 Today, First Try!!!

Expérience fantastique: I had a good experience!! Martin knows all the tricks to make you pass so there won’t be surprises on the road test.

Expérience fantastique: I highly recommend taking classes with Smart start Driving school. Very accommodating with your schedule and takes necessary precautions during this time. Special thanks to Martin for being a very good instructor. 5/5!

Expérience fantastique: I had a great experience with Martin. I had absolutely no driving experience when I reached out to him. Within the first hour I had already gained confidence. He immediately finds your strengths and weaknesses and work with them. Brushes up on the strengths and corrects the weaknesses before they become bad habits. He was also super accommodating with scheduling and pick up locations. The anxiety that comes with new drivers didn't last long when he trained me. He brings a great energy that encourages quick learning.

Expérience fantastique: I had a good experience with SmartStart! Martin is really knowledgeable (about driving and also about what ICBC is looking for when you do your road test / what the common mistakes people usually make are) and breaks things down really simply for you. I had a lot of anxiety about driving but passed and got my N on the first try!

Expérience fantastique: Martin was a awesome driving instructor and always showed patience when I made mistakes. I recommend going here if your a first time test taker. I learned many useful skills and he made driving easy and fun.

Expérience fantastique: Martin is a very knowledgeable and professional instructor. He knows his students' weaknesses and helps improve them. He makes sure that students are ready before going for road test. I passed my road test after taking classes with him. I highly recommend him to anyone going for road tests. Thank you SmartStart Driving School!

Expérience fantastique: Great place to take driving lessons. My instructor helped me pass my Class 7 road test on the first try!

Expérience fantastique: Martin was a great teacher. He helped to build my confidence and made me feel at ease on the road. I passed my road test first time! I would definitely recommend him to anyone. I am an older driver, so for me it was important that my instructor helped me get over my fears! Thanks Martin!

Expérience fantastique: Martin is a very knowledgeable, patient and kind instructor who is very observant and good at identifying mistakes and helping to improve upon them. With his help I quickly improved from a beginner driver to passing my class 7 road test on my first attempt with minimal mistakes.

Expérience fantastique: 2019 - If you’re looking for a patient, knowledgeable and amazing instructor, look no further. Martin helped me pass my Novice exam — I only wish I had found him sooner! 2021- Back to Martin for my Class 5 - passed in one try! Thankful to have met such a dedicated instructor.

Expérience fantastique: Martin is an incredible instructor! He is very professional and easy to communicate with. He is great at recognizing your weaknesses and really pushes you to perfection. I had a great experience and was able to get my N on my first try. I would highly recommend him to others.

Expérience fantastique: Martin is and will always be my best driving instructor. The first time that I met him 5 months ago in February, he knew exactly what I needed to work on after 4 unsuccessful tries on getting my N. He is very honest, polite, caring, heart warming and gives the best tough love for you to be safe, patient, well-mannered, and diligent on the road. He gave me the best advice that I should get my class 5 license first, be more comfortable on a regular car, build and establish my insurance first before driving a Lexus, Mercedes-Benz, and Acura's. He definitely knows what his teaching, experienced, and very good with tackling unsafe drivers. Without him I would not be able to know how to parallel and back park and pass my 5 try.

Expérience fantastique: Martin truly is the reason why I passed and became a good & confident driver. Originally I had a lesson with a different instructor who was rude & impatient making me very nervous while driving. A few of my friends had lessons with Martin & said many good things about him. After my first lesson I knew I made the right choice. Martin is very patient and calm. He guides you through everything visually and verbally which is nice. He helps you build up your confidence by telling you what you’re good at and provides positive reinforcement when you make a mistake. He is honest and will tell you if he believes you are ready or not for your test (I passed on the first try). If you need an instructor I’d highly recommend Martin!

Expérience fantastique: Mr. Kumar is an incredible teacher! He is so kind that even when I slept in through a lesson after an intense night of cramming for finals, he reimbursed the lesson and re-scheduled. He made the extra effort to fit around times that would work best for me and even gave some nice driving tips that I did not get from any other, more expensive driving school.

Expérience fantastique: Martin is seriously the best driving instructor. I was very nervous to start driving and Martin talked me through it and gave me the confidence to feel comfortable behind the wheel. He really knows his stuff and is very good at explaining. Passed my road test the first time thanks to him. Highly recommend.

Expérience fantastique: I am very pleased with the service I recieved from SmartStart Driving School. Martin is a great driving instructor! He corrects you in a calm manner and clearly has a passion for teaching. With the help of SmartStart, I managed to earn my driver's license on the first try. It is no wonder he the success rate that he has. He knows what he is doing!

Expérience fantastique: Martin is a great instructor! He's very thorough and covers everything without overwhelming you or causing you anxiety. In fact, with his tips, I passed my Class 5 on my first attempt with zero mistakes. I highly recommend him!

Expérience fantastique: Before my lesson I thought there wasn't anything left for me to learn, I've driven 30,000+ kms since getting my N and thought I pretty much had everything down pat. However, during my lesson I was pleasantly surprised when Mr. Kumar pointed out lots of little nit picky things that ICBC looks for that I had stopped doing since getting my class 7. The lesson was very helpful and I would definitely recommend SmartStart Driving School to anyone, even the most confident N drivers.

Expérience fantastique: Smart Start Driving School provided me the oppurtunity to hone my driving skills to perfection. I have gone through several other schools of this nature, but have not come across anyone that instructs as well as Martin. The sessions are at a very reasonable price, which makes it very accessible to many other driving learners. I recommend this driving school to anyone else who is looking for a highly knowledgable driving school that allows triver to feel in control. Smart Start can provide the help that is needed in order to pass the exam with flying colours.

Expérience fantastique: Passed on my first try. You can tell Mr.Kumar really knows his stuff.

Expérience fantastique: Amazing driving instructor. When I started I didn't know much about driving besides the basics. Martin helped me learn the basics and beyond. He helped me pass the test with ease on my first try. He had an amazing positive attitude as well.