” I passed my test this morning with the help of Iain. I came to him from a previous instructor who gave me no confidence in myself whilst behind the wheel. Iain completely turned that around he was patient, calm and understanding. Absolutely brilliant instruction and i would seriously recommend him to anyone ” Maddy (Torquay Feb 2015)
A massive THANK YOU! to Iain for being such a great driving instructor. Couldn’t have asked for a better tutor. All the best! Jay Bing Jan 2015
Massive thanks Iain for getting me through that horrible test first time. Brilliant instructor with a clear passion for driving. Would certainly recommend to a totally new driver or those who just need to polish up for the test. Thanks again. Kai Kennedy Trepat Jan 2015
Iain, Thank you so very much for teaching both Chris and Melissa to drive so well and pass their tests first time. We always have and always will be recommending you to anyone who wants to learn to drive. Thanks once again from the McDade house.....05.11.2014
From Sophie Kowalski / Paignton 17.09.14 “A massive thank you is in order as I passed First time with 2 minors! Could not recommend Iain enough! Extremely patient and an all round tremendous Instructer ”
I owe Iain a *huge* thank you for getting me through my test and passing first time! Really appreciated the thoughtful tuition. Two big thumbs up! Jenny Chapman .Ogwell August 2014
” Iain, Thank you for your care and attention for getting Lydia through first time. She has been most complimentary about you throughout the lessons.Money well spent in my opinion.” Brian (Granddad) April 2014
you’re the best instructor I could’ve wished for! Thank you so much!!!” Feb 2014
From Liam Hubbard ” Thank you Iain for all your help and effort ! Passing first time with 2 minors is such a fantastic feeling and i could’nt have done it without your wisdom and skill ” -“Thank you so much for being such a great instructor, both of our children have had such a good experience learning with you.Best wishes the Hubbard’s . Brixham Jan 2014
“Dear Iain, I am like a doggy with 2 tails, thank you SOOOO much for helping me pass my driving test today. When you are older person and also disabled it takes much more to combat fatigue and depression but with Iain’s patient tutoring i finally made it , i am very grateful for your unwavering confidence in me.” Sarah Davies Jan 2014
Thanks Iain for helping me pass my test first time today with 3 driving faults ! I tried loads of instructors over the years and i’ve never felt as confident as i did with you . You made everything seem so easy and thanks for having so much confidence in me ! I would highly recommend you to anyone who wants to pass !! Roxanne Attard , Paignton . December 2013
Woohoo !!!! Not another driving test until i am 80 !!Thanks again Iain ,you’re an excellent tutor and dats da truth ! Joshua Vanner , Totnes Sept 2013
from Adele A from Portugal.. I can only say that all dealings with MyDriving Ambition have been first class from the first returned phone call to passing the UK driving test in 5 weeks ; first time . The only previous limited experience i had was in Portugal driving on the right ! Constant confidence in my ability to do well from Iain helped me keep my nerve . The way Iain teaches is ace ….So happy !!
"A massive thank you to Iain and My Driving Ambition for a faultless top notch service. With patience, great knowledge and good humour Iain instructed me over a number of months. Always helpful, professional, positive and encouraging I can't recommend him enough. In the long distant past I had a bad instructing experience with another driving school but Iain took me on and turned it around, I've now passed first time and with only 4 minor faults, chuffed to bits. Huge thanks Iain!" Gareth Totnes Sept 2012 (www.dot-design.co.uk)
“Iain this is to appreciate your amazing support, guidance,encouragement and sense of humour over the many many months of our journey towards my licence. It has been way more fun and flowing than i could have imagined. Thank You ! Cherionna Totnes May 2012 ( www.cherriona.com)
” Iain just a quick note to say that the driving is going so well – been on the road for over a month now – and just want to express that i really could not have done this without your brilliant enthusiasm and patience.Thanks again James W Paignton Jan 2012
F.T , South Hams Xmas 2011 “Thank you so much for making a Christmas holiday extra special. I am just so happy and relieved that its all done. ” My brother is looking foreward to his lessons!
Charlotte Paignton Dec 2011 “Oh why did i not get your number sooner ! Thanks for all the tips and simple corrections you gave me – now sitting here with a pass certificate …how did that happen !!! (1st time 3 faults)
Georgia, 17, Ipplepen, Feb11: Iain’s lessons were so enjoyable that I was in no hurry to take my driving test. Iain helped me pass first time after seven months of lessons, after each lesson I would come home saying ‘that was so much fun’ but there was the odd occasion when I would come home frustrated because I made a silly mistake repeatedly; through his patience and encouragement I became more confident. Iain taught my brother to drive last year; he really enjoyed his lessons so there was no doubt that I would not too. I will definitely be recommending MyDrivingAmbition to my younger friends because Iain is so lovely!!! Thanks for being such a great teacher, I will miss our weekly lessons. 🙂 🙂 🙂 (Past first time with a very BIG smile!!!!)
Chloe G. of Totnes “I met Iain at a Bikesafe event in September and have now past first time with 1 minor driving fault !I can only say it was spot on to have a great driving instructor who rides a motorbike that could relate between handling the different vehicles.Iain was always super supportive and so passionate about really good safe driving.Thoroughly recommended. IAM next year !! Dec 2011
“More than a driving lesson” At 32 I’d so far avoided trying for my driving licence but with two small children it became a necessity. It was luck that a ‘My Driving Ambition’ leaflet came through the letterbox just when I was looking for an instructor. With Iain I received extremely professional and knowledgeable driving tuition. But what really made all the difference was his tireless enthusiasm and unwaivering support which kept me going when I felt ready to give up.For years I thought I would never have a driving licence yet I passed my test first time with only 3 minor faults. The whole process was a great experience and I have to thank Iain for that. I would highly recommend My Driving Ambition to anyone learning to drive. Mandy P. from Totnes
3 Feb 2010 Carole G of Paignton ” I can only say Iain never gave up in his belief of me passing my driving test .I had spent some considerable time and expense with a national driving school trying to pass and got “Mydriving Ambition” number from a friend. If your hesitant or unsure of your driving Iain slowly but surely makes you believe in your ability. I found that the lessons continually build strength : your confidence grows and so does the spreading smile !!!! Many many thanks you have added a new lease of life ! PS Trike lessons next ” January 2010.
“Simply put – I cannot fault the professional approach ,positive energy and time keeping . Strongly recommended as a top notch instructor ” Dan Brixham Dec 2009 (first time pass 3 m)
Charlie wanted to further develope her skills after being shorttlisted into “the young driver of the year award 2009”. She contacted My Driving Ambition for a Skidpan session to really sharpen reaction and recognition skills for skid prevention which we run at the Southwest’s only skidpan circuit at Westpoint ,Exeter. “I really wanted to optimise my car control in slippery conditions before going to MIRA (Motor Industry Research Association ) in Coventry ; my mum and i decided to both have a go and had a fantastic time with Iain at Westpoint but boy it was competitive trying to keep absolute control. The training really helped at MIRA where i managed to win a £2000 track day in an M3 at MIRA..i am soooo looking foreward to that !!! Thanks for a memorable afternoon Iain , hope the smoke has cleared !” Charlie. Ilfracombe
James W. of Ogwell ” My last instructor had to go to London and i had to find an instructor quickly as my test was booked for 6th October; my friend Will had recommended My Driving ambition after a first time pass and had started with Iain at Westpoint Exeter in the spring when he was 16 yrs old. 4 lessons later i have my provisional licence turned to a pink one ..yippee.. Iain many thanks for such a rapid turnaround of those niggling faults… Ace one..see you soon for the Pass Plus and Skidpan courses.” Oct 09
“I had a good insight into learning to drive through my sister who always said it was stressful ; it took her 4 attempts to pass so i was prepared ! I started with Iain at My Driving ambition on my birthday in May 09 and past my test first time at the beginning of October …i can only say what a massive support Iain is, he is always so upbeat and challenges you to the next roundabout ! Great fun and a huge thanks ps my sister is not happy !! …wishes she took lessons with My Driving ambition sooner ! Kat of Babbacombe Oct 09
“Having suddenly secured a teaching job up north i was desperate to get my driving licence prior to leaving.With 4 weeks to go my prior driving instructor could not fit me in or get a test in time.After making a call to Iain of “My driving ambition ” i was assured that all the stops would be pulled out to secure a cancellation test if poss. and fit me in for lessons after initially seeing my driving.Well i can only say within a week my test was booked for 6th August id had my first very upbeat assessment and lessons planned to suit. After 4 lessons the test arrived and i was over the moon to pass 1st time with 3 small faults…..Many many thanks Iain for a first class job well done !! You should become a teacher ! I can now drive myself everywhere Yippee !!! Gill P of Torquay August 09
Next is R.H 20 years of age and past his IAM (Institute of Advance motoring ) test with flying colours in Sept 09:
“Where do you start if you have had several accidents in the first couple of years of driving and insurance companies are going to charge lots of dosh even on an older model ? Well i found “My driving ambition” based in Paignton on the IAM registered instructor page and set up my first assessment in July.The immediate thing you notice is just how relaxed and confidence inspiring Iain is ; his encouragement and enthusiasm are always there even when i keep making those habit mistakes.Having past my driving test a couple of years ago its amazing how quickly you can forget some things !!!! I was lent the IAM “How to be a better driver” which we used out on some of the most exciting / interesting routes- i can say it was hard work but very enjoyable getting new skills to make me a safer driver. Thanks loads Iain.”