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Hi I'm Chris, I am a fully qualified Government Approved Driving Instructor (ADI) and I am passionate about road safety.

I am a local instructor living in South Elmsall along with my Wife, Ali and our son, Jake. I love where I live as the people are genuine and extremely friendly. I have a great knowledge of the area which means that I can identify areas to get the best out of the lesson, so the pupil feels they are getting real value for money.

I became a driving instructor because I wanted a job with real satisfaction and there is nothing better than seeing someone pass their test first time. I love the fact that teaching someone to drive can change their life for the better and open up so many doors for their future. It gives people independence.

Having spent 20 years plus in the retail industry working for Asda and more recently Morrison’s I have always believed that legendary customer service needs to be at the heart of everything we do. I have held various roles throughout my previous career helping to coach and develop colleagues to fulfil their potential through coaching and listening to what people want.

I was fortunate to be trained by LDC in the latest adult coaching and training techniques so you can be assured the training I give will be of the highest standard.

After all the help and support from LDC the time has now come for me to develop my business further by going independent. I will continue to offer high quality, client centered driving lessons in a Covid-19 safe environment to all my future pupils

Lessons are always conducted in a calm, friendly and relaxed manner as I passionately believe in making pupils feel at ease during lessons. 
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My current training vehicle is a 2016 Mini One fitted with a 1.5 diesel engine and Dual Controls for your piece of mind when it comes to your safety.  The car is really well laid out with clear controls that are easy to reach and understand.  The car is very well equipped including:-

  • Power Steering
  • Dual Controls
  • Cloth Seats with Height Adjustment
  • Electric Windows and Mirrors
  • Auto Lights and Wipers
If you would like any more information about the car or, would just like to arrange a time to have a go to see if it suits your needs, then please feel free to contact me on 07711 144617. 
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 Absolutely brilliant instructor, couldn't fault you at all got me test ready in no time and was easy to find on Facebook had no issues with being able to get in touch and was always a quick reply. Thankyou for everything you've done helping me pass first time with ZERO FAULTS!!!!!! 

Callum Hirst

 First Time Pass!!!! You were really efficient and always ensured we worked on things that I felt least confident on. You always believe in me when I lacked confidence and that showed on my test date because I passed with ZERO FAULTS!!!! You had a lot of patience for me though-out the months. Thanks so much again 

Annie Briggs

 Chris was an incredible driving instructor for the time that I was with him from before the lockdowns and throughout all of helping to make sure that I learn all the parts of driving efficiently and making sure that the environment was safe, friendly, and enjoyable. he made sure that no questions that I asked were silly and would answer them. he also made sure that the training was to your pace of how fast that you needed to learn. He made sure to suit your schedule as much as possible and made sure you was confident with what you are doing inside of the the car. This helped made sure that i passed my test first time around and i would recommend him to any future clients that he has. 

Alex Mattock
     

 Wow! Where do I start! After learning to drive on and off for the past few years with 4 different driving instructors! I can truthfully say Chris is the the absolute best! From the get go he made me feel so at ease, as someone who gets very anxious he never gave up on me! Every lesson was a pleasure & even when I wanted to give up he believed in me. Thankyou so much Chris for giving me the freedom I now have! I really could not have done it without you! Thanks again! 😁 

Emma Hannan
     

 I've had lessons with Chris for a few months. He's always been very helpful and quick to answer messages you send and has been very organised when it comes to lesson times. Out on the road I've found Chris to be a very patient and informative instructor, always giving constructive criticism when needed and praising you on the things your doing well. Chris has always been on time to lessons with very clean car which I've found to be easy and intuitive to operate. Because of this I have managed to get a first-time pass. 

Caleb Small

 Chris is a 10/10 driving instructor who you can chill out and have a laugh with and a chat but also be able to be serious and get you through your test. In his lessons I always felt like I had control of what I did and it made me feel more at ease when going into my test and now makes me more confident going alone onto the roads. He makes sure he will have you every step of the way and with Chris there is no silly questions. Overall, he is 10/10 person and instructor and I’m glad I made the choice to learn with him. 

Liam Verelst
     

 PASSED FIRST TIME😊😊😊 Really good instructor helped me understand and get more confident in his and my own car. Would recommend to anyone who wanted an instructor. 

Callum
     

 At Last!!!!!! After a painful year and a half (cheers Covid-19,) people trying to tell me I need to look in my mirrors I finally passed my test, I had only failed once previously so this is a big achievement. Thank you so much Chris the experience has been amazing! Recommended and 5* 

Liam Sutton
     

 Passed 1st time 😊😊😊 Would really recommend Chris if you're looking for a driving instructor. Helped me to pass first time after 5 months of lessons, the LDC system lets you control your own learning and Chris really helps you to work on weaknesses and improve. Chris is patient and explains everything well! You get access to resources for your theory test as well. Highly recommend and thank you!! 

Joe Clayton

 Passed 😊😊😊 Chris has been the most supportive driving instructor I could have asked for. I have had 2 previous driving instructors and felt like I was getting nowhere with them whereas with Chris I have passed within 6 months! At the beginning I was a nervous driver and did not enjoy lessons, they would make me so nervous but within these past 6 months I have enjoyed them as I could feel myself getting so much more confident driving and that is all thanks to Chris! Thanks Chris you have been the best!!👏🏻 

Leah Casey
     

 Passed 1st time 😊😊😊 HIGHLY recommended!!! Absolutely brilliant instructor, I passed this afternoon 1st time with 3 minors. 😁 Very supportive, plenty of patience and has a laugh to keep you calm. He is good at explaining things totally understandable! Had an all-round brilliant experience learning with you Chris mate, top guy!! I was a bag a nerves coming up to my test and also when I started my first few lessons! He just makes you feel at ease and relaxed. Thank you so much for everything! Appreciated! 😀 🚗👍 

Aiden Barker
     

 Top instructor and great course content. 100% recommended to everyone. 

Charlie

 Passed 1st time 😊😊😊 Just passed my test in Pontefract thanks to the fantastic teaching skills of Chris. Chris is friendly and patient and has enabled me to become a calm and confident driver. I have very much enjoyed our lessons and would highly recommend Chris as he explains everything in an easy-to-understand way and has made learning to drive a positive experience for me. Many thanks again for helping me pass first time. 

George Burford
     

 Passed 1st time 😊😊😊 A massive thank you to Chris I had an amazing time learing with you, passed 1st time (with only 1 fault) I am mass happy with that 😀. Chris is an amazing instructor always kept me calm and helped me build my confidence I would highly recommend to anyone. He is extremely calm and patient and I have really enjoyed learning to drive with you. Thanks again Chris for helping me pass 1st time and helping me feeling confident and safe driving. Would highly recommend LDC and Chris to anyone looking to learn, with the use of the LDC workbook and Chris's help I managed to pass my theory test 1st time as well. Thank you so much Chris 

Vicky Davey
     

 Passed 😊😊😊 I cannot thank Chris enough for helping me learn to drive. My confidence was horrible, and I feared everything, but he helped me build it up and get driving. Even after nearly losing my father in May and him being in intensive care for 9 weeks, he kept encouraging me to stay positive and focused and even with me losing my mother-in-law a few week ago he helped me to stay focused. I cannot recommend Chris enough even when I was having little fights with myself and doubting my judgement Chris stayed calm and helped me to choose the right course of action. He is an amazing man and driving instructor and I know anyone who has lessons with him will become a confident driver like me. Thank you so much Chris 😃 

Alison Hemsworth
     

 Passed 1st time 😊😊😊 Just want to say a massive thank you for helping me pass my driving test. A brilliant driving instructor who helped me all the way and overall a nice man. Thanks for everything. 

Thomas Roebuck
     

 Passed 1st time 😊😊😊 Had an amazing time learning with Chris, passed 1st time (with only 3 faults) I am over the moon, always kept me calm and made me feel confident. Thanks, so much Chris you are an amazing instructor and I’m going to miss learning with you!!! 

Emily Phillips
     

 Passed 1st time 😊😊😊 Chris has been an amazing and supportive instructor, who I would highly recommend to anyone. He is extremely calm, and patient and I have really enjoyed learning to drive with him. The LDC system was a massive help, and the book was helpful. Thanks, Chris, for helping me pass 1st time and helping me feeling confident and safe driving. 

Megan Phillips
     

 Passed 1st time 😊😊😊 I highly recommend Chris to be your driving instructor. He took me for not being able to drive passing my test first time. He is incredibly patient and has a fantastic attitude to teaching. I genuinely cannot thank him enough for all his help. 5 stars! 

Jordan Hartshorne
     

 Passed 1st time 😊😊😊 I just want to thank Chris for helping me pass my test, what an amazing instructor, so calm and patient yet so encouraging and fills your confidence, didn’t have one nerve going into my test today, an absolute pleasure to have as an instructor, would highly recommend, thanks again Chris 👍🏻 

Matty Watting
     

 Passed 😊😊😊 Learning with Chris was brilliant, I’ve gone through a few instructors and in only a few short lessons I’d passed with Chris, LDC is definitely the way to go. Their approach is incredible and you simply can’t go wrong with them. Would recommend Chris to anyone looking to learn in the future. 

Chris Jackson
     

 What an experience!!!!! Well what can a say Chris is a superb driving instructor and an amazing bloke if he can help me pass with only 2 driver faults, he can get anyone through their lessons and test. He is very patient and knowledgeable the car is super easy to drive so makes everything 100x easier when it comes to doing a lesson. Price is great especially the block lessons which is affordable, and it makes it easier to do a couple of hours at a time instead of having to just have a single lesson here and there. The LDC System is super helpful especially when it came to helping me pass my theory everything you need to know about driving is on there, highly recommend Chris to anyone wanting to take their lessons to get on the road. Many thanks again for all your help and support Chris. 

Brandon Hazel
     

 Passed 😊😊😊 I saw this yellow car driving around in the area and thought I want to have a drive of it. So, I took the offer what he was advertising 5 lessons for £99. Chris came out to meet me and went over everything he did, I could not wait to get started. I'd already booked my theory and had a plan in my head when I wanted to be passed by and Chris was very accommodating with this. I have enjoyed my lessons with Chris, we’ve had a laugh at time, but he always has been so professional at his job. He got me through my test with only 2 minors and I cannot thank him enough for that. Chris is very polite, punctual and I wish him all the best in his new career. 

Jack Watson
     

 Smashed it😊😊😊 After spending 8 months with Chris I have passed my test. I would recommend Chris to anybody wanting to learn to drive as he is supportive and has the patience of a saint. When I came to Chris, I had already received 10 hours’ worth of lessons from an independent instructor and I felt like I was getting nowhere and my money was being wasted, I started to feel that I no longer wanted to drive in the future... and then Chris came to the rescue. He helped me through my hardest of struggles when tackling my driving and always gave me the choice of what I wanted to learn during lessons. He also provided advice and material towards me doing my theory exam. Chris is a brilliant instructor, and you will pass confidently after learning with him. 

Taya Price
     

 Passed 1st Time 😊😊😊 Chris was a fantastic instructor from start to finish. His methods are great, his way of explaining situations and what we were doing made a huge difference to me. I chose my own path of how I wanted to learn and what I wanted to do each week and he backed me and supported me 10000%, he did his best to accommodate me as i worked shifts. He was always at the end of the phone if i had a problem. Would recommend. The workbook and app are both fantastic, 2nd to none, and helped me loads. The theory and hazard perception tests are a really good idea too and helpful. Overall LDC are the best driving school around in my opinion. 

Martin Taylor
     

 Passed 1st Time Chris was fantastic instructor, very calm and professional, always safety conscious and always pushing me to develop my skills further. I did not get on well with the learning book in terms of the post lesson evaluation due to my own learning style but found the progress chart extremely helpful. Chris is brilliant, and I fully believe he contributed massively to my 1st time pass. I Would highly recommend!!!! 

Tara Kellet
     

 Nailed it!!!! I passed my test in June thanks to Chris. I found the lessons much more positive with him than with my previous instructors. He not only developed my driving skills and knowledge to pass my test, but also helped me overcome my anxiety. He was very patient with me and my little tantrums and he never gave up. He always found the positives. I have since recommended Chris to my family and friends and will continue to do so. Thank you for everything you have done. It was so much more than just passing my test. 😊 

Emma Louise Ellis
     

 Chris was very friendly & I felt confident whilst under instruction. I had previously taken my test but failed, I was disappointed and losing confidence in myself but Chris made me feel confident again and assured me I was good enough and confident to pass. Well done to me and well done to Chris. I'm looking forward to the future and hope Chris feels the same. P.S. Passing my test has changed my life in a big way. Thanks to Chris Thickett. 

Corey Lee Ecclestone
     

 I would highly recommend Chris to anyone who is looking to learn to drive, I came from having no knowledge or confidence on the road but with Chris he made me feel comfortable, was always patient with me and has great knowledge which allowed me to thrive and pass my test first time with only 4 minors. Chris always responded to my messages quickly, answering any questions I had in-between lessons and always did his best to fit my lessons to my schedule as well as his. Couldn't recommend enough! 

Skye Inns

 Can’t thank Chris enough for his helpful and supportive teaching, I wouldn’t have been able to pass first time without his constant encouragement and keeping me thinking positively. Thanks again Chris! 

Bethany Yeadon

 "I have really enjoyed learning with Chris. He is patient and friendly and he always answered my questions with clear explanations. His encouragement really improved my confidence, which helped me pass first time. Thank you Chris!" ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 

Lucy Clayton
     

 I would highly recommend Chris, helped me learn to drive from a complete novice to passing my test. Chris was extremely patient and relaxed letting you progress at your own pace, explain everything clearly and didn't get frustrated when I made mistakes. Extremely punctual and had great communication so I was always in the know (especially throughout the pandemic). Has a genuine passion for what he does and goes out of his way to put his students first. Can't thank him enough!!! 

Harry Gidman
     

 I would like to say a massive thank you to Chris for helping me through my driving experience, its been a pleasure having you as my instructor and you’ve helped me gained the confidence I needed, I would 100% recommend Chris, he’s patient and the best at helping you reach your goal which is passing your test, again thank you ever so much!!!! 

Ebony Mothershaw
     
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