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TOENHEEL said:
Hi guys just trying to find information about the fast track course???? has anybody used this course?? what is involved etc?? Im only 21 and really keen to do this.
What fast track course? Could you provide a link???The "nomal" way to join is via a local group, this provides you with the number of runs required for you to reach test standard. For the fee (about £80) you get a book "Advanced Driving", the testpaid for, 1st years membership and some money goes to the group.
I suppose compared to learning on you rown, this could be considered fast track.
Hope this helps,
Martin
TOENHEEL said:
Hi guys just trying to find information about the fast track course????
All I know is the Skill for Life enrollment form has a Fast Track option for....wait for it......
£320
I would not touch that.
I can only imagine you get some concentrated training with a Fleet trainer.
I see no reason to accelerate the course for this cost?
Vaux said:
TOENHEEL said:
Hi guys just trying to find information about the fast track course????
All I know is the Skill for Life enrollment form has a Fast Track option for....wait for it......
£320
I would not touch that.
I can only imagine you get some concentrated training with a Fleet trainer.
I see no reason to accelerate the course for this cost?
The IAM Skill for Life scheme which provides training through a local 'group' for £65 all-in for those under 26 is amazing value. However, you should be aware that the training is provided by amateurs known as 'Observers' rather than by professional advanced driving instructors. Some of us Observers are quite good, others are not so good, though all must be qualified as Advanced Drivers themselves and will have had some training in how to pass on their skills.
Typically, the course will involve six to ten sessions with an Observer. This gives you the opportunity to practise between Observed Drives, which is a good way to build up your skills.
The Fast Track scheme uses professional instructors. As such the quality of the instruction will probably be better, and you will learn more in a given number of hours training.
If you are time rich and money poor, I agree with the recommendation of Skill for Life.
Typically, the course will involve six to ten sessions with an Observer. This gives you the opportunity to practise between Observed Drives, which is a good way to build up your skills.
The Fast Track scheme uses professional instructors. As such the quality of the instruction will probably be better, and you will learn more in a given number of hours training.
If you are time rich and money poor, I agree with the recommendation of Skill for Life.
supermono said:
TOENHEEL said:
Hi guys just trying to find information about the fast track course???? has anybody used this course?? what is involved etc?? Im only 21 and really keen to do this.
First thing to check -- can you change gear in shorts?SM
Should I practise this?
You obviously think this of relevance.
Supermono can probably change gear whilst wearing a tutu and ballet shoes. An awsome sight to behold no doubt. 
It's not a requirement for the IAM as far as I know. RoSPA don't require you to wear long trousers either, so go for any advanced driving you can get. You'll come away knowing more than when you started. Good luck
It's not a requirement for the IAM as far as I know. RoSPA don't require you to wear long trousers either, so go for any advanced driving you can get. You'll come away knowing more than when you started. Good luck
iam.org.uk said:
Skill for Life Fast Track provides individuals with the opportunity to take professional training in preparation for the IAM Advanced Driving Test, and then go on to take the Test and gain IAM membership.
It’s very flexible. The training can take place where it is mutually most convenient for candidate and trainer, even at weekends or from the candidate’s work place.
It is designed for individuals who do not have the time to commit to the "normal" route to achieve the IAM Advanced Driving Test of observed runs via local IAM Groups.
The cost is £320 and this includes:
Advanced Driver Training from an IAM Fleet Professional Driving Trainer on a one-driver-to-one-trainer basis.
This can be either two half days (recommended, in order to give some time for practice in-between), or one full day.
A copy of the IAM Advanced Driving Manual
Entry into the IAM Advanced Test
The first year’s subscription as an Associate of the IAM (upgraded to Full Membership if the test is passed within 12-months).
Interesting. So, if someone was thinking about doing the RideDrive one day course for around the same price, would they be better doing this, are both similar? Or perhaps just do both!It’s very flexible. The training can take place where it is mutually most convenient for candidate and trainer, even at weekends or from the candidate’s work place.
It is designed for individuals who do not have the time to commit to the "normal" route to achieve the IAM Advanced Driving Test of observed runs via local IAM Groups.
The cost is £320 and this includes:
Advanced Driver Training from an IAM Fleet Professional Driving Trainer on a one-driver-to-one-trainer basis.
This can be either two half days (recommended, in order to give some time for practice in-between), or one full day.
A copy of the IAM Advanced Driving Manual
Entry into the IAM Advanced Test
The first year’s subscription as an Associate of the IAM (upgraded to Full Membership if the test is passed within 12-months).
Zeek said:
iam.org.uk said:
Skill for Life Fast Track provides individuals with the opportunity to take professional training in preparation for the IAM Advanced Driving Test, and then go on to take the Test and gain IAM membership.
It’s very flexible. The training can take place where it is mutually most convenient for candidate and trainer, even at weekends or from the candidate’s work place.
It is designed for individuals who do not have the time to commit to the "normal" route to achieve the IAM Advanced Driving Test of observed runs via local IAM Groups.
The cost is £320 and this includes:
Advanced Driver Training from an IAM Fleet Professional Driving Trainer on a one-driver-to-one-trainer basis.
This can be either two half days (recommended, in order to give some time for practice in-between), or one full day.
A copy of the IAM Advanced Driving Manual
Entry into the IAM Advanced Test
The first year’s subscription as an Associate of the IAM (upgraded to Full Membership if the test is passed within 12-months).
Interesting. So, if someone was thinking about doing the RideDrive one day course for around the same price, would they be better doing this, are both similar? Or perhaps just do both!It’s very flexible. The training can take place where it is mutually most convenient for candidate and trainer, even at weekends or from the candidate’s work place.
It is designed for individuals who do not have the time to commit to the "normal" route to achieve the IAM Advanced Driving Test of observed runs via local IAM Groups.
The cost is £320 and this includes:
Advanced Driver Training from an IAM Fleet Professional Driving Trainer on a one-driver-to-one-trainer basis.
This can be either two half days (recommended, in order to give some time for practice in-between), or one full day.
A copy of the IAM Advanced Driving Manual
Entry into the IAM Advanced Test
The first year’s subscription as an Associate of the IAM (upgraded to Full Membership if the test is passed within 12-months).
i'd go ride drive, some here wouldn't and no doubt they'll explain that. i'd see iam as a step to other more interesting things but it doesn't have to be like that, you don’t need iam to do the others but it might give some understanding of the system of car control which aint that hard to learn, i did it [iam] 19 years ago along with rospa and haven't been a member for 18 years of either organization,
ride drive for me was like two people of a similar mind going for a drive with notes being passed between “working” both sides of the car, as was my two day drive with DP, there’s nothing wrong with iam, but their interpretation of the sign with a white circle and black stripe and mine are diametrically opposed as are other things like steering, hand positions and certain road positions where some people get incredibly anal, though I believe that some groups are more grown up about it than others.
Just for your info... There is not only the IAM. Contact ROSPA and see what they could do for you. I have taken both tests and found them both to be very similar. The main difference with ROSPA is that you can be graded - bronze, silver and gold (this is through my company's safer driving scheme but assume thay will grade anyone taking their test!)
I have yet to find out if either can be used to help reduce my insurance cost. When I buy my Cat or Westy I will let you know!
Nick.
PS If anyone knows of an insurance company that insures these cars AND gives a discount for advanced drivers please let me know!
I have yet to find out if either can be used to help reduce my insurance cost. When I buy my Cat or Westy I will let you know!
Nick.
PS If anyone knows of an insurance company that insures these cars AND gives a discount for advanced drivers please let me know!
So IAM Fleet are doing "Fast Track" now are they? Hmmmm.
£320!!?!?!?
My local Group also operates a "fast track". NOT to be confused with the £320 thing from IAM Fleet, then! We simply spot likely candidates and offer them a "fast track" day of training. This means instead of your six to ten drives you get one LONG one (a whole day in the car) done by one of our Senior Observers. The idea is that you might need one of more "polish" drives afterwards but you have learned all the exercises and theory in one day. The hope is that you get to test standard in a VASTLY reduced time. In fact....we might put you in for your test shortly or immediately after this one day event.
Personally I am not in favour. Having time to practice the exercises and have them checked up on a couple of weeks later a number of times seems like a much better way to actually change your driving habits. Its a format its easier for most people to manage with their diaries too (IMO).
Best of luck anyway..
£320!!?!?!?
My local Group also operates a "fast track". NOT to be confused with the £320 thing from IAM Fleet, then! We simply spot likely candidates and offer them a "fast track" day of training. This means instead of your six to ten drives you get one LONG one (a whole day in the car) done by one of our Senior Observers. The idea is that you might need one of more "polish" drives afterwards but you have learned all the exercises and theory in one day. The hope is that you get to test standard in a VASTLY reduced time. In fact....we might put you in for your test shortly or immediately after this one day event.
Personally I am not in favour. Having time to practice the exercises and have them checked up on a couple of weeks later a number of times seems like a much better way to actually change your driving habits. Its a format its easier for most people to manage with their diaries too (IMO).
Best of luck anyway..
Nicks100 said:
Just for your info... There is not only the IAM. Contact ROSPA and see what they could do for you. I have taken both tests and found them both to be very similar. The main difference with ROSPA is that you can be graded - bronze, silver and gold (this is through my company's safer driving scheme but assume thay will grade anyone taking their test!)
I have yet to find out if either can be used to help reduce my insurance cost. When I buy my Cat or Westy I will let you know!
Nick.
PS If anyone knows of an insurance company that insures these cars AND gives a discount for advanced drivers please let me know!
I got a discount from A. Manning for having IAM and a ROSPA Gold.I have yet to find out if either can be used to help reduce my insurance cost. When I buy my Cat or Westy I will let you know!
Nick.
PS If anyone knows of an insurance company that insures these cars AND gives a discount for advanced drivers please let me know!
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