Busting Coaching Myths
If you ‘sometimes coach & sometimes instruct’ or have the belief that ‘I’m asking questions so I must be coaching’ or even ‘coaching is asking what they want to do’ […]
PDIADI | National Driving Instructor Development
If you ‘sometimes coach & sometimes instruct’ or have the belief that ‘I’m asking questions so I must be coaching’ or even ‘coaching is asking what they want to do’ […]
Let’s face it — no instructor likes receiving a complaint. Whether it’s fair or not, it stings. But here’s the truth: how you respond can make or break your business reputation, your confidence, and even your income. In this practical, face-to-face workshop, Kathy Higgins & Leanne Condliff will share proven strategies for handling complaints […]
Lesson Planning Simplified Workshop Discover how effective lesson planning goes far beyond a statement at the start of a session. This workshop shows you how planning permeates every minute of […]
Ever left a lesson thinking… “What if I’d handled that differently?” Risk management is at the heart of driver training — but are we really giving learners the chance to understand it, or just managing it for them? In this thought-provoking workshop, Kathy Higgins & Leanne Condliff will dive into the What Ifs of driving […]
In this workshop I explain how a Part 3 or Standards Check is similar / different to a normal driving lesson. Looking closely at where candidates can lose or gain […]
Knowing what to say is one thing — knowing when and how much to say is where the real skill lies. In this session, we’ll break down levels of instruction and how to use them effectively in real lessons. We’ll explore how to avoid over-coaching, support pupils at the right level, and help them move […]
As a Teacher of Science I will share with you how to bring classroom skills into the car as we now have a "moving classroom" Here we explore the different […]
How to Maximise Your Score on ADI Part 3 & Standards Checks If your Part 3 journey hasn’t gone to plan so far, you’re not alone—and this session is here […]
How to Create Constantly Adapting Lesson Plans One of the biggest differences between struggling candidates and successful instructors is the ability to adapt—confidently, naturally, and consistently. In this workshop, you’ll […]
Great lessons don’t just come from telling — they come from asking. The right question, at the right time, can unlock understanding, reveal gaps, and keep your learner engaged in their own progress. In this practical, interactive workshop, Kathy Higgins (written & introduced) and Leanne Condliff (delivered) will help you sharpen your questioning skills so […]