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Training for New Drivers (Class 5)

Providing essential driving skills for new drivers to build confidence and practice safe driving

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Become a Better Driver with New Driver Education

Are you a new driver or need to brush up on your skills? Our driver’s ed classes are perfect for teaching defensive driving using the SAFER System. Many of our courses are available online, however, our in-vehicle new driver training is completed at our local Calgary driving school. For more information on each program, contact us today!

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Driver Training

CLASS 5 NEW DRIVER PROGRAM

Did you know that in Alberta you can do the 15-hour "in class" portion of the government-approved Class 5 Driver Training online? Just register and complete the course from anywhere, any time that works for you. Then, take your earned certificate with you to complete the in-vehicle training portion at our Calgary location... and enjoy the benefit of reduced insurance rates!

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TEACH YOUR TEEN TO DRIVE

This online “Teach Your Teen to Drive” course will take your teen further than just learning practical driving skills. Using the activities, special strategies and techniques we have developed, you can help enhance your teenager’s attitude and lifelong driving habits -- on your own personal teaching schedule.

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WINTER DRIVING AND SKID CONTROL

Excellent choice for people who want to get acquainted with driving in Calgary area winter weather conditions. Our driving instructors will help you learn to drive defensively on snowy, icy, and slushy roads. This course includes online and behind-the-wheel training. Students get to drive our custom skid-control vehicles at our Calgary driving school.

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SAFER Driver Programs

S.A.F.E.R. BASIC

This is the fundamental S.A.F.E.R. driving course to help you learn to be a defensive driver in Alberta. This informative and economical program includes skid control at our local Calgary driving school.


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S.A.F.E.R. PRO

This new driver training program expands on the basic driving programs by providing more time in the vehicle and additional track training, including skid control, emergency braking, collision avoidance and other essential track skills in Calgary, Alberta.

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S.A.F.E.R. PREMIUM

FSI Introduces the most comprehensive driver education program available in Calgary, Alberta. With training in the classroom and behind-the-wheel, our Calgary driving instructors will provide the student with the necessary knowledge, skill and experience to successfully drive in a busy city environment.

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Please contact us to register for any of these new driver courses today!

Driving guides for new drivers

SAFER Driving Acronym: What Each Letter Stands For

SAFER Driving Acronym: What Each Letter Stands For

June 25, 2024

What does SAFER stand for in driving? Learn what each letter of the SAFER acronym means in the SAFER system of defensive driving and how to apply it daily.

How to Improve Driving Skills: Basics to Advanced Techniques

How to Improve Driving Skills: Basics to Advanced Techniques

June 11, 2024

Improve your driving skills step by step, from basic vehicle control to the advanced driving techniques and expert maneuvers professional drivers use.

Effective Defensive Driving Techniques: Master the Skills to Improve Road Safety

Effective Defensive Driving Techniques: Master the Skills to Improve Road Safety

February 13, 2024

In this informative article, we will delve into several defensive driving techniques that can help enhance road safety, reduce the risk of collisions, and protect drivers, passengers, and other road users.

Defensive Driving Techniques for New Drivers: Mastering the Basics

Defensive Driving Techniques for New Drivers: Mastering the Basics

December 26, 2023

In this article, we will introduce some of the most important defensive driving techniques for new drivers. These techniques, while targeted at beginners, will serve as valuable reminders for even the most experienced drivers.