- Driving school
Licensed under the Motor Vehicle Act
Class 4, 5/7
Unlock Your Freedom: Embark on the Road to Confidence with Wheel Good Driving School – The Kootenays top choice for class 4 and 5/7 driver training.
Open: 7 days bi-weekly
16
Years Experience
- Driving is a skill
What Makes Us Different
We understand that everyone has different needs and learning styles, which is why we offer tailored driving lessons to fit your specific needs. Whether you need to brush up on your skills or are a complete beginner, we can help.
Our comprehensive driving curriculum covers everything you need to know to become a safe and confident driver. We cover topics such as defensive driving, traffic laws, and road safety.
Everyone has different schedules and commitments. Because of this, we offer training 7 days bi-weekly; and the freedom to book your own dates and times right at your finger tips.
Wheel Good Driving School is a leader in professional driver training and are set apart from other businesses by the experience and certifications our facility and instructors hold. We strive to bring professional driver education to all individuals no matter the experience level our customers have.
Meet The Instructor
Colin Parent
As a former owner of a trucking company, I have over 2.5 million kilometers of commercial driving experience and was previously teaching MELT certified Class 1 practical and Air Brake theory. Compared to other driving schools, I am considered to be overqualified for the work that I currently do as a Class 4, 5/7 instructor. I have dedicated 16 years of my life to driving and have adopted an immense amount of knowledge and skills necessary to become a competent driver. I find great pleasure in passing my experience and knowledge on to you in hopes that you become the best driver you can be.
Certified In:
MELT - 1, 2, 3, 4, 5/7 and GLP (Practical)
Air Brake (Theory)
Vehicle:
2023 Toyota Tacoma Premium
Transmission:
Automatic
Teaching:
Class 5/7
Class 4
Experience
- 16 Years Professional Driving
- 12 years driving Class 1
- Winch Tractor, Hauling Oil Rigs
- 48ft Dump Trailer, Hauling Steel
- Live Floor - Hog Fuel
- B-Train - Hauling Wood Products
- Lo-Boy Transporting equiptment & Bridges
- Hi-Boy - Hauling anything that can fit on the trailer across Canada, and the United States
Meet The Vehicle
Toyota Tacoma
2023 Toyota Tacoma is considered to be a mid-sized vehicle (similar to an SUV). We find using this type of vehicle is not only the most safe, but also gives you the confidence and ability to be able to operate a small car, or big truck.
We are adamant that our vehicle is well-maintained, ensuring your safety and comfort during your driving lessons. Our training vehicle has also been equipped with dual controls, allowing your instructor to take control of the vehicle at any time, if necessary.
Benefits of training in a Tacoma
- Mid-size vehicles are more safe than a small car
- Gain confidence operating various sized vehicles
- Better visibility
- CHOOSE YOUR PLAN
Driving Lesson Packages
These courses include the usage of a Wheel Good Driving School Ltd. vehicle and includes all costs associated with operating the vehicle such as insurance, fuel, and maintenance.
Assessment
Class 5/7-
90 Minutes
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Pre-Trip
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Driving Assessment
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Debrief
3 Lesson Package
Class 5/7-
90 Minutes
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Pre-Trip
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Drive
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Debrief
-This package is aimed at someone with reasonable driving experience and is wanting to polish up on their knowledge/skills. Great for someone that is capable of absorbing knowledge at a fast pace.
-Includes a $50 discount on a Road Test Rental and a free hat on your last lesson.
5 Lesson Package
Class 5/7-
90 Minutes
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Pre-Trip
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Drive
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Debrief
-This package is a more relaxed version of the 3 lesson package and includes a more in-depth curriculum. It is great for someone that has moderate driving experience and has access to a vehicle for regular practice sessions in between lessons.
-Includes a $50 discount on a Road Test Rental and a free hoodie on your last lesson.
8 Lesson Package
class 5/7-
90 Minutes
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Pre-Trip
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Drive
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Debrief
-This package is perfect for a beginner with little to no driving experience and includes a very in-depth curriculum. These lessons are a nice slow pace for beginners to learn every aspect of driving at their own leisure and must have access to a vehicle for regular practice sessions in between lessons.
-Includes a $50 discount on a Road Test Rental and a free hat & hoodie on your last lesson.
Road Test Rental
Warm Up and Road Test-
120 Minutes
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60 Minute Warm Up
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Road Test
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Debrief
Class 4
single lesson purchases-
180 Minutes
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Commercial Pre-Trip
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Driving Assessment
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Debrief
Check out our Merchandise
You can pick up merchandise at the time of your lesson or test!
Tan Hat / Maroon Hoodie
$25 / $50
Mint Hat / Sapphire Hoodie
$25 / $50
Tan Hat / Black Hoodie
$25 / $50
WG Decals
$2
- FAQ
Popular Questions
NOTE: Lessons with Wheel Good Driving School Ltd DO NOT guarantee a pass on the ICBC road test. Test results are strictly based off of driver performance on test day.
Need to cancel? No problem! We require a minimum 48 hour notice prior to lesson start time, otherwise the lesson will be charged in full. Reason being, it is very difficult to fill that spot last minute.
Please refer to your confirmation email that was sent to you to change/cancel your appointment.
If you need to cancel a road test, please give ICBC 72 hours notice so you can have enough time to avoid ICBC’s 48-hour cancellation deadline. Otherwise, ICBC may charge you a $25 cancellation fee.
From October 1st to April 30th we run directional studded winter tires which maximize traction in the snow, and on ice. The vehicle is also equipped with traction control, stability control, ABS, and 4 wheel drive, which allows us to maintain control in the worst of conditions.
Is there 1 foot of snow on the road? Are the roads covered in black ice? Sounds like the perfect day to learn how to drive with a professional by your side.
2023 Toyota Tacoma is considered to be a mid-sized vehicle (similar to an SUV). We find using this type of vehicle is not only the most safe, but also gives you the confidence and ability to be able to operate a small car, or big truck.
We always make sure our vehicles are well-maintained, ensuring your safety and comfort during your driving lessons. They are also equipped with dual controls, allowing your instructor to take control of the vehicle if necessary.
Use of the Wheel Good training vehicle for the ICBC road test is available only with instructor approval. If the student has provided significant notice (4 weeks minimum) to the instructor of the road test date and time, then Wheel Good will attempt to make the training vehicle available for the road test.
Road tests must be in Cranbrook, BC for use of the instruction vehicle.
It is recommended that students test in the vehicle they have had the most practice in.
“Can I ask for different merchandise that was offered in the package that I purchased?” Yes! You definitely can. Depending on what you are after, it might just cost you a little extra for the upgrade!
Wheel Good Driving School takes pride in the quality we offer our customers; that’s why we are supplying a cool/comfortable look at an unbeatable price.
We did not design our merchandise to make money off of you; we just hope that you will enjoy wearing what we have to offer and help support local business.
Join the WG community!
Decals $2 (1 free decal with clothing purchase)
Hats $25
Hoodies $50
We hope you have a Wheel Good day!
Proudly Supporting All Local Driving Schools
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(Class 1 – MELT, 2, 3)
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Highcountry Driving School
Motorcycle
(Class 6, 8)
Bill Roberts
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Car
(Class 5, 7)
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Kootenay Driving Academy
