Hi, I'm Deb James, the owner of Hills 2 Ocean Driver Training. I am dedicated to empowering parents with the tools and knowledge to confidently guide their teens on the journey to becoming skilled and safe drivers. Our mission is to ensure that learner drivers develop strong, confident driving abilities by experiencing a wide range of driving situations—led by parents who are equipped with the same techniques and insights as professional instructors. In addition, we offer one-on-one driving lessons reinforcing the entire driving journey.
Why How You Teach Shapes How They Drive
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Hi there Confident Driving Coach Reader How are your drives going lately? I hope you've been able to hit the road and soak up some valuable lesson time, especially if you're fortunate enough to be enjoying this glorious Queensland sunshine! There’s something about a blue-sky day that makes even the trickiest roundabout feel a little more manageable, right? Whether you’re steadily building up those logbook hours or just easing into your first few drives, I’m so proud of the intention you're bringing to this journey. You're not just teaching your teen to drive, you’re coaching them toward calm, capable, and confident independence. 🔑 Parent Tip of the Week“The Right Approach” It’s Not Just What You Teach… It’s HowIt’s easy to focus on the road rules and forget that how you communicate those rules matters just as much, if not more. Here’s how to strengthen your coaching approach: 🧭 Coach-Mode > Critic-Mode 🧘 Pause – Breathe – Speak 🤝 Side-by-Side Reflection “What did you notice about that turn?” It builds their self-awareness and positions you as a thinking partner, not a judge. 🎉 Tiny Wins = Big Confidence 🧠 RoadMAP Reminder: 📅 What’s Happening This Week on our Socials:
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Need help planning your test window? Just reply, I’ll guide you through it. 🛑 Final Gear-Shift: Calm Coaches Create Calm DriversBeing a Confident Driving Coach isn’t about knowing everything. It’s about modelling calm curiosity. Every time you pause, ask instead of assume, and celebrate the small wins, you’re building your teen’s inner coach for life after the L-Plates. Keep going! One calm, connected drive at a time. With you all the way, Deb James |
Hills 2 Ocean Driver Training
Hi, I'm Deb James, the owner of Hills 2 Ocean Driver Training. I am dedicated to empowering parents with the tools and knowledge to confidently guide their teens on the journey to becoming skilled and safe drivers. Our mission is to ensure that learner drivers develop strong, confident driving abilities by experiencing a wide range of driving situations—led by parents who are equipped with the same techniques and insights as professional instructors. In addition, we offer one-on-one driving lessons reinforcing the entire driving journey.
Hi Reader Emergencies on the road; they’re the moments we hope never happen… but the truth is, they’re part of being a licensed driver and that’s exactly why preparing your teen before something goes wrong is one of the most powerful lessons you can give them. This week is all about helping you feel calm and equipped to walk your teen through those “what if” scenarios, so they’re not left panicking or worse, freezing when something unexpected happens. 🛑 Parent Tip: Teach Calm Before the Chaos...
Hello there Confident Driving Coach Reader Let’s be real for a moment.Teaching your teen to drive can feel like a lot. Between juggling work, family, and life’s curveballs; it’s no wonder that even with the best intentions, driving time can get pushed to the side. So if you've been thinking: “We just don’t have time” “It’s too overwhelming” “They’re not ready... and maybe I’m not either” Please know—you’re not alone. These are normal, valid feelings. But they don’t have to be the end of the...
Hi Reader Some of the greatest moments I’ve ever had with my boys weren’t planned. They weren’t fancy family trips or milestone celebrations… They were in the car. Just us, travelling somewhere, side by side. That’s where the real chats happened. That’s where I heard their biggest fears, their funniest stories, and their quietest dreams. And interestingly, research shows I’m not alone. Studies tell us that boys often feel more comfortable sharing during side-by-side conversations, rather than...