Just got my C licence first try . Couldn’t say enough about Advance Drive and their whole team .Excellent people and very informative and friendly. I had Dessie for my lessons and he was great. I never drove a truck before. He put me at ease and was really easy to listen too.got his points and information across very well and were easy to put in to practice .Top class instructor. Cant thank Dessie and the whole Advance Drive team enough.. Thanks.
April 26, 2021Galway

I would like to thank everyone in Advance Drive, A special thanks to Lee for giving me lessons and preparing me to pass test and I would like to thank Mike as he gave me 1 lesson before the test. Thank you so much And I'll be back soon for Artic licence 😇😇
October 22, 2024Galway

I Passed my Rigid Driving test the first time on the 29-11-16, Thanks to the excellent Team of Advance Drive Galway, Great tuition, First class! Highly recommended.
December 1, 2016Castlebar

I recently passed my BE trailer test. Coming as a complete beginner, Martin and the Advance Drive staff, were so accommodating when it came to lesson times, and booking the vehicle for the test, to passing my test first time! Completing the 7 hour course ensured a smooth, stress-free experience making sure I was prepared going into the test centre. Massive thanks to Martin, Aoife and the rest of the Advance Drive crew for making my towing experience a great one! I would recommend Advance Drive to anyone looking to get there BE category
February 18, 2026Co. Galway

I'd like to thank all at Advance drive for there constant support and guidance on completing the HGV, rigid truck course through GRETB, and Advance drive. Thanks to the front office team Aoife and Co. Thanks to Philip and Gerry and all the team excellent job great company all round and Thanks to all the forklift instructor's Mark and Tom. And especially to my driving instructors Martin and Dessie and a big Thanks to Dessie for getting me over the line with your relaxed informed composure and clear instructions throughout my last few lessons big shout to Dessie, Thanks a million. And a huge thanks to my instructor Mike for the hour lesson before my test he made me totally relaxed and gave me great confidence, a true Gentlemen and a great Ambassador for Advance drive. Kind regards To all at Advance drive. Highly recommended Conor Walsh
May 20, 2025Dunmore Co Galway

Great team Philip has put together 💪 they cover every aspect of training. Everyone is nice and friendly and top professional at what they do. Big thanks to Noel for the 20 hours of lessons in the rigid, I passed 1st time with all your help 💯👊 mirror's indicate repeat 😁😁 thanks to everyone on the team from Frank and Trevor on the forklift course nice one lads 💪, Tom on manual handling 📦😁, Ronald on cpc great communication 💯 Aoife always making sure we have everything ready organised and on time💯👊 and Gerry making sure everything and everyone getting it done 🫡 and everyone else I didn't mention thanks again 👊 Brian Feeney
August 11, 2023Galway

Thanks to Dezzie and Lee they are very Patient and help full I enjoyable experience guide you through each step of your journey and help you develop lifelong skills to make you a safer road user,very Professional Instructors and extremely helpful office staff to thank you so mush all the best.
February 13, 2019Galway

Brilliant service from the girls in office Emma and Aoife to instructors very professional set up. Instructors Anton and Noel were very knowledgeable and easily explained the process of testing. Thanks to them i passed my Category C rigid first time. A brilliant service from start to finish. Would highly recommend the service if going for your test.
May 5, 2021Galway

Passed my truck test first go!! Aoife you’re a legend sorting the times and days for everything. Anton, Noel and Dessie can’t thank you guys enough. Made me so relaxed and comfortable driving. Methods you guys teach and the professionalism shown is out on its own!! Can’t thank you guys enough.
November 30, 2021Galway

Just wanted to thank both Philip & Micheal for the highly professional, freindly service they provide. I passed my C with no problems, will defiantly be back for D & E in the near future. Couldn't recommend them highly enough, thanks again lads.
April 28, 2014 Neil Gavin

Hi all. I passed my cpc bus practical walk around test today in galway.. I want to thank aoife and Carla at the desk in the office for setting all up for me..Thank to my instructor Dessie who went over everything before hand with me in the pouring rain.. his help assured me and put me at ease and gave me the confidence to do well and pass.. Thanks again to advance drive.
November 14, 2025

Excellent service throughout. From initial consultation with the office through to the lessons Advance drive were brilliant. My instructor Dessie was 1st rate. His attention to detail and instruction in my lessons was excellent. Would Highly recommend Advance drive to anyone considering taking a licence/test.
March 22, 2019Galway

As an experienced driver with over 10 years experience in the US, I thought driving lessons were going to be a total waste of time. However, my experience working with Alan was nothing short of fantastic! Alan showed himself to be well-suited to teaching/instructive environments and tasks as he made lessons fun, engaging, and demonstrated a high degree of competence in both correcting bad habits of mine and even teaching me some new things without me becoming anxious or frustrated. Additionally, Advance Drive itself was incredibly accommodating with it's selection of dates and times suitable for a working professional such as myself. After passing the test on my first try with minimal issue, I cannot recommend them enough. 10 out of 10!
July 27, 2026Galway

Passed my category b driving test on the first go. Would highly recommend advance drive, both instructors I had were great, when I first came to advance drive I had no driving experience at all and through their patience and encouragement I managed to get my license.
October 6, 2021Galway

Passed my rigid truck test Tuesday, big thanks to advance drive and Philip, And my instructor Anton
May 11, 2022Athlone

All praise to phillip and advance drive for helping me through my driving test in athlone. ec licence ps.sweating buckets cheers
April 30, 2014cedric burke

Definately recommend Advanced Drive, had a few lessons with Philip and passed first time round. Great instructor, made it easy!
April 28, 2014Darren Greaney

Massive thanks to advance drive for all there help. Noel and Aoife went above and beyond to help me pass my bus driving test on my first try. Noel was a great instructor overall a great experience.
December 20, 2021Galway

Passed my test today and I cannot recommend Noel enough! He was extremely patient and reassuring and helps you gain the confidence to drive! Emma at the office was so lovely and answered any questions I had with regards to payments and lessons. I’m recommending Advance Drive to all my friends! Thank you!
January 25, 2021

Michael and Philip are a super team. You get experience mixed with youth and all angles covered. They were always on time for lessons and know the routes involved in the test in great detail. I passed my bus test thanks to their support and encouragement. Strongly recommend them.
April 28, 2014Kieran Skerritt

I highly recommend Dezzie at Advance Drive who prepared me extreamly well for my driving test. I passed the Artic test first time. I can’t speak highly enough of the professional team at Advance Drive.
November 6, 2020

I have just completed my "C" Truck Licence and passed on the first attempt, thanks to PJ Dunne who is a phenomenal Truck Driving Instructor: Also I had great support and assistance in preparing for my CPC practical. The structure of the lessons are second to none. I really like the fact that I had a pre test hour before my test on the day, which prepared me well and settled my nerves ! I cant thank PJ enough, and the Advance team, who were extremely accommodating when booking my lessons, which often had to be re-scheduled due to my work load. I will be preparing to commit to my D licence in the Autumn with the Advance Team in Galway. Many thanks to all. Sass O Flynn
July 19, 2022Galway

Received some excellent tuition from Philip in preparation for my EB licence, which I passed first time.
April 28, 2014Michael M

I had a great driving instructor in Dezzie to help me pass and get a D licence, also Aoife in the office go raibh míle maith agaibh
September 17, 2019Conamara

I done a 10 week course with advance drive and found it very professional and helpful in many ways. I just done my bus test and cpc test this morning and passed it the first time with just 1 grade 1 fault. The tutors and driving instructors were so helpful informative and brilliant I'd highly reccomend them.
February 1, 2022

Couldn’t recommend the team at advance drive enough, from the word go they were a pleasure to deal with, as for Pj the man has the patience of a saint! Thanks again lads.
September 26, 2022

Thanks to Dezzie, and all at Advance Drive for helping with my Artic Truck test passed first time. Were very easy to deal with and would definitely recommend to anyone.
September 15, 2023Galway

Noel was patient and prudent. He instructed me well. I was low on confidence when it came to driving, but within the first few classes, I was comfortable enough with him to overcome that fear. I highly recommend him as an instructor because he starts from the basics and covers all the necessary detail to become a good driver.
January 5, 2021Galway

Passed my truck test with the help of instructor Martin from advance drive, my experience dealing with advance was excellent from Start to finish - Aoife and her team are some operators to get the lessons at short notice and test sorted, The lessons were even better calm learning environment with Martin simple and straight to the point we litterally done the test route in each lesson The craic was mighty throughout Thanks All 👍
July 28, 2023Galway

Excellent instructors and a first time pass A huge thank you to Mr.Lee for his insight and patience with my driving. Whilst I have a driving license in another country, he made it very easy to understand the differences between the road rules and knew exactly what I would struggle with. Rather than teach the 'test answers' he made sure that I would be confident on the road - regardless of the situation. Passed first time.
September 17, 2019Galway

Passed Bus and cpc first time. Thanks again Philip for ironing out the bad habits.
January 26, 2015Galway

I'd like to thank the wonderful team at Advance Drive and GRETB for the excellent instruction over the past 10 weeks. The tuition was second to none. A special shoutout to the ever-parient and expert instructor, Mike, for his valuable help to ensure I passed my driving test to get the Category D licence. The result of a PASS is a testament of the service, the training, the appointments, and professionalism provided. I'd also like to give a special mention to my fellow students because the support and camaraderie was exceptional. Thank you!
December 2, 2024Loughrea

I would highly recommend advance drive in galway. Passed my trailer test first go thanks to excellent tutoring.
April 28, 2014Michael king

Thank you very much to you and the instructors. Ronald prepared us for the CPC. Everything he told us was asked at the exam. Anton taught me how to drive a bus, he explained everything very correctly, it helped me a lot. Thanks to your whole team!!!!!
August 13, 2024Galway

Huge thanks to Advance Drive, and especially to my instructor Declan, for helping me become a more confident and capable driver. Declan helped me understand that great driving isn't just about operating a car, but about doing it correctly, safely, and responsibly.
April 30, 2025Galway

Very helpful and knowledgeable instructors helped me passing my bus test and my cpc walkaroumd test instructors were very helpful and patient at all times i would highly recommend advance drive for lessons
January 9, 2024Galway

I passed my test earlier this week and it was made so much easier with Pat and everyone else from Advance Drive. From start to finish they supported me the whole way. I would highly recommend them.
June 30, 2023

I had Vincent as my instructor for the bus, he was excellent, very friendly, very informative and really professional. My 2 hours lessons just flew by with him! Thanks to the guys in the office and on reception too, great bunch a lads! Now I'm a professional bus driver and I'm delighted!!!
June 10, 2022Galway

I would like to say a BIG THANK YOU to everyone involved in Advance Drive for their continued support and guidance through the Bus Driving D course which I have just completed and was successfull in passing my bus driving test.From Emma & Aoife on the phone as well as in the office who were very curtious and accompanying with everything, Gerry & Philip for their words of encouragement, Ronald for the online classes explained everything to detail and ensured we knew everything we needed to know about the Bus, Evelyn for giving me a better understanding about how to present a CV and a Cover letter, The First aid Course which was of great benefit, Lee who is an outstanding instructor, THANK YOU for your encouragement and believe in me from day one, i would also like to say a BIG THANK YOU to Patricia in gretb for her continued support over the past few years in getting me over the line eventually, absolutely delighted I got the opportunity to take part in this course and I wish you all the very best for the future 😀 you are a great team
July 7, 2021Circular road Galway

After failing in my test in a different town, I decided to take lessons from Advance Drive. Vas was my instructor. I took only 5 lessons with him and gained my confidence back. He's very thorough and systematic. He is an excellent instructor. I wish I had taken all my mandatory lessons with him so I wouldn't have wasted my time and money at the first place. Wherever you live, I highly recommend you to take lessons with him. Thank you so much!
September 17, 2019Galway

Passed my truck test first time after 6 lessons with Phil. Brillant tutor and very friendly. Two hour lesson really make a difference, would highly recommend them. Cheers Phil!!
April 28, 2014Ger Dolan

Done my car lessons with Martin in galway,he was a great teacher with lots of good coaching skills and he had lots of experience. I was delighted to have Martin as my driving instructor thanks for helping me pass my test first time around I appreciate it! I would really recommend advance drive for learning how to drive.
January 5, 2023

Completed my C licence with advanced drive, passed first time. Huge thanks to Mike, Philip and the rest of the crew! Great company, highly recommended
November 26, 2021

Thank you so much. My instructor Declan was absolutely fabulous. He helped me even until the last hour and i passed the driving test on the first try.
March 11, 2025Oranmore

Just passed my bus test. Delighted.I can’t thank Dessie at first and then Lee enough for getting me over the line. God knows their patience was tested many times ,but they persevered.They were great ,highly recommended.Thanks to all involved ,Aoife and co in the office. Just great thanks again. Seamus.
January 5, 2021Claregalway.

Passed my Category D Bus Test today at my first attempt. Would not have been possible without Gerry's tuition. His knowledge and tips were on the money for the test. He has a relaxed way of instructing which makes you confident when driving. The whole package from Advance Drive has to be commended. Office staff very helpful with booking lessons etc... I would highly recommend Advance Drive for anyone who is contemplating Bus Driving Lessons. Thanks again Gerry.
April 5, 2022Galway

I recently received tuition for my category D-D1 Bus test with Advance Drive.It was the first time i used this driving school and also the first time i passed a vehicle category test,first time.Excellent,patient tuition delivered in a proffessional manner.I was lucky enough to get a job two weeks after.I would highly recommend Advance,thanks Philip.
April 30, 2014Gerard Murphy

Thank you very much Philip and all at Advance Drive for helping me pass my category C Rigid Truck test today. In six lessons Philip honed my skills to perfection with careful, patient instruction and total professionalism. Passed with flying colours the tester said! I recommend Advanced Drive in Galway to any prospective learner driver. Thank you again Philip.
March 12, 2015Clifden, Co Galway

ADVANCE DRIVE are a great driving school. To Aoife and Emma for organizing lessons at such short notice once again - it was much appreciated and didn't go un-noticed. To Dezzie - what an instructor. His attention to detail is crucial for you if you want to pass your test first time round. His guidance and methods are so easy to understand and makes the journey enjoyable. Pick up the phone right now and call them - you wont be sorry the day you get your test result! Much appreciated again, Alan
February 11, 2021Galway

I would recommend Advance Drive Training Centre for any licence you wish to acquire as they provide 10/10 services that prepare you for your test. If you get Martin ignore the fact he is a Liverpool supporter and just listen to him.💯
May 22, 2026

My driving instructor was dessy who I found to be very knowledgeable and easy going. Dessy was very observant and did not miss a thing which was very beneficial to assisting with getting me ready for my test which I passed with a clean sheet. Thank you very much and keep up the great work. Richard King
February 5, 2020Galway

Passed my Bus test today, had Des first 2 lessons and then Noel for the rest, both are top instructors and they have a great way of teaching and so easy to get along with,
June 4, 2026Galway

I would like to thank all at Advance Drive for their support and guidance during the last few months in helping me to obtain my bus license. I would especially like to thank Pat for his patience and time as my driving instructor and Dessie for the one hour pre test. In my opinion Advance Drive is a fantastic organization and I would not hesitate to highly recommend them to any one who hopes to obtain a bus license.
August 25, 2025

Done category D coach licence with Lee from Advance Drive.Excellent instructor.Highly recommended.Thank You.
February 13, 2019Galway

I just completed a 10 week GRETB bus drivers course. The course was managed and run by Advance Drive Galway . The course included ten two hour lessons. CPC training,first aid responders course and lifting and manual handling course. Advance Drive are a very professional organisation. There staff and management were very friendly, supportive and efficient in everything they did. My instructor for the 10 weeks was Vincent Jennings. He was an excellent tutor with great patience. He really prepared me for my test, which I passed on my first attempt. I would highly recommend Advance Drive for anyone considering bus driving as a profession.
April 25, 2023

JUST PASSED MY BUS TEST TODAY,THANKS TO EVERYONE AT ADVANCED DRIVE FROM THE OFFICE STAFF TO INSTRUCTORS WELL DONE TO EVERYONE AND TO MY EXCEPTIONAL INSTRUCTOR ,LEE WHO HAD THE PATIENCE ,PRESERVERNCE,AND EXCEPTIONAL INTUITION IN GETTING ME TO MANAGE A BUS ,ITS A JOURNEY THAT I THOURGHLY ENJOYED AND LEARNED SO MUCH .IF ANYONE HAS AN INTEREST IN BECOMMING A BUS DRIVER I CAN HIGHLY RECOMMEND ADVANCE DRIVE FOR PROFESSIONAL INSTRUCTION ,GREAT POSITIVE FEEDBACK ,AND MOST IMPORTANTLY INSTRUCTED ON HOW TO MANAGE A BUS SAFELY.THIS IS A SKILL YOU WILL HAVE FOR THE REST OF YOUR LIFE,SO ENJOY THE EXPERIENCE LIKE I DID ,"ITS NOT THE TEST THAT WAS THE MAIN GOAL BUT THE JOURNEY ALONG THE WAY IN GETTING TO THE END GOAL WHICH IS TO PASS YOUR TEST,I THINK THAT THE EXPERIENCES ALONG THE WAY ARE EQUALLY IMPORTANT AS PASSING YOUR TEST. I DO WISH YOU THE BEST IF YOU INTEND TAKING BUS LESSONS AGAIN I WOULD HIGHLY RECOMMEND ADVANCE DRIVE ,GALWAY FOR ALL INSTRUCTIONAL NEEDS,THEY ARE SIMPLY A CLASS ABOVE THE REST !AND ALWAYS REMEMBER ..........THAT A BUS IS 5 TIMES BIGGER THEREFORE 5 TIMES SLOWER!!!!!!!!!! EUGE FLYNN FEBURARY 1ST/2021
February 3, 2021TUAM

After weeks of preparation and hard work, I’m thrilled to announce that I’ve passed my bus driving licence exam! The journey wasn’t always easy, but it was incredibly rewarding. I want to thank my instructor (Noel) for their patience and guidance throughout the training process. He is not only taught me the technical skills needed but also instilled confidence in my abilities to handle a bus safely and responsibly. The testing process was thorough and fair, challenging me to showcase all the skills and knowledge I’d gained. Passing this milestone feels like a major achievement, and I’m excited to begin a new chapter in my career as a licensed bus driver. To anyone preparing for their own test: stay focused, trust the process, and practice as much as you can. It’s worth it!
December 12, 2024Galway

Done both my rigid and artic test with advance drive. Could not recommend them more. From the girls in the office to the instructors everything was made so easy. Had Noel for my artic test today and for my lessons one of the soundest lads I’ve met.
November 29, 2023Galway

My driving instructor was Declan and he is a very good profesional and knows his job well. He explains everything very clear and in a very understandable way and he has a great patience. He is a very good teacher. I have changed many different driving instructors. I can say, that Declan always gives a very good examples from everyday life . He taught me a lot, and I am very grateful for and I still can’t believe that I’ve passed my driving test. Thank you Declan for your help and patience Olga
February 27, 2024Galway

Thanks to Dessie and gang at Advance for the lessons, passed EB on first attempt
April 30, 2014mark carroll

I passed my bus test last Wednesday. A big thank you to all the staff at Advance Drive for helping me get there. They are very helpful and tried to accommodate me at every turn. The biggest thank you of all goes to their top instructor Vincent. Thanks again. Martin Murphy.
May 3, 2023Abbeyknockmoy

Vas from Advanced Drive was an amazing driving instructor. His patience and knowledge really helped me to pass my driving test and become confident in my driving. The ladies in the office made scheduling lessons very easy. I would highly recommend booking driving lessons with Advanced Drive.
August 31, 2021Galway

Many thanks to Philip and Micheal at advance drive.. Very friendly and professional.. Passed my bus test 1st time thanks to them.. Highly recommended!
April 28, 2014Pierce

I passed my Driving test yesterday for the first time, with a clean sheet, and that is 100% a result of Vas, and his classes. He had wonderful teaching methods, that worked. I would definitely recommend him, and the classes at Advance Drive.
June 10, 2022Galway

I passed my C+E driving test recently. Many thanks to both my instructors, Noel and Lee. Professionalism, a lot of patience and great knowledge. Highly recommend to everyone.
March 3, 2022Galway

Ended up getting a clean sheet thanks to Garry's help and guidance. Would highly recommended Advance Drive and especially Garry for anyone hoping to do their driving test in the near future. Garry was a very patient and experienced driving instructor who put me at ease throughout the time I went to him for driving lessons.
February 9, 2017Salthill, Galway

I just passed my BE test today on the first attempt. Many thanks to Máirtín & Noel for all the tips. They prepared me well for all the scenarios I encountered. Having not sat a driving test for 20+ years they prepared me well and ultimately gave me important guidance on safe driving. Thanks Lads and the whole team.
May 22, 2026Galway

I have to commend my instructor Lee as he was a very hard man to please but it was all worth it in the end as I have just passed my artic driving test and I don't think that I would have done it without his constant drilling of the method of driving the truck. So thank you so much for your help in taking the time to get me across the line. Greatly appreciated. - Dan
August 30, 2022Galway

Am very happy with the instructor Martin and all Advance drive team...I passed my test today...Highly recommended...
February 2, 2024Galway

Had numerous lessons with other tutors and failed my test first time. My second time had only two double lessons with Philip and passed with flying colours! thanks a million guys! keep up the good work
April 30, 2014Susan Looby Cullinane

Advance were brilliant.. start to finish. special thanks to Lee! I would defo recommend!
July 26, 2023

Passed my driving test first time!! I wouldn’t have done it without advanced drive! My driving instructor Pat was fantastic. He was extremely patient with me and gave me very good advice. I also want to say a big thank you Emma. She was extremely helpful when booking and rescheduling appointments. Thank you very much!
December 14, 2021Galway

The best in the country from start to finish great company I passed my rigid test back in January and today passed my artic test with advance drive from the girls in the office which are great help with everything i had dezzie for my artic lessons and he was brilliant very easy to get along with and could have the crack with can’t thank him enough for everything he showed me and to all the team in advance drive thank you
November 5, 2025Offaly

Ive just passed my hgv rigid driving test through advance drive, big thanks to anton for all his help,i would highly recommend advance drive.
March 16, 2022Shannon harbour

Passed my category B test on the first go. My instructor was Vas, real nice person, helpful, encouraging and patiently advises. Would highly recommend him to anyone looking for lessons.
May 10, 2021Knocknacarra, Galway

Amazing lessons, great instructors and a very central location in Galway city. This is definitely a 5 star driving school. Both office staff - Aoife and Emma were always on hand to organize lessons at very short notice along with being very helpful and professional. My instructors Lee and Anton were hugely influential upon passing my category C driving test. What you will learn from these two guys will not only benefit you during your driving test but also in your future driving life especially when it comes to your safety and well being on the road. No need to google anybody else - you have found the best instructors right here. Thanks all.
December 3, 2020Galway

I would highly recommend advance drive for getting lessons on whichever type of vehicle. I got my coach licence 1st time thanks to Philip and Michael. I was made very comfortable and found it easy to ask questions at any time. You will do you're driving test with confidence.
April 30, 2014Paul Maloney

Here’s a warm, natural, all‑positive review you can post anywhere. Tone is friendly, appreciative, and personal — exactly what you asked for. --- ⭐ Warm Review I had a genuinely great experience with Alan Skerritt. He was always calm, patient, and very supportive throughout every lesson. His explanations were clear and he made me feel comfortable even in situations that usually make learners nervous. You can tell he really cares about helping his students improve. Thanks to his guidance, I felt confident on the road and ended up passing my driving test on the first try. I’m truly grateful for his help and highly recommend him.
July 27, 2026Galway

Just passed my Mini-Bus Driving test - thanks to Advance Drive. Highly recommend for their very professional approach to teaching. Noel was excellent, very friendly and provided plenty of tips to improve my driving. Ronald was a fountain of knowledge on the CPCs. Thanks to Gerry and all the team at Advance Drive.
March 14, 2025

I passed my bus test yesterday, thanks to Noel. He was kind, professional and brought his great sense of humour to all of our lessons. Not having done a driving test for over 40 years, I was nervous when commencing the lessons, but Noel dispelled my doubts with his mix of constructive feedback, encouragement and his humorous outlook on life! Thanks again. Mike, Galway.
March 10, 2026Galway

I had Vinney and Lee as my instructors and passed first time, very professional and helpful at their job and had me very relaxed and confident going into my test. I can see how Lee won the award for best instructor last year as he puts everything into helping his students. I would definitely recommend Advance Drive for anyone going for a test in any category.
February 4, 2020Abbeyknockmoy

I highly recommend Dezzie my driving instructor at Advance Drive who prepared me extremely well for my driving test. I passed the Bus test first time. Great bus driving training course run by the GRETB and Advance Drive. I can’t speak highly enough of the professional team at Advance Drive. I recommend them to anyone looking to pass any of the driving tests. Great experience, thank you.
January 25, 2021Galway

Thanks all in advance for your help with my bus licence great team and great service special thanks to Mike top instructor.
October 29, 2021Galway

I passed my car test first time with Mike's help and without any other practice than lessons with him. Brilliant value for money. I would highly recommend using advance drive.
April 28, 2014Will

I made five lessons with Pat and he was great, very helpful, calm, patient, and motivated me to keep trying. It made all the difference for me. Before I met him, all the other instructors were rude on the telephone on the first contact, they were assuming that I was a terrible trainee only because I wanted to change instructors even before they met me personally. Pat treated me differently, with respect and never second-guessed me.  So, thank you very much Advanced Drive and Pat for your support
November 5, 2019Galway

Passed my test first time for the c1 license with advance. Only started with them 4 weeks ago and got all my lessons and test done within the month. Serious set up and couldn't have had a nicer instructor, pj is mighty at his job and sound as a bell to top it off. Aoife and Ailbhe were brilliant in accommodating me aswell with dates and lessons. Serious crowd to go with and I'd recommend to anyone. 🙌
August 30, 2022

Great atmosfere and Professional training. I passed all tests first time with Advance. Thank you all at Advance Drive. Highly recommended.
August 8, 2020Galway

Just completed the Bus course with Advance Drive, covered the course very well. Excellent instructors who had a lot of experience in their fields & made the course interesting for the class. They made it easy for all, even for those of us, who had not been in a class environment for many years. A great team, well done 👏 👏👏👏
April 27, 2023Galway

A briilliant experìence with Advance Drive, Noel my tutor was very good and Left no stone unturned ln all of the Lessons. I cant thank them enough for getting me to Pass my Bus test.
September 25, 2024

I cannot reccomend Advance Drive enough for new drivers! After failing the test three times with other instructors I had lost all confidence in my driving abilities. And became a very nervous driver. I then went to Advance Drive where Noel became my new instructor. Noel changed my whole perspective on driving and the nerves went away. He's so patient and understanding and I found the lessons to be fun and enjoyable in comparison to other driving schools in Galway. 10/10 for Noel & Advanced drive, could not reccomend enough! Definitely the reason for me passing my test!
September 4, 2020Galway

Passed my D coach license test. After great tuition from several trainers at Advance drive. All the staff were very helpful and swiftly organised a retest for me when I was initially unsuccessful. Thank you guys.
June 28, 2023Galway

Very professional company everything you need to do the course is provided from emails to phone calls the support you receive is top class the instructors are top of their field thanks Philip and staff for everything you done for me
February 19, 2021Offaly

A huge thank you to Advance Drive, and especially to Declan and Flan, for the exceptional and professional training provided. I would highly recommend them to anyone in need of driving lessons!
November 7, 2024Galway East

Thanks for helping me pass jeep and trailer test on first attempt special mention to Lee for the lessons and help/advice on booking test,to Aoife in the office for promptly returning calls and changing bookings and finally Noel for the pre test spin. Thanks guys would highly recommend ye to anyone looking for lessons
September 5, 2023Galway

I am very happy with the Instructor Martin,he made everything look very essy and calmed me down before the test.He gave me confidence and i passed my test.Great team and very professional.
February 8, 2024

I did both the rigid and artic courses with Advance over the last two years and I couldn’t praise them enough. Found all the staff very helpful and obliging. The instructor that I had for the artic that I just finished with today was Dessie, I found him great and I felt very comfortable and relaxed and I’d recommend him and Advance to anyone going forward.
October 10, 2025Roscommon

I would highly recommend Advance Drive and in particular my instructor Pat in Galway. I was taken through all the requisite skills in great detail, i.e clutch control, observation and road positioning etc, such that I passed the test without any problems and felt no nerves on the day. I thank my instructor for his expertise and for sharing his knowledge of how to perform in the test on the day. His instruction really matched all the requirements of the test and made the experience much easier, as well as successful. Highly recommended.
June 26, 2025Galway

I had a very pleasant experience while having Bus Lessons with Advance Drive.Noel my instructor put me at ease very quickly and Aoife in the office was more than helpful an then I passed my test First Time.
July 18, 2022Galway

I would thoroughly recommend Advance Drive if you need to aquire a D bus license. I felt confident going into the test as Philip gave me good preparation and always managed to spot my faults. Driving around Galway by the sea was a pleasure much better than other locations I can think of. A great experience from a very good company.
April 28, 2014Clive Guthrie

I've passed my test 1st time today with the help of Philip's professionalism, patience and support. Once he spotted my mistakes, he was determined to teach me the proper way of driving. I was not confident driving at first but he soon put me to ease. I would highly recommend Philip, Advance Drive.
April 30, 2014Stephen Carr