Thank you for helping me to succeed! You are good and helped me to be better. I thank particularly Lee, Aoife, Carla and Pat. I wish you to keep succeeding too and to keep helping the leaner drivers to also succeed. Go raibh maith agat!
January 17, 2025Spiddal, Galway

Thanks to advance drive, I passed my class d licence Excellent tuition from Philip and good pointers all helped
April 27, 2015Galway

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

i cant say enough good things about advance drive all there staff are excellent i now have my rigid and artic licence and 3 types of fork lifts and safe pass and all instructors were top class they have a no nonsense approach they push you when needed for your own good to get you as good as possible for your test aoife is excellent at her job. , friendly and knows all the info you need straight off vincent was my instructor for the rigid and got me through first time tops class dessie was my instructor for the artic he doesnt miss a thing but thats good he got me trough first time deserves a medal thanks to gerry and philip for all the guidance and putting me on the right path this company is not all about talking money of you its about you getting through the test and i felt this from the first phone call many thanks to all involved best regards regis golding
July 4, 2020galway and roscommon

Passed my test 1st time Found them to be great to deal with And happy to recommend
April 30, 2014Garrett Fox

very friendly helpful very encouraging and understanding . The instructors are excellent and easy to work with . Never felt under any pressure and loved every minute of the course highly recommend this company to anyone getting a driving licence and to my friends and relatives or anyone who's interested in doing a course
June 15, 2021

I would highly recommend advance drive.cheers to des for all his help and patience!!you are fully aware and ready when your heading into your test.past my car test first time.des was with me every step of the way.thanks for everything:)
April 30, 2014Pauline spelman, Salthill

Just passed my rigid today! Had a great teacher Anton for most of it and Lee was great too. Can’t recommend advance drive enough, you can’t fail it with these guys. The girls in the office are on the ball and everything is made simple. I did the bus last year and have been working since I got the licence. Thank you to the guys, you’re all brilliant!
April 28, 2023Athenry

A huge thanks to advance drive, i pass my CPC, ADR with the best teacher's also I passed the rigid & artic driving test with no problem, thanks to my instructor's LEE and VINCENT
January 30, 2019Tuam

Thanks to all at Advance for your help in training me and guiding me throughout the course, no stone was left unturned. I especially want to thank Anton, Lee and all the ladies for coordinating everything and arranging lessons at hours to suit.
April 7, 2023Galway

Passed my artic lorry test today so happy! Want to say a huge thanks to Philip for all his patience and confidence boosters especially today! Really appreciate it! Happy trucking... Highly recommend them to anybody!
April 28, 2014Ciara Fallon

I want to thank Noel and Dezzie for helping me pass my CE test, I like the professional way how they treat the driving lesson.
March 25, 2024Galway

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

Done my lesson though advance drive with pj sound lad, great teacher past my test first time in the rigid highly recommended anyone in advance drive
December 16, 2022Galway

Hi everybody, just passed my tests cat. C. first time with AdvanceDrive. Top class driving school, great team. Special thanks to my instructor Dezzie! Thank you!
February 9, 2017Galway

I passed my test first time thanks to my driving instructor, Noel, at Advance Drive. I would highly recommend as I couldn't have asked for a better learning experience as he was helpful, encouraging and prepared me very well for my test. Thanks again.
November 13, 2020Galway

Thank you advance drive. From Aoife in the office who helped setting up a schedule of dates and appointments that worked for me to my driving instructor Martin who was simply brilliant. Extremely knowledgeable and helpful from start to finish. I can't recommend these people highly enough. Thanks again.
May 15, 2025Galway

The Advance Drive driving course is a great experience. Dezzie was my driving instructor - Nice person - Profesional in every way - An individual approach to each of his students. Thank you.
November 1, 2021Galway

Thanks to all the staff at Advance Drive for helping me pass my trailer test. A special thanks to Lee for giving me lessons before the test. With his help and guidance I was well prepared and every aspect of the test was well covered. Thanks again.
October 14, 2024Annaghdown

Lee is an absolutely amazing instructor for bus driving, is all I can say!! Honestly the soundest man with the patience of a saint (which was always needed here😂). Very highly recommended and If you are considering learning Lee is your man!! Jim Daly
August 26, 2020Galway

great driving school, I highly recommend Advance drive. I passed my driving test cat C first time. Dezzie was my instructor very well trained and patient .. Thank you guys.. looking forward to do my artic lessons..
February 9, 2015Galway

Brilliant company to deal with. Very professional in every way. Anton made sure we had the test route nailed down.
March 31, 2023Athlone

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

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

From the girls behind the the desk to the instructors, Anton, Dezzie and Lee, all very helpful and easy to learn from , got me through my rigid last year and now the artic this year , recommend to anyone.
April 14, 2025

Passed first time. HGV and CPC. Thanks Philip!
April 28, 2014John Howard

Absolutely, no words with the service advance drive gives you. It is made for you to pass without a problem. Huge thanks to my instructor Declan who helped through the way and has helped me improve every single lesson I’ve had with him. I wouldn’t choose any other driving school than Advance drive.
August 24, 2023Galway

Just perfect, they look after you very well!! Lessons in galway with Phillip and C1 truck test with Owen in Sligo!! Excelent preperation and vey very good instructions. Lots of patience and passion. Thanks Lads.
April 30, 2014Ralph Wieschalla

I passed my artic test first time with advance drive, I done all my lessons Anton and had Dezzie for my pre test lesson, couldn’t recommend them enough, very helpful with time slots to suit me, very good instructors, overall I am very pleased with the service, thanks again lads!
August 23, 2021Clare

I would highly recommend Advance Drive to anyone wishing to do their driving test. I found Dessie very helpful through out all the lessons and wouldnt have passed it first time with out his help. Great value for money :)
April 30, 2014Stephen Carr

Passed my BE test first time after lessons with Noel. In space of a few lessons. I went from never having towed a trailer to being confident towing.
February 3, 2022

Many thanks to PJ Dunne for his fantastic preparation, guidance and support. It was thanks to him that I passed the C category exam. Great guy, great instructor, fantastic person, I recommend it. At the same time, a heartfelt thanks to Aoife for helping me find a lesson.
August 2, 2022Galway

Hi I would like to say thanks to advance drive for everything can't speak highly enough of them.. Massive thank you to dezzie was brilliant with me from very 1st day..very clear instructions and very easy to get on with thanks dezzie for everything Kind regards William
May 7, 2025Galway

Thank you to Advance Drive for helping me pass my Trailer Test. Martin was a fantastic Instructor and I would highly recommend anyone applying for a Trailer License to go to Advance Drive to get lessons. The lessons made sure I was ready and confident to pass my test. The professionalism shown by but both Martin and Lee was second to none.
April 1, 2025Galway

Thanks for all the support Advance Drive while doing my C licence. All the staff I have been dealing with were very professional and helpful, from the ladies in the office doing all the scheduling to my instructor Martin, who provided me with all the guidance I needed to pass the test! Many thanks again, great service!
January 3, 2024Galway

Passed my test today with the help of Dezzie. He's incredibly patient, professional and makes learning to drive a breeze! Can't compliment him enough. I wouldn't hesitate to recommend him & Advance Drive to anyone. Big Thanks!!!!!
April 30, 2014Ciara McGuinness

I can't recommend Advance Drive any higher, great staff and a great place to learn how to drive. I done the bus driver course and had Dezzie as my instructor, I both learned and enjoyed my time with Dezzie. If you are thinking of learning to drive a bus, truck or car then this is the place for you.
February 5, 2020Galway

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

Anton was my instructor - top man he gave me everything I needed to pass my test with as little errors as possible. Highly recommend this driving school, very professional.
April 3, 2023Athlone

I would highly recommend Advance Drive. I found Philip, my Instructor very friendly, pacient and skilled driver. He was able to fit me in with only a week notice and I learn so much in a short space of time. Thanks Philip.
April 28, 2014Sylwester K.

Passed C1 yesterday and have to put it down to Dezzie's patience and knowledgeable guidance. Can't recommend enough. Thanks guys.
April 30, 2014Derek McMahon, Sixmilebridge, Co.

Hi, I would like to thank Advance Drive Galway especially Lee who was my Instructor throughout for helping me achieve getting my Jeep and Trailer License first time. I found dealing with Advance Drive to be a very easy process and Lee always kept in contact giving me guidance along the way. I found Advance to be very professional and courteous throughout my Lessons. Thanks for a pleasant experience. Regards Conor Dalton.
August 31, 2017Galway

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

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

A wonderful experience getting lessons with the Team in Advance, they have everything covered from course content to real world tips and advice on the road. Highly recommended 👌 Big shout out to Mike & Noel for putting up with me 🙈
April 10, 2024Galway

My drivers name was Vas very helpful and paitent. Passed on my first go. would highly reccomend
February 9, 2021Galway

Delighted with the work Martin (my driving instructor) put in to help me pass the driving test the first time . Am very grateful to how easy and comprehensive the driving instructors made the lessons.
July 10, 2023

We found Advance Drive professional and always extremely helpful. Declan is an excellent instructor, patient, always helpful and encouraging. Many thanks Declan, Carla and all the staff. We will definitely be returning and recommending you to others.
November 10, 2023Galway

I passed my truck C test and bus D test first time with Advance Drive. I now drive a bus full time. I would highly recommend Advance Drive. Excellent training, and excellent instructors Philip, Mike, Dez, and Ailbhe for all her help. Thanks very much and I will be back to do my Artic shortly.
August 19, 2015Connemara

Mid 40s and passed my test first time, now I can drive my 9mth old baby myself. Thanks to Martin teaching me while I was heavily pregnant and after I had the baby, his infinite patience and tolerance kept me going. Thanks to Corey for my lessons nearing test time, a kinder man you could not meet, super with "how to's" that I could understand. Carla was so good at accomodating me while on maternity leave, juggling a newborn and lessons. Thanks team Advance drive. Kate
July 18, 2023Galway city

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 test first time!!!! would definately recommend Advance Drive to any person thinking of doing there test. People claiming social allowances can get funding towards your Lessons to help you get your licence in any of the vehicles through Fas or the Social Office!!!
April 30, 2014Emmet Sweeney

yes i am another one of the thousands who got first class tuition and passed my c class liscense first time thanks to philip .Would highly recomend him.
April 30, 2014david

Thank you vas for helping me with my driving lessons and I managed to pass it on the first test, it would not be possible without your help! Your tips regarding what to look out for and common pitfalls were really useful! :)
November 13, 2018Galway

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

Passed my BE(jeep&trailer) test today I highly recommend Dessie he really knows his stuff and I can guarantee you will pass the test after a few lessons with him .
April 30, 2014Padraig Linnane

I got my jeep and trailer licence with Dezzie first go and couldn't be happier. He was very patient with me as I had no experience starting off and made sure I was confident and ready to pass when it came to my test. Service was second to none from start to finish and would like to thank Advance, from the girls in the office, to Dezzie the instructor for everything. I will be recommending ye to anyone going for their licence.
January 23, 2024

The in-house staff at advanced drive are very helpful, friendly and went out of their way to help me with any queries I had. Even if they did not have the answer at hand, they made sure to phone me back with the answer. It is a very professional and welcoming environment and despite the course being 3 months, it felt like 3 weeks. My instructor, Gerry Burke was a fantastic instructor. He was friendly, banterful yet firm and professional. We worked on the practical aspects of the bus course rigorously all while smiling and joking, and this ultimately made the test itself a breeze.
June 2, 2022Galway

With the help of my amazing instructor Corey, I passed my driving test first time. I was so nervous but Corey had great patience with every lesson. His guidance, professionalism and knowledge really got me through it and put me at ease. I am so grateful. The whole team at advance drive have been fantastic every step of the way. Highly recommend, thanks guys
September 23, 2022Galway

Could not Recommend higher! Waited all year to begin the Delivery Driver course which ended up being delayed due to Covid. Waited an extra 4 months and it was still worth the wait! All the staff were exceptional. My instructor, Mark, is the best driving instructor in Galway! I have him to thank for passing my test first go!
September 21, 2021

Instructor Martin is very good. He is strict at times when we repeat the mistakes..Overall a very good learning experience with Martin. Thanks
May 14, 2025Ballinasloe

Thanks to Dezzie for all the great instruction, excellent to deal with. And to all the team at advance, helped me to pass Artic Test first time. Highly recommended.
September 5, 2023Galway

Upgraded to BE category. Advance drive are very professional in their approach. Noel did a great job with getting me prepared to pass my test first time.
November 7, 2022Galway

Passed my category D bus driving test first time with a clean sheet. This was thanks to my instructor Gerry B's fantastic training and guidance. Gerry guided me from complete novice to competent driver and did it with patience, professionalism and good humour. I always felt comfortable and in good hands throughout my training. Fantastic trainer, great knowledge and a genuinely nice guy. The ladies in the office were also very helpful and accommodating. Definitely recommend Advanced Drive to anyone looking to aquire their licence.
August 2, 2022Galway City

Pat was such a patient kind and helpful instructor. He was very encouraging too which helped me alot. The girls in the office at the other end of the phone anytime I called couldn’t have been nicer or more helpful. Thanks to you all
November 7, 2025Galway

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 D1 today and it was all thanks to my instructor Noel. Noel was very approachable, friendly and patient. An enjoyable experience.
October 12, 2022Galway

I found Advance drive to be very well ran and everyone to be very helpful. Very patient and knowledgeable instructors. Passed driving test first time. 10/10
January 27, 2023

Past my jeep and trailer test at the first attempt. Dezzie was my instructor and was very knowledgeable and a great support. Also Ailbhe in the office was extremely pleasent, efficient and gave good detail of all lessons to take place. This is an excellent driving school with customer service and success a top priority. Thanks for all the help and support. Gearoid.
December 17, 2015Galway

Just completed a 10 week C license rigid course. Thanks to all at advanced drive for all the work and effort put in. Everyone is friendly and extremely helpful. Could not ask for better would highly recommend this company to anyone.
June 13, 2023Longford

I passed the C1 test first time thanks to advance drive. Philip has a remarkable knowledge of all things related to the driving test and he did everything in his power to help me pass first time.
April 28, 2014Darragh Kirwan

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

Passed on the first go thanks to Pat who was a great instructor with a lot of patience. Any things I was having trouble with, he continued to go through them with me until I was comfortable and also made sure to drill in the simple things for me.
February 1, 2022Galway

Thanks to everyone in Advance drive. To Gerry for his professionalism. To Aoife for keeping me updated with emails. To the team that organised the lessons. To Ronald for keeping the work simplified. To my driving instructors Vincent and Noel ye are brilliant at your work you both made me feel very relaxed and confident. For me it was a wonderful experience. Thank you one and all.
December 6, 2024Tuam

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

Sailed through my Artic Truck test thanks to Philip and his brilliant, assuring and dedicated teaching. These guys really know their stuff and tutor you very professionally AND calmly! (this is most important, especially when trying to reverse a 35FT trailer around a corner!) When it came to seeking a professional driving qualification and after doing my research and getting info from all the other 'instructors' I am really delighted to have gone with Advance Drive - they're my No.1
April 30, 2014Nicholas

Passed my bus test with Advance, fantastic company to deal with, and you couldn't ask for a nicer instructor than Pat, he was very calm and patient with me, thanks for everything
April 18, 2024Galway

Just passed my test! Flan was my instructor and was exceptional at delivering my lessons. Big thanks to Flan and all at Advance driving.
February 27, 2024

Advance Drive (Galway) is a fantastic company to learn to drive with. Gerry and staff are thorough and professional in every aspect of how they deal with you. Vincent was excellent in his instruction and guidance, without this I would not have passed my Rigid Lorry driving test. Thank you
August 28, 2024

Would highly recommend Advance Drive,Phillip has so much patience its unbelievable,passed both my C and D tests first time very easy,the name ADVANCE speaks for itself your fully advanced when your finished with phillip in both driving and CPC tests.I now also have a great knowledge of dangers of other drivers and different things you come across on a day to day basis on the road especially on the busy streets of galway.cheers phillip.........L Warde
April 28, 2014Lorcan Warde

Cant thank the whole team at advance drive enough after passing my bus test, especially Noel for sharing his knowledge hes top class great teacher THANK YOU!!
January 26, 2022Galway

My heart is filled with joy,first of all a big thanks to all the team at Advance drive training centre you guys are brilliant,not forgetting the three lads Martin,Corey and Lee thanks a million lads and all the best
May 23, 2025Galway

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

I managed to pass both truck and bus with advance drive.Its such a well organised and friendly facility.All trainers and staff are very professional.They assist you as much as they can through whole process.I highly rate and recommend them for any of your training needs.
August 19, 2020

Want to thank Dezzie for teaching me and getting me to pass my driving test first time in Galway,Great instructor,easy learning :) MC
April 28, 2014Michelle

Have to say a huge thanks to the team at advance passed my d license and cpc with gerry a great instructor and staff in office were v helpful I would highly recommend them
June 10, 2022Galway

Noel was thorough in his instruction throughout my lessons got me across the line for my D1 minibus Licence. Really helped with losing those bad driving habits picked up as a mature driver. Highly recommended.
February 2, 2024Galway

I recommend Advance Drive and instructor Lee who helped me pass my car driving test first time.
October 12, 2017Galway

Never drove a Category D vehicle before 2023. Six lessons later I passed the test. So, many thanks to PJ & Noel, along with the the inhouse team. Now it is up to me to hone the skills I've learned and continue to improve day by day.
May 18, 2023Galway

Advance Drive are an excellent company, so professional and all the staff are extremely helpful. Many thanks to all the staff and especially to Martin my instructor who was excellent throughout. Róisín
September 25, 2024Galway

Huge thanks to everyone at Advance drive, what a professional outfit they are, special thanks to Anton on helping me get over the line for my D1, excellent tutor who is tough but fair and we had the craic and a few laughs along the way. Thanks Again..
February 16, 2021

I found everyone very helpful and supportive while having my driving lessons. I felt ready and confident when my test came around. Vincent was my driving instructor and I found him great, the girls in the office were very helpful in organising the lessons. I would highly recommend Advance Drive.
February 3, 2022Athenry

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 did my driving lessons with Corey and I couldn't have asked for a better instructor. Coming from the U.S. I thought I was particularly nervous to drive on Irish roads but Corey was patient and thorough in his driving instruction. I passed my first go around and I definitely owe it to his teaching. 10/10!
January 9, 2024Galway

I am delighted that I passed my category D1 mini-bus test today (09/02/16). I can't praise Dezzie in Advance Drive enough for his excellent tutoring. He had me thoroughly prepared & fully ready for my test. He put me at ease & gave me confidence. Thanks Dezzie. I also passed my BE jeep & trailer test & my Category C rigid test in the last few years after receiving lessons from Advance Drive. I would highly recommend Advance Drive to those looking for driving lessons in any vehicle category.
February 9, 2016Brian Mullins

Passed my CE driving test, Dezzie was my Driving Instructor. Dezzie was very patient and extremely helpful. The two hour lessons were very informative. Advance Drive Galway is the only place to go if you want driving lessons in the Galway region. I would like to say thanks to all the staff. Regards Joseph
November 9, 2020

Super thankful to the whole team at Advance drive for all their help from start to finish. The girls in the office, Aoife and Carla were so helpful and accommodating trying to get times and dates that suited me each week. And a massive thank you to Corey was the most patient and supportive instructor. Without him I wouldn’t have passed on the first attempt, his calm and friendly attitude instantly put me at ease! Thank you!
December 12, 2024Galway

Massive thanks to the team at Advance Drive for their fantastic instruction and professional advice with helping me pass my Jeep & Trailer test first time. Philip was a fantastic instructor with great patience. I cannot recommend them highly enough.
April 7, 2015Galway

The Advance Drive team are exceptional! My D1 lessons were with Dezzie & Lee and I had Mike for my pretest, they are all fantastic in their own way, extremely knowledgeable, put you right at ease and very helpful all the way through, ensuring you are ready and confident for your test. Aoife & the girls in the office were so accommodating too. Would recommend to a friend!
December 1, 2023Galway

Highly recommended driving school. Philip was an excellent instructor who had me well coached in every aspect of the test. Don't think I've ever gone in to a driving test feeling so calm and well prepared. Many many thanks. Will definately be coming back to Advance Drive for my D1.
April 28, 2014Edel Smyth