Are you an experienced driver who hasn’t been behind the wheel for a while? Or do you simply need a confident refresher of your driving skills? Driving School the Graduate offers refresher driving lessons to restore your confidence and make you feel comfortable on the road again.
Refresher Driving Lessons In Amsterdam
At Driving School The Graduate, we specialize in driving lessons for nervous drivers and expats. Our patient instructors create a calm, respectful environment to help you ease back into driving whether you prefer an automatic refresher driving lesson or a manual one.
What makes our refresher driving course unique:
Regain Confidence
If it’s been a while since your last driving experience, refresher driving lessons can give your confidence a boost. We tailor the lessons to your specific needs, helping you feel at ease while driving again.
Specialized in People with Fear of Driving
Driving School The Graduate is specialized in people with anxiety and fear of driving. Our motto is: anyone can drive. So no matter how severe your fear of driving is, our team of specialists is ready to make sure you learn how to drive without fear.
Flexible Scheduling
We understand that your schedule may be busy. That’s why we offer flexible scheduling options, allowing you to plan refresher lessons at times that work best for you.
How Does It Work?
1
Introduction
We start with an introduction lesson to discuss your specific needs and goals.
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Customized Lesson Plan
Based on the first lesson, we develop a customized lesson plan that aligns with your needs and skills.
3
Hands-on Training
During the refresher driving lessons, you’ll work with experienced instructors to improve specific aspects of your driving skills.
4
Practical Exam (Optional!)
When you’re ready, we offer the option to take a practical exam to validate your refreshed skills.
Contact us today and take the first step toward a confident return to the road!
Drive with Confidence Again
Amsterdam is a complex city to drive in: cyclists, trams, narrow streets, and busy junctions. With our refresher driving course, you’ll learn how to navigate this safely and calmly.
Our refresher lessons are ideal if you:
- Haven’t driven in years
- Recently moved to the Netherlands
- Expats adapting to Dutch traffic and road rules
- Struggle with certain manoeuvres (hill starts, parking, merging)
- Have had a negative experience and want to rebuild trust
- Nervous drivers needing a confidence boost
Tailored Driving Lessons
Every driver is different. That’s why our refresher courses are never “one size fits all.” Whether you’re nervous, out of practice, or just want to sharpen your skills, we tailor the lessons to your needs.
Our instructors are patient, certified, and experienced in helping adults regain confidence. You can schedule lessons through our online system, and we plan around your comfort and availability.
FAQs About Refresher Lessons
How many lessons do I need?
That depends on your experience and comfort level. Some people need just a couple; others prefer to take more time. After your first lesson, we’ll give you honest advice.
Can I choose between manual and automatic?
Yes. You can refresh your driving in either type of car – whichever suits you best.
I'm nervous to start again. Is this course for me?
Definitely. We regularly work with people who are anxious or haven’t driven for years. You’re in good hands.
Where do the lessons start?
Lessons start in Amsterdam West, near Sloterdijk – close to the CBR exam centre (Naritaweg 150). That means you practice in the same area where you’ll take your test. It’s efficient and reassuring.
Happy Drivers
Reviews
Saida was brilliant, patient and really informative while keeping the lessons fun and enjoyable! I would highly recommend this to anyone looking to have driving lessons.
I had an excellent experience taking driving lessons with Saida. […] I was particularly nervous about driving on the highway. Saida really took time to understand what I needed and built up my confidence. It was really great to be instructed by her and she went out of her way to help me overcome my fears. I would highly recommend Saida as a driving instructor.
Such a good school, especially their instructor Saeeda who specializes in fear management in new drivers. She helped in boosting my confidence and actually start to enjoy driving. She was observant of my mistakes and had a very nice way to make me practice more. I would recommend Saeeda to anyone who might have fear of driving or trying it for the first time.
I really enjoyed Saida’s driving classes. I liked the fact that there was always a plan on how to improve my driving skills and the fact that after each lesson we had a discussion about how the driving session went and what we should work on improving next. She helped me as well in overcoming my fear of driving. I really recommend Saida!
I was very lucky that my friend recommended me Saida’s class! From the very first moment I felt comfortable, even I came to my first lesson stressed. She made me believe that I really can drive! Saida gives you as much freedom as you need during the class, allowing you to make small mistakes but learn from them. At the same time she is always ready to support and take over when it is really needed. Another great point that she gives you feedback after every class, so you constantly can grow! I am so happy to have my classes with Saida.
I had Hassan as my teacher and passed the exam on my first try. Overall, I was happy with how he was direct and to the point where it mattered and this ultimately led to fast improvement. At the same time, he was kind, friendly and fun to talk to, which led to a pleasant atmosphere during our lessons. Additionally, I struggled quite a bit with nervousness and a fear of driving. While Hassan was very considerate of this, he also pushed me to not doubt myself as much and helped me become a more decisive and confident driver. 10/10 recommend!
I am an experienced driver, but my driving license was not valid in the Netherlands. So I was looking for the intake lesson and liked the school Graduate from the first moment: quick response, exact understanding of my needs, good rates and accurate planning in everything. I had four lessons with Saida who was super reliable, attentive and caring. She guided me very well in a fun way and knew exactly how to improve my skills step by step. I passed practical exam on the first try thanks to Saida! I definitely recommend this school and instructor Saida many times over!
Saida was a great instructor. She was patient when I struggled and strict when she had to to make sure I was ready for the test. I really enjoyed my lessons with her and I got my license in the first try thanks to her guidance.
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Want to try before you commit? Our trial refresher lesson is a low-pressure way to start. You’ll meet your instructor, go for a short session, and get clear feedback on where you stand and what you need.