Driving Lessons in Abingdon

Passed my test with just 2 faults today! So happy and grateful to my instructor. He has been great and really encouraged me in my lessons. Even when i wasn't the best of learners and made so many mistakes. If you are looking to learn to drive you wont go wrong with Chad.

Paul Houghton is a honest and helpful instructor. I learned a lot from him. I was able to clear my test in first attempt.

Amazing, friendly and supportive driving instructor with a great sense of humour. Don was really reassuring. Thank you!!

I come from China, first time learn driving lessons in the uk. Very good cars and instructors. Very satisfied with all course.

Paul Houghton is a brilliant driving instructor. He is calm, passionate, sacrificial, and always ready to go the extra mile to see you pass. He'll teach you from scratch to the best you should be to pass your driving test. Not too much talking, just what you need. Thank you, Paul. I highly recommend this instructor. Thank you Drivejohnsons.

Passed my test today and wouldn’t have been able to do it without Don. He has been brilliant, from lessons to preparing for my test. 100% Recommend.

Patience, humor, challenge and a deep knowledge of how to pass the test. Don knew when to push me and when to shut up! He is a natural born coach. The rumors are true: he really is the best instructor in the UK!

Thank you for helping me pass first time :)

Eleri

When I first started taking lessons with Don I was a terrified learner (trainee as Don prefers to call it) driver and I have just passed my test with only 3 minors! I couldn't have done it without Don! Lessons with him are engaging and fun. He has a way of making you feel at ease, but at the same time not letting any bad driving practice slip through the net. He is very encouraging and does not ask you take any more lessons than you need, a rare trait! He keeps calm in what could be potentially really stressful situations, and really treats you like you're one of his cadets- he took the trouble to come in and try and jumpstart our car when it broke down, without asking anything for it. My husband is now taking lessons with him, and I would whole heartedly recommend him to anyone!! Thanks coach! :D

A great man and teacher. Chad shows professionalism and a range of knowledge in every lesson making you feel at ease that you are in the best hands.

Passed my test with Don, in a really short space of time. Sending relatives over from India in order to complete course! This guy is awesome, really helpful driving instructor and drive johnsons were really helpful in setting me up with Don. I would recommend Don to anyone who is looking to start driving. Thank you very much!

I phoned the drive Johnsons office and spoke to a really bubbly lady who advised me to take 2 hours per lesson which is brilliant advice because I would never learn in just a 1 hour lesson so anyway after 34 hours I passed my practical which I’m so happy with.

Thanks to Paul Houghton I passed my practical driving test. His lessons were very helpful and has good knowledge of the roads.
Thanks for all your help.

Couldn't of asked for a better driving instructor, i'd highly reccomend to anyone!

He gave me great support and also gave me great confidence in my driving skills.

Thanks once again Don!

Owen.

Don was a committed, attentive and dedicated coach who instructed me through trial and error, mistakes and bad habits. Don always made it very clear from the start that he really wanted his students to understand what it meant to be a good and sensible driver on the road and not just take lessons purely as a means of passing quickly and with that short sighted view in mind.

I would like to thank Don for the patience, enthusiasm and exceptional instruction he brought to my driving - my confidence on the road has improved- and would I recommend him to anyone looking for good quality teaching. Hats off and thanks to you Don and the many drivers you have seen through this important milestone!

Absolutely had a blast in my lessons with Don! He is a great instructor with a great sense of humour. Goes through everything thoroughly with you. I would definitely recommend him to everyone.

A masterful technician in his trade!!
Thank you my coach??

Absolutely amazing instructor and would highly recommend. All the reviews are true. Got a nervous middle aged woman to pass ready and feeling much more confident very quickly indeed.

I had a driving instructor before (through a different company) who was awful so I was nervous when I booked Don but he was amazing. Don is always in a good mood, I felt completely safe and relaxed in the car and learnt so much, especially with help from the Drive Johnsons learner page, so helpful. I felt Don had confidence in me and really listened to my concerns and what I struggled with and would create a good plan to combat these. I can't rate him highly enough, I've already recommended him to everyone I know.His jokes aren't as funny as mine though.

Don Russell - A League of His Own

I came to Don sceptical, sceptical of the claims made in his bio but I can tell you hand on heart Don Russell changed my life. I had been to driving instructors from John O Groats to Lands End none of which understood me for me. When I entered the car for the first time with Don it was a totally immersive experience. I was the car and the car was me - I suppose you could say the car became an extension of me. Forthright in his approach, firm in his beliefs, a coach who builds a team ethic with a strong, hard working philosophy but at all times fair Don made me realise that driving is more than just ignition, clutch, gas and go. Yes we clashed at times and yes we would discuss things me with my point of view and him with his but we would always and I mean ALWAYS be productive. When the day came to part ways after an astonishing zero minors on my test I can honestly say that tears were shed. Tears of appreciation to a man who's methods may not always be conventional but they always get results. Finally, I wouldn't say Don was the best instructor in the world but he's definitely in the top 1.

Lovely man and even better instructor. Thank you Don!

Don is a very punctual and straight talking instructor and that's what makes him special . He won't waste your time chatting about football , he's brilliant at what he does.

if I were to tell you about the things that went wrong today!!i could do it in 8 letters.....Nothing!!
However if I was to tell you about the positives about my first driving test, I'd write you a book..
Coach i salute you

I Booked an assessment lesson which was brilliant as the instructor assessed me and gave me some feedback on how I got on he advised me I needed around 30 lessons which luckily I passed first time with Drive Johnsons.

Couldn't think of a better driving coach - charismatic, intelligent, friendly, compassionate, witty - someone so much more than merely a 'driving instructor'. I've made a good friend and also managed to pass my driving test having turned 17 two months ago and having had no prior experience in a car nor how a car actually works. I am in no doubt I wouldn't have been able to do so without Don guiding me. If you're not sure who to book as your instructor then I stress you must book Don! Thank you so much for everything, owe you big time.

Cheers coach,

Louis

The best instructor a man/woman can ever ask for! Informative, funny and most of all... He's the man!!

Don is the best instructor I could of found. He came highly recommended. Don was very calm and keen to push me to learn to drive as fast and safely as possible. Could of done it this soon without Don.

Cheers Don

Hector

Chad is such a kind, helpful and caring instructor. Never made me feel pressured or panicked and every lesson was a relaxing and helpful experience. If you want to learn with someone that works at your pace and wants to see you succeed then he is your man.

I had the pleasure of doing a week-long intensive course with the man, the legend, Sir Don Russell. I had 25 hours of tuition with him and passed my test at the end of the week.

Don was a very calm and pedagogical instructor, whose focus was to get me to meet the required standards in order to pass at the end of the week. He knows his stuff, and knows what the student will be expected to demonstrate on the day. Importantly, Don was always in a good mood and seemed genuinely happy to be teaching. His uplifting mood was instrumental in building a rapport with me, which is pretty important if you're committed to spending ~ 25 hours of your week next to a stranger!

Don was recently awarded the 1st place out of 300 instructors by DriveJohnson's, for the most pupil passes in 2017. Well-deserved! I'll be back for the PassPlus course.

From first lesson I knew Don was the driving instructor for me. Doesnt waste your time or money. Pushes you but at the same time makes you feel at ease. I am a late driver and was very nervous but Don got me on the road in a few months and now im all over the place. Recommend him whole heartedly if you want an instructor who not only wants you to pass as soon as your ready, but wants you to be the best driver. Go with Don!

Passed my test on the 18th Oct, I know for a fact I wouldn't of done it without don in my corner , a awesome driving instructor, who I gladly call a friend, I would highly definitely recommend don ,he is a credit to drive johnsons establishment

YESSSS!!!!! I passed my test with only ONE minor fault.

When I met Don first time for an assessment I immediately knew he was the type of instructor I was looking for. His approachable personality and great sense of humour made me feel at ease.
I just can't thank Don enough for his invaluable teachings and insights.
I highly recommend Don to whoever is looking for an instructor.
Thanks again Don - You are the BEST !!!

Don is a brilliant instructor - he is patient, competent and fun. I passed first time, and would strongly recommend him.

Such a talented instructor. With a great depth of knowledge.

I was super nervous about driving but Don quickly put me at ease, was patient and encouraging and didn't fail to make me laugh when I needed to calm down! Couldn't have passed my test without his support. I would (and have already) recommended him to others!

Don - the man, the myth, the legend. I went from pretty much never being behind the wheel to passing on my first go in 6 weeks. He truely knows his stuff when it comes to coaching how to drive - even to students like me who question and debate every instruction, so that not only do you become a good driver in general but also know how to pass the driving exam. So overall you can't go wrong if you go with Don :D

An unforgettable experience. Such a great coach with a smile that is forever present.
It was a long journey but a memorable one too. I would not of been able to manage if it was not for Don being by my side, I have already recommended him to many of my mates and will carry on to do so.

Thank you so much for everything you have done!!

Hugh

Don has been a great driving instructor over the months the best I have ever had. Upon getting in the car with him for the first time I knew he will be the coach to get me through and pass the first prestigious time. I highly recommend Don is one of a kind driving instructor and I will continue to tell all my friends and family about him. Sadly our ways have to part now as tears where shed It was a happy yet emotional day . 10/10 genuine down to earth guy I'm glad to have met him . Will take his great advice with me to the grave .
Fair well my Coach

Dom the legend him self a god amongst men a top quality driving instructor with good sense of humor and positive attitude. Would definitely recommend

Great instructor, good sense of humour. Would recommend to all the nervous (and not so nervous) learners out there :)

Thanks to Paul Houghton I passed my driving test. Very priveleged to have him as my instructor. He never hesitated to
share his helpful and crucial knowledge of the road. Certainly a great teacher.

Thank you for all the help you gave me

I called Drive Johnsons for some advise as I had never had lessons before, I spoke to a really nice lady on the phone who advised me to start with an introductory lesson. I was really pleased with how well both the office staff and my instructor dealt with my needs and could fit me in up to my test day which I passed. Thanks for all your help. I’m finally on the rood Beep Beep!

Very useful instruction which helped me a lot since coming to this country and passed my test first attempt.

Don is a great instructor I had an international licence and needed to pass my uk test and Don was recommended to me by my wifes friends. He is calm, patient, very helpful and gave me great confidence, I had about 10 hours of lessons with Don and passed first time.

I would strongly recommend Paul for driving lessons. I passed first time with only 1 minor and he was helpful and supportive throughout my learning journey.

Was so impressed with the drive 1st time pass...,was on it from the off!!
The high tempo approach was effective.
If I'm honest it'll go down as one of my most fluent performances behind the wheel.
Special thanks to drive johnson's & coach superb combination.

My parents had brought me a voucher for some lessons for my Birthday so I could start my lessons and im so glad they found Drive Johnsons as I passed my test today with 3 minor faults.

Don is the best instructor anyone could ever ask for!
He was the only one to support me in this long journey. When I started I was so insicure and scared but Dons' great teaching abilities, and of course his great sense of humour made it all so fun and easy. I always looked forward to having lessons with him.

Thank you so much Don, I could not have done this without you! I'm so happy to have passed my driving test but most importantly I'm so happy that I've found a life long friend like you! :)

Simmy

Very good instructor with loads of experience. Good technique, skill and sharp humour.

Drive Johnson’s & Coach are proving to be giants of this profession,it’s been one of the significant epochs of our time.

I passed first time with Don!
He is very patient, friendly and at the same time efficient coach.
I would recommend him to any of my friends.