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Our Class 7 / Class 5 GDL program is designed for first-time drivers aged 14+ with a valid Alberta Class 7 learner’s licence or Class 5 GDL licence. We serve Calgary & Okotoks with calm, step-by-step training.
Basic: Best if you already have some driving experience or family support for extra practice. Includes 10 hours of in-car training — 5 lessons × 2 hours — with the option to rent the school vehicle for your road test.
Advanced: Best if you want extra confidence, more practice, and the option to use the school vehicle free for your road test. Includes 14 hours of in-car training — 7 lessons × 2 hours — or 6 lessons plus free use of the school vehicle for your road test during the 7th final session.
Ultimate: Best for completely new drivers starting from scratch. Includes 16 hours of in-car training — 8 lessons × 2 hours — or 7 lessons plus free use of the school vehicle for your road test during the 8th final session.
After registration, you’ll receive access to the 15-hour online theory course within 24 hours by email. Please check your junk/spam folder if needed.
The online course must be completed before starting in-car lessons.
We recommend booking lessons early while completing the online course. Most students begin within 3–4 weeks, depending on completion time and availability.
You’ll build real driving confidence, prepare for your Alberta road test, and may qualify for the Insurance Reduction Certificate, depending on your insurance provider.
Full course details available on the Courses & Pricing page.
📋 How to Register:
Please go to the Courses & Pricing page, pick your course, and click “Register Now.”
Or 👉 click here to register.
Once registration and payment are complete, the online course link and further details will be emailed to you within 24 hours.
(Check your junk or spam folder if you do not receive the email.)
🚗 Brush-Up Lessons or Brush-Up + Road Test Car Rental:
🔴 Important: Please Follow These Steps
1️⃣ Check availability & book your lesson first:
👉 Check & Book In-Car Lesson
2️⃣ Then complete registration & payment:
👉 Complete Registration & Payment
⚠️ Note: Once your lessons are booked, please complete registration and payment right after — otherwise, the appointment will be automatically cancelled.
📍 Your instructor meets you at the address you provide.
🧾 Road Test Fee: Paid directly to the Alberta Registry Agent.
👉 Click here to check & book Alberta Road Test
🔒 100% Safe & Secure Payment
Your payment is fully protected — we never see or store your card details.
At checkout, simply choose what works best for you — including Afterpay, which lets you split your total into 4 interest-free instalments.
✅ Safe • Flexible • Hassle-Free
🚗 Free Pick-Up & Drop-Off Driving Lessons in Calgary
Yes! Andy’s Driver Training offers free pick-up and drop-off for driving lessons in Calgary, including Calgary SE, Calgary SW, De Winton, and Okotoks.
Whether you’re doing the Insurance Reduction Course, Behind-the-Wheel training, or a Brush-Up lesson — you can start from home and finish at school or work.
No extra charge. Just convenience.
📍 Service Area Details:
• Calgary SE & SW, De Winton, Okotoks — Free home pick-up & drop-off
• High River & Diamond Valley — Meet at the Okotoks Costco Tire Centre
• Calgary NE, Calgary NW & Bragg Creek — Meeting point arranged in SE or SW Calgary
💻 Online Theory Course
Yes! The theory course is 100% online.
After you register and complete payment, you’ll receive an email with the course link and instructions within 24 hours.
📩 Don’t forget to check your junk/spam folder just in case.
You can complete the course from home on your computer or laptop — anytime that works for you!
📘 GDL Online Theory & In-Car Lessons
Once you complete the 15-hour online theory course (GDL program), we recommend booking your in-car lessons 2–3 weeks in advance — right after enrollment.
Please note: Alberta Transportation requires all GDL students to complete the full theory course before starting any in-car lessons. This ensures a safe, effective, and well-structured learning experience.
⚠️ Important Notice
As per Alberta Transportation guidelines, all GDL applicants must complete the full 15-hour online theory course before starting any in-car lessons.
This ensures a safe, effective, and well-structured learning experience for every student.
📝 Online Course Attempts:
You have three (3) attempts to pass the online theory course.
If not successful, it must be repurchased for $69.99 using a different email address.
That said — we’ve never had to resell it! With a little dedication, this course is very doable and straightforward.
✅ Our Pass Rate is High — Just Read the Reviews!
While many of our students pass on their first try, it’s not guaranteed.
We do everything possible to prepare you thoroughly for your road test — and we want you to succeed!
But it’s your test, and nerves or unexpected situations can affect even the most prepared driver.
That’s why we encourage you to explore all your options and choose the path that feels right for you.
Thank you for considering us!
🛣️ Do You Teach the Exact Road Test Route?
No — because there isn’t one fixed route. Examiners can go in any direction, and traffic or weather can change everything on test day.
That’s why we don’t limit practice to one area. Instead, we focus on building real-world confidence — preparing you for all kinds of roads, conditions, and situations.
Our goal? To help you pass your test and become a safe, capable driver for life.
👍 Behind-the-Wheel Training Only
You can enroll in our behind-the-wheel program without the online or in-class theory course.
Note: This option does not include the 15-hour theory course, so no insurance reduction certificate will be issued.
🔄 Reschedule & Cancellation Policy
You can reschedule your lesson yourself using the reschedule link in your booking email.
Please do this at least 48 hours in advance.
To cancel, kindly text us 48 hours in advance.
Late changes or no-shows will incur a $49.99 fee.
This policy is strictly enforced — thank you for your cooperation.
🚗 Training Cars Safety & Compliance
Unfortunately, NO—our driving school cars are fully insured with a 6D endorsement and registered specifically for training.
They are equipped with dash-cams, dual mirrors, an instructor-side brake, and clear training signage to ensure safety, legality, and visibility on the road.
🚘 One-on-One IN-CAR Lessons
These lessons are mandatory for your safety, insurance, and liability reasons — and to ensure the best learning experience.
Thank you for your cooperation.
👩🏫 Instructor Information
Currently, we don’t have a female instructor on our team.
However, all our instructors are experienced, respectful, and dedicated to providing a safe and comfortable learning environment for every student.
⏳ Everyone Learns Differently
Some students learn quickly, others take more time.
Those with prior experience usually do well, averaging about 10 hours of professional practice.
Research shows new drivers often need an additional 30 hours of practice beyond the basic course.
Practice makes perfect, but alone, it’s not enough to reach perfection.
📬 Insurance Reduction Certificate
The certificate will be mailed to your registered address within 2–3 weeks after completing both in-car and online/in-class courses.
(Training hours and performance must meet the required standards for eligibility.)
🔄 Certificate Reissue
Reissuing your insurance reduction certificate costs $49.99.
It will be sent via registered mail to your registered address.
🚗 Car Rental – Existing Students
$99.99 + 5% GST
Car only? Meet at the registry — no pickup or drop-off.
Car with lesson? Pickup included, no drop-off after the road test.
🆕 New Applicants
Must book our Brush-Up Lesson + Road Test Car Rental Package:
$299.99 + 5% GST
Includes 3 hours instruction — great for getting comfortable and a quick refresher before your road test.
Free pickup only (no drop-off) from home, school, or workplace within Calgary SE, SW, and Okotoks.
🚗 Transmission Type
We currently offer driving lessons only in automatic transmission vehicles.
All our cars are new Toyota Corollas with automatic transmission.
Manual transmission training is not available at this time.
📄 After Passing Your Test
The registry may be busy and take some time to issue your new license.
Please note, our fees cover the lesson duration only.
To avoid disrupting future lessons, we kindly ask all applicants to arrange their own ride after the test.
Thank you for your consideration!
💡 Refund Policy
We do not offer refunds once the course has started.
This includes all components of the program — classroom, online modules, and in-vehicle lessons.
If any part of the program has been accessed, used, or if the student chooses to withdraw,
no refund will be issued.
If the program has not been accessed at all, a refund may be requested.
Refunds will be issued minus a 5% transaction fee and a
$99.99 administration fee.
Prorated refunds are only offered if the school is unable to continue the course for its own reasons,
and are calculated based on how much of the program has already been delivered and completed.
E&OE (Errors and Omissions Excepted):
We reserve the right to update or correct any content, policies, or pricing without prior notice.
Thank you for your understanding and support.
⚠️ Important Notice
• All In-Class or Online sessions must be completed within 3 months of your registration date.
• All In-Car lessons must be completed within 6 months of your registration date.
This policy is strictly enforced — please consider carefully before enrolling.
🚦 Why Choose Andy’s Driver Training Before Your Class 5 GDL License?
• Over 12 years of experience training students of all ages and skill levels.
• Lessons designed to build confidence, safety, and real-world driving skills — not just to pass the test.
• Learn to understand road signs and handle real driving situations with ease.
• Completing our course may help lower your insurance premiums.
The skills and knowledge you gain with us will last a lifetime. Let’s build your strong foundation for safe driving!