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Hamza Gulzar - 27-02-2024 - Learner Driver

I started off very nervous when it came to driving, but Shakeel, was the best instructor I could have ever wished for. He’s straight to business and doesn’t make you wait around and waste unnecessary time. Absolutely fantastic instructor who made it so much easier for me to pass.

W. P. - 21-02-2024 - Learner Driver

‘Shak is an excellent driving instructor’ that was how my best friend recommanded you to me, and from the first lesson I knew you where just the right one for me! Before writing this review I had to read previous reviews, I m happy to say that with you everyone is good enough to pass and they could! From what they said I thought everyone was special not just me, what’s more for me is you knew I’m a difficult learner but you didn’t give up on me for years until I passed my test finally... Always safe guarding us through as I had to learn with my child in the car (which many instructors don’t accept), it was like you have ten eyes round when I miss danger on the road you bounce on the wheel/brake. Now looking back, I think that the driving hour for me was a ‘face my fears’ therapy, with your incredible calm,patience and teaching I learned to let my thoughts fly peacefully to drive safely whatever the mood/weather. I can’t recommend you as you deserve, so I’m going to start by Alisha dear (you can’t have a better instructor than the kindest Dad... you know! ) and my self for my PassPlus, I am not going to ask someone else. Thank you very much

Ben shields - 14-02-2024 - Learner Driver

Taught me a lot about myself couldn’t have asked for a better instructor.

Fahim Ahmad - 03-02-2024 - Learner Driver

Thank you for helping me pass my driving test.

Not only did you help me get my driver's license, but you also taught me how to be a safe and responsible driver. I will definitely recommend you to my friends who are looking for a driving instructor.

Asim Hussain - 31-01-2024 - Learner Driver

I passed !!!! First time and I can honestly say its down to the best driving instructor ever shak has helped me overcome so many fears and I have learnt so much about myself and about shak. Shak isn't just an ordinary driving instructor he's one of a kind such a magical man a true friend he will help you no matter how anxious you are! Thank you so much shak👍 what an awesome man.

Naeem Jogee - 26-05-2023 - Learner Driver

If you don’t think Shak is the best instructor then idk what world you live in 😂 He is so patient and always pushes you to do your absolute best. He is a genuine guy and from the first lesson with him I felt like I’ve known him for a long time, which made me a lot less nervous. Thanks to him I passed first try and I would 100% recommend him…I highly doubt there is anyone as good as him.

Samira - 28-03-2023 - Learner Driver

Shak is a patient and encouraging instructor who pushes you to do your best. He is very accommodating and also helps you understand not only driving but yourself. After exactly a year of lessons together happy to say I have passed... could not have done it without Shak!

Jodie Bushell-Butler - 22-02-2023 - Learner Driver

Honestly can’t thank Shak enough, the most comforting and patient person who genuinely cares about how you’re feeling. Sad to not be seeing him once a week anymore but so happy to have passed. Would not recommend anyone else to learn with. :) x

Ezme - 05-11-2022 - Learner Driver

Shak is an amazing driving instructor and I feel very lucky to have found him. I was a nervous wreck from the moment I entered his car and right to very end, but Shak helped me deal with the nerves, was very patient and encouraging. I really couldn't thank him enough! 100% recommend!

Cristina - 25-06-2022 - Learner Driver

I very recommend mr. Shak. He is very kind, calm, he knows how to explain everything that everyone can understand, his methods to teach is very good. Even if my English is not that very well, I could understand everything of what he was teaching me. Shak taught me how to drive safely not just how to pass a test!Drive Shak driving school is the best possible way to learn to drive and pass your driving test.

Cry - 22-06-2022 - Learner Driver

Shak is a very kind and encouraging Instrutor who makes you feel very confident and also connects with you like his a friend. He made me feel very comfortable while I was driving no pressure but I learnt the correct way. would recommend him to anyone who’s planning on learning to drive!

26-05-2022 - Learner Driver

Great driving instructor. Would highly recommend. He very understanding and helped me a lot with any issues I had whilst driving.

Khushi - 12-05-2022 - Learner Driver

Couldn’t have asked for a better instructor. Shak has been understanding, patient and really guided me to become a safe driver. Being an anxious person, people often find it difficult to get through to me but Shak was persistently positive which allowed me to grow in confidence on the road :)

Samiyah - 11-04-2022 - Learner Driver

Amazing instructor, very patient and is willing to Repeat and practice any areas your not as confident in. Would 100% recommend to anyone regardless of your level or experience!

Reingel - 16-02-2022 - Learner Driver

Absolutely amazing driving instructor, very patient, and very motivating. Will always push you to reach your potential. Would 100% recommend shak to anyone.

Holly - 05-01-2022 - Learner Driver

I was a very nervous driver to begin with but driving with Shak really helped me gain confidence on the road. He is very understanding and explaining that driving is not actually as scary as you think. Very grateful to have been taught by him!

Courtney Boulton - 17-11-2021 - Learner Driver

I have never felt more at ease driving than when I was in the car with Shak. He is so patient, kind and understanding and is genuinely there to guide and help you throughout your journey. I could not have done it without him, I highly recommend :)

Nimisha - 19-08-2021 - Learner Driver

Such a great instructor! Very patient and supportive and really helps you boost your confidence when driving! Would 10/10 recommend :)

Laila - 19-06-2021 - Learner Driver

Great instructor, very friendly, always on time and amazing lessons. Not the type to waste neither your time or money . I passed from the first time , he gave me so much confidence in my self . Thank you

Arkadiusz - 19-05-2021 - Learner Driver

Brilliant instructor, always very helpful and friendly, I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend him to anyone.

Aisha - 14-05-2021 - Learner Driver

Shak helped me from day one of beginning to learn how to drive. I felt like I really gained those skills to become and independent driver, passed first time so thanks shak!

Pedro Alves - 27-04-2021 - Learner Driver

Great teacher, amazing lessons, highly recommend to my friends. Thank you very much for everything Shakeel!

Sabahat - 08-12-2020 - Learner Driver

A friendly instructor who helps you get the best possible results. He gives you great confidence and is an amazing instructor

Bianca Muna - 15-10-2020 - Learner Driver

Shak is always patient and very helpful. He is an amazing instructor and would recommend him to my friends and family!

Ellie Hawkins Hall - 12-03-2020 - Learner Driver

The best driving instructor I could've asked for! Always friendly, encouraging and helped boost confidence so much. Would highly recommend.

Calista Muna - 02-02-2020 - Learner Driver

Shak is a great driving instructor, really helpful and patient. He made me feel relaxed before my test. I would highly recommend Shak.

Sania Malik - 24-12-2019 - Learner Driver

Passed first time! Great driving instructor,really helpful and patient. Very pleased with everything. I would highly recommend Shak as a driving instructor.

Bruna Micheli - 22-12-2019 - Learner Driver

I’m very thankful for found an instructor like Shak, very calm and patient. He made me feel secure for my drive test.

Nara Brunelli - 22-12-2019 - Learner Driver

I’m very thankful to Shakeel, because he gave me the confidence that I need to pass on my driving test. He is a excellent instructor, very calm and patient with us. I highly recommend him for those who need a instructor because he is very competent, responsible and is committed with his job. Thank you very much, Shak.

Emilija - 09-12-2019 - Learner Driver

Shak is a great person and skilled driving instructor. He is very encouraging and motivational as he pushed me to my greatest potential. He believed in me even when I didn’t. 😊

Ella Forbes - 21-11-2019 - Learner Driver

Shak you are a legend! There were laughs, tears, high fives, emergency stops and hugs! Shak is so much more than an instructor, not only can he prepare you incredibly well for your driving test but for life in general too! I felt so safe in the car with him, his instructions are clear and easy to understand, he makes driving fun and he has so much patience it’s unbelievable! Thank you so much Shak for a cracking journey :) 100% would recommend!

Merita Z - 08-07-2019 - Learner Driver

A great person and instructor, he will prepare you not only for the test but for the rest of your life. Thank you very much for helping me pass first time☺️

Raluca - 03-05-2019 - Learner Driver

It was a journey, but it was an awesome one! With an extraordinary patience, Shak will make sure you get it done. Even if he has to repeat the same thing 10000 times :)) always safe, always on top of everything (including your thoughts), he really is dedicated!! Also, very flexible on schedule, honest about your mistakes and in the same time gentle, he knows how to boost your confidence and how to make the lessons fun! Best teacher i had in my life, i would recomend him to everyone. I passed the test, but more important, i gained a friend! I really can't thank you enough, Shak!

Maariya - 26-04-2019 - Learner Driver

Amazing instructor!!Helped me build confidence and would deffo recommend

Shakeela Malik - 08-03-2019 - Learner Driver

Shakeel Sahab you are great and honest with your students and your work.

Isabella - 28-01-2019 - Learner Driver

Shak is an amazing instructor who made my lessons laid back and fun whilst really pushing me to reach my full potential. His encouraging manner and patience made me feel very relaxed and he always made sure I corrected my mistakes, no matter how long it took! I enjoyed chatting to him during my lessons and I am extremely grateful that he was there to push me to pass. Defiantly recommend him to anyone!

Kelly - 06-12-2018 - Learner Driver

Excellent instructor. Incredibly patient and supportive, lessons were flexible, overall great experience. Highly recommended.

Ebrahema Saho - 03-12-2018 - Learner Driver

Shak is a brilliant instructor he knows what he is doing and most important of all he knows how to deal with non confident students in terms of getting them ready for the test. Shak did not only teach me how to drive but he did teach me a lot of things to do with everyday life. Best man I’ve ever met so far SHAK 😘😘

Izzy - 13-11-2018 - Learner Driver

I would definitely recommend Shak as a driving instructor! He was encouraging and patient as well as making lessons fun, while being serious about learning to drive. He was also very motivating when I was struggling to understand certain parts of driving and when I was having bad days!

Molly - 23-09-2018 - Learner Driver

Shak was a brilliant instructor, he was extremely coherent when giving instructions and I found his techniques to learn numerous manoeuvres easy to remember! He was supportive and was able to have a laugh yet be serious when it was needed! I would definitely recommend him because he was a fab teacher and was very patient when I was struggling to do certain things and kept his calm when things went wrong even if I didn’t!!

Wasif Khan - 12-09-2018 - Learner Driver

If a philosopher can pass then so can you with Shak!! Shak had been a tremendously dedicated teacher from the point of start to the Finish(date of passing the exam). Unlike the regular driving instructors, Shak remained keen in pushing me to try to correct my mistakes. Take note that Shak would never pamper you for your mistakes but will make sure that you get the driving done safely or will push you to a point where you surpass your limits. (So hang in there for a while if you are a mummy daddy kid!) What I gOt to learn with Shak apart from just driving, and benefits of doing it with shak had been: 1) The nervousness of the test day became close to 0 as Shak had already been pushing me to ready for the exam date (Personal benefit) 2) TOP NOTCH KNOWLEDGE with respect to the routes the examiners actually take you through on the test day. (VERY BLOODY IMPORTANT IT IS!!) (Passing Test Exam benefit) 3) Shak as an instructor towards me had been a scenario of proper Tough Love! Would point out every mistake. Would tell straight forwardly the lessons i required as a student and last but not the least, would also get into my nerves to a point where i said Screw you wasif!! Do it right!! because if shak would not kill you for the same bloody mistakes then I sure will !! (To myself) 4) Shak has wonderful control of the car and surroundings when sitting next to you and can be as safe as an error-less computer in terms of his job. (Highly Professional and dedicated towards his job) Thanks Shak for bearing with a terrible student who would drive in his head alot of times and got you in trouble too HAHA!!

Qian You - 31-05-2018 - Learner Driver

Shak is a very professional and experiecned driving instuctor, he has a real insight into teaching his students how to drive better. After passed my driving test, I also had pass plus with him to gain more confidence on motorway, it was great! I would highly recommend to my friends and colleagues which I already did!

Harriet - 04-05-2018 - Learner Driver

Shak is an excellent instructor and very patient. He helped me build confidence and improve my driving. He\\\\\\\'s a wonderful teacher, highly recommend.

Abi Chastney - 21-02-2018 - Learner Driver

I find it hard to believe in myself and lack confidence and after years of various instructors and many lessons I never thought it would happen and I began to lose hope. Then a friend recommended Shak and I\\\\\\\'m so glad I persevered as he got me through my test 1st time!! Thank you so much. I would 100% recommended him to anyone I know.

Sam Tester - 03-10-2017 - Learner Driver

Shak is a phenomenal teacher, He got me through my test in the time scale he said, was very patient easy going and makes you feel at ease.

Noor-ul-ain Ali - 26-09-2017 - Refresher

Mr. Shak is an excellent instructor, he has excellent control over vehicle during lessons, very sharp, attentive and good in telling small details of your mistake. I am grateful to him for helping me pass my test.

Moiz - 27-07-2017 - Learner Driver

Very good instructor. Teaches you what you need for the test and the real world. Great experience.

Josie - 01-05-2017 - Learner Driver

Had the best time learning to drive with Shak. He was kind and patient, especially with my nerves, and helped me to be more confident with myself, which I am so grateful for. Couldn\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\'t recommend him enough!

Megan Ralph - 01-04-2017 - Learner Driver

Thank you so much Shak! Brilliant teacher and very patient and understanding. So pleased and couldn\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\'t have asked for a better teacher. Will definitely be coming back soon for some motorway lessons!

Fanny - 30-03-2017 - Learner Driver

A very big thank you to Shak for your encouragement and your strong support i will definitely recommend you to anyone you are the best. Thank you so much for believing in me and giving me the courage to pass my test

Ione Bowden - 30-03-2017 - Learner Driver

I learnt a lot through Shakeel about driving and about myself. He is a phenomenal teacher who is capable of dealing with most things. I recently passed and I am so grateful to Shakeel for this. He taught me to overcome my fear and made me believe I belong on the roads. I would recommend him to anyone. Thank you so much.

Hamzah Khan - 27-03-2017 - Learner Driver

Great driving knowledge and knows how to get the best out of you.

Ramesh - 14-03-2017 - Refresher

I recently passed my driving test in first time, with only Three minor faults. This can definitely be attributed to Shakeel,who was an amazing teacher through and through - he was patient and friendly,good time keeping, good and clear communication, and his instruction to \\\\\\\\\\\\\\\"always remember the simple things\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\" was very helpful throughout. I will definitely recommend to anyone,Thanks Shakeel cheers

Aneeqa malik - 19-01-2017 - Learner Driver

Great and patient teacher! Would definitely reccomend Shakeel, as he was extremely patient, motivating and an overall good teacher, who also taught me qualities about myself I didn\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\'t identify before.

NAVEED AHMAD - 02-12-2016 - Learner Driver

I was very lucky to have Mr. Shakeel as a driving instructor. He was very direct, very patient, easily approachable, encouraged me and was kind enough to answer all the questions i had whilst learning. I highly recommend him!

Michał Mikołajewicz - 19-10-2016 - Learner Driver

Thank you Shak, not only I learned how to drive but also I learned lots about myself. I enjoyed every lesson and would recommend to anyone :)

Katie Ballam - 11-10-2016 - Learner Driver

Great driving instructor, passed first time around would definitely recommend to anyone

Kamran Haider - 08-09-2016 - Learner Driver

Thank you Shak. He is great Instructor.i passed first time.

Alex Langner - 17-06-2016 - Learner Driver

THANK YOU SHAK, great instructor,passed first time! couldn\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\'t more highly recommend!

Nadine Zainudeen - 11-10-2015 - Learner Driver

Shakil is a great instructor! He helped me boost my confidence and gives you amazing techniques to improve your driving skills. He is very patient and flexible. But most of all, he is a friendly person. I really enjoyed my lessons with Shakil and would definitely recommend him. Thank you for everything.

19-09-2015 - Learner Driver

Well Shak managed to make the person with the world\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\'s worst hand-eye coordination pass first time with 5 minors. There were times when it was very stressful and, nearer the beginning, I felt that he made me handle situations that I perhaps wasn\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\'t ready to handle at that point. But I survived and honestly Shak did teach me very well because he\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\'s a superb driver. If you can take criticism and feedback with an open mind, then you\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\'ll be fine with Shak. Driving was also a lot of fun with him; some of the later routes are challenging (in a good way) and the discussions were amusing and interesting. Would recommend.

Gerald odirah - 27-07-2015 - Learner Driver

Thanks Shak,passed the test with just 2 minors. great instructor, knows how to motivate his students to believe in there self.. highly recommended.. thank you so much.. God bless!!

Snowy Jiang - 12-05-2015 - Learner Driver

Shak is an excellent driving instructor! I learned lots of great driving skills. Patient and understand! Thank you to help me building my confidence in driving! I was so excited when I passed my test ! See you soon in my pass plus lesson ! Thank you!

Mohammed - 04-05-2015 - Learner Driver

Couldn\\\'t ask for a better driving instructor. Helps you and gives you lot of confident in your driving ability

Maham - 18-04-2015 - Learner Driver

Amazing instructor! Recommend by my cousin, his way of teaching amazed me & I would for sure recommend him to everyone!.. For those who want to learn quick & pass, he\\\'s the guy for sure! He does not waste your time in anyway & focuses on teaching you to become a better driver. Thank you Shaks!

Zohaib Kashif - 03-04-2015 - Learner Driver

Thanks Shak enjoyed learning from you, and you done a great job on teaching me, keep up the good work will surely be recommending you to others. Passed in 13 lessons with only 2 minors good job. Comfortable to drive with and great instructor. :)

Fatima Zaeem - 09-03-2015 - Learner Driver

One of my best experience of learning driving from Shak. Excellent teacher which brilliant techniques to overcome learner\\\'s weakness. Professional approach with sincerity makes him best and I am glad to have a journey with him. I passed on my second attempt. He is also very flexible and friendly and arrange classes at short notice. 100% satisfaction is guaranteed. When I will drive, I will always remember you. Thank you for the guidelines and lovely time. Thank you

Daniel Deacon - 23-02-2015 - Learner Driver

Thank you Shack! Tought me well passed first time 3 minors. exceptional service. will definitely be recommending. pleasure doing the lessons with you! Thanks daniel

Hatice A. Malik - 12-02-2015 - Learner Driver

Shak is an excellent driving intructor, at the very first lesson I understood how good he was and how lucky I was to have an instructor like him. He is a master in what he is doing, he knew when and how I was going to make mistakes and taught me how to correct them in a calm and encouraging way. He was monitoring my progres by taking detailed notes and finding the most suitable way that would work for me. He is incredibly patient!!!! Even with me, I am a really panic person when I used to make a mistake I used to go crazy and he would always patiently support me saying \\\"Go to the simple, leave it behind\\\". He is such an brillant motivator that he made me believe in myself so I passed with him at the first time. I highly recommend him to anyone who wants to be able to drive like a proffessional, because he doesn\\\'t only prepares his students for the test day but he also makes them ready to drive in any traffic condition. If you want to be a proffessional driver and have fun during the lessons Shak is the one who will do it for you. He is alovely man, will miss having lessons with him.

vikrant rawat - 29-10-2014 - Learner Driver

Great motivator and confidence builder , very pleasing personality , he is always happy to arrange driving classes at short notice ... thanks to him that i passed my driving test in first attempt .. he always gives you the correct information regarding all the rules and regulations , his explanation of things very clear and elaborate so that it becomes easy to understand...thanks a lot shak for making me good driver ...your next student will be my wife :-) definitely recommend to a lot of people :-)

Mia swell - 28-08-2014 - Learner Driver

Shak is an amazing instructor he got me passed within 3 months of learning with him pushes you to your ability and is a really nice guy would defiantly recommend him!!!!

Cameron Mackie - 20-05-2014 - Learner Driver

Shak is a awesome driving instructor, helped me through everything and is a really nice guy! Highly recommend ! Thanks Shak

Hasnat Raja - 19-05-2014 - Learner Driver

Brilliant Instructor, very highly recommended! Had a great experience, ticks every box. I learnt quickly and felt so comfortable and confident throughout the whole experience.

Muhammad khan - 15-04-2014 - Learner Driver

Highly recommended. Very patient and understanding. Not only improved my driving skills but also gave me confidence and helped me kill my nerves. Thanks to him I passed in my first go. Wouldn\\\'t have been possible without his guidance I would have never passed it leave alone in first attempt. Many thanks for your help. Will surely recommend to all.

Chris Thornton - 17-03-2014 - Learner Driver

Fantastic Instructor, extremely effective teaching style and very friendly even when you make mistakes, if you need a driving instructor then look no further, you won\\\'t find better.

Ben Jones - 14-12-2013 - Learner Driver

Shak was my second instructor, and he was by far the best!!! I hadn\\\'t drove a car in 3 years, but within a short space of time he managed to eliminate my bad habits and made me a more confident driver! Highly recommended! Thanks again Shak, you\\\'re awesome!

Rick - 03-12-2013 - Learner Driver

Shak is a really good teacher, he uses simple techniques, he is calm, patient, friendly and he certainly knows his stuff. His lessons are fun and enjoyable, highly recommended, Thank you :)

chris whyte - 27-11-2013 - Learner Driver

Shak was a great teacher used simple techniques that were easy to understand, passed first time and all i can say is that it was because of him and his teaching. would recommend him to anybody learning to drive

Muhammad Zeeshan - 16-10-2013 - Learner Driver

Shak is an excellent and very supportive driving instructor, he knows how to make you feel comfortable while driving, gives you confidence and his teaching techniques are really effective. He understands his customers and work in a very intelligent way according to the learner\\\'s needs. I passed my driving test in the first attempt :D (on 14-10-2013) and all credit goes to Shak. Don’t let your family, friends or relatives waste their money and time with any other driving instructor (if you are within the Sussex\\\'s areas which are covered by Shak). I would highly recommend Shak to everyone. Thanks again Shak.

Hugh - 04-02-2013 - Learner Driver

I recently passed my driving test first time, with only a couple of minor faults. This can definitely be attributed to Shak, who was an amazing teacher through and through - he was patient and friendly, and his instruction to \\\"always remember the simple things\\\" was very helpful throughout. Thanks, Shak.

Paige Bowden - 05-01-2013 - Learner Driver

one of the best people anyone could have helping them to learn to drive. he was able to keep calm when i went wrong and was able to show and tell me how to correct the mistake in a way which i would be able to understand. i passed first time! and with only 3 minors. that clearly says somethign about his way of teaching! i would recommend him to anyone.

Cameron MacRae - 19-11-2012 - Learner Driver

Very good instructor! keeps calm and explains in detail very well, passed first time thanks to him making me a confident and safe driver

Megan Griffiths - 19-11-2012 - Learner Driver

I was recommended to Shak\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\'s driving school by Cam, and before that Shak taught Cams family and their friends. There was a reason for this as he is a great teacher who tailors his teaching to fit each individual learner. I was so happy when I passed. Shak is a great teacher and I would recommended him to anyone.

Praveen Jayarajah - 31-08-2012 - Learner Driver

Shak is brilliant, he makes you confident at driving no matter what happens on the road. Thanks to Shak, I passed my test and his lessons throughout were always enjoyable as he was friendly and funny. Thanks Shak.

Devy Patel - 02-08-2012 - Learner Driver

Thanks to Shak I passed my driving test, he supported me throughout and boosted my confidence and because of him I made great progress in my driving and he is a truly great instructor because he is so calm and friendly. he has always pushed me to get the best out of me, so thank you very much Shak for you help and support!

Nicole Bailey - 03-06-2012 - Learner Driver

After failing my test for the first time with a previous instructor i thought a change was in order plus a recommendation to shak.I can safely say he is the best at teaching people to drive. he makes driving fun with his memorable sayings, patience and incredible encouragement.On my first lesson with him after failing he was really positive and made me feel really comfortable. He\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\'s not only a great instructor but a really lovely person. Thank you Shak!

Leon Maclean - 04-05-2012 - Learner Driver

I passed my driving test 1st time today with Shak! After having a recomendation i decided to give driveshak a go and i couldnt of asked for a better instructor! His very calm attitude and great way of explaining things makes you feel very comfortable and confident in the car which is important! He pushed me to achieve the best and had full confidence in me. His saying \\\\\\\\\\\\\\\'always remember the small things\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\' is so true during the test as when you get nervous they all seem to go out the window, so tought me through tough situations and sinarios which is how i passed! Very highly recommended. A big thankyou for all the advice and support you gave me! All the best.

HS - 26-04-2012 - Learner Driver

I was recommended by my brother who passed first time with Shak. Although it had been some time since I had taken lessons with previous instructors, I was impressed by his calm attitude and approach towards his teaching, as well as providing the necessary confidence and ‘always remember the simple things’ instructions, which I found out to be so true during the test. I passed first time and is highly recommended. Thank you and hopefully looking forward to completing Pass Plus in the near future.

Vishal Patel - 24-02-2012 - Learner Driver

Shak is great, very patient and always thorough with his teaching. I recommend him to all new learners, he will make you pass because he enlists confidence into you which allows you to take on any situation.

Abigail Obeng - 24-01-2012 - Learner Driver

I passed my driving test today after taking hundreds of lessons with different instructors. When Shak was recommended me to by a friend, I found that I had made such a big progress in my driving. Shak is a brilliant instructor who really pushes his students to achieve the best of their potential. He explains all the manouevres in a clear and simple way (Won\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\'t forget my numerous attempts at reverse around the corner!) I will also never forget his motto \\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\"Always remember the simple things\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\" Thank you Shak for all your help, support and advice.

Abbie Stewart - 06-01-2012 - Learner Driver

After Shak managed to teach my sister to drive I thought i\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\'d give him the challenge of then teaching me as well, and what a wonderful job he did too. Marks on the windows to make sure you can line up the parking bays and the figure of 8 steering part just made it all the better. Still remembering the \\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\'fainting goat syndrome\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\' and wiggling my toes when I panic. Thank you very much for all your wonderful experte! Couldnt have done it without you xx

Arslan - 03-01-2012 - Learner Driver

Passed my driving in my 1st attempt, this is just because of Shak\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\'s nice and easy instructions. Thanks Shak

Rebecca Reynolds - 11-10-2011 - Learner Driver

Shak truly is a brilliant driving instructorwho i can\\\\\\\'t recommend highly enough. His teaching method is clear and simple; I still hear his catchphrase as i drive around, \\\\\\\"just do the simple thing!\\\\\\\" Even though i found learning to drive very challenging and emotional at times, lessons were still thoroughly enjoyable. I never thought I\\\\\\\'d pass but we made it in the end, and i will always be grateful for Shak\\\\\\\'s kindness and patience. xx

Samuel Jefferies - 22-07-2011 - Learner Driver

Not only are you a great instructor but a great friend! Thanks for everything Shak. Look forward to doing the pass plus with you. You truly are a great man.

Mohammad Arsalan Gul - 16-06-2011 - Learner Driver

Shak you are a legend...2 weeks and passed due to the fantastic way you teach your students amazing... really took care of me made sure i would not fail...best teacher in the hole world and a lovely funny person from the heart...would highly highly recommend shak as teacher...he nows what he is teaching also takes it very serious to make sure you get 100% rersults of passing... thankyou again shak for helping me pass, will see you soon...

Beth Reszke - 10-06-2011 - Learner Driver

Shak has been an amazing instructor and has helped me to pass my driving test first time! His teaching is clear and simple, and he is so understanding and provides you with the confidence and ability you need. I would definitely recommend Shak to anyone wanting to learn to drive. Thank you!

Hassan - 26-05-2011 - Learner Driver

I was recommended Shak as an instructor by a friend and he is brilliant. I and my friend both had our driving test on the same day and we both passed on our first go. He builds up your confidence and his teaching techniques are simple but very effective. I would highly recommend to anyone who wants to pass first time. Thanks shak.

Mobeen Yousaf - 08-02-2011 - Learner Driver

shak ur best......... ur brilliant ways to teach made me a driver today........it was a huge fun to learn from u......and i would like to say that u have a better techniques to teach rather than anybody else.....n the best thing about u is the courage which u give to ur students.....i passed my test just because of that courage....thanks alot

Sarim Qamar - 14-12-2010 - Learner Driver

Wicked instructor. Tried an instructor before and failed but Shak knew where I was going wrong and put me right in a week and a half. Highly recommended to anyone who wants to learn and also a wicked guy.

Patrice Cox - 09-12-2010 - Learner Driver

I passed my test today which is an amazing feeling and its all down to my brilliant instructor Shak, i cant beleive it,I am so happy. I would definatley recommend him to anyone, he is the BEST instructor in the world. I tried 4 instructors before I found Shak, I am so glad I didnt give up or else I wouldnt have found him. I am also going to do the Pass Plus. Thank you so much for everything your the best.xx

Saria Omar - 26-11-2010 - Learner Driver

Well whatever I write about Shakeel is not going to be enough.Transferred to Shakeel from another instructor,after being unsuccessful twice.He is a really good person and instructor.He understands the student first and according to that he teaches in a very professinal manner.He is brilliant and patient,worked really hard with me,puts confidence,belief and trust inside the student.He is the BEST of the BEST.Whenever I am driving his words are going in my mind especially \\\\\\\"dont forget to do simple things\\\\\\\"Many thanks again.You Rock and highly recommened.Passed on 22-11-2010 :)

Iraaj Vohra - 23-11-2010 - Learner Driver

Transferred to learn with Shakeel from a another instructor, and the difference was mind blowing. The way he taught each maneuver was so simple, and the way he deduced the problems in your driving were pin point accurate. Such a lovely, funny, down-to-earth guy, would absolutely reccommend to anyone! Passed today, first time with Shakeel, 1 minor!

Frankie Harper - 19-11-2010 - Learner Driver

Cheers for everything Shak! its been emotional....! Learning with shak is the way to go, passed really quickly and was alot of fun! Thanks again!

Luke greenfield - 14-10-2010 - Refresher

Learning with shak is the way forward! i was on the road in no time its a shame we cant go back and take the lessons again it was a pleasure.. Thanks shak

shaks daughter - 13-10-2010 - Refresher

hey daddy your websitez awsome i love the yoda hez cool love u loadz alisha xxxxxxx

melissa greenfield - 06-10-2010 - Learner Driver

Passed today!! woooohooooo! So happy! Shak is amazing had two previous instructors and by far Shak is the best!Such a nice guy and a very good instructor!! Would recomend him to anyone! :) Was a pleasure to meet such a lovely guy! :) x x x

Mahvish - 20-09-2010 - Learner Driver

woooo passed!! thank u soooo much it was great learning with u all that hard work paid off thnk u !! advice every1 to go with shak!!

Serena - 30-06-2010 - Learner Driver

Shak is awesome! I passed a couple months back and i never thought i would but shak built my confidence up and pushed me so i would pass and i did, i would recommend him 2 anyone. Im hoping to do my pass plus in the future, thank you for everything shak :) x

David - 30-06-2010 - Learner Driver

I have just passed today first time with two minors thanks to shack, he has been the best totally profesional and a outstanding tutor and person!!!i would recomend him to anyone hes that good, thanks very much mate im looking forward to pass plus!see you soon

Oli - 15-05-2010 - Learner Driver

I am writing this after a week of freedom, driving around all over the place, with a shiny new licence. I am 28 years of age, some people say if you haven\\\\\\\'t passed by then you never will - this was not the case, thanks to Shak\\\\\\\'s unique and excellent teaching methods. Do not be in any doubt, Shak is the man with the knowledge to teach you. His lessons are varied, interesting and informative. His car is extremely easy to drive. What more do you want? Currently looking forward to doing Pass Plus in the near future.

Jenny - 18-12-2009 - Learner Driver

I learnt with Shak for a month and a bit after being a learner for about 2 years. He really helped me improve my techniqe and build my confience. I passed first time and I couldn\\\\\\\'t have doe it without him. He\\\\\\\'s an amazing teacher I would reccomend him to everyone! Thanks Shak :-D xxx

Barbara - 16-12-2009 - Learner Driver

I would recommend Shak to anyone. He is a brilliant instructor and a great person! Passed my driving test first time today and its all down to the help of Shak. Thank you so much for pushing me and believing that I was able to do it. Looking forward to Pass Plus.

Kate - 08-12-2009 - Learner Driver

Brilliant! Passed 1st time! Thank you so much Shak! I would recommened you to everyone, you really built up my confidence and gave me loads of tips I will always remember. Thank you! xxxx

Alice - 18-11-2009 - Learner Driver

Thank you very much for teaching me how to drive. you\\\\\\\'re a good teacher and gave me lots of confidence. i would recommend you to everyone thank you again

Dhiren Sudra - 01-10-2009 - Learner Driver

I Really Enjoyed all my lessons with you shak, It went really quick, we may have rushed it abit but we got there didnt we, all the lessons were really enjoyable and i am so happy that i passed 1st time, you gave me the confidence and i am really greatful for that, thanks for everything and il see you on the road one day maybe

Tasha - 28-09-2009 - Learner Driver

I dont really know where to start :) probably with sorry its so late!! haha .. I can\\\\\\\'t believe I wont have anymore lessons :( it still hasn\\\\\\\'t sunk in! I really enjoyed learning to drive and Shak always made the lessons fun :) apart from making me do turn in the road as a punishment down the same road every time! .. He has increased my confidence soo much and has taught me things I never would have understood!! .. Thanks to Shak I managed to pass first time even with the test man that doesn\\\\\\\'t like him :D lol! .. Thank you for everything Shak :) going to miss you and our little chats!! will never forget the text ringtones! haha always made me laugh! .. Would recommend Shak to anyone he\\\\\\\'s an amazing instructor :) .. Take Care Shak :) keep in touch xx

Holly Jefferies - 15-09-2009 - Learner Driver

Shak is one giant Legend. I had a teacher before him who just made me so paranoid & made me feel like I was stressing her out, which stressed me out to the point where I HATED driving. Shak, however is a driving/therapist, and swapping to him was one of the best decissions ever. He puts a lot of confidence into his students, which is a big part of driving. I got home from my test about an hour ago, and with shak\\\\\\\'s help, I managed to pass with ONE MINOR. this man is a miracle worker, I never thought I could do it, and I never would have done without his help. thank you soo much!!

Leanne Stewart - 07-09-2009 - Learner Driver

Learning with shak was really good :) we had a laugh whilst learning to drive..and now second time lucky i have passed :) thank you x

Yasmin Newman - 10-07-2009 - Learner Driver

PASS FIRST TIME!!! I was so relieved, I didn\\\\\\\'t think I could do it but Shak made it possible (cheesy) =]. Thank you soooo much! I highly recommend you learn with Shak; always calm and positive. See you soon.

Danielle - 10-07-2009 - Learner Driver

I had 40+ hours of lesson with another instructor and didnt seem to be getting anywhere..however, after having just ONE lesson with shak, I feel better and feel I can make it already...

Izzy - 03-06-2009 - Learner Driver

Learning with Shak was a right laugh :) We had fun, and I learnt really quickly as he was able to push me as much as I needed to be pushed. Would reccomend him to anyone learning to drive :) 10/10 :D xxxxx

Chloe - 30-04-2009 - Learner Driver

I Had Such A Fab Time Learning To Drive.. I was Originally Nervous Starting But Shak Built Up My Confidence And I Passed First Time..Woop. Even With A Reverse Park!! The Lessons Were Always Fun And I Learnt Alot!! Would Definatly Recommend Him To Others! :) \\\\\\\'Do The Simple Things\\\\\\\' Still Goes Through My Head Now Im Driving!! Thankyou Again.. xxx

Louise - 08-04-2009 - Learner Driver

I originally started learning with a larger driving school but didn’t seem to be getting anywhere. I wish I had started learning with Shak. Although I didn’t have that many lessons with Shak, he really impacted my driving. By giving me confidence, making me understand about driving and having a giggle (!) I was able to pass first time!! Woop!! Would, and have, recommend him to others. Thank you again Shak xx

Millie Starcke - 07-04-2009 - Learner Driver

Shak was my 3rd driving instructor and most definately the best!! He was recommended to me by my friend Chloe and when I came to him I had a fair ammount of experience but NO confidence and didnt know the logic behind a lot of the things I was doing. Shak built my confidence enough that I passed first time! and also explained all the theory behind the driving so that it was a lot easier for me to understand what I was doing. I definately made the right choice to take my test with Shak, he has boosted my confidence and kept in touch to see how my driving is going now that I have passed and helps me out with tips every now and again - I will keep \\\\\\\"doing the simple things\\\\\\\"!! (Also his car is sooo nice to drive, its actually amazing!!) xx

Jemma Taylor - 17-03-2009 - Learner Driver

I got recommended shak by 3 of my friends who all learnt and passed with him, i was with another instructor before and only mangaged about 3 lessons with him and lost all my confidence, but then there was shak! i was nervous on my first lesson but after a few the nerves went and every lesson was a laugh...even though he was probably laughing with fear half the time! i miss all the times he told me \\\\\\\'Do the simple things!\\\\\\\' or \\\\\\\'DONT think about being good, just BE good!\\\\\\\' i have recommended him to everybody because he can make anyone feel comfortable and he really boosts your confidence! i passed in about 4 months with shak first time! although i was glad i passed, i miss the lessons! Hope to see you driving along! 10 out of 10 shak! THANK YOU!!! xxx

Duncan - 05-03-2009 - Learner Driver

10 out of 10!! I had a great time learning to drive with Shak! When i first started i was really nervous but Shak put me at ease with everything and a few weeks after started i couldn\\\\\\\'t believe how far i had come!! Shak made learning to drive good fun and easy. I recommend anyone who is looking for an instructor to learn with Shak 100%!! AND i passed first time!!!!!!!!

Amanda Rapley - 19-02-2009 - Learner Driver

Sorry it\\\\\\\'s taken so long to put this up here Shak! Just been so busy driving about. Id really like to say thankyou so much for helpin me pass. i was with Bsm previousy and was just going round in circles. Shak really helped me break the barriers i had with my driving amoung other things and really boosted my confidence. And the lessons were always a laugh. It\\\\\\\'s weird driving on my own now, not hearing \\\\\\\"Do the simple things\\\\\\\" everyother second ha. Thanks Again, Your a Star. xxx

Chloe Isaacs - 01-02-2009 - Learner Driver

I truly believe that if you have low confidence whilst your driving, Shak is the man to help boost your confidence...lessons filled with fun and very helpful advice helped me overcome my nerves which wasn\\\\\\\'t an easy task let me tell you!! Even though i probably scared shak half to death with some of the things i used to do, he still kept repeating \\\\\\\"DO the simple things\\\\\\\" which made it a whole lot easier. When im driving along now and get stuck his words always come back to me! Two of my friends recommended him to me, and i have sung his praises to everyone else. Lovely man who\\\\\\\'s lessons i am missing...\\\\\\\"dont try to be good, just bee good,\\\\\\\" \\\\\\\"just DO it\\\\\\\"!! thankyou very much shak and hope to see you around whilst im cruising along!! xxx

Vimbai - 29-01-2009 - Learner Driver

Ha ha! Shak really had his work cut out with me! I know I\\\\\\\'ve been HARD WORK, but let me just say if this man could get me through my test, he will definitely get you through yours! If you\\\\\\\'re reading this and wondering whether or not to book this instructor...stop wondering and do it today, he is brilliant at what he does. I am a real perfectionist and my confidence was shot to pieces after a failed test with a different instructor. I came to Shak as I was unsure of my ability as a driver and was on the whole, just not confident with what I was doing. After my first lesson, I knew I would be comfortable with Shak and I liked the fact that he teaches you to drive for life in any situation, not just to get through the test routes. As an instructor, I have to say that Shak is in a completely different league. He really took the time to understand not just what was going wrong with my driving, but why. His methods of correcting bad habits and mistakes are insightful, intelligent, sometimes hilarious, sometimes unconventional, sometimes seemingly harsh (but not in a bad way!), but trust him...he knows what he is talking about and if you listen and DO THE SIMPLE THING, Shak will make you a good, confident and safe driver! You may even learn some valuable life lessons along the way! He is someone who will go the extra mile for you, is tough when he has to be, but always a great laugh, and for me, this has been an amazing experience! Shak did not give up on me even when I wanted to give up on myself and today I finally passed...what an amazing feeling! Shak, as you can see, I\\\\\\\'m still as long-winded as ever but it all had to be said! If I could give you 10 stars I would! Thank you for everything, and if ever you need a lift anywhere just holler!!

Sadyia Khan - 13-12-2008 - Learner Driver

An amazing instructor, would recommend him for any one.I passed first time. Thanks a lot for all your help. I\\\\\\\'ll always remember to do the \\\\\\\'simple thing\\\\\\\'. thanks a lot again!!!!!!!!

Dale Sturgess - 25-11-2008 - Learner Driver

Top quality tuition Shak is professional but friendly with a patient but persistent teaching style. Recommend Shak to anyone he\\\\\\\'ll see you through that test!!!

Dan Andrews - 14-10-2008 - Learner Driver

Great instructor and amazing tuition! Passed first time, in 3 months with Shak! Would recommend to anyone!

Rosie Hilton - 22-09-2008 - Learner Driver

i got recommended Shak not knowing what i had let myself in for as im not the researching type, he was a star!! straight away i knew i would be comfortable with him just because he can have a laugh! i passed first time in just over 3months with absoloutly amazing tuition!! i would recommend him to anyone of any age because he will make the lessons as comfortable as he can by increasing your confidence, and isnt affraid to tell you when your going wrong but put in the nicest way possible.. beware- he has a panic button! haha thank you so much shak you did wonders! xxx

Rosie Hilton - 22-09-2008 - Learner Driver

oh yeah and he is the BEST for advice ever!! if you have a problem with friends or anything he has the best advice for you, gives you something to do while driving down the country roads,obviously while concentrating!! and also \\\\\\\"dont think about being good... just BE good\\\\\\\" and \\\\\\\"do the simple things\\\\\\\" haha oh man im missing you! xxx

Rhyan - 01-08-2008 - Learner Driver

Top Quality instructor! Would definitely recommend and have done to all my mates! Great fun,top class tuition. Shak helped me to pass first time, with no previous experience, in just over 3 months! Which was great!!!! Many thanks! Have fun learning!!!

Simon Knivett - 25-06-2008 - Learner Driver

Great instructor...helped me greatly get through my test...would really recommend!

David Odimayo - 30-04-2008 - Pass Plus

Well i am lost for words... The standard of instruction was flawless, Shak gave me the best start possible as to how to travel on the road safely. The feeling of passing and passing well i will never forget. I strongly recommend his services.

Rosie MacRae - 04-04-2008 - Learner Driver

I was recommended Shak as an instructor by a friend and taking their advice was a really good idea! I started off with no driving experience in December and have now passed in just over 20 lessons. He helped me believe in myself as much as he did. We had a great laugh and although I was incredibly pleased I passed saying goodbye was sad. I would recommend Shak and already have done to all my friends! Fun lessons, brilliant instructor and a lovely man.

Mark Deacon - 18-02-2008 - Learner Driver

I started learning to drive with Shak at the end of Novemember 2007. Having no previous driving experiance I thought learning to drive might take some time. Thanks to Shak I managed to pass my test first time in less than 20 lessons! I have already recomended him to friends and will continue to do so! Have fun learning....

Shaun Reszke - 17-12-2007 - Learner Driver

Aaah man, its the end of the road for us!! Im going to miss your black eyed peas ring tones!! As glad as i am to have passed, learning to drive with you was a laugh from beggining to end!! I would recommend this guy to everyone, especially people who feel they may get dis-heartend easily!! This guy is quality, i cant really imagine myself learning from anyone else, he finds ways to deal with problems deeper than may appear, and its a great comfort when blaming yourself or feeling down about something wrong you did because he always has an answer for everything, very smart man!! And its great that he gets annoyed at other drivers for there stupidity!! Hes a smart man with great mentallity and thinks outside the box where other instructors will not!! He is the Don Vito Corleone of driving instructors, he is The Godfather!! And when you do something, and he looks at you and smiles, dont question it, you have pleased the man, its a smile i like to call\\\\\\\"THE SHAK SMILE\\\\\\\"!!! Cya later buddy!!!

Philsa Khaliq - 09-11-2007 - Learner Driver

Shakil really helped me overcome my problems with passing my test, i had tried with two different instructers previously which got me nowhere but when i started learning with Shak I felt a huge difference and passed my test!!!!!!!!!! He is a great instructer!!

Immie - 01-11-2007 - Learner Driver

I came to shak because i had a rubbish instructor previously, and she really knocked my confidence. After my first lesson with shak i felt alot happier with my driving, and carried on driving with him and after a few weeks i was taking my test and i passed first time!!! wooo! I got on really well with Shak, and he made me love driving again. Every lesson was great fun and a total laugh. I am now looking in to doing my pass plus with him, as i really enjoyed my time with him, and all of my other friends that have been learning with him have enjoyed it too.. i would recommend him to everyone and anyone! have fun learning!!! ;) :) ;)

Ben Akehurst - 06-09-2007 - Learner Driver

I came to Shak from another instructor already having done 15 hours worth of lessons. In that time I had already picked up some bad habbits. Shak discovered these quickly and made sure I corrected them. Shak also teachs at your speed. If your finding somthing hard, he wont brush it to one side, he finds a way to over come the problem quickly. I found my driving ability had got better after every lesson. I managed passed my test first time! Thanks Shak

Siobhan - 28-08-2007 - Learner Driver

Shak is an excellent instructor who made the lessons great fun. With his wide range of knowledge and experience he helped me over come my fears, become a confident driver and pass my test first time. I will definitely recommend Shak to all my friends

Siddharth Jethwa - 02-06-2007 - Learner Driver

I used to think that all comments were made up- but Shaq really is an excellent instructor. His teaching methods compared to other instructors I had were straightforward and easy to understand. You can see progress being made after every lesson towards passing the test. He also managed to boost my confidence in dealing with other road users by putting me in at the deep-end. And yes, I also manged to pass my test first time around! Thanks shaq.

Iryna Yuille - 28-05-2007 - Learner Driver

Every lesson with Shak was enjoyable. He gave me confidence and made me believe I could pass first time, which I did. Will recomend to all my friends and family. With Shak I found not only a good instructor but a good friend.

Shaheer Aziz - 14-05-2007 - Learner Driver

Quality instructor, knows what he is doing and has got a good teaching style. I recommend this instructor as i passed first time

Diane - 04-03-2007 - Refresher

I recently completed a refresher course to assist in parking. Shak was extremely patient and had countless tips to assist in the mindfield that is parking. He instilled confidence and I\\\\\\\'m very pleased I undertook the course.

Yolanda Foley - 02-03-2007 - Learner Driver

Excellent Instructor. Makes you feel comfortable & confident when driving. Knows a lot & has lots of experience, plus he\\\\\\\'s a good laugh. You can even pass 1st time!!!! Shak is great!!!

Natalie - 07-12-2006 - Learner Driver

Shak is a brilliant instructor. He has an amazing personality which makes driving more fun! He helped me build my confidence up on the road which has really helped me find driving more relaxing when i go out on my own. Every lesson was very enjoyable. You are guaranteed to pass with Shak!

Ben Hall - 30-11-2006 - Refresher

Shak has an incredibly calm manner and great psychological insight. He enabled me to understand my chronic fear of driving and break out of a vicious cycle of nerves and haste. I would happliy recommend him to anybody seeking high quality driving instruction.

Richard Smythe - 29-11-2006 - Learner Driver

Learning to drive with Shak was not only pleasant and friendly but also informative. Shak helped me overcome all my problems that I had previously failed on. Shak offered a stress free learning experience. Lessons were structured around what I felt I needed help with.

Sean - 28-11-2006 - Learner Driver

He was a good teacher and a great laugh. He did well to calm me down when it all got a bit stressful and managed to curb any road rage! All in all would recommend him to anyone