Driving Training Services

Information about Driving Training Services
5290, Mount Gambier
Opening hours
- sunday: (closed)
- monday: 7:30-19h
- tuesday: 7:30-19h
- wednesday: 7:30-19h
- thursday: 7:30-19h
- friday: 7:30-19h
- saturday: (closed)
Driving Training School in Mount Gambier. Servicing Mount Gambier and the Limestone Coast. Focusing on quality instruction with patience and understanding.
Our comment from DrivingSchools.Directory about Driving Training Services:
Driving Training Services, led by the exceptional instructor Mark, is renowned for providing top-notch driving lessons tailored to meet the diverse needs of students. Particularly praised for his calm and patient approach, Mark excels in creating a supportive learning environment, making him an ideal choice for both new drivers and those with special requirements.
Customers have consistently highlighted several strengths:
- Outstanding Communication: Mark is known for his clear and straightforward instructions that help build confidence in his students.
- Personalized Approach: He takes the time to tailor lessons according to individual needs, ensuring that every student feels comfortable.
- Exceptional Patience: Mark's innate ability to remain calm and patient has been especially beneficial for those who feel anxious about driving.
- Comprehensive Knowledge: His extensive experience and innovative teaching techniques make learning to drive both effective and enjoyable.
- Supportive Environment: Many clients express gratitude for Mark's genuine care and encouragement, particularly with students who have learning challenges.
While most feedback is overwhelmingly positive, a minor critique mentioned the time spent in the driver's seat for demonstrations. However, this is quickly overshadowed by the numerous testimonials praising Mark's dedication and enthusiasm for teaching.
With numerous 5-star reviews and heartfelt recommendations, Driving Training Services stands out as a premier driving school in Australia, dedicated to helping learners achieve their driving goals confidently and safely.
Driving Training Services: Reviews
Fantastic experience: Mark is absolutely legend. My son is neurodivergent and they way he teaches and treated him was awesome. I would recommend driving training services to everyone especially neurodivergent people keep up the good work Mark
Fantastic experience: Mark is brilliant! My son is neurodivergent and Mark was incredible with him, would highly recommend The best teacher and just a great person in general. Thankyou so much!!!
Fantastic experience: If anyone asks me for a driving instructor, l would send them straight to Mark without hesitation because he is that good of an instructor, but not only that, he is a great man to talk to in and out of his workplace. He is truly the best out there
Fantastic experience: Recently just finished my driving with Mark, it was a great experience, feel like I’ve learnt a lot on how to be a safe driver. Very educational, and eased my anxiety about driving on the road.
Fantastic experience: Mark was an amazing instructor. He was very patient with means gave me all the tools needed to get my licence. I would highly recommend
Fantastic experience: Mark has provided driving lessons for 2 of my kids and his patient and honest guidance has been invaluable. Highly recommend!
Fantastic experience: I highly recommend Mark for anyone wanting to do their driving lessons. He is a very patient, supportive, and professional driving instructor who will get you through your driving lessons easily.
Fantastic experience: My mum just successfully obtained her license, she is 76 years old and the patients and techniques used to help her were nothing short of amazing. Mum wears a cochlear and can't hear great but Mark sent me videos weekly to help mum get through the sections she was having trouble with, so that I could explain it and get her to practice what was needed. Thanks so much for everything you've done.
Fantastic experience: I had the best driving experience with Mark.
Fantastic experience: Fantastic, thorough instructor who was nothing but supportive of my child. Recommend Mark highly, particularly for his calm and caring approach. Great with special needs students.
Fantastic experience: Really impressed with how thorough Mark is! Also appreciated his straight talking and genuine care. We had a long way to travel, he really put himself out to accommodate our needs.
Fantastic experience: Was a great driving school to learn with, I learnt lots of very useful information whilst having a great time, didn't feel preasured. Learnt lots of life skills.
Fantastic experience: I recently completed my driving training and test with Mark Briffa, and I couldn't be more pleased with the experience. Mark is an exceptional instructor—patient, knowledgeable, and supportive throughout every lesson. Their clear guidance and encouragement made all the difference in my confidence and skill behind the wheel. I felt thoroughly prepared for my test and genuinely enjoyed the learning process. I highly recommend Mark to anyone looking for top-notch driving instruction!
Fantastic experience: Mark is an absolutely legendary driving instructor. Highly recommend!! :)
Fantastic experience: Great driving instructor, very supportive and a really good teacher. Having Mark teach you how to drive is something I highly recommend.
Fantastic experience: Mark was a really good driving instructor.
Fantastic experience: It was very useful and thanks to Mark who gave us a lot of effort to teach us driving skills
Fantastic experience: Mark is a really good instructor, he's patient. and friendly. I recommend him to everyone Thanks for him.
Fantastic experience: Mark is excellent instructor. He is patient and kind And a good teacher. I highly recommend Mark to help you achieve your goal . Thank you
Fantastic experience: Mark is a fantastic instructor! He’s very patient and kind and a really good teacher. He helped me with my lessons and worked around any timing issues we had and if I didn’t understand something he would take the time to explain it to me. He’s the best pick for anyone who struggles with learning difficulties. Thanks Mark! :)
Fantastic experience: Mark is a great trainer. He explains concepts clearly and simply, and his top priority is driving safely
Fantastic experience: My fiancé needed to have her overseas driving license transferred to an Australian driving license. We were so grateful to have Mark as her instructor for her CBTA course. He taught her patiently how to read the traffic and road signs for Australian roads. Would definitely recommend Mark for new and overseas drivers!
Fantastic experience: Mark is an excellent instructor. He was very accomodating and has helped me despite my busy schedule. He is the best instructor in Mount Gambier.
Fantastic experience: I'm a senior amputee and had to take driving lessons to get my driver's license back I contacted Mark and it was the best decision I made I found Mark to be extremely professional, friendly, Patient and co-operative he was more than happy to answer any questions I had .Best of all I felt very calm at all times he made me feel confident. For anyone learning to drive for the first time or like me needing to get your license back I am very happy to highly recommend Mark to help you achieve your goal .
Fantastic experience: Mark is an excellent instructor. He has a weath of knowledge to share and is so calm and patient, especially with nervous drivers. I would recommend Mark to anyone looking for a top quality instructor.
Fantastic experience: Mark is a very good instructor. I learned a lot of skills from him. He is always helpful. I am happy to have a instructor and friend like him. Good luck to him.
Fantastic experience: Mark was an absolute pleasure to have as a driving instructor. One could not hope for a more pleasant and patient instructor during the learning process. I Highly reccomend Mark to any learner driver that needs lessons. 10/10
Fantastic experience: Could not be more pleased with our daughters experience! Mark worked at her pace and was very understanding of her neurodiversity. Communication with parents was excellent. We look forward to Mark training our son very soon.
Fantastic experience: Thank you, Mark, for your instructions. I have benefited greatly from my driving learner experience with you.
Fantastic experience: Mark is exceptionally professional and diligent. He would be the only one I would recommend when taking lessons and undergoing tests. His vibrant personality immediately puts the student at ease. He should be commended for creating such a positive learning environment for his students.
Fantastic experience: I highly recommend Mark for anyone who is trying to obtain their P’s. His instructions are very straight forward and clear, and is very calm and friendly person which helps you to relax.
Fantastic experience: Would highly recommend Mark! Great man who delivers outstanding, professional driver education! His understanding, patience and calm manner helped so much to build my confidence! Great sense of humour to
Fantastic experience: Had an awesome experience with Mark, a very patient and understanding instructor. Would definitely recommend booking in with him when going for your license.
Fantastic experience: Mr. Mark is excellent instructor..his way of teaching and skills are outstanding....I highly recommend DTS to obtain your licence...experienced, calm instructor ...
Fantastic experience: I had such a good experience having Mark as my driving instructor and would strongly recommend him to any people keen to obtain their license :)
Fantastic experience: My time as student for the driving services was the best thing I could wish for. Mark had always made me laugh when I needed it. But I learned a lot of amazing driving skills with him. Despite me Getting me getting my P's now I hope to see new learner drivers learn the great driving skills needed for your big step in life.
Fantastic experience: My son recently had Mark as his driving instructor, he found him relaxed, calm and patient. My son appreciated his encouraging and motivating teaching style. I also appreciated the feedback on my sons lessons and I was kept up to date with his progress. Thank you Mark
Fantastic experience: Mark has been a wonderful instructor for both my boys. He has been efficient yet very thorough. His patience and friendly nature made lessons enjoyable and his helpfulness in booking lessons was fantastic. I would highly recommend this service for any learner driver and will definitely be booking my 3rd son in with mark in a couple years time. Thanks Mark!!
Fantastic experience: Mark was fast to fit my daughter in and she was really comfortable with him and he was very knowledgeable showed her what she needed to learn and mark was also very positive an polite to talk to about anything thanks again mark
Fantastic experience: We were very lucky to fit into Mark's busy schedule as he was highly recommended! Mark was not only professional he also has exceptional patience with a caring demeanour and willingness to go the extra mile with various changes with picking up my daughter for her lessons,just fantastic all round. Thankyou Mark for everything and all your efforts,I know Dionne will miss you
Fantastic experience: I got excellent drive skills and excellent service.
Fantastic experience: I just completed my driving lessons with mark was a 10 out of 10 experience would definitely recommend
Fantastic experience: I had a fantastic experience with Mark as my driving instructor. He's incredibly patient, has a great sense of humor, and is wonderfully easy-going. Five stars!
Fantastic experience: Mark was great so calm and easy to drive with and made the whole process something to look forward to. Would highly recommend.
Fantastic experience: I am very happy to share my wife's driving class experience with Mark who helped her to get the driving license. He was very professional, patient, and friendly throughout the whole process. He taught my wife all the necessary skills and techniques to drive safely and confidently on the road. He also gave her constructive feedback and tips to improve her performance. He was always punctual, flexible, and accommodating to our schedule. He made the learning experience fun and enjoyable for my wife. She passed her driving test with flying colors, thanks to his guidance and support. I would highly recommend him to anyone who is looking for a reliable and effective driving instructor. He is the best in the business!.
Fantastic experience: I really appreciate all the help Mark gave me. I've had my L's for almost 2 years now and through the few lessons I did with him, I've made so much progress. I highly suggest asking for his help if you need it.
Fantastic experience: I couldn't ask for a better driving instructor in just 6 lessons I had my P's
Fantastic experience: Thanks so much to Mark at Driver Training Services in Mount Gambier.
Fantastic experience: Mark is a professional, highly qualified driving instructor. Would recommend to young and older. Full trust went in to him to help my Son obtain his license and he exceeded all expectations. My Son is now a confident and very safe driver. Thanks Mark.
Fantastic experience: I was very anxious about learning to drive, Mark helped me overcome this. He was patient and gave clear instructions. I highly recommend Mark 10/10!
Fantastic experience: Much respect
Fantastic experience: I got the best driving skills and good service
Fantastic experience: I highly recommend Mark due to his very thorough, professional and outstanding knowledge on driving and giving me the skills and confidence I needed to start my licence journey. Mark is calm and patient no matter the situation and he has helped me put my anxiety at ease. I can't thank Mark enough for all the guidance and encouragement that got me through this process.
Fantastic experience: I highly recommend Mark due to his professional and outstanding knowledge on driving. He has worked with my partner and I seen her confidence build every week. I highly recommend Mark to anyone. A well deserved 5 stars.
Fantastic experience: We would highly recommend Mark after our son has recently completed his driving lessons. He is very thorough & really engages the kids, with lots of helpful tips and advice. Extremely positive experience.
Fantastic experience: I just passed my final drive through mark and he was amazing through out every lesson. Makes you feel welcome and makes you feel relaxed. Highly recommend mark for anyone looking to do any lessons
Negative experience: The Instructor likes to switch to the driver seat and demonstrate manoeuvres and some times is in the driver seat for 10-20 minutes. In the Log book it says 'heavy penalties apply for false entries, the entry will be rejected and any licence issued will be void' if he writes 1hr 20 mins in the book but I was only in control for an hour, could this impact my chances of getting a licence?? I wonder what the DPTI would say about this???
I am so sorry you it has taken so long for me to reply I do not look at the reviews very often and in fact had to learn how to reply. I wish I could discuss what ever it was that motivated you to write this but I have no name to contact. If you have reason to think "The Instructor" has done the wrong thing please contact the DIT compliance and investigations. As I can't resolve this with you due to your anonymity I am sure the DIT team can clear up any confusion you may have.
Fantastic experience: Mark was fantastic and I would highly recommend him as an instructor. Very thorough, professional and knowledgeable, with great tips to help learn the assessable skills. He is also calm and patient and quickly puts students at ease. My son is at uni in Melbourne and Mark went out of his way to be available to give him lessons and get the test completed. Highly recommended.
Fantastic experience: Such a great time doing my cbt&a course with Mark! He was a great teacher and made me feel at such ease, answered any questions I had making sure I understood every thing thoroughly! Can’t recommend him enough, amazing driving instructor!
Fantastic experience: Mark made my journey to Australian Driving License worthy and successful. He is very patient with the learners and has a friendly way to teach. My learning journey was enjoyable and not scary. Mark kindly arranged few lessons after hours and over the weekend for me to match my work schedule, which made a great difference and I am really grateful for that. All my best wishes for Mark…☺️
Fantastic experience: Mark was very helpful and insightful, I learned a lot despite having years experience going into the lessons. He took criticism well when asked to accommodate my needs. Went above and beyond to be accessible for my circumstances. Thank you so much!
Fantastic experience: Excellent service. Mark is very knowledgeable and always willing to answer any questions you have.
Fantastic experience: I had Mark Briffa as my driving instructor. I would reccomend him to absolutely anyone, he made me feel comfortable whilst driving, was attentive and honest to exactly where I needed to adjust. Told me on my first lesson he thought it would be a waste if money if I didn't do my vort test asap so he booked it all in for me and after 3 lessons and a drive prior to my test, he allowed me to hire his car and pass on my first attempt. I couldn't be happier with how my lessons went down
Fantastic experience: Highly recommend Mark he was amazing, I have alot of anxiety and mark was very helpful with driving and teaching, I couldn't be more happy with how I was taught and would definitely recommend anyone to Mark, thank you so much Mark I'm so happy now!
Fantastic experience: Very nice guy and makes the driving enjoyable
Fantastic experience: I would absolutely recommend Mark Briffa. My daughter had her first driving lesson with Mark on her 16th Birthday. She completed her competency based training and passed her practical driving test three and a halve months later. I was invited to come along and after the first lesson I could see she was very comfortable. Mark is friendly, approachable, calm, patient and skilled. With his calm demeanour and humour he creates a relaxed environment that makes learning so much easier. it made me as a mother feel confident that she was getting the best basis for her future driving and it was great to take her driving myself after that without too much stress . Thanks Mark!
Fantastic experience: My son found Mark to be both an excellent teacher as well as entertaining and relaxed. He clearly and concisely explained techniques and procedures, spending just enough time to enable him to master skills and gain confidence in his driving ability. I strongly recommend Mark to any drivers looking to obtain their license.
Fantastic experience: DTS is absolutely amazing at what he does, Mark explains everything very clearly and shows you clearly how to do it, absolute legend i highly recommend Driving training services. Best in the Mount
Fantastic experience: Mark is a wonderful teacher, super friendly! I was extremely nervous about starting lessons but that quickly changed as he made me feel very comfortable and safe behind the wheel. 100% recommend to everyone I had a great learning experience
Fantastic experience: DTS is an absolute awesome driving instructor would highly recommend him to everyone, teaches you in a way that you understand and will answer all questions and queries that you have.
Fantastic experience: Mark was the best instructor! I was super scared and anxious about driving and every time he made me feel better and let me do things in my own time. He took the time to get to know me and how I learn best. I will recommend him to everyone I know needing to do driving lessons.
Fantastic experience: Highly recommended this service provider, Mark has a patient teaching style, great personality and offers different learning types.
Fantastic experience: I was a person that thought I'd never get my license because of personal issues but Mark really put in effort to help me get through the CBT training and get onto my Ps. He is a welcome and warm presence in the passenger seat compared to other instructors that I've had in the past. I will continue to recommend him to friends and family forever. What a champion
Fantastic experience: mark went above & beyond in everyway possible i wouldn't recommend anyone else but mark,charming instructor , his personality ,his skills to teach n learn is just mind blowing .i felt safe at all times during my lessons knowing my instructor had my back at all times while i was behind the wheel.his instructions simple n easy his humour helped me through many times on my low feeling down days.i appreciated your patience with me on many occasions,I'm going to miss having lessons with mark since I've now finished & that's all thanks to you for getting me through it all, thank you so very very much mark I'm so glad i went through my lessons with you , you are a top bloke never forget that .
Fantastic experience: Big thank you to Mark at Driver Training Services in Mount Gambier . Our son finally passed his Ps driving test after many lessons and hours of driving. Marks teaching skills go above and beyond - using a range of unique techniques and learning methods to teach someone how to drive. Combined with his wonderful kindness, patience and caring nature - it made the driving lessons and tasks enjoyable and achievable.. Highly recommend Mark to anyone who wants an incredible instructor to teach them how to drive -especially those who may have learning challenges. We honestly can’t thank him enough for helping our son with his lessons and to ultimately get his license -Thanks again Mark - you are one in a million
Fantastic experience: Mark is an awesome person to learn of great to talk to and super helpful and flexible. Highly recommend
Fantastic experience: Mark is an excellent driving instructor, his handling is great, his way of teaching driving is easy
Fantastic experience: I don’t just see Mark as a driving instructor but a Safety Coach who diligently instils in you the discipline and lifestyle of safe driving that protects you, your family and others. Mark is always on time and understands the cultural challenges of the migrant community.
Positive experience: Very happy with the training i received, would recommend any young drivers looking for an instructor!
Fantastic experience: Mark was an absolutely amazing help, super accommodating and is just a top guy. Super calm and made my training a breeze.
Fantastic experience: I would highly recommend Mark as a driving instructor. His incredible patience, very calm approach, clear step-by-step instructions and obvious high level of driving experience make him an excellent instructor. Not only did he teach my children to be safe, confident and responsible drivers, but he also ensured that they were competent in managing challenging situations. I have been remarkably impressed at how, sometime later, they have retained exactly what has been taught to them by Mark. Mark's unique and highly proficient approach to driver instruction makes him an absolute asset in our local community. We are lucky to have him in our area.
Fantastic experience: Mark was my instructor for my whole driving training. He gave me great confidence on the road due to his calm and very professional manner. I could not believe some of the situations that I was confident to manage by the end of my training. Mark is a brilliant instructor and my lessons became enjoyable very quickly. I found his sequence explanations really beneficial. I feel that Mark's teaching method was responsible for my near perfect score in the 'vort' test. Would recommend Mark very highly.
Fantastic experience: I would highly recommend Mark if you’re looking for a driving instructor in SA. Mark has a very calm and friendly personality with a great sense of humour. He gave very clear and simple instructions, all in which put my nerves at ease and built up my confidence driving on the roads.
Fantastic experience: I felt so comfortable and confident with Mark teaching my daughter how to drive. I’m someone who had a car accident in the past so I wasn’t overly brave to to even think of the idea my baby girl is about to drive herself but with Mark I started to gain that trust again. He is very patient and talented and has his special ways of showing young teens the correct way of how to drive calmly and correctly. I would definitely recommend him over and over again. He even goes out of his way to fit you in somehow even if he was fully booked. Thank you Mark, you are the best
Fantastic experience: Mark is an absolute outstanding mentor down to his patience, compassion, kindness, great sense of humour and ability to find the right type of balance between making teamwork and a firm teacher. I would absolutely recommend Driving Training Services to everyone and anyone looking to do driving lessons - especially if like me, you haven't had much experience driving outside of said lessons. Big thumbs up! :)
Fantastic experience: Mark is an absolute Legend, the best instructor in SA. I have been to many instructors but no one explains with details and clarity like him. I got passed finally but I know how to Drive safe. Thanks Mark
Fantastic experience: Really good driving instructor, calm patient and went out of his way to help when any issues came up. Would easily recommend to anyone looking to get their license.
Fantastic experience: Have never had someone so patient and understanding of my needs under stress before. Mark really is a good teacher if you've got severe anxiety. I was on my L's for 8 years until i found him. I gained enough confidence and he made sure i felt safe enough to be able to learn without stressing too much. I'm now happily driving safely on the road with my 4 yr old boy and don't panic at all. He really did help me and I appreciate it so so much.
Fantastic experience: Mark is an outstanding instructor with a wealth of knowledge in matters driving.He is a great communicator and very patient with his students. I’m now a safe & responsible driver thanks to Mark’s driving lessons. I highly recommend him.
Fantastic experience: A big thank to my instructor Mr Mark, he is a well motivator, professional and highly qualified trainer. He taught me not only to pass driving test but also to be a good and safe driver.
Fantastic experience: Mark was so patient whilst teaching our daughter, gaining her trust and building her confidence with his calm manner. His passion for teaching was obvious with his thorough explanation and direction. We cannot recommend him highly enough.
Fantastic experience: Helped me get though a lot of my anxiety while driving would definitely recommend giving him a try
Fantastic experience: Mark was excellent. Great communication and explained things really well to myself and my son. Highly recommend Mark.
Fantastic experience: Mark tailored the lessons to make things easily understood. I cannot suggest enough taking lessons from DTS.
Fantastic experience: Mark is a fantastic teacher was great with my anxiety. I highly recommend him.
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