LDC Driving School: Alex Hirst

A big well done to Noah for getting a first time pass in Huddersfield today. A great drive with only one driving fault! Noah’s attitude to self improvement with his driving has been exemplary and the hard work has paid off. Safe driving for the future Noah.

Congratulations to Ben for a great first time pass in Huddersfield today! A superb drive was delivered with just one driving fault. Ben received really positive feedback from the examiner on how well he used commentary to produce a lovely drive. Well done Ben, I’ll miss the laughs and banter!

Congratulations to May for getting a first time pass in Huddersfield today. May has always worked hard to progress her driving to the next level and definitely deserves today’s result. Happy and safe driving for the future!

A big well done to Sophie for great first time pass in Huddersfield today! A really nice drive with only four driving faults. Sophie has used commentary driving for the past few weeks to improve her planning and anticipation skills and it has paid dividends. Happy and safe driving for the future Sophie.

Hi everyone, in June I will be undertaking the legendary Fan Dance challenge in aid of the RNIB sight loss charity. The 24 km Fan Dance hike forms the first major hurdle on the infamous UK Special Forces Selection Course and is an indicator as to whether a potential recruit has the physical and mental determination to complete the course.

The challenge begins with an immediate ascent of Pen y Fan mountain in the Brecon Beacons, which is 2,907 feet (886 m) high. The route then descends on the other side of the peak with a pathed route to the halfway point before turning around and reversing the route. The return leg provides an even tougher challenge with the evil ascent back up the Fan known as Jacob’s Ladder.

I have no idea of the time I will get (SAS recruits must do it in 4 hours and 10 mins), I am simply going to do it as fast as my legs will take me.

I don’t put much on Facebook apart from stuff to do with the driving school but I would like to raise as much money as I can for this worthwhile charitable cause. I have set up a Just Giving page so please visit it and donate whatever you can, any amount is much appreciated.

https://www.justgiving.com/page/alex-hirst-1709855053229?utm_medium=fundraising&utm_content=page%2Falex-hirst-1709855053229&utm_source=copyLink&utm_campaign=pfp-share

Thanks Alex

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A massive well done to Erin on passing her driving test on the first attempt this morning! A great drive with only 3 driving faults. Erin has worked hard over the past few weeks to bring her driving up to test standard and it has paid off. Safe driving for the future, I’ll miss the laughs and banter!

Congratulations to Harry on a superb first time pass in Huddersfield today! A great drive with only two driving faults. All the best for the future Harry, drive safe.

After two recent superb passes (well done Ed and Jack👍🎉) I have now availability on Monday afternoons 2pm-4pm and Wednesday mornings 9am-11pm. Please get in touch for further details.

A big well done to Jack for passing his driving test in Huddersfield this week. A great drive with only two driving faults. Unforseen issues with my car meant that he had to use an alternative vehicle but he took the last minute changes in his stride. Many thanks to Jack's mum, Joanne, who stepped in last minute to take him to test. Safe driving for the future.

Congratulations to Ed for passing his driving test in Huddersfield today. Ed delivered a superb drive in very demanding conditions (heavy rain and standing water) with only 3 driving faults incurred. Great work Ed, happy and safe driving for the future.

Well done to Rhys for passing his driving test today on his first attempt! A great drive was delivered incurring only 3 driving faults. Rhys used commentary driving both in his lessons and ultimately on his test to make sure a high standard of driving was constantly maintained (the examiner even mentioned its successful use during the post test feedback). Happy and safe driving for the future.

Well done to Oliver for passing his test bright and early in Huddersfield today! A great drive with only 3 driving faults! Happy and safe driving for the future.

A big well done to Adam for passing in Huddersfield today. Adam had a superb drive with only one driving fault recorded! Happy and safe driving for the future. I'll miss the laughs!

Well done to Molly for passing her driving test today on the first attempt. Molly has worked hard in the last few weeks to get up to test standard and it has paid off. Happy and safe driving for the future!

I often post on my page about people who have recently passed their test, but to mix it up a bit I thought it would be good to give an insight into the learners who are relatively new to driving.

Erin started learning with me 6 weeks ago and was kind enough to do a quick Q&A at the end of her lesson today to give her thoughts on her learning journey so far.

Q. Why are you learning to drive?

A. To have much more freedom and independence.

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Q. What were your anxieties about learning?

A. I was worried about crashing the car, how safe I would feel, and the bad experiences I had heard from other people about learning to drive.

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Q. Did you have any preconceived ideas about what would happen on the first lesson?

A. Initially I didn't know what to expect, but following the home visit (before the lesson) the course programme was explained and I had a good idea of what would happen.

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Q. How did the first lesson go with regards to expectations versus reality?

A. It was a lot calmer and less stressful than I thought. Things in the lesson were introduced more gradually than I had assumed.

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Q. What are your thoughts on my instructional technique and the course programme?

A. I like the fact that the lessons are delivered in a relaxed informative manner. I also like the fact I know what will be covered in the next lesson. The Workbook is useful for reflecting on the lesson and identifying any areas for improvement.

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Thanks Erin for the feedback, keep up the good work!

New Driving Lesson Slots Available in HD8!

As a result of recent passes I now have the following 2 hour lesson slots available:

Monday 9am - 11am
Tuesday 2pm -4pm

**Update - the Tuesday slot has now gone**

Please message me for further details.

Well done to Nicole for a great first time pass in Huddersfield today. Nicole had a really nice drive with only four driving faults. Nicole has been dedicated to her learning from day one and thoroughly deserves today's result! Happy and safe driving for the future.

Congratulations to Lucas for a great first time pass in Huddersfield today. A lovely drive with only 4 driving faults! Enjoy the independence Lucas! Safe driving for the future.

Congratulations to Megan on a great first time pass in Huddersfield today! Megan had a superb drive only getting 3 driving faults! Megan's dedication and commitment to her driving lessons has been superb and as such she thoroughly deserves today's result! Happy and safe driving for the future!

A huge well done to Luke for passing in Huddersfield today. Luke had an amazing drive, resulting in a clear round (zero faults)!! Great work Luke! Happy and safe driving for the future.

Congratulations to Tayla on a great first time pass in Huddersfield this morning! Like lots of learners Tayla has had her ups and downs on her learning journey, but she has worked hard to improve her driving and thoroughly deserves today's result. Happy and safe driving for the future.

A huge well done to Siena for passing first time in Huddersfield today! Siena had a superb drive getting only three driving faults! Siena's attitude to her driving has been second to none and her determination to succeed has paid off. Happy and safe driving for the future!

A big well done to Melissa for passing in sunny Huddersfield today! A great drive with only two driving faults. Happy and safe driving for the future Melissa.

Congratulations to Kylan for a first time pass in Huddersfield today! All the hard work has paid off! Safe and happy driving for the future.

Congratulations to Alex for a first time pass in sunny Huddersfield today. A superb drive with only four driving faults! Safe driving for the future Alex.

A big well done to Esme for passing her driving test on the 1st attempt today in Huddersfield. Esme had a superb drive with only 4 driving faults! Happy and safe driving for the future!

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Help raise £5000 to Help Alberts Horse Sanctuary continue to do the amazing work they do for unwanted and mistreated animals in and around the Barnsley area. Weʼre raising money to Help Alberts Horse Sanctuary continue to do the amazing work they do for unwanted and mistreated animals in and around the Barnsley area.. Support this JustGiving Crowdfunding Page.

Not driving related but still very important to me and my family, this local animal sanctuary is really struggling at the moment so please help if you can. Many thanks!

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Well done to Jess for a superb first time pass in Huddersfield today. A great drive with only five driving faults. Happy and safe driving Jess!

Hi

Due to technical issues my old LDC Facebook site is no longer accessible and I have had to set up a new one (hence the recent re-posting of old posts). If you get the opportunity please can you share the new page with as many local friends as possible so that it can once again gain prominence in the HD8 area.

Your help and support is much appreciated.

Thanks

Alex