Driving lessons
Get the best start behind the wheel
Learning to drive is an exciting time, but it’s also a big responsibility. Our team of highly experienced and accredited driving instructors will guide you to success behind the wheel, setting you up for a lifetime of safe and confident driving.
At RAA, you can train via the log book method, also known as Competency Based Training and Assessment (CBT&A), or we can provide training to prepare you for your Vehicle On Road Test (VORT).
Log book (CBT&A) driving lessons
90-minute lesson
Log book method:
- Your instructor will guide you through a variety of driving situations as you learn the skills required to be a safe and confident driver.
- This method breaks your learning-to-drive journey into achievable steps.
- As you successfully complete each of the 30 required tasks, this will be recorded by your instructor.
- Upon successful completion of all these tasks, you'll be issued with a Certificate of Competency.
- You'll then need to work towards completing 75 hours of supervised driving, including 15 hours at night (to be recorded in your log book).
- Then you're ready to get your provisional licence.
It’s important to know:
If you change instructors during log book training, your new instructor will need to check you can successfully perform any skills that have already been signed off.
| Log book lesson prices | |||
| No. of lessons | Member price | Non-member price | Member saving |
| 1 | $115 | $125 | $10 |
| 3 | $342 | $375 | $33 |
| 5 | $565 | $625 | $60 |
| 10 | $1100 | $1250 | $150 |
| Book online or call us on 8202 4444 | |||
VORT driving lessons
60-minute lesson
VORT (Vehicle on Road Test) method:
Your instructor will prepare you for your VORT test.
RAA conducts 60-minute VORT practice tests from our Mile End, Modbury, Elizabeth, Marion, Colonnades and Mount Barker Shops.
A VORT with an examiner takes about 45 minutes and involves general driving and the successful completion of 5 low-speed manoeuvres:
- 3-point turn
- reverse parallel park
- U-turn
- angle park
- moving off from parking on a hill
The general drive will include a variety of situations like:
- turning onto busy roads
- driving along narrow streets
- turning at traffic lights
- negotiating roundabouts
The examiner will also be observing your overall control of the vehicle.
The VORT is pass or fail, so it’s important to experience as much supervised driving practice as possible before taking this test.
It’s important to know:
- Your VORT examiner must be different to your driver training instructor.
- Breaking any road rule during a VORT results in an immediate fail.
- Passing a VORT requires successful completion of the 5 low-speed manoeuvres and at least a 90% mark in the general drive.
- If you fail you must wait 14 days before attempting another VORT.
To get your provisional licence you will also need to complete at least 75 hours of supervised driving, including 15 hours at night (to be recorded in your log book).
| VORT lesson prices | |||
| No. of lessons | Member price | Non-member price | Member saving |
| 1 | $85 | $95 | $10 |
| 3 | $220 | $285 | $65 |
| 5 | $370 | $475 | $105 |
| To book call 8202 4444 | |||
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Why choose RAA driver education?
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Safe driver program
Getting your Ps is a massive milestone, but it’s only the start of staying safe on the road. Take your skills to the next level with our safe driving lessons. -
Discounts for RAA members
RAA members get discounts on driving lessons. Buy a multiple-lesson pack and save even more. -
Log book or VORT
With RAA, you can train using the log book method, also known as Competency Based Training and Assessment (CBT&A), or we can prepare you for your Vehicle On Road Test.
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Friendly and accredited instructors
We've got instructors all over Adelaide and we hold them to the highest standards. Plus they have a Police Clearance, follow our Child Safe Policy and have training from Autism SA. -
Refresher courses
A 60-minute lesson with one of our instructors will help refresh your driving skills and give you confidence knowing you're up to date with the latest rules and regulations. -
SA's largest driving school
We’re Adelaide’s largest driving school, so you’ll find an instructor and time that’s right for you.
Important steps to earning a full licence in SA
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1. Earning your Ls
To get a learner’s permit, you’ll need to complete a 2-part theory test at Service SA.
Part A: Correctly answer all 8 give way questions to move on to Part B.
Part B: Correctly answer at least 32 of 42 multiple choice questions on road rules and safety.
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2. Earning your P1s
You’ll need to have held a valid learner's permit for at least 12 months.
Log at least 75 hours' driving (including 15 at night) with a qualified supervising driver.
Complete all the requirements of log book (CBT&A) training or pass a VORT test.
Successfully complete a Hazard Perception Test at Service SA.
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3. Earning your P2s
You can apply for your P2 licence once you've held your P1s for 12 months.
You no longer have to display your P-plates, but most of the provisional licence conditions still apply.
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4. Full licence
After 2 years on your P2 licence, you can apply for your full licence.
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