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Driving and motorcycle lessons in Blackrock

I teach car lessons, EDT, pre-test lessons and motorcycle training for learners in Blackrock and Monkstown. The Dún Laoghaire test centre is a short drive away, and every lesson is with me, Vlastislav.

  • Car lessons €45 an hour
  • 2-hour sessions, €90
  • Motorcycle pre-test €45 an hour
  • 95% of my students pass

Car lessons for Blackrock learners

All car lessons are in my manual, dual-control school car, at €45 an hour and booked as two-hour sessions. Blackrock learners usually sit their test at the Dún Laoghaire test centre in Kill of the Grange. It’s close enough that we can mix lessons around Blackrock with practice on the test centre roads.

  • €45 per lesson

EDT lessons

The 12 lessons every first-time learner needs before the test.

EDT lessons
  • €45 an hour

Pre-test lessons

Getting ready for your test at the Dún Laoghaire or Tallaght test centre.

Pre-test lessons
  • From €120

Test car hire

Sit your test in my car, or add a one-hour warm-up for €150.

Test car hire
  • €45 an hour

Refresher lessons

For licence holders getting back behind the wheel.

Refresher lessons

Pickup: free within about 10 minutes’ drive of the test centres in Tallaght, Dún Laoghaire, Naas and Carlow. If you live farther away, send me your location on WhatsApp and I’ll tell you the cost before you book.

Learning to drive around Blackrock

Blackrock is busy for its size. The Rock Road and the N31 carry a lot of traffic and buses, the village has pedestrian crossings, cyclists and tight parking, and the roads up to Newtownpark Avenue and Stradbrook give you plenty of junctions and roundabouts to practise.

It’s a good area for learning observation, because so much is going on at once. We take it step by step, starting on quieter roads in Monkstown and Booterstown before moving to the main roads at busier times.

Why learners in Blackrock still want a car

The DART is handy along the coast, but going inland from Blackrock, to Sandyford, Dundrum or the M50, is slow by public transport. A lot of my students here are students, young professionals and parents who want to stop relying on taxis and lifts.

Motorcycle training for Blackrock riders

For riders in Blackrock I do motorcycle pre-test lessons anywhere in Dublin. The IBT runs at Kinnegad Plaza or Tullamore, with free transport from the Red Cow Luas stop.

  • €45 an hour

Motorcycle pre-test

Lessons anywhere in Dublin, North or South. Two hours minimum (€90) on my bike.

Motorcycle pre-test
  • €650

IBT for Dublin riders

The full weekend at Kinnegad Plaza or Tullamore, with free transport from the Red Cow Luas stop.

IBT Dublin
  • €90 for 2 hours

Back to riding

For riders returning after a break.

Back to riding

What my students say

A few of the reviews on my Google Business Profile.

  • 5 stars on Google

“I would highly recommend my driving instructor Vlastik. He is extremely helpful, kind and patient, and always takes the time to explain things clearly. He creates a calm atmosphere during my lessons which helps me build confidence behind the wheel”

Ava M., Car lessons

  • 5 stars on Google

“I had great experience with Vlastik as my EDT instructor. He was very professional, patient and very clear with the teaching which gave me more confidence in the road. I would definitely recommend him to anyone learning to drive.”

Caroline M., EDT lessons

  • 5 stars on Google

“I was a complete novice when I took lessons from Vlastik. I was pretty nervous, but he was the perfect teacher. Took his time with me, was patient and calm and really built up my confidence. Highly recommended to anyone”

Adam L., Car lessons

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Blackrock lesson questions

Do you give driving lessons in Blackrock?

Yes. Manual car lessons for Blackrock and Monkstown learners at €45 an hour, booked as two-hour sessions (€90), plus EDT, pre-test lessons, test car hire and motorcycle training.

Which test centre is closest to Blackrock?

Dún Laoghaire, at Kill of the Grange. You choose your centre when you apply for the test.

Is pickup free in Blackrock?

Pickup is free within about 10 minutes’ drive of the Dún Laoghaire test centre. Most of Blackrock and Monkstown is around that distance, and I’ll confirm it for your address before you book.

Do you teach automatic?

No. I teach manual car lessons only.

Nearby areas I cover

I also teach learners close to Blackrock. See all the areas I cover or the full price list.

Book your lesson in Blackrock

Tell me whether you want car or motorcycle lessons, how much experience you have and which days suit you.

Call 085 766 9101WhatsApp me