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Ready to shift gears and hit the road with confidence? Gear Shift Happens is a team of DVSA-approved driving instructors in Nottingham, delivering supportive driving lessons tailored to every learner.

Experienced
Instructors

Bringing patience and understanding to every lesson.

Tailored Teaching

Communicating with learners of all backgrounds, including those with autism and other mental health challenges.

Safe Environment

Lessons are designed to be supportive and stress-free, ensuring you feel comfortable as you learn.

MEET THE LEAD TRAINER

Holden is a DVSA-approved driving instructor and NMC-registered mental health nurse, providing friendly and supportive driving lessons in Nottingham. He specialises in:

  • Nervous, anxious and autistic learners who want to build confidence at their own pace

  • Developing safe, independent driving skills and long-term confidence

  • Providing lessons in English, Cantonese and Mandarin

  • Driving lessons covering Nottingham, Chilwell and Colwick driving test centres

As the Lead Trainer at Gear Shift Happens, Holden also delivers instructor training and supports experienced ADIs looking to develop their careers as driving instructor trainers. If you're interested in becoming a driving instructor or an experienced driving trainer, get in touch with us now.

SUCCESSFUL STORIES

A huge congratulations to all our students who have successfully passed their driving test! 🎉 Your hard work, dedication and perseverance have paid off — we’re incredibly proud of you and wish you many safe, happy and confident miles ahead!

You can also call/WhatsApp Holden at
07904 220587 to schedule your first lesson!

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