YDS Taster and the new YDS Taster Steps are an introduction to the fundamentals of safer driving. It is a shared practical driving experience between 3 pupils lasting 1.5 hours. Observing and listening to peers is an effective way that YDS Taster develops the young driver’s skill. It is available to young people from the age of 10 upwards.

YDS Taster and YDS Taster STEPS can be booked using the availability below. Taster Steps can be booked one at a time until the young persons 17th birthday. If booking for Taster Steps please have your Voucher code ready and if you haven’t yet purchased a Taster Steps voucher then please go to our Gift Voucher page.

Important booking notes

You will receive a provisional booking email with instructions to make your booking confirmed. Please note that full payment is required within 24 hours to confirm the booking and payment is accepted online by Paypal. Please follow the instructions in your provisional booking email. Remember to check your junk folder if no email is received!

Choose your date

A session includes

• 1.5 hours of experiential driving tuition available from the age of 10 upwards.
• Fully dual controlled car and fully qualified driving instructor.
• Core educational package: practical driving (20 mins each), observing, shared learning.
• Learning styles covered Visual, Aural, Kinesthetic.
• Fun, supportive and safe development of core driving practices.
• Suitable for ages 10 to 17.
• Ratio: 1 instructor to 3 young drivers.
• Includes full insurance cover.
• Certificate awarded to drivers.