Business Details
31 Years
experience
Professional Driving Lessons in Brighton & Hove
Founded in 1995 by Wayne Fears, No Fears Driving School has established itself as a trusted provider of professional driving instruction in Brighton & Hove. Our founder holds the highest instructional grade from the DVSA and is a member of the Driving Instructors Association, combining over 25 years of experience with innovative teaching methods. We specialise in psychology-based driver training, incorporating Thought Field Therapy to alleviate learner anxiety, and have successfully trained clients from diverse backgrounds. Our tailored approach ensures lessons adapt to individual learning styles, fostering confidence and competence. With a proven track record of high pass rates and positive client feedback, we prioritise road safety while maintaining a relaxed, student-centred environment.Our services extend to Pass Plus courses, refresher lessons, and instructor training, supported by modern teaching resources. We maintain strict compliance with DVSA standards and industry best practices, ensuring all training vehicles meet legal requirements. Client testimonials highlight our ability to transform nervous learners into confident drivers, reflected in consistent referrals and strong online reviews. Our commitment to transparency is evident in clear pricing structures and flexible booking options, including gift vouchers and intensive courses. By continuously adapting to evolving driver education needs, we remain dedicated to delivering exceptional value and measurable outcomes for every client.
Services
Driving Tuition
Pass Plus Courses
Theory Training
Refresher Lessons
Instructor Training
Intensive Courses
Details
- Year established: 1995
Highlights and features
- 25+ years of DVSA-recognised instructional expertise
- Psychology-based teaching methods reduce learner anxiety
- Tailored lesson plans for individual learning needs
- Proven high pass rates with consistent client referrals
- Pass Plus courses offering insurance discounts
Associations and certifications
- DVSA
- Driving Instructors Association (DIA)
What people say
Excellent instructors
Highly recommend
Patient teaching
Tailored lessons
Reduced anxiety
Services
Driving Tuition
Personalised manual and automatic driving instruction for learners of all experience levels. Our DVSA-certified instructors use psychology-based methods to build confidence and competence. Lessons focus on practical skills, hazard perception, and test preparation, ensuring students develop safe driving habits for life.
Pass Plus Course
Six-module post-test programme covering motorways, night driving, and adverse weather conditions. Designed to reduce accident risk for new drivers while qualifying for insurance discounts. Course includes six hours of practical training with continuous assessment by experienced instructors.
Theory Training
Comprehensive theory test instruction combining on-road lessons with home study support. Covers hazard perception, road signs, and traffic regulations. Sessions tailored to individual learning speeds with practice tests to reinforce knowledge retention and test readiness.
Refresher Lessons
Targeted driving practice for licence holders needing confidence rebuilding or skill enhancement. Focus areas include parking, motorway driving, and night navigation. Structured sessions help drivers regain competence through gradual exposure and technique refinement in controlled environments.
Instructor Training
Specialist programme for aspiring driving instructors. Combines pedagogical techniques with advanced driving skills development. Trainees learn psychology-based teaching methods and anxiety-reduction strategies, gaining practical experience under supervision of master instructors with decades of industry expertise.
People
Wayne Fears
Founder & Lead Instructor
DVSA-qualified instructor since 1995 with highest instructional grade. Member of Driving Instructors Association and featured expert in driving documentaries. Specialises in anxiety-reduction techniques and instructor training.
Scott Harding
Approved Driving Instructor
Qualified instructor trained by Wayne Fears. Former leisure industry professional applying customer service skills to driving tuition. Focuses on adaptive teaching methods and creating relaxed learning environments for nervous learners.
Questions
What types of driving lessons do you offer?
We provide manual and automatic driving tuition, Pass Plus courses, refresher lessons, theory training, and intensive courses tailored to individual needs.
How much do driving lessons cost?
Standard lessons cost £25-£30 per hour. Pass Plus courses start at £150, with intensive packages available from £200 depending on duration and requirements.
What areas do you cover?
We operate throughout Brighton, Hove, and surrounding East Sussex areas with flexible lesson locations to accommodate learner needs.
Can you help nervous drivers?
Yes, our psychology-based teaching methods and Thought Field Therapy techniques specifically address driving-related anxiety in a supportive learning environment.
Do you offer insurance discounts?
Pass Plus course completion qualifies for insurance discounts with participating providers, often exceeding the course cost in savings.
What qualifications do your instructors hold?
All instructors hold DVSA-recognised qualifications, with our founder being a member of the Driving Instructors Association since 1995.
