Learn to drive with Gearshift Academy
Patient, DVSA-approved instructors, lessons that fit around your week, and a clear path to passing. Book your first online — it only takes a minute.
- DVSA-approved
- Manual & automatic
- Local test routes
Why learn with us
Patient instructors
DVSA-approved and never in a rush — we go at your pace, not ours.
Lessons that fit your life
Evenings and weekends too, so you can learn around work and college.
A plan that gets you there
Every lesson builds on the last, so you're always moving towards test day.
Door-to-door
We'll pick you up from home, work or college — wherever's easiest.
Areas we cover
We provide driving lessons across these areas.
- Altrincham
Lesson packages
Choose a package that suits you — buy online or enquire and we'll be in touch.
10-hour course
10 hours of tuition
£300.00
Great for refresher lessons.
20-hour course
20 hours of tuition
£580.00
Our most popular package for new drivers.
30-hour course
30 hours of tuition
£840.00
Best value all the way to test-ready.
Meet our instructors
DVSA-approved and ready to help you pass.
Aisha Harris
ManualAutomatic£31/hr
Covers: Altrincham
Aisha Nowak
ManualAutomatic£37/hr
Covers: Altrincham
Eve Lowe
Manual£31/hr
Covers: Altrincham
Hassan Ahmed
ManualAutomatic£35/hr
Covers: Altrincham
Leo Cole
Manual£40/hr
Covers: Altrincham
Mia Murphy
Manual£30/hr
Covers: Altrincham
Oscar Brown
Manual£39/hr
Covers: Altrincham
Priya Brown
ManualAutomatic£38/hr
Covers: Altrincham
Priya Evans
ManualAutomatic£40/hr
Covers: Altrincham
Ruby Foster
Manual£40/hr
Covers: Altrincham
What our pupils say
“Passed first time with no faults — my instructor was so patient and clear.”
“Flexible lesson times that fit around my shifts. Highly recommend.”
“Calm, friendly and great at explaining the tricky bits. Thank you!”
Frequently asked questions
Do you teach on test routes?
Yes — we make sure you're confident on the routes used by your local test centre.
Do you offer automatic lessons?
Yes, we offer both manual and automatic tuition depending on availability.
I'm a nervous driver — can you help?
Absolutely. Our instructors are patient and tailor each lesson to your confidence level.
How many lessons will I need?
The DVSA suggests around 45 hours on average, but it varies — we'll guide you as you progress.
Book your first lesson
Pick an instructor and a time that works for you, and we'll be in touch to confirm.
Ready to get behind the wheel?
Book your first lesson with Gearshift Academy — your first drive is closer than you think.
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