COMMON QUESTIONS:
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Where are the lessons taught?The lessons take place out of Mill Basin or Manhattan Beach in Brooklyn. There is plenty of space to learn stick shift operation techniques and low-level traffic, which is ideal for learning, with plenty of parking
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Can the instructor come to the students place of residence for a lesson?The lessons are offered at a fixed location, but an exception can be made. If you already purchased a stick shift vehicle and need help learning on your vehicle an instructor can be dispatched to you, extra charges will be applied for travel time.
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How much do the lessons cost?-A one hour lesson is $95
-A two-hour lesson is $180
-A three-hour lesson is $270
*Listed prices exclude tax and processing fees for credit cards
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Are there any lesson requirements?-A valid drivers license
-A willingness to have fun
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What is included in a lesson?-A reliable stick shift car
-Gas for the lesson
-A professional and experienced instructor
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Can two people take a lesson together?We do offer lessons for pairs; our three-hour course is best suited for pairs. A fun experience to share. There is an extra $20 fee for a two-person lesson. There is a separate lesson for pairs offered under our scheduler tab.
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How many hours lesson should I take to learn stick shift?Everyone learns differently though we find that the two-hour lesson is the best place to start for a first-time student. Many students feel comfortable after one lesson. From there you and your instructor can decide if extra lessons will help.
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Why Drive a Stick Shift?-Changes the way you understand and experience the road, evolving your driving to the next level.
-Stick shift cars are usually cheaper than their automatic or CVT counterparts when purchasing a new car, and hold value better as used cars!
-Great for international travel as stick shifts are the more common outside the United States
-Stick shift cars are easier to maintain; less parts means less things can break
-Stick shift cars handle better in snow and extreme rain
-Fuel economy is usually much better in a stick shift (once you learn how to operate it)
-Provides a better understanding of driving and engine-to-road relation
-Gives you more control as the driver
-Is a more rewarding driving experience
-Requires you to be more attentive and thwarts distractions
-Less likely to get stolen or borrowed
-And above all IT IS SIGNIFICANTLY MORE FUN!
