Pro Am Driving Schools

Frequently Asked Questions About Pro Am Driving Schools

Does Pro Am Driving Schools in Mooroolbark teach both automatic and manual?

Yes, Pro Am Driving Schools offers lessons in both automatic and manual vehicles across Melbourne's eastern suburbs. Instructor Tony Salomone has 28 years of experience teaching learners in both transmission types, so whether you're after an auto licence or want to learn manual, the school can accommodate. Published lesson prices start from around $85, confirm current rates and vehicle availability when you book.

What's included in Pro Am Driving Schools' driving test packages?

Pro Am Driving Schools offers lesson-and-test packages that prepare learners for their VicRoads driving test, with a test-only rate available at $190 if you're already confident behind the wheel. Tony Salomone structures the lessons to cover test routes, manoeuvres like three-point turns and parallel parking, and the finer points VicRoads assessors look for. Learners here have a strong record of passing first go, and families tell us Tony never pushes for more lessons than genuinely needed.

Is Pro Am Driving Schools good for nervous or anxious learners in Mooroolbark?

Absolutely. Tony Salomone is particularly well-regarded for his calm, patient approach with nervous learners. Families tell us teens who were initially afraid to even sit behind the wheel came away feeling confident and ready for their test. Tony uses clear explanations, step-by-step demonstrations (sometimes sketched on a whiteboard), and reassuring feedback, all of which help anxious learners relax and build genuine confidence on Melbourne's eastern suburban roads.

Does Pro Am Driving Schools offer defensive driving lessons?

Yes, defensive driving is one of the specialised lesson types available at Pro Am Driving Schools. Beyond standard learner and test-prep lessons, Tony Salomone teaches defensive techniques, anticipating hazards, safe following distances, and decision-making under pressure. These lessons suit learners wanting extra confidence in busy traffic, as well as provisionals and adults looking to sharpen their skills after years on the road.

What do parents in Mooroolbark say about Pro Am Driving Schools for teenage learners?

Parents consistently tell us their teenagers became safer, more confident drivers under Tony Salomone's instruction. One local parent noted both her children passed their test first go and appreciated that Tony never pushed for unnecessary lessons. Teens themselves mention Tony's funny analogies, clear step-by-step teaching for tricky manoeuvres, and his willingness to stand up for students if an examiner's decision seems unfair, all of which builds trust with young learners and their families.