High Performance Driving Instructor Training Manual - Rocky ...

Classroom Instruction
“What to Teach”
Novice Benchmarks:
(Skills required before promotion from Novice to Beginner)
• Drives the line accurately and consistently.
• Drives at an appropriate pace for the group.
• Inputs increasingly smooth.
• Makes few mistakes and self corrects.
• Calm in traffic.
• Anticipates slower cars in front.
• Does not “tailgate”.
• Does not give or accept late passing signals.
• Gives passing signals promptly.
• Passes with good safety margins.
• Exhibits good manners and consideration.
• Displays full knowledge of procedures, flags and driving terminology.
• Is safe to drive alone (even if not yet signed off).
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