ICBC-Certified Driving School in Port Coquitlam
Driving School in Port Coquitlam
BuckleUp is the driving school Port Coquitlam learners trust for car driving lessons, from a first time behind the wheel to the morning of the road test. Farhad Sanaeifar knows every local route, from the rail crossings to the Coast Meridian Overpass, and you’ll learn at your own pace in a calm, dual-control car.
Driving Lessons in Port Coquitlam with Confidence
Port Coquitlam has its own driving challenges, from railway crossings and residential streets to busy routes like Lougheed Highway and Shaughnessy Street. Practising locally helps students feel more confident with real PoCo driving conditions.
Because the Tri-Cities test centre sits in Port Coquitlam, learners here get an advantage worth using: the roads you practise on every week are the roads your examiner will take you out on.
At BuckleUp, every lesson is tailored to your level. Beginners start on quieter streets in Citadel Heights, Riverwood and Mary Hill, then move on to busier roads, lane changes, parking, intersections and railway crossings. For road-test preparation we focus on the skills that decide test day, while helping you become a genuinely safer driver.
If you are searching for driving classes in Port Coquitlam, what we run is one-to-one in-car instruction rather than classroom sessions — the same goal, taught at your own pace with an instructor beside you.
Ready for more than city streets? Highway and freeway sessions on Highway 1 and the Mary Hill Bypass cover merging, higher-speed lane changes and exit planning — the part most new drivers never practise until they need it.
Why learn with BuckleUp
- ICBC-certified instructor
- ICBC-certified instruction
- English & Farsi lessons
- Modern dual-control Toyotas
Why Port Coquitlam Drivers Choose BuckleUp
Rail-Crossing Confidence
PoCo has more level rail crossings than most cities — we teach the exact stopping and scanning habits examiners look for.
We Know PoCo Routes
From the Coast Meridian Overpass to Shaughnessy Street and the Lougheed corridor, we train on the roads you’ll be tested on.
Modern Toyota Vehicles
Reliable, dual-control Toyotas that are forgiving and easy to learn in for first-time and nervous drivers.
Your Driving Instructor in Port Coquitlam
You learn with Farhad Sanaeifar, a licensed driving instructor who has taught on Port Coquitlam roads for over a decade. Lessons in English or Farsi.
Driving Lessons
Driving Lessons in Port Coquitlam
Lessons in Port Coquitlam built around your licence level, your confidence, and the road test you are working towards.
The place to start if you have your L and have barely driven. We begin on the quieter streets around Birchland Manor and Riverwood, then work up to Lougheed Highway and the rail crossings once the basics feel automatic.
For drivers with a test date coming up. We drill the things examiners actually score — lane changes, parking, merging, speed control and shoulder checks — on the streets around the Port Coquitlam licensing office your test will start from.
For anyone going commercial, whether that is taxi, ride-hailing or a small passenger vehicle. Lessons cover the extra road awareness, smoother control and defensive habits a Class 4 examiner expects.
Neighbourhoods We Serve in Port Coquitlam
We teach right across the area.
- Downtown PoCo
- Citadel Heights
- Mary Hill
- Riverwood
- Birchland Manor
- Lincoln Park
- Central PoCo
- Oxford Heights
- Glenwood
- Woodland Acres
- Sun Valley
ICBC Road Test Prep in Port Coquitlam
Your Class 7 or Class 5 road test starts right here in Port Coquitlam, at the ICBC Driver Licensing office on the Oxford Connector. It is the Tri-Cities test centre, so learners from Coquitlam, Port Moody, Anmore and Belcarra come to PoCo to be tested — which means our students are already driving the routes on their own doorstep.
Examiners work outward from the Oxford Connector into the streets around it, so PoCo practice covers the things that actually get scored: level railway crossings, the Lougheed Highway and Shaughnessy Street corridors, lane changes and merging, parallel and stall parking on the residential grids near Downtown PoCo, and steady decision-making in ordinary traffic.
ICBC does not publish its routes and examiners vary them, so no driving school can promise you “the” route. What we can do is make every road around the test centre familiar enough that it stops mattering which one you get.
One caveat on all of the above: from 19 October 2026 the second road test disappears for most novice drivers with a clean record, replaced by a Driving Record Assessment. If you are heading for a Class 5, see what changes on 19 October 2026 before booking anything.
Local Test-Day Tips
- Master railway crossings: come to a controlled stop where required, scan both ways, and never stop on the tracks.
- Practise lane changes and turns along Shaughnessy Street and the Lougheed Highway corridor.
- Rehearse parallel and stall parking on the residential streets around Downtown PoCo.
- Watch your speed through the school and trail-crossing zones near the Traboulay PoCo Trail and local parks.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about driving lessons in Port Coquitlam.
We serve all of Port Coquitlam, including Downtown PoCo, Citadel Heights, Mary Hill, Riverwood, and Birchland Manor.
Yes. Port Coquitlam has many level rail crossings, and we make them a focus — proper stopping, scanning, and never stopping on the tracks are exactly what examiners watch for.
Right here in Port Coquitlam, at the ICBC Driver Licensing office at 1930 Oxford Connector. It is the Tri-Cities test centre, so it also tests drivers from Coquitlam, Port Moody, Anmore and Belcarra. We train on the roads around it, so test day starts somewhere you already know.
Most beginners need around six to ten lessons. After a quick assessment, your instructor will give you an honest plan for the PoCo test routes.
Yes. Lessons are available in both English and Farsi for clearer communication and faster learning.
Single lessons start at $100, and full course packages run to $620. Which one makes sense depends on how much you have driven already — after a first assessment lesson your instructor will tell you honestly how many hours you are likely to need rather than selling you the biggest package.
Lessons run in modern dual-control automatic Toyotas. A dual-control car means the instructor has their own brake, which is the single biggest reason nervous first-timers relax faster than they expect to.
Road test appointments at the Oxford Connector office can book out well in advance, so reserve your test as soon as you are eligible and work backwards from that date. Tell us the date when you book lessons and we will build the schedule around it rather than around ours.
Driving Lessons Across the Tri-Cities & North Shore
BuckleUp also provides ICBC-certified driving lessons in Coquitlam, North Vancouver, Port Moody, and the Tri-Cities. See every area we teach in, explore our lesson packages and pricing, or get in touch to book your first lesson.
Trusted by BuckleUp Learners
Read what students say about learning with BuckleUp Driving School and preparing for their ICBC road tests.
Farhad is an excellent driving instructor, he taught me a lot of good driving skills and made sure I pass my road tests.
Farhad is an amazing driving instructor. professional, patient, and very knowledgeable. He explains everything clearly, pays attention to details, and teaches in a way that actually helps you become a better and safer driver. I learned a lot from him and would highly recommend him to anyone looking for a great driving instructor. Passed my first road test after only 10 hours of practice with him 🙌
Farhad is honestly one of the best teachers I’ve ever had. His calm personality, great techniques, and the confidence he gives you while driving make such a huge difference. He really helped reduce my anxiety behind the wheel and made me feel comfortable and confident while learning. Thanks to his guidance, I passed my test today. Thank you so much, Farhad — highly recommended!
Farhad is a very good experienced driving instructor and especially for my successful class 4 commercial vehicle road test.
Amazing instructor! I got my N on the first try. Definitely recommend him.
I am deeply grateful to my instructor for their wonderful teaching in Class 4 and 5. Thanks to their exceptional professionalism, kindness, and experience, I was able to pass successfully. I highly recommend him to anyone, looking to get these driving licenses.
I took 4 sessions with Farhad and within 2 driving lessons he helped perfect my turnings and parallel parking. He is a very nice and extremely intelligent driver who can everybody learn to drive.
Farhad is a great instructor. He is patient and explains everything clearly. Thanks to his lessons, I passed my driving test on the first try. Highly recommend!
For the first time, I took my driving test, and with the training from this group, I passed. I had never driven in Canada before, but I only had two sessions with them and one warm-up session before the exam. I even used their car for the test. Mr. Farhad was incredibly patient and supportive, and he gave me very helpful tips that made a big difference. I passed on my first attempt, and I highly recommend him.
I had a great experience learning with my driving instructor, Farhad. He was very patient, professional, and explained everything clearly. He helped me feel confident and comfortable while driving. I really appreciate his support and teaching style. I highly recommend him to anyone who wants to learn driving properly. Thank you Farhad.
Learning to drive with Farhad was an amazing experience. He is calm, patient, and provides comprehensive explanations of everything. He gave me constant advice on how to get better at driving and made me feel more comfortable behind the wheel. His competent and encouraging teaching style made learning much simpler and less stressful. To anyone who wishes to learn how to drive safely and confidently, I heartily recommend Farhad.
A very professional and patient instructor. He explains things clearly and helps build confidence quickly. I passed my test thanks to his guidance. Highly recommended!
I had one lesson with Mr. Farhad before my road test and it was very helpful. He explained everything clearly and helped me feel more confident. I passed my test after that lesson. Highly recommended!
I had a great experience with Farhad teacher. He was very calm, patient, and explained everything clearly. I highly recommend them to anyone looking for a supportive and professional driving teacher. Thanks again.
Very supportive and patience and precise about what are on the road test
I had a very good experience with Mr. Farhad Sanaiefar. Highly recommended!
Excellent instructor! Very patient, clear in explanations, and always encouraging. I gained confidence quickly and passed my test thanks to their great teaching. Highly recommended!
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