Business Details
Expert Driving Lessons in Port Coquitlam, BC
Burke Mountain Driving School was founded on the principle of delivering high-quality driver education that meets and exceeds ICBC standards. With over 40 years of personal driving experience and a background in coaching athletes at professional levels, I, Asa Vitis, established this school to combine my passion for teaching with a commitment to road safety. Our approach focuses on personalized instruction tailored to individual needs, ensuring students develop both technical skills and confidence.We maintain strict compliance with the Motor Vehicle Act, offering bonded and insured services while continuously updating our knowledge of current driving regulations. Our 90% student pass rate reflects our dedication to excellence in preparing drivers for real-world challenges.
Services
Driving Lessons
Road Test Preparation
Beginner Instruction
Refresher Courses
ICBC Certification
Highlights and features
- We offer 40+ years of driving experience with a personalized approach
- Our tailored lesson plans adapt to individual learning needs
- 90% student pass rate for ICBC road tests
- Modern Toyota Prius with user-friendly features for training
- Flexible scheduling available for busy professionals
Associations and certifications
- Motor Vehicle Act
What people say
Very helpful
Excellent taste in music
Passed after two lessons
Patient and encouraging
Great teaching skills
Services
Driving Lessons
Our comprehensive driving lessons combine technical skill development with confidence building. Each session focuses on real-world scenarios, defensive driving techniques, and ICBC test preparation. Students receive personalized feedback while learning in a modern Toyota Prius equipped with dual controls for safety. The structured curriculum ensures progressive mastery of essential driving competencies.
Road Test Preparation
Specialized road test preparation includes route familiarization with ICBC's most common testing areas. We focus on parking maneuvers, traffic pattern recognition, and rule compliance. Students receive detailed performance analysis and targeted improvement strategies. Our 90% pass rate demonstrates the effectiveness of our test-specific training methodology.
Beginner Instruction
Entry-level driver training starts with fundamental vehicle control and progresses to complex traffic situations. We emphasize safety awareness and decision-making skills. The program adapts to individual learning speeds while maintaining structured skill development milestones. Special attention is given to overcoming driving anxiety through gradual exposure.
Refresher Courses
Designed for experienced drivers needing skill updates or confidence restoration. The course addresses changing traffic patterns, new regulations, and advanced driving techniques. We focus on correcting developed bad habits while reinforcing proper driving practices. Ideal for drivers returning after extended breaks or seeking improved road test readiness.
ICBC Certification
Our ICBC-certified training program follows official testing standards. Students learn required maneuvers, road sign recognition, and traffic law compliance. We provide official test route simulations and examiner evaluation criteria analysis. The curriculum ensures complete preparedness for both Class 7 and Class 5 license examinations.
People
Asa Vitis
Owner/Instructor
Asa Vitis brings 40+ years of driving experience and professional coaching expertise to Burke Mountain Driving School. A former military sergeant and certified instructor, he combines structured teaching methods with personalized attention to develop confident drivers. His background in athlete training enhances his ability to tailor lessons to individual learning styles.
Questions
What driving lesson packages do you offer?
We offer flexible packages from single evaluation lessons to comprehensive 20-lesson programs. Packages include 4, 8, 12, 16, and 20-lesson options with durations of 1.5 hours each, priced from $80 to $1,850.
Are your instructors certified by ICBC?
Yes, I'm licensed under the Motor Vehicle Act with official certification to prepare students for ICBC road tests. The school maintains full compliance with provincial driving instruction regulations.
What areas do you serve for driving lessons?
We provide instruction in Coquitlam, Port Coquitlam, Port Moody, Anmore, and Pitt Meadows. Lessons cover both urban and suburban environments to ensure comprehensive driving experience.
Can I schedule lessons at my convenience?
Yes, we offer flexible scheduling from 8:00 AM to 7:00 PM seven days a week. Students can book sessions through our online appointment system or by direct contact.
What vehicle is used for training?
We use a modern Toyota Prius with dual controls for safety. The vehicle features user-friendly technology and provides comfortable learning environment for students of all experience levels.
Do you guarantee road test success?
While we can't guarantee test results, our 90% pass rate demonstrates our effectiveness. We provide thorough preparation including test route simulations and personalized performance analysis to maximize success chances.
Reviews (4)
Smith-Taylor Anne
Sep 30, 2021
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Excellent driving teacher. Helped direct me to safer, more confident driving. I got my license later in life and benefited from Asa’s coaching
Kimberly Risso
Jun 18, 2021
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Highly recommend Asa, he is a wonderful teacher. Very convenient hours, always punctual and we had no doubt our daughter would pass her test !! Two more of our kids will be coming his way. Thank you Asa !!
Chris Amanda
Sep 11, 2020
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Thank-you Asa for teaching my daughter and her boyfreind the correct and safe way to operate a vehicle. You taught them the techniques and skills that they need to use on the roads today.😀
Dave Chan
Jun 10, 2019
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A sincere thank-you to Asa for taking the time to coach our son and teach him the correct driving habits for a young driver. I would recommend him with no hesitation. We will definitely call when he needs to get his class 5.
