Driving lessons in Dordrecht
Your benefits
- Same instructor every lesson
- CBR test included
- Automatic or manual licence
- Start right away
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Rijbewijs Helden
The driving school in Dordrecht
Lesson packages
15 - 40 lessons
Start date
Available now
Pass guarantee
Test included
At Rijbewijs Helden you learn to drive in a way that suits you. We work with a proven method, so on average you need fewer lessons. You always drive with the same instructor – from your first lesson to your test date – so real trust and progress can develop.
We offer flexible lesson times, including evenings and weekends. Automatic or manual? At Rijbewijs Helden you can choose either. From the age of 16.5 you can already start with 2toDrive.
What can you expect?
- First lessons: getting to know each other and basic skills
- Middle lessons: building traffic knowledge and driving skills
- Final lessons: practice drives on real CBR test routes in Dordrecht
Our CBR-certified instructors know the routes in Dordrecht inside out. You always drive with the same instructor, so you build a real connection and learn faster.
- CBR-certified
- Personal guidance
- Knowledge of local CBR test routes
Can I start if I have never driven before?
Yes. Our Rijbewijs Held package (50 lessons) is designed for beginners with no driving experience. We start calmly and build up step by step.
Can I take automatic driving lessons?
Yes. We offer both automatic and manual driving lessons in Dordrecht and the surrounding area.
When can I start?
In most cases right away. Get in touch and we will schedule your first lesson as soon as possible.
Can I do 2toDrive?
Yes, you can start from the age of 16.5. You get your licence at 17 and can then drive with an accompanying adult.
Driving lesson programme
Phase 1: Introduction & basics (lessons 1-5)
- Getting to know your instructor
- Seating position and controls
- Moving off, braking and changing gear
- Driving on quiet roads
Phase 2: Traffic knowledge & driving skills (lessons 6-15)
- Priority rules and junctions
- Driving on provincial roads and motorways
- Parking and manoeuvring
- Mirrors and blind spots
Phase 3: Independent driving & anticipation (lessons 16-25)
- Driving independently in traffic
- Hazard perception and anticipation
- Different weather conditions
- Route planning and navigation
Phase 4: Test training & driving test (lessons 26+)
- Mock tests on CBR test routes
- Discussing feedback and points of attention
- Extra lessons on weak points
- Booking your test with the CBR
Choose the package that matches your driving experience
Rijbewijs Start
Lots of driving experience
€1,250
15 driving lessons + practical test
- Lots of driving experience
- Good vehicle control
- Drives mostly independently
- Traffic awareness already well developed
- Polish the final points of attention
Pay in up to 2 instalments
Rijbewijs Groei
Foundation in place
€2,000
30 driving lessons + practical test
- Some driving experience
- Handles the car well
- Needs help in busy traffic
- Further develop anticipation
- Learn to make decisions more independently
Pay in up to 3 instalments
Rijbewijs Topper
Quick learner
€2,490
40 driving lessons + practical test
- Little or hardly any driving experience
- Picks up instructions quickly
- Needs little repetition
- Easily combines handling the car and observation
- Quickly becomes independent
Pay in up to 4 instalments
Rijbewijs Held
More practice time
€2,980
50 driving lessons + practical test
- No driving experience
- Build the basics calmly
- Needs more explanation and repetition
- Practise traffic situations more often
- Build confidence step by step
Pay in up to 5 instalments
Additional costs
- BNOR, fear-of-failure or special test: €40 on top of the package price.
- Interim test (tussentijdse toets): can be added to any package for €200.
- Lesson car hire during the practical test: €70 per test. This amount is added separately to every package.
Want your driving licence fast? Choose an intensive package
Rijbewijs Versneld
Polish the final points
€1,550
15 driving lessons + priority practical test
- Lots of driving experience and almost independent
- Already comfortable with every part of driving
- Fine-tune small points of attention
- Little explanation and repetition needed
- Intensive practice on test routes
No instalment payments possible
Rijbewijs Spoed
Strengthen your foundation
€2,250
25 driving lessons + priority practical test
- Good vehicle control and driving experience
- Needs help with tricky situations
- Improve observation and traffic awareness
- Picks up feedback quickly
- Targeted repetition on test routes
No instalment payments possible
Rijbewijs Turbo
Learn and build up quickly
€2,950
35 driving lessons + priority practical test
- Little driving experience, but a fast learner
- Build up vehicle control and traffic awareness
- Practise and repeat every part of driving
- More practice time in different locations
- Comfortable with several lessons a day
No instalment payments possible
Benefits of the intensive package
- Intensive lesson programme: as soon as your practical test is booked, your intensive 2–6 week programme towards your test date begins.
- Priority scheduling: your driving lessons are scheduled with priority, so you work towards your test in a focused, intensive way.
- Fixed, intensive schedule: you get a clear timetable with several driving lessons per day and per week.
Optional extras
- BNOR, fear-of-failure or special test: €40 on top of the package price.
- Lesson car during the practical test: €70 per test.
- Extra single driving lesson: €70 per lesson on top of your chosen package.
Failed your test? Choose the retest package that suits you
Herstart
Close to test level
€800
7 driving lessons + practical test
- You are close to test level
- Work on small points for improvement
- Practise specific situations again
- Improve details in your driving
- Little repetition needed
Payment in full
Bijspijker
A few recurring mistakes
€980
10 driving lessons + practical test
- You generally drive well
- Tackle a few recurring mistakes
- Improve observation and timing
- Practise tricky situations in different places
- Act with more confidence and independence
Payment in full
Doorpakken
Improve several areas
€1,100
12 driving lessons + practical test
- Improve several areas marked insufficient
- Recognise situations earlier
- Strengthen anticipation and decision-making
- More repetition in different locations
- Maintain improvements throughout the whole drive
Payment in full
Afmaker
Tackle major mistakes
€1,400
18 driving lessons + practical test
- Tackle major or unsafe mistakes
- Build up missing driving experience
- Needs more explanation and guidance
- Lots of repetition in different locations
- Work towards a reliable test level
Pay in up to 2 instalments
Additional retest costs
- Priority practical test (usually within 6 weeks): €150 priority fee for available earlier test dates. Limited availability.
- BNOR, fear-of-failure or special test: €40 on top of the package price.
- Lesson car hire during the practical test: €70 per test. This amount is added separately to every package.
Paying in instalments
Would you rather spread the cost? No problem! You can pay for your driving lesson package in up to 5 monthly instalments. Each package shows how many monthly instalments are possible.
- An administration fee of €8 applies per instalment.
- The final instalment must be paid in full no later than 1 week before your test date.
Please note: paying in instalments is not possible for intensive packages.
Which package suits you?
How many lessons you need depends on your driving experience, how fast you learn and how easily you combine different tasks. Our package advice shows what you should already be able to do for each package, and during a trial lesson we give you personal advice.
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Automatic or manual licence
Know the Dordrecht CBR routes inside out
Pass and tuition guarantee
FAQ
How many driving lessons do I need?
That differs per person. Thanks to our effective teaching method, students at Rijbewijs Helden need fewer lessons on average. Our packages range from 15 to 40 lessons, including the test.
Can I take automatic driving lessons?
Yes, at Rijbewijs Helden you can take both automatic and manual driving lessons in Dordrecht. Feel free to ask about the options.
Can I start when I am 16.5?
Yes! Through the 2toDrive programme you can start driving lessons from the age of 16.5. You get your licence at 17 and can then drive with an accompanying adult.
Is the CBR test included in the package?
Yes, the CBR driving test is included in all our packages. That way you know exactly what you will pay in advance, with no surprises.
How long is a driving lesson?
A driving lesson at Rijbewijs Helden lasts 60 minutes as standard. We schedule lessons at times that fit your schedule, including evenings and weekends.
