Andrew Nichols
STEERMASTER SENSEI
Manual + signature steering technique
5.059 reviews
Covers Gold Coast, Surfers Paradise, Mermaid Beach, Burleigh Heads, Currumbin, Robina
A retired accountant who found his calling behind the wheel. Andrew is serious about safety but lessons stay fun. He values honesty and simplicity, so driving feels easy and natural. He prepares students not just for the test, but for a lifetime of confident, safe driving.
Lessons & pricing
from $110- Manual Car Hire For Test Only1h 15m$180Book
- Manual Driving Lesson1 hour$110Book
- Manual Driving Lesson1.5 hours$165Book
- Manual Driving Lesson2 hours$220Book
- Manual Mock Test1 hour$125Book
- Manual Test Day2 hours$260Book
- Manual Test Day · Existing Student2 hours$235Book
- Manual Car Hire For Test Only1h 15m$180Book
Prices set by Andrew Nichols. Gold Coast market.
Word of mouth
What learners say about Andrew.
5.0from 59 reviews
“I wouldnt of passed my test without andrew”
“Thank you Andrew! I was able to achieve my manual test on the first try, thank you for the strict guidance and support.”
“I passed my FIRST TIME driving test 100 percent with a clean sheet ALL the thanks to Andrew Nichols from Complete Control Driver Training”
“I had a really great experience learning to drive with Andrew. He was patient, calm, and explained everything clearly. He helped me improve my skills step by step and always gave helpful feedback in a way that I would understand, making sure I passed my test first go with no more muckarounds and redo’s. I would definitely recommend Andrew to anyone learning to drive great driving instructor all up.”
“Andrew is an amazing driving instructor. He’s incredibly patient, supportive and brings a relaxed, calm vibe to every lesson. His deep knowledge shows in the way he explains everything clearly and confidently. Andrew is very encouraging and helps you stay present and focused. He not only helps you build your skills but also prepares you thoroughly for the test, giving you the confidence to succeed. He’s truly is an instructor you can trust to guide you all the way. Thank you Andrew!!”
“Thank you for all your help and patience couldn't of done it without you guidance.”
“I’ve had a fantastic experience with Andrew. He is an excellent teacher, very patient, gives really useful tips and makes sure you’re well prepared for the test. Thanks for his guidance, I passed my driving test on the first attempt and made me feel comfortable and confident behind the wheel since day one.”
“After hard work, blood, sweat, and tears, I finally passed my driving test last week. This is a big deal because of the huge fear and anxiety I had around driving. I would not have been able to grow my skills and confidence in driving without the help of Andrew Nichols! He is one of the most patient, talented, and positive instructors I have ever had, and I worked with three different instructors before him. So, I am forever grateful to Andrew and the Complete Control Driving School and would recommend it to anyone wanting to get their license.”
“Andrew is a really good driving instructor he has helped me through my driving journey a lot. He changed the way I steered in literally 1 lesson he is a very good driving instructor and he helped me past my test first go with zero errors. So I recommend Andrew to anyone that would like to learn how to drive the right way.”
“Great driving instructor, helped with a lot driving manual”
“Awesome”
“I can't even explain how helpful Andrew was, he's so patient and his tips are awesome. Would 100% recommend.”
“I had Andrew for my manual lessons. He is great at explaining and correcting all bad habits, making sure you’re ready for your test. I’ve been with 3 different driving school’s and this one is definitely the best. I passed first go and I doubt I would have, had I of stayed with the other schools. Thank you Andrew”
“Andrew is an amazing teacher! His approach to teaching is unlike other instructors I’ve had, he ensures to teach the correct methods of driving that overall make you feel like a more confident and safer driver!”
“I would like express our sincere gratitude to Andrew for his exceptional guidance and support. My son, James, was quite anxious about his first attempt at obtaining his manual license, but Andrew’s expertise, patience, and encouragement made all the difference. He not only helped James improve his driving skills but also gave him the confidence he needed to succeed. As a result, James passed his driving test on the first attempt on Manual license. For anyone looking for a driving instructor, I strongly recommend Andrew. Choosing the right instructor is crucial, my husband and I couldn’t be happier with our decision. Andrew’s professionalism, calm demeanor, and commitment were evident throughout the entire process, and we are incredibly grateful.”
“Andrew was so great with my son and helped him pass his driving test first go! Very lovely to deal with and kept me informed every step of the way. Would def recommend to every learner driver embarking on their driving journey.”
“He was Very helpful and happy instructor! Always thriving to help and teach you the best driving skills all the time!”
“Andrew was great. He helped me get my license and I got it on the first go. He was super detailed and taught me everything I needed to know in a short amount of time. Thank you!!”
“Highly recommend Andrew to anyone wanting to learn how to drive the correct way from the beginning. He’s very passionate about his job which is really reassuring, he is a relaxed and calm instructor that knows how to completely prepare anyone not only to pass their test but for a lifetime of safe driving. I passed my test with zero mistakes a 100% pass!”
“Andrew is really an excellent instructor. He can identify straight away the parts in your driving that needs to be changed or improved. I only took 2 sessions with him and it greatly improved my chances of passing. Because of his help and guidance, I was successful with my driving test on my first try. Thanks again Andrew and team!”
“Thank you Andrew for being an awesome driving instructor. You gave me some amazing advice and tips to stay safe on the road!”
“Andrew is an awesome instructor. Kind, generous, supportive and patient. I would not hesitate to recommend him to anyone wanting an instructor who will prepare you well for your test.”
“Andrew was an excellent driving instructor. Very knowledgeable and calm. There was always a great atmosphere in the car. Highly recommend the test package as well, made me feel more confident going in to the test. Could not recommend Andrew enough!”
“Absolutely amazing!”
“I recently had the pleasure of learning how to drive with Andrew from Complete Control Driver Training, and I can't recommend him highly enough! Andrew's approach to teaching is incredibly thorough and patient, ensuring you understand every aspect of driving. One of the best pieces of advice he offered was the importance of "being present" while driving. This mindset helps you stay focused and aware of your surroundings, making you a safer and more confident driver. Andrew's calm demeanor and clear explanations made each lesson enjoyable and productive. If you're looking for an excellent driving instructor, Andrew is the perfect choice!”
“Great experience learning from Andrew. He’s an amazing teacher and made sure I was a confident and as free driver. Teaches not only road rules but builds a deeper understanding and what to look for on the road. Overall highly recommend.”
“Andrew is an amazing driving instructor. Highly recommend to anyone. Thanks again Andrew”
“Perfection”
“Andrew helped me upgrade my licence to a manual on the first go. Thank you so much for all the tips & help to achieve this!”
“I want to thank to Andrew Nichols he is the best driver instructor in Australia and he knows how to give training to new learner so i am very satisfied with him because i have built my confidence to driving so i feel that i am very lucky person i chose this driver instructor so i have learnt driving in just short periods. Thank you so much sir”
“Andrew was a fantastic driving teacher for our son. Charlie had several lessons & he learnt something new each time. Andrew cares about his students & takes pride in his job. We have no hesitation in recommending Andrew to anyone thinking of getting driving lessons for their child. Definitely worth the investment.”
“He is a great bloke and an even better driving instructor!!”
“Andrew is skillful, honest, patient and overall a great teacher. He was able to teach myself how to drive manual without any previous experience. I am very impressed with Andrew and would absolutely recommend him to anyone looking to either obtain a license or become a better driver. Thanks again Andrew!”
“Amazing experience with Andrew! So grateful!!! I strongly recommend Complete Control Driver Training! :)”
“I am extremely grateful to Andrew, for his valuable guidance and support that led to my successful test completion. His expertise, patience, and encouragement made the learning process enjoyable and boosted my confidence. I highly recommend Andrew to anyone seeking a skilled and dedicated driving instructor. Thank you, Andrew!”
“Simply the best driving trainer I've ever come across.”
“Great driving instructor and person who helped me to pass my driving test on the first try! Big thank you to Andrew.”
“Amazing experience with Andrew! He taught me everything I needed to know and more. He’s awesome as an instructor and as a human being. I enjoyed our classes so much. Thank you Andrew for giving me the confidence I needed as a driver and for taking the time to give me amazing life lessons too”
“Felt very comfortable and easy to talk to. Taught me a lot of interesting things about the car and things I can use of every day life. Overall great experience:)”
“I cannot thank Andrew enough for teaching me how to drive a manual car. I recommend him to other learners wanting manual car driver licences.”
“Could not have asked for a better driving instructor if I could give 10 stars I would. Would be as good a driver I am without them”
“I had Andrew for a couple lessons before my test and he was really great. Chill guy with a heap of knowledge, taught me a lot of stuff I never knew. As a learner driver you’d want an instructor like Andrew; a guy that can crack a couple of jokes, teach you couple things, have a good chat with while driving and ultimately make you feel comfortable driving. Only had 2 lessons with him then went for my test and passed first go. Highly recommended, Thank you Andrew and thank you Complete Control Driver Training.”
“Andrew was an excellent driving instructor who really helped me improve my manual driving skills thanks!”
“Andrew was the nicest driving instructor I had. He taught me life lessons I will never forget. And without his help I wouldn’t have passed”
“Andrew is a lovely patient driving instructor for my son. Highly recommended”
“Andrew not only taught me how to drive but also helped me build confidence on the road! Very grateful for all his help and guidance.”
“I just wanted to say again a BIG BIG thank you for taking the time to teach me how to drive a manual car. And also another thank you for teaching me information about some road rules i didnt know about. Everything I have been taught will definately make me an even better experienced driver. Im really happy that I have succeeded to pass first time round too, all thanks to you Andrew!”
“We want to take this opportunity to say a thank you to Andrew at Complete Control for teaching our son to drive, so that he passed his test first time. Andrew was extremely professional and he always gave thorough and practical feedback. Our son always felt comfortable being taught by Andrew, who’s calm personality always put our son at ease. Thanks again Andrew!”
“Wonderful training from Andrew, so much knowledge and patience to get my son through his manual test, very highly recommended”
“passed without any marks down at all, Thankyou Andrew I would 100% recommend you to anyone for a lesson!”
“i'm impressed by Andrew's patience and knowledge when I was being taught by him. He was very encouraging and extremely helpful. It was a pleasant experience. I would highly recommend Andrew as an instructor. Thank you”
“Andrew was absolutely amazing and got me to a point where I was ready too pass my ps test! I would Highly recommend Andrew to anyone!”
“Andrew was an amazing instructor and gave me all the skills I needed to pass my manual test.”
“Andrew was awesome! He was so considerate and understanding. We really appreciated his time.”
“Amazing support for Zach for his test. A huge Thank you in particular to Andrew who gave really explicit instructions to Zach throughout his lessons to ensure he always practised appropriate driving skills that allowed him to execute these naturally during his test. Thanks Holly Nixon”
“Andrew was the best driving instructor who taught me everything and was confident in me thanks Andrew”
“Andrew is a very calm and patient instructor.”
“Thank you very very much Andrew for helping me to improve and get more confident in my driving. I did right this time, and I got my open driving licence because of your advises and shared knowledge when doing my lessons. 100% recommended if you are nervous person like my self.”
“Andrew was a great instructor. Incredibly helpful and insightful. Absolutely feel like a better driver.”