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John Gribbon

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Gender: Male instructor

Lesson duration: 60 minutes

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John Gribbon has over 25 years of experience teaching people to drive in Belfast. He is a DOE-approved ADI and an award-winning instructor. John has successfully taught learners from 17 to 94, including different generations from the same families. He is known for being patient, friendly and professional. John keeps lessons calm, stress-free and relaxed so you feel comfortable behind the wheel while you build safe driving skills for life. He uses a structured lesson plan that follows the DVA syllabus and adapts it to what you personally need. He also uses visual aids to help things click. He puts a lot of effort into helping you pass your theory and hazard perception tests. His careful record-keeping and good time management have helped many learners pass first time. John's lessons are supportive, encouraging, fun and still very focused on learning. He has won multiple Best of the West Awards and has many great reviews from students who value his patience and expertise.

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Nervous students welcome

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Monday 9:00am - 8:00pm

Tuesday 9:00am - 8:00pm

Wednesday 9:00am - 8:00pm

Thursday 9:00am - 8:00pm

Friday 9:00am - 8:00pm

Saturday 9:00am - 5:00pm

Sunday 10:00am - 4:00pm

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Belfast

BT1 5GA • 10 mile coverage radius

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5.0 (27 reviews)

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Based on 27 reviews

Anonymous

Feb 16, 2026

Thanks John Emma Matabouli John was a brilliant driving instructor.

Anonymous

Feb 16, 2026

thank you enough for the patience in teaching me to drive.

Anonymous

Feb 16, 2026

Thanks John for all your encouragement and patience during all my lessons which helped me pass my test 1st Time.

Anonymous

Feb 16, 2026

highly recommend John of Easydrive.

Anonymous

Feb 16, 2026

highly recommend Connor Galway Thank you so much John for your patience and understanding.

Anonymous

Feb 16, 2026

definitely recommend to anyone.

Anonymous

Feb 16, 2026

Passed my Test 1st time with John of easydriveni.

Anonymous

Feb 16, 2026

I passed my driving test with John of Easydrive.

Anonymous

Feb 16, 2026

thanks John for getting me through the Test Would highly recommend Shannon Maher John and Donna are great instructors and really decent people.

Anonymous

Feb 16, 2026

Thanks John for all your help and patience throughout the lessons.

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Yes, John Gribbon offers evening and weekend lesson slots in the Belfast area.

Yes, John Gribbon offers evening and weekend lesson slots in the Belfast area. Evening and weekend slots tend to fill up faster, so booking ahead is recommended.

John Gribbon offers manual driving lessons including nervous driver support, refresher lessons and test retake preparation.

John Gribbon offers manual driving lessons including nervous driver support, refresher lessons and test retake preparation. Lessons are available in the Belfast area.

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John Gribbon provides driving lessons in Belfast.

John Gribbon provides driving lessons in Belfast. Contact them through MyInstructorFinder to check availability in your specific area.

John Gribbon has 27 student reviews with an average rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.

John Gribbon has 27 student reviews with an average rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars. Read the full reviews on their MyInstructorFinder profile.

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