Group no. 6084 affiliated to The Institute of Advanced Motorists (IAM) ~ Registered Scottish Charity SC023509
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The Borders Group of Advanced Motorists started life in 1980 as the "Borders Better Driving Group".
In 1982 the Group was accepted into membership of The Institute of Advanced Motorists, and has been representing the interests of the Institute in the Scottish Borders ever since.
In 2003 a motorcycle section came into being with the enthusiastic support of existing and new members. The first motorcycle test pass was achieved in 2004, and a separate motorcycle Group was formed in June 2006.
The aims of the Group are to
help members improve and enjoy their motoring more
contribute to the safety of other road users through our members improved standards!
hold regular meetings and events promoting safer motoring
encourage all motorists to become "lifelong learners", as the perfect motorist has yet to be born!
The members of the Group represent a very wide cross section of Borders life in terms of background, occupation, age, geographic location, and motoring experience. Their are two main categories of membership:
"Full members" have all passed the Advanced Test, are in continuing membership of the Institute, and wish to support the work of the Institute locally through the Borders Group
"Associate members" are preparing to sit the Advanced Test
Our activities focus on:
a programme of monthly meetings which normally - but not always! - have a motoring-related theme
giving free "demonstration"* drives
offering free "assessment"** drives
publicising the work of the Institute at events
giving free presentations to local organisations, clubs, etc., on advanced motoring and related issues
the running of regular courses for new members preparing for the Advanced Test
* In a "demonstration" drive one of our Observers will take you out (for up to half an hour), let you
see what's involved and give you an explanation of what Advanced Motoring is about.
** In an "assessment" drive one of our Observers will accompany you in your car, offer practical advice on your performance, and suggest where
improvements could be made. The Observer might even persuade you to join the Group!
We meet at 19.30 on the first Tuesday of most months, either at our current "home" base, Old Parish and St. Paul's Church, Galashiels, or at a venue appropriate to the theme of the chosen topic. We also have a programme of friendly events with our neighbours across the Border, the Alnwick and District Group of Advanced Motorists. For the current listing of events, click here.
Applicants for advanced driving are offered a one-day introductory course covering the theory. The introductory courses take place at least twice a year, according to demand.
To make a reservation on the next available course, you must first purchase the Institute of Advanced Motorists "Skill for Life" package. You can contact the Membership Secretary on 01573-450216 for further information and a membership pack, or purchase online through the Institute's website. Once you have purchased the package, you can elect to become a member of the Borders Group of Advanced Motorists, and your place on our next course will be reserved.
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Page last updated 31st January 2010
