ICBC-licensed driving instruction on Vancouver Island. Patient, personalized lessons that build real skill and lasting confidence behind the wheel — for first-timers and seasoned drivers alike.
Our mission is simple: increase your knowledge, sharpen your skills, and build the attitude that makes you a safe, defensive driver for life.
Learn in a modern, dual-pedal Toyota with airbags and up-to-date safety features — comfortable and reassuring for every learner.
Whether you're getting your first licence or refreshing rusty skills, lessons are tailored to exactly where you are.
Real-world defensive driving tips and collision-avoidance techniques that keep you and everyone else safer on the road.
Build the full skill set — busy intersections, parking, merging and confident highway driving across the Island.
We come to you. Lessons start and end where it's easiest for you — home, school or work in the Port Alberni area.
Verbal and written feedback after every session, so you always know exactly what to work on next.
Every session is one full hour. Choose a single lesson or save with a package — there's an option for every stage of learning.
Single / evaluation lesson
A single lesson or evaluation for those who want some fine-tuning before an upcoming road test.
ChooseOur basic package
Three one-hour lessons of in-car driving instruction. Our basic instructional package to get you started.
ChooseMost popular starting package
Five hours of comprehensive in-car instruction — the most popular way to start and build real confidence.
ChooseUse our vehicle
Practice your skills, then we take you to Service BC in our vehicle for your scheduled road-test appointment.
ChooseAll sessions are one hour unless noted. A short portion (about 10–15 min) is sometimes spent reviewing material covered during the session. · View cancellation policy
We use a learner-centered, interactive approach — adapting every lesson to you. Instead of just telling you what to do, we explain the why behind safe driving so the habits actually stick.
Lessons adapt to the visual, hands-on or verbal learner — at a pace that feels right for you.
We explain the reasoning behind every technique so safe driving becomes second nature.
Constructive verbal and written feedback after each session builds lasting, confident habits.
Pacific Rim Driving School is owned and operated by Jill Banman. After 22 years of customer service with Quality Foods, Jill brings a caring, patient and personable approach to working with people of all ages.
She's excited to help both new and experienced drivers become more confident, proficient and safe on our ever-changing roadways — in a relaxed, student-centered environment built around how you learn best.
Call to reserve your spot, or send a message and Jill will get back to you to find a time that works. Online booking and secure payments are on the way.
Port Alberni
Serving Port Alberni & Vancouver IslandBy appointment
Flexible scheduling to fit your week