Y•Drive Driving School

19/05/2026

DRIVING INSTRUCTOR, full-time, based in Christchurch.
We deliver driver licence support and driving instruction in Oamaru, Timaru, Ashburton and Christchurch. As part of our desire to “open doors” and support people to achieve their driver licence, we are looking to recruit a new Driving Instructor for our Y-Drive Driving School service in Christchurch.
If you hold a current Full Class 1 Driver Licence and a current Instructor’s (“I”) endorsement, we are keen to hear from you. You must currently be a qualified Class 1 driving instructor to apply for this position.
This position ideally suits a person who is passionate about providing a “hand-up” to people who need support to gain the necessary practical driver licence knowledge and skills to achieve their restricted and/or full driver’s licence.
So if you are living in Christchurch, have your "I" endorsement and are keen to make a difference, contact us today!
https://ymcasc.org.nz/.../driving-instructor-christchurch/

15/05/2026

11/05/2026

Another special milestone for our driving instructor legend - Dave Blaikie - 5 years of service with the Y!
Over the past five years, Dave has made a valuable contribution through his dedication, hard work, and commitment. During this time, he has delivered over 5,000 driving lessons - FIVE THOUSAND!!! — which means he’s spent countless hours in the passenger seat, backed by remarkable calm.
Dave lives our Y vision every single day "to be a beacon of opportunity and empowerment for people and communities"
Thanks to Dave, hundreds of learners are now out on the roads driving confidently—hopefully remembering everything he taught them…🚗
Thank you Dave and huge congratulations on this fantastic contribution. We look forward to many more miles in the years to come!
LEGEND!
🎉🎊🎉🎊🎊

08/05/2026

We have a winner! 🎉

Congratulations to Amelia Walker who has won a free 1-hour driving lesson, with one of our awesome driving instructors.
Please email [email protected] to claim and book your free lesson.

Thank you to everyone who entered and shared their best road safety tip this week!

07/05/2026

If you get demerit points on your restricted car licence between the 7th of May 2026 and 24th January 2027 time could be added onto your licence period, from the 25th of January.

Each time you get demerits, it will extend your licence period by 6 months. If you get demerits more than once, you will have to wait an extra 6 months each time.

Some more things to be aware of:
- If you get demerits from the 7th of May but move to your full licence before the 25th of January, your restricted period won't be extended.
- This extension only applies to people who are still on their restriced licence after the 25th of January.
- Any demit points you get before the 7th of May won't affect you restricted period.

For more information visit the NZTA Waka Kotahi website.

05/05/2026

🚗 Did you know that doubling your speed quadruples your stopping distance?

It's not just about how fast you're going, it's about how much road you need to stop. And at higher speeds, that distance grows faster than most drivers realise. Watch how quickly those numbers add up! 👀

This Road Safety Week, help spread the message. Share this video so more drivers, especially new ones, understand what speed really costs.

04/05/2026

[Giveaway now closed]

🚗 GIVEAWAY TIME! 🚗

To kick off Road Safety Week, we're giving away ONE FREE 1-hour driving lesson with one of our qualified driving instructors!

📍 This giveaway is open to anyone based in or around Ashburton, Timaru or Oamaru as the lesson must be redeemed in one of these three locations.

To enter, all you need to do is:
✅ LIKE this post
💬 COMMENT your best road safety tip below!

➕ For an additional entry, FOLLOW our page!

The draw closes Friday 8th May, one winner will be drawn at random and announced shortly after. Good luck! 🍀

📋 Terms: Open to those in the Ashburton, Timaru or Oamaru areas only. The winner must hold a current New Zealand Learner Licence (or above) to redeem the lesson.

⚠️ This promotion is in no way sponsored, endorsed, administered by, or associated with Facebook.

29/04/2026

If you've ever felt unsure at the pump, this one's for you⛽

Filling up is something every driver should feel confident doing and it's easy when you know how!

The hardest step? Looking at the final price without flinching 💸

Did you pick up any tips or tricks? Drop them below 👇

17/04/2026

🎉Congratulations to all our new learner drivers who passed their tests during the recent VTNZ portable testing unit visits to our Christchurch, Ashburton and Timaru sites!

Getting your learner licence is a huge milestone, and we're so proud of each and every one of you for taking that first step towards independence on the road.

Well done to all who sat the test, your hard work has paid off ! 🚗✨

25/03/2026

School holidays = the perfect time to get in some lessons 🚗💨

Build confidence, learn new skills and make real progress towards getting you licence.

📅 Limited spots available over the holidays, book now to secure your lessons.

👉https://ydrive.bookingtimes.com/