Become the
Driving Instructor Learners Recommend
Former DVSA Driving Examiner • Gold PDI of the Year 2026 • 20+ Years in Education
Why TUZO Academy?
You're not just learning to pass Part 3.
You're learning to become the driving instructor learners recommend to friends and family.
Meet Your Trainer
Steve Dowdall
Steve combines the insight of a former DVSA Driving Examiner
with more than 20 years of teaching experience to help aspiring
instructors build the confidence, coaching skills and knowledge
to succeed.
~ Gold PDI of the Year 2026
~ 6,000+ driving tests conducted
~ 20+ years teaching experience
~ Former DVSA Driving Examiner
Why Trainees Choose TUZO Academy
Everything we teach is designed to help you become the driving instructor learners actively recommend to friends and family.
Learn from Experience
Train with a former DVSA Driving Examiner who understands what it takes to develop safe, confident and successful driving instructors.
Coaching that Works
Develop modern coaching skills that help learners think independently, not simply follow instructions.
Real Classroom Learning
Combine classroom sessions, in-car coaching and structured feedback to accelerate your development.
Support Beyond Part 3
Qualify with confidence and continue receiving support as you build your own successful driving instructor business.
Your Journey to Becoming an ADI.
From your first theory revision to qualifying as an Approved Driving Instructor, we'll guide you through every stage with structured training, practical coaching and ongoing support.
Learn From Someone Who's Been There
Choose Your Route
Become an ADI
Starting from scratch?
Our complete ADI training programme takes you from Theory Test through to qualifying as an Approved Driving Instructor.
Our complete ADI training programme takes you from Theory Test through to qualifying as an Approved Driving Instructor.
Pink Badge Training
Already passed Part 2?
Start teaching real learners while receiving structured mentoring and preparation for Part 3.
Start teaching real learners while receiving structured mentoring and preparation for Part 3.
CPD & Instructor Development
Already qualified?
Continue developing your coaching, instructional skills and business through ongoing professional development.
Continue developing your coaching, instructional skills and business through ongoing professional development.
Why TUZO Academy is Different
The right training doesn't just help you pass Part 3. It prepares you for a successful career.
