4WD Off Road Driving School near Los Angeles

Come to this 4WD Off Road Driving School and learn to drive safely off-road! In two days you will discover techniques used by experienced drivers to negotiate hills, sand, mud and rocks. This clinic is specifically designed to meet the needs of novice off-highway drivers.

You will learn basic information about 4WD vehicles (just enough to understand what is going on). You will learn safety and environmental concerns. The largest part of the clinic is driving technique to get you through a variety of terrain.

Designed for the novice, this is a two-day session at Hungry Valley State Vehicle Recreation Area, near Gorman CA. The session includes classroom and behind-the-wheel instruction.

Schedule
dates are first day of 2-day events

October 18, 2008
October 20, 2008
November 15, 2008
November 17, 2008
December 6, 2008
December 8, 2008

January 10, 2009
January 12, 2009
February 7, 2009
February 9, 2009
March 5, 2009
March 14, 2009
April 16, 2009
April 18, 2009
May 2, 2009
May 4, 2009
June 6, 2009
June 8, 2009
July 16, 2009
July 18, 2009
August 1, 2009
August 3, 2009
September 19, 2009
September 21, 2009
October 5, 2009
November 14, 2009
November 16, 2009 br> December 12, 2009
December 14, 2009

These items are covered: off road vehicles, how 4WD works, driving techniques for hills, sand, mud & rocks, safety issues, rules & concerns, rre run check, survival kit, peace of mind kit, basic options & accessories, getting unstuck & winching, post trip maintenance, trail etiquette & tread lightly. This clinic does not address vehicle build-up options and issues.

The clinic will answer these and many more questions:
~ How do you avoid damage to an expensive vehicle?
~ What is the critical difference you need to understand about operation of 4WD systems?
~ What do you need to avoid, when descending a steep Hill?
~ What impact does an automatic transmission have on off-road driving?
~ How can you improve your traction by 250%?
~ How deep can you safely cross water?
~ What is the most important safety item you can bring?
~ What are 10 ways to effect vehicle recovery?

Each registration will receive a copy of Jim Allen's Book "Four-Wheeler's Bible", a $30 value. This 200 plus page book is chock full of color pictures to illustrate how it works, what to do, and what to avoid.

The clinic is 4 hours of classroom and 4 hours of behind-the-wheel practice on the first day. On the second day you will start with a quick refresher on the basics followed by a warm up on the easier stuff. As the day progresses, you will tackle more challenging obstacles, working up to the higher end of blue rated trails. However, this not an extreme 4WD challenge. Everyone has a lot of fun. It is a great way to learn about your vehicle and build confidence. The clinic is limited to 10 vehicles.

The rate is for 1 or 2 people which includes 2 days of off-road instruction by a certified trainer, hands-on driving experience at our special practice area with individual coaching, actual hands-on driving over open terrain applying skills learned, use of a vehicle for 2 days while at the clinic (vehicles can not be used in the evening or outside the clinic), training materials including the 4-Wheelers Bible by Jim Allen and lunch for up to 2 people for both days.

The vehicle must be street legal, licensed, with 4-wheel drive low range capability. After-market modifications are not necessary. There will be a vehicle inspection. 2-wheel drive only vehicles and vehicles without a low range are not allowed. Tow hooks or tow points are recommended on both the front and rear. Call us if in doubt about suitability of the vehicle.

You must bring a valid drivers license. YOu will need to bring clothing for a wide range of weather. Clinic will be held regardless of the weather. It will mostly be hot and dry but bring clothing for cool and windy. The clinic is held at elevations ranging from 4,500 to 5,000 feet. A hat and sun screen are recommended.

At times during the day only pit toilets are available. Lunch and beverages will be provided. Dietary restrictions must be provided in advance. There is no other food service available. You are welcome to bring any snacks you wish along.

Tour does not include hotel pick ups. Spaces are limited, reserve today! Please reserve online or call us toll-free at 888-653-6051.