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High Performance Driver Coaching Testimonials

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George
Porsche Cayman GT4

Abbey
Jaguar F-Type

Russell
Alfa Romeo Giulia Quadrifoglio

Rob
Aston Martin Vanquish

Peter
Porsche Panamera

Peter
Porsche 991 Turbo S

Mandi
BMW M140i

Kirsti
Mercedes AMG A45

Jez
Ferrari 458 Speciale

Jason
McLaren 650S Spider

Haider
Porsche Boxster S

 
This was my 2nd 3 day course, and I will continue to regularly update my skills with Total Car Control going forward. The 3 day course is a must. 2 days at Millbrook having all the space in the world to explore and get it wrong safely, but the 3rd day is the real essential, learning to press on safely on real roads, in real conditions.
 
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Millbrook is perfect for learning, but the difference that made the difference was Ivan. His deep understanding of high performance driving and ability to make it accessible to a novice was impressive to say the least. He explained complex topics with remarkable clarity and patience, never rushing but making sure I was comfortable and understood each step before we proceeded. He was genuine and supportive, always providing constructive feedback that helped me improve rapidly. With a mix of good-natured humour and strong encouragement, he fostered a learning environment that was both enjoyable and challenging. You could spend a fortune on buying a better car or upgrading the one you have, but you would never exceed the value of spending two days or more with Ivan – the best performance upgrade for any car by far.
 
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I'd like to start by saying your course is AMAZING! Way, way beyond my expectations, I can't believe how my reading of the road has improved and what I can do with my car now.
 
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Driver Training
 
This being my second course with you in 18 months I knew what to expect from yourself, but being my first time owning a rear engine car I didn't know quite what to expect from my 911 GTS and you really helped me understand the different dynamics in various scenarios. This enabled me to confidently build good pace in a safe but challenging environment and I am now looking forward to enjoying the car to its full potential.
 
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We’ll take it as given that I enjoyed the course. What I liked about you specifically, was that you were there to share your wisdom with me and teach me, rather than tell me how brilliant YOU were. The course was quite clearly about me and my abilities and how they could be improved in a clear and methodical way; unlike almost every other fast driver I have encountered on various corporate race days where it was either all about the car, or how amazing THEY were. You put me very much at my ease, and made it clear from the off that you were only interested in improving me as a driver. You explained things clearly and everything tied into your very informative e-book.
 
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Just wanted to say what a difference your tuition has made to my driving behaviour. It has transformed the way I think and has made a huge difference to the way I drive.
 
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For a one day session it was highly productive – it offered enough variety to warrant being a “taster” but at the same time it was cohesive and the individual components have enough depth and engagement to actually provide a good degree of real training.
 
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I highly recommend this course to anyone: Ivan was fantastic and extremely patient; he ensured I was pushed outside my comfort zone, but not to the point I couldn’t handle it. Millbrook was amazing and I felt myself improving each day; my confidence building with each lap or exercise. I pretty much had zero ego or delusions that I was a good driver prior to this course, yet it did show me how much I really didn’t know and that made the course so much more rewarding: learning the correct way to drive, taking corners properly, understanding weight transfer, and how the car felt and reacted in under and oversteer situations.
 
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My 2 day performance driving course with Ivan gave me everything I wanted, and more. I think this is a pretty essential course for most performance car drivers in order to be safe and skilled, plus relaxed and confident behind the wheel.
 
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My wife and I spent five days with Ivan around Milbrook and on the roads. He taught us not only better driving skills in general, and also how to get the best from our new Audi R8. I still hear him in my ear as I drive it several months on.
 
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So it turns out my car is far more capable than I ever thought, and Ivan helped me explore much more of that performance than I ever thought I was capable of during my two days with him. It was both intense and intensely satisfying.
 
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Ivan has totally reinvigorated my love of driving. Patiently, calmly and with admirable good-humour, Ivan showed me where I was going wrong and how to get the most out of the car - safely. It feels like a great investment and I wish I’d done it ages ago.
 
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A hugely enjoyable three days during which I learned a lot about my car and greatly stretched my driving abilities. I was sad it was over at the end, and was reflecting afterwards on how remarkable it was that you remained completely calm, unflustered and in control throughout;
 
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I wish I had discovered Total Car Control many years earlier, which would have helped me improve my driving style and technique before too many 'bad habits' had taken hold. However, now that I have, I am sure to be back, time and time again to improve not only my driving ability, but also my enjoyment of each and every journey I take in future.
 
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The driver coaching around Cambridgeshire was fantastic. I could have never imagined how useful country roads could have been. Originally, I was a little sceptical, but Ivan gave me a real master class and showed me that country roads can be even more interesting for improving driving skills than a track.
 
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I highly recommend the 2-day Dynamic Driving Masterclass: it is without a doubt the most fun, exciting and constructive way to spend a couple of days. Thank you Ivan!
 
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Driver Training Course
 
Too many things stand out for me to pick just one, but the way Ivan pushed me up to and beyond my comfort zone each day and then tied it all together for me was just the right balance.
 
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A day spent with Ivan at Millbrook can't be recommended highly enough. Ivan is very personable and puts you at ease immediately. My confidence to drive quickly and safely has improved vastly. To understand your car and improve on your driving skills, all done in a safe place and within your own limits can only be a winner. Total Car Control = FANTASTIC!
 
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Driving Course Review
 
I had an absolutely fantastic time with Total Car Control! Putting it simply, Ivan is a master of his craft who will help coach you to take your driving to stages you didn’t even think were possible. Whatever your goals are, Ivan is the man to get you there. I truly believe you couldn’t be in better hands. I can’t pack into a single review how great this course really is: for people passionate about cars this is a must, it will be one of the best things you ever do (and is why I have already booked my 3rd course with Ivan).
 
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It was eye opening, humbling, exhilarating and superb. Driving around this morning my seating position was better, my speed and smoothness were way better and I felt safer and more in control of the car. I learned a lot and also learned that I have a lot more to learn. I am still stunned at just how good the car is and driving around the alpine course, both as a passenger and driver is up there in my top 3 driving moments.
 
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Total Control Driving Masterclass
 
I have learnt so much and gained so much more confidence in both the car and my own ability, making my driving experience so much more pleasurable and safe. Now to put all those new skills into use. Looking forward to another course with you next year, to further raise my game.
 
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The instruction is clear, concise, encouraging and delivered in a very personal way. Ivan has an enormous amount of experience to pass on and this made for a truly fantastic two day masterclass. My awareness and confidence have grown and I look forward to learning from him again in the not too distant future.
 
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An amazing amount of very useful (new to me) knowledge and techniques presented and put in to practice while in the car, with excellent real time coaching to improve my driving, all resulting in a lovely stable and smooth ride in my RS4. A far, far better way of driving, than I have been used to for the last 30 years!
 
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Ivan has clearly spent many years honing his mastery of fast, safe, and enjoyable driving. He brought all his experience into play over two days to help me appreciate just what is possible in my 911, and to set me on course to keep learning and improving.
 
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Many thanks for the two days of driver training at Millbrook. I particularly liked the briefing and discussion of learning styles so that each exercise was highly productive. The continued checking that the course was addressing what I thought I wanted as well as your professional insights into what I actually needed was particularly useful. Having you demonstrate what I should be doing and the attendant commentary was good, although the car appeared to gain another 100 BHP and far better suspension in your hands!
 
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I am now totally in love with the car again and can't wait to take it out each day. If I hadn't have taken this training with Ivan I could have seen myself selling the M3. I came away with so much more knowledge than I thought I would, which has totally changed the way I drive after 25 years behind the wheel. This was definitely worth the money; Ivan is definitely the right man for the job and I will be returning in the future.
 
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3-day performance driving course
 
If you are reading this review I urge you to take this course: in all my years of driving these are the best 3 days I have had bar none (and none other comes even close!). I now use the road with a completely different outlook to before I started and how my driving has changed is just immense. Words can’t describe how good it feels and you will only truly understand how good this course is by doing it.
 
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Spent an incredible and unforgettable couple of days with Ivan that have left me a much more confident and competent driver at speed as well as in general.
 
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Ferrari 488 Pista
 
I cannot recommend the courses offered by Ivan at Total Car Control enough. The content covered during my 3 day Total Control Masterclass was intense but delivered extremely well and professionally as well as being tailored to suit my ability.
 
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I came to my two day course with the expectation of taking my Ferrari to the limits of its capability and quickly came to realise that the limiting factor was the faulty ‘component’ behind the wheel, not the car.
 
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My brother and I each booked a two day Total Control Masterclass with Total Car Control with the initial requirement of it being a stipulation from our insurance company in order to drive our respective Lamborghini Huracan and Ferrari F12. The knowledge and confidence we gained from the two days was of great personal enjoyment and not just of requirement.
 
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I now have so much more confidence in the capabilities of what my car can do with regards to grip and power: knowing that I can now really push the car without the worry of it spinning is a great feeling. It was also really nice to be told to speed up rather than slow down! I will 100% be back for further coaching.
 
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Driving Masterclass Course
 
I have to say that your judgement as to how much to stretch me out of my comfort zone and when to ‘back off’ was perfect. At the start of the course I said my objectives were to learn to drive the 964 RS safely, with confidence in all conditions and to know it’s (and my) limits. You were patient, never patronising and always encouraging and positive.
 
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The first two days at Millbrook gave me confidence, both in the car and in myself. It got me used to speed and how safe and forgiving my car is when driven well. Also the importance of far-reaching, detailed observation and the driving line both entering and exiting corners. It set the foundation of skill for safe control on road. The last day (on public roads) was the most demanding yet most worthwhile part of the course. I thoroughly enjoyed it. A bit like being at a theme park but where the risks are real. However, it was up to me how much I wanted to be pushed outside my comfort zone. Now looking forward to practicing and enjoying my car to the full.
 
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I no longer feel intimidated by my C63S, and driving with the more measured and observant style that you gave me not only results in me feeling much safer in any given situation, but also much more confident to make rapid progress. This was a main objective of mine and one that I can say the course very much fulfilled.
 
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I would recommend Total Car Control to anyone wanting to improve their own skills beyond what they could even imagine; and if you have a performance car, it really is a must.
 
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I came to this course with an element of clumsiness and degree of fear in my driving which limited my enjoyment at the wheel of my 911. I left with the ability to see, analyse, plan and drive with finesse and precision, with much greater awareness of how my car works and what it needs from me on a spirited drive. This all gives me the great pleasure, satisfaction and confidence to drive in a way I did not believe I could. There is no better outcome than that.
 
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Overall, the 3 days were well worth it and it was good to get the fundamentals corrected which I will now apply going forwards. Thanks again and best regards!
 
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I have been lucky enough to have a number of sporty cars but it's only while I was with Ivan that I got to properly understand tyre grip, car balance, observation, speed and car positioning - to mention only a few. Ivan is focused on you as an individual and very much tailors the course to fit your ability and requirements. I plan to have further courses with Ivan as I wish to continue expanding my knowledge and ability. I have recommended the Total Control Masterclass to my friends; it is a truly exceptional experience!
 
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The fact that the course is tailored to your individual needs and delivered 1 to 1 is great. It means that you really get out of the course what you feel will benefit you, as opposed to it being generic. Regardless of what you are looking to achieve, if it involves driving, book Ivan!
 
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I’ve gained key driving skills and behaviours that I’ve been able to apply daily; resulting in smoother, quicker and safer journeys. I feel I’m making far better use of my performance car and above all, I’m enjoying driving again, looking forward every time I push the start button to the challenge of driving well and continuing my learning journey. TCC have my highest recommendation.
 
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Just want to say thanks for a fantastic 3 day Total Control Masterclass with you. It’s exactly what I had hoped for. You are an incredibly instructive and passionate teacher, and I feel I’ve been trained by someone at the leading edge of specialist expertise. Great fun, great days, great company!
 
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Ferrari 458
 
I think everyone could do with such training regardless of the type of vehicle one drives. On the back of this, I subsequently decided to book my 18 year old son for your 2 day course. Many thanks again for 3 most wonderful, entertaining and educational days. You have really opened my eyes as to how to drive a vehicle properly. I have never experienced anything like this before.
 
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As Sir Jackie Stewart’s driver in the UK, I attended the Total Control Masterclass. The three days were challenging yet thoroughly enjoyable. I came away feeling much more confident in my ability to drive Sir Jackie in a comfortable and professional manner.
 
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I could expand on this, but will leave it like this for others to experience the course as I did, not really knowing quite what to expect but finishing up with the biggest grin possible. There is much to be learnt over the 2 days and Ivan is methodically teaching you all the way from start to finish, plus he’s a fun guy to be with. This really was a Masterclass taught by a Master.
 
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I found both days extremely well planned and appropriately tuned into teaching me the right way to drive quickly yet also in a safe and thoroughly enjoyable manner, at the same time eliminating 43 years of bad driving habits.
 
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Driving Course Testimonial
 
Firstly, I really enjoyed the Total Control Masterclass; it met my expectations, and more. Secondly, I learned a huge amount and I think about what I learned every time I head out, even in town of course. You really challenged and pushed me, which is exactly what I was looking for.
 
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Ivan taught me copious amounts from start to finish, which I now feel has lead to me being a better and safer driver. I would recommend this course to anyone who wants to excel their driving skills.
 
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Thoroughly enjoyed my 2-day Dynamic Driving Masterclass at Millbrook, and achieved even more than I had hoped to.
 
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I left the course learning everything I wanted to. Now I need to practice, practice, practice before going back! Absolutely the best performance upgrade for your car! Highly recommended.
 
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This is definitely a course for driving better and safer as well as faster, rather than simply a blitz around a track. The Millbrook day was challenging but fun and the road day was eye-opening; experiencing lovely roads at speed, safely (and legally).
 
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I have never done anything like this before and I enjoyed it wholeheartedly. I now know far more about my new car and its capabilities. More importantly, I learned a huge amount about myself and my relationship with the car.
 
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I strongly advise anyone to seek Ivan's tuition and benefit from his extensive knowledge; every time I think back to these wonderful two days I gain an instant Cheshire cat grin!
 
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Would I recommend this course to anyone hovering over the buy button? Most definitely! Book now, you won't regret it.
 
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I found two huge benefits in taking a course with Ivan at Total Car Control. Firstly, being taught the methods of car control that I was simply unaware of, which directly translates into smoother, safer and more capable control of the car. Secondly is understanding the real capabilities of my own vehicle, with the opportunity to use it at Millbrook with Ivan alongside to guide and teach.
 
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Ivan delivers a highly informative and enjoyable driving experience that is challenging, enlightening and great fun.
 
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Many thanks for the 2-day Total Control Masterclass. Between the two of us we persuaded my wife to book this with the wet handling option. This was the best birthday present ever. My aim was to fully experience my 1997 Porsche 911 (993), and this was achieved beyond my (high) expectations. On completing the course I feel more in control of the car and the driving environment, I take more care yet am more progressive and I look forward to driving my 993 and other cars with more enthusiasm. The two days was to me, and my wife, great value. I look forward to doing an update with a different car.
 
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The 2 days passed way too quickly, an hour in the car felt like 5 minutes, and we both came away with a wealth of knowledge. Yet we also understand that we have only scratched the surface, with loads more to learn from Ivan, and we’ll enjoy the process!
 
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My experience of the Total Control Masterclass was exemplary. From first contact, I felt that the course was tailored to my needs.
 
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Ivan’s teaching style strikes the perfect balance between putting you at ease whilst encouraging you to test your skills. It was a great opportunity to discover the true power and capability of our 911 whilst feeling safe and secure. As a result, I feel much more confident behind the wheel and get greater enjoyment out of driving.
 
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Everything was fabulous and has given me a lot more confidence, albeit I feel no desire to drive any faster! The lure of driving better is more satisfying.
 
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For me, the cost of the course is a substantial amount of the value of my car! However, if you are serious about improving your driving, learning to exploit the performance of whatever car you own and doing it in a safe, controlled manner, you would struggle to do better than doing this course with Ivan.
 
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McLaren 570S
 
My Total Control Masterclass was a fantastic three days: I learnt so much about the car, about roadcraft and also about myself! I was so impressed with the training and so impressed with the car! It has given me a much deeper understanding of what both the car and I are capable of, as well as many aspects of driver safety and awareness – both the car and I were comprehensively tested! As a result of my time with you, I have enjoyed the last 4 months of McLaren ownership so much more that the first 14 months!
 
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I am pleased to report that due to your coaching my driving is smoother, faster and more enjoyable.
 
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I think your course is mandatory for everyone who wants to evolve from merely being along for the ride to being a proper driver.
 
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Having completed the 2 day Total Control Masterclass with Ivan, I would recommend this to anyone who enjoys driving and wants to become a safer and better driver.
 
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You’ve definitely made me a safer driver, but also a more keen one, as my new found knowledge is helping me exploit more of what the car can do, which is great. In short, a very worthwhile investment and some of the best training I have ever undertaken.
 
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I feel that the course and your numerous teaching methods and pointers have improved not only how I drive, but my whole approach to driving. The result is that, road permitting, I now have much greater confidence to use much more of the 488’s performance whilst retaining full control.
 
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Porsche Cayman S 718
 
I found Ivan and his company Total Car Control totally professional at all times. They always “did what it says on the tin”. The training is way beyond just high speed driving, it really is “Total Car Control”. I can't recommend Ivan or his approach to driver training highly enough.
 
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A much needed eye opener in regards to how easy it is to get all comfortable, protected inside your own little environment, surrounded by technology that far exceeds the majority of driving ability out there.
 
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The course, and Ivan’s teaching techniques, have proven as rewarding as I was hoping for, and I would not hesitate to recommend his course to anyone who wishes to truly enjoy their sportscar.
 
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Lamborghini Huracan Performante
 
I decided to take the Total Control Masterclass with Ivan after being recommended it by a number of people. I thought I was an ok driver, having driven performance cars for a number of years, yet soon realised how much I had to learn.
 
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Well, what can I say? A complete revelation. I found the way you approached my Dynamic Handling Masterclass from start to finish to be completely tailored to my requirements. The instruction was excellent; you completely understood everything I hoped to achieve from the day and delivered in a way I understood and was able to put into practice.
 
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Morgan
 
I was amazed at just how much I learnt over the two days of my course; and just how good it feels when one’s driving becomes balanced and fluid, and how that translates to a greater connection with my car, and even more enjoyment driving it. No matter what level of driver you are, you owe it to yourself, your passengers and your cars to continue to develop as a driver, and Total Car Control certainly delivers in all respects.
 
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I thought the day's learning objectives were clear, the timings really well structured and perfectly balanced for the constant progression, and my confidence really built over the day. I'll remember the experience and learnings for a long time.
 
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I cannot thank you enough for revising and improving my driving technique, allowing me to re-discover my joy in driving through your skills in instruction and help. I can thoroughly endorse and recommend your courses to anyone who wishes to improve their car handling and get the most of their car.
 
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I’m now much more confident in the Maserati after my experience with Ivan than I otherwise would have been; not to mention a better driver, and I learned a lot. Ivan is an expert in his field and I would recommend him to anyone.
 
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I should imagine that, like the majority of your clients, I attended your course with the belief that I was a good, safe driver. But it became clear that I was far from the finished article within the first 15 minutes.
 
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I really enjoyed our 3-days together and learnt so much; significantly more than I expected. Your coaching style and knowledge is simply brilliant and you really helped me understand how to become a much better and safer driver. My aim was to improve my driving abilities so that I could better exploit the performance of my Cayman GT4 and 997 Turbo in a safe, controlled and enjoyable way. Not only did you make that happen, but the amount of knowledge and insight that you provided helped my understanding of driving progress from a black-and-white view to a glorious, high definition, full colour world!
 
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I have only positive things to say and I would definitely recommend your courses to anyone wishing to improve their driving skills.
 
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I would recommend Ivan's course to anyone interested in developing their driving and I fully expect myself to be back for further coaching sessions in the future.
 
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BMW M2 Competition
 
I would love to do this course again, purely because I can grow from it and further improve. The teaching techniques that you showed, gave me confidence behind the wheel. I also really appreciated the fact you were very patient when I was not getting it right. I feel the atmosphere of the course delivery is informative yet relaxed, which helped me to focus on the driving and honing in on my skills.
 
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The course was a revelation and I now feel much safer driving for myself and other road users. If you want to drive safely, smoothly and with speed then invest your time with Ivan.
 
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If you recall, I originally only planned to do the Dynamic Handling aspect of your coaching, at Millbrook, yet now appreciate that the Total Control Masterclass is a must in my opinion; not only for putting the proving ground exercises and techniques into reality and planning those S bend series, but also for the driving discipline.
 
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I am sure that if I continue to practice what Ivan has taught me, the benefits of this course will stay with me for a long time, and I am so glad that even after four years I took the plunge and booked the second part of the Total Car Control course.
 
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I had two of the most incredible, memorable, instructional and fun days of my 55 years. Ivan’s 2-day Total Control Masterclass ticked every box I knew about and some others too! It was an absolute delight to learn from the best.
 
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This was some of the best money I have ever spent; a cliché I know, but I really do mean it!
 
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McLaren 570S
 
I was honestly astonished how much more confident, capable, and most importantly safe I felt driving on road during and after the training. The course is great value for money and your skills are transferable to any car moving forward. I wish I’d done it years ago.
 
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M Bush Advanced Driver Training
 
I drove away with so much more confidence, it was palpable. Beyond that, some of the skills Ivan taught me have since been tested on the road, and I am very grateful I invested in enhancing my driving skills: I think everyone should do it!
 
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The second day, out on the roads was also great, and the wet weather allowed a great comparison from the dry day at Millbrook. I was somewhat nervous to start off with, as my biking experience leads me to be somewhat conservative in those conditions, but with your guidance and supervision I became much more confident, both in my own road assessment capabilities and those of the car as well.
 
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In two days you enhanced my whole driving experience from feeling connected to the car as a mere passenger to a true driver! I feel that the S6 is now alive when I’m out and about, and more importantly I’m progressing more swiftly and safely at the same time. I would recommend the Total Control Masterclass to anyone, and agree with previous comments that this should be compulsory training; to drivers of high performance cars this training is a must do.
 
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What a difference this course has made to me. I wish I’d done it 20 years ago!... I love my Bentley. I love how it feels, how it looks, and how it smells, but Ivan awoke in me a real appreciation of what it means to actually drive it!
 
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C. Theodossiou | Advanced Driver Training
 
I feel that the word ‘Masterclass’ is not appropriate, as I think it is overused and doesn't fully capture the spirit of what you do. As such, I think you should rename your course ‘Surgery’, as this is precisely what I underwent in my time with you. The radical shift in perspective and performance is to my mind more akin to a ‘surgery’ operation than a mere ‘masterclass’.
 
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I can highly recommend Total Car Control to any driver who has the privilege of owning a performance car and who wishes to gain the tools of how to make the most of their pride and joy...
 
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To anyone thinking about booking a performance driving course, I cannot recommend Ivan and Total Car Control enough. I got out of the day exactly what I was hoping for: how to cope with oversteer and understeer; understand grip levels; braking distances from high speed; entry/exit points for bends and even trail braking. Everything we covered has translated into improved driving skills that I use everyday...
 
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Thanks for the outstanding day On Road. Not only was it great fun, but I learnt huge amounts...
 
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A fabulous and fun experience all round. Anybody interested in improving their driving, and who wants to understand and exploit the capabilities of their car will benefit hugely from the time they spend with Ivan...
 
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Ivan, you delivered much more than you promised, in a modest and non-condescending manner. As to the driving, I can only describe it as all aspects of the car merging with the driver to create harmony. The inner smile I get every time I’m behind the wheel is unbelievable...
 
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Porsche Panamera
 
I really didn’t know what to expect from the 2-day Total Control Masterclass, but whatever I had imagined, Ivan delivered far more. He introduced me to entirely new concepts that made no sense initially (trail braking, anyone?), but that were a revelation to experience in the safety of a one-to-one session on the Millbrook test track. Driving home after the course felt completely different to my many prior years of driving – and it’s remained that way since. Now, I hardly listen to the radio because I am so engaged in the sheer pleasure of driving...
 
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Your teaching technique clearly works really well, for I learnt a great deal during the day about both my car and my own competence to drive it. I always enjoyed driving quickly but now see much more of a challenge in it. It’s no longer about just getting from A to B quickly, it’s now all about driving with sound technique to utilise the car’s capability, the road available and my learnt skills in handling the car through weight transfer, braking and effective steering. To arrive at B having achieved a technically correct drive is hugely rewarding, plus safer and with the option of arriving at B faster than before. Thank you for a great day’s learning and experiencing the more technical aspects of driving, which have enhanced my enjoyment of my car and of my driving generally. Even my wife thinks I’m a better driver as a result!
 
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The Total Control Masterclass has made me look at driving in a whole new way. I was made to feel totally at ease, not at all judged as many ‘women drivers’ might fear, and that no question asked was a stupid one. The course content was interesting, well structured, and hugely fun. I had the biggest smile on my face for two days and it was a real treat...
 
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Aston Martin Vantage N420
 
The mix of theory, the exhilaration of really testing the theory at Millbrook in your own vehicle and then finally putting it into practice on the road is the perfect combination. Without hesitation, I would recommend Total Car Control to anyone wanting to really explore the capabilities of their performance car and their own ability behind the wheel...
 
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I improved massively over the 2 days and my confidence and understanding of efficient, direct driving has greatly transformed me as a driver. I now think consciously about every corner I take in the car, positioning correctly on approach, trail braking when appropriate into the corner whilst looking for the exit as early as possible and clipping the apex correctly. It has even made my daily commute enjoyable, as I reinforce the learning of the course...
 
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Porsche Cayman GT4
 
Total Car Control is the driving ‘Secret Stuff’… The stuff that I did not know was out there. The ‘secret stuff’ gives me the awareness to see further; enabling safer, faster progress. It provides a more intense, focused and rewarding experience each and every time I drive. This was simply the best value upgrade ever for my Porsche GT4...
 
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You helped me to push myself and find out the capability of my car, which was very invigorating and a brilliant thrill...
 
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Very much enjoyed the Dynamic Handling Masterclass; and taking the day in the wet was also a great idea...
 
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It’s definitely not an understatement to say that the course has transformed my driving - the way I read the road, my positioning, and vision especially. I’m now a better and safer driver as a result...
 
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C. Mitchell Driving Course Review
 
Having completed a number of track days, some with tuition, I expected my already existing skills to be polished up a little... How wrong can one be! The Masterclass course was indeed fantastic and far exceeded my expectations, and I came away with a renewed thrill for driving (I didn't think this would be possible) particularly on public roads...
 
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I now feel more able to enjoy my M3 on the road, with a smoother, more economical style that is both faster and safer. Equally, I have also realised how much more I have to learn and I sincerely hope to be back soon. Many thanks to Ivan for his patience, for his approach and for making me a better driver...
 
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I couldn’t have asked for anything more, from your knowledge, the pace of learning and patience to your understanding of my skills...
 
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Porsche 911
 
Ivan is a huge enthusiast and massively knowledgeable about the physics of driving. His teaching style is very positive, yet to the point. He allowed my confidence and techniques to grow, gradually pushing me to drive better and faster. It certainly helps when the coach is having as much fun as the student! I would thoroughly recommend Total Car Control to anyone...
 
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Since my On Road Masterclass, driving my Ghibli has become a more enjoyable experience. I thought I was a good driver, however after a day with Ivan I felt much more confident and my ego remained intact...
 
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One of the key things from the two days that I was truly surprised about was the escapism. Focusing on nothing other than driving turned out to be as restorative to that which I have felt following a two week holiday!
 
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I had a spectacular two day course with Ivan. He is a fantastic teacher who has the patience to help you become a better driver...
 
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I now feel much more comfortable driving the XKR, with a confidence in the car itself that I never thought possible, and completion of this 2 day course has brought owning a sports car to a level of true enjoyment for me...
 
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V. Cotton Driver Training Course Review
 
Ivan was never condescending or patronising in his assessment of my driving which, as a female, is a refreshing change! Overall, I feel far more confident driving my Mustang now that I know how it responds to different conditions, and my daily drive has become all the more enjoyable now that I am putting into practice everything that I have learned...
 
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Both days were extremely enjoyable and highly educational, and the advice and training you gave me has improved my overall vision and positioning on the road so much that driving has taken on a whole new perspective for me. I continually find myself referring to your simple techniques to allow me to be so much more aware of my surroundings and the way I am driving and controlling the car...
 
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I know my driving is much smoother, a great deal safer and I no longer receive complaints from my wife and daughters (not about my driving anyway!)
 
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I thoroughly enjoyed, and have learnt massively from my two day Total Control Masterclass. I have described it to friends as 'Before the course I could make a car move; now I can drive'
 
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Would I recommend Total Car Control? This should be compulsory when buying any car, not just a performance car; as you teach people how the car feels and behaves...
 
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I was amazed how many skills I picked up on road. The best bit is, because the steps were taught so simply and well, I have remembered them 5 months on and use them in my day to day driving...
 
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Thank you for a course that was perfectly tailored to my own personal requirements. I appreciate the way you allowed me to work gently into situations that I was anxious about tackling. Done so expertly that I was led seamlessly into the things that worried me before I realised what I was doing! I’m so glad that I placed my trust in you...
 
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The course was perfectly judged for my level of experience, being challenging and yet hugely rewarding from start to finish. I came away feeling that my driving had significantly improved, that I can get more out of my GT4 on track and road, more safely, more of the time. I would highly recommend this course to anyone with a performance car who wants to get their own ability closer to that of the vehicle they drive...
 
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T. Burrow Driving Course Review
 
It was just so good because Ivan asked me exactly what I wanted to achieve and gain from the full 7 hours spent in my own car – and then he simply and skilfully crafted the day around my ideals and expectations; which were to be sharper, faster, safer, to understand the limits of the car AND the driver, and to maximise my enjoyment of my Audi R8 V10 Plus to the full. As time went on and many small but key adjustments were made and smoothed out, almost massaging away the roughness and injecting silk and finesse, the car became easier and better to drive; better than ever – absolutely awesome in fact. And faster, so much faster...
 
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I now totally agree that the 2nd day, On Road, is essential. The consolidation of learning from Millbrook is vital. I learnt so much and really felt I got value out of the day as we got to practice so much...
 
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J. Sargeant Driving Course Review
 
Both days of the course were perfect and I wouldn't have changed a thing on how it was done or the order that we did things in. In short - the course couldn't be better. The way you ran it also helped a lot as you were very calm in the way you explained things. I would highly recommend it to anyone looking to significantly improve their driving...
 
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This course was definitely a life changing experience for me, one that has changed my whole outlook on the road and driving. Driving well is a priceless skill and taking this course was one of the best decisions I will ever make with regards to cars...
 
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We would like to express our appreciation of the skills you imparted to us during our 2 days with you at Millbrook and on the roads of Cambridgeshire. The balance of the teaching was perfectly matched to our needs, stretching us when required...
 
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I thoroughly enjoyed my Dynamic Handling Masterclass and learnt a huge amount, not least that I thought I was a good driver but actually there is a whole lot more to driving than just going fast!
 
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I knew I had learnt a huge amount in our 2 days together, but did not appreciate just how much knowledge Ivan has passed down until I first drove onto the F1 track at Spa, Belgium...
 
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By any measure, this is amazing. I believe the core principles you teach are applicable to every driver and should be part of driver education...
 
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You certainly located an ideal area for the training; and I believe your programme content is spot on...
 
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J. Emmett Driving Course Review
 
I found the whole process invaluable, from the start to the finish of my two day course. Thank you once again and I look forward to another session soon...
 
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I really appreciated your explanations, the level of detail, and relevance to my vehicle's performance. You've certainly heightened my appreciation of the balance of the vehicle, the loading on the tyres, and how to gain the most feedback - in practice, opening the envelope of both performance and safety. My initial objectives were to explore both the car’s and my own limits, learning more about us both to allow me to get the most from our time together: job done!
 
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I wasn’t sure what to expect from my Total Control Masterclass but the quality and depth of the course is outstanding. From start to finish the focus was on improving my driving techniques and Ivan’s attention to detail is amazing. I can think of no way that this course could be improved...
 
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I always thought I was a safe driver, but having you point out my vulnerabilities was eye-opening. Realising just how much pertinent information was escaping my consciousness was, frankly, disturbing. In summary Ivan, you have taught me so much more than I expected. Many thanks for your patience and coaching...
 
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I really enjoyed the day and got lots out of it. I shall be back!
 
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R. Morgan Driver Training Review
 
Transformational. Brain reset after 37 years’ driving is what I've had after my recent two day Total Control Masterclass...
 
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Thank you for the extraordinarily useful follow up to our day together. I am already reaping the benefits of my learning but these Key Learning Points really help to consolidate everything...
 
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I enjoy driving even more now and have learnt valuable new skills which help me maintain a safe pace on road. I enjoyed Ivan’s approach to the training and it certainly worked for me...
 
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Ivan has a great ability to mix clear communication on what needs improvement, with a great deal of fun! He was very happy to tailor the day to what I wanted to cover, adjusting throughout...
 
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The time taken to understand what I wanted to get from the sessions, your ability to adapt the content to help achieve my objectives, and the constructive feedback was invaluable...
 
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Many thanks for the day's tuition at Millbrook, I enjoyed it immensely and picked up a lot of good car control points from you...
 
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I don't really have any constructive criticism. I thought the course was perfect as it was...
 
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It was an essential part of my learning process that I discovered how to drive my RS4 quickly. It would have been much less use overall in a generic fast car...
 
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Ivan brings out the best in you, and gently polishes off the worst in you with a smile and positive encouragement. I can clearly state that I have had a far greater return on investment in what I paid for my car versus enjoyability since my time with Total Car Control...
 
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The tailored, one-on-one training is what I have wanted to do for some time and although not cheap ‎it really is the only way to learn quickly. I will definitely return...
 
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I very much enjoyed the Total Control Masterclass and gained a great deal from it.  Your style of teaching is easy to assimilate; direct and insistent when necessary but maintaining an easy-going and friendly tone...
 
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The Total Car Control training, even after just one day, has completely changed how I think about driving (for the better)...
 
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Mini JCW
 
Ivan's approach to me being a lady girl racer was spot on. He made me feel at ease, not negative at all, only positive, which in turn brought out the best in my driving abilities...In short, if you want to become a more knowledgeable, experienced, safer, more spirited driver (man or woman) that understands and feels more at ease with a powerful car, do not look beyond Total Car Control. Thank you Ivan, you really have made a difference to my life ahead...
 
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S. MacDonnell Driver Training Course Review
 
Thanks for a very interesting and stimulating Total Control Masterclass. I have a multitude of thoughts swirling through my head as a result...I am now a lot less apprehensive of my Bentley GT Speed's 626 bhp and 2.25 tonnes thanks to you...
 
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I am pleased to tell you that your words of help and advice still ring in my ears...
 
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M. Silva Driving Course Review
 
I found the course entirely professional and very engaging. You do not patronise the learner and made sure you understood just what I wanted out of the course...
 
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Not only is this course a ‘must do activity’, it should be compulsory! I shall definitely be back for more; it is sooooo much funnnnnnn!...
 
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By the end, I felt more in control of my Ferrari 458 than I ever imagined I would, at speeds I never thought I would achieve....
 
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I thoroughly enjoyed my day at Millbrook with you; an excellent facility and excellent tuition....
 
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I have waited to write this appreciation of the Total Control Masterclass I did with you recently, wanting to first get my wife's response to my driving! So, yesterday in the DB9, we drove through the dales and towns: there were no complaints, this result is clearly a very good thing!....
 
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Enlightening and downright fun, and I learnt a lot more about my driving skillset and the capabilities of my Mustang, so that I now enjoy driving even more. It was indeed an adventure!
 
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The difference is tangible and I feel much more confident in both myself and my M3. I would say that my car and I have gone from uncomfortable small talk to chatting like old friends....
 
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M. Bates Driving Course Review
 
My driving is now definitely quicker and safer having taken the course. I think about driving in a different way. I see the roads differently and the way I position the car and adjust its balance is something I wish I had learned a long time ago...
 
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You presented this course in a very professional and structured format, which I didn’t fully appreciate at the time because I was enjoying myself so much...
 
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I am happier and safer now and absolutely adore driving my car.  I tell everyone I can about my brilliant time with Ivan and I thoroughly recommend Total Car Control...
 
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You asked about ideas for possibly improving the day. I struggled with that, as on reflection I do think you have the mix of activities and progressively tougher challenges pretty much spot-on...
 
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Thank you for such an involving, informative and extremely enjoyable day. Fantastic training, feel like I've learnt a massive amount...
 
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The whole day was both enlightening and well structured, enabling me to get a lot out of it and to understand much better the way to drive my new BMW safely and enjoyably...
 
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My confidence and pace has stepped up significantly while increasing my approach to safety at all times...
 
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McLaren 675LT
 
TCC should be compulsory and I urge people to let Ivan teach you one on one so that you can become a better driver...
 
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I learnt a new way to think about driving - result!
 
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Highly recommended if you fancy learning what your car is really capable of...
 
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This has given me a new confidence in myself and my McLaren 650S...
 
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It truly was a “Total Control Masterclass” conducted by a genuine Master of his craft. As others have commented, your course is the best value-for-money improvement anyone can make to their car...
 
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My driving has been totally transformed since knowing you. I owe you so much...
 
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J. Penrose Total Control Masterclass Driving Course Review
 
I consider Ivan at Total Car Control to provide the very best 1:1 high performance advanced driver training...
 
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Trust me, whatever standard you are at or think you are at, you will learn so much and get so much more enjoyment out of your Supercar than you thought possible....
 
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It was without any doubt in my mind the best money I’ve spent in quite a long time...Apart from being fun, my biggest takeaway was a much greater confidence and appreciation of my C63 AMG...which really brought the car alive...
 
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one of the most exhilarating, challenging and empowering experiences behind the wheel you could wish for....
 
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I can’t recommend Total Car Control highly enough and you can rest assured that your needs come first and the whole day is bespoke to you....
 
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I very much enjoyed my two days with Ivan recently on the Total Control Masterclass: the day at Millbrook was particularly memorable and the subsequent road day taught me a lot about my own driving...
 
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We just wanted to say how absolutely great our two days with you and Rob were...
 
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The day enabled me both to improve my skills massively – and my confidence to drive quickly and safely...
 
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I stopped fighting with the car to drive fast, and instead started to drive fast together with my car....
 
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This was simply the best driving training I have ever experienced bar none. Would I recommend your courses to others? Already have and will continue to do so. Would I do the two days again? Yes and have already started thinking of a timeline...
 
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I can now fully enjoy my new M5 and am completely stunned at its capabilities. What a waste it would have been if I hadn’t been on your course – it should be an absolute 'condition of purchase'...
 
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I am delighted with my progress and, when my wife asked if I thought the day was value for money, I told her that you get what you pay for, and I consider that I paid for the best tuition I could ask for...
 
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What you taught me will make driving more involving again as I’ll be thinking much more than I was before. I certainly appreciate the car more than I did...
 
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I thoroughly enjoyed being able to push myself and the car in a controlled, managed and high speed environment, confident that the man in the left seat was providing high quality instructions throughout...
 
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J. Gordon High Performance Driver Training Review
 
Spending the day with Ivan has had a fundamental and permanent impact on my driving. It was a great day, great fun and I’ll certainly be back for another...
 
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I very much enjoyed the Total Control Masterclass and genuinely feel that I got a lot out of it, in terms of my approach now to both road and track driving, plus a much better understanding of my Ferrari 360, its performance capabilities and how to get the best out of it...
 
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Time with Total Car Control is great value for money and a worthwhile investment for anyone who's spent their hard earned £s on a performance vehicle. It's a small percentage compared to the value of your car, but the amount of enjoyment you get out of your car through performance and safe speed driving is immense, and cannot be measured by money...
 
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Having spent tens of thousands of pounds on buying a high performance car it seems crazy not to spend a few hundred more on learning how to drive and control it properly. I could not recommend this course more strongly and would wish to thank you for your excellent and sympathetic instruction, for tailoring the day specifically to my needs and for giving me so much fun...
 
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My driving style has changed a lot, and I would definitely recommend booking the two day course as I found both days of equal value! A fantastic course...
 
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I learned more in 2 days (one day at Millbrook Proving Ground, one day on the road) than I have in 40 years driving and 5 years of track driving....
 
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I learnt more in a day than in all the track days I have done put together....
 
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In three very different full-day sessions, I learnt more about my car, the road, and about me and how I can be better, than I would have thought possible....
 
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It was an enjoyable, challenging and an informative day, and one which I wouldn't hesitate in recommending to anyone who is interested in becoming a better driver....
 
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I am now confident in the car’s ability, able to drive in such a way as to keep it stable at all speeds and enjoying myself tremendously....
 
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Your training technique was engaging and at a pace that suited me perfectly - I feel far more confident behind the wheel now than before, and know just what my XKR’s limits are....
 
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Ivan was confidence building, patient and incredibly focused on allowing me to get the most out of the day. For anyone that has a high performance car and a desire to learn what it can do, and what they can do to get more out of it, this is a must do....
 
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Ivan did a fantastic job in reducing my nebulous desire to be a better driver to a structured day that taught me a number of skills that I had not previously appreciated, and gave me much more confidence in knowing where my, and my 911's, limits lie....
 
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The whole day was just so much better than a typical ‘go as fast as you can’ track day....
 
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I really can't recommend the Total Control Masterclass highly enough....
 
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Having now benefited from 2 high performance driving courses with Total Car Control (and with the next one already booked), I want to share my experience with other drivers who are looking to get the most satisfaction and enjoyment from their sports car....
 
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It was good to have the training designed to meet specific objectives rather than stick to a rigid structure....
 
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I really did not believe that I could learn that much about driving, and am a little embarrassed as I thought I already knew a fair bit....
 
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I would recommend the Total Car Control team to anyone....
 
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You should have got this email at 02.30, as we both couldn't sleep a wink till about 4am....
 
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If you had told me in advance the amount I would learn in the two days I would never have believed you - my driving has become so much smoother, safer and more enjoyable since the course....
 
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My course was exciting, useful, safe and hugely enjoyable from start to finish. Most of all I left loving my 911 even more than I did when I started and knowing what I had learned would help me enjoy it far more in the future....
 
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Thank you for a truly enlightening and exciting experience...
 
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Any good and well planned class is only as good as the teacher, and this is where Ivan really comes up trumps… It really is a case of the teacher makes all the difference...
 
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It’s such a sensational feeling to have the car drifting gently through corners, on the limit of grip and with the throttle floored, and I’m still grinning a week later!...
 
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I now understand my 911 much better and have gained the knowledge and techniques to fully enjoy it every day; something which I look forward to continue building on with Ivan over the years to come...
 
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Every time I park the car on the drive, I now want to fire the engine up and go straight back out for a drive! That's what this course has done for me...
 
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I'm enjoying so much the driving now that I have decided to keep my Maserati. I would recommend this to anyone, and I'll definitely book another course with you in the future to take my driving skills to the next level...
 
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The team listen to your needs and tailor the training around helping you achieve your goals, whilst YOU do all the driving...
 
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I learnt things I never thought I could do, and other things I always knew the car could do, but never had the confidence to try...
 
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It was a real eye opener, helping me to appreciate the potential of my car and how subtle driving techniques can greatly add to driving enjoyment...
 
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My conclusion is that this training was an essential purchase and, for me, the only way to get full value out of my ‘ultimate driving machine’...
 
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What a day!  I wanted to gain confidence based on skill and understanding to enjoy my BMW 335i M Sport to the full, and am so glad I chose Total Car Control...
 
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Brilliant value for money and someone always to keep in touch with. Hugely recommended!...
 
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The course showed me the truth behind the saying that the most cost effective car performance upgrade is driver training and has convinced me to cancel the £3,000 of upgrades that I had planned...
 
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I hope you will not be too popular or too busy when I am ready for my next course, as I really miss your first class service...
 
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I knew it would be good, but I have to say that everything exceeded my expectations...
 
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A fantastic day’s driving tuition, with a vast array of knowledge on tap...
 
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