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First Route Driving School Ltd

Belleville’s premier Driver Training school. With 10 plus years of experience in Belleville and the surrounding area, our team looks forward to delivering either our MTO approved BDE course, private lessons, or road test packages!

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BDE Course Package

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Self-Paced Online BDE Course

Location Specials May Apply

$549.99

20 Hours Online Self-Paced Instruction¹
10 Hours Online Homework
10 Hours 1-on-1 In-Car Instruction with pick up and drop off within city limits
*Plus HST
¹Please visit the FAQ page for more information on the self-paced course

In-Person BDE Course

In select locations

$599.99

20 Hours In-Person Instruction
10 Hours Homework
10 Hours 1-on-1 In-Car Instruction with pick up and drop off within city limits
*Plus HST

In-Class

BDE Course Schedule

Belleville In-Class Dates:

Classes located inside the Pioneer Building of Loyalist College

April 15,16 and 22,23

May 27,28 June 3,4

Brockville In-Class Course Dates:

Classes are located at 2211 Parkedale Ave, upstairs.

April 15,16 and 22,23

May 27,28 and June 3,4

Kingston In-Class Dates:

Classes located at 1128 Clyde Court.

April 15,16 and 22,23-CLOSED

May 27,28 June 3,4

Windsor In-Class Dates:

Classes located at 333 Lacase Blvd, Windsor (Inside Tecumseh United Church).

April 22,23 29,30

Belleville Classroom-Pioneer Building

Please note that our classroom is only open during scheduled in-class course dates and times.

Services

What We Can Do For You

First Route Driving School offers our MTO Approved BDE Courses including a minimum of 10 hours of in-car instruction.

We also offer private 1-on-1 lessons to anyone looking to brush up on their driving skills, prepare for a road test, or gain confidence behind the wheel.

MTO Approved BDE Course

20 Hours Online Self-Paced Instruction or 20 Hours In-Person Instruction

10 Hours of Homework

10 Hours of 1-on-1 In-Car Instruction

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Private Lessons

Private 1-on-1 In-Car Lessons

Road Test Packages (Warm Up Lesson and Use of Car for Road Test)

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Don’t Settle For Less

Learn From the Experts with Over 15 Years Experience!

Our instructors are all carefully chosen and trained to the highest standards. Our instructors have experience with students of all ages and abilities. Take advantage of our professional and supportive instruction!

First Route Driving School Belleville

4.9

Based on 398 reviews

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Madhiya is the best instructor. She taught me everything in detail and I cracked my G2 the first attempt ☺️

Jind mann

18:10 29 Mar 23

Shedersshad helped me to get my g2, and I passed, first try , he was a really good teacher

Dakota Rye

15:31 29 Mar 23

I got my G2 today and it was a great experience with First Route Driving School and special thanks to Madiha bcz her instructions were very helpful to me. She was very informative about key details which helped me a lot.....

Manveer Singh

16:23 28 Mar 23

My instructor Zia Madiha was perfect in helping me prepare for my G2. Her bubbly personality helped me calm my nerves about the G2 test. Thank you Zia!

Brady Gruntz

19:55 23 Mar 23

I recently take classes from Mr. Sodhi. He explain me all the rules very well

Gursahib Bhangu

23:05 22 Mar 23

I have to say this is one of best driver’s course out there thank you to my driver Arshad for being the best and believe in me and teaching me things i didn’t know!

Itsjake

18:13 22 Mar 23

I had an excellent experience with First Route. They were reasonably priced, very responsive to my inquires and it was easy to set up a couple hours of instruction prior to my G-test. I highly recommend my instructor Madiha- she was knowledgeable, efficient with her instruction, and friendly. With her help I was successful on my first and only attempt!

Lisa F

16:13 14 Mar 23

I took private lessons with Arshad and was able to pass my G2. He was very kind, patient and knowledgeable. Thanks First Route!

Brooke Doherty

14:05 13 Mar 23

My driving instructor was Madiha Zia and she was an excellent teacher. I had a lot of fun driving with her and learned a lot from the experience driving with her. I would definitely recommend.

Wesley Bartlett

14:30 09 Mar 23

I loved the in-car lessons with Arshad; he was amazing.

David Beylerian

19:40 05 Mar 23

Zia Madiha is a very awesome driving instructor. After a day of her amazing driving lessons I passed my G test without any fault from the Drive test examiner. She was also very kind to picked me up and drop me home.Thanks a million Madiha. Every one who needs lessons should contact Madiha.

Eben Mensah

17:14 03 Mar 23

I had Arshad as my driving instructor. He was very patient and gave really good tips. Super friendly and was super helpful.

Emma Preston

22:39 28 Feb 23

Arshad helped a lot with getting ready for my g2 test, going into drivers ed I didn’t think I would need the help and thought I knew enough but after doing this I realized how helpful it truly is

Dylan Brown

20:18 28 Feb 23

Nathan Cooke

21:16 27 Feb 23

Adam Empey

18:36 21 Feb 23

The instructors are very kind and I learned all I needed to know to be on the road like parking, signs, what and where to look at and more

CJ Onuah

19:11 20 Feb 23

Great experience with rajinder sodhi. He is so clam and composed and his techniques are awesome.

Sneh Patel

13:40 18 Feb 23

Great drivers school I had Sodhi as my drivers instructor he helped me feel more comfortable behind the wheel and I passed my G2 test without any issues. If you are looking to pass your G2 first try take this Drivers school

F4D3D-Bear666

12:19 15 Feb 23

I took driving classes with mr.sodhi and I passed may G2 exam yesterday. He is amazing and good in nature.very punctual always be on time during my lessons.

Parth Bhalodiya

15:18 14 Feb 23

Big thanks to my driving instructor Sodhi! I was incredibly anxious before starting my lessons, but he was patient and explained everything thoroughly. He gave me the knowledge and confidence I needed to succeed!

Cody Rizzo

21:46 13 Feb 23

Hi… Today i got my G Class driving License. All thanks to Madhia she teaches very good 👍🏽👍🏽.Expert driving instructor

royal sunny

16:27 13 Feb 23

Madiha is a very good driver instructor, she helped me improve my driver lots. Always gives gum.

Andrew Cumpsty

16:37 11 Feb 23

I had a good learning experience with Mr. Sodhi's first route driving school. I was a new learner but Mr. Sodhi is a great teacher, he taught me well and helped me pass the G2 diving test. Thanks to God and Mr. Sodhi for making me successful 🙏🙏. I would highly recommend his classes to any new learners, who are struggling with fear and anxiety. This is a great place to begin your driving.

Renita Mabel

15:22 10 Feb 23

I have had the wonderful pleasure of my driving experience with madiha she is the kindness person you will ever meet because of her skills and her trai ning I passed my g2 thank you so much I will be contacting her for my g

Tanya Jeffery

15:18 10 Feb 23

Zia Madiha has great experience of driving as I got only two days of training from her and I cleared G test in first attempt. I recommend to everyone who want to clear G test, must visit her .

HarNoor BhuLLar

16:54 08 Feb 23

Highly recommended!

Valerie M

20:47 07 Feb 23

I took my driving lessons from Sodhi paji…..wonderful experience, he is soo great. I cleared my G2 driving test in first attempt all because of Sodhi paji’s training skills! Thank so much paji!!

KIRAT DEEP SINGH

17:18 07 Feb 23

I had taken driving lessons from Madiha mam and I learnt all needed traffic rules and regulations from her and she is very good explainer and I passed G2 examination

Amra

14:47 07 Feb 23

Pam was a wonderful driving instructor and in just a few lessons made a huge difference in my daughters driving skills!

Denise Morton

01:21 07 Feb 23

Had an excellent experience at first route. I had Madiha and she was an excellent instructor.. very understanding and patient!

Morgan Skinner

18:49 04 Feb 23

Great experience with instructor Mr. sodhi and I got my G2 in first attempt

Haqiqat Ottal

00:14 04 Feb 23

I took the lessons for my G2 test from Mr.Sodhi. I passed my G2 test in First attempt. He taught me very well and helped me to get ready for the G2 test. He is an amazing instructor. I recommend you to take lessons from him. Thanks so much🙏🙏Sodhi sir🫡

Amrit Ghuman

22:52 03 Feb 23

I got my G class licence in first attempt and my instructor was Mr. Sodhi. Honestly he is very nice in teaching driving skills. Apart from that he made me comfortable. In the last, Thanks a lot for sodhi's efforts that gave me G licence in the very first attempt.

amrit saini

21:19 03 Feb 23

Had a great time with First Route, Madiha is absolutely hilarious, and an amazing teacher! Would highly recommend.

Matt Darlington

16:27 03 Feb 23

Mr.sodhi has taught me very well , by which I am able to drive better in my examination and I got my G2.he has very nice teaching skills.

Krishna Patel

22:21 01 Feb 23

navjot kaur

05:09 01 Feb 23

Madiha was a great driving Ed teacher she was very nice and patient with my driving skills. She made sure I understood every driving instruction and I felt comfortable driving.

Anthony T

17:54 31 Jan 23

Great experience. Thanks to Madiha I got my Full G after just 1 attempt! Choosing the right instructor is key factor for your road test success! I would definitely recommend Madiha, it is not all about your driving, it is a psychological and mental training too, thanks again Madiha.

Alexander

15:30 28 Jan 23

Excellent teaching skills of Mr. Sodhi and teach driving with very politely and have knowledge of all driving rules and regulations.

Tushar Mangukiya

03:33 25 Jan 23

Thanks mr sodi singh wonderful experience because of your instructions i got my g

Sekhon Editz

23:49 24 Jan 23

Good experienceSodhisingh

ayush prajapati

20:49 24 Jan 23

It was a great experience having driving classes through first route driving school Mr. Sodhi who’s really skilled and helped me achieving on of my goals. I would highly recommend my friends for the classes .

Kiran Waraich

23:24 23 Jan 23

He is very good driving instructor as well as he is very patient person. I had cleared my G exam in one time. I recommend to all take classes from him.

Jagtar Gill

22:04 22 Jan 23

Sodhi is a good instructor and he tough me everything very nice. Moreover, he tough me every and all signs. Overall, wonderful experience.

Sahil Walia

21:40 20 Jan 23

Arshad have me to give my license G i pass in first time awesome teaching

Yashesh Dave

14:48 20 Jan 23

Absolutely no words! Madiha is the best instructor I have come across! She taught me things under 2 hours where my previous instructor couldn’t in 7-8 hours. She also makes jokes and talks to you to make you feel really comfortable throughout the lesson, also a pro tip: if she offers gum, take it, works like magic! And yes I passed my G2 today.

Alka Anil

21:47 19 Jan 23

First Route helped me to pass my driving test - G . Special thanks to my driving instructor “Sodhi Bhai”. I highly recommend him as he is very professional to new drivers. He explained everything calmly and put a lot of effort in teaching road signs. I got my G in one take! because of him.

Parthiv Patel

16:04 19 Jan 23

I had an amazing experience in learning how to drive & getting my G2.All credit goes to Mr Sodhi.His tips and tricks made learning easy and seamless.Highly recommend this school and Mr Sodhi to anyone and everyone!!

PRANJAL DAVE

13:43 19 Jan 23

Arshad was my driving instructor. He was very patient and helpful. He’s amazing at his job and I couldn’t have wished for a better instructor!

Maria Baes

14:47 14 Jan 23

Mr. sodhi …He is great instructor..He teach me all parkings, signs and road rules and regulations.Thank you so much for your perfect instructions

JAHANVI GHOGHARI

20:32 12 Jan 23

Wonderful:) I had Madiha along with me and I felt very safe and I’m so thankful I think everyone should take drivers Ed and become a safe driver!

Summer Anderson

20:45 10 Jan 23

I took training of G2 licence from Mr. Sodhi and experience was great. He taught me every single thing in a very good and polite way. I recommend all of belleville students to take classes from him to achieve your license.

Navjot Singh

14:45 10 Jan 23

Learn great driving lessons from Sodhipaji, got my G2 in first attempt. Thanks Sodhipaji.

rahul mistry

21:56 09 Jan 23

Arshad was great and helped me lots

keefer west

16:50 07 Jan 23

Arshad did great. He helped me pass the G test on first take.

Bea Vitto

17:56 04 Jan 23

Thanks to the instructor Madiha, I passed the G exam on the first try. She explains everything well and clearly. I recommend her trainings!

Andrii Vulf

02:55 22 Dec 22

I feel really glad that I took my driving session from Mr.Sodhi for my G2. It was tough for me because it was my first driving experience in my entire life I never driven a car before. But Mr. Sodhi taught me amazing skills and tips through out my all the lessons. Once again thanks to Mr.Sodhi.

Aakash Vankar

22:10 20 Dec 22

I was taught by Mr Sodhi for both my G2 and G driving exams. I cleared my exams in first attempt with his clear instructions. He is a wonderful instructor. He is punctual with class / exam appointments. Thanks again Mr. Sodhi 🙏. Highly recommended.

Jay Patel

20:59 20 Dec 22

Had a great driving experience with MrSodhi.

Rishabh Minhas

15:46 20 Dec 22

I cleared my driving exam only because of my driving instructor Mr.Sodhi, he trained me patiently and made sure to aware me of all the driving rules.Anyone in Belleville or near by who wants to clear in first try and be a good driver, I would strongly recommend only Mr. Sodhi

Amardeep Singh

23:19 19 Dec 22

First Route helped me to pass my G2. Special thanks to my driving instructor Sodhi! I highly recommend him as he is very professional and patient to new drivers. He explained everything in the easiest way as much as possible and put a lot of effort in teaching road signs. He was also very fexible in terms of schedule. I was able to get my G2 in one take!

Eileen Esturas

23:10 19 Dec 22

I took my G2 with Sodhi. He is a well experienced instructor who makes me so comfortable throughout the session and he explained about every steps clearly. He trained about all the rules we have to follow while driving and trained well in parking which makes me more confident.Great experience with you.Thank you Sodhi.

Aswathy Rajan

17:03 19 Dec 22

Very good experience with Mr. Sodhi. He guided me very well and I cleared my G driving licence first time.

roop sahdev

16:26 15 Dec 22

madiha was my driving instructor and i passed my G2 test today with zero mistakes. she is an amazing instructor and has really helped me become a safe and comfortable driver!

Livi Tracze

14:23 14 Dec 22

Arshad helped me prepare for my G2 test and tought me many valuable road rules that helped me become a better driver.

Denholm B33

13:45 14 Dec 22

It was really great to acquire driving skills with Sodhi. Very patient and motivating person to help me in driving. Got my G2. Thanks Sodhi

Rose Babu

21:08 12 Dec 22

I took G lessons from Mr Sodhi. He is very soft spoken and provides clear directions. Passed in first attempt.

Aman Sandhu

20:56 12 Dec 22

Arshad bhai helped me to pass my G2 test and I enjoyed my lesson with him. Great experience. Thank you for you guidance.

Shahid Azizi

00:46 11 Dec 22

Mya Rose

19:04 10 Dec 22

Arshad helped me gain confidence with my driving and parking and prepare me for my test!

Alexia Bianchi

14:25 10 Dec 22

Arshad helped me to prepare for my test and now I feel comfortable and ready to drive!

April

18:22 08 Dec 22

Arshad was my teacher and he was very patient and helped get me confident on the road.

Nicolas Labonte

18:29 07 Dec 22

I was able to clear my G2 in the first try. Madiha was my instructor and she helped me with all the lessons. They can provide the best classes.

Mekha Pramod

14:01 07 Dec 22

My Driving instructor Madiha was very kind and taught me everything very well.

Logan Hicks

13:54 05 Dec 22

Thanks to the amazing instructor "Madiha" from First Route Driving School, I was able to pass the G test in my first attempt. She made all the ON traffic rules clear to me, observed and corrected all my driving errors. I'd highly recommend her to my friends and family.

Shivraj Dhumal

12:56 04 Dec 22

I took training for my G2 test from Mr.Sodhi. I was new to driving and It was very difficult for me to remind all the rules but thanks to him , He taught me very well and helped me to get ready for the G2 test. He was an amazing instructor. I recommend you to take lessons for him.

Bhavya Bakshi

01:27 04 Dec 22

I had a great time having a lesson today with Safdar today before my road test. I am grateful for his services, as it allowed me to be less nervous and more confident driving on the highway. Safdar was patient with me and advised to check my blind spot etc. I would definitely recommend this driving school for everyone. Thank you once again!

Laurentan Vincent

17:22 02 Dec 22

Driving instructor was really good and taught me everything I needed to know especially the little things.(Madiha)

Jared Matthews

21:08 01 Dec 22

It was a great experience having driving classes through first route driving school especially Sodhi bhaji who’s really skilled and knowledgeable, helped me achieving on of my goals. I would highly recommend my friends for the classes .

Navdeep Kaur

04:08 01 Dec 22

It was wonderful experience. I don’t know how to drive because I never drive a car before it, actually it was my first experience. But i did it with great efforts of sodhi sir. He is very calm and have a-lots of patience. Overall it was great experience. Thank you.

Harmanvir Kaur

20:04 30 Nov 22

I had a wonderful teaching experience with Mr. Sodhi. I applied for a G2 driving test, took lessons from him and successful cleared the test. I must say he is a very dedicated teacher and provides honest and positive feedback. He corrects you till the point you reach perfection. All thanks to him for helping me through this.

Shubhika Hardy

14:04 29 Nov 22

I took the lessons for my G2 test from Mr.Sodhi. I passed my G2 test in First attempt. He taught me very well and helped me to get ready for the G2 test. He was an amazing instructor. I recommend you to take lessons for him.

Sukhan Dhaliwal

01:46 29 Nov 22

Komal Sagwal

23:17 28 Nov 22

madiha really helped me learn how to drive better.

Emma dejesus

20:47 28 Nov 22

Passed my road test on my 1st attempt. Best driving school. Mr sodhi is good driving instructor. As well as he was very helpful. I highly recommend this driving school and instructor Mr sodhi.

Helly Patel

16:53 28 Nov 22

Great Driving Institute with a superb instructor ( Sodhi ) having a wonderful teaching experience.

Surjit Singh

00:13 25 Nov 22

Nice institute to learn driving. Instructor “Sodhi” is well experienced with his driving skills. He teaches really well which makes our chances of qualifying the test really high.

Wheel 4 Drive

00:12 25 Nov 22

I had great experience with First Route Driving school. Mr.Sodhi sir did a great job with giving me the guidelines for the driving test and I must say that he is an experienced and friendly instructor.

Azizinder Singh Bhullar

23:34 23 Nov 22

Have a wonderful experience with arshad ji thank you for helping in passing my test😄😄

Aman Yadav

20:09 23 Nov 22

Arshad helped me get ready for my g2 driving test!

Isabella Green

13:37 23 Nov 22

First Route it's a great school, not only they are always quick to respond and on time for everything, but allow you to be as flexible as you need with the classes and will provide their best advice to what you need.My instructor, Madiha, was absolutely awesome. She explains everything with care and patience, and will always do her best to calm the nerves and make you feel comfortable behind the wheel.

Nery Alexandra Campusano Vargas

01:12 23 Nov 22

Was great experience with Sodhi sir. CLEARED my g2 in first try. Thank you so much.

Ramandeep Singh

16:11 22 Nov 22

Mr. Sodhi was my Instructor. He is very good at his work. Speaks politely and teaches in good way. I cleared my G2 in first attempt without any previous experience.

Mehakpreet Kaur

19:30 21 Nov 22

Great experience passed my test. Mediaha was a great help and very kind.

Zamir Sux

13:50 21 Nov 22

I am very thankful for my instructor Madiha. She did a great job teaching me all the basics and helped me work through all the parts I found difficult. I appreciate the patience and the guidance.

Atira Santosh

14:49 20 Nov 22

Madiha is very good. I become confident after taking lessons from her. She is so patience and friendly. I got my driving licence after taking some classes from her.

Sumona Mizan

00:59 18 Nov 22

I successfully got my G2 driving license with the help of Mr.Sodhi from First Route! He is very nice and easy to understand. He helped me to become a much better driver, and now I am feeling comfortable always on the road!! He is an amazing instructor!! Would like to recommend everyone to take a lessons from Mr.Sodhi , who are looking for a driving lessons.

Er Yatin Ahir

20:37 17 Nov 22

Mr sodhi is very experienced person and friendly too he instructed me very well at the time of classes I will recommend him to everyone for driving classes

Harshit Goel

21:48 16 Nov 22

Never driven a car before in Canada and just 1 hour of lesson helped me to get my G2 license…Thankyouu Madiha😊

Om Thakkar

17:41 16 Nov 22

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Pam Maksymick

Hi, my name is Pam. I have been an instructor for 17 years. I taught in Oshawa for 8 years and then Belleville for 9 years. I really enjoy seeing how the students become confident knowledgeable drivers!

Madiha Zia

My name is Madiha Zia, and I have working with First Route Driving School since March, 2019. In my dictionary nothing is impossible, my aim is to produce confident & safe drivers no matter their level of experience!

I speak English, Urdu, Hindi and Punjabi.

Mohammad Arshad

My name is Mohammad Arshad. I have been working with First Route Driving School since June, 2019. I love my job, I like to deal with students of all ages, and I love to see the smile on my student’s faces when they get their license!

I speak English, Urdu, Hindi and Punjabi.