Kruse Control - Female Driving Instructor, Driving School in Wellington
Information about Kruse Control - Female Driving Instructor, Driving School in Wellington
Opening hours
- sunday: (closed)
- monday: 10h-17h
- tuesday: 13h-18h
- wednesday: 10h-17h
- thursday: (closed)
- friday: 10h-17h
- saturday: (closed)
Kruse Control is a female led driving school based in Te Whanganui-a-Tara (Wellington), Aotearoa (New Zealand). It's an LGBTQIA+ affirming space, offering a safe and fun learning environment. They offer driving lessons in English and German.
Our comment from DrivingSchools.Directory about Kruse Control - Female Driving Instructor, Driving School in Wellington:
Kruse Control - Female Driving Instructor is dedicated to creating a supportive and inclusive environment for learners in Wellington, New Zealand. Under the guidance of Kat, students experience a calm and patient approach to driving instruction, making the learning process enjoyable and stress-free.
Customers have shared their positive experiences, highlighting several key strengths:
- Excellent and tailored instruction that addresses individual needs
- Consistent feedback provided after each lesson
- A welcoming atmosphere that boosts confidence and reduces anxiety
- Support for both beginner and experienced drivers looking to improve their skills
- Effective preparation for all stages of the driving test
Many students expressed their gratitude for Kat's ability to make driving feel like an achievable skill rather than a daunting challenge. Her calm demeanor and constructive approach have resulted in numerous first-time passes for students, transforming their views on driving.
However, the high demand for her services means that getting a lesson may require some scheduling flexibility. Overall, Kruse Control is highly recommended for anyone looking to learn or refine their driving skills in a positive and encouraging environment.
Kruse Control - Female Driving Instructor, Driving School in Wellington: Reviews
Fantastic experience: I had the best experience with Kat! I am late to learn to drive and that brings me a lot of anxiety and embarrassment. Kat is so chill and cool, made me feel totally normal, and made the driving experience fun! She is so patient and stays very positive which can be rare with driving instructors. Sad to see her go!! I would absolutely recommend her service if you’re deciding between instructors!
Aww, Graice, thank you! I appreciate your kind words Happy to know that it worked out for you. Sorry to leave town- I'm sure you'll be in good hands with my recommendation for another instructor. All the best on your driving journey! You've been doing amazing!
Fantastic experience: Thanks to Kat's patient and supportive teaching I was able to grow comfortable and confident with the idea of driving, despite the fears and anxieties I brought with me when I started. With both a good idea of where to start and the ability to adapt to a student's strengths and weaknesses, she provided me with excellent instruction and a welcoming place to learn.
Aw ✨ Thank you for this kind review! I appreciate it and am stoked to see how far you’ve come! Great effort from your end! Safe driving ♥️
Fantastic experience: Kat is the first driving instructor that helped me see driving as a lifelong skill, and not just movements needed to pass a test. I've been to many instructors, but Kat was the first to made me feel relaxed and confident behind the wheel. An amazing teacher and calm presence! Highly recommend to any neurodivergent or anxious drivers.
Jasmine ✨ Thank you for the kind words. I’m beyond happy that I was able to facilitate this space for you. Stoked you’ve got this new skill for life in your repertoire. You’ve worked so hard and have achieved so much! Well done!! Very proud of you :)
Fantastic experience: Kat has been a brilliant instructor - diligent, approachable and providing useful feedback after every lesson. I found the worksheet of skills Kat provides after every lesson super helpful so you can go away and work on particular areas to improve in your own time. She notices your progress across each lesson and tailors each lesson accordingly, as well as asking if there’s particular skills you’d like to work on. After nine lessons I feel prepared and competent to take the next step towards sitting my restricted licence. Ngā mihi nui Kat!
Wonderful Karla! Love reading this, and am super happy for you! Great mahi and all the best for your practical test!
Fantastic experience: I personally cannot recommend Kat's teaching service enough. She single-handedly taught me everything practical to do with driving that I know, and the foundational skills she gave me will stick with me for the rest of my life. Thank you Kat ☺️
Aww, bless. Thank you Aleksei. I'm so stoked I was able to help. You are safe and skilled addition to (not only Pōneke) roads! Stay safe! ✨
Fantastic experience: Only good things to say about Kat! She is always patient and gentle, but still gives helpful feedback and advice. Kat really helped build up my confidence and allow me to pass my restricted on the first try. I couldn’t recommend her more!
Kia ora Olivia! I appreciate your kind words and am grateful that I was a small part of your driving journey! You've done so well and I'm positive you will keep on shining ☀️
Fantastic experience: Highly recommend. Not only do you get excellent driving instruction but you also get insights into the test and good tips on passing. Def worth it.
Aimee, thank you so much! I’m happy I was able to help ✨ Congratulations on your achievement!
Fantastic experience: I cannot recommend Kat highly enough as a driving instructor. Previous instructors had made driving anxiety-inducing for me, but Kat helped me so much to overcome that and become a confident driver who actually loves getting behind the wheel. She is always patient, encouraging, and kind. Our lessons were really helpful, but also fun! Thanks to Kat's guidance I was able to pass my restricted test first time. I am so grateful, thanks so much Kat!! ♡
Aww, M, thank you for your kind words! Love that it worked well for you and I’m stoked to read that you’re loving getting behind the wheel now Amazing! Safe driving to you ✨
Fantastic experience: Learning to drive has always been a huge source of anxiety for me, but taking lessons with Kat gave me the confidence to book my test and the skills to pass! I tried a few driving instructors before getting lessons with Kat, and she is by far the best. Her approach is inclusive and she is so calm, kind and patient. After each lesson, she sends a summary with skills to work on and she is so encouraging. I went from being so scared of driving to enjoying it! I would highly recommend Kat to anyone learning to drive. Thank you Kat!!
That’s so amazing Tayla! So stoked to read about your journey like this. I’m happy I was able to help a bit, and super proud of you for putting in the work!
Fantastic experience: Kat is a breath of fresh air in the world of driving instructors. Their approach to teaching is inclusive, patient and calm. If you’re struggling to find the right person that can meet your specific learning needs, Kat is the one! Would highly recommend.
Aw, Eilidh, thank you! So kind of you. I appreciate your words and feedback ✨
Fantastic experience: Kat was the most amazing driving teacher I’ve ever had. Very flexible and mindful to the students needs and with a lovely personality that genuinely makes learning a tricky thing enjoyable and stress-free. She knows the routes by heart and will pay attention to the students weak points to help tailor lessons to them and optimise the learning time. She also balances friendly conversation with the important lesson information perfectly so as to make lessons actually enjoyable as well as useful. I can’t recommend her enough. And I passed the test on my first try after taking her classes for a few weeks so that is surely another good indication of her abilities.
Aww Jack! Bless! Thank you for your kind words! I really appreciate it! I’m so stoked it worked out well for you! Well done, what a great achievement :)
Fantastic experience: Kat is a wonderful teacher, she is patient and kind and knows deeply that support and encouragement are essential for mastering a new skill. You are in very good, safe and highly professional hands when you choose her as your driving instructor. I can’t speak highly enough of my experience and will be forever grateful.
A! So grateful we were able to work on this project together! You've put in such an effort, it's amazing! Loved witnessing you going through those sessions and growing from it! I am really happy for you
Fantastic experience: I couldn't recommend Kat enough! With her help I was able to pass my restricted test first time. She is very patient and explains everything so clearly, and she always sends feedback after every lesson - which is super helpful. I had an amazing experience learning to drive with her :)
Aww Gabrielle! Thank you! so happy you passed the first time! Well done with all the hours of work you’ve put in!
Fantastic experience: Kat is so epic and kind!! She is very clear and calm when teaching you :) I highly highly recommend her!! ✨✨
Thank you Kaelin ✨✨ I really appreciate it! Was lovely working with you :)
Fantastic experience: Instructor (Kat) is lovely and very knowledgeable. Super supportive and found her way of teaching superb. If you’re a beginner or have more experience but need help with how to drive for the test she’s got your back!
Mikaela! Thank you so much I appreciate it! Glad to know I was able to help you achieve your goals :)
Fantastic experience: Kat helped me pass both my full and my restricted. She’s an excellent teacher and helped me build my confidence as a driver. Her feedback is always constructive and delivered kindly. She gets an A++ from me — every lesson was worth it!
Viyanka So kind of you! Hehe, thank you for the A++ Stoked that you're through the system and now on your full! Enjoy the freedom and roadtrips
Fantastic experience: Kat is incredibly patient and encouraging, lessons with her built my confidence immensely. I would absolutely reccomend her to anyone, and especially those who feel nervous about driving or even taking lessons in itself. Her calmness and kindness make the whole experience comfortable and create a great learning environment.
Aww, Sam, thank you I appreciate your kind words and am stoked I was able to help. You're such a great driver :) Stay safe! ✨
Fantastic experience: I took a few lessons with Kat in the first weeks in NZ coming from Europe as an experienced driver but and frankly, very scared about driving on the left. What a great teacher she is. We drove up and down various routes to the school, work, supermarkets, etc. Not only she taught me about the differences from European and kiwi driving but also helped me greatly to familiarise myself with Wellingtons's landmarks and key roads. Now that my oldest boys just turned 16, they will for sure be at the wheel with her.
M, how nice! Thank you for this review! I'm so happy to read this. Great to have you more comfortable on these roads :) And I'll be stoked to help your youngest boys as well!
Fantastic experience: Kat is an amazing instructor who prepared me exceptionally well for my driving test. She is understanding, kind, always listening to the concerns and offering great advice. I highly recommend her.
Ala! Thank you so much for those kind words! I appreciate it! So glad we made a good team so you got to achieve your goals Well done! Time to celebrate!
Fantastic experience: I'd been putting off learning to drive for over 12 years before taking lessons with Kat. A few months later and I passed my restricted licence with no problems - cannot recommend Kat enough!! Brilliant instruction, feedback, confidence building and the lessons were enjoyable and laughter filled!
Aww Grace ♥️ I’m so stoked you passed!! So glad I could help! Thank you for the kind review! I’m happy it all worked out for you! Well done!
Fantastic experience: I had to go through the international driving license conversion process, and Katinka made it extremely simple. As an AuDHD person, i find understanding some rules and changes in context difficult as they don’t click in my head straight away - Here, Katinka walked me through the requirements, rules, and Whys at every step. Then, she proceeded to the driving prep test, which I presented at Thorndon VTNZ, passed easily, and got my full licence. Her professionalism, knowledge and clearly, her experience and expertise on how to teach driving, is something i wish every new driver can have in its life before getting on the road. Thank you, Katinka.
Aw, Juan!! Thank you kindly for these lovely words! I’m so happy I could help and the transition between licences was a quick one for you! Well done
Fantastic experience: Has been amazing teaching our daughter to drive. Fantastic communications. No problems recommending Kat to anyone.
Kia Ora Samantha! Thank you so much for your kind review! I appreciate it! ✨ I’m stoked the lessons and communication have been working out for your daughter! They’re an amazing addition to the road users !
Fantastic experience: On behalf of my wife, Leah: Kat helped me to build my confidence driving and, thanks to her expertise and patience, enabled me to pass my restricted. Highly recommended! ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️
Thank you Fran! Thank you Leah! It’s been fun helping Leah through their driver licensing journey. Already a great driver with amazing skills, this was a quick and easy time for me. Thank you kindly for these gentle words! ✨
Fantastic experience: I had the most amazing experience learning to drive with Kat, and never would have gained the confidence and skills to pass my Restricted test on the first try without her! I’d had several bad experiences with driving instructors before booking with Kat, and the difference when I started learning with her was incredible. Kat is so patient, calm and respectful, and is a really diligent teacher. After every lesson she sent me a table of the skills I’d worked on and what I still needed to improve on, and she was available for any questions I had between lessons. She is clearly always working to improve her lessons further, and does so much research on test routes and road rules. Kat is without a doubt the best option for driving lessons in Wellington, and I can’t recommend her highly enough!
Laura! Thank you so much for this kind review! I appreciate that I was able to tailor a suitable plan with you. Stoked you got your restricted done! The full will be an easy one and I'm excited to help with it! ✨ Great achievement! Stay safe ✨
Fantastic experience: If you're looking for a driving instructor who knows her stuff, is kind, calm, personable and incredibly supportive then I cannot recommend Kat enough. I started lessons with Kat over a year ago now. I was so nervous to start driving and had very little prior experience, and from the very first lesson Kat made me feel at ease. She has a wonderfully calm and chill vibe, and is always so supportive. She has amazing attention and focus to the road and to your driving, and always meets you where you are at, building up your confidence and growing your skills. She helped me pick up all the little nuances and skills the testing officers are looking for. She creates a wonderfully supportive and calm environment that is conducive to learning. She is also lovely as a person, so kind and friendly. She has excellent style, a fantastic vibe, and a very funny pair of costume glasses she pulls out when pretending to be a testing officer. I 100% would not be able to parallel park without her - she has a great way of breaking down the steps and helping you to understand how to manoeuvre the car. She sends a review email back after every lessons, which includes the highlights and the things to work on, which I found so useful in understanding what I needed to focus on and improve. She was also so supportive and flexible about times when I was trying to sit my restricted test. It took me couple tries to pass my restricted test, as driving is definitely not something that came easily for me, and Kat was so encouraging and kind throughout. If not for her, I might’ve given up. But, because of her awesome teaching, I did finally pass my restricted - and I absolutely could not have done it without her! Her website is fab and very easy to use, she has excellent comms, and made learning to drive go from a very stressful, to a fun and enjoyable experience. Truly, I cannot recommend Kat enough. She is an exceptional driving instructor!
Frances!!! Thank you so much for these incredibly kind words! I'm so so so happy we got you through the finishing line! Well done! Love your strength and commitment in regards to this driving journey! It hasn't been the easiest but you surely managed it like a champ
Fantastic experience: Even with my extensive experience of driving, I still value Kat’s lesson and practice for my practical driving test for a conversion. Driving for a test requires so much attention in details, more than just gut feelings. Kat can help you point out what you need for a test. Again much recommend even for those with experience in driving!
Aw Prapatsorn, thank you so much I appreciate it! Great effort from you! You’ve done amazing!
Fantastic experience: I had a lesson with Kat before sitting my restricted license test. She walked me through the points that I needed to be confident in for the test and gave me a clear list of what I needed to work on. After practising all the points she gave me feedback on, I was able to pass my test! Kat is a clear, calm, and confident teacher and I would definitely book a lesson with her again!
Eleanor, Thank you so much for these kind words! I'm super stoked I was able to help and you passed your test on the first go Well done!
Fantastic experience: I can't recommend Kat enough! She has a foolproof technique to teaching which helped me go from zero confidence to passing my restricted first try, within a few months! Her emailed feedback checklist and sweet emails after each lesson were really helpful too. Kat has a gift for easing nerves and gently teaches with positive reinforcement - I never had a single negative experience under her watch. Thank you so much Kat, I couldn't have done it without you :)
Leah, thank you so much! I appreciate your kind review and am so happy I could help! You’re such a great addition to the roads of Pōneke!
Fantastic experience: Kat was a very talented and helpful instructor. i was very nervous on our first lesson as I hadn’t actually driven before and she slowly eased me into it, explained everything so well and let me move at my own pace. I loved the way that she had a sheet of things to learn and as I accomplished them, she ticked them off. I was provided great feedback and support. I would highly recommend Kruse Control to anyone interested in learning more about driving whether they are a learner or experienced driver. I had the best experience with Kat. Jemma
Aw Jemma! ✨ Thank you for this kind review. I'm so happy I was able to help you through this process! It was great to witness your progress! You've put in the hard work and it's paid off
Fantastic experience: Kat is an amazing teacher who always gives great feedback and encouragement. In every lesson I had with her she was always calm, cool and collected and that made learning to drive so much easier. Highly recommended!
Aw, thank you kindly Dillon! I'm stoked I could help and congrats to your pass today Such great work!
Fantastic experience: Amazing teacher, she made me feel super comfortable and less nervous to learn to drive. :)
Aw, thank you Lucy! I’m glad I could help ✨
Fantastic experience: I remember reading an article about Kruze Control and after seeing it was woman owned, and her inclusive values aligned with mine I finally, at the age of 35 (and with some HUGE fears) booked lessons. It’s going to sound so corny but it’s changed my life. Kat is an *excellent* teacher, so calm and patient, and so thorough. After every lesson she sends through a checklist where she is keeping notes on certain things you have learnt, and what you still need to learn/practice. I felt in control of my own learning and understood what I needed to practice which was invaluable. I had tried many instructors over the years and I gave up on them all, but with Kat I finally knew I could do it. And I passed with 100% when I sat my restricted!! Last night I was able to drive myself to a quiet beach inlet with a friend, and enjoy an evening swim on a whim. Book in with Kat so you can do that for yourself too, you won’t regret it ✨✨
Aww Chelsea! My heart I'm so stoked to read this! So so so happy for you. And I'm beyond happy that we clicked well and driving is now do-able Thank you for your kind words here! ✨
Fantastic experience: My experience with Kat was 10/10! Kat was an amazing instructor to have. She did a great job at making me feel safe, comfortable and prepared. She’s very knowledgeable about driving and the road. And shares her knowledge openly. Thanks to her, I passed my full license with confidence test the first time. I recommend Kat as an instructor to anyone. Thanks Kat!
Aw, Joy! Thank you! I’m so stoked you passed! Well done! ✅ You’ve done such a great job as well- amazing effort you’ve put in! I’m so happy for you!
Fantastic experience: Kat is a wonderful driving instructor and I would 100% recommend her to anyone and everyone! She’s calm, kind, friendly, and knowledgeable, making every session behind the wheel less nerve-racking. Kat asks what you’d like to work on for your lesson, instead of dictating the lesson (though, she’s happy to recommend what to work on). Kat provides incredibly useful feedback after every lesson, both verbally and via email so you can easily keep track of your progress and areas that require improvement. She’s also excellent at prepping you for driving test, setting out clearly what you should expect. My lessons with her have truly exceeded expectations. Thanks to Kat, I was able to pass my test at my first go.
Thank you so much Sherlene! I'm so glad I could help and that my way of coaching was a good fit for you! Stoked to have you on the road and more confident behind the wheel! You're a great driver and it's been such a lovely time with you! Stay safe! ✨
Fantastic experience: I cannot recommend Kat enough. She is an excellent instructor; calm, thoughtful and thorough. I highly highly recommend her!
Yuko! Thank you so much! That's very kind of you! Hope to see you around!
Fantastic experience: I highly recommend Kruse Control. Kat is an awesome driving instructor that makes you feel confident behind the wheel. She’s very calm and gives great advice, and with her help I managed to pass my restricted test on the first try!
Thank you Mia! So happy I was able to help you! Wishing you a safe time on the road! Always here to help with any further questions too! ✨
Fantastic experience: I honestly cannot recommend Kat enough, she is amazing! I’m so grateful to have found her, and know that I wouldn’t be where I am with my driving without her. Kat is kind, patient, knowledgeable and encouraging. She’s the best.
Aw, Hayley! Thank you so much for your lovely words! I do appreciate it and I'm so happy I could help! Looking forward to helping you with your full when you're ready! Take care!
Fantastic experience: Kat is a fantastic driving instructor! She was incredibly calm and kind, and created a supportive learning environment. She also went above and beyond to ensure that all my questions were answered thoroughly, which proved immensely helpful in my practice sessions outside of lessons. Thanks to her guidance, I passed my restricted test in a manual car on the first try! I wholeheartedly recommend her to anyone looking to learn to drive or improve their driving skills.
Sam! Thank you so much for your kind words. I’m so happy I could help! And so stoked for you to have your Restricted done! ✔️ ♥️ Stay safe out there!
Fantastic experience: Kat is a brilliant driving instructor! I cannot thank her enough for helping me pass my restricted driving test first time! I had tried several other instructors (at Triple A and A1) before finding Kat and I only wish I had found her driving school sooner! She is patient, calm, incredibly professional, and knows how to ease any anxiety or stress. I can confidently say kat is the best driving instructor around! Thanks Kat! :)
Aww, Leo, thank you so much! That's very kind! I'm stoked you got it on the first go! Well done! What an amazing achievement! Full licence here we come! ✨
Fantastic experience: Really good experience with Kat. Passed my test because of you, thank you ✨
Thank you Jojo!! I appreciate it and am so happy I could help! All the best to you and safe driving ✨
Fantastic experience: Great experience learning to drive with Kat! Clear goals and expectations, well laid out learning plan and progress. I had about 20 lessons and no other experience prior to Kat's lessons. 5 months later I have passed the restricted test (about one lesson a week) and she was happy to assist me with a refresher lesson 6 months later for a full test. All in all, an amazing instructor and I could not recommend Kat enough!
Aww Vic! So great to see you progress so quickly through your licence! You've put in consistent effort. Very well done! What a great achievement. Thank you for the kind words as well. I do appreciate it! Safe driving ✨
Fantastic experience: Kat was an amazing instructor and I would recommend to anyone feeling hesitant on the road. She’s calm, gives clear instruction and provides feedback in an easily digestible way. Would highly recommend!
Shenae! Thank you for these kind words! I'm happy I was able to help you through the licence. So nice to chat with you as well! All the best for your driving journey! ✨
Fantastic experience: Super calm and super helpful! Was able to make mistakes and simply move on it was wonderful! Great tips and practices to help build and perfect my skills. Thanks Kat!
Aww, thank you Greer! Very kind. I’m glad I could help! You’re a great driver! Stoked you passed the test! Onto many years of safe driving :) ✨
Fantastic experience: Kat is EXCELLENT. She really helped me get the basics right and improve my driving, ahead of sitting my restricted license. She's really calm, and thorough, and you feel at ease when learning from her. Highly recommend.
Aww Lucy! Thank you! I appreciate it and am so stoked for you! Yay! What a great achievement. I'm looking forward to working with you again for your Full!
Fantastic experience: I highly recommend Kat for driving lessons! She was incredibly helpful and patient, making the learning process a breeze. Thanks to her, I was able to obtain my practical driving licence last week. She is amazing! ;)
Ha! I’m super stoked you passed! I’m immensely happy for you. Well deserved! Was lovely working with you :) ☀️
Fantastic experience: Passed my full license on the first try after a “Am I Ready?” lesson with Kat! She made me feel so at ease, so prepared and so much more confident to go for it after putting my test off for 14 years. Highly recommend Kat, she’s amazing!
Aww Emily, thank you for those kind words! I'm so happy I could help and that you've got your full licence sorted now! Such a great achievement! ✨ Well done Emily!!
Fantastic experience: Kat is amazing! I was THE MOST nervous driver and she helped me so much - now I’ve got my full license thanks to her!
Aww Emily! You’re so kind. Thank you! So happy I could help! The streets are better off with you on them ✨Also- credit to yourself. You’ve put in hard work! Well done!
Fantastic experience: 100% would recommend to anyone. I was very nervous about driving and about passing my restricted test, but Kat had all of the insider knowlage about the test I needed to know which made me way less nervous. She is super calm and collected and made me feel a lot more relaxed about driving and the test. I passed my restricted on my first try as a manual driver :) thanks Kat!
Thank you so much. Very kind of you :) I'm so stoked you got it sorted. You're doing so well with the manual as well! Incredible!
Fantastic experience: Kat is a brilliant driving instructor. Very patient, calm and collected. Gives top advice not only for passing the test but for real world driving. Very calm atmosphere in the car to drive with her and never felt judgement or pressure on my driving ability. She listens and adjusts the lesson to your particular needs/anxieties around driving. Very professional and friendly, would 100% recommend for any one no matter what level of driver they are.
Thank you so much Holly! That’s so kind of you! I’m so happy it all worked out for you. Well done! Great achievement! ✨
Fantastic experience: After a long, stressful relationship with driving, including lessons with other instructors, Kat got me out of my rut and I finally got my full license. Kat was always calm and kind but straightforward, giving clear feedback after each lesson. I especially appreciated being able to talk through things I’d been told or taught but had never quite understood (eg. where exactly am I meant to be looking when doing a shoulder check?) Kat made sure I knew what to do, how AND why. Lessons with Kat are invaluable.
Oh my! Kendra! That’s such a lovely review Thank you so much for these kind words! I’m so happy I could help! And so stoked for you to have put these tests behind you. You’re a great addition to the road and you well deserved the pass! ✨ Enjoy the driving
Fantastic experience: I have nothing but glowing things to say about Kat! Highly recommended for those learning from scratch as an adult, Kat is a calm, encouraging and professional presence and eased a lot of anxiety around the process. I genuinely enjoyed lessons - thanks Kat!
Aww Bethany! ✨ Thank you so much. I’m so happy I could help! You’ve picked it up soooo fast! Great learning experience with you! Well done!
Fantastic experience: Kat was punctual, professional, encouraging and her driving tips were practical and helpful! I took a lesson with Kat to prepare for a 2000km solo road trip in the south island and it was the boost of confidence I needed. I had never driven on the left side of the road (I’m from the US) and my parallel parking skills aren’t the best, but I shared with Kat my concerns and we were able to work on those areas during the lessons. Plus, she provides the car which was important as I don’t own a car here. Would highly recommend!
D! Thank you so much for those kind words. I’m so stoked you had a great trip down south and I’m happy I could help. Memories made for life :p Safe travels to you ✨
Fantastic experience: Kat is the best driving instructor out there. She met me where I was at with my driving and helped me improve my confidence which made me a better driver. She’s insanely patient, kind and knows how to make the experience of learning to drive less daunting and stressful. To anyone who is learning to drive/thinking about it, I wholeheartedly recommend Kat’s Kruse control service. So grateful for her help.
Mia!! Bless your heart. Thank you so much, that’s very kind of you It was a pleasure working with you and I’m stoked you’re feeling like a better driver now. So happy to help!
Fantastic experience: Kat is a phenomenal teacher and supporter! Managed to help me get over my fear of driving and pass my full license test. Very grateful to have a patient and positive instructor to make my journey successful. Thanks Kat!
Awww Nicolette! Thank you I appreciate it! So stoked you passed. Well done getting behind the wheel and getting it done. You’ve put in the work and this is the reward So happy for you! Great achievement!
Fantastic experience: I can’t recommend Kat from Kruse Control enough! I needed a few more lessons to get ready for sitting my restricted test and Kat was absolutely the right choice. She’s super calm, patient and knowledgeable - which really helped with my pre-test nerves - and was always really flexible with lesson timing/content. Thanks for helping me pass Kat, super chuffed to have achieved that milestone :)
Maxine! You star! Thank you for the kind review! I’m so happy it worked out for you! Well done at mastering those nerves and reaching that milestone ✨Great effort you’ve put in!
Fantastic experience: Absolutely amazing driving instructor. Very knowledgeable, helpful, calm and professional. Highly recommend for anyone but especially those who may be anxious learning to drive or need an instructor who will pay extra attention to detail.
✨ Michaela, thank you so much! I appreciate the kind words and am glad I could help. All the best for your practical! You’ve got this!
Fantastic experience: Kat is a fantastic driving instructor - perfect for anyone who's had bad experiences with other driving instructors or learning to drive in the past. She's calm, reassuring, and truly teaches you how to drive - not just how to pass your test. Couldn't recommend her enough - I don't think I would have passed my practical if it hadn't been for her. Thanks Kat!
Thank you E! I appreciate your kind words! And I'm so happy I could help. You're truely put in all the effort. You've proven to yourself and everyone else that you're a great driver! And passed the test under the hardest circumstances :) Well done! Congratulations!
Fantastic experience: Kat explained concepts and rules vey well, she helped me know what i needed to pass my restricted test on the first go. I thought she was patient and kind, I highly recommend taking lessons with her.
Bella, thank you so much! I’m stoked I could help! You did so great as well! Well done! ✨
Fantastic experience: Kat is an excellent instructor! She is consistently calm, patient, precise and helpful with her advice. I was an older and more experienced learner and she helped me practice the right habits to get me through the test, as well as become an expert in the dreaded parallel park. I would recommend Kruse Control to drivers of any age who need to prepare for their next step on the road!
Thank You so much Rebecca! I appreciate it and am stoked you’ve got this step of your licence sorted! Enjoy the independence ✨
Fantastic experience: Kat helped me get my full license after I had been on my restricted for a few years. As an instructor , Kat was extremely calm yet responsive. They were able to give instructions in a way that was very clear and non-invasive which helped ease my anxiety surrounding the test. Kat gave great driving advice, but also some helpful tips for test day, like doing something that you’d enjoy (like coffee, or favourite food) afterwards so the day isn’t entirely dominated by the thought of having to do a driving test. I would highly recommended booking lessons with KruseControl!
TJ ✨ I’m so happy you got your full! Great achievement! And thank you for your kind words- I really appreciate it! Drive safe
Fantastic experience: I highly recommend Kat as an instructor. I needed some help progressing from my restricted to my full and after 3 lessons, I sat my test and passed. She was patient and well informed and made me feel comfortable and confident as a driver.
Aw, thank you Caitlin! I’m so stoked you got your full! Well deserved! You’ve been doing so great! ✨
Fantastic experience: Highly recommend Kruse Control! The amazing Kat helped me prepare and pass my full driver’s license test. Made such a difference and helped me feel confidence, prepared and relaxed for my real test. Thanks Kat!!
Thank you so much Sophia! I appreciate the kind words and am stoked you got your Full Licence now! Well deserved! Lots of work you’ve put in there! Enjoy the driving freedom ✨
Fantastic experience: Kat helped me pass my full licence test. She is a good teacher and very encouraging. Recommend 100%
Thank you so much Ruci! Was lovely working with you! So happy you're on your full now! :)
Fantastic experience: Thank you Kat! I've been with AA and A1 before and both have not been as helpful as you've been in only a few lessons. I've passed my restricted easily with her help. I'd highly recommend her. Kat is so understanding and friendly and really knows what she's talking about. Great coach, almost feels like a friend teaching me, haha. Thank you Kat! I'll be back for my full!
Aww, bless, Anna! Thanks so much! Looking forward to helping you again in the future :) Safe and fun driving! ✨
Fantastic experience: After several years without driving, my goal was to gain more confidence. Kat made me feel incredibly comfortable and safe while re-learning to drive and making mistakes. She is incredibly encouraging and will help you be a safe driver. I'd recommend Kat as driving lessons with her definitively boost my confidence. She's a great professional instructor who will provide comprehensive feedback after each lesson, so you know exactly what you need to work on next time.
Thank you so much Elena! That's very kind of you! I'm stoked I'm of help for you and I'm looking forward to our next lesson!
Fantastic experience: I had a few lessons with Kat in preparation for taking my full license test after not having driven for 10+ years. Kat is an excellent and calm teacher who is able to understand where you're coming from in terms of driving background and any stress or emotions that it might bring up. I went from having pretty much zero confidence to being comfortable enough to drive alone for practice, and yesterday I passed the full test on the first attempt. Thank you Kat!
Aww, M! So kind of you! I appreciate the review and love that I was able to help you dealing with driving. I’m so stoked you passed!! Really well done!
Fantastic experience: Dear Kat, wanted to thank you for all your help, your customer service is second to none, your dedication and feedback definitely helped me. You’re a very experienced driving instructor. Again you’re amazing and really helped me to pass.
Thank you so much Anthony! That's a very kind review and I appreciate it lots! ✨ So happy for you to have this chapter successfully finished!
Fantastic experience: Just passed my restricted test in first go. A big thanks to Kat. She was so pleasant, patient and knowledgeable about all things driving/cars/tips & tricks to park,etc. She helped me build confidence and supported me a lot. Would definitely recommend learning with Kat.
Reshma, thank you so much for your kind review! I'm super stoked you got your restricted! You've put in so much work! Very dedicated! Well deserved success! ✨
Fantastic experience: After only a month of constant lessons with Kat after not much driving prior, I managed to pass my restricted on my first attempt and was told I “aced it”. Kat is extremely knowledgeable, welcoming and friendly and even after a previous driving instructor made me doubt my abilities, Kat was able to help me regain my confidence and made me thoroughly enjoy driving. Additionally, she is very accommodating and went above and beyond to make sure I was as prepared as I could possibly be for my test. I completely recommend Kruse Control and don’t think I could’ve found a better driving instructor!
Maya That's so kind of you! Thanks so much for such a lovely review! I'm super stoked you made it!! Great effort and enthusiasm! ✨
Fantastic experience: I'm more than happy that I decided to take my refresh drive classes with Kat. She's very professional, knowledgeable and friendly. I felt taken care of. Besides it, Kat is very easy-going and always ready to help (regarding to the classes' time or starting/ending point). Summary, I fully recommend Kat as an instructor. :)
Aww Dominika, thank you so much! I’m happy it worked out for you! Excited for your upcoming road trip!
Fantastic experience: Knowledgeable, calm, experienced and very well organised
Thank you so much Tana! It's been great seeing your quick progress. You're putting in the effort! Well done!
Fantastic experience: I contacted kat and explained to her my driving experience to date, she was able to take that information and tailor a two hour top up session that gave me the confidence and knowledge to pass! Her calm and professional approach was exactly what I was looking for in an instructor. I would recommend her to anyone that wants to succeed in passing their test stress free! Thanks again kat!
Aw, Sam, that’s very kind! Thank you! I’m glad I could help! Stoked you got the licence sorted- well deserved! ✨
Fantastic experience: Amazing teacher, incredibly helpful towards passing my restricted. Highly recommend to anyone learning to drive! ☺️
✨ Thank you so much Olivia! So stoked you passed the restricted! Well done!
Fantastic experience: Very happy with my lessons and result. Her instructions are very easy to understand and she gives follow up notes to help me improve my driving. Results: no more bad driving habits and I passed my full license test with flying colours in one go :-) Highly recommended!
Aww! Thank you Dewi! I’m stoked you passed your full! I appreciate the kind words ✨
Fantastic experience: Kat is friendly and calming from the moment you get in the car. She's great at taking nervous drivers and giving the confidence boosts needed to get them driving safety. I'd recommend Kat 100% of the time.
Aww, Crystal! Thank you for the kind words! So happy you got your licence! You’ve put in so much work- great achievement! ✨
Fantastic experience: I would recommend Kat as a driving instructor - she was awesome, very calm and gave clear and useful feedback. Very knowledgeable about the testing requirements too.
Thank you so much Charlotte! I'm so happy you got your full licence now! Well done!
Fantastic experience: Kat is definitely the best teacher to learn from, she’s patient, efficient and delivers constructive feedback in the kindest way possible. I’ve been with some other instructors and she is by far a cut above the rest. Couldn’t be more pleased with her
Aww Viyanka! That's so kind of you. Thank you :) So stoked you got your restricted! Well deserved! ✨
Fantastic experience: Kat is an amazing teacher, understanding and encouraging. I was really nervous getting back to driving after years without a car but thanks to a few lessons I got my confidence back. Highly recommend!
Thank you so much Marilou! I'm glad I could help! You did the rest yourself :) Proud of you! Enjoy the driving in Wellington!
Fantastic experience: I had sat my restricted test once before and failed as I didn’t have anyone available to properly teach me. I did one driving lesson with someone from AA and found it very stressful and hard to understand. Then, I did one with Kat and she explained everything I wasn’t doing and what I needed to work on and made it so clear to me. After 1 lesson and 1 refresher with her the day before my test I passed! I literally could not have passed and would not have had the confidence to even book my test had it not have been for these lessons. Kat is very calm, friendly and helpful like she genuinely cares about you passing. I would highly recommend her to anyone in need of lessons.
Thank you so much for this kind review Poppy! I'm so stoked that you got your restricted licence in Thorndon! Well done!
Fantastic experience: As someone who felt unbelievably scared/hopeless of driving or who had no stern yet comforting environment to learn to drive, I never would have passed my practical test without the help from Kat! She provides such a kind and really accepting atmosphere for even the most nervous and/or perfectionist drivers like myself. The support she provides is so consistent and helped so much with my own confidence. Even with a few lessons, your confidence will grow as well as the feedforward will ensure you get that pass! I recommend Kruse Control to anyone who needs a quality instructor or someone that can provide that extra helping hand for your driving journey :) Ngā mihi Kat!!
Heriata! Thank you so much! I appreciate the kind words! So stoked you got your licence today! Ready for new adventures
Fantastic experience: Lessons here were super helpful, if you are a bit anxious about driving, this is the perfect choice. Her lessons helped me pass my restricted on my first attempt. all the information was covered clearly, and she’s great at going at a pace that suits you, and making you feel very comfortable behind the wheel.
Thank you so much! I appreciate the kind words and am stoked you got the restricted practical in Porirua on the first go! You’ve put in great effort! Well done!
Fantastic experience: I had one preparation session with Kat just before my driving test. I found her quite knowledgeable. She was helpful, and explained hazard rules and other tips which were beneficial. With her help, I passed my test in one go. Highly recommended.
Thank you so much Varinder! You did so well during your full test! Kudos to you for your effort! ✨
Fantastic experience: Very polite and helpful sessions, I had with Kat. She is informative and was great on acknowledging my strengths, and struggles and work accordingly.
Thank you so much Happy! It's a pleasure working with you!
Fantastic experience: Kat was an amazing instructor. Driving lessons can be intimidating especially when you consider the confined space you are in with someone you don't know. Kat made the whole experience incredibly comfortable, was gracious and encouraging while remaining critical as needed. I passed my restricted on my first go, and highly highly recommend Kat to anyone who is looking to start practicing!
Aww, Charlotte, thank you so much! I'm glad I could help! ✨
Fantastic experience: Kat helps build confidence in your driving abilities, communicates her knowledge clearly and patiently and is a brilliant instructor. I would recommend Kat to anyone needing to learn or brush up on driving rules and achieve a pass.
Thank you so much Leo! I'm happy you passed on the first go! Off to new adventures and independence!
Fantastic experience: Kat is an excellent instructor. She explained the skills required in a clear and easy-to-understand manner. Her teaching aids for car placement and positioning are very useful, especially in learning how to perform the skills safely yet efficiently. She was patient, friendly, and professional. I highly recommend this Kruse Control for anyone who wants to pass the practical test and to become a responsible driver.
Aww! Dushani, thank you so much! I'm so glad I could help! You did super well!
Fantastic experience: Kat is a great instructor, it was easy to learn how to drive with her, and I passed my Restricted License test on my first attempt!
Marcelo! Thank you so much! You're the driving superstar!
Fantastic experience: Just at the end of last year, I passed my full licence test! I put this all down to Kat and her incredible driving school. She managed to alleviate a lot of my anxiety around driving while teaching me everything I needed to know to be able to pass the test including putting in the effort to come and sit with me during my test which definitely calmed my nerves! I'm beyond grateful for the work that Kat does and I'd highly recommend her to anyone needing driving lessons :)
Thank you so much Rosa! I'm stoked it worked out for you! Well done! ✨
Fantastic experience: Very good, driving lessons. Had had previous experiences with other instructors that made me stressed and nervous about driving. Kat helped me gain a lot of confidence, which eventually helped in passing my restricted test. Would recommend. On top of this their car is very comfortable and nice to drive in.
Sam! Thank you so much! It was fun working with you and I'm glad I could help! All the best for your next adventures! ✈️
Fantastic experience: Kat is very refreshing as a driving instructor. She creates a safe and supportive space which put me at ease as I’m a nervous driver. I’d highly recommend!
Thank you so much Rose!
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