North Down Advanced Motorists (AMNI)
Driving Schools
North Down Advanced Motorists (AMNI)
Boat House, Bangor
# North Down Advanced Motorists
North Down Advanced Motorists (NDAM) is a community-based organisation dedicated to improving road safety across Northern Ireland through advanced driver and motorcyclist training. Based in Groomsport near Bangor, the group has operated since 1991 and now boasts over 100 members spanning from Ballywalter to the Ards Peninsula.
NDAM serves drivers and motorcyclists of all experience levels who wish to develop their skills beyond standard driving competency. They cater to individuals seeking formal IAM RoadSmart certification, as well as those simply looking to join an engaged community of enthusiasts committed to safer motoring practices.
What distinguishes NDAM is their comprehensive, multi-faceted approach to driver development. Beyond formal advanced driving and motorcycling courses, they organise diverse activities including police traffic branch visits, table-top navigation rallies, go-karting sessions, and guest speaker events. Their dedicated motorcycle section facilitates monthly ride-outs, fostering camaraderie whilst exploring Northern Ireland's landscapes. Monthly meetings provide essential peer support and observer-swapping opportunities, ensuring members receive consistent coaching.
The organisation uniquely combines formal qualification pathways with social engagement, creating an environment where safety consciousness develops naturally within a community context. Free taster sessions remove barriers to participation, whilst their established network of experienced members provides mentorship and practical guidance throughout the training journey.
North Down Advanced Motorists (NDAM) is a community-based organisation dedicated to improving road safety across Northern Ireland through advanced driver and motorcyclist training. Based in Groomsport near Bangor, the group has operated since 1991 and now boasts over 100 members spanning from Ballywalter to the Ards Peninsula.
NDAM serves drivers and motorcyclists of all experience levels who wish to develop their skills beyond standard driving competency. They cater to individuals seeking formal IAM RoadSmart certification, as well as those simply looking to join an engaged community of enthusiasts committed to safer motoring practices.
What distinguishes NDAM is their comprehensive, multi-faceted approach to driver development. Beyond formal advanced driving and motorcycling courses, they organise diverse activities including police traffic branch visits, table-top navigation rallies, go-karting sessions, and guest speaker events. Their dedicated motorcycle section facilitates monthly ride-outs, fostering camaraderie whilst exploring Northern Ireland's landscapes. Monthly meetings provide essential peer support and observer-swapping opportunities, ensuring members receive consistent coaching.
The organisation uniquely combines formal qualification pathways with social engagement, creating an environment where safety consciousness develops naturally within a community context. Free taster sessions remove barriers to participation, whilst their established network of experienced members provides mentorship and practical guidance throughout the training journey.
Services offered
Advanced driving coursesAdvanced motorcycling coursesIAM RoadSmart test preparationMonthly group meetingsGuest speaker eventsPolice traffic branch visitsTable-top navigation ralliesMotorcycle ride-outs