Support for Associate Members preparing for the advanced test is provided by a national network of around 160 local IAM RoadSmart groups. These groups, all run by volunteers, represent a unique resource with unparalleled experience and expertise.
They also enable members to share ideas and contribute to IAM RoadSmart's important work in developing and promoting innovative road safety strategies. You'll meet and enjoy the company of fellow driving and motorcycling enthusiasts. IAM RoadSmart members who have lost touch with their local group will be warmly welcomed back and may be encouraged to become an observer or group official.
Why join a local group?
As an IAM RoadSmart member you can get more involved in helping others become better drivers and riders, by being an active member of your local group.
With over 160 local groups spread across England, Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland, joining a local IAM RoadSmart group allows members to meet like-minded people, share ideas and develop their skills. They are great fun, thanks to social events such as Sunday rides into the countryside, group skidpan courses, treasure hunts or track days, as well as exclusive visits such as a ‘behind the scenes’ tour of a motorway control centre.
You can also use your advanced skills to become an Observer or Volunteer.
IAM RoadSmart couldn’t exist without the help of thousands of dedicated members who give their time to help others improve their skills. Having enjoyed the experience of learning with IAM RoadSmart, they want to make a difference and help others follow in their wheel-tracks. Our active volunteers are the lifeblood of IAM RoadSmart, and there are lots of ways you can get involved, such as helping out with local group activities or becoming an Observer.
Local groups organise events to raise awareness of driving skills as well as social activities, such as organised rides for members. Active volunteers are always needed, and no special skills are required. What you will get back depends on what you put in but at a minimum, you can expect to feel like you are making a worthwhile contribution to a vitally important cause.
Find your local group
To search for your local IAM RoadSmart group please enter the first part of your postcode (e.g. BN4, TW23)
Full IAM RoadSmart Group List
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South Cheshire Advanced Motorcyclists
As a local IAM affiliated group we provide all the mentoring and guidance you'll need as you develop your advanced skills with our team of friendly and skilled Observers. Each group provides this support in a number of different ways so please get in touch to find out more about the mentoring you will receive from us.
Contact Name: Neil Jewell
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Email Address: advancedmotorcyclists@proton.me
Phone Number: -
South Eastern - South East London and North West Kent
As a local IAM affiliated group we provide all the mentoring and guidance you'll need as you develop your advanced skills with our team of friendly and skilled Observers. Each group provides this support in a number of different ways so please get in touch to find out more about the mentoring you will receive from us.
Contact Name: Jonathan Eaton
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Email Address: southeastern.group.iam@gmail.com
Phone Number: 07967 511502 -
South Essex Advanced Motorists
South Essex Group of Advanced Motorists (SEGAM) lead the way in advanced driver training in South Essex. We are committed to helping drivers of all ages develop their driving ability and enjoyment. Our focus is on driving to the ‘police system of car control’, this improves awareness, confidence and self-control by encouraging you to become a thinking driver. During the course you will learn tips and techniques to help you cope with today's bigger, faster traffic, on all road types. The course culminates with the opportunity to take the IAM RoadSmart Advanced Driving test. SEGAM also hold bi-monthly meetings for like-minded drivers to continue their development.
Contact Name: Jo Ellis
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Email Address: Jo@iam-southessex.org.uk
Phone Number: 07565 184364 -
South Lancs Advanced Motorcyclists
As a local IAM affiliated group we provide all the mentoring and guidance you'll need as you develop your advanced skills with our team of friendly and skilled Observers. Each group provides this support in a number of different ways so please get in touch to find out more about the mentoring you will receive from us.
Contact Name: Karen Poppleton
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Email Address: contact@slambikers.co.uk
Phone Number: 0845 2709409 -
South Lincolnshire Advanced Motorcyclists
As a local IAM affiliated group we provide all the mentoring and guidance you'll need as you develop your advanced skills with our team of friendly and skilled Observers. Each group provides this support in a number of different ways so please get in touch to find out more about the mentoring you will receive from us.
Contact Name: Paul John Morris
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Email Address: mozza002@gmail.com
Phone Number: 07884 113541 -
South Wales Advanced Motorcyclists
As a local IAM affiliated group we provide all the mentoring and guidance you'll need as you develop your advanced skills with our team of friendly and skilled Observers. Each group provides this support in a number of different ways so please get in touch to find out more about the mentoring you will receive from us.
Contact Name: Mike Auden
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Email Address: Enquiries@s-w-a-m.org.uk
Phone Number: 07446 417294 -
Southampton Advanced Motorists
As a local IAM affiliated group we provide all the mentoring and guidance you'll need as you develop your advanced skills with our team of friendly and skilled Observers. Each group provides this support in a number of different ways so please get in touch to find out more about the mentoring you will receive from us on your way to becoming a qualified advanced driver. Although our Isle of Wight Group closed in June 2019, Advanced Driver and Rider courses are available and offered through our Southampton and Solent local groups, with car driver training and testing being completed on the Isle of Wight.
Contact Name: Penny Farncombe
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Email Address: associateliaison.sam@gmail.com
Phone Number: 07548 264537 -
Southern & Mid Ulster group of Advanced Motorists and Motorcyclists
As a local IAM affiliated group we provide all the mentoring and guidance you'll need as you develop your advanced skills with our team of friendly and skilled Observers. Each group provides this support in a number of different ways so please get in touch to find out more about the mentoring you will receive from us.
Contact Name: David McLellan
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Email Address: dmcl342@btinternet.com
Phone Number: 07397013891 -
St. Helens Advanced Motorists
Affiliated to IAM RoadSmart, we are a friendly Group with skilled, knowledgeable drivers who are keen to help all those wishing to improve their driving skills (our first-time Pass rate is established at over 90%). We also enjoy getting together for social activities. We offer the Advanced Driver Course three times per year, starting in January, May and September. Our courses are run from the St. Helens Community Fire Station.
Contact Name: Kay Heppenstall
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Email Address: contactshgam@gmail.com
Phone Number: 07849 674939 (after 6pm) -
Stafford Advanced Motorists & Advanced Motorcyclists
As a local IAM affiliated group we provide all the mentoring and guidance you'll need as you develop your advanced skills with our team of friendly and skilled Observers. Each group provides this support in a number of different ways so please get in touch to find out more about the mentoring you will receive from us.
Contact Name: Les McDowell
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Email Address: l_mcdowell@talk21.com
Phone Number: 01785 713722
