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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Gwent
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: Trevor Clarke
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Email Address: trevordclarke@outlook.com
Phone Number: Gwent Advanced Motorists -
Harrogate 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 Dresser
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Email Address: pjd0568@gmail.com
Phone Number: 07778 856566 -
Herefordshire Advanced Drivers
We are a Road Safety charity in Herefordshire, committed to helping motorists of all ages advance their driving skills. Our events focus on developing awareness, confidence and self-control by encouraging you to become a thinking driver. During every session, you will be brought up to date with the latest regulations, learn tips and techniques to help you cope with today's bigger, faster traffic, throughout the county. Then, you will have the opportunity to put those into practice in your own car, guided by one of our friendly, experienced observers is a first step towards becoming a better, safer driver.
Contact Name: Stella Boyd-Carpenter
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Email Address: group-contact@advanced-drivers.org.uk
Phone Number: 01432 840835 -
Herts & Beds 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: Chris Price
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Email Address: memsec@hbam.org.uk
Phone Number: 07802232776 -
High Wycombe
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: Valerie Bricknell
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Email Address: membership@highwycombeiam.org
Phone Number: 07966454612 -
Highland 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.
Contact Name: Alison Ogilvy
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Email Address: Secretary@hiam.co.uk
Phone Number: -
Home Counties North Advanced Drivers
We provide advanced driver coaching throughout Bedfordshire, Hertfordshire, North London and West Essex. You will be allocated to a dedicated observer who will meet you for observed sessions in your own vehicle near to where you live, delivering the coaching and mentoring you’ll need to reach Advanced Test standard. If you are London-based, you need to be prepared to travel to the outskirts of London for your observed runs, as we need to cover all the road types that are included in the Advanced Test.
Contact Name: Dan Cranefield
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Email Address: info@hcnad.org.uk
Phone Number: 0844 589 7034 -
Hull & East Riding 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: Nigel Taylor
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Email Address: chair@heram.org.uk
Phone Number: 07777 694265 -
Hull & East Riding Advanced Motorists
Hull & East Riding Adv. Motorists
Contact Name: Ian Nursey
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Email Address: secretary@hullandeastriding-iam.org.uk
Phone Number: 07752 694394 -
IAM Ayrshire 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.
Contact Name: Nigel Walker
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Email Address: nigel.r.walker@talk21.com
Phone Number: 01563 526458
