Ford 4X4 Masterclass - Adelaide, SA

GET BEHIND THE WHEEL

Driving off-road in a 4WD is a very different experience to driving your everyday sedan or hatch. We’ll help you put the right techniques into practice with hands-on training and exercises in your own vehicle.

As well as developing safer off-road driving skills, you will also learn more about your vehicle, essential maintenance and safety features for your next big adventure.

Participants are required to have a minimum P1 Provisional (Red P) driver’s license. Up to 1 passenger is welcome to attend and can learn how to be a guide for their driver. Passengers must be 18 years or older. Maximum of 1x driver per vehicle.

TECHNIQUES COVERED

• Plan your travel route
• How to negotiate a variety of terrains, including sand
• Water crossings
• Correct range and gear selection
• Understanding Hill Descent Control and off-road technologies
• Emergency braking on unsealed/gravel roads
• Vehicle recovery
• Environmental awareness

COST

$300 per vehicle. Maximum 1x driver and 1x Passenger per vehicle (passengers must be 18 years or older). Cancellations must be advised at least 7 days prior to the course date so that a transfer to an alternative date can be arranged, cancellations after this date will result in a forfeit of all fees paid. Transfers must be completed within 6 months of the original course date. Refunds for cancellation or non-attendance are not available.

TIMINGS

Half-day courses available at:

• Morning Session: 8:00am – 1:00pm
• Afternoon Session: 12:00pm - 5:00pm

WHAT TO WEAR

VEHICLE REQUIREMENTS

Please ensure that your vehicle is roadworthy and has:

• The correct oil and water levels
• A full tank of fuel
• Tyre pressures at recommended manufacturer levels, please refer to your vehicle handbook for optimum levels
• Remove any loose items from your vehicle
• Ford 4WD Vehicles only.

FOOD & BEVERAGES

A lunch will be provided, along with tea, coffee, and water available throughout the day. Please note: Alcohol must not be consumed for at least 12 hours prior to the course.

WEATHER

All Driver Training courses go ahead whatever the weather conditions. In the unlikely event that we need to cancel or postpone a course we will contact you as soon as possible.

CANCELLATIONS OR DATE CHANGES

Cancellations must be advised at least 7 days prior to the course date, so that a transfer to another date can be arranged, cancellations after this date will result in a forfeit of all fees paid. Transfers must be completed within 6 months of the original course date. Refunds for cancellation or non-attendance are not available.

LOCATION

Adelaide Hills 4WD Park - Eclair Mine Rd, St Ives SA 5252.

PERSONAL INFORMATION COLLECTION STATEMENT

Version date: July 2026

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