About us
Kick Start Riding & Driving School was registered on the 20th April, 2015 by Founder and CEO, Avellina Stacy Nelson. The business first opened its doors to the public as a riding school, making Ms. Nelson the first and only female Motorcycle Riding Instructor on island. One year later, Ms. Nelson’s love for teaching led her to become a licensed driving instructor and Kick Start Riding School added driving to its curriculum.
The school operates with the vision “to build a reputation of being the leading riding and driving school in St. Lucia and the wider Caribbean" and on a daily basis promote their mission of road safety, encouraging and assisting illegal motorists to get licensed, build confidence in learner drivers and to offer a one stop shop facility for the many needs of newly licensed drivers.
Kick Start Riding & Driving School like many other businesses began small. Currently the school has a complement of six instructors, to service the needs of its many customers. What continues to separate Kick Start from the others, is the quality of teaching, friendly approach of instructors, flexibility of sessions and free theory classes offered to the general public on a weekly basis.
Your Benefits As A Student
World class instruction, packaged to your skill level.
Patient Instruction
Diligent instructors with years of experience.
Flexible Hours
Practice within your schedule and at your speed.
Learn The Back Roads
Map out convenient roots and shortcuts.
98% Pass Rate
Your success is our priority.
Advanced Lessons
Polish your skill to ensure excellent results.
Study Materials
We provide all the requirements for success.
+1000
Happy students
+720
Driving Licenses Earned
+300
Riding Licenses Earned
+5
Years On Market
Courses
Professionally developed to meet international standards.
Manual Classes
Step by step coaching to build confidence and coordination.
Automatic Classes
Steadily increase accuracy and control.
Motorcycle Riding Classes
Gain balance, agility and adaptable riding techniques.
Driving Theory Classes
Guided learning and skill testing to further improve chances.
Here's What Our Students Are Saying
My experience with Kick Start was superb. Stacy is very thorough and patient, and her teaching style is unique. Schedules are always prepared before hand, and the school has taken a very modern approach to communicating with its students.
Vel is also lovely and her teaching style is just as great as Stacy's.
Kick Start's prices are the most reasonable I have found so far. They are flexible and can work with almost any budget.
They have gone the extra mile and arranged packages for students, almost ensuring a beginner their license in 3 months. I got my license in about 6 weeks and Stacy took care of everything from beginning to end.
Next step bike riding which she offers as well. Join Kick Start today and reap the rewards.
Jeannica Jean
Marketing Manager at Out Source Saint Lucia
Where do I begin...My experience with Kick Start was great from my very first class. If you're looking for an instructor whose patience knows no end and who encourages you, believing in you even when you begin to doubt yourself then Kick Start is the driving school for you. From helping to getting you ready for exams to helping you secure your first car...they get an A+ from me. You won't regret starting your driving journey with Kick Start.
Kim Lex
Former Student
To be honest, Stacy and Kick Start Driving & Riding School was like my older sister. They covered everything for me from inspection, to insurance to defense driving to getting my new drivers license in my hand without ever standing in line. And if you have a busy schedule like mine, Kick Start is the place to go! For all your riding and driving needs, call Kick Start. Professional, friendly and the best customer service out there!
Naja Simeon
Front-end Developer in NY
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Stacy Nelson
Avellina Stacy Nelson is the owner and CEO of Kick Start Riding and Driving School. She is licensed by the Ministry of Transport, and trained extensively under longtime St. Lucian driving instructors Kingson Jean and Ancletus (S.O.S) Ernest.
Additionally, she the first and only female Defensive Driving Instructor at the Sir Arthur Lewis Community College and the first elected female President of the National Association of Driving Schools (NADS)
Nelson's mantra is always to promote safety and responsibility when operating a motor vehicle. Her work ethic to provide a high standard of training and professionalism is a testament of her business acumen. Her students enjoy a calm, relaxed learning environment while gaining the necessary skills to drive with confidence.
Nelson is also a licensed motorcycle instructor and founder of the Sesame Street Bikers and Friends Club, the first all female bike organization in the Eastern Caribbean. She has also spent years on the St. Lucian salsa scene as a dancer, teacher, choreographer, and performer.
Velika Lawrence
Velika “XyLaw” Lawrence is a fully qualified driving instructor, certified by the Ministry of Transport. She has over three years’ experience in giving lessons to novice drivers as well as those who wish to improve their skills or gain practice beyond the driving test.
Lawrence has a track record of producing safety conscious and confident drivers. Her teaching is guided by the philosophy that we can develop our ability to be mindful while having fun. She believes in learning to navigate the road safely and comfortably to show value for our life and those of fellow drivers and pedestrians.
Lawrence earned a Bachelor’s Degree in Counseling Psychology, another in Construction Engineering, and is a licensed motorcyclist. She holds multiple certifications in Rape Trauma Victim Advocacy, Positive Discipline, and Meditative Movement. When she is not on the road, Lawrence works with PROSAF, the sexual violence trauma education nonprofit which she cofounded.
Jolene St. Clair
Jolene is a fully qualified driving instructor, licensed by the Ministry of Transport. She received all her instructor training from her mentor Stacy Nelson and together with her years of experience in the sales and marketing industry, she is a charismatic and goal oriented person.
Jolene is happy to help persons build their confidence and get licensed. She believes that it’s not just about learning to drive to pass an exam, but learning to safely maneuver a vehicle in any situation and road condition.
Jolene is also endorsed to ride motorcycle and loves riding super motor bikes. You can catch Jolene inside the DJ booth, mixing from time to time.
Bradley Deterville
Velika “XyLaw” Lawrence is a fully qualified driving instructor, certified by the Ministry of Transport. She has over three years’ experience in giving lessons to novice drivers as well as those who wish to improve their skills or gain practice beyond the driving test.
Lawrence has a track record of producing safety conscious and confident drivers. Her teaching is guided by the philosophy that we can develop our ability to be mindful while having fun. She believes in learning to navigate the road safely and comfortably to show value for our life and those of fellow drivers and pedestrians.
Lawrence earned a Bachelor’s Degree in Counseling Psychology, another in Construction Engineering, and is a licensed motorcyclist. She holds multiple certifications in Rape Trauma Victim Advocacy, Positive Discipline, and Meditative Movement. When she is not on the road, Lawrence works with PROSAF, the sexual violence trauma education nonprofit which she cofounded.
Requirements
Four (4) Passport-Sized Photos
Recent Medical Record (Valid for 1 year)
Copy of ID
350
Includes:
Startup Fee
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Registration Fee
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Permit & Theory
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Highway Code Book
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Question Paper
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First Class
Classes are $60 an hour for both Manual and Auto classes
Motorcycle Riding Packages
This package is for an absolute beginner with no riding experience.
(Valid maximum 3 months)
This package includes:
- Registration
- Permit
- All Classes & Drills
- Theory & Practical Exams
This package is for a person with very little riding experience.
(Valid maximum 2 months)
This package includes:
- Registration
- Permit
- All Classes & Drills
- Theory & Practical Exams
This package is for an experienced rider, but needs to prepare for exams.
(Valid maximum 1 month)
This package includes:
- Registration
- Permit
- All Classes & Drills
- Theory & Practical Exams
Frequently Asked Questions
We're always accepting new students :-)
Please refer to prices and package info on website.
We don't have a physical location as yet but we are mobile and can to come to you at an agreed location.
Four passport sized photos, medical certificate from Dr. and copy of ID (front and back)
It costs $200.
We don't have any classes in Vieux-Fort at the moment but it's definitely something we're looking at in the near future. In the meantime, we're extremely flexible and can tailor classes to suit your schedule.
Medicals are valid for one year.
Yes we provide automatic and manual driving classes.
Our classes begin at 6:30pm at the Patricia D. James Secondary school (also known as Vide Bouteille Secondary School)
Yes you can. The theory classes are also free.
We don't teach scooter however, we think it is more practical to learn to ride a motorcycle with gears.
Classes are typically one hour and costs $60.00 per class.
Once you're 17 years old, you can drive with us.
Depending of their skill set 2 - 3 months with a minimum of 2 classes per week.
Whenever you are ready and the ministry has available space.
Contact us
We would love to hear from you!
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Gros-Islet, Saint Lucia
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+ 1 758 489 3899
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kickstart758@gmail.com