Frequently Asked Questions for New Drivers in Saskatchewan

Our Frequently Asked Questions for New Drivers in Saskatchewan answer the most common questions about SGI 6 & 6 driver training, Class 7 learner’s licence requirements, in-car driving lessons, brush-up lessons, Class 5 road test preparation, road test car rental, pricing, payment options, and driving lesson availability in Regina, Moose Jaw, and nearby communities.

Frequently asked questions for new drivers in Saskatchewan about SGI 6 & 6 training

These Frequently Asked Questions for New Drivers in Saskatchewan are organized by topic so you can quickly find the answer you need before booking your driving lessons or SGI 6 & 6 training.

Yes. Faizan’s Defensive Driving School is an SGI-certified Class 5 driving school in Saskatchewan. We provide SGI-approved driver training in Regina, including SGI 6 & 6 driver education, beginner driving lessons, brush-up lessons, and road test preparation.

Our goal is to help students build safe driving habits, confidence, and the skills needed to become responsible drivers.

SGI 6 & 6 Class 5 driver training is Saskatchewan’s mandatory driver education option for eligible new drivers who did not complete high school driver education. The program includes 6 hours of classroom instruction and 6 hours of in-car driving lessons with an SGI-certified Class 5 driving instructor.

This training helps new drivers understand Saskatchewan road rules, traffic signs, intersections, parking, defensive driving habits, and road test preparation. After completing both the classroom and in-car portions, students receive a Driver Education Certificate.

We offer the 6-hour SGI-approved online class most Sundays on Zoom from 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM, with a 30-minute lunch break. Class dates and availability may vary, so we recommend registering early to reserve your spot.

For private SGI 6 & 6 driver training, students must be 16 years of age or older. Students who are 15 may be eligible through a high school driver education program. If you are unsure which option applies to you, contact SGI or reach out to us before registering.

Yes. After you successfully complete both parts of SGI 6 & 6 training — 6 hours of classroom instruction and 6 hours of in-car driving lessons — you will receive a Driver Education Certificate. You may need to show your Driver Education Certificate to the examiner at the time of your road test.

Call or text 306-737-5612 to check the next available training date.

No. You may be able to start your in-car lessons before completing the online classroom session. However, we recommend completing the classroom portion early because it helps you understand Saskatchewan road rules, traffic signs, right-of-way, defensive driving habits, and what to expect during in-car lessons.

Yes. Faizan’s Defensive Driving School offers Fast-Track SGI 6 & 6 training in Regina for students who want to complete their required driver education sooner. This option includes the 6-hour SGI-approved online class through Zoom and 6 hours of in-car driving lessons with an SGI-certified Class 5 driving instructor.

Fast-Track training is helpful for busy students, workers, newcomers to Saskatchewan, or anyone who needs priority scheduling for their SGI 6 & 6 certificate. Availability depends on class dates, instructor schedule, and weekly spots, so we recommend contacting us early to check the next available opening.

Call or text 306-737-5612 to check Fast-Track SGI 6 & 6 training availability.

Yes. We offer free pickup and drop-off for in-car driving lessons in Regina and Moose Jaw, depending on location and instructor availability. This helps students plan lessons from home, school, work, or another convenient location.

Call or text 306-737-5612 to book a lesson with an SGI-certified Class 5 driving instructor.

Yes. Multilingual driving instruction may be available in English, Urdu, Hindi, Punjabi, and other languages depending on instructor availability. This can help students feel more comfortable, especially if they are nervous, new to Canada, or new to driving in Saskatchewan.

For SGI-required 6 & 6 driver training, your in-car lessons must be completed with a certified driving instructor in an approved driving school vehicle. These required hours cannot be completed in your own vehicle.

Yes. Faizan’s Defensive Driving School offers driving lessons for nervous drivers in Regina and the surrounding areas. Whether you are a beginner, returning to driving, or preparing for a road test, our calm and patient instruction helps you feel more confident, safe, and prepared behind the wheel.

Yes. Faizan’s Defensive Driving School offers beginner driving lessons in Regina for new drivers who are learning basic vehicle control, steering, parking, lane position, intersections and turns, shoulder checks, speed control, and safe observation. Our SGI-certified Class 5 driving instructor teaches at a comfortable pace to help students build confidence and safe driving habits.

Faizan’s Defensive Driving School currently provides training in automatic vehicles. Automatic cars are often easier for new drivers to learn because students can focus more on steering, mirrors, speed control, lane position, pedestrians, traffic signs, and safe decision-making.

You can also read our blog post about whether new drivers should learn in an automatic or manual vehicle.

You can book brush-up driving lessons in Regina or Moose Jaw by calling or texting Faizan’s Defensive Driving School at 306-737-5612. We will ask about your driving experience, road test date, confidence level, and the skills you want to improve before recommending the right lesson option.

Brush-up lessons are helpful for students who already know how to drive but want professional feedback before their SGI Class 5 road test. Depending on availability, we also provide free pickup and drop-off in Regina and Moose Jaw for in-car driving lessons.

Yes. We offer car rental for the Class 5 road test in Regina. The package includes use of our vehicle for the road test, a 50-minute warm-up/brush-up lesson before the test, and free pickup and drop-off when available.

This is helpful for students who need a safe, suitable vehicle for their SGI road test or want a short practice session before test time.

SGI Class 5 road tests in Regina are usually completed through SGI’s Regina Driver Exam Office, located at 1964 Park St., Suite 200, Regina. Before your test day, always confirm your appointment time and location through SGI or MySGI. If you need extra practice before your road test, Faizan’s Defensive Driving School offers brush-up driving lessons and Class 5 road test car rental in Regina.

You can book your Class 5 road test in Regina through MySGI, by calling SGI, or by visiting SGI Drivers Examination Center 1964 Park Street, Regina, SK, or any motor licence issuer. SGI says Class 5 road tests can be booked online through MySGI, and road test appointments can also be arranged through SGI’s booking options.

Call or text 306-737-5612 to book a warm-up lesson or road test car rental before your SGI Class 5 road test.

Yes. We offer brush-up driving lessons before the Class 5 road test in Regina and Moose Jaw for nervous drivers, newcomers to Saskatchewan, and students who want professional feedback before test day.

During your brush-up lesson, an SGI-certified Class 5 driving instructor can help you practise the driving skills commonly evaluated on the SGI road test, including:

  • Following road signs along the route
  • Anticipating potential hazards
  • Backing up and parallel parking
  • Proper lane driving
  • Shoulder checking
  • Smooth starting and stopping
  • Traffic signs and signals
  • Controlled and uncontrolled intersections
  • Safe turning techniques
  • Speed selection and steering control
  • Common Class 5 road test mistakes

These lessons are designed to help you feel more prepared, confident, and safe behind the wheel before your SGI Class 5 road test.

Call or text 306-737-5612 to book a brush-up driving lesson before your road test.

Before your Class 5 road test in Regina, practise the skills examiners commonly watch for, including shoulder checks, lane changes, parallel parking, angle parking, intersections and turns, speed control, school zones, playground zones, and safe observation. Brush-up driving lessons can also help you correct small mistakes and build confidence before your road test.

If you are unsure whether you are ready, a brush-up driving lesson can help identify small mistakes before your SGI road test.

The 6-hour SGI-approved online class through Zoom costs $150. This class is the classroom portion of SGI 6 & 6 driver training and is helpful for eligible students in Saskatchewan who need mandatory driver education.

To receive your SGI 6 & 6 certificate, students must successfully complete both parts of the training:

  • 6 hours of online in-class training
  • 6 hours of in-car driving lessons
  • Training with an SGI-certified Class 5 driving instructor

After successful completion, you receive a Driver Education Certificate. You may need to present your Driver Education Certificate at the time of your Class 5 road test.

Call or text 306-737-5612 to register for the 6-hour online class or ask about SGI 6 & 6 training availability.

Payment for driving lessons or SGI 6 & 6 training can be arranged during registration. After you contact us or submit the registration form, we’ll confirm your schedule, total fee, and available payment options before your training begins.

Receipts can be provided upon request. E-transfer payments can be sent to defensivdrivingschool@gmail.com.

You can register for SGI 6 & 6 driver training by contacting Faizan’s Defensive Driving School or filling out the registration form on our website. Once we receive your request, we’ll confirm the next available online classroom date, explain the 6 hours of in-car lesson scheduling, and guide you through the payment and certificate process.

Payment is arranged during registration and must be completed before your SGI 6 & 6 training begins. We’ll confirm the total cost, payment options, and schedule when you book your spot.

Yes. We can provide a receipt after your payment is completed. Please request a receipt during registration or after payment, and we’ll be happy to provide one for your records.

This training includes 6 hours of in-class instruction and 6 hours of in-car driving lessons with an SGI-certified Class 5 driving instructor. It is also common for newcomers or students who have never held a driver’s licence in another province or country and need to meet SGI driver training requirements.

At Faizan’s Defensive Driving School in Regina, we offer SGI 6 & 6 training, online classroom sessions through Zoom, and one-on-one in-car driving lessons to help students prepare for Saskatchewan’s Class 5 licensing process.

Call or text 306-737-5612 to register for SGI 6 & 6 training in Regina.

To get a Class 7 learner’s licence in Saskatchewan, you must pass SGI’s basic knowledge exam, signs exam, and vision test. Most new drivers must be 16 years old, or 15 years old if enrolled in a high school driver education program. Drivers under 18 may also need parental consent.

Use the SGI practice quiz to prepare for the knowledge and signs test before booking your exam.

After getting your Class 7 learner’s licence, you must practise with an experienced supervising driver and complete the required driver education before moving toward your Class 5 road test. If you did not complete high school driver education, Faizan’s Defensive Driving School offers SGI 6 & 6 Class 5 driver training in Regina, including 6 hours of online classroom training and 6 hours of in-car driving lessons with an SGI-certified instructor.

Call or text 306-737-5612 to register for SGI 6 & 6 training after getting your Class 7 learner’s licence.

If SGI has sent you a letter requiring the Defensive Driving Course, please contact the Saskatchewan Safety Council for that specific course.

Yes. In Saskatchewan, Class 7 learner drivers must complete mandatory driver education before moving to a higher licence class. This can be done through high school driver education or SGI 6 & 6 training with an SGI-certified driving instructor. Students must be 16 or older to register for SGI 6 & 6 training.