<!DOCTYPE HTML PUBLIC "-//W3C//DTD HTML 4.0 Transitional//EN"> <HTML> <HEAD> <META NAME="Keywords" CONTENT="Advanced Driving"> <META NAME="Keywords" CONTENT="Glasgow South"> <META NAME="Keywords" CONTENT="IAM"> <META NAME="Keywords" CONTENT="Institute of Advanced Motorists"> <META NAME="Keywords" CONTENT="Driving Test"> <META NAME="Keywords" CONTENT="Advanced Motoring"> <META NAME="Keywords" CONTENT="Driving Course"> <META NAME="Keywords" CONTENT="Glasgow"> <META NAME="Keywords" CONTENT="Training"> <META NAME="Description" CONTENT="Advanced Driving"> <META NAME="Keywords" CONTENT="Roadcraft"> <META HTTP-EQUIV="Content-Type" CONTENT="text/html; charset=ISO-8859-1"> <META NAME="Generator" CONTENT="NetObjects Fusion 7 for Windows"> <TITLE>Institute of Advanced Motorists Glasgow South Group Home Page</TITLE> <LINK REL=STYLESHEET TYPE="text/css" HREF="./style.css"> <LINK REL=STYLESHEET TYPE="text/css" HREF="./site.css"> <STYLE> </STYLE><NOLAYER> <STYLE ID="NOF_STYLE_SHEET"> <!-- DIV#LayoutLYR { position:absolute; top:0; left:0; z-index: 1; visibility:inherit; } DIV#Text16LYR { position:absolute; visibility:inherit; top:1241; left:82; width:529; height:19; z-index:1 } DIV#NavigationBar2LYR { position:absolute; visibility:inherit; top:77; left:66; z-index:2 } DIV#Banner1LYR { position:absolute; visibility:inherit; top:6; left:12; width:759; height:60; z-index:3 } DIV#Text18LYR { position:absolute; visibility:inherit; top:1224; left:84; width:737; height:12; z-index:4 } DIV#Text2LYR { position:absolute; visibility:inherit; top:667; left:102; width:604; height:304; z-index:5 } DIV#Picture2LYR { position:absolute; visibility:inherit; top:100; left:107; width:576; height:316; z-index:6 } DIV#LayoutRegion1LYR { position:absolute; visibility:inherit; top:427; left:104; width:575; height:202; z-index:7 } --> </STYLE> </NOLAYER> </HEAD> <BODY NOF="(MB=(DefaultMasterBorder, 100, 172, 66, 10), L=(HomeLayout, 848, 1115))"> <DIV ID="LayoutLYR"><LAYER ID="LayoutLYR" TOP=0 LEFT=0 VISIBILITY=INHERIT WIDTH=924 HEIGHT=1387 Z-INDEX=1><DIV ID="Text2LYR" CLASS="TextObject"><LAYER ID="Text2LYR" VISIBILITY=INHERIT TOP=667 LEFT=102 WIDTH=604 HEIGHT=304 Z-INDEX=1> <P>Glasgow South Group aims to promote road safety. We do this by offering better driving courses, and observed runs/rides . This training is provided to help associates pass the IAM car or bike test. In observed runs a group observer accompanies an associate in their car and provides guidance to help improve their driving. Further details of bike observed runs is provided on the bike section pages</P> <P>Group meetings are held on the first and third Wednesdays of each month. Unless otherwise stated meetings will take place at 7.30pm in the <A HREF="http://uk.multimap.com/p/browse.cgi?pc=G467SF &title=Thorntree+Hall">Thorntree Hall,&nbsp; Main St, Thornliebank, Glasgow</A>. Membership of the group costs £10 for full IAM members. Membership costs £139 for associate members(people training for the test) which includes the test fee, first year?s associate membership to IAM , Advanced Driving manual and all the preparation required for the test.</P> <P>&nbsp;An interesting and varied programme has been arranged. Members and prospective members may be assured of a friendly welcome.</P> <P>For more information contact Linda Webster 0141 571 0851 </P> or <A HREF='javascript:eat("546 962 1368 721 1346 546 721 619 156 1032 1346 326 156 962 1287 66 326 962 586 721 1446 1496 962 337 156 1496 586 1302",1517,823)'>E-Mail</a> Glasgow South</LAYER></DIV><DIV ID="Picture2LYR"><LAYER ID="Picture2LYR" VISIBILITY=INHERIT TOP=100 LEFT=107 WIDTH=576 HEIGHT=316 Z-INDEX=2><IMG ID="Picture2" HEIGHT=316 WIDTH=576 SRC="./assets/images/autogen/a_a_carbike1.jpg" BORDER=0 ALT=""></LAYER></DIV><DIV ID="LayoutRegion1LYR"><LAYER ID="LayoutRegion1LYR" VISIBILITY=INHERIT TOP=427 LEFT=104 WIDTH=575 HEIGHT=202 Z-INDEX=3><script type="text/javascript"> function displayRow(){ var row = document.getElementById("captionRow"); if (row.style.display == '') row.style.display = 'none'; else row.style.display = ''; } function displayJanuary(){ var row = document.getElementById("January"); if (row.style.display == '') row.style.display = 'none'; else row.style.display = ''; } function displayFebruary(){ var row = document.getElementById("February"); if (row.style.display == '') row.style.display = 'none'; else row.style.display = ''; } function displayMarch(){ var row = document.getElementById("March"); if (row.style.display == '') row.style.display = 'none'; else row.style.display = ''; } function displayApril(){ var row = document.getElementById("April"); if (row.style.display == '') row.style.display = 'none'; else row.style.display = ''; } function displayMay(){ var row = document.getElementById("May"); if (row.style.display == '') row.style.display = 'none'; else row.style.display = ''; } function displayJune(){ var row = document.getElementById("June"); if (row.style.display == '') row.style.display = 'none'; else row.style.display = ''; } function displayJuly(){ var row = document.getElementById("July"); if (row.style.display == '') row.style.display = 'none'; else row.style.display = ''; } function displayAugust(){ var row = document.getElementById("August"); if (row.style.display == '') row.style.display = 'none'; else row.style.display = ''; } function displaySeptember(){ var row = document.getElementById("September"); if (row.style.display == '') row.style.display = 'none'; else row.style.display = ''; } function displayOctober(){ var row = document.getElementById("October"); if (row.style.display == '') row.style.display = 'none'; else row.style.display = ''; } function displayNovember(){ var row = document.getElementById("November"); if (row.style.display == '') row.style.display = 'none'; else row.style.display = ''; } function displayDecember(){ var row = document.getElementById("December"); if (row.style.display == '') row.style.display = 'none'; else row.style.display = ''; } function display2010(){ var row = document.getElementById("2010"); if (row.style.display == '') row.style.display = 'none'; else row.style.display = ''; } function LoadProcess() { var currentDate = new Date() var Mon = currentDate.getMonth(); var cDay = currentDate.getDate(); var cyear = currentDate.getFullYear(); if (cyear==2012)display2010(); displayJanuary(); displayFebruary(); displayMarch(); displayApril(); displayMay(); displayJune(); displayJuly(); displayAugust(); displaySeptember(); displayOctober(); displayNovember(); displayDecember(); if (cyear == 2012) switch (Mon) { case 0: if (cDay < 19) { displayJanuary(); } else { displayFebruary(); } break case 1: if (cDay < 17) { displayFebruary(); } else { displayMarch(); } break; case 2: if ( cDay < 17) { displayMarch(); } else { displayApril(); } break; case 3: if ( cDay < 21) { displayApril(); } else { displayMay(); } break; case 4: if ( cDay < 19) { displayMay(); } else { displayJune() } break; case 5: if ( cDay < 16) { displayJune(); } else { displayJuly(); } break; case 6: if ( cDay < 21) { displayJuly(); } else { displayAugust(); } break; case 7: if ( cDay < 18) { displayAugust(); } else { displaySeptember(); } break; case 8: if ( cDay < 22) { displaySeptember(); } else { displayOctober(); } break; case 9: if ( cDay < 20) { displayOctober(); } else { displayNovember(); } break; case 10: if ( cDay < 17) { displayNovember(); } else { displayDecember(); } break; case 11: displayDecember(); break; } } </script> <script type="text/javascript"> window.onload=LoadProcess; </script> <table width="600" border="1"> <tr id="captionRow"> <th>Upcoming Events</th> </tr> <tr id="2010"><td><b>7 December : Christmas Social</b><br/>Snowman Drive and Quiz Night</td</tr> <tr id="January"> <td><b>18 January : Table Top Rally</b> <br/>To ease you back into normality after the Xmas excesses we have our usual Table Top Rally. A stress-free evening and a good opportunity to relax and meet other group members. David McIntosh has racked his brains to come up with a challenging and exciting rally so do come along for an enjoyable evening. All welcome.</td> </tr> <tr id="February"> <td><b>1 February : Advanced Techniques</b> <br/>Safe/Smooth/Progressive - The group`s friendly Observers will take you out and explain and demonstrate this parts of the System you wish. Don`t be shy - we can all learn from a refresher. <br/><b>15 February : William Grant & Sons Ltd</b><br/>Everything you ever wanted to know about whisky.</td> </tr> <tr id="March"> <td><b>7 March : TRAFFCOM</b><br/>A visit to TRAFFCOM at Glasgow City Council<br/> <b>21 March : Bike Section</b><br/> Tonight is being organised by the Bike Section but that doesn`t mean car drivers should stay away. Come along and see things from their perspective.</td> </tr> <tr id="April"> <td><b>4 April : Better Driving Course Part 1</b><br/>All the major features of Advanced Driving spaced over two evenings of learning - only in a light-hearted way. Not to be missed by those who wish to find out what Advanced Driving is about or those currently under coaching. It is equally as beneficial to those who have just passed the test or could be doing with a refresher. It`s absolutely FREE!<br/> <b>18 April : Better Driving Course Part 2</b><br/>A follow on from Part 1. Even if you missed Part 1 there is a short catch-up which will allow you to enjoy and benefit from the second half of the course. </td> </tr> <tr id="May"> <td><br/><b>2 May : Paisley Fire Station</b><br/>A visit to Paisley Fire Station <br/><b>16 May : IAM Examiner</b><br/>A visit from the IAM Examiner </td> </tr> <tr id="June"> <td><b>6 June : Manoeuvring Fun Night</b><br/>Contact the secretary to confirm the venue. This is your chance to test your own ability and learn from watching others. This is an entertaining evening, so don`t be self-conscious or embarrassed. We`re all in the same boat - honest! Starts at 7:30.<br/><br/> <b>20 June : Advanced Techniques</b><br/>Observation Skills - The group`s friendly Observers will take you out and explain and demonstrate this parts of the System you wish. Don`t be shy - we can all learn from a refresher.</td> </tr> <tr id="July"> <td><b>4 July : Treasure Hunt</b><br/>Come along and take part in this year`s mystery tour. This year it is organised by the Stewart family (frequent winners!!). A fun night and an opportunity to get better acquainted with other group members. You can drive or be driven. Family and friends welcome. Starts at Thorntree Hall from 19:15. Ends up - your guess is as good as mine!<br/><br/><b>After this there is a brief break for summer holidays<b></td> </tr> <tr id="August"> <td><b>17 August : Dastek</b><br/>A visit to Dastek</td> </tr> <tr id="September"> <td><b>5 September : Better Driving Course Part 1</b><br/>All the major features of Advanced Driving spaced over two evenings of learning - only in a light-hearted way. Not to be missed by those who wish to find out what Advanced Driving is about or those currently under coaching. It is equally as beneficial to those who have just passed the test or could be doing with a refresher. It`s absolutely FREE!<br/> <b>19 September : Better Driving Course Part 2</b><br/>A follow on from Part 1. Even if you missed Part 1 there is a short catch-up which will allow you to enjoy and benefit from the second half of the course. </td> </tr> <tr id="October"> <td><b>3 October : AGM</b><br/>Hear all the news and find out everything you would like to know about the Group at the Annual General Meeting. This is your opportunity to air your views and ask questions.<br/><br/> <b>17 October : Bike Section</b><br/>Tonight is being organised by the Bike Section but that doesn`t mean car drivers should stay away. Come along and see things from their perspective.</td> </tr> <tr id="November"> <td> <b>21 November : Advanced Techniques</b><br/>Winter Driving - The group`s friendly Observers will take you out and explain and demonstrate this parts of the System you wish. Don`t be shy - we can all learn from a refresher.</td> </tr> <tr id="December"> <td><b>5 December : Christmas Social</b><br/>Haven`t a clue! Answers on a postcard please to Gordon Stewart or via any committee member. 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