Support for Associate Members preparing for the advanced test is provided by a national network of around 180 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 member you can get more involved in helping others become better drivers and riders, by being an active member of your local group. IAM RoadSmart has around 180 groups across the UK, allowing 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.
Our local groups – there are around 180 across England, Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland – 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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Cardiff
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: Jazzmine Roberts
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Email Address: membership@cardiffiam.co.uk
Phone Number: 07586 338009 -
Carlisle & West Cumbria
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: Stephen Parr
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Email Address: info.cwcam@gmail.com
Phone Number: 07745 906165 -
Carmarthen
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: Bryan Davies
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Email Address: cwwamchair@gmail.com
Phone Number: 07950 083385 -
Central Southern Group of Advanced Motorists
We are an independent road safety charity affiliated to the Institute of Advanced Motorists (IAM). We run courses and events in West Sussex, part of East Sussex and areas in Hampshire and Surrey.
Contact Name: David Morris
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Email Address: chair@csam.org.uk
Phone Number: 07483 233740 -
Cheddar Valley 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: Coron Wybrow
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Email Address: cvam.sec@gmail.com
Phone Number: 07876 557136 -
Chelmsford
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: Terry Joyce
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Email Address: enquiries@iamchelmsford.org.uk
Phone Number: 07714 566 253 -
Chelmsford 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 Pittock
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Email Address: chris.pittock@cadam.org
Phone Number: 07931 242052 -
Cheltenham & Cotswold 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: Gary Hyett
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Email Address: info@c-cam.org.uk
Phone Number: 07771 732207 -
Chester & Nantwich Advanced Drivers
Chester & Nantwich Advanced Drivers believe that driving should be an enjoyable experience and aim to help you achieve the skills you need to be able to navigate today’s driving environment in a safe and stress free way. We tailor our drives to your existing skill level, helping you gain the skills you need to become an Advanced Driver. Anyone with a full licence can benefit from learning Advanced Driving skills; from people that wish to get more out of their car to those who just want to gain confidence behind the wheel.
Contact Name: James Sinstadt
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Email Address: info@canad.org.uk
Phone Number: 0845 862 4899 -
Chesterfield
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: Kathy Beninati
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Email Address: secretary@chesterfield-iam.org.uk
Phone Number: 01246 488750
