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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Coventry & Warwickshire 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: Mark Ford
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Email Address: information@cwam.org.uk
Phone Number: 07765 663514 -
Derby Advanced Motorists
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: John Butler
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Email Address: jbutler251@outlook.com
Phone Number: 07720 061904 -
Derbyshire Advanced Motorcyclists
IAM Derbyshire Advanced Motorcyclists (DAM) is the largest advanced riding group in our area. We have over 150 active members and about 18 qualified observers, many of whom are currently training to achieve the IMI National Observer Qualifications. Our group is about much more than training riders.
Contact Name: Dave MacGregor
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Email Address: secretary@derbyam.org.uk
Phone Number: 07810 633676 -
Derwent and Hope Valleys group
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: Bill Storey
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Email Address: matlockdhv1@btinternet.com
Phone Number: 01629 812732 -
Devon 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: Catherine McKinley
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Phone Number: 01626330974 -
Dorchester & West Dorset 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: Keith Starr
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Email Address: dwdam.ks@gmail.com
Phone Number: 08448 584898 -
Dumfries
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: Helen Cameron
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Email Address: iamdumfriesgroup@gmail.com
Phone Number: 07707 035518 -
Durham 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: Keith Brain
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Email Address: keithkbrain@aol.com
Phone Number: 07714 711701 -
East Kent 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: Ian Lancefield
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Email Address: membership@ekam.org.uk
Phone Number: 0300 201 0520 -
East Lancs Advanced Motorists
Working with drivers from all over East Lancs including Accrington, Blackburn, Burnley, Nelson, Colne, Darwen, Bacup and throughout the whole of the Rossendale Valley, we are one of the longest established groups in the UK. Car drivers of all ages benefit from this experience and whatever your personal reason is for wanting to become a “better driver”, you will receive a warm welcome from the East Lancashire Team. We look forward to hearing from you.
Contact Name: Clive Starkie
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Email Address: clive.starkie@btinternet.com
Phone Number: 07973 732102
