Refresher driving lessons in Chorzów and Katowice. When is it worth purchasing additional hours?
Not every student feels fully prepared for the state exam after completing the mandatory 30 hours of driving lessons. This is completely normal: some people quickly gain confidence behind the wheel, while others need a little more practice. That is why refresher driving lessons in Chorzów and Katowice are becoming increasingly popular, allowing students to calmly refine their skills before the exam or after an unsuccessful result.
Additional hours are simply an investment in safety, confidence, and a greater chance of passing the exam on your very next attempt.
Table of contents
-
What Do We Most Often Practice During Additional Driving Lessons?
-
Knowledge of road signs is just as important as the ability to drive a car
When Is It Worth Purchasing Additional Hours?
Before the First Exam
If you still make mistakes when parking, changing lanes, driving through roundabouts or intersections during your last few lessons, it is worth purchasing a few additional hours. The instructor can focus exclusively on the areas that need improvement instead of going through the entire course from the beginning.
After Failing the Exam
The most common mistake after failing an exam is immediately signing up for another attempt without additional practice. It is much better to analyze the reason for the failure and spend several hours practicing precisely the situations that caused difficulty during the exam.
After a Longer Break
If several months have passed since completing the course or your last drive, it is worth refreshing your skills. Even experienced drivers need a moment to feel comfortable behind the wheel again after a longer break.
When you want to gain confidence
Some learners handle the technical aspects well, but stress can make driving during the test considerably more difficult. A few additional sessions with an instructor help them become more comfortable in traffic and make driving feel more natural.
What do we most often practice during refresher driving lessons?
The driving lesson program is always tailored to the learner’s needs. Most often, additional hours include:
- parallel and perpendicular parking,
- driving through roundabouts,
- intersections with traffic lights,
- changing lanes,
- making U-turns,
- hill starts,
- driving in central Katowice,
- routes leading to the area around WORD Katowice.
This allows you to practise exactly those situations that most often arise during the state examination.
How Much Do Refresher Driving Lessons Cost?
At OSK OLAF, you can purchase individual hours or take advantage of more affordable packages.
The current price list includes:
- additional driving lesson – car withmanual transmission: PLN 160 per hour,
- additional driving lesson – car with automatic transmission (Mercedes): PLN 180 per hour,
- 10-hour automatic driving package: PLN 1700.
Packages are particularly cost-effective for people returning to driving after a longer break or those who want to prepare comprehensively for the exam.
Or perhaps choose the XL course right away?
Not every learner needs just a few additional hours. If you already know from the start that you want more time to learn and prepare for the exam at your own pace, it is worth considering the XL Course.
For PLN 5,800, you receive:
- 40 hours of driving lessons instead of the standard 30,
- first aid course,
- training materials,
- live online lectures or self-paced learning,
- internal exam.
An additional 10 hours of practice often helps avoid having to purchase individual driving lessons later and provides significantly greater comfort while preparing for the exam.
Is It Worth Purchasing Just Two or Three Hours?
Yes. Contrary to appearances, even two hours before the exam can make a big difference. It is a good time to review the most important maneuvers, drive around the area surrounding the WORDKatowice, and calm your pre-exam stress.
However, if the instructor notices more significant deficiencies, they may suggest a package of several or a dozen or so hours, making the learning process more effective.
Refresher Driving Lessons After Passing the Driving Test
Additional driving lessons are also used by people who already hold a driving licence. Most often, these are drivers who:
- have not driven a car for several years,
- have bought their first car,
- want to learn how to drive around the centre of Katowice,
- are apprehensive about busy intersections and driving during rush hour,
- are switching from a car with a manual transmission to an automatic one or vice versa.
A few hours with an instructor allow you to regain confidence much faster than learning on your own.
Are Refresher Driving Lessons Really Worth It?
The cost of failing a single exam is not just the examination fee. You also need to factor in the waiting time for the next available date, additional stress, and often the need to review many aspects of driving all over again.
Therefore, a few additional training hours at PLN 160 per hour (manual) or PLN 180 per hour (automatic) very often prove to be a cheaper and more effective solution than taking the exam repeatedly without adequate preparation. (prices as of July 2026; these prices may change in future years)
Refresher Driving Lessons in Chorzów and Katowice
If you feel that you need a little more practice, it is not worth waiting until another failed exam. Additional hours allow you to eliminate mistakes, increase your confidence, and approach the state exam more calmly.
At OSK OLAF, you can choose individual driving lessons, lesson packages, or opt for the XL Course with 40 hours of practical training. This allows every student to tailor the scope of their training to their needs and budget.
Knowing road signs is just as important as knowing how to drive a car
During refresher driving lessons, the instructor focuses not only on vehicle handling technique but also on correctly interpreting road signs. Even well-mastered maneuvers are not enough if the driver notices the “give way” sign, a speed limit, or a no-turn sign too late.
In fact, many mistakes on the exam result not from a lack of driving skills, but from misinterpreting road signs or reacting too late to changes in traffic organization. Therefore, during additional driving lessons, it is worth practicing conscious observation of the road and analyzing signs well in advance.
A good complement to practical training is also to regularly review the theory—especially if some time has passed since completing the course. On our blog, you will also find an article dedicated to the types of road signs that will help organize your knowledge before the exam.
Frequently Asked Questions
How Much Does an Additional Driving Lesson Cost?
One hour of driving a car with a manual transmission costs PLN 160, while driving a car with an automatic transmission costs PLN 180.
Are packages available?
Yes. You can purchase a 10-hour automatic driving package for PLN 1,700.
Is It Worth Choosing the XL Course?
If you suspect that the standard 30 hours may not be sufficient, the XL Course with 40 hours of driving lessons often proves more cost-effective than purchasing many individual hours later.
Can I purchase additional driving lessons if I took my course at another driving school?
Yes. Refresher driving lessons are also available to people who completed their driving course at another driving school.